Taking a Break from Frugality

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I am throwing frugality out of the window right now

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I had a good plan for how to handle my maternity leave. I prepared and strategized based on my experience with my last two kids. This time is turning out to be a little different.

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Taking a Break

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There are times when money is not the most important thing in the world.

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In a way, credit card debt is a mixed blessing. On the one hand, it encourages reckless spending and WILL catch up to you at one point. On the other hand, it is a tool that we can use when needed.

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What does this mean for me? Swipe up to read more!

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