Almost a year has passed since my friends helped me move out and on. At the end of this month I plan to celebrate with a very close friend who helped me through some of the most painful moments of my life.
Neither of us are big spenders, the money is not there for it, but it will be a celebration all the same.
Meal coupons, a movie coupon won at Christmas...been saving them up for her visit. It was just about a year ago that she came up to help me make painful decision regarding what I needed to get rid of to fit into a tiny apartment, and shared the packing up duties. I can never express what her friendship has meant to me. How can you? Words never seem to be enough.
I down sized big time, I had to. Mix matched furniture was the theme and still is. I still do not have anywhere for company to sit here. The "used" love seat dream was swept away in the reality of what I can afford. I have to say it gets harder all the time with everything increasing,(food, gas) health insurance paying less. I have become a dollar store shopper out of need, and teeth grinding annoyance at the way Walmart raises it's prices every week now. I almost never shop at a regular food store unless it is for one or two cannot find items.
And new clothes? Hahahaha!--sorry--burst of laughter unavoidable--- I did not even buy slippers this year because they wanted $12 for them, and it was not in the budget or pocket. Sweaters and pants...The Good Will. No new shoes..and my work shoes are about 2.5 years old, developing holes and the miles at work have worn away the tread on the bottom. Purchasing the same shoes now? Need them..but..not going to happen right now. Big changes for the chick from middle class suburbia.
But I survived, and will continue to do so. One of my bosses told me she does not know how I make it on one salary..really..I barely do. I purchase nothing extra..ever. I tried to pay one creditor and fell short on my electric the next month. So those calls keep coming and keep being deleted. ( not even going to discuss the mail.) I really do want, and look forward to someday having a roommate. I've adapted to living alone, but in today's world, you really need your friends to pull yourselves along, and share good times with.
The apartment re-certification is over..I am set for another year here at no increase in the rent. But I am looking forward to moving out and on if and when the opportunity presents itself. And I am looking ahead and hoping that this coming year brings good changes, new friends, new experiences. Somewhere in my future is a place with a garden that is wistfully waiting for me to bring forth new life. I know it's out there..ready to burst into colorful and fragrant blooms with a little sweat, digging, and love.
hugs, g'nite,
kel
Neither of us are big spenders, the money is not there for it, but it will be a celebration all the same.
Meal coupons, a movie coupon won at Christmas...been saving them up for her visit. It was just about a year ago that she came up to help me make painful decision regarding what I needed to get rid of to fit into a tiny apartment, and shared the packing up duties. I can never express what her friendship has meant to me. How can you? Words never seem to be enough.
I down sized big time, I had to. Mix matched furniture was the theme and still is. I still do not have anywhere for company to sit here. The "used" love seat dream was swept away in the reality of what I can afford. I have to say it gets harder all the time with everything increasing,(food, gas) health insurance paying less. I have become a dollar store shopper out of need, and teeth grinding annoyance at the way Walmart raises it's prices every week now. I almost never shop at a regular food store unless it is for one or two cannot find items.
And new clothes? Hahahaha!--sorry--burst of laughter unavoidable--- I did not even buy slippers this year because they wanted $12 for them, and it was not in the budget or pocket. Sweaters and pants...The Good Will. No new shoes..and my work shoes are about 2.5 years old, developing holes and the miles at work have worn away the tread on the bottom. Purchasing the same shoes now? Need them..but..not going to happen right now. Big changes for the chick from middle class suburbia.
But I survived, and will continue to do so. One of my bosses told me she does not know how I make it on one salary..really..I barely do. I purchase nothing extra..ever. I tried to pay one creditor and fell short on my electric the next month. So those calls keep coming and keep being deleted. ( not even going to discuss the mail.) I really do want, and look forward to someday having a roommate. I've adapted to living alone, but in today's world, you really need your friends to pull yourselves along, and share good times with.
The apartment re-certification is over..I am set for another year here at no increase in the rent. But I am looking forward to moving out and on if and when the opportunity presents itself. And I am looking ahead and hoping that this coming year brings good changes, new friends, new experiences. Somewhere in my future is a place with a garden that is wistfully waiting for me to bring forth new life. I know it's out there..ready to burst into colorful and fragrant blooms with a little sweat, digging, and love.
hugs, g'nite,
kel
1 comment:
You have accomplished a lot in this past year. I am very proud of you!
Really looking forward to our visit!!!
Love you, Mel
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