Comments on: Frugality 0 – My Family 1

By: admin

admin — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 19:25:45 +0000

LLC,

I’d have to agree w/your comments. I think your point should indeed be articulated and emphasized. We’ve put in the work, let’s enjoy a little…..right?

By: LeanLifeCoach

LeanLifeCoach — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 01:56:45 +0000

Neal:

Had you not budgeted for many years, been frugal and made sure that you obtained value for all the dollars you spent before this vacation, you would not have been able to “let go”.

With all due respect, I believe the message should be a little more specific, its OK to be carefree only after you have earned it.

Lastly, on behalf of my kids and their future, please extend our appreciation to your daughter for her commitment to serve our Nation.
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By: Neal

Neal — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 13:29:57 +0000

Thanks Rich,

People who sign up for email delivery of the blog get a very detailed discussion and action list on taming the budget beast.

Check that out and encourage your sign to work those steps. I think he’ll be amazed at the results.

By: rich

rich — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 19:32:34 +0000

Neal – You went on vacation! Am shocked…but relieved that you are human. I agree that it is essential to spend in a carefree manner during certain times – graduation, coming home (from Army, in your case), a celebration of some sort – but it is the budgeting that is the most difficult thing to do and which I am trying to teach my boys. My oldest just graduated from college, so I will pass on your words of wisdom…maybe you can blog about the monthly budget idea in a more specific manner that I can pass on to him.

By: Paul @ FiscalGeek

Paul @ FiscalGeek — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 23:09:32 +0000

Neal completely agree on this one. It’s important to have a plan and a budget, and also a plan when you need to exceed your budget. I have a variety of categories that are sinking funds where I’m carrying balances for when things occur, car repair, Christmas, vacation. So when I need to do something like you did, I can and we readjust the following month. A little buffer is a good thing.

By: Neal

Neal — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 14:18:32 +0000

Right on Nancy. I know you “get it”.

Abby….NICE!!!!!!! Your son will never forget that bike and the character he is building will pay big dividends. Thanks.

Neal

By: Abby

Abby — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 13:33:37 +0000

Thanks for this! I, too, struggle to stop watching every nickel. I recently bought my bike-crazy son a really decent bike (brand new!) from a local bike shop owned by a neighbor. My instinct was to keep on looking for garage sale bargains, but this time? The frugal choice wasn’t the right decision. He loves his bike, and his pride and willingness to take care of it? Worth every cent – even if they had to be pried out of my hands!

By: Nancy from Mass

Nancy from Mass — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 12:50:03 +0000

First: Thank you to your daughter for serving. I can only imagine how difficult it is to not have her nearby. Second: sometimes you have to throw the budget away for a week or so to enjoy your family. Same with a funeral. And you don’t have to spend loads of money, sometimes just having a bbq is the best thing.