Been a while...

It's been a while I know.

I have a new position with my employer, something that is a product of a lot of hard work, increased focus and renewed energy found within myself.

For a long time, I was very unhappy with myself. That unhappiness created many waves and ripples.

Self confidence, self esteem and power of thought are very important and vital elements of a person's pyche. I am convinced I secured this position through the application of those three items. Having 23 years of experience and significant tenure in my position at work is a good thing, but also one of those, why 23 years? Where has the growth occurred? It has occurred and the recent promotion is the result.

There were others that were stronger technically than I and others that were more well versed than I, however I brought a package to the interview team.....talk about an experience. 7 interviews in three days!

Anywhooo, I was offered the position, got a nice salary bump and another rise in my step.

The new position will not change our outlook on Frugality.

For example, our power bill only went up $10 from July to August's usage. Although the A/C probably ran longer than the prior month, we maintained the thermostat at 77 degrees. Made sure all fans and lights were off, if no one was in the room and unplugged any chargers that were capable of vampire charges.

More to come as we are starting to dry some of our clothes on a clothesline, cutting out one dryer cycle for every two laundry loads!

Good times.