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DirecTV Upgrades Me Without Telling Me About It

By Mrs. Accountability on July 7th, 2010

I had this vague memory of posting here at my blog about getting three new satellite boxes from DirecTV but I cannot find the post! I guess I never posted about it.

Okay, so the back story first. A couple of months ago I wanted to watch a Pay Per View movie. I looked [CLICK TO CONTINUE...]

My Clothing Category Will Be Up In May

By Mrs. Accountability on June 3rd, 2010

My birthday was last month, I turned 47. My mother, mother-in-law and my boss gave me cash adding up to close to $100. I’m no good at applying birthday money to credit card debt, I admit it.

Since embarking on my heal my gut crusade, I’ve managed to drop some pounds and all my [CLICK TO CONTINUE...]

Does Your Bank Have Paperless Withdrawals?

By Mrs. Accountability on May 24th, 2010

Every Thursday I withdraw $200 from our checking account to give to Mr. A for the groceries he will be buying and his “allowance”.

Some time ago, withdrawal slips were removed from the customer area, I was told they are viewed as a “check” so they don’t like to have them readily available. You [CLICK TO CONTINUE...]

I Ordered From Zenni Optical Again

By Mrs. Accountability on May 3rd, 2010

Just about one year ago, I ordered from Zenni Optical for the first time. Initially they shipped me the wrong order but after my call to customer service they got everything figured out, I returned the wrong order and our glasses finally arrived.

I’ve been wanting to get a pair of prescription sunglasses ever [CLICK TO CONTINUE...]

I Thought Carbonite Would Be A Great Idea

By Mrs. Accountability on March 9th, 2010

I have been worried about my computer lately since it has been doing some weird things, like stalling and freezing and taking a long time to do anything. I kept hearing about Carbonite and decided to try the 15 day free trial since it would be a tragedy to lose all of our financial [CLICK TO CONTINUE...]

How Can I Use My Leftover Yarn? Donate Preemie Hats

By Mrs. Accountability on February 27th, 2010

One great way to use up leftover yarn is to make preemie hats and donate them to hospitals.

Wool Works: Knitting for Charity has a comprehensive list for organizations throughout the United States that accept donations for children in need. You might also consider asking your local hospital(s) if they have need for preemie [CLICK TO CONTINUE...]

How I Spent My $25 Big Lots Gift Card

By Mrs. Accountability on February 23rd, 2010

I thought I’d share with you how I spent my gift card from Big Lots. Mr. A was with me, and wanted the miniature shovel for $8.00.

I bought two pillows, one for me and one for Big A. I usually buy $5 pillows from Walmart, but I thought these Ralph Lauren pillows would [CLICK TO CONTINUE...]

Do You Ever Spend a Set Amount of Money More Than Once?

By Mrs. Accountability on November 25th, 2009

I have noticed over the years that I have a bad habit of doing something when extra money comes in. For example, last month an extra $30 landed in my PayPal account. So I thought I’d go ahead and buy those Wii games that I mentioned on my spending spree. But I’d forgotten that [CLICK TO CONTINUE...]

I've Been on a Spending Spree in the Last Week

By Mrs. Accountability on November 20th, 2009

Just a little one. It started with my boss buying Christmas presents for Big A. She wondered what she could get him. I’d seen these at Walmart 2 for $30 Wii Bundles and 2 for $25 Wii Bundles. You have to pick two games they are offering. I’d already asked AJ about them, he [CLICK TO CONTINUE...]

$30 Bucks to A Good Cause… Because I Had To

By Mrs. Accountability on October 2nd, 2009

If you are visiting from the 85th Money Hacks Carnival hosted at The Dough Roller, welcome to Out of Debt Again! Thank you DR for including my post in today’s carnival!

During this past week I was waylaid by my boss soliciting charity goods. I admit it, I ordered the $10 loaf of Bavarian [CLICK TO CONTINUE...]