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August 2, 2023 With summer winding down quickly, we did not take our usual big summer trip. Partially because of the money aspect but also time. Summer literally went by in the blink of an eye. School starts at the end of August for us. It’s bittersweet. I’ve had time to think about all we have done, what I wanted to do, but also what other fun can be had in the next few weeks.Since being in Project Money, I have been thinking outside the box on doing free, community-based activities. This has really reminded me that kids can have fun with almost anything; it doesn’t have to cost hundreds of dollars. Saving money I knew would have or could have been spent feels good! The kids are starting to get into routine more with saving and have started to ask more questions about saving money, which I use as a learning lesson. Now that everyone seems to be on board, it will be easier to make the changes I would like so I don’t feel guilty for saying no. As much as I would like to do bare minimum spending, I understand it still has to happen, and I was reminded that I still have to live my life. Learning to live my life while on a budget is a change, but it’s a good change. You might also be interested in If it’s not one thing, it’s another. There are weeks when I feel extremely confident, and then there are weeks when I feel like my money is being spent... The more the project continues, the more I grow a greater appreciation for accountability partners. They are people who are there to support you and have... Nothing major is happening right now. Everything over here is running smoothly. Work is going well, kids are enjoying school, and our fall/winter activities... Last weekend, I took a last-minute getaway to Vegas and made a long weekend out of it. This was needed because lately I felt as if I wasn’t doing much... It’s official – student loan repayments have begun. A couple weeks ago, I talked about student loan payments and the options I was exploring. I got an... My coach, Megan, gave me feedback from my post last week and reminded me change is the hardest part – that’s what most people are scared of, and I’ve overcame... This past week, I recorded my second interview for WKOW. This time around, I felt more comfortable and more confident in what I was saying and what I am... The time has finally come for student loans to begin repayment. I never had to repay federal loans or really think about my options. COVID hit and quarantine... I met with my coach, Megan, last Monday and felt reassured that she agrees my small accomplishments are in fact wins and that I should feel proud no matter...