Random Articles

I have run across a lot of great articles recently -- most of which I want to share with the blog-world (or just keep the link for someday when I want to re-read them, I really hate when my bookmark list gets too long).  Today's two articles are all about money... or more accurately saving money and getting out of debt.

I make it no secret that one of my biggest long term goals right now is getting myself out of debt.  It is going to be a while before I can yell "I'm Deb Free" from the top of my lungs -- but everyday and every month I am getting closer and closer.  How exciting! 

That being said, when I see articles on MSN or other blogs about this topic, I almost always click on them to see if they have any great (and new) tips.  These two are worth a puruse, if you will.

1) Trick Yourself Into Saving More Mony, msn.com
I liked this article because I saw some tips I hadn't seen -- or maybe more accurately taken notice of lately.  My personal favorite is the "round up extra cash" idea.  I may try this for a month or two... see if the feeling of being strapped for cash is outweighed when I magically have some extra money at the end of each month to put away in savings for grad school or pay down debt.  Does anyone do this?  Do you like it?

2) Cash is King, Johnny B. Truant Blog
I like this article more because I agree with it whole heartedly.  Now that I am using the envelope system for eating out, entertainment, groceries and clothing I feel RICH!   No, really -- I DO!  I am certainly not making any more money or saving it better.  I just can SEE the money and know where it is going.  I feel RICH... and I like that feeling.

And since we are talking about finances and getting out debt -- let me introduce you two new blogs I have found that I like -- both are people/families blogging about their adventures while they go debt free. 

Man vs. Debt
Debt Free Adventure

That's all I got right now folks!  I should do a detailed update on how I am doing with my get out of debt plan.  I am working on two bigger credit card debts right now, so it has been a while since I have reached any great milestones.  But I promise I am still plugging away and I am feeling pretty good about it!