How to Pay Off Debt and Still Have a Life
Too often we think we cannot have a life if we are working on paying off our debt. The trick is take the family out to do really cheap or better yet, free activities.
There is no price on quality family time. You could go to a park and fly kites, have a picnic or just sit down together and play a board game.
A few years ago, I thought that we had to spend money to have any fun. I have really opened my eyes to the joys of living a simple life. We don’t buy any fancy clothes… we drive a 2003 vehicle… we hardly ever go out to eat, but we are happy to be together.
I gotta tell you, it feels good to know your visa credit cards don’t have to be your ticket to happniess. So pack a lunch and spend some time with your kids. Not shopping, but having some free high quality fun time together. That’s what I plan to today myself.
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I read in a book that another free thing couples can do is go to open houses together and get ideas for decorating or remodeling. No credit card required to do that.
Hello-
Yes, you can have a fun time and not spend a lot of money. Matinee movies are fun when the kids get off of school early. Museums also offer special nights where kids get in free. Living frugal does not mean you cannot have fun anymore.
Thanks,
Adam
Another chunk of $$$ paid off. You only need like $3,000 per month for the next 7 months to make your 2 year deadline. I’m pretty sure you can do that easily
Clefty - Yep, I can do it.
Amy, I love your site. Sometimes the free things to do are the best. I took my 3 year old daughter to the park tonight and it was great fun.
Congrats on your debt free status (early but I’m confident you’ll pull it off)
Love your site - and great to see your personal goals! I’m in a similar position and will be coming back here for sure!