Kristy’s Weekly Roundup
Another week has gone by and it literally feels like only a few days to me. I went and saw ‘The Dark Knight’ last night and if you haven’t seen it, you should! It is phenomenal! I loved all of the action scenes and the tension between the Joker and Batman was awesome. Heath Ledger really did an amazing job. Was it Oscar-worthy? In my opinion, no. If he were alive, I don’t think there would be a question of his receiving one. But, that’s the way things are. So, now that I’ve given my must-see movie of the week, let’s move into must-reads!
First on my list is a post by Tricia at Blogging Away Debt. She talks about some of the things her family put on credit cards and it’s interesting to see that most people carry the same type of debt. As I compared her list to mine, I think the only thing missing was toys – and that’s because I don’t have kids. By the way, Tricia, congrats on reaching your savings goal!
As you know, those of us in the PF blogosphere have decided to share a little something of our family histories and personal stories as they relate to finances. I personally recommend all of them, but one of my favorites was Ginger’s over at Girls Just Wanna Have Funds. I especially liked the Kraft cheese memory! That’s a great way to start financial education!
Trent at The Simple Dollar talks about the reasons he’s not panicking over the Freddie Mac, Fannie Mae, and IndyMac situation. He gives five VERY GOOD, SOLID reasons for not panicking. Please read this post!
Frugal Dad reiterates the NEED for a solid emergency fund. It really does mean the difference between blowing a budget with an increased amount of stress and just being inconvenienced.
The Consumerist gives us a look at the next 10 banks that could go under. His analysis is based on the number of bad loans on the books as opposed to having the money to pay for them. My fingers are crossed that these banks don’t go under and that none of you are banking with them, just in case.
Fabulously Broke in the City has a hilarious tale about the whiny excuses people have for staying in their current situations. What I love about FBC as a blogger is that she’s always so blunt…it’s refreshing and funny. This post used the example of a friend who’s got a long list of reasons she’s unhappy, but she doesn’t seem to want to do anything to change that.
The Money Fools talk about budgeting for the terminally lazy. It’s an interesting read, don’t know if I’d do my budgets this way, though.
Finally, a big thanks to Living Almost Large for hosting the Finance Fiesta this week!
Hope everyone enjoys their weekend!
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LOL.. thanks for the link love ;) People just can’t believe how bitchy I am, but in real life, I’m the same way. I always, always have a big mouth and I speak the truth. If I feel like I can’t say something, I don’t lie, I just don’t say anything ;)
No, no. Not bitchy. It’s called being honest. Those that call it bitchy just prefer to have everything sugar coated. I’m the same as you, though. I still may have offered my friend the advice, solicited or not.
I disagree with your opinion. I think Heath Ledger’s performance was Oscar worthy – If he was alive, it would have taken him into superstardom…….He was awesome.
Oh, there’s no doubt that he was awesome in this movie. I cringe at the idea that they’ll have to replace him in future movies if Nolan keeps the Joker character in tact – and with cries for Harley Quinn, that may be. However, the fact remains that the movie and Ledger’s role received more attention because of his death. He still would have received great reviews, and you’re right, he would have skyrocketed to ‘A-list’ fame; however, I don’t believe there would be talks of an Oscar for his role if he were alive.