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I am on the mend now but been v ill over the last few days. Hospital were great. Im recovering at home. Hoping i can go back soon. No money spent at all.Aiming for a minimal spend 20221
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Oh SW so sorry to hear about you being so poorly and in hospital. I am glad to hear that you are home and on the mend. Please take it easy and do not rush back to work
❤️Mum 2018
0% credit card £1360 & 0% Car Loan £7500 ~ paid in full JAN 2020 = NOW DEBT FREE 🤗
House sale OCT 2022 = NOW MORTGAGE FREE 🤗
House cash purchase completed FEB 2023 🥳🍾 & left work. 🤗
Retired at 55 & now living off the equity £10k a year
❤️Dad 2025
Previous Savings diary https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/5597938/get-a-grip/p1
Living off savings diary
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Don't push or rush to get back to work. Take your time and wait until properly recovered 💐Mortgage started 2020, aiming to clear 31/12/2029.1
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I'm still mostly sleeping and in a bit of pain but can drink and am on the mend. Roof man came today and sorted roof issue only cost £45. I was asleep! Weather seems nice. I am trying not to worry about work.Aiming for a minimal spend 20222
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Glad to hear you are relaxing and recovering. Hopefully work will understand it’s a serious illness not just swinging the lead for a couple of days off! Take care of yourself ❤️Roof was an excellent price too 🤗❤️Mum 2018
0% credit card £1360 & 0% Car Loan £7500 ~ paid in full JAN 2020 = NOW DEBT FREE 🤗
House sale OCT 2022 = NOW MORTGAGE FREE 🤗
House cash purchase completed FEB 2023 🥳🍾 & left work. 🤗
Retired at 55 & now living off the equity £10k a year
❤️Dad 2025
Previous Savings diary https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/5597938/get-a-grip/p1
Living off savings diary
https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/6429003/escape-to-the-country-living-off-savings/p11 -
You'll slow recovery if worrying and stressing. Find something to watch on TV, snuggle on the sofa and rest up.Mortgage started 2020, aiming to clear 31/12/2029.1
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Yes I am thinking positive thoughts. Not 100% sure what i will be paid at the end of the month. Roll on payday. It will be worth it. I am starting to feel better.Aiming for a minimal spend 20222
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Glad you are feeling better❤️Mum 2018
0% credit card £1360 & 0% Car Loan £7500 ~ paid in full JAN 2020 = NOW DEBT FREE 🤗
House sale OCT 2022 = NOW MORTGAGE FREE 🤗
House cash purchase completed FEB 2023 🥳🍾 & left work. 🤗
Retired at 55 & now living off the equity £10k a year
❤️Dad 2025
Previous Savings diary https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/5597938/get-a-grip/p1
Living off savings diary
https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/6429003/escape-to-the-country-living-off-savings/p11 -
I am v sleepy and slowly getting back to normal. I will go back later in the week when i feel a bit stronger. Drinking all this water has been so good for my skin. It stopped raining here.Aiming for a minimal spend 20221
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I'm pleased you're beginning to feel better. Try a light snack tomorrow and increase your food intake over a few days.Mortgage started 2020, aiming to clear 31/12/2029.1
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