The Unexpected Perks of Unemployment

We all know the disadvantages of being unemployed:  Reduced income for the household, searching for new employment, and looking for things to fill your time.  Also the Geico commercial with the camel doesn't have quite the same meaning - although it is still my favorite commercial and I crack up every time I see it.

There are, however, some unexpected perks of unemployment:

• You can go to the store at the times they are the least busy - and not only have the store to yourself, but a great parking spot.
• You can stay up as late as you want, and get up at whatever time you choose.
• You can do household chores at 2AM or 2PM, whenever the mood strikes.
• You don't have to worry about what you are going to wear to work the next day.
• You can be lax in the personal hygiene department (although I would not recommend it).
• Spend more time with family (especially nice if they live in Las Vegas and have a private pool).
• Most importantly, it gives you time to figure out and follow your dreams.

You are never too old, and it is never too late, to reinvent this great adventure called life.

Wow! How Life Changes...

I didn't realize how long it's been since I've posted on my blog.  Here are the highlights since I last posted:

January 2011 - I got a new job.

April 2011 - Our dog, Gracie, passed away.

July 2011 - Mike and I celebrated our 25th Wedding Anniversary.

November 2011 - My wonderful grandmother, Evelyn MacDougall, passed away.

September 2012 - Adopted a wonderful dog named Callie.

June 2013 - Mike and I both got new rides (Mike a Volvo X30 and me a Honda CR-V)

July 2013 - My newest nephew, Maverick River Allen, was born.

September 2013 - I was laid off from my job.

In addition to all this, my weight has not exactly been kept in check.  I definitely need to get back on track in maintaining my weight.

I feel a new chapter of my life beginning.  It's scary.  It's hard.  It's exciting.