Yesterday I escaped the house and avoided all of the things I needed to do. Today, I began to tackle the mounting projects that have been looming. I whipped open the windows to circulate some fresh air into the house, tackled a few spring cleaning items, and tried to get our house back into shape. There is still much to do, but I got a good start on things.
I will admit it, normally I would have left to escape. Not necessarily to shop, but definitely to do something to get away. The No Spend Challenge has brought to light the fact that many of the busy things I do are just that… busy things. With no reason to spend, I can focus on taking care of the things I already possess. That is a good feeling!
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I have found this too since we started budgeting and tracking our money with purpose. I am much better now at caring for and being appreciative of the things I have AND I have become much more innovative with products I already have in the house. Sometimes it just seems to take a change in attitude to open up a whole new path.
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Great point. I try not to leave the house because, one it is a pain to take 6 kids anywhere, and two going places usually means spending money. If I do need to get out I go the library or the park, I get away, but it is free.
Toni
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love the capelet, new one. Also, your new series is inspiring.
also, i use that cleaner too.
take care,
beth
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