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Guess I have windows 8…but my main problem is typing and then the words move and I’m typing somewhere I don’t want to. I think I’m probably bumping the mouse pad on the bottom of the typing keys. Cat, you are so right about always keeping your guard up.  Glad you didn’t gamble! P, tooth hurty is funny. I’ll have to remember that one.
I have a hair appointment in the morning with the same older lady who turned the top of my head orange in December.  I’m giving her another chance.  She sounded so happy when I called her. It’s only hair.  The only thing I’m worried about is how long she’ll take.  I don’t want to be in there for 3.5 hours like last time.  I really think she will do a good job this time…at least I really hope so.
I ordered, and received and paid for, some bar stools for our house.  That’s my gift to myself for another month of not gambling.  We need them anyway but I’ll look at them and think that’s $450 well spent instead of going in a slot machine in February. They are still in boxes so I haven’t actually seen them but I know my money went for good.
Vera, I have been eating healthier than ever! It’s only been a short time but it’s been so easy knowing it’s for Lent and doesn’t have to be forever…although I am hoping it’s forever!
The construction crew is putting siding on our house today.  Last week was the insulation.  I hope next week is the sheet rock. The framers were Russians, the insulation guys were Hispanic and my husband didn’t know what the siding crew was but he said ‘European’.  He enjoys meeting so many nationalities and is very impressed with their work. I try to stay away when the work crews are there.
I’m tired. Think I’ll fix dinner and go to bed early.  Hope everyone has a weekend without gambling.
 

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We’re just starting Spring here in my part of the USA.  I don’t think I could bear starting cold weather again!  I also have anxiety. My husband says ‘there’s a pill for that, and if you don’t want a pill, they have alcohol for that".  Of course he’s kidding but he recognizes how hard certain situations are for me.  I hope you find some peace and relaxation today…and tomorrow and on and on.  Of course gambling only adds to our anxiety so, lets not do that! Sherry

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Hope you have a speedy complete recovery! Glad you’re surgery is over and you got through it. 

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May I join the circle in support? I take your hands as we get through today without gambling.  Sherry

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You deserve something for yourself!  Hope that new top feels good and makes you happy! Sounds like you had a good day and you kept it ‘good’ by not gambling.  ******!!

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Glad you’re in a good place in your life.  Maybe all the pain gambling has caused will make us appreciate our future and always be thankful for our family.  Thanks for sharing. Sherry

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WTG Ed!!! Getting through a month is fantastic!  Keep you guard up and remember all you have to worry about is today. Thanks for all your positive encouraging posts! I enjoy reading them. Sherry

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WTG Ed !!! Прожить месяц – это фантастика! Будьте начеку и помните, что все, о чем вам нужно беспокоиться, это сегодня. Спасибо за все ваши положительные обнадеживающие посты! Мне нравится их читать. Шерри

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That’s a pretty picture to think of you and your happy son having time together, smiling and enjoying a good morning meal without the clean-up! 

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You can do it!  It takes a lot of knowing what you don’t want to finally make the life you do want. We’re all here with you every hurdle along the way.  Sherry

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Sorry you got left out Bettie.  With it being your sister then you know she really did get side-tracked and meant no harm to you.  Nobody wants to be left out even if it was by accident.  I’m glad you posted and didn’t gamble.  So, what did you eat?  Hope it was something really good.

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It’s funny how we can’t get things done and then, when we’re under the gun, we can find the motivation we need.  I’m sure that will happen with your housework and you’ll have everything perfect before the surgery.  We’re working on our taxes too.  Luckily, we don’t have to pay in but we’re not getting too much back because I’m drawing out part of my retirement too.  I did set it up to have an additional $50 a month taken out of my paycheck each month just to help with the tax bite.  Having to pay more taxes on top of what you already paid hurts! At least next year shouldn’t be that way.

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I washed my car today too.  It was covered with mud and really needed it. I don’t think what you are saying is complaining. You’re just stating your weekend. Complaining is blaming someone, or something, for taking your time or your money instead of taking responsibility for yourself…at least that’s how I see it.  Your weekend was well-spent without a moment wasted in a casino! 
 

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Thanks Cat!  I didn’t mention that I told my mom I wished she wouldn’t talk about gambling and she said ‘I know you’re not gambling, and I’m very proud of you, but we’ll plan on going to the casino around my birthday in May’. All I could do is roll my eyes and bite my tongue.
On to another week of work. Hope everyone has a great gamble free week.

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I won, One year I kept a running tally of what I lost for the year.  I was so careful that year and really cut back on my gambling but I still lost over $4,000 that year.  That wasn’t much compared to previous years but it was a shock to see how gambling small amounts (about $75 a week) could add up to so much.  We can’t change the past, and believe me I sure would have liked to have that money back, but we can live today without regrets.  ODAAT with no access to cash!

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