Before I get to my first step in recovery (not drug and alcohol) but life in general, I want to talk about Harlan. The first few days back at home were awesome! Harlan was sleeping, not talking to himself, engaging in regular activities, and he even started school online. We'd met with the tutor a couple of times and scheduled a meeting for this Friday to get Harlan in track. Yesterday I got my tax returns and treated Harlan to money for his Magic the Gathering collection and took him to hang out with his buddies. Chris and I went to Walmart and bough flat screen T.V.'s for the living room and Harlan's room. When we picked up Harlan he was different. He was absent-minded and non-responsive. He started to talk to himself on the ride home and when we got home he was hyper and paranoid. He ended up not sleeping all night and we took a trip to the counselor and prescriber today. They increased his anti-psychotic meds and added a sleeping pill. He's been in his room most of the day. I'm afraid he spent the last couple of days really trying not to display signs of his psychosis. I hope it gets better and not worse. This is how he was when he first got sick. I am hopeful, but worried.
On another note...
Yesterday, I ordered my makeup kit! Today, I ordered my eyeshadow containers. In 3-5 days, everything will be delivered and I will start reading my book on how to make the makeup and combine that with all my research and start making samples. Chris is working on my logo. I have lots of marketing ideas to implement. My first strategy is to have a simple party with friends and friends of friends. I need to sell 100 eye shadows in 30 days. If I can do that, I can reinvest my money and start making blushes. I want to take my time perfecting concealer and foundation. I am determined to provide great coverage without all the chemicals and thick layers. All of my makeup is going to be talc-free and vegan friendly. I plan on selling the eye shadows for $6.00 each. Unless marketing costs skyrocket. This is why I hope to rely on friends and maybe Facebook for my first sales goals.
I found my containers on amazon. 100 containers for eye-shadow for only $36. I got my "Absolutely Everything Kit" for $155 on www.tkbtrading.com. I have a pretty simple business plan for now. I still have to add a lot to it. For now, I need to make some money, get a business license, and liability insurance. Then, I will start with independently-owned local retailers. Maybe one day have someone manufacture my products and approach a distributor for major retail. That is far away. I am thinking big though! Eventually, I will have my logo and my first samples to post for everyone.
For now, I need to focus on home and Harlan. Getting back to the basics for the next week. I do have every intention of getting my hair cut, my eyebrows waxed, and my nails done tomorrow. March 1st, I start my 30 day no sugar cleanse. No added sugar, refined sugar, and so on. Also, walking. 30 minute minimum. My days are so busy. They are filled with appointments, stress, anxiety, and hope. Hope for a better tomorrow or just the next twenty minutes.
Love,
Jenny
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