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How I did it: We concentrated on putting any and all extra cash to savings.  We found Dave Ramsey and did zero based budgeting to free up extra cash.  We listened to his "Financial Peace University" CDs and read his books "Total Money Makeover" and "Financial Peace Workbook" for ideas.  I also practiced being more frugal and kept myself accountable by posting on on-line communities.  We planned on a set amount to go to savings every… Read how I did it…

How I did it: I signed up at a local yarn store for knitting classes.  I discovered it was always in conflict with family time.  I had to miss the last class due to my daughter's birthday.  I also found the instructor gave a lot of material in a very short space of time.  I couldn't remember what she said.  Plus she gave a lot of stuff I already knew.  It was frustrating for me.  Read how I did it…

How I did it: I decided to wait until we went to Edmonton on vacation and go to the Millwoods Recreation Center.  Their waterslide - "The Giant Dragon" - was quite sufficient.  DH and I paid for a pass to the pool area for $11 for the two of us.  I spent considerable time in the hot tub contemplating the situation. The waterslide is enclosed (I'm claustrophobic).  There is a turn at the bottom.I decided to brave the wave pool. … Read how I did it…