The Matrix - Re-Evolution!!

MrFW

Just a note to say that FW is currently in hospital in Sofia to have a varicose vein treated.

Don't worry - it is a really good hospital that the NHS would eat its heart out for!

She should be out in 24-48 hours but meantime can best wishes etc be sent pse!!!

More details on other side....

groatie_queen

Thrifty, that is a stunning achievement! :T:T:TAgreed that extreme frugalising does take its toll. When I was mortgage busting, I lived on a squeaky tight budget and did not socialise. It only worked because I wasn't well and had no energy or inclination to go out anywhere. I work part-time 3 days a week, and did my shopping on the way home from work to save on petrol costs. I'd have gone absolutely spare without MSE to help pass the time! I did get quite obsessive towards the end but I was desperate to start paying for medication so had to get to £0 asap!

I remember Hypno saying how tired she was a lot of the time during her intensive MSE-ing, and I didn't do half the things she did to make money. I think you're absolutely right that intensive saving and thrifting can be very restricting and really long-term there needs to be a balance. This is where I really admire Benben, she lives a good life but with a frugal head screwed on, and still manages to give herself and her wee boy treats and low or no cost outings.

Another person who has it in balance is Ilona on the Life After Money blog. I do agree it's easier for singletons to make decisions re frugal limits - and it's a real bonus for couples if they share an equal commitment to financial goals and how they're achieved. For example, I'll start wearing my thermals much earlier this year and keep the heating off as long as possible, but my ex would probably have had an issue with that!

ETA wishing you a quick recovery FW.

And hugs to Fantasia - please let us know you you and Leyla are doing.

xox

The_Dragon

How do we actually get to the other side? I keep hearing it being mentioned!

Hope FW recovers quickly :A

tellmeitsfriday

MrFW will sort you out (so to speak!)

greenbee

robsmum wrote: »

Matrix Ladies: It may be worth checking your FB accounts as I have just been warned by a friend that all telephone numbers are listed in your contacts, particularly if you use your phone! I checked and it's true and I don't use my phone.

linked in are one linking user details to advertising... I have posted on linkedin and will try to remember to post it to our linked in group.

Marru wrote: »

When it comes to the increase of income I have short term and long term plan: short term I have decided to apply for the senior role (GreenBee - are you around for help please ) and then long term I am increasing my skills (ACCA, Excel, Access) to either get even better job or start doing bits as self empoyed.

In the meanwhile I have LOADS of stuff to sell.

I'm about

Firewalker

Maru, better go on the blog - more options.

FW

Winnie_in_Pooh

tellmeitsfriday wrote: »

MrFW will sort you out (so to speak!)

Oooer is he willing or do we have to ask nicely :rotfl:

thriftyscotslass

Sending loads of positive vibes and huge hugs to FW. Look after yourself and no running any marathons, at least until after the weekend you hear... Thriftyxxx

Memory_Girl

Dorastar wrote: »

Got

Any ideas how I could do it without a pressure cooker (my mum exploded one when I was a child and I fear them to this day)

You can just boil the soup to death for - Oh about 90 minutes or so. Seriously though - modern pressure cookers have safety valves and everything ...... I promise that they are not the steaming hissing pots of death we remember from our youth.

MG

Memory_Girl

Winnie_in_Pooh wrote: »

Oooer is he willing or do we have to ask nicely :rotfl:

AS long as it's debt busting I think he may be open to offers:rotfl:

Sorry hon

MG