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By: Bobbi

Bobbi — Sat, 27 Jun 2009 23:39:28 +0000

I do the same. :( You just have to keep your eye on the prize. :) I have a hard time not messing with my budget during the month. I can never seem to ‘set it – and forget it’, anyone else have that problem or is it just me?

By: Jennifer

Jennifer — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 01:01:19 +0000

I struggle with it too. I want, and it will become a need in the next year or so a new van. Mine is old and falling apart. We are saving as fast as we can. Every time I am tempted to buy something frivolous I remind myself of paying cash for a new car. It usually works, but it is hard to stay motivated for something so big.

By: Mrs. Money

Mrs. Money — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 21:39:41 +0000

I think of all the good things I’ve done with my money- funded and emergency fund, paid off x amount of debt, live happily without whatever modern conveniences, etc. That normally helps. :)

By: EastTXmom

EastTXmom — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 14:20:22 +0000

Karen –
Your positive attitude toward the future is great and believe it or not, the habits you’re living right now will become second nature. I count myself lucky/blessed that I no longer have to watch the pennies when I go to the store, yet when I shop, I have my list in hand, still price compare, watch for sales, and cut coupons and argue with myself on purchasing something that’s more of an indulgence than a necessity. Granted, I’m not as ‘vigilant’ as I use to be, but I know if I needed to really shave off some $$$ on the grocery bill I could do it.

Hang in there and keep an eye on the future like you’re doing and your goals will be met. Plus, they’ll be even sweeter since you know the sacrifice behind it.

Take care.