I have been in Ohio for a little over 2 weeks now. So far, so good. I must say, not having a job has been a pretty easy adjustment for me. Not having an income is another story, but the whole job thing is ... well I almost wonder how on earth I ever found time to work. I'm so busy still! Of course, I do different things now. I look for bargains for things we need online and all over craigs list. I have decided to put off getting a gym membership for now and work out at home (admittedly, that is a BIG sacrifice for me). And instead of shopping for clothes, I cook stuff. Who knew that the one hobby would satiate the cravings for the other? I had no idea.
I also find that I have just a little more time to read. I REALLY like that. So far I've read The Hiding Place and These Is My Words. Both excellent. Next on my list is The Measure of A Man, which I've been wanting to read for a couple of years now.
There are still a couple of things I have yet to make time for. Funny how I have all the time in the world, and yet I still haven't gotten to everything....
Anyhow, I hope to be able to start playing the guitar again. That is something that has completely gone south for about the last 2 years of Ben's and my courtship. And I miss it a bit. I'm also deathly afraid of all the songs I won't remember and all the calluses I no longer have on my fingers. :( The other is designing dresses. I NEED to fit this in, and I need to fit it in this week, as a matter of fact.
Married life has definitely changed things. It's really weird when I think and realize the only reason I am out in Ohio is for Ben (and me). I have absolutely nothing else here. Frightening! You'd think I wouldn't have just dropped everything. And everyone. But there I went and did it! Not that I think it was a bad decision, and not to say I regret it. But it's alarming nonetheless.
Hopefully, from job searching, I will eventually have something come up. But I'm not too hopeful right now. I'm more hopeful about a few months from now. And I can't say I'm too upset about that. Money's tighter, for sure. And we are wondering if we'll be able to afford to go to London next year like we planned. But it gives me time for the dress business fashion shoot, time for adjustment, time for cooking and time for all these little things I haven't had time to do for years! If I can just figure out how to get a paycheck WITHOUT having a job. THAT would be perfect happiness. :)
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I was just thinking yesterday, "I haven't heard from Sharon in a little bit. An update is required..." And then you go an update. :) Beautiful. I love hearing what you're doing. And I love hearing that you're enjoying it. :)
Wowzer. Yah, talk about a complete change in lifestyle. I'm glad you're happy, though. That's the most important thing. Good luck on finding a job.
Good luck on the job search! I finally found a job last week.
The no work with a paycheck is every stay-at-home mom's dream! I'm glad to hear married life in Ohio is treating you well. Good luck with everything and can't wait to see and hear more updates!
Yeah for you! You deserve the break...I am glad that you are going to start playing the guitar again...if you are not going to the gym, does that mean that you are hoolahooping again?! Let's be honest, that is the MOST fun! And as for getting paid while not working, here is how you do it: shatter your ankle and you get 5 months of paid leave (although, I really don't recommend it). Love you!
Don't you love how there is an endless supply of things to entertain and improve upon? I'm jealous you are reading more. I don't feel like I've done anything leisure since I got engaged. And now the wedding is over Ty and I are trying to get it all recorded and documented and all that, then...I want to read again. :)
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