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So I have done pretty good at the "Good Money" Steward. I have cut my expenses as much as possible.

Found ways to cut utilities, groceries, gas, entertainment, baby needs. I am on a good path for that.

I have also been practicing Good Stewardship over my children....they are definitely a blessing from God. So, we have been learning, taking family walks, spending family time together. We cook and make food to freeze and soon can together. I've always done all the necessary things, but sometimes I overlooked the needed things....attention, love, and time. Balance can be hard, especially when you are on your own. We are well on our way :)

Now Good Stewardship over me. I take care of myself pretty well. However, I need to quit smoking which helps with Good Stewardship #1 (Money) and my health. I also have a few more pounds to go to be back to my pre-baby size. I have only about 5-8 pounds to go, but I am determined to be fit and in shape. I've always said I don't care what the scale says...I care what the mirror says.

I am growing spiritually and that is awesome. I have a new hobby, which allows me a release and time to NOT THINK. I have old friends and new friends I hang out with. I am ready for college to start in August when my financial aide kicks in. All set to go on that. Now I would really just like to find some really nice guys to date. I feel I have good balance in most areas. Health and love are next.

Wish me luck!

Life's purpose

Life is a test, a trust and temporary.

A test in how we handle trials and tribulations. A trust in the things God has already given us today. Temporary because we will all die and spend eternity wherever we choose to do so (ie: heaven or hell).

So today I continue to focus on how I am and can be a good steward with the money God has blessed me with.

But I am also going to focus on what I am thankful for, what I am looking forward to, and what I want to do in my lifetime.

Taking time to re-evaluate, appreciate and focus can be the best time spent when wanting to develop your life to its fullest. I challenge you to do the same.

Good Stewardship~Money

I guess the easiest place to start figuring out if I am a good steward, when it comes to the things God has given me, is money.

I began tithing last month for the first time in a long time. My faith hasn't been there for doing that (which is absolutely no excuse because I have known what is right). Now that I am at my lowest point financially, I have decided this was the best time to give in faith.

I pay all of my bills on time and I don't run up debt.

So, where are some areas I can improve on in order to be a good steward?

1) Stop eating out so much. I love food and I love to cook but I allow my circumstances and "feelings" determine if I am going to put forth the little effort it takes to prepare my own meals. It is expensive and it is most of the time unsatisfing anyways.

2) I need to cancel or switch things that are costly that I don't need, while providing things I do need.

3) I need to do my house projects one at a time and as the money provides itself. Life is not lived in a day and my home and personal belongings don't have to be accumulated all right now.

5) Give as God leads me to do. Spend as God "oks" me to do.  Save and invest as he directs me to do. And appreciate and take care of what I have today, because so many other people in the world would think I have it all.

These are my goals to begin this week....I'll keep you posted on my progress...

One bite at a time :)