How are you? Really. [6].

This is a question I ask annually. It’s time to ask again.

When we meet people, we often ask them how they’re doing, and we rarely expect any kind of detailed answer. We almost always answer that we’re fine or good or some other innocuous word. There’s little thought placed on our reply, and it is often not even heard. The conversation or encounter will quickly move on to more pertinent matters.

Fluther is a relatively anonymous forum where we can take a minute to reflect and answer truthfully. Let the collective know how you’re doing these days.

How are you?

Really.

As for me, I’m living in what I like to call in between. You see, I’ve applied for a very good job on Oahu with a state office. The bureaucrats in the personnel office of the agency where I’ve applied move glacially. I’ve been waiting almost four months already. Their procedures take a long time. It’s frustrating.

I’m in between knowing and not knowing. I have a better than average shot at obtaining the job for various reasons. There are respected people who want me in that position. I have an impressive resume and excellent references. That doesn’t speed up the process at all. I must wait. I must live in between.

I am excited about the idea of moving from the rural island where I live to the big city of Honolulu. I would like that. I’ve lived in big cities many times, and I want that lifestyle again. I also want this particular job. It’s tailor made for me.

I really am doing good. I’m winding down all my obligations here where I live currently. Everyone knows I’m working hard at getting this job, and they’re cheering me on. My gut and past performance by the personnel office tell me that there will be news this month. I believe my waiting will soon be over.