I know some of you want to know what's going on with us...Well, I have a few updates. Yesterday my Hubby found out that his last day, more than likely, will be June 28th. It's not absolutely set in stone but it seems like it's pretty set.
Turned out that they do payroll on the 1st of the month but in May whoever is in charge forgot to mail them before he went on a vacation. Their loss, our gain :) It truly is a blessing because it means two extra paycheck and a full size bonus. Plus it gives my Hubby a whole extra month to look for a job. So far he's applied to a few places but nothing came out out of it yet :(
Still, a lot to be grateful for. We've been working on a June budget, and it's going to be a tight one. Last month I made $425 (my best month yet). So we decided that we will use this money towards the basics. In our food budget we will have $50 a week set aside plus another $50 a month for stockpiling or canning if needed. Our food budget also includes other necessities like toilet paper or diapers. I went back on the couponing wagon again. I actually cancelled our newspaper subscription a couple of months ago but we now receive a free paper with coupons in it. And then there is always ebay :). I still only use coupons we need (this week I used them for cereal, yogurt and milk). Plus I will take advantage of all the rebates I can find.
Then we set aside $130 for all the miscellaneous expenses. This doesn't include house bills (I wish...) or gas but it should cover anything and everything like dog food or gifts, or clothes (hopefully none). You get the picture. It's the tightest budget we've ever had in our life but, I think, we should be fine.
I hope to make just as much this month but I will really have to work hard...But I'm grateful that I have a part-time job that helps us to stay on track and patch the holes in our tiny budget.
Are you done with your June budget?
Good stuff, Lena!! :) Yes, our budget is pretty tight this month as well. Our budget is taking a big drop, so i'm *trying* to get my budget 'set in stone' for the year now. Just have to give it the "once over" with hubby and i'll be posting as well. Good luck with your extra income!! :)
ReplyDeleteI think, you got a great plan there. Good luck with your extra income too :)
DeleteI am so glad you have part time work. This will keep you afloat for a while and He will find work. Just the fact that you are willing makes a great difference.
ReplyDeleteMe too! It would be much harder without it!
DeleteI hear ya about having a tight budget, but I know you can do it. You guys are starting off great. You have a plan and I will keep your family in my prayers. I know your hubby will find something soon:>
ReplyDeleteThank you, Danielle!
DeleteYou are such an inspiration! And you keep on giving through your tough times (previous post), that is so important!
ReplyDeleteNan
Thank you, Nan:)
DeleteWe are trying to make our budget as tight as possible so that we can pay down my student loans ;)
ReplyDeleteAnd you are so close! I'm so excited for you!!!
DeleteThat's great he gets to stay for another month. My husband had a similar situation when he got laid off. It really helped us adjust our budget to have some money coming in before it all stopped.
ReplyDeleteOh, yes! It will give us enough money to last for at least two more months( on top of what I already planned)! I hope, he can find something during that period.
DeleteI hear you Lena! we are a 1 income family and every single needs to be stretch as much as possible! You are doing an amazing job! Sending positive thoughts your way!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Lizzy! Stretching every penny is another full-time job, lol :)
DeleteLena, good luck with the budget and for the job hunting too. Take care
ReplyDeleteThank you,Carole!
DeleteI'm glad that they are laying off your husband later rather and sooner. And I think it must help to have some kind of date in mind to help with the planning. Good luck. Times may be tough for a little while, but I have faith that the tough times won't last long.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Rhonda!
DeleteI'm glad hubby is getting a couple more weeks of employment than you thought, at least that gives you another full pay plus 2 more weeks on the insurance. Your positive attitude is awesome!
ReplyDeleteRhonda
Thank you, Rhonda! These few weeks will be very important for us!
DeleteI really wish he wasn't losing his job at all and more so definitely not on June 28th... That should be a happy day as it is my birthday. I'll make sure to include your family in my birthday wishes cause I really want to see that you make it through. I know you will though so don't lose hope.
ReplyDeleteYou've come so far since I first found this blog. It is amazing and I am happy to be still around reading. Sorry I wasn't commenting much but I still read basically every post :)
Well, thank you, my friend :) Don't worry about not commenting. I know how hectic life can get, especially when you go to school! But I'm glad to see you back :)
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