Random

Three Random Thoughts for today...

• Today is Marley's birthday! Ten years old! I can't believe that we have had her for 9.5 years. I never could have imagined how powerful it would be to own a dog; how much I would connect at such an intense level with her. As I look at her now she is sleeping upside down, all four paws in the air snoring in the chair across from me - what the life! Everyone should get to spend their birthday upside down and snoring......Happy Birthday girl!
• We have been so good about not charging a single thing for the last three months, but the last week I have charged a few small things. I "owe" the credit card $85 to cover these items and I determined to add the $85 to the amount we pay this month to make sure we keep on the path to pay the debt down!
• My dad got a new job! It is a temporary position for 6 months but he was like a kid going back to school after a long summer of being bored. He is technically retired from his career - he was able to retire at 55 with his full pension, did some consulting work for a few years, but is bored basically and has been looking for a full time position for sometime. I am so so happy for him! He also has his hat in the ring for another job that would start after this temporary position is up. He is 1 of 18 candidates being interviewed for this job. Fingers crossed.

Comments

[Kass]

Hi Michelle, I just have to say that I am sorry to have missed so much. I haven't been visiting your site very much, and I feel like a heel. I hope you know that I am thinking of you and wishing you every best happiness.

Thanks for sticking with me.

Kass

[just me]

"I never could have imagined how powerful it would be to own a dog; how much I would connect at such an intense level with her."

I totally know this feeling. I still miss my B so much that it hurts!

[Lauren]

Congrats on your dad's new job and Marley Happy Birthday! I cut up all my credit cards. I use to be so good way back in the day and pay the bill in full but stuff happens and before you know it you know it ithe debt just creeps up. It's hard at first but boy it feels good not putting that money into a credit card and putting it in the bank account. I actually feel like I have more money. It took me two years though for this to happen. In time you will get your debt down just be determined and don't charge unless you have to.

[brandy101]

Happy birthday, Marley!!!

Congrats to your dad, too!

[ria]

happy belated birthday Marley! I can't imagine my life without my dogs. They are my heart and soul! congrats to you dad!! :)

[goofy girl]

Happy Birthday Marley!! :)

Congrats to your Dad!