Back to the grind!

So it's Monday morning and I simply can't stand being here. I woke up this morning with hives on my arms and sick to my stomach. I threw up once and held back a few others. Today is the day my boss gets back from his 5 weeks of vacation. I am so thankful that I am on a short week this week, and I haven't seen or heard from him yet today. Here's hoping he is so wrapped up gettting caught up with important things than moi.

So I finally got my hair done last night. I was so tired and really wasn't in the mood for it, however my hair stylist has been so unavailable for the past 3 or four months that I took the time she was able to give. I didn't get to bed til 1:00am, which is WAY past my scheduled bedtime. The one that Crazy Camp has me on :)

Well, it was worth the wait 'cause it looks great! I think, anyway! She did a different colour than usual and the cut is slightly different this time. She also dyed my son's hair with a bit of red hilites (how do you spell that anyway?) He was thrilled, it actually looks good. My daughter decided she didn't want colour only blonde streaks...she looks great with her new do as well.

So, I am looking forward to scrap booking this weekend, I think. I think I am more looking forward to a quiet flight there where I can read. I have started reading this book on PTSD and how to work through it. I did a lot of research online and this book came with lots of recommendations. My normal self would have rushed out and bought it at Chapter's but I decided to order it from the library instead. In fact I have been borrowing lots of books instead of purchasing them. It's all part of the new budgeting my cash flow, Me!

I have been diligent since the 1st of the month. Every day I keep track of ALL my spending. I am shocked how simply knowing that I have to track it all in my spreadsheet makes me more aware of not spending. Even last night I had to get dog food and I went to the grocery store, instead of bringing in my debit card, I brought in enough cash to get the dog food, milk and ketchup and that was it. It was tempting to buy more, but I didn't. Man was it hard to stick to it, but I did it and I was so proud of myself. I went home and immediately added my expenses to my spreadsheet. I even made a lunch for work today! Wonders never cease!.

I have factored in spending for the weekend, and will bring only enough cash to get me through, which really shouldn't be much, as I have already given my sister 250.00, so that should cover my ranch fees....well except for the massage I am hoping that will be available to me! So I will bring cooler money, massage money, and pocket money for the flight. I will bring my debit but I will only have it in case of emergency...and NO, antiques aren't an emergency. I will bring 20.00 for a bottle if I see one but that's it folks.

Anyway, getting my home and finances organized has been very consuming. Who knew it could be so overwhelming to get organized. Baby Steps I tell ya. :)

Later,
Annie
:)