Buffy and the Mortgage adventure

Buffythedebtslayer

The welcome back is lovely. Truly. Sometimes here I am so lonely. I don't want to go out or see anyone, I don't even what anyone here. But it is nice to be welcomed back. 

I need to go food shopping today. My dog has his tablets in chicken slices and I have run out. I am also taking the house bun to the vets. He can't go to the supermarket so I will have to make two trips (free parking starts after the appointment.) 

I have had a nice day so far. I should have gone to visit my uncle but I don't feel exactly well - think just so tired. I should be doing something but I think I will just have another cup of tea. 

Skint_yet_Again

Welcome back Buffy. Sorry for your loss. My dad passed away a few months ago and the sadmin and emptying the house has been truly heartbreaking and exhausting. Thankfully I have had emotional support from my family & sister. I am glad you have good friends around you. We are now in the saga of trying to sell the house. 

Please make sure you are resting as much as possible and taking time for yourself even if it’s just sitting with a cup of tea. 

Magpie100

Welcome back, Buffy! It's great to see you back posting, but I'm very sorry about your Mum. I know you did everything you could for her and it must have been very tough. 

I don't want to go out or see anyone either, so don't worry about that! And I too am being sent slightly mad by my pets, especially the very intense dog. 

Another cup of tea can never be a bad thing. Happy New Year and look forward to seeing what happens next. X

lellybun

So pleased to see you back Buffy!
I was a long time lurker on your previous diary,  really sorry for your loss.

This is still a supportive place to be and we are all cheering you on!

Hoping 2026 is a good year for you, and things get easier for you going forward.

Lelly x

Buffythedebtslayer

Magpie100 said:

Welcome back, Buffy! It's great to see you back posting, but I'm very sorry about your Mum. I know you did everything you could for her and it must have been very tough. 

I don't want to go out or see anyone either, so don't worry about that! And I too am being sent slightly mad by my pets, especially the very intense dog. 

Another cup of tea can never be a bad thing. Happy New Year and look forward to seeing what happens next. X

My old boy is driving me bananas, I swear if one thing is out of place or my other dog (puppy) is sitting slightly in the wrong place! It takes me so long to work out what is wrong! A nightly challenge!  

Buffythedebtslayer

lellybun said:

So pleased to see you back Buffy!
I was a long time lurker on your previous diary,  really sorry for your loss.

This is still a supportive place to be and we are all cheering you on!

Hoping 2026 is a good year for you, and things get easier for you going forward.

Lelly x

Thank you X really can't get over the welcome from everyone! 

Buffythedebtslayer

I have opened a savings account for my MOT/ car insurance in 2027. Not entirely figured out 2026 but thought I should get ahead long term. I need another one for the rabbit insurance but will wait to sort that out. 
I have had a bit of a spendy day, I bought an exercise step for 11. 24 and  new scales for 15, I want to focus on fitness. I have become kinda shakey? on my feet? It is partly walking the dogs - for small dogs they are like tiny tanks! and the area I live in isn't well lit, plus when I broken a bone in my ankle 10 (!) years ago! it never healed properly and I have realised it is quite weak- gives way and so I am going to commit to doing some sort of exercise twice a week  to strengthen my ankle and try to walk the dogs more - as in take the puppy out alone for a more relaxed walk. 

I have paid my credit card bill - I have about 103 pounds left, January is going to be tight. Tonight I need to fill in another form about the last of the money which if it comes back quickly would be super helpful. The bills are paid but the MOT situation makes me nervous. 

Ok I need more tea! 

Magpie100

Exercise is always good - really important especially for women to do weight-bearing stuff as much as possible as we get older (!). Just another thing we have to contend with, but there we are. 

Start small though - dog walks, and some stretching would also be good. I have a weak ankle from tearing the ligaments years ago and bought one of these for stability when exercising (Andy Murray used to wear them, they are pricey but really work, and I think psychologically it helps, too): 

https://www.amazon.co.uk/AIRCAST-Instability-Stabilising-Protection-Prevention/dp/B071Y5MYFH/ref=sr_1_43?crid=6H7VORC2IGZV&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.M_nKgdx-lOf1RboD8tc7bMiSDBmBqQvEpznPylhwOBeR5WiawmTOEgucr9Bg9it1PVRNg94s7ZNnGCEUQ7y7lY1eEMrwbiQ1G9_4W45DpBOIC8J_GJeL01_zNtDGe6R3oX-t8P2vYwyKW-XVPAkk71nxwopcctbccfdUg-EMJ7DoJGUKbmhita2h4KaL3UqOh6SUatehXZRYvt-5A_6zEgB4L_H-rYouypCiSfpNy91o644sVBC9qf49r28sr_qinNXvbBSoS_hoRXryiFd22ta4WQi7Bk_X_SXfnEd4Taw.QMajfyivC2c0u8BcyL2QccyKIdOhPcJtl48ZceW_mwk&dib_tag=se&keywords=ankle+brace&qid=1767181221&sprefix=ankle+brace,aps,124&sr=8-43

liselle

Well you have been missed so much,Buffy! Terrific start to the New Year to have you back.

RebeccaPAgain

OMG Buffy you're back!  SO good to "see" you. So sorry for the loss of your mum, I can only imagine. Sending so much love your way,

Will drop you a PM lovely. x