meningitis; one of my coworkers came to work sick, I caught his bugs, and they infected my brain.

then I got fired for being out too long. course I was in the hospital, out of my mind, so I didn't know.

of sheltered workshop situation trying to get back on my feet economically.

when I came out of my haze and realized my situation, the first thing I told my relations was that I wished they'd let me die.

but I'm trying to make a go of it and not give in to hopelessness.

thanks for the kind words.

because she took two days off to recover after surgery.

and is also able to work remotely for the additional 5 weeks I'm not able to drive (because of course it's my right knee), I am very appreciative of my work flexibility. Everybody should have that, although obviously some jobs aren't really possible in terms of working remotely.

I couldn't have had this surgery if I couldn't take the time I needed off and then have arrangements for post-immediate recovery.

willing to step up for them on his/her own, but corporate policy for shit workers is now basically no benefits, including sick days.

Workers in California will earn at least 3 days and up to 8 days of employer paid sick leave, our lawmakers are doing their jobs.

Kicking.

That's what they want us to do.