update

I'm having trouble posting photos on my new computer. Hopefully I will have it sorted soon and I can get back to posting with pictures. Being a very visual person, this is distressing me just a little! Though the glass of wine I'm enjoying while writing this post is helping somewhat :-)

I received my new furniture this week (didn't I tell you about that?). I so much wanted to share photos with you but alas, it will have to wait.

I also resigned from my job today (didn't I tell you about that either?). When I started working last year it was not long after I had separated and my ex was still living at home and the finances hadn't been settled and I needed money, as you do to survive! Alot has changed since then. Settlement went through in January and I am financially independent. I have decided it is the right time to start my own business. I have been thinking about this venture for a couple of years now but with everything else that has gone on, it hasn't been the right time. I am going to do a couple of small business courses to get me started and get some smarts on how to run a business. At this stage, I won't say anymore because I'm not really 100% clear on how it's all going to come together. I just know it will when the time is right and I have to start some time and the time is now.

I also took Chloe to look at a dog today. It's a little toy poodle at the animal shelter (RSPCA) and we are seriously thinking of adopting her. She is so playful and cute but also a little anxious about new situations. We would have to be really loving and kind and spoil her wrotten so she feels right at home ;-) Will let you know what we decide.

My friends husband, who I shared about with you a few posts ago, is not going well with his treatment for his brain tumor. While we are still being hopeful and encouraging and supportive, it doesn't look good. It's hard to tell at the moment because he's also ill from the chemo but things don't appear to have worked well for him. It's so sad seeing my friend feeling so useless and just watching her husband suffer knowing it's out of her hands. Please pray for them. They have four beautiful, young children and he has no life insurance or mortgage insurance. Financially things are not looking good at all as she has had to leave her job to care for him. A fundraiser is being organised to support them and is being held in about 3 weeks time. I really hope they have a fantastic show of support. It is being kept as a surprise until the day because they would be so overwhelmed and not want anyone to go to the trouble of doing that for them. The thing is, it's no trouble. It's the least those of us around them can do.

Now for a completely random though that has nothing to do with anything... I always get to the end of a post and wonder why I share the things I do? Am I just being self indulgent hoping someone will be interested in my life and the things happening around me? I can't say I really know the answer but I hope that in sharing my life, I can be an encouragement to someone else. I'm not sure how but maybe something resonates with someone out there and helps them or encourages them. Not because of who I am but just because that's life. We do impact others and I hope that the impact I have on those around me is a positive one.

Have a wonderful day,
Blessings,
Nel xx

Comments

[Jeanne]

I cannot wait to see your photographs and to hear all is going well for you.
Love and hugs and kisses
Jeanne

[tommie]

So glad all is moving in the right direction for you.

So sorry to see your friend's health in such decline.

[Britt-Arnhild]

Dear Nel.

Sound like there is alot going on in your life rght now. I am so sorry to hear about your friend's husband. Cancer is such a devaststing illness for everyone involved.

On the other hand I am thrilled for the new turns your live is taking right now. Go Girl!

[Linda]

Wow, a lot has happened in your life recently and it all sounds good. Good for you. I hope you will keep sharing about your life. I like to hear about it.