Got a small raise . . .

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Registered: 04-10-2003
Got a small raise . . .
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Wed, 10-15-2008 - 10:33am

Hi everyone!


Sorry I haven't been around much. I was out of town with a wedding and then a funeral (back to back . . . lovely isn't it) and there has been a brutal cold going around the office. I was sick for almost a week! Good thing I have tons of sick days that I haven't used!


So today marked my 1 year anniversary at my job. My cost of living kicked in on today's paycheck! It was small (~ $40) but every little bit helps! Because it also hit during a three paycheck month, I was able to put $350 on the CC, and move some money back over to build up my efund again (some of you may remember I had to use it for home expenses!)


I used my CC WAY to much this month for completely


Bex -

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Wed, 10-15-2008 - 11:39am

Happy to hear you received a raise.

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Wed, 10-15-2008 - 11:42am
Good for you...every little bit does help!!!

Schmoopy


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Wed, 10-15-2008 - 2:47pm

Its funny how little things like the movies or dinners out are not a big deal when you're single, but as soon as you start dating it becomes important! I was upfront with bf from the beginning and told him I am working my way out of debt. He is completely supportive because he has some expensive hobbies that he has to save for. We still could be better, but I figure since we're in that "honeymoon" phase (lol) then I can splurge once in a while. As long as I hit my $400 a month reduction, then


Bex -

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Wed, 10-15-2008 - 3:42pm

You are so good at staying committed to your goal and keeping on task. The occasional splurge is going to happen.

Congratulations on your raise, and I hope the new boyfriend is a keeper!

Kelly

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Wed, 10-15-2008 - 4:57pm
Congrats on the raise! Keep up the great work.
Bridget



Bridget
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Wed, 10-15-2008 - 5:32pm

That's awesome, Bex!

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Wed, 10-15-2008 - 6:11pm
You have come so far!