Muchin's diary of recover; becoming debt free and being happy

Munchin

Morning all

I'm back from Italy and have spent this morning catching up on threads:). I did go over budget £308.78 spent but that was because of a 1 stupidly expensive meal out and a trip to Venice (so worth it:D). I had a fantastic time, we went to Verona, Venice and Lake Garda and packed a lot in to a short time. We walked for miles and miles - I'm home feeling relaxed with a stronger resolution to enjoy myself more, visit more places and I can't do that with no money.

I really missed OH - which is a good sign:blushing:

I have just printed out this weeks healthy eating list and need to see what groceries I need to buy today and get the house back into some state of order. I have no diesel in my car so that will need to be rectified shortly or I will be driving on fumes.

I've tweaked my budgets a wee bit and am ready to batten down the hatches:).

Budget (Oct)

Food..............£73.78/£200
Diesel.............£80.66/£200
Holiday...........£308.78/£250
Odds..............£49.87/£120
Alcohol days... 5/25
SFD................5/20
TLTW.............xx/22

wantabetterlife

Hi Munchin...I didn't know you were heading to Venice. We were there at the end of August and I loved it! It was expensive but really worth it...did you find it strange not seeing any cars when you where there....or is that just me...lol

Munchin

Hi WBL,

We were heading to Verona but managed to squeeze in a trip to Venice. It was flooded and we had to use the walk ways in St Mark's square. I was a bit like you in that I still expected to see roads somewhere and was surprised to see everything being done by boat.

Expensive but an amazing place and I would love to go back as I'm sure I missed a lot of stuff:)

Munchin

Spendy day today but when you spend £50 on diesel it soon adds up.

Budget (Oct)

Food..............£112.58/£200
Diesel.............£130.68/£200
Holiday...........£308.78/£250
Odds..............£88.14/£120
Alcohol days... 7/25
SFD................5/20
TLTW.............xx/22

Munchin

Morning all

I feel a bit blah today but hoping that my Pilates class at 11 will knock it out of me. I've been eating a bit more carp the last 2 days so it is probably that - need to try harder.

Money news - my sister who owed me £200 has paid me:D. I had my doubts that I would ever see it again so quite delighted.

Budget (Oct)

Food..............£112.58/£200
Diesel.............£130.68/£200
Holiday...........£308.78/£250
Odds..............£98.12/£120
Alcohol days... 8/25
SFD................6/20
TLTW.............xx/22

Greying_Pilgrim

Ay up Munchin - all sounding very positive on here

Glad you had a wonderful trip to Italy. I note that you've not mentioned your mission impossible style reccy to meet up with Gorgeous George - so I take it it is all 'hush hush', on a strictly *need to know* basis and went well......;)

Good news about the return of funds too :T

Greying

Munchin

Hi Greying - sob sob sob - no gorgeous George

I managed to get the grappling hook, balaclava, gorgeous Parisian style stripey top, swag bag etc onto my Aer Lingus flight without anyone batting an eyelid:D (Aer Lingus have a 20kg luggage allowance:D).

I set off to Lake Garda with my plans under my arm (decided not to wear the balaclava as it was a bit itchy). If I had done my research I would have known that Gorgeous George lives in Lake Como. I knew I should have done more research:rotfl::rotfl:

I consoled myself with the most amazing hot chocolate in Lake Garda. I've never had a hot chocolate where the spoon actually stood up in it.

Munchin

Hi all

I've actually had a really productive day so far which is pretty good for a Sunday. I cleaned the living room, kitchen, hall and my car.

I've have also managed to list 3 items on ebay. It's been a long time since I've sold anything on ebay as the last time I got stung for postage. However I do love the buzz when you see people watching your item.

Budget (Oct)

Food..............£135.67/£200
Diesel.............£130.68/£200
Holiday...........£308.78/£250
Odds..............£105.82/£120
Alcohol days... 9/25
SFD................7/20
TLTW.............xx/22

I felt pants yesterday but today I feel pretty good - I'm starting to think that what I eat makes such a difference.

I'm now watching F1 and I'm expecting my sister and her kids in another hour.

Greying_Pilgrim

Munchin wrote: »

Hi Greying - sob sob sob - no gorgeous George

I managed to get the grappling hook, balaclava, gorgeous Parisian style stripey top, swag bag etc onto my Aer Lingus flight without anyone batting an eyelid:D (Aer Lingus have a 20kg luggage allowance:D).

I set off to Lake Garda with my plans under my arm (decided not to wear the balaclava as it was a bit itchy). If I had done my research I would have known that Gorgeous George lives in Lake Como. I knew I should have done more research:rotfl::rotfl:

I consoled myself with the most amazing hot chocolate in Lake Garda. I've never had a hot chocolate where the spoon actually stood up in it.

:rotfl::rotfl::rotfl:Munchin I certainly think that you got the better deal with the hot choc - it does indeed sound amazing :DSuspect Mr C is possibly vastly overrated anyways

Greying

Munchin

Morning all

I'm a bit sore this morning which is because of an intense exercise class on Mon (I was the only one that turned up at class so I ended up with a 1 on 1 session - good but sore).

Money front - I had a spend yesterday £4.20 on ham and soup (should plan better:o). I also managed to claim some travel expenses but when it gets paid I will add it to Nov's salary.

Finally I'm still watching ebay - my items have watchers:), I just need bidders. I'm keeping an eye on a dress for myself - basically I sold the same dress last year and have regretted it since so hoping to bid it back at a reasonable price (cheap) and make it a negative spend with the money I get from ebaying stuff. Fingers crossed:D

Budget (Oct)

Food..............£139.87/£200
Diesel.............£130.68/£200
Holiday...........£308.78/£250
Odds..............£110.61/£120
Alcohol days... 11/21
SFD................8/20
TLTW.............2/22

Have a good day everyone:D