history: I recently got the courage to approach a potential client and set a rate for work that is way higher than what I normally charge. I guess I was just feeling good and knew I do good work! I got the courage to contact a potential client the other day and set a rate for my work that's higher than I usually charge. Wow good for you! I hope that it works out for you!
current: Thanks! The work isn't terribly exciting but it felt good not having to negotiate knowing the client wanted me to do work for them.
next: Yeah and I bet the higher paycheck will make the work worth it. 