Finally Debt Free After 34 Years, But Still Need to Live Frugally

Cherryfudge

How lovely to hear from you! And congratulations on the new job - yes, you are bound to get a bit nervous but you are experienced and you must get on with people as your previous job showed.

So pleased to hear y0ur DH is doing better too.

jwil

Lovely to hear from you again, and congratulations on the new job, it sounds great!

Great news about DH as well

Willowtree222

So glad you’re ok. Fantastic news about the job, congratulations xx

HairyHandofDartmoor

Parkyp said:

Hi,
New Year new start for you, well done on your new job and your dh weight loss great achievement. 

You obviously have a love for children so I’m sure you will settle in your new job without any problems. 

Take care 

Thanks Parky . I do like working with children so I hope I'll enjoy it and do well there.

foxgloves said:

Sooooo pleased to hear about the new job, HHoD. You're right that the financial security of 30 hrs a week is exactly what you need for some stability. Best wishes for your start date & well done.
F x

Thanks Foxgloves . I'm desperate for some stability, financial and otherwise, so I am very pleased and hope that I'll be happy there.

milann said:

Fantastic news re the job. I think that is my favourite age to work with….never a dull moment although it can be hard work. I remember the beginning of term - if one cried for their parents it could be contagious 😳😳😂😂…..I’ve even considered volunteering at my old nursery but the covid figures keep putting me off.
WOW  I’m pleased to hear dh has lost some weight….it must be better for his health and easier on your mind. As for frugal Christmas presents…..people remember who they were with and what they did…..it sounds as if you had a lovely time 👍 with special people - that’s what is important.
As for feeling guilty for not posting on here……DON’T👍😂😏 it’s lovely to hear from you and I use it as a place to vent some feelings and chat to online friends, but real life has to take precedence- it sounds as if  you’ve had a busy time 👍👍
Well done in getting a job - I knew your hard work would pay off for you 👏👏👏👏
If you feel up to it please keep us posted about your new job when you can. 👍👍

Thanks Milann . It's a bit of a younger age group than at school, but I've enjoyed volunteering at the preschool so I think I'll enjoy it. I'll be working with 3-4 years old luckily which is closer to what I'm used to. I do feel like my hard work has finally paid off 😁. I had a video interview with three people and a trial morning at the preschool before I was offered the job.

I'm very thankful DH has lost weight and I hope he can keep it off and lose more which he needs to to avoid future problems. I will definitely try and post more regularly to keep you updated.

HairyHandofDartmoor

Cherryfudge said:

How lovely to hear from you! And congratulations on the new job - yes, you are bound to get a bit nervous but you are experienced and you must get on with people as your previous job showed.

So pleased to hear y0ur DH is doing better too.

Thanks Cherry . I hope my experience at school will be useful and I'm willing to work hard and learn, so I hope it goes well.

jwil said:

Lovely to hear from you again, and congratulations on the new job, it sounds great!

Great news about DH as well

Thanks Jwil . I'm very pleased about both things.

Willowtree222 said:

So glad you’re ok. Fantastic news about the job, congratulations xx

Thanks Willow . It's good to be back.

Fidelia

I couldn't be happier for you, HH.  DH doing well; DS3 finding a job and being able to do it while still being with you; a lovely family Christmas and to top it all  a new job. for you.  What a wonderful series of events to brighten up what must have been a dismal year for you.  It's so good to see you back, you know we've all missed you

Wishing you the very best of luck in your new job (not that you need luck but you know what I mean). You're a 'natural' with young children and will be a great success at this job as you were in your last one.  I bet the staff of your 'old' school are already regretting not being able to keep you.  Their loss!

beanielou

How lovely to hear from you.
Fantastic news on your new job.
I am sure all will go well for you.

HairyHandofDartmoor

Fidelia said:

I couldn't be happier for you, HH.  DH doing well; DS3 finding a job and being able to do it while still being with you; a lovely family Christmas and to top it all  a new job. for you.  What a wonderful series of events to brighten up what must have been a dismal year for you.  It's so good to see you back, you know we've all missed you

Wishing you the very best of luck in your new job (not that you need luck but you know what I mean). You're a 'natural' with young children and will be a great success at this job as you were in your last one.  I bet the staff of your 'old' school are already regretting not being able to keep you.  Their loss!

Thanks Fidelia 😃. There have been some lovely things happening lately it's true, which has cheered us up after a tough year. It's good to be back ☺.

sashybo

Oh well done on your new job HH, I always think nursery/pre-school staff are very brave! It must be a very rewarding job though and 3-4 year olds are a nice age when they chatter away about random things. 😂 My DS is 4 and some of the stuff he comes out with, I dread to think what he tells the ladies at nursery! 🤦‍♀️ 

Onebrokelady

Welcome back Hairy and I must say congrats on your new job, hearing this news has made my day 🎉🎉🎉you really deserve it after all your hard work and I hope you enjoy it.  Also good news about Mr Hairy losing some weight and your sons job too, it so good to read some good news 😊