So, I got a call this evening from one of the nurse managers. She was supposed to work tomorrow evening and I was to work morning. Same unit. She wanted to trade. No problem! I hate working mornings! Even more when I am bouncing between mornings and evenings.
Went to try and fill the gaps in the shed roof with Great Stuff. Turned out I've had these cans for so long they expired and would not work properly.
So, I went to Walmart. Got more. I can probably do the shed roof before work tomorrow. Long as it's not wet or raining.
I want to get the shed done just so I can load boxes from the house in there. Didn't want to do that over the winter but since nothing is freezing now, it's good. I debated spending the money on fixing the roof but since I was previously looking at renting a storage space, the cost of fixing the roof is only slightly more than renting space for one month, it's worth it. It's also more convenient and will help increase the selling price on the house a little bit more. Not a lot but any small amount helps. I'll also paint the shed when I paint the house.
Weather over the next week or so will be cooler than it has been. That's okay. It was getting so hot it was uncomfortable. Now it will be a good range to be working outside for at least a few days after my job officially ends.
I think one of the most difficult things will be painting the bathroom, of all things. Trying not to get paint in the tub and on the tile may be difficult.
Going to refinish the formica counters in the kitchen. They're old and look shabby. If I was going to stay here I would go with something more expensive. I had considered and researched doing my own concrete counters. Not worth that much time and effort now for this house. Instead, Rustoleum makes a special paint for formica counters which most previous buyers seem happy with and pictures posted online look really good. Doing all the counters will run about $40.
Of course, all these little expenses keep adding up to not so little. Still, I will have some money to invest for it from what I've earned and pay I have coming. I may pick up just enough shifts to cover living expenses plus more to invest or save.
I'm pretty happy with how I have been able to save money in the last few months. The bonus has helped but with what I have in the bank right this minute, it's maybe 1/3 of my savings. Have not yet paid all the bills but I've largely been able to save up around $6500 in six months. Then the bonus money on top of that.
I am not really expecting to be able to save at the same rate after moving to AL. The pay rate is much lower. That's one thing that has me nervous. That's natural. I don't have a safety net. Just me. Nothing new about that.
Went to try and fill the gaps in the shed roof with Great Stuff. Turned out I've had these cans for so long they expired and would not work properly.
So, I went to Walmart. Got more. I can probably do the shed roof before work tomorrow. Long as it's not wet or raining.
I want to get the shed done just so I can load boxes from the house in there. Didn't want to do that over the winter but since nothing is freezing now, it's good. I debated spending the money on fixing the roof but since I was previously looking at renting a storage space, the cost of fixing the roof is only slightly more than renting space for one month, it's worth it. It's also more convenient and will help increase the selling price on the house a little bit more. Not a lot but any small amount helps. I'll also paint the shed when I paint the house.
Weather over the next week or so will be cooler than it has been. That's okay. It was getting so hot it was uncomfortable. Now it will be a good range to be working outside for at least a few days after my job officially ends.
I think one of the most difficult things will be painting the bathroom, of all things. Trying not to get paint in the tub and on the tile may be difficult.
Going to refinish the formica counters in the kitchen. They're old and look shabby. If I was going to stay here I would go with something more expensive. I had considered and researched doing my own concrete counters. Not worth that much time and effort now for this house. Instead, Rustoleum makes a special paint for formica counters which most previous buyers seem happy with and pictures posted online look really good. Doing all the counters will run about $40.
Of course, all these little expenses keep adding up to not so little. Still, I will have some money to invest for it from what I've earned and pay I have coming. I may pick up just enough shifts to cover living expenses plus more to invest or save.
I'm pretty happy with how I have been able to save money in the last few months. The bonus has helped but with what I have in the bank right this minute, it's maybe 1/3 of my savings. Have not yet paid all the bills but I've largely been able to save up around $6500 in six months. Then the bonus money on top of that.
I am not really expecting to be able to save at the same rate after moving to AL. The pay rate is much lower. That's one thing that has me nervous. That's natural. I don't have a safety net. Just me. Nothing new about that.
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