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Funnily enough MF that is the coat i have been wearing and i am comfortable in but I do miss my fashionable coats from when i was well off. I wonder if i will wear new coat as much as my Kenny coat that i love. lol.
I spilt a cup of tea all over myself this morning as i was getting ready for work so had to re- dress myself. I wasnt too scalded but it is a sign of tiredness so i didnt work too hard today and just did the basics. I came back at 5.30 and fell fast asleep i just woke up now. Sooooo tired. Roll on Friday.Aiming for a minimal spend 20221 -
Save the fashion for spring, summer and autumn, stick to winter warmth as it will lift your mood if you're comfortable.
Slow down a bit and listen to your body.Mortgage started 2020, aiming to clear 31/12/2029.0 -
Roll on Friday, then I hope you can have a proper rest over the Christmas period0% credit card £1360 & 0% Car Loan £7500 ~ paid in full JAN 2020 = NOW DEBT FREE 🤗
House sale OCT 2022 = NOW MORTGAGE FREE 🤗
House purchase completed FEB 2023 🥳🍾 Left work. 🤗
Retired at 55 & now living off the equity £10k a year (until pensions start at 60 & 67).
Previous Savings diary https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/5597938/get-a-grip/p1
Living off savings diary
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I am shattered. Other than marking and lesson prep i am planning to rest an awful lot over Christmas.Aiming for a minimal spend 20221
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Nearly the weekend SW x0% credit card £1360 & 0% Car Loan £7500 ~ paid in full JAN 2020 = NOW DEBT FREE 🤗
House sale OCT 2022 = NOW MORTGAGE FREE 🤗
House purchase completed FEB 2023 🥳🍾 Left work. 🤗
Retired at 55 & now living off the equity £10k a year (until pensions start at 60 & 67).
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/p12 -
One more day to drag through, soon be Christmas holidays!Mortgage started 2020, aiming to clear 31/12/2029.1
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Soooo happy. I might wake up early and wirte my christmas cards. I will see or I will do them tomorrow afternoon after a big food shop.Aiming for a minimal spend 20223
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Last working day SW 🤗 then we can relax and enjoy seeing family and friends0% credit card £1360 & 0% Car Loan £7500 ~ paid in full JAN 2020 = NOW DEBT FREE 🤗
House sale OCT 2022 = NOW MORTGAGE FREE 🤗
House purchase completed FEB 2023 🥳🍾 Left work. 🤗
Retired at 55 & now living off the equity £10k a year (until pensions start at 60 & 67).
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/p12 -
Im home. So happy. I did a big food shop whilst i still have my bus pass £40 (including chocoaltes for students which was quite a lot).Aiming for a minimal spend 20222
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I have £200 left to get me through Christmas all presents have been purchased and need wrapping. My cc £250 bill for next month is saved already. So glad it is the hols. I am going to bed and will write Christmas cards today and tomorrow.
I have to pop out and buy chocolates for the drs, pharmacy and neighbours then i am done.Aiming for a minimal spend 20222
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