Comments on: When Frugality Isn’t Enough

By: Rachel

Rachel — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 16:38:26 +0000

@Dana

I would suggest reading some of Trent’s blog at The Simple Dollar before questioning what he considers “enough.” Trent’s reference to no cable or cell phone was pointing out that “Max” clearly has a good grasp on what is necessary spending and what isn’t. The Simple Dollar has done much to help others get ahold of their priorities in life and to reframe their financial thinking, mostly due to his down-to-earth approach to his own journey out of debt.

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By: Troy

Troy — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 14:50:56 +0000

Nice post.

I think the most important thing to gather from it is:

“Not all mistakes can be undone”

Teaching your children that some choices in life affect the rest of their lives. This post is an example of that. We all live by our choices.

By: Laura

Laura — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 14:30:14 +0000

Great Post!

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Wed, 24 Sep 2008 14:01:00 +0000

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By: Kate

Kate — Sat, 20 Sep 2008 21:53:47 +0000

What a wonderful post, and a huge wake-up to remember how blessed I am. Thanks for the great story and the motivation it provides.

By: Heather P.

Heather P. — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 03:05:23 +0000

Excellent post!
I would agree with some of the other commenters, please make sure that Max is availing himself of all of the social services that he can. Food Stamps, free lunch, child care subsidies as well as phone and electric subsidies.
Angel Food Ministries is absolutely one of the best values.
It is wonderful that this man is turning his life around and stepping up to the plate for his girls.

By: Todd A

Todd A — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 02:05:53 +0000

That is an awesome post. I really hope things work out for your friend. You might even set up a web-based donation option, so other caring readers could help him start an emergency fund.

By: Kat

Kat — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 01:00:33 +0000

Great post!

Shows that financial status is not just earning and saving strategies, but also about building one’s character and relationships.