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Before & After and Sacrifice Proves Profitable!

Sunday, 20. July 2008, 21:14:57

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You never know what you'll find in Winn Dixie parking lot. I waited around for the owner but, no show. I suspect the lid opens to drop your favorite leftovers....eggshells, MacDonald specials...something like what Doc would use when he's "Back from the Future"!!! Stranger things have happened and continue to with so many would-be inventers making their mark.
With the amount of driving I do, I was spending around 120.00 a week, until that is, I changed my driving habits.
Slight Sacrifice! Huge Pay-Off!

I now spend 75.00 every 16 days. So, compared to 480.00 or so that I was spending before I changed my driving habits, I now spend 145.00-165.00 a month, somtimes a little over a month.
That's a huge savings of around 330.00 a month.

So, it can be done and I'm passing along my tips for keeping your money in the bank instead of losing it all at the gas pump.

If 'heavy foot' Jill can do it..anyone can!

Ten ways I save gas/lots of money:

Used to drive 10-15 miles over the limit. I now drive 8 miles under.
Used to run the air full blast. I now use it only when it becomes unbearable.
Used to pass anyone and everyone on the road. I now pass NO ONE.(Local Deputies are happier!!)
Used to keep my foot on the gas pedal going down a hill. I now let off
of the pedal and coast.
Used to wheel into a parking space. I now idle into one.
Used to put off checking air pressure in tires. I now check twice a week, as under-inflated tires use much more gas.
Used to put tune-ups off. I now have everything under the hood checked frequently.
Used to haul a lot of weight in my car, which uses more gas. I now transport smartly.
Used to drive to the bank and the store 3 times a week. I now walk the 3-4 blocks.
Used to drive without the good common sense I know I had. I now drive smartly.

These are some of my favorite ways to save around 4000.00 a year. Yes, it does take sacrifice and sacrifices that I didn't think I was ready to make. But, I did and I am; so the price of gas is no longer a major issue. I'll be happy when it goes down. And it will. But for now, this is what I need to do and like I said, if "I" can do it...anyone can!!!:D

You had to know how I drove before to appreciate this. I was nothing less than a lunatic but quickly realized that I was cutting off my nose to spite my face.:no:

And, Oh, my favorite part...LOVE the extra money!:yes:

Hope this helps those who want to save a lot of money.

Let's not make the oil tycoons any richer than they are.:troll:

Any 'money saving' tips not listed? Love to hear what they are. I'm sure there are more than I listed. We could use all the help we can get. I know "I" can! It's just one of many ways we can strengthen/grow our economy. There's strength in numbers!!

Peace and Safe Driving!!:up:

Love...Jill :wink:

It Speaks! TLC & the Soul

Comments

FIFINELEB 13. August 2008, 15:52

I get my vehicle serviced regularly to avoid a big problem.

JilleeBean 14. August 2008, 05:57

Yes, another really important fact to list.

Thanks FIFINELEB!!:yes:

noah counte 25. August 2008, 00:54

On flat ground or downhill, you can save up to ten percent on your fuel bill if you shift from first to third to fifth (assuming a manual transmission). It's tough to skip gears up hill.

DOn't lug the engine - it means takign your foot out of it, and making sure you don't pull in front of anyone (you'll get a two ton enema - this is a slow acceleration).

JilleeBean 28. August 2008, 13:55

So true, we don't want to get caught with our shades up...hehe.

Hey, thanks Matt and great to see you! Hope you've been doing good in all things!!! (Especially, saving money!!!)

This is good...I've heard from 2 of my favorite men on Opera in the past couple days! What more could a girl ask?:D :yes:

Peace out!:cool:

noah counte 28. August 2008, 14:51

Hehe. It's always a pleasure to see you, Jillee.

JilleeBean 28. August 2008, 14:58

:happy: Thank you, my friend!

noah counte 28. August 2008, 15:24

Where/how have you been? You've been conspicuous by your absence!

JilleeBean 28. August 2008, 16:08

Hey! Started a new business venture and it really took much more from this body and heart than I had expected it would. Things are going well now, starting to balance itself out. It's been a journey with lots of hurdles and surprises, too. It's been worth it. Thanks for asking, Matt!

I call this, 'my healing time' and working a steady pace, so surprises are few.

Dad has been needing a lot of care. His sister, also with AD, he recently visited with 'my' sister. He remembered her but when he came home and since he's been home, he hasn't been able to complete a sentence. Doesn't make much sense at all, really. Dr. said he's had a psychotic break....too stressful seeing her and the amount of travel.

So, Dad is home now for good, no more travel. He seems to have calmed down a bit and I'm grateful for that.

One day at a time, Matt, I'm making it! It's ALL worth it!

Much peace:) :up:

noah counte 28. August 2008, 17:30

I knew you were starting a business venture, but I didn't know much about it. I am glad it's settling out, and that you are happy.

Carry for a parent is such intense work. It is all worth it, and days are much easier to get through, if you tackle them one at a time.

JilleeBean 30. August 2008, 14:48

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