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Old 12-03-2006, 07:30 AM
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Default Re: How frugal are we really?

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Originally Posted by BCHGRL
My frugality is relative. Compared to some coworkers who spend $10 on lunch every day, I am very frugal. I am sure that in comparison to many of you I am not frugal at all.

I strive to balance frugality with enjoying the fruit of my labor. For instance, I could drink tap water which tastes awful at my house or I could stop at the convenience store and buy a bottled water everyday. Instead, I buy bottled water in bulk each week and take it with me. I am being somewhat frugal without totally compromising what I enjoy.
I agree with BCHGRL - I pack my lunch everyday (not one of those lean cuisine meals!). If I'm to eat out a meal at work, it's usually breakfast which is cheaper - although this is rare. I will usually just get a Wawa coffee.

I clip coupons, wait for things to go on sale, and do not spend a lot on entertainment compared to my other 20-somethings. It's not frugal but it's saving money.
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