Sunday, August 5, 2012

GBU - August 5, 2012

How is it August already??!
  

The Good:
  • We got our $5 rebate on paint from Bossy's room (purchased back in MAY).
  • My shamrock plant isn't dead.  Thought it was, but I have a few new blooms.
(WOW, I am struggling on the GOOD this week)

The Bad:
  • Gas prices have gone back up again...we are at over $600 a month, and that is mostly going to work, not errands, extra trips, etc.
  • Adjustment in our tax withholding took place, and it isn't quite what we expected!
  • Our cat is too fat (despite cutting back on his food), and vet wants him on a weight-loss formula.  He is at risk for Diabetes.
  • Our electric use was WAY up from last year at this time due to heat (running the A/C more than usual).

The Ugly:
  • The loveseat broke (it is still useable for the time being).
  • Our local library has "bedbugs", so all materials had to go back.  That screws up Summer reading challenge for Sassy.
  • Very spendy weekend (sitter, ate out, boy scout event.... about $125)


You know the deal....what are your GBUs this week???

8 comments:

  1. Ouch! :( I'm soo glad I don't have to buy gas!

    Good:
    - I received all the fabric for my orders.
    - My eczemas clearing up a bit
    - LOVE my new coffee table!
    - Just got paid for another set of custom orders so have a nice chunk of change saved up!
    - Received a new book I bought in the mail this week, and I'm loving it so far!
    - Zoo trip is in 6 days & the kids are super excited!! :)
    Bad:
    - Asthma hasn't been so great
    Ugly:
    - Dr. informed me that they found an irregularity on Morgans EKG & we need to see a cardiologist. :(

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    1. Hope you and Morgan are both feeling better!

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  2. Good:
    -Um... there must be SOMETHING....oh yeah, I "think" I'm finished with all pre-college purchases

    Bad:
    -My house is completely disorganized as we try to organize all of the Princess's stuff to take to school.
    -Three doctor/dental appointments scheduled this week.

    Ugly:
    -Spent a small fortune on stuff for college.... and I haven't paid tuition or books yet! Sigh.

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    1. You do realize that once she is at school, she will realize all the other things that she needs!

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  3. Love your blog Mysti! I'll jump in --

    Good:
    -- Made a big decision about my career and am happy with it
    -- My partner and I have a day off tomorrow with no plans, just a day to kick around in

    Bad:
    -- My office looks like a bomb hit it and I'm not motivated to clean it
    -- Our bichon has a hot spot on his head :(

    Ugly:
    -- We're over-budget for this budget cycle which doesn't end until the 24th; austerity measures are about to kick in

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    1. Thanks Jessie! Hope you and Partner have a fabulous day off together.

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  4. Bedbugs at the LIBRARY!?!? :(

    Good:
    -Took a really long awesome hot bath last night. A real one. With lavender scented epsom salts. And some baby oil. And I used a masque thing on my face.

    -The kids are 99% ready for back to school. I just need these specific notebooks for Daughter.

    -Found three cans of beans in my pantry

    -Made my grandmother a doily for her belated birthday and she loved it so much she requested a matching one.

    Bad:

    -Pantry is the barest it's been a long long time.

    -Freezer is looking pretty naked as well.

    -Fridge looks like I'm getting ready to leave for six months. It's practically empty.

    Ugly

    -Well you read my blog so you know all about Ugly.

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  5. I don't do these very often... so
    Good:
    -Back to working at my part time job on the weekends, which means extra money!
    -Three paycheck month for August!
    -Trying a healthier menu for the remaining of the year
    Bad:
    -Spent a bit more on groceries than I was expecting
    -First paycheck is short by $90 to cover for extra day off
    Ugly:
    -No extra funds whatsoever until after December! Ugh!
    -Still no EF, and my car is starting to sound funny. I hate funny noises in cars!

    Bedbugs in the library? Yikes!

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