I have been able to save up my leave time - something that was impossible before.. and I am now, "topped off" more so than I haver ever been.

I have been able to really work on my health. I can go to the store mid week now and get fresh food and cook it myself.

I have been able to lose some weight and keep it off.

I have been able to get extra sleep time.

I have been able to spend less money and save more.

I have been able to get to projects around the house.

I have been able to get more exercise and sun.

I have been able to get so much more medical care -- I can get appointments and blood work early in the morning.

No more head colds from being stuck on the unsanitary train.

There can be no more argument that working from home isn't something I can do in my job.

My cat had an adjustment period but he is happy to have me around now and I am better able to know what is happening with him.

Over all... this has been one of the best years of my life... a few years back I prayed (not that I believe in god) that god or the universe do something to help me get through the last few years of my job before retirement which I am very bored of... and this happened.. and I think... it will give me the tools to make it to the end of my job.