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    Default Christmas shopping done!

    I finished my christmas shopping yesterday! I am so excited to report that I spent 50% less this year than last year and it is all paid for with cash! This includes money that will be spent for travel during Christams also. I am so proud of myself and can't wait to just relax and enjoy the fun of a stress free holiday season! I feel like a huge weight has been lifted off my shoulders! Hope all you guys out there are having the same success! Merry Christmas everyone!
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    Congrats!

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    awesome! way to go!
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    What a wonderful accomplishment! Woo Hoo!!!
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    You should be proud of yourself relax & enjoy the season of love & lights!
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    Nice! Can I send you my list that I still need to make.lol

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    Congratulations!! You should be giddy with happiness!!
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    Good job. Enjoy relaxing.

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    Way to go!!! Enjoy yourself now!
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    that is amazing! Only a few years have I been able to accomplish that! I've got four gifts so far- and a handful more to buy.
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    You should be proud of yourself !
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    Quote Originally Posted by lovestolaugh View Post
    I finished my christmas shopping yesterday! I am so excited to report that I spent 50% less this year than last year and it is all paid for with cash! This includes money that will be spent for travel during Christams also. I am so proud of myself and can't wait to just relax and enjoy the fun of a stress free holiday season! I feel like a huge weight has been lifted off my shoulders! Hope all you guys out there are having the same success! Merry Christmas everyone!
    That is very good and something to be proud of I know that when the shopping is done it is way less stress , and then you can enjoy the holidays without having to worry do I need to get this, or when /if will I get all the gifts!!! Congrats !

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