Good news for a change!

[jane taylor]

I have a new job!!! I start December 1, 2006, as the Development Director for a non-profit organization. It will be a huge responsibility, but I am up to the challenge. After this year I think I can handle just about anything. It is more money, but of course I'll never be rich (not that I care to be!)

One of my concerns is that I will have to purchase a few new clothes for the job and of course, being in a Chapter 13, am on a very strict budget. Needless to say I am being extremely careful and prudent in my selections, trying to stretch everything. (Speaking of stretching, hopefully I can lose these last 15 lbs. so some of my other clothes won't have to stretch so much--LOL)

Thanks to all of you who have encouraged me to keep my chin up and keep the faith. I am very thankful for this opportunity.

jane

[AMISLANDER]

Congratulations!

TJ Maxx and Marshalls are good places to shop for work clothes as well as the sale racks at the major department stores...I got a great pair of khaki calvin Klein slacks for 9.99 marked down from 89.....when I was last out checking the sales racks....Good luck! and think tuna fish and raisens! It's working for me....

[HHM]

Congrats, good luck with the new job.

[InLimbo]

Congrats Jane! So happy to hear that things are getting better and going your way I haven't been shopping for myself in so long that I'm not sure if I know my way to the mall anymore Here's hoping you find some good sales that are within your budget and good luck at your new job!

[lrprn]

Congratulations, Jane!! Having job hunted in my 50s, the market is tight for us baby boomers. So glad you found a great position - they are very lucky to get you! Keep us posted on how your new job goes, ok? WTG!!!!

[debtisbad]

Jane,

Congrats on the new job. A great place to shop is Steinmart. They are off price but have great looks. You can get nice pieces for 20-30 dollars.

[Bobby'sGirl]

Congrats!

Raising my steamin' mug in a toast!

[CATCHMEIFYOUCAN]

Lots of OUTLET malls have great deals too ! Congradulations ! ! !

Catchmeifyoucan

[miss puff]

wonderful news Jane. Hopefully with the better pay you won't have to be so tight during your 13 and you can have a little extra money here and there.

[jane taylor]

Thank you all for your kind words and good wishes. They mean so much to me. Hopefully we will be a little more comfortable during the Chapter 13, but the main thing for us will be to be wise stewards of our resources. I did order a couple of pieces of clothing which will stretch my existing wardrobe. I think I can make do nicely with what I have. All I need now is a purse. Unlike a lot of women I know, I hate to buy purses!

My husband and I had dinner with my new boss last night at THE fanciest, most exclusive private club in the state. Although I have been there before I still feel a bit out of place. We had a lovely time and I did remember which utensils to use They are a very powerful family, but also down to earth and kind.

[Minnymouth]

CONGRATS...................
Good things come to those that "wait".......
Sounds like things are "looking up at your house"....
Now when you get out of Chapter 13 maybe your life will be a lot better and much blessed.

Minny