I decided to make an extra payment as a sign of goodwill and I payed this year’s city taxes all at once instead of using a payment plan. I knew it might be tight, but it would be better after my next paycheck. I didn’t realize though how much extra spending I had done this past month. That’s why I’m totally broke and can’t purchase anything until my next paycheck. Luckily, I have enough food in my freezer and pantry, so I won’t go hungry. I realize this is a luxury and many people don’t have this option. Plus, I have a steady job and I know when my next paycheck is coming. Makes me realize I’m blessed and I’ve been responsible. Things will get better soon and I’ll restock, in case a similar situation happens again.
Absolutely broke after extra payments, blessed to have a well-stocked freezer and pantry
byu/DutchieCrochet inFrugal
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Way to go! Your combination of humility, gratefulness, and optimism is a real boon and will bless you for years to come!
Yeah I have been only paying off cc debt this year so far and monthly bills but I also recognize even this is a lifestyle many people cannot afford right now and I have a job which is a big deal in these times.
I sold a piece of farming equipment for 50% commission last month and I didn’t even take the cash home, I just immediately had a money order made out for my property taxes for the year. Part of me wanted to do at least something fun with the cash, but it felt really good to just pay a bill before I even had a chance to miss that money, and now I don’t have to save for the second half of the property taxes. Even if it makes money tight, it’s worth it to get ahead of big bills.