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30 Day Writing Challenge: Day 30 - 30 Days of Highs & Lows

Day 30, the last for this challenge for now - "Your highs and lows for the month".

OK.  Who says Daddy Tom doesn't come through on a commitment?  No, really, I want to know who says this thing because I'm going to hunt them down and kick their ever loving...Sorry, must work on those anger issues.  JK.  I'm am happy that I successfully completed a somewhat meaningless challenge with two of my favorite women, my sister, Sandi and my cousin, Marianne.  (I am not allowed to say my favorite cousin, because I'd have about 100 of them disappointed (relieved) or angry (really relieved) with me.  Also, kidding.  I'm a lovable stooge.  Well, on with the show.

A lot has happened the last 30 days.

Highs 
  • I wrote 30 blogs and people actually read them...and possibly even liked them.
  • I have grown closer to many family members.
  • Kelsey Grammer is back on TV (Partners)
  • My favorite Summer shows are back:  The Bridge, Masters of Sex, Face Off and Beat Bobby Flay.
  • I bought a new computer/tablet...Microsoft Surface Pro 2.
  • I got to take a few days off and did something fun...like watch the Phillies lose at Citizens Bank Park, but had some good food and drink at Chickie's and Pete's.
  • I finished reading A Game of Thrones.  Started reading the next book in the series, A Clash of Kings.
  • I have made a connection with a female co-worker who used to be an editor who will edit my next writing project.  I'm thrilled.

Lows 
  • Robin Williams died.
  • Work has been especially hectic and stressful this last month.
  • I have not gotten one potential buyer to look at my house.  It's been for sale for a little over 30 days.
  • My blood sugars and diabetes is fairly under control except I've gained back most of the weight I had lost over the last year or so.
  • I need to do something to lose weight.  I don't like to workout or gyms.
I am done for now.  Now a few well deserved days off from writing, then on to the next project.  Keep watching for my next posting.  TTFN.
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  1. UnknownAugust 12, 2014 at 10:06 PM

    Keep on writing!
    And think about walking....with or without a headset...I'm sure you must have some nice parks near you...or walk in your lunch hour - it gets you away from the those little things that are sent to try us....and it's very good for you...
    TTFN? Try "taraa" us Scouses never pronounce our "t's"....God, I miss my England...a visit is clawing at my shoulder but me Mum will be 89 yrs. old soon and is not capable of the trip...so...'tis a little trapped I am...
    Give the house some time...I used to be in Real Estate (agent) and some go in a heartbeat and some don't...make sure you don't have an OPT (over-priced turkey) and try and find out what others are selling for in your neighbourhood (your agent should be doing this for you)...ask for comps. from the M.L.S. - your agent should also have this are under control...and remember....you want the best selling price you can get and the potential buyer wants the best buying price they can get....time for negotiation......
    I, too , am very upset over Robin Williams' death....hard to believe....will be watching the special on him tonight at 10PM.
    Last time I felt this sad over a celebrity death was when John Lennon was murdered.
    Stay in touch and....nil carborundum...
    SH

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