Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 30, 2015

In 2015 I’m challenging myself to rethink purchases by taking advantage of more cost effective solutions like borrowing, buying second hand, or just making do with what we already have. We also made a few new needed purchases for our home, such as a new patio umbrella and a cover for our gas grill.

Thrifting 100

Thrifting April Thrift Stores Financial Goals 100

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 26, 2016

I have made a pact with myself that if I don’t already own something that I need, I will either: make do with what I have, find said item at a thrift store, borrow, or forget about it. And if forgetting about it isn’t an option, only then will I step foot into a store to purchase it. Home Projects.

Financial Goals 100

Financial Goals Goals 2016 Debt 100

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 17, 2018

I want to challenge myself to rethink our purchases by taking advantage of more cost effective solutions, like borrowing, buying second hand, or just making do with what we already have. While I love thrift stores, I can be easily swayed to run into Target, TJ Maxx, and/or Kohl’s when I feel like I need something.

Financial Goals 113

Financial Goals Goals 2018 Debt 113

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 8, 2020

I feel like I made a lot of trips to the thrift store to donate our stuff, but my house will tell you otherwise. After reading, Zero Waste Home: The Ultimate Guide to Simplifying Your Life by Reducing Your Waste. That book has changed my outlook on reusing, recycling, making do, and rethinking one use products.

Financial Goals 130

Financial Goals Goals 2020 2019 130