Only one of those things had to happen and my budget would be shattered. I could get back on track because I became very adept at making some extra money to cover those bills. If I had money left over from a tax refund or a work bonus, I would put it into savings to help cover emergencies.
What helped me to keep perspective at that time was my priorities. I had four priorities when making my budget for every paycheck.
Vehicle maintenance is very important to your vehicle’s health and overall sustainability. The better you take care of your vehicles, the longer they last and the better they run, thus saving you money. With regular care and maintenance, your car can last you several years.
Gardening is an essential skill. You need to know how to grow your own food. If times get hard, you can supplement your grocery bill by growing your own vegetables. You also get the satisfaction of knowing you grew something. (It’s the best feeling ever!)
Vital records are the documents that prove who you are as a citizen. You need them for many things, like proving who you are, voter registration, flying domestically and internationally, and entering federal facilities. You also need identification to visit someone in prison, enter nuclear facilities, and secure a job.
With everything happening in the world, being prepared is not only prudent but also smart. You can choose to be afraid, but you will be safer, more secure, and better able to handle almost anything if you are prepared. I believe most people want to be prepared, but simply aren’t sure how to do it themselves. I want to help you!
Dear Kiddos, I know you all know that I am a fountain of advice and knowledge. Otherwise, you wouldn’t call home and ask me things. However, I thought about all the things I have experienced and the mistakes I have made in life. I have done things the right way and definitely the wrong way. I have made people happy and really hurt people who didn’t deserve it, including you four at times. Sometimes, I have had to be the…