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Fern

FINANCIAL GOALS

My most compelling financial goal right now is paying off my mortgage. A mid-September layoff puts my original timetable for doing so in question, but I'll keep that goal posted here and hope I can get back on track soon to hit this goal.

Goal #1: Pay off mortgage by 2015.
Balance as of 8/30/09: $61,749.

A Few Non-Financial Life Goals

1. Visit every national park in the country.

2. Read a biography or autobiography of every president, starting with George Washington and ending with President Obama.

3. Volunteer in a US presidential campaign.

I Haven't Conquered My Shopping Demons

November 22nd, 2008 at 05:44 am

I'm usually pretty disciplined about spending money. I know what my long-term goals are and what I need to do in the short term to get there. I know exactly how much I spend each month and how much I need to save.

But I fell off the wagon this past week. This kind of thing doesn't happen often, but when it does, it's because I've gone through a period of being VERY GOOD and not spending much on anything and I end up feeling "deprived."

So I blew about $100 total on some jewelry (my weakness) and a pair of blue jeans.

I'm feeling sort of regretful about the purchases, but at the same time, it's not going to break the bank.

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Koppur Says:
November 22nd, 2008 at 10:48 am

That works out pretty good for the taxes. I'm dreading paying taxes on my freelance work. I have work from 2 clients and both will be over $600. Ugh.

PS I can never pass up a new mortar and pestle!
Analise Says:
November 22nd, 2008 at 02:12 pm

Don't feel guilty about spending a $100... you are helping the economy. *wink* Seriously, it's really not that you can't afford what you bought... you definitely can. It's your frugal side is telling you to save, save, save it instead. But, I think it's OK to spend a little on ourselves once in a while, especially if doing so lifts our spirits and we can afford it.

I really like TJ Maxx and recently bought some gifts there for my family that I am visiting next month. They have some very good bargains.

Wild Blue Yonder

Savings are stored possibilities.

I Haven't Conquered My Shopping Demons

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