Testing Jigs, Dreading Taxes, and Finding Confidence

September 10 2025 – Wednesday - 7:20am
Entry #22

Yesterday was good. I spent my morning testing V2 of my jig, it went pretty good, but needed some changes. I documented all my ideas before leaving for Zoe's test.

During the test, I decided to get some work done. Important work I was avoiding... taxes. My construction business’s year-end is September 30. Meaning I have until March to file, or I get charged late fees. So far, last year was my first and only year (of 5 years now) that I had my bookkeeping done before my year-end. Other years, I was filing on the literal last day or being charged late fees. I don't want that this year. I'm worried if I can even afford to pay my taxes. It's a bit worrying. If I file and I owe a lot, that may mean I have no choice but to get a job. It could take everything I have that's being used as my "creative journey fund". Am I scared? Slightly, but I'm more confident than scared. Confident in my success, even if that means I need to get a job. If there's anyone/thing to go all in on, it's myself and my happiness.

Yesterday, Zoe and I watched part two of Wednesday season two. Wow, what a well-made show, very impressive. I also made a bunch of changes to the jig before bed so the updated V3 version could print overnight. My plan is to test it today.

I also want to work on my live-edge project today. I'd like to have the legs 80-grit sanded at least. I also finished the book "Steal Like an Artist" (Affiliate) today. It was a decent read, not the most "rewarding" book, but a good read in general.