Went to the Midlands on Monday in order to attend my great aunt's funeral on Tuesday. Stayed with Mum. Had a luxurious dip in her bath - ours is currently uninstalled whilst bathroom being renovated.
Nice catch up with my Dad's family and some cousins.
Off out today to do VAT for a client. Picking up little car tomorrow.
Wednesday, 29 February 2012
Friday, 24 February 2012
Day off!
Took my car to the local garage for someone to test drive it, then went to Boundary Mill with a friend. Looking for a new handbag, and some storage canisters.
Bought birthday pressies for Mum & my 17 year old, handbag, canisters and work trousers.
Whilst we were eating lunch got a call to say that my Mini Clubman is sold! Never expected it to go so quickly. The lady is collecting it in the morning. At the same time we are getting a cheap little Seat Arosa which can be insured for me, the 17 year old and the 18 year old at much less than our other car. Not sure if I can get used to driving an old car, but it is in good condition so should be ok.
Bought birthday pressies for Mum & my 17 year old, handbag, canisters and work trousers.
Whilst we were eating lunch got a call to say that my Mini Clubman is sold! Never expected it to go so quickly. The lady is collecting it in the morning. At the same time we are getting a cheap little Seat Arosa which can be insured for me, the 17 year old and the 18 year old at much less than our other car. Not sure if I can get used to driving an old car, but it is in good condition so should be ok.
Thursday, 23 February 2012
Out to lunch
A little bit of work, then a trip to the village to bank some cheques. Off out to lunch with a client at 12.30. We sat in the window of the Spread Eagle looking across the Ribble Valley. The sun came out so really nice. Lunch was ok - salmon & prawn cocktail, followed by chicken & chorizo tagliatelle. A bit too salty for my taste.
Whilst I was there got a call to say someone wants to test drive my Mini in the morning. Didn't expect results so quickly. Unfortunately the car I was hoping to get instead may be sold. Hope it isn't as it would be perfect for the teens to drive.
Whilst I was there got a call to say someone wants to test drive my Mini in the morning. Didn't expect results so quickly. Unfortunately the car I was hoping to get instead may be sold. Hope it isn't as it would be perfect for the teens to drive.
Tuesday, 21 February 2012
Back to work
Slow start yesterday. Still feeling ill so took myself to the doctor. Just told that it will get better on its own. Take paracetamol.
On a CPD course in the afternoon. Pre- 5th April tax planning. Only managed to stay till the tea break as I was struggling to keep awake!
Today I am off to do some book-keeping and VAT on the other side of Preston. Probably will take most of the day. Think I will have some extra breakfast before I go as am feeling peckish.
On a CPD course in the afternoon. Pre- 5th April tax planning. Only managed to stay till the tea break as I was struggling to keep awake!
Today I am off to do some book-keeping and VAT on the other side of Preston. Probably will take most of the day. Think I will have some extra breakfast before I go as am feeling peckish.
Saturday, 18 February 2012
Feeling ill
Hardly any work done this week as I 've had some sort of flu bug. Too weary to think! Spent 3 days lounging on the sofa shivering and sneezing.
Miserable wet day here so think I will light the fire & settle down with my new Kindle (birthday treat!!).
Miserable wet day here so think I will light the fire & settle down with my new Kindle (birthday treat!!).
Tuesday, 14 February 2012
Sniffles have started...
Well the sniffles and fuzzy head have finally started. Thought it was too good to be true. This is the first cold I've had this winter. At least it's a nice quiet day - hubby & son have gone karting, so just me and daughter here.
I really need to do some work but I don't feel like it. There is a monthly payroll to do today.And I would really like to finish a set of accounts that I started last week.
I really need to do some work but I don't feel like it. There is a monthly payroll to do today.And I would really like to finish a set of accounts that I started last week.
Monday, 13 February 2012
Weekend
Had a nice relaxing weekend doing a bit of DIY, a bit of baking and a bit of housework. Swam 30 lengths of Westholme pool on Sunday, which is very good going for me!
On the minus side too much food and wine. Oh Dear!
It's half term this week so the kids are home, but I haven't seen much of them yet. They did offer to do some work for me, but so far nothing has happened.
I seem to have acquired a sore throat and stuffed up nose, so hope I will be able to fight it off rather than succumbing. There has been a nasty bug going round amongst my friends.
On the minus side too much food and wine. Oh Dear!
It's half term this week so the kids are home, but I haven't seen much of them yet. They did offer to do some work for me, but so far nothing has happened.
I seem to have acquired a sore throat and stuffed up nose, so hope I will be able to fight it off rather than succumbing. There has been a nasty bug going round amongst my friends.
Friday, 10 February 2012
A Day Off
I like to take Fridays off if at all possible, and at this time of year that isn't usually a problem. There are several things I like to do when not working.
One of them is selling second-hand books. I don't make a lot of money from this, but I enjoy picking them up at various sales, and from friends wanting a clear out. I often find something I want to read before I sell it. Most sales are via Green Metropolis or Amazon.
One of my other passions is reading. I particularly like biographies, and also am a great fan of Terry Pratchett and Douglas Adams. What am I currently reading, you ask?
I spend a lot of time browsing magazines looking for suitable places to send my work to. So far today I have written the draft of a review of Broken Music, Sting's autobiography, and sent a couple of readers tips in to magazines.
As I get a bit older I would like to wind down on the Accountancy front, and concentrate more on these other things, but whether anything will come of it, only time will tell.
One of them is selling second-hand books. I don't make a lot of money from this, but I enjoy picking them up at various sales, and from friends wanting a clear out. I often find something I want to read before I sell it. Most sales are via Green Metropolis or Amazon.
One of my other passions is reading. I particularly like biographies, and also am a great fan of Terry Pratchett and Douglas Adams. What am I currently reading, you ask?
- Margrave of the Marshes by John Peel - I am finding this quite hard going, but will finish it eventually
- The Almond Blossom Appreciation Society (sequel to Driving over Lemons) by Chris Stewart
- The Last Continent by Terry Pratchett
I spend a lot of time browsing magazines looking for suitable places to send my work to. So far today I have written the draft of a review of Broken Music, Sting's autobiography, and sent a couple of readers tips in to magazines.
As I get a bit older I would like to wind down on the Accountancy front, and concentrate more on these other things, but whether anything will come of it, only time will tell.
Thursday, 9 February 2012
Chilling Out
Not worked too hard this week, although I have completed one of the sets of limited company accounts needing to be filed. the other set is almost done. Just waiting for my lovely friend Anne to give me a list of outstanding debtors.
Anne used to help me out when I was busy, but she has recently taken a new full time job, so I'm having to manage without her. It will be difficult later in the year. I did manage to get 3 hours work out of my 18 year old daughter last week (ticking a bank). She and her brother have both promised to do some work next week during half term, as they don't have any money. We shall see if that materialises or not!
Today I'm planning on carrying on with the job started by daughter as they need the figures for the bank. Then I'm off to The Millstone for lunch with 2 friends. Might take the day off tomorrow if the weather is fine.
Anyway, time for a coffee before I start.
Anne used to help me out when I was busy, but she has recently taken a new full time job, so I'm having to manage without her. It will be difficult later in the year. I did manage to get 3 hours work out of my 18 year old daughter last week (ticking a bank). She and her brother have both promised to do some work next week during half term, as they don't have any money. We shall see if that materialises or not!
Today I'm planning on carrying on with the job started by daughter as they need the figures for the bank. Then I'm off to The Millstone for lunch with 2 friends. Might take the day off tomorrow if the weather is fine.
Anyway, time for a coffee before I start.
Thursday, 2 February 2012
Made It!
Yay! Got all my returns done. Last one was filed yesterday, which was ok as there was an extension to 2nd February due to industrial action by Revenue staff.
So far this week I have been to get my hair cut, been on a shopping expedition with my 18 year old daughter (boots and coat - expensive) and done a load of baking. Not planning on doing much tomorrow. I need to sort out my stock of books for sale into a better order. And I need to make an attempt on the next part of the writing course which I have been doing for almost 3 years! And I need to clean the bathroom!
On the work front I have 2 sets of Company accounts to be filed by the end of this month, and a couple of VAT returns to do. Also promised some accounts to a client who is trying to renew their overdraft (RBS in case you wondered) as the bank is being difficult. Next week I have 2 new clients to see, and a lunch out with friends.
It sounds more exhausting than actually working!
So far this week I have been to get my hair cut, been on a shopping expedition with my 18 year old daughter (boots and coat - expensive) and done a load of baking. Not planning on doing much tomorrow. I need to sort out my stock of books for sale into a better order. And I need to make an attempt on the next part of the writing course which I have been doing for almost 3 years! And I need to clean the bathroom!
On the work front I have 2 sets of Company accounts to be filed by the end of this month, and a couple of VAT returns to do. Also promised some accounts to a client who is trying to renew their overdraft (RBS in case you wondered) as the bank is being difficult. Next week I have 2 new clients to see, and a lunch out with friends.
It sounds more exhausting than actually working!
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