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Post by Blonde Granny on Oct 13, 2021 13:29:58 GMT -5
I did a quick look at my YNAB this morning, and so far this month things are looking good. I did spend $100 yesterday on groceries at Walmart yesterday but it was all needed. I also have an Amazon order being delivered tomorrow: 1 40lb of dog food, 1 70 ct. box of Starbucks Holiday coffee pods and (for me some fancy body powder) that brings back memories of my Mom.
Anyway, all is paid for and should last for quite a while & way past first of year.
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Post by Blonde Granny on Oct 7, 2021 8:55:50 GMT -5
So, I'm single...or just call me a widow. I fail to see any value to my situation. I pay taxes, I buy new cars, buy groceries, visit the Dr. and dentist.......Most of my friends and neighbors are also widows...
Sheesh, some people just have to stick their noses into things that don't matter or have any value at all.
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Post by Blonde Granny on Oct 4, 2021 14:41:40 GMT -5
I had Chelsie to PetSmart to have her nails trimmed, that was $16, but I have now given her a place in YNAB for $50/mo. I think it would be useful to take her to the vet for a good once -over since I brought her home in May.
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Post by Blonde Granny on Oct 4, 2021 7:58:27 GMT -5
I always have good intentions the first of every month, but seem to figure out ways to over spend. I have asked my Financial Guru to cancel one of the monthly payments so I am now back to living on Social Security and a VA payment called DIC. It appears that I can live comfortably , but still will need to slow my spending.
The old YNAB is going to help, I hope.
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Post by Blonde Granny on Sept 23, 2021 7:50:48 GMT -5
I spent $110 at Sams yesterday and all of it was clothes. I bought 2 mens flannel plaid shirts (obviously for me since there is no man around). A couple of really fuzzy jogger pants with matching tops and 3 tops .
Someone on TV was talking about how expensive natural gas was going to be this winter and that's what heats my house, so some warm snuggly things to wear in the house is perfect. Also found a package of Cudl Duds of soft snuggly flannel PJs.....again for house wearing.
It's been chilly the past 2 days in the morning, and my house-mate Chelsie doesn't like this at all....but as least she will run out first thing, do her thing quickly, and run in for breakfast.
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Post by Blonde Granny on Sept 20, 2021 7:37:51 GMT -5
OK....thank you. The will definitely go in my little cubby hole in my desk.
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Post by Blonde Granny on Sept 19, 2021 15:35:51 GMT -5
Thanks!!!
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Post by Blonde Granny on Sept 19, 2021 12:57:38 GMT -5
I ordered a case of 24 Boost drink that was Mocha Cafe. It was to be delivered yesterday.
I also (at the same time) ordered another 24 case of Boost drink that was Peaches & Cream, it was to be delivered yesterday also.
OK: the Mocha was not delivered but the the Peaches and Cream was not.
Besides, the Mocha and the Peaches ended up with slightly different prices. How do I contact someone to get this straighten out ?
Each 24 case was about $35-37.
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Post by Blonde Granny on Sept 14, 2021 7:36:55 GMT -5
I took the car in for oil change yesterday, and was a nice surprise....total cost was only $65.00. My late D and I usually drove Mecedes.....that servicing was always $300....Cadillac is a very nice change. I now don't have to have the next for 1 years.
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Post by Blonde Granny on Sept 12, 2021 8:12:19 GMT -5
The "time to change the oil" notification came on yesterday.....I did think I had another month or 2 but will need to get appointment with dealer, perhaps this upcoming week. If there is any other things to be done, I'll have that taken care of too.
I have 12,000mi on the car and it is 2 years old. I escrow (my term) for car repair at $400 year so the money is there to have all of this done.
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Post by Blonde Granny on Sept 9, 2021 10:27:53 GMT -5
Punta Gorda, Fl. was our first choice......and I'd be there again if I had a Genie who had 3 wishes left.
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Post by Blonde Granny on Aug 31, 2021 17:36:50 GMT -5
I spent some time today reviewing receipts I had never added to my YNAB account.I What a boring job that was. I also paid my 3 credit cards....ouch!. I contacted the electrician and told him the area on the side of the house was now ready to install lights for that area. There were no lights there when the house was built and I want them so the my little chi chi can go out that door at night/early morning . Those lights should have been installed when the house was built. Likely my late DH was the one who didn't think they were necessary. That side of the house has a door straight into the sun room and not very safe. This should help....that Chelsie!
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Post by Blonde Granny on Aug 29, 2021 7:56:33 GMT -5
My tire expenditure amount was incorrect. Not $1600 it was $614 for 2 tires.
Money: praying that you somehow are safe and others in that path also.
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Post by Blonde Granny on Aug 28, 2021 17:54:49 GMT -5
I stopped first at Joanne. There was a package etc. that was full of all sorts of goodies for sale @ $10. I think I'll go back and get it tomorrow morning. I thought what Hobby Lobby had looked a little cheap and cheesy. bought a simple one at Staples just in case I decide not to do this at all....
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Post by Blonde Granny on Aug 28, 2021 8:35:15 GMT -5
I had no idea what these planners are capable of doing....(and the person too). So, before I take off to day to see what is out there, do any of you have a do and don't list?
I know about Erin Condren and some others "bloom" and wandered around the Amazon site. I love colors and flowers but also classy things in gold and ivory.
Thanks ladies...
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Post by Blonde Granny on Aug 27, 2021 14:47:30 GMT -5
I get my 3rd shot this upcoming Monday afternoon @ 12PM. My. Dr.s office is giving them via "drive through" again. I'm almost 77 and have had multiple medical problems throughout the years....so line me up.
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Post by Blonde Granny on Aug 26, 2021 7:38:15 GMT -5
I had some serious car trouble yesterday, and without going into details....my car that has 10K miles on it needed 2 front tires. Since I have a very expensive care, the total for tires was $1600.00. Thank goodness the money is available to cover the cost.
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Post by Blonde Granny on Aug 16, 2021 16:51:43 GMT -5
I have now washed 5 pr. off black skinny jeans and 5 pair of navy ones. The clothes for the neighbor and her cleaning lady have been given away. Tomorrow is another day of clean up and clean out. Little buy little I'm making progress.
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Post by Blonde Granny on Aug 16, 2021 12:22:29 GMT -5
I was not able to find the missing leather planner......Other than that topic, I am almost done with the last 2 closets.
It was lab day today, then a stop at the bank to close out a CD. Simply put the money into a savings account for now. Dr. appointment will be next Monday, and I can hardly wait to see the lab results this upcoming Wednesday
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Post by Blonde Granny on Aug 15, 2021 7:35:04 GMT -5
My plan for today is to go on a Treasure Hunt......a number of years ago my late DH gave me a beautiful leather day planner for Christmas, and while looking for something else yesterday I remembered it. I'm not certain I still have it, but I'm going to be looking for it.
I likely will be surprised at what else I find today.
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Post by Blonde Granny on Aug 12, 2021 9:59:43 GMT -5
My cleaning ladies were about 4 hours late on Tuesday, and when I told them that, they didn't understand etc. Shortly after they left their supervisor called. I finally told her that I didn't need they since I'm staying home and have no further use for them.
I'd rather not have to clean my own house but it's small and easy. I can easily use the $142 per month and save that money for other things.
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Post by Blonde Granny on Aug 1, 2021 7:11:25 GMT -5
I have a landscaping project that should start Tuesday. It has been paid for as the money has come from a Trust from my late Aunt. After that, unless the house catches on fire, there will be no more expenses this month.
As bad as the virus situation looks, I likely will not be heading to Nebraska in Sept., but time will tell.
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Post by Blonde Granny on Jul 28, 2021 7:48:48 GMT -5
I've managed to keep the last few days until control and the month end bills are on auto pay, so those are done. I had planned to visit my family in Sept, but with the new virus problems and mask rules, it may be another 6 months before I am comfortable staying in hotels etc.
At least the end of the month is almost here and my YNAB is ready to start over again.
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Post by Blonde Granny on Jul 16, 2021 7:37:14 GMT -5
I spent more at The Fresh Market yesterday than I intended, total was $86. Most of it was from the meat dept. but there is enough to last me easily to the end of the year if not longer. I'll get to WMT and get the items for some homemade soup and also Potato casserole. I divide the casserole into individual containers, same with the soups.
The Dr.s office called yesterday and my Covid test was negative.....quite happy to hear it, especially due to being so close to the lady was ill. Very happy I had both pzifer shots in January.
According to YNAB I am still under budget for the month.
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Post by Blonde Granny on Jul 14, 2021 15:22:10 GMT -5
I have finally entered all my out going spending today. So far, the month is doing quite well. I have one more trip tomorrow morning to the Fresh Market to purchase some nice items that WMT carries, and then I should be done spending until the end of the month.
I did see the cardio Dr. pacemaker yesterday and surprising to me I've lost about 10 # in the last year.....and I believe it's due to drinking 16 oz. of water per day. Thank and now walking my adorable dog 2 Xs per day.
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Post by Blonde Granny on Jul 12, 2021 6:51:42 GMT -5
I finally got my garage freezer cleaned out yesterday. The remaining items either were tossed out from meat that was never cooked or I simply decided it was pointless to try to keep them. So now, it's cleaned out and I can actually see what I have. Any other items put in will be for the winter stash that I will start to get ready.
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Post by Blonde Granny on Jul 11, 2021 19:09:06 GMT -5
Anything that do to travel......it was used more frequently a couple of years ago......but I managed to find it again.
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Post by Blonde Granny on Jul 11, 2021 9:17:11 GMT -5
I hope all of you can put it to use.
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Post by Blonde Granny on Jul 8, 2021 7:18:30 GMT -5
I'm making a real effort (for me) to track my spending in the right categories and also input them into YMAM. I bought a larger wire kennel for my little house friend and she seems to really like it. Since it's larger, she has the space to move around and stretch out.
Now if I can keep from unnecessary spending this month, I can give myself a blue ribbon.
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Post by Blonde Granny on Jul 2, 2021 7:38:18 GMT -5
Trip to the oral surgeon was interesting. The end result was since I am unable to determine which tooth is the one the other Dentist believes it is, nothing aloud be done until I know which one it is......darn thing doesn't hurt, so I'm the winner so far. Oral surgeon will do nothing until I make the final decision.
I had one of 2 garage doors worked on yesterday, final cost was $447, but at least I know it's not going to fall apart and since I seldom use the other garage door, i'm in good shape. Hair cut today and since that salon has raised their prices, this will be the last time for them.
Everyone have a good weekend, and heres hoping our furry friends make it through.
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