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The countdown to the start of my new life

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  • Nichelette
    Nichelette Posts: 2,141 Forumite
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    I think the little extras do help. I've got almost £250 sitting in my jewellery account that I've made since April. I pay all of my selling fees and buy new supplies with that money so it isn't too bad, enough to make a bit of a dent anyway...
    Finally bought a home
    Starting mortgage £289,500 31.01.19 - Current outstanding £192,586.98/CENTER]
    Overpayments since 27.03.19: £52,407.47
  • yukkibear
    yukkibear Posts: 5,556 Forumite
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    That's brilliant Nicki. Wish I could save mine away, maybe after the wedding.
  • yukkibear
    yukkibear Posts: 5,556 Forumite
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    I've made some sales today nearly to the tune of £30 which I am astounded at, but obv pleased. I think I've also found my flowers I want on Ebay as well. I had a budget of £200 for some reason on my spreadsheet for flowers, but the lady has quoted me £45 ish for a brides, 1 x bridesmaid, 4 x buttonholes and 1 x wand which I am more than happy with. The exact colour and I don't think I could make it cheaper myself. If they are crap then it's not too much to lose. I'll post a pic tomorrow.

    If I go with those then I can knock £150 off my overall budget which will help my totals fall and my motivation rise.
  • Nichelette
    Nichelette Posts: 2,141 Forumite
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    That's really good for sales, and even better if you can save on flowers. I've always fancied trying my hand at flower arranging so I think if I ever get married I'd be tempted to have a go myself. The brides mum did a simple bouquet for the bride at the wedding I went to recently which I thought was quite nice so I don't think it has to be really complex to look good.
    Finally bought a home
    Starting mortgage £289,500 31.01.19 - Current outstanding £192,586.98/CENTER]
    Overpayments since 27.03.19: £52,407.47
  • yukkibear
    yukkibear Posts: 5,556 Forumite
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    I had planned to do the flowers myself, but to be honest for the price as long as they are presentable then I'm happy. The exact colour baby breath is included which was my main feature I wanted.
  • yukkibear
    yukkibear Posts: 5,556 Forumite
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    Been at work all weekend which seems to wipe me out.

    I'm having a wisdom tooth out in the morning :(, still needs doing so have to get on with it.
  • Primula
    Primula Posts: 953 Forumite
    Oh dear, good luck with your tooth today.
    x
  • yukkibear
    yukkibear Posts: 5,556 Forumite
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    Feeling very fragile today, nothing is going to be done except taking dd to pre school and picking her up again.It's the tv and duvet for me today
  • yukkibear
    yukkibear Posts: 5,556 Forumite
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    Is it bedtime yet?
  • Primula
    Primula Posts: 953 Forumite
    If you have had a wisdom tooth out and braved that dentist chair yet again, then you thoroughly deserve to be spoiled and it can be bedtime whenever you want, I hope your OH is taking good care of you!
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