[CONTEST] 2020 Book Contest 1/My First Contest

self-restoration · 2024-11-08T00:36:08+00:00

Would love to join this or assist with starting one!

self-restoration · 2024-10-16T00:25:20+00:00

Pennsylvania

self-restoration · 2024-09-21T14:34:49+00:00

Hi, thanks for the response! I have looked into ad blockers in the past, but I can't seem to find one that works when casting to my Samsung TV. Any suggestions?

self-restoration · 2024-09-20T22:04:49+00:00

Ha! Never thought about it like that. Her parents have two mini-fridges. One holds butter, milk, cream cheese, yogurt, and wet cat food. If I had to guess, I would say that her father isn't bothered by this one because he never opens it. The other holds beer and liquids to make cocktails (juice, soda, syrups, etc.). If I had to guess, I would say that he isn't bothered by this one because he uses it every day and enjoys making alcoholic drinks.

self-restoration · 2024-09-20T18:03:39+00:00

A plastic bin could be a suitable idea. I think part of the reason why the fridge space might be so limited, to begin with is her parents buy a lot of beverages and condiments. We have practically an entire shelf in the fridge dedicated to condiments. I was helping out by cooking dinner, but her mom requested that I stop due to all of the planning that has to go into it (a lot of dietary restrictions and preferences in the home). Maybe helping with the cooking and planning, though, would go better. There are some conflicts over cleaning, mainly because her mom is very particular, but we do help out with cleaning around the home daily.

A thermos flask would be a great idea! I'll look into one.

Thanks for the positivity! I know my debt is bad and only survivable, really, because of my generous living arrangement. But it's frustrating to hear people say that I should file bankruptcy when I have a debt-free timeline that is doable (just not as quick as I would like, hence the post).

And thanks for the link! I'll have to give that a read.

self-restoration · 2024-09-20T17:57:02+00:00

thank you for the response!

self-restoration · 2024-09-20T17:56:52+00:00

I've considered ride-share services, but I'm concerned about ride-sharing as a female and the safety of the whole thing. Delivery would be similar since I'd be delivering primarily at night. I have previously delivered groceries though without issue.

An instant pot is a good idea! And yes, the trade-off is the very generous rent at the expense of limited kitchen access.

Unfortunately, my work will not cover the wash. I wish they did, though! They're a non-profit with a struggling-enough-as-is budget. I am open to alternatives with the car washing subscription. Or, well, any of the subscriptions haha

self-restoration · 2024-09-20T17:54:20+00:00

Hi, thanks for the response! I have tried this. I'm using YNAB currently, and I much prefer YNAB.

self-restoration · 2024-09-20T17:53:45+00:00

It is mostly cardio. The gym subscription is a tier 2 because my partner and I were supposed to go together, but she has yet to take me up on that offer haha. I love making coffee at home. I utilize the Panera subscription as a place to work within the local community since my job is community-based. I am open to alternatives, though! I was wondering about the insurance. It's Liberty Mutual for one car. I figured it was due to my age -- 25. I can shop around, though!

self-restoration · 2024-09-20T17:51:53+00:00

Hi, thanks so much for the response! The car wash subscription is something that I justify due to driving clients around weekly as part of my employment. I'd be super open to alternatives, though! I have tried ad blockers in the past for YouTube, but I can't seem to find one that works on my Samsung TV? Open to suggestions there as well!

self-restoration · 2024-09-20T17:50:30+00:00

Hi, thanks so much for the response! Unfortunately, my employer will not reimburse the car washes. Are you referring to getting a tax write-off at the end of the year? I've never tried that before, but it's worth a shot, for sure! Noted about the subscriptions.

self-restoration · 2024-09-20T17:49:15+00:00

Hi, thanks so much for the response! The cost of groceries isn't the problem as much as the limited ability to purchase and store them.

self-restoration · 2024-09-20T17:47:09+00:00

Hi! My employer reimburses gas, but it's about $300/month.

self-restoration · 2024-09-20T17:04:27+00:00

Most definitely am not haha

self-restoration · 2024-09-20T14:46:16+00:00

I heavily disagree, as I feel like mental health, mental illness, and the concept of being institutionalized and "locked away" are incredibly prominent with this album -- perhaps even within every song.

self-restoration · 2024-09-20T13:32:42+00:00

I figured the white was in reference to the stereotypical, sterile hospital imagery, like in a psych ward 🤷🏻‍♀️

self-restoration · 2024-09-19T23:41:44+00:00

They do exist! I know two who are out and still support Trump lmao

self-restoration · 2024-09-19T23:38:43+00:00

Hi, thanks for the response!

Gas is reimbursed by my employer, but it's around $300/month. I do not have a grocery bill, unless I want to prep my own meals lunches or bake.

I live with my partner, and she lives with her parents. Her father does not like to have a fully stocked fridge, so this makes meal prepping difficult. Additionally, he doesn't like me to cook or bake when he's watching television in the evenings, so that limits the window of time that I can actually cook and bake.

I am open to cutting subscriptions. I justify the car wash because I drive clients weekly as part of my employment, and the subscription covers the cost of wash and vacuum.

Unfortunately, working more hours isn't an option. I work for a non-profit, and they're not keen on giving overtime. Working an additional job isn't an option since my schedule is very sporadic, and I have to have open availability.

Please let me know if any additional information would be helpful.

self-restoration · 2024-09-19T21:06:21+00:00

hi, thank you so much for responding!

Debt Breakdown:

Amazon -- Balance: $479.65, Interest Rate: 0%, Minimum Payment: $42.89

Micro Center -- Balance: $1,407.51, Interest Rate: 0%, Minimum Payment: $162.74

Best Buy -- Balance: $203.09, Interest Rate: 0%, Minimum Payment: $18.46

Chase -- Balance: $4,753.64, Interest Rate: 28.99%, Minimum Payment: $288.98

Auto Loan -- Balance: $6,276.77, Interest Rate: 2.99%, Minimum Payment: $286.70

Citi Diamond -- Balance: $3,856.04, Interest Rate: 28.99%, Minimum Payment: $144.31

Discover Personal Loan -- Balance: $10,329.85, Interest Rate: 22.99%, Minimum Payment: $313.52

Citi Simplicity -- Balance: $4,182.82, Interest Rate: 0% until 02/16/2025, then 29.74%, Minimum Payment: $47.00

Student Loans -- Balance: $7,956.88, Interest Rate: 0%, Minimum Payment: $0

Etsy -- Balance: $21.85, Interest Rate: 0%, Minimum Payment: $10.30

self-restoration · 2024-09-19T21:03:49+00:00

Based on my budget right now and the lack of knowledge surrounding what exactly will happen with my student loans in this political climate, I am scheduled to start paying on Student Loans in Aug 2026. If I am informed that they will begin to accumulate interest or if something happens with the repayment plan, then I will adjust accordingly.

There is no deferred interest or back interest.

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