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Long Week Behind

Well, this week was quite the week. Between not having a car the first half of the week, failing my challenge every single day, and having stressful (and nearly impossible) deadlines to meet at work, I am not even sure how I survived. Oh, did I mention I also had a mini nervous breakdown? Yeah, I am very glad to say goodbye to this week. I keep hoping that the next day will get better, but right now, I am not so sure I even want to see the next day. If you know what I mean. 

Today's Food: 
Breakfast - Waffles and Natural Honey
AM Snack - Chips and Gummies 
Lunch - Tuna Sandwich and Apple 
PM Snack - Cookies and Chocolate 
Dinner - Sushi and Wine

Today's Habits:
Creativity - N/A
Reading - N/A
Self-Care - N/A
Sweets - See above
Vitamins - No

Today's Overview:

My day was spent working, walking the dog, or talking. This evening we had dinner with the couple that leads our bible study. It was nice to have time with them one-on-one but it was a lot to fit into one day. At times like this, I worry about how I am going to survive taking a night class over the summer. That is if I take classes over the summer. My husband wants me to but I am really worried about money. Especially with all of the unexpected costs we have been experiencing lately. Today I did finish my first website for work that was completely designed and created by me. Even though it took me having to log in after 9:00 PM to finish things. I expect to work some this weekend on it too...

Over and Out, 
The Girl with IBS

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