Hey Karen:

Thanks for the tips! I decided to scrap stripping today. Didn't want to wreck my Perfect Day. And boy - it is getting more Perfect by the minute!

THe sun is starting to come out and the temp is rising. THe vaccuming and dishes are done. Still a bit of tidying up to do before Josh arrives with the wine. We'll be firing up the grill tonight!

Been handling a lot of registrations and questions from staff at work. It is shaping up to be a very full year and that means more profit - maybe it will be a PERFECT YEAR. Ok, what is wrong with this picture? I won't have to go to work, will spend a month in the South Pacific and a month in Florida and will have a higher income than in the past? Yep - PERFECT YEAR!

Oh, I'll still be working. It doesn't run itself but I can do it on my own time. I'm branching out in other areas too and developing my artistic skills. I'm getting more and more requests for my miniature work and handmade jewellery. Those are hobbies but I can't resist selling a piece or 2 to someone who really appreciates my work.

Well, best go finish tidying up so I can relax and enjoy fine wine and dining and the company of a really good man!

I love my life! And it's a PERFECT DAY!

Barb