Getting to know you........

SamoisGirl

Hello. I'm Sam and i've just joined.:j Found this site while googling a problem with my MSN. Been looking around the site and there's so much information here that I never knew existed. What have I been doing all this time?.

amyp78

Thanks Jackie and "Hi!" Sam

beeza

Joined MSE to ask about something else but found myself drawn to reading OS, a lot.

Read the last 10 pages of this thread. consider myself lucky to some of the stories I've read. Reading them helps me make the most of what I've got rather than dwelling.

There's me, the wife and a 2yo, I work, the missus is a SAHM. We're doing ok, no debt and renting a house after selling our flat that was too small for us. We're pretty good with money but always on the lookout for tips and advice. Probably cooking (slow cooker, preserving, maximising our magimix), organising and some home grown produce (couldn't do that in a flat) to start with.

Although I have a small confession, I originally joined to ask about a New York trip which is not very OS, is it?

Just a little intimidated by some of the threads at the moment. You find a thread topic you're interestd in only to see there's 1500 posts to read! I don't know where to start.:rotfl:

Happy savings folks

princesscupcake_2

Hello all

I'm princesscupcake and I'm a spendaholic! (and cupcake making addict!)

I lurked around the site for ages and have been picking up loads of OS tips. I've decided to bite the bullet and join up as it seems that everyone gives fantastic advice and support and the OS thread especially seems to suit my way of doing things

I've just posted on the DFW thread how I'm planning to get my debt down and reckon that lots of Old Style is going to help me do it!

I'm married with no children and DH and I are in the process of buying a new house and selling our flat so money saving is even more important now!

Nice to meet you all and I think I may go and get myself involved in some flyladying cos my goodness do I need some help there!

princesscupcake

Long_tall_sally

Hello everyone & welcome! You won't regret joining this forum, it's full of useful tips & supprtive people & don't be intimidated by the size of some of the threads. Most of the people are lovely & if you are unlucky enough to come across one who isn't, well just ignore them or better still report them!

Look forward to reading your posts!

Long tall sally

adelight

Welcome all Even if you don't need to watch the pennies right now it's well worth getting OS for every other reason!

I didn't really introduce myself here, just suddenly appeared harping on about lidl! I'm a 20 year old maths student originally from Birmingham, and whilst I'd love to keep chickens or an allotment, it's not really feasible in my rented london flat So for now I'm attempting to grow spinach indoors! I cook everything from scratch, budget like i've never budgeted before and have developed an allergy to paying full price for anything, ahh the things you can learn from this board

Sammy_Dee

Just thought I'd add my piece.

Major MSE forum lurker, regularly read all the posts, but rarely log in and comment!

I'm 27, married, work fulltime as a police officer, live with hubby in our own home in Oxfordshire - Own a 2nd property in Leicestershire which we rent out.
My 17 yr old sister lives with us.
Got 13 cats, 2 dogs, 5 degus, 1 rabbit and fish .... Sounds a lot when you type it ...

80% of my horrendous debt has come from my ex. Long story, Yes, I am still bitter!!

LOVE MSE!

skintsusie

Sammy_Dee wrote: »

Got 13 cats, 2 dogs, 5 degus, 1 rabbit and fish .... Sounds a lot when you type it ...

Wow 13 cats!!! :eek: I have 2 and I feel overwelmed by the amount of fur they leave around not to mention the other "stuff" they leave in litter trays!!

Sammy_Dee

Miele Cat & Dog :j

Best vacuum EVER! He he ... It's my sister's daily chore - Hoover morning and night!

Cat litter is another thing ... Daily poop scoops, every 3 day full change. 4 litter trays - God bless Tesco value litter!!!

Darth_Saver

Hello all. I've lurked a bit (don't be scared though, not in a creepy way) - but this is my first post. What a proud moment!

I understand that the Old Style board is where all the coolest kids hang out? My wife's on here all the time, picking up tips and sharing her ideas. So I've decided to try treading the fine line that sits between sharing in her interests and cramping her style. I suppose time will tell whether or not that's a good idea. But, for now, I plan to be mysteriously distant with my personal details - that way I can see if she guesses I'm on here before I confess!