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Midlife Musings and Measurable Goals

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  • Seasidegal58
    Seasidegal58 Posts: 6,017 Forumite
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    Such good news about your relative DIA. 
    Another here who thinks you'll know the house for you when you see it. 😃
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  • jwil
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    Good news about your relative.

    I've never heard of Elizabeth Strout before so just had a look, and her books sound good, so I've added some to my wish list - thanks for the recommendation!
    "Good financial planning is about not spending money on things that add no value to your life in order to have more money for the things that do". Eoin McGee
  • doingitanyway
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    Hi I am in awe of your day - such great news about relative. I'm totally with you on the old doors but you 100% have the right attitude that will set you right on your new life path.
    Your pampering sounds divine and so glad it's given you a boost. I do like a nice eyebrow session myself 😁

    I really think when you find the house you will know its the one  and you will love it from the off. It's good to take your time with such a big chapter in your new life. 
    Saves eating frogs later down the line 🐸🐸🐸
    Sam x

    Thanks Sam. It is funny visiting houses as it feels like trying on new lives to see how they fit :)
    If you have built castles in the air, your work should not be lost; that is where they should be. Now put the foundations under them

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  • doingitanyway
    doingitanyway Posts: 9,944 Forumite
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    Glad your relative is still battling through.
    Impressive stair climbing too
    Such good news about your relative DIA. 
    Another here who thinks you'll know the house for you when you see it. 😃
    jwil said:
    Good news about your relative.

    I've never heard of Elizabeth Strout before so just had a look, and her books sound good, so I've added some to my wish list - thanks for the recommendation!
    Thanks @savinghomes I only managed 8 flights on my last visit...
    Thanks @sea@Seasidegal58 my relative amazes me :)
    Thanks @jwil you are in for a treat with Elizabeth Stout. I read her when I can't read due to stress, but I can always read her :)
    If you have built castles in the air, your work should not be lost; that is where they should be. Now put the foundations under them

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  • doingitanyway
    doingitanyway Posts: 9,944 Forumite
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    edited 13 May 2021 at 8:00PM
    After yesterday I told my Sister I needed an 'at home' day. I went to the laundrette, made stock, made soup and other healthy food. I sorted out a bill. Other than that I read and had a few chatty phone calls. I could have gone out with a friend but felt too tired. Still do. Off to have a relaxing bath and an early night as I will be taking a little girl to nursery in the morning. I hope you all had a good day.

    If you have built castles in the air, your work should not be lost; that is where they should be. Now put the foundations under them

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  • MovingForwards
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    That's good news about your relative.
    When you see the right house, you will know.
    Mortgage started 2020, aiming to clear 31/12/2029.
  • MovingForwards
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    That's good news about your relative.
    When you see the right house, you will know.
    Mortgage started 2020, aiming to clear 31/12/2029.
  • beanielou
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    Awesome news indeed.
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