I met the goal of not spending any money on Wednesday, woo hoo. I am adding Thursday to the list as well. I know that I will be spending money Friday, Sat, Sun and Monday!
Friday I am going to see the Indiana Jones movie and then probably grab a bite with a friend. Over the Holiday weekend I am flying up to see friends and family in the Bay Area, there is no way I can't not spend money, but I am limiting myself!
In reviewing my budget spreadsheet I see that Travel was WAY over! I mean WAY. I budget $150 month and I spent over $600. Now this includes the plane ticket for this weekend and the weekend away with Dan (which was my treat). In the months going forward, while I do have trips planned, I have already purchased the flights (not on credit, don't worry). Having purchased so far in advance is a good thing, bc while it hits the budget now, it leaves my $150 to spend while on vacation. I have not met my goal of $880 down in the debt department this month, but have a payment set up for May 3oth, so that counts! ha. That will bring me up to $890.
This next month should see a sharp reduction in fuel costs, since I won't be driving to see Dan. I am certain I would rather spend the money, but at least it is a silver lining in all this.
I checked out some personal finance books from the library yesterday and so far I am not that impressed. One seems pretty out of date and the other is a memoir, not exactly advice. I am proud of myself for checking them out but I think I will head back over there in hopes of finding something more stimulating.
Wednesday $0
Thursday goal of $0
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