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Post by wineallthetime on Jan 29, 2018 13:34:15 GMT -6
Ok, stolen from GD. If you have $1,000 of "fun money" to spend, what are you buying? Not taking into account bills or boring house stuff (fun house splurges allowed if that's your thing).
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Post by tgrimes on Jan 29, 2018 13:45:35 GMT -6
I'd probably do a little weekend getaway with MH, someplace within driving distance and spend the bulk of it on fancy food and wine.
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Post by tgrimes on Jan 29, 2018 13:47:18 GMT -6
Or we could do a short cruise out of Galveston.
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Post by tgrimes on Jan 29, 2018 13:47:38 GMT -6
Why am I the only one answering this?
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Post by peachsmama on Jan 29, 2018 13:49:57 GMT -6
A getaway sounds nice! Or a whole new wardrobe.
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Post by vino on Jan 29, 2018 13:52:17 GMT -6
A trip to Vancouver to see my bestie. I miss her and could use some girl time right about now.
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Post by joelies on Jan 29, 2018 13:57:23 GMT -6
I was going to say a new treadmill but the fancy heavy duty ones I like are probably twice that... In that case, I could happily blow it on clothes but I'd need someone to come help me shop because #clueless.
This is a great date night topic, so thanks for bringing it up!
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Post by peachsmama on Jan 29, 2018 13:58:49 GMT -6
I was going to say a new treadmill but the fancy heavy duty ones I like are probably twice that... In that case, I could happily blow it on clothes but I'd need someone to come help me shop because #clueless. This is a great date night topic, so thanks for bringing it up! Yes, if I did clothes I'd have to fly to Cher for help. That'll cut down on how much I have to spend. |
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Post by wineallthetime on Jan 29, 2018 14:05:18 GMT -6
I think I'd do a few nice higher end (but not too expensive) classic staples. Fall coat, rain coat, larger purse, clutch, booties, ect. Not all of those, but a few that'd fit into the budget.
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Post by cagoldi on Jan 29, 2018 14:11:25 GMT -6
Makeup, clothes.
Probably a facial.
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Post by sands42 on Jan 29, 2018 14:27:48 GMT -6
I'd do mani/pedi/facial. And then buy clothes with the rest. Boring.
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Post by jewels on Jan 29, 2018 14:47:57 GMT -6
When MH and I talked about it yesterday I said a handbag or shoes, and a night away somewhere spa-like with lots of wine. But then I realized I would have to pay for an overnight sitter and that would cut into what I could spend. So now I'm not sure. Maybe the same night away, but with a girlfriend instead!
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Post by wedding on Jan 29, 2018 14:58:44 GMT -6
I would definitely buy a nice new handbag. I'd also love to do a weekend in NYC this spring. Without child.
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Post by slenle on Jan 29, 2018 15:04:29 GMT -6
Hmmmm so many things I would want to do! But, I think I'd get a massage and buy a new outfit, then out for a nice dinner and stay at a swanky hotel downtown msp and have room service breakfast. That sounds delightful.
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Post by Cher on Jan 29, 2018 15:14:58 GMT -6
I said this on the other thread but I spotted a pair of bougie sandals the other day. I’m going to treat myself once I’m all settled in from this move.
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Post by nam2013 on Jan 29, 2018 15:43:17 GMT -6
Ehm vacation probably? I’m a terrible spender when it comes to spending money on myself when it isn’t a necessity. my aunt gave me quite a bit of money in gift certificates from
a homeware store. I couldn’t pull the trigger on a kitchen aid mixer that I’ve been wanting for 10 years... I got a shower curtain, a lamp, a trash can and new towels in stead.
ETA maybe I get myself a really nice pair of cowboy boots 🤔.
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Post by joelies on Jan 29, 2018 15:53:22 GMT -6
I changed my mind, I'm getting nam2013 a KitchenAid.  |
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Post by nam2013 on Jan 29, 2018 15:58:46 GMT -6
I changed my mind, I'm getting nam2013 a KitchenAid. Hahahahaha that’s too sweet! |
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Post by guster on Jan 29, 2018 17:38:47 GMT -6
A big gaudy jeweled ring and one of those gigantic chunky knit blankets.
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Post by wineallthetime on Jan 29, 2018 17:51:13 GMT -6
A big gaudy jeweled ring and one of those gigantic chunky knit blankets. I have been searching giant chunky cable knit blankets all day! I want one for every room! |
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Post by wineallthetime on Jan 29, 2018 17:51:46 GMT -6
guster, I'm also curious what style ring!
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Post by kim22 on Jan 29, 2018 17:58:03 GMT -6
I am definitely a "do stuff" over "have stuff"'person. I would probably do a girl's weekend with a broadway show and some spa treatments.
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Post by trtlcrzy on Jan 29, 2018 18:05:14 GMT -6
I would do a trip, without my children.
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Post by guster on Jan 29, 2018 18:17:33 GMT -6
guster, I'm also curious what style ring! The biggest stone possible, usually surrounded by diamonds. Like this, but lately I'm loving opals, amentrine, green onyx, labrodite, even smoky topaz:  |
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Post by wineallthetime on Jan 29, 2018 18:23:26 GMT -6
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Post by mskatiep on Jan 29, 2018 18:50:08 GMT -6
I would make my sister go skydiving with me and then probably buy really great seats to a fun concert for Tim and I.
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Post by tallb on Jan 29, 2018 21:48:13 GMT -6
A cleaning lady for several months 🙌
Okay fun side - Hamilton is coming to town soon or fun concert tickets and hire a freaking babysitter for once. And leftover on soul cycle classes.
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Post by Sunny41 on Jan 29, 2018 22:36:30 GMT -6
MH and I actually have this coming up. He recently got a small raise and we were talking ambit how to budget it for fun things also how to spend his overtime pay next month. I would love for the 2 of us to go away but there is no one to watch E.
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Post by Sunny41 on Jan 29, 2018 23:10:16 GMT -6
Maybe I'll get a nice purse but I just don't sick with one long enough to spend a lot on one.
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Post by chrisy01 on Jan 30, 2018 5:32:18 GMT -6
Hamilton tickets... On a side note tallb download the Hamilton app and you and sign up for their lottery and pay 10 a ticket (up to 2) if you win. I've been using it and haven't won but it doesn't cost anything to try. |
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