Today started early, as some friends had originally been planning to get married next month, but were forced to change plans with all the facility closures and restrictions to gatherings. An alternate plan was formed for next month, but then they became worried that even more restrictions would be coming. Over the course of yesterday, plans were put in place to have a very small gathering at a venue and host the ceremony so they could get married. Reception and everything else to follow at a later, quieter date.
As with all last minute setups, there were the odd hiccups (ex. the staff working at the venue unaware it had been booked), but things went quite smoothly. Some of the group had a mini-reception at the bride’s parents house. Since I was working nightshift, I didn’t have a chance to go.
My fiancee was hoping to go back to work at the end of the month, but tonight at the party ended up getting the news that she was laid off until May. With EI for her, and my work, things will be fine.
With things closed down, I’m just looking to work as much as I can so our wedding is paid off fully. I’m hoping that by October things will have settled enough that our plans won’t have to change.
One upside of all the ‘free-time’ is the opportunity to review everything at home. This is the perfect time to review all accounts, supplies, and work that needs to be done.
You can review accounts to see where you are spending unnecessarily, and plan for what is coming up. This will also let you see if there is anything that is going on that might not be correct (overpayments, incorrect charges, etc.).
With the uncertainty of so many things, it is a good idea to have a solid grasp of how where your supplies sit. Food, toiletries and cleaning, pet, and medical all fall under this. There is no need to go out and hoard supplies, but it is smart to make sure you aren’t about to run out.
Any tasks around the home that need to be done can also be addressed while more time is being spent there. Small projects can also save money down the line if you create efficiencies. Just don’t burn anything down or flood yourself out, okay?
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