2022 - Moving forward

jwil

I've had a contemplative day today, along with a bit of snoozing this morning!

Just trying to work through my plans for this week, and sorting out timings to allow for my new commute.  I think I've got a plan now, and have been trying to work out my start/end times so that I can allow for a decent lunch break on the days when I'm at home, and allowing for the school runs,  so I can take the time to do a bit of tidying/sorting while everyone is out.

I must say I'm looking forward to my days on my own again, it makes a huge difference even just being able to work undisturbed.

I've made the decision that I don't really want to car boot any more.  So as I sort stuff, it's either going to be on ebay or I'm going to send it to charity if it's good enough or just get rid.  I don't want stuff hanging around for ages to car boot.  DH will probably still want to do it, as he likes to try and get every last £1 out of things, but that can be his domain, and I'm not going to save my stuff.  I'm also going to be ruthless with the kids stuff and try and sneak out some of the tat otherwise when he's not looking   FB sales just don't work for me as there are too many timewasters and I hate waiting around for people. I might use Freegle though as I can just leave stuff outside.

I had a phone call from Mr T earlier asking if they could drop off my shopping earlier.  That was a definite yes, so I don't have to mess around later.  I only did a small shop this week as I'm still trying to use up the cupboards and freezer.  It's nice to see it all going down.  I have started getting stuff in for Xmas though so that will help spread the cost.

I've been productive towards my goals today, I have remembered to be active an hour or so after eating, and I had a small portion of toad in the hole, with a plateful of veg.  I also have used up my cans of 7up so am not replacing them.  I did miss it at lunchtime,  but it should be a fairly easy habit to break.  I've also made plans for my lunches at work so that's all sorted as well.

My mum has replaced a zip on little miss's coat for me, so that should last another year.  It was only £5 second hand when I bought it last year, so if it can be used another year then it's a real bargain. 

I've listed an item on ebay for me, pulled off another one which will go in recycling, and have prepped the packaging for 12 items for DH which are selling later.  That will save time as all I'll have to do is print the postage.  It's also given me a chance to tidy up the packaging stash and use up some of the surplus boxes and packaging.  It all fits in the cupboard under the stairs again now, so the pile of packaging isn't dumped in the front room any more.

It's all progress!

ladyholly

I got to the point whe i didnt want to do car boots as well. Mr LH was quite stroppy about it but he wasnt the one heaving stuff around, loading and unloading the car twice, and spending the morning standing having people making stupid offers for things. He just sat in the car and made one cup of tea during the morning. I made the whole lot into a couple of joblots and sold it on ebay. Much easier.

WinterWarrior

I’ve never done a car boot. I like the idea of them, but they do sound a lot of hard work. I have 2 things on eBay which just keep re listing. Some things don’t seem to get the viewing traffic even when they’re bargains. I get overwhelmed if I have too many things on at once though, so I’m hoping to shift one before adding another 😬
the toad in the hole sounds good. Are you not allowed even diet 7up? 

beanielou

I did one car boot.
Never again.
Someone nicked the takings 

jwil

ladyholly said:

I got to the point whe i didnt want to do car boots as well. Mr LH was quite stroppy about it but he wasnt the one heaving stuff around, loading and unloading the car twice, and spending the morning standing having people making stupid offers for things. He just sat in the car and made one cup of tea during the morning. I made the whole lot into a couple of joblots and sold it on ebay. Much easier.

Yes, DH goes off looking around and buying more stuff!  It was good while we had a lot of decent stuff, but not now and we are just carrying the same things forever.  DH prices his stuff too high for a car boot as well to be honest.

WinterWarrior said:

I’ve never done a car boot. I like the idea of them, but they do sound a lot of hard work. I have 2 things on eBay which just keep re listing. Some things don’t seem to get the viewing traffic even when they’re bargains. I get overwhelmed if I have too many things on at once though, so I’m hoping to shift one before adding another 😬
the toad in the hole sounds good. Are you not allowed even diet 7up? 

They can be good fun, and I used to enjoy them, but I just don't want to deal with 'stuff' any more. I just want it gone.

Sometimes just tweaking an ebay listing a bit can give it a fresh bump rather than just relisting endlessly.  Add a bit to the title or description etc.

It was 7up free I was having.  I'm not 'forbidding' myself from having anything, but there seems to be lots of contrasting evidence as to whether sugar free stuff affects blood sugars or not, so it's an easy one to give up.  It will save me money as well.  I'll still have them when I'm out and about but I don't 'need' it at home.  Water suits me just as well.

beanielou said:

I did one car boot.
Never again.
Someone nicked the takings 

That's awful People can be so horrible.

jwil

Today's PAD - £2
Jan - £126
Feb - £106
Mar - £136
Apr - £122
May - £113
June - £108
July - £177
August - £115
September - £15

doingitanyway

I was the same with car boot sales. I did a few then just sent stuff to charity for the same reasons as you.
I agree with your decision re diet free drinks.
You are doing great. Good luck with the new commute.

Pollie

Do you have a Cash for Clothes near you. Doesn't pay much at all but anything is better than nothing.

jwil

doingitanyway said:

I was the same with car boot sales. I did a few then just sent stuff to charity for the same reasons as you.
I agree with your decision re diet free drinks.
You are doing great. Good luck with the new commute.

Thank you

Pollie said:

Do you have a Cash for Clothes near you. Doesn't pay much at all but anything is better than nothing.

That's true, thank you.  I think ours closed down.  I actually donate most of the clothes to school as they have a clothing bank which gets them funding, but I should have a look and see if there is one nearby, thanks for the reminder

jwil

Today's PAD - £2
Jan - £126
Feb - £106
Mar - £136
Apr - £122
May - £113
June - £108
July - £177
August - £115
September - £17