This past few days have put a lot in perspective. I’m still not sure where my head is at, but I’m trying to work on some things.
Yesterday, I went into a cleaning frenzy and worked on the garage. Not that it’s really neat or anything, but you can now pull a car (the grand.cherokee, no lesS) into it and actually get to the other side of the garage without having to climb through the car.
There have been some developments (I’ll explain in a later post) in our neighborhood, so we are anxious to clean up the house and get it back on the market. I am holding my breath for a few weeks. What we are going to list it for will be a pretty substantial loss, but I have this sinking feeling that it’s not even going to sell at that price. I think I’ve become so negative on getting rid of our condo that every day, I’m reminded of how much I hate living here. I definitely need to find a new perspective if we are going to be forced to stay here for a very long time.
I received some great private emails and comments from my last few posts and I want to respond to everyone. I’m incommunicado for the next day or so for a golf outing work obligation and some other various things.
We’ve decided to take a quick jaunt for the weekend and go here for 2 days. I am really looking forward to it.
I get 20 vacation days per year and I haven’t taken one yet. My Feb. trip was on the prior year’s vacation days. It’s a big joke in our firm that you can never take these days due to the billable time requirements. Since I have zero shot of making my billable time minimum, maybe I’ll force myself to take a day or two off before the end of the year. Even if Lois can’t join me, I’ll take the boy and do something fun.
Not sure how I’ve been feeling the last few days. I don’t feel myself. I feel like I’m under water. Tired. Moving slow. Not thinking too sharp. The jury is still out on this stuff.
Melissa said,
September 15, 2008 at 12:01 pm
I think your weekend getaway is a great idea. Sometimes getting out of town for a little bit helps lift the spirits.
ELLIE said,
September 15, 2008 at 2:08 pm
I think – getting away is perfect – you definitely need the time – just time for you all!!!
hope it helps
~~Peace~~
Stacey said,
September 15, 2008 at 6:02 pm
I agree, the get-away sounds good. It does help to go away even for a little bit of time. I’m sorry things have been so stressful. I hope stuff settles down for you soon. The boy is looking as cute as ever and I love seeing updates. {{{hugs}}}
Shannon said,
September 15, 2008 at 6:43 pm
Sorry to hear you’re going through a rough time. Hope you feel better once you get away from everything for a bit. Sending lots of positive thoughts your way. The boy is adorable!
Sonya said,
September 15, 2008 at 9:08 pm
YAY for accomplishments. Thinking of you!
meg said,
September 16, 2008 at 12:38 am
The getaway should do you some good. Take care and I hope things continue to get better.
Michelle said,
September 16, 2008 at 6:20 pm
SOOO glad you’re getting out of dodge. It should be great for you, and that place looks like a blast! If you dont mind sending us the password when you get back, we would really appreciate it. I read the post and told Jen about it, but that was before the password
Have fun and we’ll talk to you soon, Michelle and Jen
veronica said,
September 17, 2008 at 12:16 am
A weekend getaway sounds like a wonderful time. I think you sent me the password before… but I can’t seem to find it. When you get back can you email it to me please… Thanks