Shopping!

I never knew we could spend money so fast!

But, we sure can!

We're here to tell ya, setting up a household from essentially scratch involves a whole lotta shopping. Just this week we've purchased TVs, DVD, phones, sound stuff, a sofa, chair and recliner. That and a bunch of other stuff, plus the few things we have in storage, are all planned to show up on our doorstep next week.

Say it with me now.

Cha-Ching!

And, really, we're just getting started!

We knew this would be a pricey proposition. And, yes, we planned for it. But, for a couple of frugal types like us this has been a real head spinner!

Besides super shopping, we've been uber-busy with family stuff. It's been crazy. In fact, we're having to squeeze in the shopping when we can. Late this afternoon we drove by our very-soon-to-be house. It's sitting there, just waiting for us. Everything is set for us to get the keys on Monday.

"It looks peaceful," Paul said as we looked longingly at our future home.

I couldn't agree more.

And, we can't wait.

You see, even with lots more shopping to do, our house is already becoming a haven.

We really need it.