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chillin #297186 03/06/07 10:00 AM
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What do I get out of frugality?

Peace.

I can achieve living on less than my husband makes by making good choices and looking for good deals on things we do want. This means we have more in the long run.

In the past, living frugally saw us through some hard times.



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I'm worse than frugal, I'm definitely tightfisted. I can't HELP it! I grew up with no money (food from the food bank, welfare checks), and now can't enjoy spending money. My only indulgence is travel, and fitness classes (but I work with Parks & Rec so I don't even have to pay for most of my fitness programs!). And my laptop, it's a good one.

It's funny because I thought when I got married I'd loosen the purse strings, but it hasn't happened at all. My husband makes good money and doesn't like to waste it (but he's not as tight as I am). The wierd thing is that I don't like to spend ANYBODY'S money, even if it's not mine! Well, I don't mind expensive dinners and hotel rooms on hubby's expense account, but that feels different somehow.

Anyway, I've been wanting to practice being less frugal and enjoy our money more, but I don't even have anything I want to buy. I couldn't care less about clothes or dvd's or eating out....I do like massages, though (but we are covered for those!).

Maybe I'll indulge in a spa day for my birthday....

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Aha! A $3000 very small water feature? Very interesting! Is there a web site where we can see some?

lala21, I also prefer experiences to "things"

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Laurie,
Don't feel bad, it souds like you have everything you want. Isn't that called happiness? smile

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Yes, peace is priceless!

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Do you think you worry about ending up in the financial situation your parents were in?


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Yes, we all enjoy spending on friends and family. But sometimes the need to save is more.


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I am frugal so that I can be in the financial situation my parents are in. They are recently retired teachers and have done very well for themselves over the years. Growing up we had a nice house, a family vacation every summer, a swimming pool in our yard, cars when we learned to drive, and a college education paid for. My parents were smart about their money and taught me to be as well.

I think it's stupid to waste excess money on groceries when using some coupons can cut my bill in half. Sure it takes a few hours every week to see what is on sale but it's worth it when I'm spending $60-75 a week instead of $150. I'd rather drive a modest car instead of a luxury car and take an extra vacation during the year. My husband and I stretch our money to make the most of it. Being frugal (NOT cheap) is a way of life for us. That's just my take on it, though.

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Originally Posted By: chillin
Aha! A $3000 very small water feature? Very interesting! Is there a web site where we can see some?


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Lovely fountains! Not very frugal, but definitely worthwhile!!! Enjoy your new space.

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