Thoughts as they occur to me as I travel down this thing called life.

So true. Christmas is expensive. But like you said all the money and things we buy won't last. God and His promises will however. I love your use of the permanent vs impermanent ideas. Thanks for the food for thought!

Anyea is right. Time for some hunting and planning. Most of us can find someone else who is worse off than we are, even in our worst days. My brother has to get his fluids drained at the hospital every 6 or 8 weeks. Of course, he did that to himself...with drinking. Sad, though.

Yay you, indeed. Way to go on the weight loss. Our pastor said on Sunday that what you resist is what you become.

This just means you have 12 to 18 months to find a new job. THAT'S a WHOLE lot of time! Start now, do NOT delay.

I messed up as a student, took a "temp" job, expecting it to last through graduation in 2 years. YIKES. Job ended. Three months no work - no money - no food except from a good hearted friend.

Do not let that happen to you. Plan plan plan. Get ahead of the problem and don't let the problem own you. Good luck - best of luck.