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It's in the shops NOW!

For all of you kind people that have expressed interest, the Essentials magazine with the article about my debt is now available in shops.

Thanks for all your kind words and support-the worst bridgeto cross (MIL and SIL) still have to be faced....:eek:

Bunny
Empty pockets never held anyone back, only empty heads and empty hearts can do that -Peale
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  • *zippy*
    *zippy* Posts: 2,979 Forumite
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    Are you going to tell them bunny or just wait to see if they hear about it?
  • Bunnyinthelights
    Bunnyinthelights Posts: 15,278 Forumite
    Well,
    MIL knows it's coming out...We're going out for the day together tomorrow (a Christams present) so I'll bring the magazine along I suppose.
    Thing is, SIL divirced her first husband because of his 'debt' and because he was awful with money! I know they won't expect us to 'break up' but I know they'll be a lot of smugness and talking aout me behind my back...
    I'll just have to deal with it won't I?!
    Bunny x
    Empty pockets never held anyone back, only empty heads and empty hearts can do that -Peale
  • Snaggles
    Snaggles Posts: 19,503 Forumite
    Be brave Bunny, you are tackling your debts, you have nothing to be ashamed or embarrassed about. Take care xxx
    "I wasn't wrong, I just wasn't right enough."
    :smileyhea
    9780007258925
  • moonlightpjs
    moonlightpjs Posts: 1,583 Forumite
    Good luck xxxx
  • Sea78
    Sea78 Posts: 6,185 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 1,000 Posts Combo Breaker Debt-free and Proud!
    hi Bunny

    I really hope it's not as bad as you think - I know about smug and behind back in laws/family (although not all like this actually thank goodness). Good luck! :)

    Sea xx
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  • Ali-OK
    Ali-OK Posts: 4,073 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture Debt-free and Proud!
    I have, for the first time since November 2005, been and bought a magazine - yes, Essentials!

    Bunny - you are absolutely stunning - they are fab pics and your story will no doubt help others.

    Huge well done for your braveness and big (hugs) for tomorrow. :T
    Back on the DFW Wagon:

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  • Bunnyinthelights
    Bunnyinthelights Posts: 15,278 Forumite
    Thanks Ali,
    All of your kind words are very appreciated.

    I don't really know what I'm worrying about-for Goodness sakes! If Hubby WAS going to leave me, surely he would have done ages ago, lol.
    I always worry about what other people will think about me and as much as I extend the hand of friendship out to SIL, she will NEVER like me, end of. Must just get over it and move on.

    As for MIL, maybe, just maybe they'll understand a bit more WHY I need her help with babysitting...

    Bunny x
    Empty pockets never held anyone back, only empty heads and empty hearts can do that -Peale
  • Snaggles
    Snaggles Posts: 19,503 Forumite
    If anyone is struggling to get a copy, if you go on their website, you can click on the 'Find a newsagent...' link to find the newsagents near you that stock it.

    The newsagents link is quite small, and down towards the bottom of the page.
    "I wasn't wrong, I just wasn't right enough."
    :smileyhea
    9780007258925
  • mags24
    mags24 Posts: 53 Forumite
    I think you're very brave, and there's no shame in dealing with your problems. The people that know you won't think any worse of you (than they did already - your SIL sounds a bit of a one!) and what does the opinion of people who don't know you count for?

    Did the magazine pay you - I hope so!
    The past: Single teenage mother of twins: debt everywhere!
    The present: Wage slave for a FTSE 100, no debt but the mortgage & my time.
    The future: My time will be my own, my money will be my own.
    Will the Wonga Wallah help you solve your debts by increasing your income?
  • Bunnyinthelights
    Bunnyinthelights Posts: 15,278 Forumite
    Hi Mags,
    I'm getting £100 for it. Not a King's Ransom but better than nowt...Personally, I'd like one of the photos as it's one of the only one of me I've ever liked!!! (must be from watching Americas Next Top Model!)
    SIL IS a 'bit of a one' (in fact, DH and I refer to her as the 'highland coo')

    Bunny x
    Empty pockets never held anyone back, only empty heads and empty hearts can do that -Peale
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