Archive for October, 2007

Could You Live on $12,000 a Year?

Monday, October 15th, 2007

I ran across this article that detailed one woman's goal to live off only $1,000 a month this year. Not only does she plan to live off of it, but she'll be also be tithing and adding to her savings account in the meantime. My first thought was there is NO ...

Debt Payoff Progress Update 10/12

Friday, October 12th, 2007

Today isn't payday so there isn't a whole lot to throw at the debt. DH did get some travel money in the account. He travels on the road some, and is paid for his expenses. The travel money always more than covers the cost of his gas, so the extra ...

3 Simple Ways Your Recycling Bin will Save You Money

Tuesday, October 9th, 2007

Besides the obvious good that recycling does for the environment, do you also realize it can save you money? 1. Curbs "spur of the moment" spending My first experience with the money-saving recycling bin came right before my husband was getting ready to get out of the Marine Corps. We were sending ...

Meeting Some Resistance in My “Reduce a Bill” Challenge

Monday, October 8th, 2007

So, my "Reduce a Bill" Challenge is turning out to truly be a challenge. If you are just tuning in now here's the scoop. For the month of October I'm going to line dry my laundry; at least 4 loads a week in order to save money and reduce my electric ...

7 Random Things About Me

Monday, October 8th, 2007

I've been tagged by Lynnae over at BeingFrugal to carry on a meme. Seven random things about me....ok. I can do this right? (even though I have yet to finish my second cup of coffee this morning) 1. I served for four years in the United States Marine Corps. I ...