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    Hello,

    I've been reading these forums for the last couple of days, and must say that you guys are a pretty amazing group. I've been so inspired, touched, and motivated by much of what I have read here, that I too decided to join.

    I discovered FV, ironically enough, through a reference from a shopping channel message board. For the last month and a half I have been on a quest to change my finances, so I decided that I was not going to buy anything non-essential for the rest of the summer. This has turned into a (kinda) fun game, where I like to see how much I can do without. And now, I'm beginning to realize more and more that I really don't need all that stuff that I used to buy. Moreover, I've also been working on my spiritual side (and I find that focusing less on material things quite naturally complements focusting more on the spiritual). As a result, I'm now beginning to realize that I really ought to simplify my life - both for financial and spiritual reasons.

    Discovering this website and this community has been exactly what I needed to get that extra motivation. I feel like I now have more information on how to start. I know that I cannot do a complete 180 in a day, or even a month. But I am prepared to begin the journey, even if it is just with baby steps.

    Thank you for reading this and I look forward to getting inspired, staying motivated, and learning from all of you.

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    Hello Star. Welcome to Frugal Village. I hope you get all you need from our board, I look forward to reading your posts.

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    Welcome Star! I like your attitude. That simpler life is definately do-able & baby steps is a wonderful way to do it.
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    Hello Star and welcome to the Village.
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    Thank you, Rhonda, Sara, Darlene, and Mom23boys, for the warm welcome. I look forward to being part of the community, learning from all of you, and participating where I can.

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    Hi Star and welcome to the village! Really glad you came to join us!

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