Well, I haven't written in a few days because I have been avoiding thinking about money; we've been hemorraging money. We've had more "surprises" that I love so much (sarcastic) to the tune of about $680 and that's just this pay period!
Anyway, on the positive side, I returned some things to Target today and left without buying anything else. I was walking down the aisle considering a purchase and thought of y'all's blogs and how some of you have written about avoiding temptation and it gave me strength! 
I didn't need anything, but I do need to use what money I do have wisely.
Have y'all seen the recent Dr. Phil and Oprah episodes on the current economic crisis and what it means to you? They both went through a list of things to do NOW and they both included getting out of credit card debt and living within your means. Those thoughts also ran through my head and helped give me strength. So, yeah, I exercised constraint and feel good about that.
$680
October 11th, 2008 at 09:46 pm
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That's it. I don't know how long i can keep that up, but i sure would like to.
October 11th, 2008 at 10:47 pm 1223761673
I resisted a dress at Target last Sunday. I bought pants for my son; he is hard to fit, so I bought one pair on clearance for $6.48. They fit and were a good price, so I went back on Friday and surprising found another two pairs. Not reduced further, but a good price. AND I resisted buying anything else but a loaf of bread!
October 11th, 2008 at 10:55 pm 1223762145
And your $680 was awfully close to the $688.00 car repair bill I needed to pay last month to pass the Vehicle Emissions Test in my state. This month should hopefully be quieter.
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Thanks for your support!
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