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Yesterday did not go to plan. DH was sniffley so was despatched to bed with some over the counter meds. To keep the furry one occupied, I did the ironing with the back door open so she could get outside. Happily there was no rain and she does love being outdoors. Everything bar one bar of trousers that I struggle with is cleared.
DH got up and tackled one of the jobs which was great as the packaging was then despatched to today’s recycling collection. Two more remain outstanding and I got one started.
We passed up on our meal instead eating from stores though I must confess to a dinner from a cereal packet. It was what I wanted. DH had home made french onion soup from the freezer with cheese on toast. He seems a lot better today.
Last night we sorted out and balanced out presents for the offspring. Apparently they don’t mind an imbalance but I do!
Right, need to get to the client early as we have inspection at 9.30. Hopefully everyone’s week will get off to a good start.
Today I am grateful for
Being able to put the press away for at least a week
A nsd
Christmas related progressMortgage at 01.01.14 £119,481.83:eek: today £0 Emergency fund £5.5/5.5k & £200/200 cash.:jWeight 24/02/19 14st 7lb now 12st determined to stop defining myself by my mistakes. Progress not perfection.:T100%through my 1% mortgage challenge. 100% through my pb challenge.1 -
Have a good week:)I am a Forum Ambassador and I support the Forum Team on Mortgage Free Wannabe & Local Money Saving Scotland & Disability Money Matters. If you need any help on those boards, do let me know.Please note that Ambassadors are not moderators. Any post you spot in breach of the Forum Rules should be reported via the report button , or by emailing forumteam@moneysavingexpert.com. All views are my own & not the official line of Money Saving Expert.
Lou~ Debt free Wanabe No 55 DF 03/14.**Credit card debt free 30/06/10~** MFW. Finally mortgage free O2/ 2021****
"A large income is the best recipe for happiness I ever heard of" Jane Austen in Mansfield Park.
***Fall down seven times,stand up eight*** ~~Japanese proverb. ***Keep plodding*** Out of debt, out of danger. ***Be the difference.***
One debt remaining. Home improvement loan.1 -
Yes have a good week inod.
Nothing wrong with cereal for dinner once in a while. I had mushroom pate on toast last night!:)Finally Debt Free! - July 2016 🌟
Finished Emergency Fund- £10,000 April 2017
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RETIRED: MAY 2021!!!!😀🎆
My diary: “Seasidegal's Scrimpy Retirement Diary!”1 -
The week has completely evaporated but at the nightmare client, one major matter has been finally put to bed. I’m so so relieved. Not only is it sorted but it means I avoid a court appearance.
I managed to catch lunch with a friend yesterday while running between two clients. We went to a social enterprise cafe that was really good and good value too.
I really need a better focus on friendships. Anyhow, need to head and pick up donations from a preschool for my client. It’s amazing how generous people are.
Today I am grateful for
Unexpected contact from a friend
Generous donations
Low spendsMortgage at 01.01.14 £119,481.83:eek: today £0 Emergency fund £5.5/5.5k & £200/200 cash.:jWeight 24/02/19 14st 7lb now 12st determined to stop defining myself by my mistakes. Progress not perfection.:T100%through my 1% mortgage challenge. 100% through my pb challenge.1 -
Our friends keep us sane.
. I am a Forum Ambassador and I support the Forum Team on Mortgage Free Wannabe & Local Money Saving Scotland & Disability Money Matters. If you need any help on those boards, do let me know.Please note that Ambassadors are not moderators. Any post you spot in breach of the Forum Rules should be reported via the report button , or by emailing forumteam@moneysavingexpert.com. All views are my own & not the official line of Money Saving Expert.
Lou~ Debt free Wanabe No 55 DF 03/14.**Credit card debt free 30/06/10~** MFW. Finally mortgage free O2/ 2021****
"A large income is the best recipe for happiness I ever heard of" Jane Austen in Mansfield Park.
***Fall down seven times,stand up eight*** ~~Japanese proverb. ***Keep plodding*** Out of debt, out of danger. ***Be the difference.***
One debt remaining. Home improvement loan.1 -
Pleased you’ve dodged a court appearance and sorted a client.
Enjoy your guests and have a lovely Christmas.January spends - £587.581 -
I have never before been so ill prepared. Also got word yesterday that someone who was down to do a Christmas Eve night shift at a client has Changed their mind.
On the plus side, dd is home and the Christmas tree is in process.
Today I am grateful for
Saving money via a voucher
Seeing a friend
Progress on a relationship issueMortgage at 01.01.14 £119,481.83:eek: today £0 Emergency fund £5.5/5.5k & £200/200 cash.:jWeight 24/02/19 14st 7lb now 12st determined to stop defining myself by my mistakes. Progress not perfection.:T100%through my 1% mortgage challenge. 100% through my pb challenge.1 -
Tree's up, family in place, food in, dog happy. Sounds like you have it covered to me If you have built castles in the air, your work should not be lost; that is where they should be. Now put the foundations under them
Emergency fund 800/1000
Buffer fund 0/100
Debt Free (again) 25/0720251 -
I hope you all have a lovely Christmas INOD :xmastree::xmastree::xmastree:"Good financial planning is about not spending money on things that add no value to your life in order to have more money for the things that do". Eoin McGee1
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Just popping in to say Happy Christmas :xmastree: :xmassign: :santa2:.Finally Debt Free After 34 Years, But Still Need to Live Frugally
Debt in July 2017 = £58,766 😱 DEBT FREE 31 OCTOBER 2017 :T 🎉
EMERGENCY FUND 1 = £50/£5,000. EMERGENCY FUND 2 = £10/£5,000.
CHRISTMAS SAVINGS = £0/£500. SEF = £1,400/£12,000 PREMIUM BONDS ME = £350. PREMIUM BONDS DH = £300.
HOLIDAY MONEY = £0 TIME LEFT TO PAY OFF MORTGAGE = 5 YEARS 1 MONTHS1
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