We are NOT doing well with our new reduced budget. It sucks actually, how poorly we are doing. Since the baby has been born we have so bad at buying take out coffees (at least $7 a visit), baby stuff, take out meals or meals out, and things for ourselves like clothes (me), and items like kitchen stuff (Mr W). To top it all off, we have been spending more on gas than ever before since we drive a lot when the baby is fussy. And I didn't budget for diapers, wipes, or baby formula. What was I thinking?
To be honest, it shouldn't be surprising. Unless we are vigilant at watching our finances, our problem is that we spend without thinking much about it. Now that our attention suddenly has been diverted wholly to caring for this new person in our life, we just have lapsed into some of our old habits. Money watching for us is necessary, and a chore, something that must be worked at. And when we take a break from this job, things start looking pretty nasty once again. And since I am the primary money watcher AND primary baby feeder it is no wonder things have gone awry.
I just looked at our debt numbers for August, and our debt actually increased for the first time in over a year. Sheeeiiiiittt. Ok, now I have noticed the problem, we need to start addressing it.
I've recently been eating REALLY badly, and my weight is creeping up. I've caught myself and am trying to correct it though: awareness is the first step to making a change.
Jerry
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