Weekly Money Check-Up

I don't think I did a weekly money check-up last week. I actually really like the concept that MyPrettyPennies has going. It's a good reminder to look back over my finances and have a little accountability without having to divulge too much information. So here goes...

1. The most I’ve spent this last week was on a plane ticket.
2. Today I am thankful for cooler weather. I don't want to wish away summer, but I'm looking forward to fall!
3. Money can’t buy happiness. One free thing I did last week that made me happy was spend time with my sister and my nephews.
4. I will consider this week a success if I get the ball rolling on my literature review.
5. The thing I will miss most when summer is over pool time. I've really enjoyed spending time at the pool this summer.

Happy Birthday Freebies!

I got this picture online.

It's just about time to celebrate my 10th 21st birthday! I have a whole post about turning 30 for another day, but today is a good day to remind about birthday freebies. Have you signed up for all your birthday freebies? Here are a few that I've already gotten in my email.

Starbucks: You get a free drink of your choice. Anything, any size! You just have to go online and register a Starbucks gift card. Registering your card has lots of perks. Why anyone wouldn't register their cards, I do not know! Even if you aren't a big fan of Starbucks, at least you would get a free drink on your birthday!!

Panera: Sign up for the myPanera program. You get random free surprises and a birthday surprise.

Sephora: Last year I got mascara, eye liner, and eye shadow. Who knows what I'll get this year.

Noodle and Co: A free meal!

I'm still waiting to hear from Qdoba and a few others. Here's a link to a bunch you can sign up for!