Yes my computers all had to go in the shop. It cost me around $300 to have them all fixed up. I had zero choice in that it is needed for the kids' school. I am really struggling with school back in session. I am doing a ton of driving. I have it rough. I just do not have enough hours in my day to do it all. Today I toyed with the idea of quitting my job. If I was home during the day I could cook more and do more. I feel very overwhelmed. Is the extra income worth it? I can not decide. I have decided to not stress about it "right now" but leave the thought of quitting in the back of my mind. The whole idea is frightening...mostly becasue I love being around people and being a grown up. Oh well.....I am not in a hurry. Part of me says suck it up and be glad you have a job and it is part time so stop being a baby about it.

I paid all my IRS taxes and state taxes...it sure hurt. When I have to pay taxes it wipes me out. The next batch of taxes is due right after Christmas. I am already dreading Christmas. I am going to have to put away some money each week for that. I will have to stash it away somewhere and not touch it.

I have been good with groceries....really only buying what we need and not wasting too much. I have tried to not eat out....not easy but when I do---I try to eat out cheaply.

I am thinking of going to a new church members dinner at the new church I am going to. I am so painfully shy in doing new things and putting myself out there. I really need to get into more fellowship with the church people....so this another way to get myself out there. I really like the church and find it so refreshing to attend. No one knows my ex husband and I just can kinda be me!

This week I did give some money to my church. I decided to start with a set amount and see how it "goes". I am not sure why I am struggling with this but I am. I feel I need to try and stay committed. So far so good.

I hope everyone is doing well. Somedays I am more upbeat and when I get down I look at my journals and all the inspirational quotes and poems I have collected. It keeps me going. last week was terrible with my teen daughter. I mean BAD!! This week is better. It is not easy for a single mom or any parents to be very honest.

Today I bought a small gift for a co-worker. She is struggling and has been railroaded where I work..yet she smiles no matter what! She is happy and joy-filled and a true pleasure to be around! She is a role model to me. I wanted her to feel blessed for three mins today. I guess that is why I like my job. Each old person I try to bless--- and it blesses me. I like to bless my kids but somehow they expect it. With these old people every little thing you do they are so grateful. It is something to really think about and ponder about quitting my job.

Have a good rest of the week everyone. If you are in the Hurricanes path please stay safe. I am praying for you. I can not imagine how stressed YOU MUST FEEL.
Please stay well and out of harms way. Things can be replaced and repaired.....but people are way more important. God Bless.