1 AM and I Still Can't Sleep!

First of all, I would like to say that I have been thanking God everyday that my hubby has a job and is bringing home a paycheck! I know so many people out of work with this economy and I am so very thankful that James' job seems secure for now. I have, however, been stressed about money lately. That is why, again tonight, I can't seem to sleep.

Budget... looks good on paper, but things just keep coming up! I am working hard (VERY HARD) to cut down on some of the expenses around here. I am going over everything with a fine tooth comb. Of course, the weather isn't being my friend right now. My AC is running non-stop to keep the house at 80 degrees. Here again, I don't know why and calling someone in to look at it tomorrow is going to be another unexpected expense that I just don't have.

I am not sure right now where I am going to cut back, but I am sure Wal-Mart will be getting much less of my money in the future! James swears that the only cleaning supplies you need are Windex and Lysol spray. Not sure I agree, but I am sure I purchase a lot of stuff for the house that isn't exactly needed.

I don't really have a whole lot to say about all of this except that I am trying my best to follow the Lord's will about money and finance. We don't have a lot of debt. We have my car payment and that is about it. The rest is just everyday stuff that we have to pay. I am so thankful that we aren't forking out money to credit cards and bank loans which would make all this budget stuff impossible. We do, however, now have medical bills from AC's birth to find the money for.

I guess I am just venting a little tonight. Please say some prayers for us about making good decisions when it comes to money.

Relaxing day or sad day?

KL decided to spend the night with my parents last night. She hasn't been around today. I thought this would be a really good thing and I could catch up on sleep. Normally, even when AC sleeps I can't because KL is up and likes to play outside a lot. I don't trust her not to go outside without me knowing about it.

Catch up on sleep? YES!!! I have slept just about every time AC has slept today. Now I am worried I won't sleep a wink tonight, haha!

I have done well all day, but now the sun is going down again. I am starting to feel a little blueish. One thing for sure about having both of my girls here is that they keep me and my mind so busy that baby blues hasn't had a chance to show it's ugly face.

My neighbors officially moved out today. We lived in this house for 8 years now. We have never had neighbors on either side. Both houses have been empty until about 11 months ago. Best I can remember, it was just before we found out about AC coming along a family moved in the house right next door while their house was being built. We knew it would only be for about 9 months. I remember thinking "Great! Here we go... I don't really want neighbors. I like the feeling we are kinda here alone." Now that they moved out today, I am sad that I don't have neighbors. We didn't really get close over the last year, but I was finally use to walking out the backdoor and having someone to say hello to. Today, I think I am crazy for the sudden change of emotions, haha! That is another reason I am blaming it on a little bit of baby blues today.

I read yesterday about "nursing vacations" and decided that is what me and AC needed while KL is at Meme and Pap's house. Maybe it wasn't what we needed. Basically, you just go to bed with the baby and sleep lots and nurse often. Helps with bonding, milk supply, and just basically well being by catching up on sleep. I can't stay in the bed that much when not a have to, so we camped out on the couch with the bassinet right next to it. There has been lots of holding and talking and bonding that's for sure. Guess it is a good thing except for those ugly baby blues showing their face!

I have rented a movie to watch tonight. James comes home Wednesday!!! Tomorrow, I will clean like the devil has been in the house even tho it really doesn't need it. It will keep me busy and cleaning always boosts my spirits :) Just gotta make it through this crazy, hormonal day!