swings and swings

So today I saved myself £50. Tho lost a few thousand in the process. Swings and swings. The good news is that I acted ethically, which is important to me, as you'll know.

This is why we need windscreen wipers!

I was asked for another valuation on the house, and like last time, I decided I wasn't going to pretend that I wanted to sell my house, just so I could get the accompanying free valuation. So I asked around and the cheapest was £50 (plus VAT), for it to be in writing. I had an idea and it came to pass - I figured if the person who wanted the valuation was present, it wouldn't need to be in writing as verbal would suffice. Everyone was happy with this plan and so she came today and was surprised when I gave her some nicely wrapped flowers as a thankyou for coming out even tho she knew there was no profit in it for her. Her estimate is ten thousand more than the first one so that's more money to find, but I guess we're another step forwards.
I was determined to still go and see my friend despite being carless. The cancelling of the second train yielded a silver lining in the form of a 20 min wait that I utilised by dashing to LUSH for the secret santa gift. See, more swings. I was much cheered by seeing my friend and so pleased with myself for making the effort. And she makes a lovely dahl :)
I have bus times sorted for tomorrow, and a lift for the day after. Will ring the garage again in the morning to see if the part has been ordered cos I kinda need the car by Friday :s But am trying to stay positive. I began reading a book of Joe's on the train and will not be sunk as often happens when I'm on my own - I'm going to take the book to bed and giggle at Little Wolf. It'll be reet.