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We’re both ecstatic. It’s the perfect opportunity for our family. He will be working as a laborer for the public works department of a local town. The pay and benefits are outstanding. The relief is just awesome. I’m so happy!
After a tense month, things finally feel like they’re falling into place.
While we’re on a roll and I’m feeling upbeat, I’m thinking about other changes…
We’re committed to becoming more financially stable here and setting some goals. We both want out of this cycle of watching our money go out just as quickly as it comes in. This morning, we typed up a budget of our goals, savings plans, etc. This time feels for real. We’re motivated, practical, and know what we want.
I’m also committed to taking better care of myself. This past year, I’ve put so much energy into taking care of my family, but I’ve suffered. I’m incredibly sleep deprived, live on junk food and caffeine, still have ten extra pounds to lose, have serious skin issues (eczema) that is untreated right now, forget to wear make-up most days, haven’t gotten a haircut or color in six months. I want to feel better about myself. “Project Jamie” begins…