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12-04-2010, 08:25 AM #1Registered User
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Returning with my head held low
Well it has been awhile since I was here. Thought I was doing so well and wonderful, until things just started falling apart. Financially, emotionally, and close to physical.
So in thinking, I decided I need to get back to my roots. So I am coming back to the frugalness that has helped me in the past.
After almost losing my job this summer, losing large amounts of money somewhere, I need to get back to the basics. So here I am. Wish me luck as this journey continues.
KellieKellie
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Good to see you back! You can do it!
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Good to see you back! Hold that head up high!
We've all been in and out of frugality. Well, I have.....
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Good luck, and welcome back.
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Welcome back and like cab54 said, hold that head up high. I don't recall any millionaires here, KWIM. Been there done that.
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Good to see you back! Sending blessings and hugs your way. Hold your head high, get a financial plan and map in place, set your goals, and believe you can do it!
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Welcome back Kelli. I'm glad you're with us again.
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We all slip. Don't feel alone. It's your turn to make sure that it doesn't happen again, and you have lots of support here to do just that.
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Welcome back!
Married 22 years to Mark
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and Yorkie Lexi
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starting totals
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Many of us have btdt. Hold that head up high and welcome back!
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So glad you returned!! Looking forward to seeing where your journey takes you - and please remember, we learn from and support each other because it works!!
Travel light. The baggage of the past can only hold you back.
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12-04-2010, 04:13 PM #12
welcome back, no need to hold your head low. Keep your chin up and carry on!
It is what it is.
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12-04-2010, 08:10 PM #13Super Moderator
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Welcome back, here's to positive change.
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Kellie, I just came back recently, too, after a long hiatus so I know how you feel. You can do it!!! This place helps me to stay accountable, and all of the lovely people here are so supportive. I wish you the best of luck on your journey!!! And as others have said, we all slip from time to time....no need to be ashamed.
Hugs,
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Hi and welcome back!
2012 Debt Reduction
(cc#1) Kohl's- P.I.F. (closed)!!!!
(cc#2) Chase- P.I.F. (closed) !!!!!
(cc#3) capital one(mine)- $741.37 /$731.34
(cc#4) amazon-$1,458.47 / $863.94
(cc#5) Kohl's - $606.29 / $687.16(CLOSED!)
(cc#6) capital one(His)- $615.93 /$673.97
(cc#7) CHASE (HIS)- $1,985.14 / $1,055.85
(cc#8) Lowes(His)- $3,355.71 / $2,592.42
(cc#9) Tractor Supply(his)- $3,981.05 / $3,729.95
(cc#10) Visa(mine)- $918.12 / $1,021.83(CLOSED!)
(cc#11) Home Depot(his)-$3,796.87 / $3,375.31
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