The old song mentioned in the title comes to mind when I think of all aspects of my life. Recently, I've been hit with disappointment after disaster and things aren't getting any better, but in the end I have to keep going. Not too long ago I got a flat tire during a 30 mile ride, but thankfully I was near my house so my mom was able to come pick me up. I don't mention that because it's just another thing that's gone wrong in my life, but I mention it because it's an example of exactly how my life has been. Great picture of the good, the bad, and the family.
So I got the nail in the worst possible spot on my tire, literally right next to my previous puncture. As you might be able to see from the picture, it's far to close to try and patch this again, but I tried anyway.
After failing, I had to buy another inner tube and replace that. I could have just said screw the whole thing (yes that was a horribly bad joke reference nails and the like) but I did what I could do to fix the problem. Bike and Build isn't coming along poorly, just the training every now and then, but overall still one of the brighter points of my life. I received my new bike and here are some pictures of the thing post and pre assembly.
Not sure if you remember my post from a few months back, stating that I was currently in the worst financial situation of my entire life, but that there was hope things would get better. I believe that was back in early February or late March, right after I spend 2 grand on various things, most of which were necessary. My thought process was that March would be a better month financially because I wouldn't have any required expenses. Plus I should get a tax break. Well March rolled around, and instead of getting a tax break I ended up owing the government 1100 dollars. So again, had a horrible financial month after adding on the other expenses I had (also ended in about 2 grand for the bill). Again I find myself saying next month will be a good month, but I can't help but think the same thing will happen. Some sort of nail will deflate my bank account.
No buying a new bank account to fix this problem, but I can keep rolling down the path that has been set before me. I can't always control what happens, but I can control how I respond (credit to whoever said that first). I still have my family and I still have a tiny fragment of my sanity (Just kidding, I'm totally out my mind). So cheers to the obstacles in life. Thanks for keeping things interesting.
So on a brighter note, thanks to everyone who has donated thus far. I'm at 2,800 something and the goal is 4500. Almost there! If you're interested in helping out a great cause and helping families in need of affordable housing, click here to donate! The donation is tax deductible so you don't get hit with an 1100 dollar tax bill like me, hopefully. Welp that's all for now, so thanks for listening with your eyes. Have a blessed rest of your day.
