Category Archives: survival

Seems I am revisiting lessons on relationships lately. Man I don’t want to go there. I want someone to simply understand me and know where I’m coming from. I hate walking in life like everyone is fragile. I get it. … Continue reading →

An amazing friend sent me yarn, school supplies for my teen, and a pair of jeans for same teen. I cried. I get up every morning and say thank you to the Universe for all my blessings. I try hard … Continue reading →

It’s cold this morning. No coffee, no creamer, no wood for the fireplace. I’ve got the space heater blowing on my feet and 2 pair of socks on. Wrist warmers, check! Got the tears out of the way. I’m knitting. … Continue reading →

Certainty in a reality of making extremes “SING!” Doesn’t that sound like an odd thing to say? Today I’m certain of a few things. My dog loves me. My husband and I are ok. Our son is ok. My husband sings off … Continue reading →

We found out the Internet didn’t communicate with the local office and our food stamps were canceled. I had no way of knowing until the money didn’t load as expected on the 12th. Office visited, paperwork filed, I was told … Continue reading →

Nothing new. Blinders in place. Work has cancelled on us. House pmt 4 behind. New Grandson due the first week of February. Tears flow easily. Bank account is now depleted completely. There is still food. Last month’s bills paid Wednesday … Continue reading →

It’s turned into a tough month. Who could have known that 3 days of work would cancel? Or that my tooth would act up? Why do all the things I love about the fall have to feel framed in this … Continue reading →

Yesterday was our trivia tournament. We did well, had a good team, but didn’t pull out THE win. The last question was tricky. Put down up to 20 answers, 2 pts for each right answer, 2 points subtracted for each … Continue reading →

Well, I’m trying to figure out how to make this new way of living actually bring in money. We are conditioned to make the most of things aren’t we? So that’s what we’re working on. Not sure exactly what is … Continue reading →

Trying my best to see the good and manage what I hold, well. So far it’s been challenging. Steve has these things he is in charge of and needs to do with the bit of money we have and I agree, … Continue reading →