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  • Cherryfudge
    Cherryfudge Posts: 13,241 Forumite
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    edited 11 May 2018 at 12:09AM
    Hope Mr SA is okay. Could you get him checked over to put your mind at rest?

    I wonder why they even thought substitute cushions and placemats were acceptable? They are so much a matter of taste.
    I think a bit of sunshine is good for frugal living. (Cranky40)
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    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
    20.5 coupons used in 2020. 62.5 used in 2021. 94.5 remaining as of 21/3/22
  • Sun_Addict
    Sun_Addict Posts: 24,049 Forumite
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    He seems ok today but will keep an eye on him. At least I know the signs.

    Still not had a NSD. Mr SA phoned me at work to say he wanted a radio for his scooter (!!!!!!). Got him one for £4.99 from Argos which he dissed at first because it was cheap!!! It does the job. Anyway he's decided he likes it now thankfully.

    Then remembered it's DGS birthday in a couple of weeks so bought him a Noah's Ark and animals from Mothercare who had 25% off some toys. I'm sure he'll love it.

    Got my confirmation of new salary through today and will be £4,800 a year better off (before tax, NIC and pension of course). Still can't believe it's happened so fast.

    Happy Friday :)
    I get knocked down but I get up again (Chumbawamba, Tubthumping)
  • beanielou
    beanielou Posts: 95,562 Ambassador
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    A radio for his scooter :rotfl:

    Good wee wise there :)
    Have a great weekend :) xx
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  • Glad Mr SA seems ok.

    That's brilliant about your new salary :).
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  • milann
    milann Posts: 11,386 Forumite
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    It must be so worrying when Mr S has his turns.

    I've got images of him singing along when he's scooting around.

    Exciting times ahead with your new job and wages.
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  • *Robin*
    *Robin* Posts: 3,364 Forumite
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    Congratulations on your new job, Sun.A! That is such good news - am delighted for you. :j :T
  • Cherryfudge
    Cherryfudge Posts: 13,241 Forumite
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    £4800 more a year is great news! :)
    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
    20.5 coupons used in 2020. 62.5 used in 2021. 94.5 remaining as of 21/3/22
  • beanielou
    beanielou Posts: 95,562 Ambassador
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    Have a lovely Saturday.
    Sun is shining here :)
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    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.
  • mummytogirls
    mummytogirls Posts: 6,578 Forumite
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    Just had to scroll back a couple of days to find out whats been going on SA! Massively pleased for you on the new job, well done you, so deserved :D xx
    Mummytogirls x

  • brizzlegirl
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    Haha..thought you meant a radio so he could call you as I know from your diary he likes that ...;) Was thinking walkie talkies....:rotfl: but its so he can listen to tunes..brilliant. Well as it may get broken think £5 is a steal...:)

    Hope youre all Ok now and Mr SA is recovering well

    Great news about the salary increase...not to be sniffed at. Youre definitely worth it
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