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My $30,000

Several of you asked what I would do with my $30,00 windfall.

First, I'd replace our back fence. It's one of those projects we said we'd do right away when we moved in 8 years ago - and it still needs to be done.

Then I'd book a cruise for the family. We'd really love to take the kids with us next time we cruise.

Then I'd book another cruise for just Asia and I. The Greek Isles.

I'd replace our decrepid old detached garage with a nice new one - with a loft studio up top.

I'd buy a new kitchen table. Something really nice.

And that's about it - I think that would eat most of it right up. If there was any left, I'd put it in savings. For a rainy day.

And I know, you're all dying to know who won.

I chose this one not-so-randomly.

The winner is Chrissy, because she lives in Costa Rica and doesn't exactly have a scrapbook store on every corner. And because I just adore her and I want to send her some fun goodies. And because it's my blog and I get to pick.

And did anyone notice that there were 18 comments? I think that's an all time high. And 'getting to know you Wednesday' continues to bring people out of the woodwork, which makes me happy and totally fulfills the purpose of the posts! Yay! (Hi, Nancy, who's never commented before!)

Okay - time to get on with my day.
Happy Thursday, friends.

Comments

  1. Susie1:43 PM

    Do you think with the next $30,000 we can get some tickets to go visit Chrissy in Costa Rica??

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  2. Kelly2:17 PM

    Friend, I was thinking of you today, because I ate at a JackInTheBox drive-thru. I toasted you with my Very Large diet coke. I hope you are having a wonderful day.

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  3. Chrissy King9:39 PM

    I think tickets to visit me would be wooooonderful!!

    But I think a box of goodies from Cathy is pretty sweet too.

    Thank you my friend!! Can't wait! :o)

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