I'm here. Hi to everyone. I actually type a great big long post last week, but hit some key (don't know which one) and the post disappeared. Then I didn't have time to post again, so if you hear from me, it was through telepathy.
Shaun - Great job on starting the thread. I notice that CJ didn't call you the big BRAT, so I will. BIG BRAT, BIG BRAT, BIG BRAT!!!
Sorry to hear about your repairs and audit. However, these are the times to stay focused, make a plan (which unfortunately means tightening the old belt), and get through one day at a time. I think we have all been there at one time or another and what seems impossible today will be a memory of "We did this." Just doesn't seem like that right now, though. On your house repairs, try to find out if there are any government sponsored programs to help with the repairs - in Canada, there are sometimes those programs that assist families with major repairs. For your car, see if there is a college that teaches auto repair looking for a car to work on. They are often less expensive than taking to a shop. Good luck and sending hugs to you.
Sylvia - Hi. Glad to have you back. Hope your Thanksgiving was great. Mine was spent at the computer at work...
. Course, it wasn't Thanksgiving here, so what more could I expect.
CJ - I can't believe that you didn't call Shaun a BRAT. You are falling down in your responsibilities here.
Me - I have been crazy busy. Yesterday, I started work at 7:00am and finally lifted my head at 5:45pm. I didn't get any breaks or lunch, so, of course did not get my exercise in last night. I did intend to go home and workout, but by the time I finished supper (was starving, BTW), I was too tired.
We (DH & I) finished stippling the ceiling of our bedroom on Saturday. DH took all the lights down to get ready for that, so everything is in the dark. It affects the bathroom that we are still using, so it is difficult to put makeup on, match socks (navy and black are the hardest) by candle light. He doesn't want to put the lights back up until we finish installing the hardwood floor because it makes such a mess. I guess this weekend will be flooring...I am anxious to have it done.
After supper last night, I decided that I should have a piece of brownie cake that I baked on Sunday. Yep, I did get into that one, alright. But, the good news is that I still lost weight yesterday in spite of no exercise and a piece of cake. Probably had a lot to do with not eating all day, though.
Well, gotta go. Have a meeting with an icky student in a few minutes. I am hoping to control my temper while meeting with him, but that may be difficult. Will check in later.