George/Pena Family Blog - Updates! Finally!
I've been rocking busy since the start of school. The first month of school is always a madhouse of activity. So much to get done in the classroom, plus the extra stuff I already do. This year, I am chairperson of the United Way Campaign at my school. I am also popcorn chairperson for Nick's Cub Scout Pack. (Anyone want to buy some popcorn?) Add to that the Coastal Cleanup and the other service work we do, and WHEW!
The injury to my arm has finally healed enough that I don't have constant pain. That in itself is a blessing. I can now return to doing many of the things that I enjoyed before getting my blood drawn that fateful day.
Tracie and Ed are both looking for jobs. Ed's search took a short break when Nicholas got sick and was out of school for a week. It wasn't H1N1, but he was still ill enought to be home.
Edward has been applying and going on interviews around town. Hopefully something will come of it soon.
I have been accepted for a second job. I'll be an afterschool tutor for a private company. As lead teacher, I'll be responsible for paperwork and turning in time cards, but the pay is good, and I'll just have to get over how tired I already feel when I get off work. The extra money will go towards Christmas and keeping our heads afloat while Ed looks for a job.
I don't know what the tax ramifications will be since I am considered an independent contrator, and they don't take out taxes. I want to make sure that I set enough aside to pay for that. I am also looking at getting a SECOND second job, so I can tutor 4 days a week instead of 2. Anything for the cause, right?
p.s. look for an exciting announcement on FRIDAY! Set your calendars and turn your clocks. This is IMPORTANT!
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