It's funny the things that I will spend money on. For instance, DD broke the turntable in the microwave a few months ago. I found a replacement on eBay for $26 but I won't get it. I have rigged it up rather than purchase a new one.

Yet, I don't have a problem justifying the new computer that I bought DH for Christmas. There wasn't anything wrong with his old one! He and I don't even exchange gifts at Christmas. I just thought he would like it. And to make matters worse, I got it on credit, from Dell. Bad choice.

It doesn't make any sense to me why I can spend hundreds or thousands of dollars yet be frugal with $5.00! I feel bad no matter how much I spend.

I'm also trying to learn that just because it's on sale/clearance does NOT mean I HAVE to buy it. I was in the habit of buying the kids clothes out of season from sales/clearance racks. But then I realized I overshop this way. My 6 year old DD has around 15 pairs of jeans!!

I'm ashamed of my spending habits. I find myself hiding purchases from DH out of guilt. Since I don't work, I really feel bad after buying things I know we don't need.

I hope I don't battle this for life. I hope that I am able to create new spending habits to model for both our young DD. Perhaps when they are adults they will not fall into this trap.