Having good thoughts about what the new job means.
I was worried about whether I would have enough money next month to take daughter to the State Fair. Now it seems assured. Happy for that. I've managed to take her every year without fail. There are just some traditions I have established with her and it feels like I would be failing her if I miss some of them.
As she gets older, some of those things seem to mean a bit less to her. She takes them for granted a bit when we do them. Though I know two things. First, it would be a disappointment if we actually did miss one of those things. Second, even if it means little now, it will mean a lot more when she grows up and looks back on these things.
Some other thoughts are getting a different vehicle. One that I don't worry about breaking down all the time. This truck has done well for the $800 I paid for it two years ago. However, it's bound to break completely at some point. It overheats too often. I can't get some parts for it which I need. The parts are no longer made. It has nearly a quarter million miles on it. Burns gas like crazy.
I need new glasses. Badly need dentures. And I need to insulate the ceiling of the main section of the house. That's definite. This winter is going to be really cold.
Daughter's room needs to be completed and furnished.
Wish I could prioritize these things by actual need. Instead, have to set priorities by balance, what I can afford and more acute need.
Of course, all of this comes after bringing bills back on track. Have not heard a final word about the mortgage. I am somewhat hoping for some small assistance, so I don't have to spend a huge amount up front to bring it back on track. Though, if it comes to that, at least I'll be able to bring it current within a couple of months.
Of course, I want more than these things. Nothing extreme or too fancy. Mostly things I can build slowly over time. Things to fix up the house and yard more. Not to hire someone else but to buy materials and do it myself. And I'd like to get some more decent clothes. Like better blue jeans.
Obviously, I'm not too demanding.
I was worried about whether I would have enough money next month to take daughter to the State Fair. Now it seems assured. Happy for that. I've managed to take her every year without fail. There are just some traditions I have established with her and it feels like I would be failing her if I miss some of them.
As she gets older, some of those things seem to mean a bit less to her. She takes them for granted a bit when we do them. Though I know two things. First, it would be a disappointment if we actually did miss one of those things. Second, even if it means little now, it will mean a lot more when she grows up and looks back on these things.
Some other thoughts are getting a different vehicle. One that I don't worry about breaking down all the time. This truck has done well for the $800 I paid for it two years ago. However, it's bound to break completely at some point. It overheats too often. I can't get some parts for it which I need. The parts are no longer made. It has nearly a quarter million miles on it. Burns gas like crazy.
I need new glasses. Badly need dentures. And I need to insulate the ceiling of the main section of the house. That's definite. This winter is going to be really cold.
Daughter's room needs to be completed and furnished.
Wish I could prioritize these things by actual need. Instead, have to set priorities by balance, what I can afford and more acute need.
Of course, all of this comes after bringing bills back on track. Have not heard a final word about the mortgage. I am somewhat hoping for some small assistance, so I don't have to spend a huge amount up front to bring it back on track. Though, if it comes to that, at least I'll be able to bring it current within a couple of months.
Of course, I want more than these things. Nothing extreme or too fancy. Mostly things I can build slowly over time. Things to fix up the house and yard more. Not to hire someone else but to buy materials and do it myself. And I'd like to get some more decent clothes. Like better blue jeans.
Obviously, I'm not too demanding.
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