We're expecting financial difficulties - I've mentioned before that I am a Project position AND that I need accommodations to work. Well, there's been a lot of upheaval, so it's likely that my position won't be renewed. Add to this, the fact that I can only work a 32 hour week BUT ALSO need to … Continue reading Save, Save, SAVE!
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I Want Fish, But I’m a Miser
Every Friday, one of our local bars has a fish fry, including grilled fish which is my favorite, and sometimes I really, really want to go. But I'm cheap. The meal is expensive, and I figure if I can afford to eat out I should tip well. (Often, I tip well because the people around … Continue reading I Want Fish, But I’m a Miser
Patreon Fail
You may or may not be familiar with Patreon. It's a service that allows creatives to put out a work a month and people to sponsor that work. Right now, I have two authors I sponsor - Kameron Hurley for $1 and Holly Lisle for $5. It really can be that cheap! It charges me … Continue reading Patreon Fail
Plumbing Issues or Why I Adore My Dad
My dad came over today to look at our plumbing problems, which is REALLY nice of him considering it isn't his house. Or his problem. The water softener leak is between the bypass and the softener, so he pushed the bypass closed (believe me, I tried this! Couldn't budge it an inch.) and advised we … Continue reading Plumbing Issues or Why I Adore My Dad
Taking That Next Big Step: A Content Editor
As a general rule, I try not to talk about writing on the blog because I know it's incredibly boring for anyone who isn't a writer. And people who are writers. And houseplants. It can make most people either fall asleep or begin composing their grocery list in their head. So, I generally avoid it. … Continue reading Taking That Next Big Step: A Content Editor
Bad Things Come in Threes #3
(And #3.5) This one isn't as bad, but it is hugely frustrating. I have student loans, and they're in a ten year forgiveness program for state employees, which is great, but they didn't tell me I needed to file our taxes separately. So it's increasing to the tune of $380 more. Not even kidding. We … Continue reading Bad Things Come in Threes #3