Update to the Save-O-Meter!
Last night I updated the Save-O-Meter by 4%. I am very close to my goal. Under $700.00 more to go.
I came to a decision about all my wailing and complaining. I was mainly inspired by Single Ma’s priority to save money over paying down debt. I really feel as though I will sleep better if there is some cash around instead of liquidating the Emergency Basket. My wedding expenses, my dental bills are all bills I have to live with. I got myself into this mess and I will get myself out, even if it costs me some interest to do it.
I even cooked my own dinner last night to remind myself that I am *STILL NOT* doing enough to live frugally. I constantly dine out. I really want to buy a new OPI nail polish because the one I have is very pale pink and I would like something in a darker pink because that seems to be in style now. And I asked myself today why would I want to spend $6 dollars on another nail polish when I can’t go to Seattle in September?
I really despise eating ramen every day for dinner, but I renew myself to cooking more often at home and dining more frugally since that is where I spend the most money right now.
Single Ma wrote:
Congrats on your save-o-meter update! Less than $700 to go. WOOO HOOOO!!
I never knew I inspired YOU mapgirl. I feel…well…honored. *sniff*
I’m so sorry to hear about your financial trials. BabyGirl just had much needed dental work and braces are next ($5,000) so I feel your pain.
It’s hard to cook at home when you live in an area where the dining selections are plentiful and your friends want to go out all the time. I don’t know if I could do ramen noodles everday (lol), but whatever you save will be worth the sacrifice. Good Luck!
And go get that nail polish girl! Pack your lunch next week to justify it. Oops, I’m not supposed to say that am I? Still think I’m inspiring? ha! The polish is a must. Keep it fab!
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