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  • Lilith1980
    Lilith1980 Posts: 2,100 Forumite
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    Thanks Cumbria.

    I'm happy to report that I had confirmation today that my thesis corrections have been approved and I'll be graduating in July :D

    So pleased and relieved! Spent money on a takeaway and wine tonight. I think it's justified :)
    My debt-free diary :)
  • Lilith1980
    Lilith1980 Posts: 2,100 Forumite
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    Oh, and we've been to see one office and due to see someone more over the next week so that's good.

    Car is in the garage as it overheated. Turns out there was a leak where the coolant goes in. Luckily it's covered and there's no charge. It's been a good day today :)
    My debt-free diary :)
  • System
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    Brilliant news , well done. New outfit then required ! Enjoy your well deserved takeaway and wine. ,

    Toast to the future .
    This is a system account and does not represent a real person. To contact the Forum Team email forumteam@moneysavingexpert.com
  • beanielou
    beanielou Posts: 95,375 Ambassador
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    Great news :j :j
    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.***
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  • Lilith1980
    Lilith1980 Posts: 2,100 Forumite
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    Thank you both! :D
    My debt-free diary :)
  • Seasidegal58
    Seasidegal58 Posts: 6,017 Forumite
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    Just caught up with your diary.

    Glad to hear you had a wonderful break in Cornwall.

    Well done on the graduation and hope the premises hunt goes well.
    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!”
  • Lilith1980
    Lilith1980 Posts: 2,100 Forumite
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    Thanks Seaside Gal. We found an office, today. Hubby and I went during my lunch break. We loved the atmosphere as soon as we stepped in, and it's within our price range. So pleased, exciting times and it all feels like it's coming together well :)
    My debt-free diary :)
  • beanielou
    beanielou Posts: 95,375 Ambassador
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    Wow, that was quick.
    Good news :)
    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.
  • Lilith1980
    Lilith1980 Posts: 2,100 Forumite
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    I know! We saw one earlier in the week, but it felt too corporate. This felt really down to earth and welcoming :)
    My debt-free diary :)
  • Lilith1980
    Lilith1980 Posts: 2,100 Forumite
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    Some major spends this past week which has pretty much drained my rainy day fund. Costs relating to qualifying (e.g., for graduation, getting registered with the professional body) have worked out to about £450 :eek:

    My car is still in the garage. Apparently the part they ordered last week still hasn't arrived :mad: It's not like it's an uncommon part! So, I'm having to commute to work on the train which is tiring as it's two trains, plus a mile walk to work at the end. I haven't done this in years and I forgot what a pain it is, especially as our train was held outside the station for 45 minutes the other day. It's £10 per day for a ticket, so extra money I didn't want to spend. In hindsight I should have got a courtesy car, but it seemed as though my car would be fixed pretty quickly.

    So anyway, I'm just really tired at the moment as the commute is taking it out of me. Fingers crossed I get the car back by the end of this week!
    My debt-free diary :)
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