I got inspired today to start a blog. It is a learning blog. I'm learning to be successful at saving money and balancing life, and I think I'll record the journey.
I'd like to keep it simple, just like I'd like to keep my life simple, but I know I have the tendency to type deadwood, just like I tend to collect interesting and useful things around the house. Trying to figure out what's useful in a house and a sentence are equally hard! But I'm learning.
I just got married last November, so life has changed quite a bit. Among other things, I'm learning to "coupon", which means waiting for sales and stacking coupons on the sales to get fantastic prices. There is a lot to learn, and there are questions along the way... such as, is it worth it to drive the several miles into town to get a great deal? And, do I REALLY need this?
There are many other ways to save money, such as cutting the electricity bill, not wasting the food you do have, and budgeting. Yuck. Budgeting.
Actually, I'm starting to enjoy budgeting. The challenge of meeting the limit in each category becomes a sport. You can get a rush from beating that budget!
When it comes right down to it, my blog is about life balance. Saving money is a necessity and a top priority for me, but I am determined not to let it define me or take over my life. Obsess me, yes... drive me... influence my friendships and day to day conversation... okay, it's taking over my life. But it's a good life!
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