4.20.2009

Electrical Usage

In tweaking our budget, I got around to creating an electrical kwH usage chart. As you can see, our average isn't so bad, I guess, but our monthly kWh continues to go up, it seems. It can be more difficult than you think to save electricity! We will continue to try, though, and are always seeking ways to improve.

4.15.2009

"Well, the economy..."

That's about how they started the conversation. With Jason, today, at work. He's been laid off. Yet another to add to the statistic! Let's hope I'm not another come the new fiscal year July 1.

We are still pretty numb about it and getting a hold on what that is going to mean for us and the household. I am trying to remember that God is in control and He will get us through this!

4.06.2009

"Almost" Walking

Our "baby" is 15 months old today and walking is imminent... then, of course, running! I will try to get some recent pix uploaded soon. We've had some technical delay in that department. :)

I can't believe the year + 3 mos have flown by so quickly. He is such a joy and we cannot imagine life without him. Dan & Kerry have spoken of this on their podcast also - I can remember things I used to do to fill my day, and, yes, I miss doing some of them, but mostly they were trivial, such as spending even more time on the 'puter, etc. In case you ever had a doubt, the bennies of having a baby by far outweigh the disadvantages. As John said, don't put it off "just because..."