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“Rock bottom became the solid foundation on which I rebuilt my life.”
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Sorry Tea got carried away cleaning and things
Just sat down with a cuppa.
I'll have to put more to the holiday than I would if I could use the one I've paid the deposit on. But obviously the family fund one won't be as much as paying for the full October one.
I'm not sure. We will probably do neither this year as I have the other stuff to get on top of properly first
It feels crazy thinking of fitting an holiday in when even foods been a struggle for weeks
x“Once you hit rock bottom, that's where you perfectly stand; That's your chance of restarting, but restarting the way.”0 -
Have a good weekend. I think after all that's happened this year, a break will do you all good, so if you can manage the holiday then you should."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 McGee0
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Morning WB
Hope you and the smalls have a relaxing weekend lined up.
Going away would be lovely for you all, but if it's going to add more pressure to you thinking about having to save up for it could you wait until nearer the time before deciding?
We used to go to Wales in a static caravan every October but never booked it until at least mid September and we got some cracking last minute deals. xx0 -
Morning
Lovely weather again todaySmalls just eating egg on toast before we venture out for a walk.
We can't book too last minute Tea as things need to be put in place for youngest and deliveries made direct etc so it makes it harderI'm sure if it's meant to be something will work out.
No real plans today just a walk to the park, get some fresh air in our systems.
Hope you all have a wonderful day
x“Once you hit rock bottom, that's where you perfectly stand; That's your chance of restarting, but restarting the way.”0 -
Have a lovely day Wannabe Tribe XxDebts @ LBM £23,729.31. Debts @ 08/04/2016 £0 :j
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It would be nice if you could have a wee break but if there are other things that would take the stress off you then I suppose that's more of a priority. Fingers crossed though that something turns up.
Have a lovely day. xxHave adventures. laugh a lot and always be kind.0 -
Although it would be lovely for you to have the holiday, if it would skint you it's not worth the stress. More important to get your day to day life sorted first. The holidays can come another time.I get knocked down but I get up again (Chumbawamba, Tubthumping)0
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Evening
Thank you for stopping in
SA I will sort something even if it means working around school and avoiding the fines etc. Time is precious and we need to make the most of it. Although I agree food and day to day life needs to be settled first so it isn't my first priority right this minute.
We had a lovely day doing nothing reallyWent for a walk and to the park. Cleaned some more stuff outside and the windows etc. Have some things I want to get sorted tomorrow but I will wait until tomorrow and not do it right now
Have a lovely Sunday everyone
x“Once you hit rock bottom, that's where you perfectly stand; That's your chance of restarting, but restarting the way.”0 -
Sounds like the sort of day everyone should have, Wannabe.
Sleep tight.I think a bit of sunshine is good for frugal living. (Cranky40)
The sun's been out and I think I’m solar powered (Onebrokelady)
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Happy Mother’s Day Wannabe. Hope you have a day as wonderful as you are XxDebts @ LBM £23,729.31. Debts @ 08/04/2016 £0 :j
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