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Zoe7Senior Contributor
Just found out a friend's son was tragically taken from us yesterday. I won't put details here but it seems like it was a hit and run. I lost another friend a few years ago in similar circumstances.
Absolutely heartbroken 💔
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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Zoe7Senior Contributor
So far no side effects from the meds @creative_writer I am tired but that has been normal lately. It has only been a day though so I will see how the next couple go - fingers crossed it will continue being okay.
Funny story - it is really windy today but I still went out to sweep the sand over my pavers. When I got out there ....no sand (I spread it out yesterday to dry out). But guess what - all gaps filled - the wind did the job for me LOL I do need to water it in so I am sure some gaps will emerge again but most of the job is done. I also sprayed some weeds but no doubt now I have done that it will rain 🤪 I would really like to get back into the garden but I hate the wind so for now inside with the fur babies.
I do feel a little better today but I think that is also knowing I am not back to work until next week - a bit of relief and space to de-stress, get some work done and prepare for going back.
Glad to hear your migraine and nausea eased a bit - hope that has improved today for you Hon.
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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Zoe7Senior Contributor
That's tough not knowing why you feel agitated @creative_writer Sometimes it is hard to put a finger on why we feel like we do. I used to love to go to the pool and just float around when I wasn't feeling okay ...but can't do that anymore. The pool I went to closed down and I cannot arfford the rates at any others. It was through the YMCA so prices were very reasonable ...and I went a few times a week so it made it worthwhile. Now whenever I feel the need to swim/float I fill the bath LOL
I have been outside for a little while - keep going out with a break in the wind and then back in when it picks up again ...presently feeling like a yo-yo 🤪
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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Zoe7Senior Contributor
Yes I am in Tassie @creative_writer I do love Tassie but do not like the cold so for a few months I have on half my closet to keep warm lol
Everything is so expensive Hon. Paying my mortgage, bills and chemist do not leave much for food ...and luxuries are not even on the agenda. Throw in fur babies and I really struggle. My Mum has been helping me with my mortgage for the last 6ish months. When interest rates increased I was paying an extra $500 a month and on one income it was really scary. That goodness for my Mum (and sister if there is an emergency). I used to hate asking for a loan from either of them but now I often have no choice. I should have a few debts paid off in the next couple of months. Fingers crossed nothing else breaks or fur babies do not need to go to the vet. All going okay - I should finally be able to begin saving a little.
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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Zoe7Senior Contributor
I could not buy a house today @creative_writer so lucky to get in when I did before prices and interest rates went crazy. It is a struggle on one income though.
Thankfully fur babies are well but I know I am about to run out of Toby's medication so that will be one of the expenses I have already factored in to what I have to pay off.
Speaking of fur babies - better feed them. Back later.
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creative_writerSenior Contributor
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Zoe7Senior Contributor
When my sister sold her unit @creative_writer she got more than 3 times what she paid for it and that was just in 10 years. My house is worth more than double what I paid for it. If I was to purchase the same house now ....well, I couldn't. There is no way I could pay the mortgage on one income. It is ridiculous ...do not know how anyone can buy in these times.
Medical costs really are expensive and unfortunately it is those that really need it who cannot afford it. The health system overall is so broken and the government certainly does not put the money into the right places - but why would they listen to the people, especially those with lived experience in the mental health sector.
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