November 8, 2005  3:15am

Up a little later tonight and my handwriting is obviously having some issues!  Got my car back today – FINALLY!  They wanted to keep it overnight and let one of their guys drive it home, but Trace pointed out that if he got into an accident, it would be on my insurance, plus I don’t want some guy putting miles on my car!  I went in and said that I would pay for one day of rental car and if they did that, I’d be happy – otherwise, not so much.  They replaced a bunch of switches and stuff and one of the brake shoes.

Did some work for MST and made $900USD for the day. Also got almost all of Cedarcrest site done. So, I guess it’s been a productive day.

Talked to Mom and Emily for a bit and watched You’ve Got Mail.  No idea what I dreamed last night.  Gotta get up early to go see Sarah, so gotta get in bed now before there’s no time to sleep.  I am feeling a sense of peace lately, even with all that’s on my mind.  Trying to take it easy and let myself enjoy and be happy about the small stuff.  Still feel anxious about the $ situation.  Have to get mom a ticket to come up when I get some cash.

Talked to Megan Lane Patrick from HOW via email and she gave me the name of the editor for the Behind the Design column.  So, I’m going to be in touch with her soon.  Would be SOOO cool to get in HOW for something else than a letter to the editor!  More later!

From appointment with Sarah:

Topics to consider for journal:

– Consider 2 options for future – one ideal (how would I like it to work out) and one realistic (what do I think is realistic to work through in five years and if that’s what I want – what kind of life I’d have)