Comments on: The “If You Walk There, You Can Spend It” Budget

By: J. Money

J. Money — Sat, 17 Aug 2013 15:10:21 +0000

In reply to Alicia. HAH! I get squished loaves all the time even when driving to the store ;) Good job being so frugal and conscientious!

By: Alicia

Alicia — Sat, 17 Aug 2013 06:44:01 +0000

I implemented this idea when I was car-less a couple times in my life. I carefully shopped so that I could carry the groceries home. Occasionally on the bus Learned to bake bread because of all the squished loaves. Saved $$, burned calories, thought carefully about the need to carry soda home. Came to appreciate tap water, sun tea and other light, frugal choices. Plus less waste of food. E

By: J. Money

J. Money — Thu, 15 Aug 2013 18:38:50 +0000

In reply to Katie (AsktheYoPro). I think you should turn it into a new blog post for your site too ;)

By: Katie (AsktheYoPro)

Katie (AsktheYoPro) — Thu, 15 Aug 2013 00:35:17 +0000

The whole walking to earn your purchases concept is pretty interesting. What if instead of speaking literally you thought of it metaphorically? If you complete a certain goal, then you’re aloud to make a purchase. It’s like a reward system. It’s an interesting thought to think about and I don’t think it’s a crazy idea at all.

Also, I like the “moral of the story” you come away with here; try to use creative ways to save and manage money spending. You definitely have to be creative when trying to save.

By: J. Money

J. Money — Thu, 08 Aug 2013 19:46:57 +0000

In reply to miranda@beyondworklifebalance.com. Wow, good for you. What about when it rains and snows?? Are you that hardcore? :)

By: J. Money

J. Money — Thu, 08 Aug 2013 19:46:23 +0000

In reply to stephanie. Awwww thanks!!! Welcome back to an audit-free zone! :) Glad to have you, my friend.

By: J. Money

J. Money — Thu, 08 Aug 2013 19:44:54 +0000

In reply to Daisy @ Young Finances. That's the gist! :)

By: J. Money

J. Money — Thu, 08 Aug 2013 19:44:15 +0000

In reply to Christine @ ThePursuitofGreen. HAH! Just do me a favor and don't tell him you got it from me, okay? :)

By: J. Money

J. Money — Thu, 08 Aug 2013 19:40:08 +0000

In reply to Stefanie. The only part w/ the subway thing that can backfire though is if you get unlimited passes :) Though not sure they have those anymore? It's been a good 10 years since I last lived in NYC.

By: J. Money

J. Money — Thu, 08 Aug 2013 19:39:14 +0000

In reply to Pat. Nice! I love that backpack vision... And still can't believe you live on a boat, Mel. So cool!