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How much money are you spending compared to 1-2 months ago?

The economy seems to be showing glimmers of recovery.  On the other hand, many of us are out of work or know others who are.  So, we were curious, how are you feeling about spending your money over the last 1-2 months?

Please tell us what you think.  We want to know!

 

I'm spending more (15.8%)

I'm spending the same (33.3%)

I'm spending less (50.9%)

How much money are you spending compared to 1-2 months ago?
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  • lanagb By lanagb
    on Aug 20, 2009  

    I'm spending about the same now as I was 2-3 months ago, but compared to a 1-2 YEARS, it is WAY down!

  • am_i_lost By am_i_lost
    on Aug 20, 2009  

    Until there's a big change in how this country is being ran I'm afraid to spend anymore money than necessary to survive. Everyone seems to the worst is over but I feel it is yet to come.

  • juliewild73 By juliewild73
    on Aug 20, 2009  

    With 3 kids, there are certain things that you need to have. I'm spending about the same but havebeen looking harder for better deals.

  • penguin4ever By penguin4ever
    on Aug 20, 2009  

    everything is getting more expensive gas etc.

  • mimirose1825 By mimirose1825
    on Aug 20, 2009  

    1-2 months ago I had a steady income and a little extra money. I was able to buy what I needed and most of what I wanted. Now my job might cut my hours way down and I'm going back to school. The money I have is going to what I need or going into savings. It's harder to justify going shopping now than it was before.

  • tribbs78 By tribbs78
    on Aug 20, 2009  

    I was recently laid off from a wonderful part time job that gave me spending money...so I've been cutting back drastically. Not by choice though! :P

  • coolmomof5 By coolmomof5
    on Aug 20, 2009  

    My husband was laid off about 6 months ago. With 5 kids I needed to find additional income. I looked into network marketing, so I could work for myself as time allowed. Also it has proven to be the best 'recession proof' income in this economy. Not only have I been blessed with 2 companies I am now part of, but I have surpassed my Husbands former income by 60%. No more going back to work for him! We both now put in part time hours with both comapnies and get to spend the time with our children they deserve!

  • oliveoyls60 By oliveoyls60
    on Aug 20, 2009  

    Spending as little as possible to eat and robbing peter to pay paul these days. Ouch!

  • mjsteward By mjsteward
    on Aug 20, 2009  

    I'm spending less and realize the downturn in the economy may actually be "good" for me: I am motivated to find ways to spend less, charge less, save more, make more from scratch, and enjoy learning about how to pinch a penny!

  • tiiuona By tiiuona
    on Aug 20, 2009  

    Prices have increased, each trip to the grocery store proves that the money I can spent on food goes not as far. Being on fixed income is getting harder and harder. We don't go any where, just stay here in town. Yet I am glad to have a roof over my head and a bed to sleep on.