We've arrived in 2009, safe and sound. I hope this is the case for everyone else as well.
2008 was just another exercise on how far I can be stretched, but New Year's Eve itself was pretty good, far better than some other ones. It was also the last day of my tiny, 6-year business. Like all difficult decisions it was for the best.
Most parents tend to have more time to themselves once their kids start school. I have less, a lot less than before. Certainly not enough time for me to defend a corner in what is now a totally saturated market. Husband, who helped me sell the last of the inventory, was shocked at how bad things have become in that area.
The good news is, we are actually better off financially, because we've also trimmed our spending. The amount saved is about the same as the amount I used to earn! So extra money can being put away for rainy days. (And I expect a lot of rainy days in the future.)
Yes, the past year certainly posed some tough challenges for us. But it was not completely without merit. Son finally has a proper diagnosis and has help in school, even though it's just me. Husband is finally learning about money. I am finally realizing that living a more balanced life might help me stay more balanced. (I still have to actually put this in practice. Maybe a goal for the new year? ;)
Friday, January 2, 2009
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Ah, to live and to learn! Congratulations to making it into 2009 with some more experience on your shoulders, and extra hope for the future :)
Love, Jena
Goals are usually more productive than the dreaded 'resolutions'. May the best lie ahead!
I'm actually feeling better now that the "old year" is over. I know time is arbitrary, and perhaps it's just a matter of a bit of hypomania setting in--damn, how I hate being nothing but an automaton at the mercy of chemical processes, it's depressing as hell--but something seemed to change nonetheless and I was glad of it.
You are just so damned smart.
Hugs, honey.
:)
Not a bad goal to have for the new year, I don't think! Have a good one! :)
I wish you and your family all the best in the new year!
It's so good to see you all. :)
Happy New Year - may you and your family have a great 2009!!
I'm sorry about the end of your business, but I am glad about your son's diagnosis and what it will mean for the future. I hope 2009 is a good year for you and your family.
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