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April 08 Budget

April's Budget




A couple of changes this month:



Car Note: I have no car note this month. My first car payment is due May 10.

Gas: I don't even wanna get into.

Medical: This month I am catching my daughter and myself up on our health check-ups. I have made appointments with the dentist to get my teeth cleaned and my daughter's examined. She will go to her pediatrician for a wellness check-up and I have an appointment with my doctor for a check-up. I need to set up an appointment with a vision center to have my eyes checked and get some new glasses and contacts. And it's time for my yearly pap smear. My budget will account for the copay for all those visits and 3 prescriptions (if needed).

Clothing: It is about that time. The Florida heat has come back and my daughter's long sleeve shirts and long jeans will not be cutting it. And I need some new blouses for church. Hence the new temporary category.


Alrighty yall. Night
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CT Mom said…
Hi Dimples - no car note, awesome! Yes, it's only a 1 month reprieve, but it gives you that much more flexibility.

BTW, you've been tagged - come on over to my blog to check it out ... thanks!
April 8, 2008 at 9:20 AM
SavingDiva said…
It sounds like your budget is extremely well thought through. Congrats! I always forget the little things like clothing (yeah, I'm over budget by about $85 for April already)...
April 8, 2008 at 10:26 AM
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