The "what I need " challenge

I realized some time ago that I am a mass consumer. I consume items without giving it much thought.

I have decided as of 1 Aug to consume less. I am challenging myself to consume only the things that I truly need. I'm starting with 6mths and see what happens in Feb 2008. I buy for my kids I buy for the house I buy for the hubster...we don't need or usually want for anything. It's time to focus on the NEED. Right now I need 2 pairs of jeans and perhaps a bra or two. I don't need new shoes or a new school bag (found a really nice one too) I plan on consuming those things I already have and to get rid of the debt to which consuming has led.

It's been hard in the last two days, but I keep thinking to myself to find an alternate outlet.

I need to keep it all in perspective.


I will blog about my journey and see where it takes me. Feel free to join me.