Laura Corin Posted August 2, 2014 Share Posted August 2, 2014 Well, it's taken over three years since Husband was laid off, but we are back to break even. I got a raise at work and also took on more hours; husband is making a name for himself as a consultant; we have re-organised how we run our rental property; we cut our outgoings; and we have one fewer child in private school. In a very uncharacteristic move (normally we would wait a few years before doing this) we are celebrating with a family holiday. Calvin is about to go off to university and we really want that time together. So: palace of Knossos here we come! Crete is a cheap destination from the UK, because it caters for lager louts in some of its resorts. But go up into the hills and it's a different place. Or so I'm told - I've never been to Greece. We'll be going on the 22nd. Many thanks for all tips and commiserations over the last three years. L Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I talk to the trees Posted August 2, 2014 Share Posted August 2, 2014 :thumbup: Have a wonderful time! And I might just be having the tiniest bit of vacation envy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bettyandbob Posted August 2, 2014 Share Posted August 2, 2014 AWESOME!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caroline Posted August 2, 2014 Share Posted August 2, 2014 My sister went to Crete when she was living in the UK. They loved it. Have a great time. (Funny thing from when I was in Greece--a Greek salad is just a salad. Oh, and I saw naked bike riders.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brehon Posted August 2, 2014 Share Posted August 2, 2014 Oh, how wonderful!! Congratulations on all your hard work!! Enjoy your vacation! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cindy in FL. Posted August 2, 2014 Share Posted August 2, 2014 Good for you! I hope you make some fabulous memories together! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FaithManor Posted August 2, 2014 Share Posted August 2, 2014 We demand pictures when you return! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luckymama Posted August 2, 2014 Share Posted August 2, 2014 What wonderful news! Enjoy the holiday :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harriet Vane Posted August 2, 2014 Share Posted August 2, 2014 Delighted to know things are going well. Enjoy Greece! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlessedMom Posted August 2, 2014 Share Posted August 2, 2014 Congratulations!! Have a lovely time on trip!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Another Jen Posted August 2, 2014 Share Posted August 2, 2014 I hope it doesn't take us 3 years. It gives me hope to see you on the other side. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maize Posted August 2, 2014 Share Posted August 2, 2014 Enjoy your vacation! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrookValley. Posted August 2, 2014 Share Posted August 2, 2014 My sister went to Crete when she was living in the UK. They loved it. Have a great time. (Funny thing from when I was in Greece--a Greek salad is just a salad. Oh, and I saw naked bike riders.) That sounds a bit...uncomfortable. :blink: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrookValley. Posted August 2, 2014 Share Posted August 2, 2014 Laura, that is awesome--enjoy your trip! :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twigs Posted August 2, 2014 Share Posted August 2, 2014 :hurray: :hurray: :hurray: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milovany Posted August 2, 2014 Share Posted August 2, 2014 Very nice!! So glad for you, Laura. Have a lovely time in Greece. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joyofsixreboot Posted August 2, 2014 Share Posted August 2, 2014 Yeah! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Posted August 2, 2014 Share Posted August 2, 2014 You can't go wrong in Greece, nice people, good food, beautiful, and all those interesting *old rocks*! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TammyinTN Posted August 2, 2014 Share Posted August 2, 2014 So very cool! :party: Congratulations!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather in Neverland Posted August 3, 2014 Share Posted August 3, 2014 I'm so happy for you! Enjoy that vacation...you deserve it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Laura Corin Posted August 3, 2014 Author Share Posted August 3, 2014 I hope it doesn't take us 3 years. It gives me hope to see you on the other side. Best wishes on the journey..... Husband found that, at his age, he just wasn't getting job offers. After a couple of years of diligent applications and rejections, he turned around, looked at his strengths and after some (effective but also lucky) networking, worked out a niche that makes sense for him to work freelance. L Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nd293 Posted August 3, 2014 Share Posted August 3, 2014 Well done on getting back on your feet and have a fabulous time in Greece. Dd13 has asked that we make that our next holiday. We went when she was 3 yrs, staying in Athens and The Peloponnese. Matt Barrett's greektravel.com website gave us lots of fabulous ideas for things to do and see. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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