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Thank you!!

Hi,

Sorry if this thread isnt meant to be in this part but because im mostly in this bit all day i thought i would post here.

I would just like to say a big thank you to everyone. As ive saved so much money over this time i have been here, i havent been splashing out on no good things and wasting money like i normally do, ive actually sat and thought do i really need this item!?

And ive gone into saving maniac zone lol! Saving all my spare money and putting my bday money into my pot. I have allot of fun joining in all your challenges and its nice that we can all save together.

Just wanted to give a big thank you to everyone.

xxx
Jan 09 wins: Vodkat cocktail shaker - St helier tops - Cadburys chocolate pack x 3 Feb 09 wins: 0 yet
Married to Tomwakefield Via cyber marriage Feb 09
:smileyhea

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  • Deep_In_Debt
    Deep_In_Debt Posts: 8,579 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 1,000 Posts Photogenic Mortgage-free Glee!
    Hi
    Great post!
    Well done for being a true MSE'er!

    It's what we're all here for, to help each other and glad we've helped you!

    I know what you mean about the saving maniac zone...starts to get obsessive!

    Good luck and keep up the good work.
    Debt 30k in 2008.:eek::o Cleared all my debt in 2013 and loving being debt free :)
    Mortgage free since 2014 :)
  • doodledo_2
    doodledo_2 Posts: 4,676 Forumite
    Awww what a nice post :D

    MSEing is definately addictive isn't it.
    Proud to be dealing with my debts - DFW No: 712

    03/09/09 - DEBT FREE AT LAST :D
    Racing Hypno to Save - £10/£5000
  • Hi
    Yes MSEing is definately adictive! I have been a lurker for about a year and finally registered a couple of weeks ago. I have also finally got OH to join in and amazingly he has AT LAST had his LBM!
  • miss_essex01
    miss_essex01 Posts: 1,606 Forumite
    Yes definatly! lol Best website in the world i think!

    Every morning first thing i check is this and facebook lol.
    And i live in debt-free wannabe room - even though im not in debt has loads of interesting money saving challenges!


    xx
    Jan 09 wins: Vodkat cocktail shaker - St helier tops - Cadburys chocolate pack x 3 Feb 09 wins: 0 yet
    Married to Tomwakefield Via cyber marriage Feb 09
    :smileyhea
  • Unforunately i wish i could say the same, have plenty of debt but now we are BOTH determined to become debt free it feels like its at last possible. Still cant actually believe OH has finally got it. The power of Martin! lol!
  • Numpty_Monkey
    Numpty_Monkey Posts: 14,196 Forumite
    10,000 Posts Combo Breaker
    The think with been debtfree and doing the challanges and savings
    You learn not to be in debt
    So you still are a debtfree wannabee:T:rotfl::A
    PROUD TO BE DEALING WITH MY DEBT NERD #869
    Numpty,Not sure why but I'm crying :o . Of all the peeps on this board you're the kindest & most supportive of all & I'm :mad: & :( for you all at the same time . Wish I was there to give you a big :grouphug: & emergency hobnobs
    xx
    DFD 5/1/16
  • miss_essex01
    miss_essex01 Posts: 1,606 Forumite
    The think with been debtfree and doing the challanges and savings
    You learn not to be in debt
    So you still are a debtfree wannabee:T:rotfl::A

    Good Point!! also this forum has taught me to stay away from getting credit :T
    Jan 09 wins: Vodkat cocktail shaker - St helier tops - Cadburys chocolate pack x 3 Feb 09 wins: 0 yet
    Married to Tomwakefield Via cyber marriage Feb 09
    :smileyhea
  • JES_F1
    JES_F1 Posts: 764 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 500 Posts Photogenic Debt-free and Proud!
    Hello :hello:

    Great post! It is addictive, isn't it, this MSEing?!

    I have had a few blips where I've spent money simply "because" but it's been on relatively minor stuff like M&S chocolate biscuits on special offer. (Always feel so guilty afterwards.) I have otherwise surprised myself that I can buy what I need rather than what I want! Compared to the me of a year ago, this is somewhat miraculous!

    I love the challenges, finding the great deals like 2-for-1 meals out, and everyone's great advice and support.
    Debt Jan 2008: £45,566. *** June 2013: DEBT FREE! ***
    Paid back just under £50,000 due to some interest added.

    Dealt with my debt through a Step Change
    (CCCS) DMP.
    DMP Mutual Support Thread Member #240.
  • HannaB
    HannaB Posts: 345 Forumite
    Well done for getting into the right mindset, MissEssex. If only this website could bottle it and sell it...
    Please continue to hold the line. Your call is very important to us and will be answered by next available robot...
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