Today was better. My work went smoothly, with more businesses agreeing to display our pool brochures. Wednesday I had about a 50% rejection rate, but for some reason, it went much better today. Maybe it was a better part of town? (Less snooty.) DS14 is still embarrassed I've got the pool car parked in the driveway. I'll have to take a photo to show you tomorrow morning. Its a Volkswagen bug that has been wrapped with photos from our pool. My boss' adorable son in on the back window. Its an attention grabber, but that's the whole idea. I came home tired, but it was good to be with family again. We had Mancakes for lunch and played games and watched scary movies all afternoon.
DH has more job leads, so I'm praying soon something works out. He went to a networking cocktail party, even though he doesn't drink. He made a few connections but an awkward moment happened as he was trying to leave the party. His inebriated ex-boss asked him, "So, is Dawn pissed at me." He thought for a moment about just lying, but for some reason out of his mouth came the truth.
I felt badly. DH said his ex-boss looked like he was going to break down. Maybe it was the alcohol, but I still felt bad that I had that effect on someone. I'm really hoping Sean can find work and we can put this all behind us. I'll even invite the ex-boss over for supper, once we can afford it!
Tonight we made home made pizza. We're getting more used to cooking and eating all of our meals at home, but I think the boys are starting to miss dining out. We used to get take out twice a week and go out for one sit down restaurant meal a week. Funny thing is, I'm not missing it. The only thing I'm looking forward to again is being able to buy what we want at the grocery store without worrying about it.
I don't mind cooking. In fact I'm excited that next Sunday, DH and I have a "date" to try and make real biscuits together. I'm talking the flaky, shortening kind! Sure they won't be healthy, but we need a treat every now and then, and they'll go great with a Sunday chicken supper. I'd bake them up this Sunday, but I'll be working. I have to put in the time if they have it for me.
Sunday at work we're having a Halloween pool party. I'm thinking of dressing up as Mother Nature. I can't be anything scary because we have little guys that come to the pool. I'm thinking the first half of the party will be crowded. We have over 110 kids signed up for swimming events. Come 3:00pm though, it could clear out. Sunday is the big game in Wisconsin. Packers versus the Farve Vikings. As for me, I'm a Bear's fan. :)
Tomorrow I'm going to sleep in. Although I enjoy working the opening shift because I get so much done, its so dark in the mornings. I don't want to think about what it will be like to get up when its COLD and dark.
I'm looking forward to the boys enjoying dressing up and trick or treating. We have a great neighborhood for it. Afterward, we'll watch scary movies including, Attack Of The Mushroom People! I love cheesy horror!
We're blessed because DMIL will join us. I'm also excited because she is bringing a new to us vacuum cleaner! Ours has been broken for two weeks now. Who would have thought I'd be looking forward to being able to vacuum the floor!
Its life's little blessings that are sustaining me these days. I still have moments, but overall, things feel more positive. I just hope we can keep this going and bring prosperity rather than worry.
7 comments:
The pool car does sound interesting. Glad your husband is getting some leads, keeping fingers crossed one of these will lead to a job.
I understand what you mean about the grocery store, I deal with this every month. Just because we have a list doesn't mean we can afford everything. After a while you just get use to it.
Sending Hugs to everyone across the miles
I had to laugh at your son being embarrassed by the car, all children at that age get embarrassed by everything. Glad to hear that your enjoying cooking but hold on, that may not last lol. Happy to hear that you are being positive and I'm still praying that all the best will come your way soon. Enjoy the weekend and I hope your boys have fun this evening trick or treating.
Can't wait to see the Pool Car. Sounds interesting.
Glad you are sounding better.
I love those shortening biscuits. Let us know how they come out.
Have a Happy Halloween!
Looking forward to that picture of the pool car, too! There is nothing better than homemade biscuits! Yum!! Joe and I eat out too much. I said just this morning that we need to eat at home more often. It's a good way to cut back and save some money - even though I know we are not tipping a waitress who needs the money, and aren't patronizing a business that needs customers. It sure is a vicious circle. Hugs and good wishes!!
Added a photo of the bug.
Awwww it's so cute
That's really cute!! Thanks for the photo!
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