by Hope
We are preparing to be hit by the outer rims of Florence tomorrow. Northeast Georgia is expecting lots of rain and high winds for the next couple of days. You will see I’ve given myself $50 to get a few storm supplies. We are good on food, but I’m going to stock up on some bottled water and batteries for flashlights. We really have no idea what to expect.
We are also packing GO bags just in case. Our home lies in a valley and our yard flood with normal rain. We’ve got an evacuation plan in place, just in case. But hoping for the best.
Anticipated Spending - Week of 9/14
| Description | Anticipated | Actual |
|---|---|---|
| Income *after taxes | $378 | |
| Gas | ($70) | |
| Volleyball - entrance fees | ($10) | |
| Storm Preparedness | ($50) | |
| Total | $248 | |
Nothing really to explain this week. I did double my gas budget since my mom and sister will be in town, and I’m picking them up in Atlanta Sunday (pending storm status, of course.)
I appreciate all the feedback on my upcoming No Spend Month in October and plan of attack for debt payoff. I’ll have updates on my plans in the coming weeks.
Hope is a resourceful and solutions-driven business manager who has spent nearly two decades helping clients streamline their operations and grow their businesses through project management, digital marketing, and tech expertise. Recently transitioning from her role as a single mom of five foster/adoptive children to an empty nester, Hope is navigating the emotional and practical challenges of redefining her life while maintaining her determination to regain financial control and eliminate debt.
Living in a cozy small town in northeast Georgia with her three dogs, Hope cherishes the serenity of the mountains over the bustle of the beach. Though her kids are now finding their footing in the world—pursuing education, careers, and independence—she remains deeply committed to supporting them in this next chapter, even as she faces the bittersweet tug of letting go.
Since joining the Blogging Away Debt community in 2015, Hope has candidly shared her journey of financial ups and downs. Now, with a renewed focus and a clear path ahead, she’s ready to tackle her finances with the same passion and perseverance that she’s brought to her life and career. Through her writing, she continues to inspire others to confront their own financial challenges and strive for a brighter future.
Instead of purchasing bottled water, you can fill up gallon ziplock bags with water (or your pots and pans, etc.). If you fear the power will go out, half-fill some bags with water and pop them in the freezer. You can use them as ice to keep food cold in your refrigerator or cooler, and drink the water in them once they melt.
Great suggestion! I was thinking about ice too.
Free water and ice is the best!
Growing up, nasty blizzards that would knock the power out for multiple days were common. We always just filled up bathtubs/containers/pitchers with water.
If your region is anything like ours you are in for a scavenger hunt with bottled water and d batteries. We went to 5 different places before we were finally able to locate a portable power supply for the phones. The shelves were pretty hard up when it came to gallon water bottles. Anyway good luck.