Is it cool if I throw a picture of bread at you guys and just start rambling at you? You’ll still love me, right? That’s what I thought. You guys are sweet like that.
I keep thinking about all those Things I’m Afraid to Tell You posts. I didn’t write one myself partly because I didn’t really have time and nothing specific came to mind. As I was paying the bills today and stressing over my student loans and bank account today, I came up with one. I worry about money all the time. Well, scratch that. Sometimes I go a few days without thinking about it, but then when I realize that I haven’t been thinking about it I feel guilty and worry more than I would have.
The thing is that regardless of how much money we have, putting my energy into worrying about it doesn’t really do me any good. I know this. But it doesn’t stop me from feeling like I don’t make enough money and like maybe I should be pursuing something that would bring in the big bucks. Or just bigger bucks.
Do you have something that you’re always worrying about? Tell me about it while I go cut myself another of slice cinnamon swirl bread. It’s that kind of day.
My worry is money, for sure. Not so much about how much I have right now, which isn't a ton, but more so about will I have enough in the future. I'm sure that raising kids is going to be super expensive and then you still have to have enough to retire on! I feel like I'll be working until the day I die sometimes!
Money is my ONE constant stressor! REALLY! I am the same way! We need to ease up, don't we? Clearly, life is good, and we're both fine. :-)
MONEY MONEY MONEY. Seriously my husband calls me a nazi because I stress over it so much! I am the same way I think about it constantly. I am really trying hard to stop, but its always there! ah!
Mmmm. I want some bread!
Money is a top stressor for me. I used to be sooooo much worse than I am now. I think the only thing that really bothers me now is wondering how on earth we will ever afford to buy a house. All the while hoping and praying that someday we have jobs that pay us a little more so we can have kiddos. So I guess it's how money factors into the long term. If that makes sense. Gah.
Money is definitely #1, and then a close #2 is how the husband is doing in school.. So much depends on him passing & getting good scores. I know you understand!
Oh honey, money is always, and will always, be our number one worry. Unless I crank out that New York Times bestsellers, wedding planners (and psychologists) don't exactly make a lot. I think we all know what you are going through, and we understand why you're so scared. Believe me. I'm scared shitless for the summer (sorry), since husband doesn't have a job (he's in school). Scary stuff! But I know it will work out in the end, and I know it will work out for you too. Just keep your chin up!
xoxo,
Joelle
I love those plates! Money is definitely something that Peter and I “talk” about – meaning that it's not one of those casual convos. Peter won't be receiving a paycheck from the Army until September, and we're getting married in a little more than two weeks. It's scary to think about how bills are going to be paid, especially because the job market in our small town is nonexistent. We could move to San Antonio early to find a job for me, but our apartment rent will be sky-high. Why can't there be money trees I can shake for some extra dough? haha Keep your chin up pretty girl, and enjoy that extra slice of cinnamon bread! I'll be living vicariously through you. :)
I feel that money is a huge worry for people our age, early twenties. I want to make a book recommendation (if you're willing to accept it!): The $100 Start Up. I bought it yesterday and I'm already past 100 pages! It gives detailed practical ideas of how to start, but also grow a creative business. The best part? All of the businesses profiled in the book were started with little to no money to start and they are all now making more than 50,000 per year. How's that for some extra money coming in? Haha. Goodbye money worries! Anyway, I think you might find it useful! It's a no-nonsense approach that encourages you to remove your personal limits and just go for it! I hope it helps. :)
Money. get out of my life. but not really. I am like you and worry about it constantly. blogging can be hard too because it seems like everyone is always taking trips and buying the cutest clothes. great post, glad you shared!
Money. get out of my life. but not really. I am like you and worry about it constantly. blogging can be hard too because it seems like everyone is always taking trips and buying the cutest clothes. great post, glad you shared!
I know what you're talking about. I stress about money too! I wish I didn't. But I also just stress a lot. Jordan (my husband) always says I need to stop stressing. haha. Lately I've just been trying to focus more on the things I'm thankful for. Keeps everything in perspective.
Oh yes, I feel ya. My husband and I are both self employed, and for 12 years, we've never quite known where the next paycheck was going to come from. But you know what? God has always provided everything that we need…and then some! DESPITE my worrying :-)
you are sooo funny :)
your blog is super cute!!
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Where would I begin if I wrote down all that I worried about???
nope can't do it, the list is too long. I'm a chronic worrier but I'm working on it. I COMPLETELY get that you worried about the fact that for a few days you didn't worry, that's a classic Brooke move :)
The worry that weighs most heavily on me is that I'll be alone forever. whomp whomp… not meant as a pitty party, it's just my truth. I'm almost 33, I have TERRIBLE luck when it comes to guys (remember the crazy cat killer date? ya prime example). I'm strong and independant and don't need someone to make me “complete” but I have a lot to share with someone is all. Anyways, that's my worry.
I feel ya 100% girl! I worry about money all the time… I worry that we'll never get ahead, never buy a home, never be sucessful! Such negative thoughts, I know. Student loans are about to kick in after I graduate and I'm just crossing my fingers that it pays off! It helps to know other people worry about it too. My mom says to just relax, do your best, and let the universe take it's course… talks with Mom always calm my nerves :)