Starting Week 2

Week one went off without a hitch.  It is amazing how easy it is to NOT spend money when you don’t go to stores, browse Craig’s list or search online. 

I was amazed with how much money I saved this week.  And horrified and convicted as well.  I have realized this week how many times I spend money because it’s there.  The $1 for doughnuts for the kids, the $3 spent at the dollar section at Target, the $4 for Starbucks..it all adds up.  Each buy, in and of itself, is not really that much. But added together?  Wow, that makes for a lot of money spent in the “Where the heck did that go?” category.

So I march on this week with the same goals as last.  More thoughts continue to swirl in my  head about my intentions toward spending money. I want to make thoughtful purchases and choices.  That requires time and planning.  In our instant world, I can see how I’ve gotten sucked into just going with the flow and not really thinking before doing. 

PS  I actually managed to capture Desta with a smile on her face.  The little stinker sees any type of camera and immediately closes her mouth!  Happy Friday!