A Break in Posting...

I took a little break from blogging (not shopping though!).

It has given me much needed time to sort a few things out.

Hospital - I was continually messed around regarding the Synacthen test I need, they cancelled 4 times. So hopefully, now after seeing my GP, it is sorted for next week. Usually when you involve a Third party, things seem to miraculously become more solid. So here is hoping it isn't cancelled again.

Clothing and Accessories - We hired a Skip this week to have a massive clear out - Success!! I managed to dispose of 20 bags full of old clothing and bits and pieces that will never be used again, so that has cleared an enormous space (a whole room, in fact!) - we now have our dining room back. Result!
I have also been gradually going through my new clothing, trying things on and am selling a fair few things on eBay, which will help with my next goal.

Driving - A Major, major breakthrough! I successfully passed my Driving Theory Test yesterday (Yes, on the dreaded FRIDAY 13th!!). I feel like my Nan's and Aunt was with me in spirit and helped me pass the test. I am so pleased about this. I feel this is a major turning point in getting my life back on track (pardon the pun!). I finally feel like life is on the uppers. Things can only get better!
So, I aim to sell as much as I possibly can in order to raise money to buy a Car! (If anyone wishes to donate, I honestly do not mind :-D).

My next goal: To pass my practical driving lesson - to which I am well on my way to doing. Over the last 9 years, I must have had at least 30-40 lessons, which is helping me lots now and so is my wonderful driving instructor, Ray, he is a godsend. So friendly and patient with me (he would have to be, what with intermittent lessons over the last 9 years - but he is wonderfully understanding about this). He said I was driving beautifully and should be ready for my test shortly. I just need to master reversing around a corner and a little more practice on Parallel parking - easy! I absolutely love driving and cannot wait to do it with a proper full licence. I can already feel a new found freedom beginning.

One goal at a time, once I pass my practical driving test - then I will concentrate on getting a car, but it doesn't hurt to start saving for it now, only I won't start looking for one until after I have passed.

I am definitely willing to cut back on my shopping trips to be able to get a car, and yesterday I started to - I only bought a few things (to celebrate passing my Theory test!). I bought a few tops, couple of pairs of trousers, pair of shorts and some jewellery. I also bought my Mum a birthday present. I think I spent around £130 in total, but that was including fares, a phone top up and a cheeky Mcdonalds :-)