by Anne Marie A.
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August 15, 2006

2009 Plan for gather earnings and a countdown to the big 4 0

January 05, 2009 05:59 PM EST
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I will be turning 40 this May.  It doesn't seem possible to be almost 40.  I was just 25 and getting married.  I guess that would explain the fact that our 15th wedding anniversary will also be in May.

Our family has NEVER taken a vacation. We went back to Kentucky to visit friends in 2005 and that was the last "trip" we took. We came here in 2003 to find a place to live which I hardly count as a vacation either.

I have decided to start saving points for big paypal cashouts.  I want to go somewhere this year even if it's only a few hours away for a few days. My kids have never seen the ocean or been Disney World.  I am not sure that we will be able to do something big like that, but we will do something!

We have been doing the Staycations before Staycations were what they were called. I think we have exhausted almost all of our local options now with the exception of 1 or 2 places.

So, I am not going to dread these last 4 plus months until the big 40.  I am going to plan to try more new things and hopefully have some family fun!

I would say that I plan to lose weight this year.  I will say that I will try to live a healthier lifestyle.

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Comments: 18

Netty B. Jan 5, 2009, 6:16pm EST
Go For It!
Lin B. Jan 5, 2009, 6:18pm EST
Blessings on all you do and lots of points too.
Lee P. Jan 5, 2009, 6:25pm EST
Woo Hoo, sounds good to me. Oh, by the way, I had my last child when I was 40, so watch out, 40 can have some surprises.
.* Sandi * Jan 5, 2009, 6:29pm EST
go for it
just rememeber alot of people dont live to 40
Virginia M. Jan 5, 2009, 6:31pm EST
Time passes quickly! It is a nice idea to save your points for a vacation. I bet you'll be ready for one by the time you get enough points!
Bob B. Jan 5, 2009, 6:45pm EST
You're still a young lass.
Bryan "That 80's Dude" B. Jan 5, 2009, 6:55pm EST
I will be turning 40 this year in july, but I have forced myself to not grow old. sometimes I feel it (kids birthdays and funerals) but for the most part I refuse to grow up because then I have to get old. Remember age is a state of mind and I have better place than that state to live in or visit. Good luck on the Vacation!
Nana to Seven Cutiepies Jan 5, 2009, 7:00pm EST
This is a wonderful plan, it's so good to get away and enjoy something new, new places, new surroundings and sights. I hope you get to go somewhere exciting and relaxing.
Karen M. Jan 5, 2009, 7:06pm EST
That sounds so fun. I am sure you will enjoy whatever you manage to do...Whooo..a vacation !! YEAH !
Elaine S. Jan 5, 2009, 7:17pm EST
Good luck with the points
Sue * Jan 5, 2009, 7:19pm EST
The memories from a family trip are something your kids will carry with them forever. My kids still talk about places we went and things they saw. There are lots of options, and good deals are out there if you really look for them.
Amanda "middle of nowhere" C. Jan 5, 2009, 9:28pm EST
This weekend, I'll try to go back and give some photos I missed "10"s to help you in your goals. Sue * and several other people here are excellent at finding deals and you might want to ask questions about specific locations. You're not too far from Disney and they have that stay four nights, get three free. You also don't live too far from DC, where many of the attractions are free. Some people call it the Redneck Riveria, but I personally have enjoyed time in Panama City. It's a quieter beach. I'm excited for you, too.
Amanda "middle of nowhere" C. Jan 5, 2009, 9:28pm EST
And you may be surprised by your reaction to the big 40. For me, it was easier than the big 30!
Audrey F. Jan 6, 2009, 10:10am EST
Having fun and aiming for a family vacation is definitely the way to go, Anne Marie. Isn't there a saying or a book out there that says, "Life begins at 40?" Well it's true. I agree with Amanda C. ---40 was much better for me than 30. Do you get any of those e-newsletters from travel companies? Besides researching around where you live, you might sign up for some of those. They often have some great deals for family travel.
Hugshugshugs.
William M. Jan 6, 2009, 2:47pm EST
Great. Do it. You are still a young chick at 40.
Deb J. Jan 6, 2009, 4:49pm EST
Way to go Anne Marie!! My birthday is in May too. My 10 year old daughter Chloe and I have only been on vacation maybe 2 or 3 times and that was to go to my oldest son's wedding and to visit family in TN. I WISH that someday we too could take a family vacation!! I'd like to have a decent, reliable car and hit the road!! (My own private dream!)
J W. Jan 7, 2009, 4:55am EST
I felt so good when I saved and cashed out all at once for a big amount. Even if it is just a small trip you all deserve to get away and have fun. They might like Kentucky Kingdom in Louisville.
Bridget ♥ Jan 8, 2009, 9:56pm EST
That sounds so fun.

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