One of the things I love most about blogging is the accountability. After posting about my struggles on Monday, I have worked hard to reach my goals for the week, and I have succeeded.
I’ve spent time reading my Bible and in prayer every morning, before turning on the computer. And last night I revamped my budget in YNAB, and I’m excited to have a fresh start. Now to get on with the business of paying down our debts, which at this point consist of student loans and our house.
Thanks for all of your encouragement on Monday. You’ve really motivated me to strive to do better!
News of Note
This week I was made aware of a project by Care on Credit for college students, called Debt Free U! I’m thrilled to see a site dedicated to helping college students make wise financial choices.
Green Panda Treehouse is giving away an HP bundle that includes a laptop, a netbook, and software to sync the two. You only have until midnight EST tonight to enter, so head on over there!
My giveaways for the Lunchbox Care Package and the $500 Walmart giftcard are closing at noon PST today, so if you haven’t entered, be sure to do so!
The Roundup
Here are a few things I found interesting this week.
- Outsaving the Joneses – 4 Hats and Frugal
- Traveling the World after Your College Graduation – Studenomics
- 25 Essentials that are Better and Cheaper to Make at Home – Man vs. Debt
- How I Went 15 Rounds With My Credit Card Company – And Won – Moolanomy
- A True Story About a Nightmare Contractor – The Wisdom Journal
Have a great weekend!
Photo by The Couple Next Door.
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Thanks for mentioning the contest! I kept the contest entry simple so hopefully someone who could really use it has a chance to win.
My laptop giveaway begins today! Thanks for the link.
Good for you, Lynnae! On balance, I’d say you’ve had a fairly awesome week! You are such a huge inspiration to me, and I look forward to the future with you.
being AWARE of the problem is always the FIRST step towards getting in under control :)
You did great!