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Happy Friday folks

Taff - he could reinstate a carer, the care plan remains open. But it wouldn't be the same carer as he has given it up, no doubt put off by Mr SA (he decided caring wasn't for him!). I don't think it would wash with Mr SA now, he thinks he's fine without help.
Bad news about work friend today, the one in a coma abroad, her kidneys have stopped working
She's on my mind all the time, it's just so bloomin' unfair, she's such a lovely person 
Benidorm is booked - theatre not the resort LOL
Not told Mr SA yet, have booked the day off work. It's the matinee. Not bloomin' cheap
Hope he'll enjoy it, I'm sure he will.
Mr SA has got his Kindle back up and running. This means he is also back on the case of things to buy. Top of his list is a wallet
Uncanny Scot's idea of the punch bag has never been so tempting.I get knocked down but I get up again (Chumbawamba, Tubthumping)0 -
I have looked in the past at empty punch bags on Amazon. I wanted to turn my shed (!) into a gym with the exercise bike and a punch bag.
A couple of work friends said that I handled stress really well but I don't, I am just no where a stressed at work as I am at home. I can't imagine what is like for you or my sister, but being on the sidelines and looking after mum, there is just never any time off and time at work is stressful (as work has gone to !!!! recently) but it isn't all down to me all the time. Whereas everything is at home. That nurse I saw said it was really important for me to have coffee alone, so I didn't have to try and be anything for anyone I could be me.
Like we all say SA, you are so good to him. Big love to you.
Make sure there is time to be you
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Sorry to read the news about your work friend
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"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.0 -
Happy Saturday

Lost 1.5lbs at WW so am now 1.5lbs under goal :j I love my WW meeting, such a lively, friendly group and very supportive. Bought the latest cookbook today and there's loads in there I want to make.
Mr SA is still frantically searching online for a wallet. He's driving me nuts with it to be honest. I pointed out to him he's already got several wallets so he doesn't exactly need a new one. He agreed then said he still wants a new one though
The weather here today has been a mixture of wind and torrential rain this morning followed by lovely sunshine this afternoon.I get knocked down but I get up again (Chumbawamba, Tubthumping)0 -
Congratulations on the weight loss. If you turn sideways we won’t see you soon
Xx Debts @ LBM £23,729.31. Debts @ 08/04/2016 £0 :j
Best win so far - holiday to Florida0 -
Great news on the weight loss

Boo to the continuing wallet saga though
Enjoy the rest of your weekend xxI 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.***
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Sun_Addict wrote: »Mr SA is still frantically searching online for a wallet. He's driving me nuts with it to be honest. I pointed out to him he's already got several wallets so he doesn't exactly need a new one. He agreed then said he still wants a new one though

Wouldn't it be great if he developed a passion for selling spares? Mind you, he would then probably buy more in between listings...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)
Fashion on the Ration 2025: Fabric 2, men's socks 3, Duvet 7.5, 2 t-shirts 10, men's socks 3, uniform top 0, hat 0, shoes 5 = 30.5/68
2024: Trainers 5, dress 7, slippers 5, 2 prs socks (gift) 2, 3 prs white socks 3, t-shirts x 2 10, 6 prs socks: mostly gifts 6, duvet set 7.5 = 45.5/68 coupons
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Cherryfudge wrote: »Wouldn't it be great if he developed a passion for selling spares? Mind you, he would then probably buy more in between listings...
:rotfl::rotfl::rotfl: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.0 -
Can you hide his old wallets and then rotate them every so often, like you supposed to do with children's toys?
I was up your way at lunchtime, weather was rather random, five minutes of hailstones, five of sunshine, and then five of rain. Was a relief to get back in the car.My mortgage free diary: +++ Divide by Cucumber Error. Please reinstall universe and reboot+++
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redofromstart wrote: »Can you hide his old wallets and then rotate them every so often, like you supposed to do with children's toys?
Brilliant idea :rotfl: :rotfl:. I suppose it could be worse, he could develop an obsession for something really expensive, like Rolex watches :eek:.
Well done on the weight loss SA :T. I hope you enjoy trying out the new recipes
. 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 MONTHS0
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