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Sunday 14/12/08 What small dfw things have you done today???

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  • Pips_Mum
    Pips_Mum Posts: 2,893 Forumite
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    Ooooooh I live in Northampton too Yargo!!
    And yes I can confirm it is dark and cold here.

    I had another DFW idea today. I bought OH an xbox for his 30th birthday last week but couldnt believe how dear games are:eek: realised my cousin has one too so they sat down and have planned what they would like to play and each going to ask for different games for Chrimbo then swap! They also swapped a few games today and OH is now sat happy as Larry (but rather noisily!!) playing a "new" game.
    Debt at LBM [strike]£17,544[/strike] :eek: £5700
    :TOver £14,000 PAID OFF :T

    2020 the year of less - Less debt, less waste, less spending, less stuff, less stress!
  • Bagpuss741
    Bagpuss741 Posts: 2,291 Forumite
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    Today I have

    1. Checked online banking
    2. Set budget for next week
    3. Tidied bedroom
    4. Walked dog
    5. Organised post and smarts to send back to research international
    6. Made Cherry/Chocolate Torte for tea
    7. Played free scratchcard and won £1:j
    8. Entered purchases on consumer pulse
    9. Added change to sealed pot
    10. Signed up to pinecone research thanks to a link on the up your income board
    Tesco: £1361.19, Vanquis: £2644.73, Very: £563.08, Next: £1636.95, M&S: £1049.92. As of 5th February 2024. Slava Ukraini
  • Evening all

    Paul - I won't give up my bubble baths either! Just go for cheaper ones ;)

    Busy day today to only just getting on here (plus internet was down earlier :mad: )

    Here's todays efforts:

    * Washing at 30'c and airer and radiator drying
    * Finished off Dads Birthday hamper - am inordinately pleased with it!:D
    * Checked on-line banking


    Thats about it. How embarrassing !!!:o

    Miss P
    xx
    **Keep Calm and Carry On!**
  • Hi all,

    Today I have:

    -Had a LSD - essentials only in Asda
    -Kept the heating off all day
    -Lunch at Mum's
    -Storecupboard dinner
    -Prepared packed lunches for tomorrow

    See you all tomorrow x
  • andan
    andan Posts: 2,110 Forumite
    Extras for me today:
    -Sat in candle light rather than having electricity on, plus its really nice
    -Have got my friend booked in for another treatment
    -Learned mini treatment from other friend for new year
    -Continued using up old beauty products
    -Looked on O.U website for next course
    -Have looked into financial support for next course
    -Have applied for free course on self assessments
    -Checked business emails
    -Looked on ebay for a bike
    -Joined swap a skill
    -Sorted out a mystery shopping query
    -Submitted pay claims
    -Investigated play therapy courses, very expensive!!

    Hope everyone has had a good day. Sounds like people have enjoyed their sunday.

    Paul, sounds like your really getting the idea of dfw, which is great.

    Nic25, glad the toothache is subsiding.
    :j Live on £4500, £2531/£4500:T 101 in 1001 (52/101):j:beer::j


  • Candy0107
    Candy0107 Posts: 1,645 Forumite
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    Hello Everyone,

    Sorry I'm a bit late....been really busy

    Today I have.....
    • gone to Weight Watchers and discovered that although I have shovelled Mars bars down my neck and had far too much syrupy cough mixture that I have not gained weight
    • not bought a coffee while I was there (I owe my sealed pot £4.50 when I have some money)
    • hubby has re-imbursed me for phone bill and the gloves that I bought his mum yesterday - that's handy as I will not get paid this week :-(
    • went shopping with a list to buy the essentials for the week - mum paid :-)
    • checked quidco
    • moved excess funds to my savings account
    • made soup for work




    Think that is about it....I am back at work tomorrow, so I am going to have a shower and an early night.

    Take care everyone,
    Candy xxx
    Debts at the start of my journey - about £23,000 lightbulb moment 01.03.2007 (1st payment to CCCS)..Debt Free Date 25.06.2013 Deposit savings £17,000/£30,000
  • Hi Everyone, Sounds like people have had a good sunday.

    Today I have celebrated Christmas with my family:xmastree: :xmassmile :xmassign: :xmastree: :xmassign: :xmassmile :rudolf:
    :j :j :j :j

    Not seen my mum and dad for about 3 months, so it was really good to see them. DD has come home for the weekend. Did the present thing. We had Turkey, Veg from allotment, 99p xmas pud from wilkos yumyum. Homemade mince pies. Watched a couple of Crimbo films it was great.

    This has settled my edginess about going away over Christmas. I am all but packed, apart from a few bits and pieces. I can't believe I sound so ungrateful its just that it is different and I have been struggling with it.

    So mum and dad should nearly be home by now. DD is watching her last Desperate Housewives, and I am just printing a couple of work bits out on here.

    But I will check my online Banking
    LSD, rolls and crisps
    Check my house insurance to see what whe are covered for away from home
    Make list for going into town with DD in the morning

    Think that is it for tonight:D
    My finances are work in progress.
    Normal veiwing will resume shortly
  • cassey1
    cassey1 Posts: 1,531 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 1,000 Posts Combo Breaker I won, I won, I won!
    Saving for a rainy day- Glad you had a good day with your family.
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