In an Age of Austerity, the Misery ThriveI find this article fascinating because more and more I find myself researching different ways to save money, even if most of the tips are not feasible for a college student. Just last week I spent hours on a site with healthy and cost-saving recipes, planning (of course) for living on my own next year. I actually think this is a problem, and more than an obsession. Who knows if it'll fade once the recession disappears. Hopefully not, because I'm learning a lot!
Millions of Americans have trimmed expenses because they have had their jobs or hours cut, or fear they will. But a subset of savers are reducing costs not just with purpose, but with relish. These are the gleefully frugal. (read more)
Good news of Friday? I haven't spent a dime all week, and I got paid this week!
Bad news? I wrote a check for my car payment, which I plan on mailing tomorrow. Expect an update soon. Plus, I gotta shell out some dollar bills for a haircut tomorrow as well.
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