Pursuit of Happiness

I have been hearing a lot about the movie "Pursuit of Happiness" starring Will Smith. I also watched the CNN special report from Homeless to Wall Street. People are quick to criticise others who are struggling. CNN covered the working poor. Many of us work hard and do what we believe is the right things and yet we struggle. It was good to hear that I wasn't alone or entirely at fault. Things happen in life over which we may have no control. I am not saying all my struggles are due to life alone or other people but I do know I work hard to provide for myself and my son. There are a lot of single-parent households. You can't make someone stay or take responsibility. The government doesn't care and the Calvary isn't coming. I did gain some tips on how to save a little more and more importantly words of wisdom and the strength to carry on. My troubles are here to endure for now. It doesn't have to be a permanent problem. Mr. Gardner went from homeless to wealthy. He did this while being a single parent for a young son.

I want to say enjoy your holidays and keep your faith. There's a new year coming. We can make a fresh start and change our spending habits. You and your children brown bag it for lunch. Think about it. If you spend $10 a day normally for lunch you can save about $150 per month by taking your lunch. I deducted some money from the savings because you would need to buy the sandwich meat plus bread to accomplish this task. Write down daily for a month every penny you spend. You highlight rent,food,utilities,car notes etc. everything not highlighted is discretionary and you can do without. I wish you all the best for the holidays and a more financially stable New Year.