My fist pumps are bitter sweet this week, my friends. If you are in the habit of checking out my links of shameless self promotion, you’ll know that I post every Wednesday in the online community of CareOne Debt Relief Services. CareOne is the debt relief provider that Vonnie and I used to pay off $109,000 in credit card debt. It was also where I was introduced to the blogging world and started my second career as a freelance writer. It is with a heavy heart that I say that unless something unforeseen occurs, this week’s post is likely my last for them. I’ve always known that eventually my time in their Community would end, but now that the time is actually here it makes me feel a little empty inside. My first post went live in March of 2010, and I’ve been pouring my heart and soul into telling my story and sharing my experiences there for the last 4 years and 8 months. I did so before I even really grasped the gravity of what I was doing, or without knowing if anyone was even listening. I raise my hand in the air one more time in gratitude for everything they have done for me, and for my family.
Keep ’em going for my favorite posts of the week……
Posts That Make Me Fist Pump
- How to Stop Yourself From Spending Your Emergency Fund from Money Ning
- Why Do We Fight About Money? from Couple Money
- What is Conscious Spending? from Frugal Portland
- Debt Depression: Should I be ashamed of my debt? from MoneyPlan SOS
Shameless Self Promotion
Other fist-pumping posts I wrote, or appeared in this week from around the personal finance blogosphere:
- Don’t Throw Away Junk Mail Without Reading it! in the CareOne Community
- Money-Management & School Breaks: Staycation or Vacation? via Prudence Debt Free
- Achieve Your Financial Goals By Focusing on this One Thing via MoneyNing
TeamEOD Was Recently Included In The Following Carnivals
Carnival of MoneyPros hosted by Financial Nerd
Finance Carnival For Young Adults hosted by Money Smart Guides
Carnival of Money hosted by Carnival of Money
I really enjoyed that Couple Money piece as well–great insight into our relationships and our finances, which are so very interconnected. And, I’m sorry to hear you won’t be posting with CareOne anymore!
All good things come to an end, Mrs. Frugalwoods….it was just time. I got nothing but love for my friends over at CareOne. 🙂
On to something new I’m sure Travis. Enjoy the weekend!
I’ve got plenty of other writing that I still do, Brian…..I could go look for a replacement freelancing gig, but I’m ready to reduce my writing workload a bit and put a little extra effort into my software engineer career. 🙂 Thanks for stopping by!
Congrats on the long history with Care One. It’s sad and exciting at the same time. Look at it this way: You’ll You graduated and they are going to want ou back from time to time for an inspirational guest post!
It was definitely a long and great run, Steve….I’ve got a lot of great memories that I’ll cherish for the rest of my life. DMP graduation for the win!!!
awe, well congratulations on such a long run with them Travis! I’m sure you helped lot of people out with your great advice! Have a great weekend!
I hope so, Tonya…that’s why I keep sharing my story. I’ll keep on sharing here on EOD! Thanks for the well wishes!
Thanks so much for featuring my post — your story is such an inspiration to everyone. Keep up the good work! Let us know where you land next!
Thanks, Kathleen…I’ve still got plenty of writing gigs…..especially here on EOD! 🙂
Wow, Travis, what an awesome run it’s been for you over there! On to other new and great things, my friend. 🙂
The future is definitely bright, Laurie….thanks for your comment!
It’s time to start a new chapter!!
It’s already started, Michelle – I’m sinking more energy into my day job. But don’t worry, I’m still writing here, at MoneyNing, and over at My Personal Finance Journey. 🙂
You really have poured your heart and soul into telling your story. That’s why we keep reading it : )
And although your time with CareOne had come to an end, your story, I trust, is to be continued . . .
Oh yes, certainly, Prudence……the story continues!