D3: August 23, 2020

Looking Back:

  • Look at two new houses: Done. Both houses were more than we would want to spend for the state of the houses, but I was really pleasantly surprised by one that I insisted we look at because the pictures didn’t match the square footage. If it had been 30-40K cheaper, we would’ve put in an offer.
  • Sign our refinance: Done! We are now in the 3 day right of recision period, and we should have the money on Friday. Also I learned that loan signing notaries make somewhere between $75 and $200 per appointment. Interesting side hustle potential…
  • Head to KS to work on our rental house: Big nope. My anxiety reared it’s head, and after crying while packing my suitcase, I took a much needed nap. Mr. Value Engineer and I ended up on a much needed Korean BBQ date night, with a table outside! Their COVID practices seemed on point.

Looking forward:

  • Finish my “Songs that Make Me Feel Like Myself” playlist: after a podcast by The Lazy Genius, about the importance of playlists. I made one for Bryce’s birthday trip into the mountains and it was lovely! I use Amazon Prime Music, because we already pay for Prime.
  • Set out for KS: Take 2. I really need to see where we are on our current progress with the house to know when our occupancy date will be approved.
  • Record a piece for my church’s virtual choir: singing always makes me feel more centered in my body and soul.