Yesterday, I got my income tax refund, which was deposited to checking account. This was the fastest that I have ever received my refund. Of course, I had to spend some of it on some treats for myself. I bought shoes, books, makeup,spring clothes-all in all I think I spent 250 of my refund.

It was one year ago today, that someone broke into my house and stole my computer. It was such a shock. that I was unable to go to work that night. My brother, Nate came by and helped me to secure the window by nailing heavy duty 2x4s over the window in my TV room. I am grateful that that was all that was done. I have heard of cases where the hoses were totally trashed. That is what happened to my Aunt Dora in St Louis. The police came right away and took a statement and informed me that I could make a claim to my insurance company. I was too upset to think of that. My insurance company paid me for the replacement for my computer and the repair for my windows. The whole situation made me get a burglar alarm system for my home.

Hi, today is my 65th birthday. I feel really blessed because longevity isn't in my family genes. So many of my aunts uncles, and cousins didn't make it this far. Of the ones who did, they have poor health or disabilities. I am truly grateful that I still have relatively good health, a home , a good paying job, and my family. Life is good.