I took some time to look back at our finances this past month and realized that my DH had not made any charges to his CC or any debits that were not planned. I usually have at least a couple of surprises...but there weren't any! This makes budgeting so much easier!

When I looked at our checking history, where there used to be pages of activity...there is now just a couple...and they are all planned expenses (DH did decide to pick up his lunch at the grocery store twice)

We have one account set up for weekly expenses (groceries, household stuff) and that is where my small weekly check is deposited.

Then, we have a second checking that DH's paycheck goes and that covers monthly bills and savings.

Each account is starting to read like a book...2-3 grocery debits/checks each month and an allowance draw...from the weekly account. and monthly debits from the bill account.

While I had tried to get this to be the case prior to joining this site...for some reason, this month is our first fully successful month...and I know it is because this site has provided the next level of inspiration and focus.

The other really sweet benefit...is that I have met some pretty darn nice folks here. This is my first adventure into posting and blogging...and it has been such a treat.