Spending freeze

April was a pretty indulgent month, and after reviewing my purchases, I've decided that May needs to be a no shopping month. This is for clothes, as well as my other weakness, housewares. I asked Sean to get on board with me as well, since he can be just as guilty of buying two pairs of shoes in a month as I.

I know not shopping is going to be a challenge for me... there are endless temptations. The first thing I did this morning was unsubscribe from all stores who send me emails, and turn off all my saved ebay searches. I also need to stay away from places like TJMaxx and Target. Anything that catches my fancy I'll save to a wishlist for later reassessment in June! I know I really, truly don't need anything, but shopping is what I do for fun, for therapy, and for social engagements. I'm going to need the support to not shop from those who I often rely on to be my enablers.

This month I'd also like to try and get back on track with my blogging, lately I've had too many nights of staying up late just trying to get my post ready for the next day. I can't say I'm off to the greatest of starts either, but I did get the bulk of my un-edited photos taken care of and uploaded.

I can't believe it's May already and just one month before my trip to California! That is correct, I can not make any purchases this month under the justification that I need them for my trip. Lord help me!

The Rundown

Blush Silk Blouse Max Studio via TJMaxx similar
White Jeans Old Navy
Jacket Kohl's similar
Silver Pumps Kate Spade via Coco's similar similar
Micro Perry Satchel Rebecca Minkoff c/o Shopbop
Turquoise Necklace Gift similar
Pave Toggle Bracelet Banana Republic similar
Knot Ring c/o Emitations similar
Sunglasses "Meteor" Ray-Ban c/o TJMaxx

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