December 6, 2010

  • Being Lucky is Hard Work

    I'll never forget the first time a friend of mine said, "You are so lucky you don't have to work!"

    At the time, I didn't know how to respond but when someone says that to me now, I know exactly what to say.  "You know what? I work very hard to be this lucky."

    The "behind the scenes" work is what keeps us in our budget. We stretch and scrimp.  We make do and do without.  We have a happy attitude and we feel blessed.  Perhaps our positive outlook conceals how little we actually spend.

    The truth is:  It's a beans and potatoes life for us but goodness, we are enjoying it!  

    Some of the "work" that keeps me out of work:

    Hand Soap Savings

    That's Not Good Enough

    Christmas Gift Giving