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$1,193 in Extra Income, Life and Picture Updates

Last Updated: July 7, 2014 BY Michelle Schroeder-Gardner - 50 Comments

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Happy Monday everyone! Another Weekly Update post here so I hope you all enjoy. I don’t think I’ve had one of these in a couple of weeks so I hope you’re ready for me to ramble on.

I loved all of the holiday celebrations and we had a great time on Christmas, Christmas with W’s family and on New Year’s Eve. Probably spent too much money but who honestly doesn’t spend too much money on the holidays?!

I’ve been meaning to post this but keep forgetting. Thank you to everyone who actually reads my blog. I hope you all continue to enjoy reading what I write in 2013!

My weekly update posts were extremely popular in 2012, mainly because of my extra income updates within them I am assuming. My Extra Income tab was also popular, and I really need to continue working on it. My travel posts were also well received. Click on my TRAVEL tab above (I just made it yesterday and is currently a major work in progress, so keep that in mind).

Below are my most popular posts in 2012 according to page views (in no particular order). This is a long list because I also wanted to share so many of these again with you:

  1. My $38,000 Student Loan Payoff Plan
  2. Buying a House at 20
  3. Should I still be anonymous
  4. Maintaining a Minimalist Wardrobe (This was by Jordann. I get a TON of search traffic from this post)
  5. Identity Theft (How Someone Bought a House In My Name)
  6. Could You Live on Minimum Wage
  7. What They Don’t Tell You When You Graduate
  8. Work Wear
  9. Budget Busters And My Plans
  10. He Makes Less Money So What?
  11. My Dumb Inheritance Decision
  12. Dual Income No Kids

 

Here are some Instagram pictures from our trip to St. Thomas and St. John. And the balcony picture below was actually  OUR VIEW from our room!

My updates

Spending:

We did great with our spending since my last update. I don’t think I’ve bought anything. I did try finding stuff at the mall since I have a couple of gift cards but I didn’t like anything. Doesn’t that always happen? You have gift cards to spend and then you can’t find ANYTHING? And then you’re tempted to buy something that you might like just because you have the gift card to buy it with?

Extra Income (this is extra income & does not include salary from our jobs):

I only included the first 5 days of this month in my extra income update because I wanted to start the year over and not include 2012. I figured this would make it easier to keep track of 2013. I made $868 last week and I also received $325 from my sister for rent. So I made $1,193 in extra income so far in 2013.

This is definitely a good amount. I realize that this past week was still a vacation week for most because of the day that New Year’s Eve and Day fell on, so I’m sure next week I will be super busy with things to do.

Food: 

No meal plan for this week. I’ve been kind of winging it this past week but thankfully it hasn’t been killing our food budget too badly. I’ve just been lazy about it lately. If you have any recipes or you posted any on your blog recently, then share it in the comments below! I’m always looking for something new.

Being healthy:

I’ve been doing pretty horrible with this and I noticed that I gained a couple of pounds since the last time I weighed myself. We still haven’t looked at gym equipment for our little gym yet but I really do want to start Insanity since we already have the DVDs. Will have to actually start forcing myself!

How’s your spending, working out and extra income going?

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Filed Under: Extra Income, Life Tagged With: Extra Money, Life

About Michelle Schroeder-Gardner

Michelle is the founder of Making Sense of Cents, a blog about personal finance and traveling. She discusses how her business has evolved in her side income series. She paid off $40,000 in student loans by the age of 24 mainly due to her freelancing side hustles. Click here to learn more about starting a blog!

Comments

  1. Allison says

    January 6, 2013 at 11:57 pm

    Nice work! No extra income for me. Trying to figure out how to drum that up. Any suggestions?

    Happy Monday

    Reply
    • makingsenseofcents says

      January 7, 2013 at 6:39 pm

      Hey Allison! Maybe finding a staff writing position, part-time job, freelancing, virtual assisting? So many things out there! 🙂
      My recent post $1,193 in Extra Income, Life and Picture Updates

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  2. Allison says

    January 7, 2013 at 4:57 am

    Nice work! No extra income for me. Trying to figure out how to drum that up. Any suggestions?

    Happy Monday

    Reply
  3. Glen @ MPB says

    January 7, 2013 at 5:03 am

    Your photos look amazing, I wish I was there now.
    I am always inspired by how much income you make on the side. I am a long way behind you , but I am hopeful of catching up this year.
    My recent post Using Coupons to Save Money

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    • makingsenseofcents says

      January 7, 2013 at 6:40 pm

      Good luck! I'm sure you will be able to.
      My recent post $1,193 in Extra Income, Life and Picture Updates

      Reply
  4. CreditDonkey says

    January 7, 2013 at 6:12 am

    Wow, the pictures are superbly cool. I love them. But I love your extra income most of all. This is just terrific, and I am working doubly hard to make something extra myself. It seems I'm given the opportunity this year, I just hope it will go on until the year ends and even after. Keeping my fingers crossed.
    My recent post Consumers to the U.S. Government: Protect Us Against ID Theft, Please

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    • makingsenseofcents says

      January 7, 2013 at 6:40 pm

      Thanks! Good luck 🙂
      My recent post $1,193 in Extra Income, Life and Picture Updates

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  5. [email protected] Adult Money says

    January 7, 2013 at 6:15 am

    Love the pics from St. Thomas! Also I remember reading many of those posts. You had some really great ones in 2012.
    My recent post Save Money: 5 Sources of Free Entertainment

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    • makingsenseofcents says

      January 7, 2013 at 6:40 pm

      Thanks DC!
      My recent post $1,193 in Extra Income, Life and Picture Updates

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  6. John S @ Frugal Rules says

    January 7, 2013 at 6:54 am

    Great pictures! My wife and I were just discussing our next big trip, which will be for my birthday next year. We're thinking it might be without the kids so that definitely opens up the possibilities. I am thinking maybe something Caribbean as well. 🙂

    Reply
    • makingsenseofcents says

      January 7, 2013 at 6:40 pm

      Definitely the Caribbean! haha
      My recent post $1,193 in Extra Income, Life and Picture Updates

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  7. Sam says

    January 7, 2013 at 7:15 am

    Totally feel you on the gift card problem! haha this happens to me Every.Single.Time!!
    Love your pictures from St. Thomas 🙂 You make me even more excited for our trip to Mexico next week.
    You are already KILLING IT with extra income this year [No Surprise!!] so way to go girl! Are you still planning on doing an in-depth post on this?? Otherwise, maybe I can email you to get details on how you are a freaking rockstar.
    My recent post Just Checking In… Weekend Recap 🙂

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    • makingsenseofcents says

      January 7, 2013 at 6:41 pm

      Jealous of your Mexico trip. Have fun!

      And I still want to do a post, but I have to be careful with how I word it so I am still thinking about it. And yes, you can always email me 🙂
      My recent post $1,193 in Extra Income, Life and Picture Updates

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  8. Lance at Money Life and More says

    January 7, 2013 at 7:20 am

    Glad to see things are still going well. My extra income has slowed down a little but I ha e begun losing weight this year so that is a major plus!

    Reply
    • makingsenseofcents says

      January 7, 2013 at 6:41 pm

      I'm sure it'll kick start back up!
      My recent post $1,193 in Extra Income, Life and Picture Updates

      Reply
  9. Christine says

    January 7, 2013 at 7:39 am

    Ah! Your extra income posts are so inspiring! I'm really hoping to drum up some extra income this year since I'm starting a new career and will be making about 1/2 as much money as before! Great job and keep it up!!! 🙂
    My recent post My Holiday in a Nutshell (or a Blog Post)

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    • makingsenseofcents says

      January 7, 2013 at 6:41 pm

      Thanks Christine!
      My recent post $1,193 in Extra Income, Life and Picture Updates

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  10. debtandthegirl says

    January 7, 2013 at 7:45 am

    Those pics are lovely! Hope you guys had fun.
    My recent post Review of 2012 and PF Goals for the Year Ahead

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    • makingsenseofcents says

      January 7, 2013 at 6:41 pm

      We had tooooons of fun 🙂
      My recent post $1,193 in Extra Income, Life and Picture Updates

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  11. Catherine says

    January 7, 2013 at 7:59 am

    Amazing pictures! I'd love love love to go. I can't wait to be able to save for an actual vacation again!
    My recent post Merry Christmas Eve: My Favorite Christmas Eve Memory

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    • makingsenseofcents says

      January 7, 2013 at 6:41 pm

      Haha yes you need a vacation Catherine
      My recent post $1,193 in Extra Income, Life and Picture Updates

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  12. Jordann says

    January 7, 2013 at 8:16 am

    Nice extra income even for a slow week! My extra income this month has been pretty slow, which is strange since my blog has a better Alexa ranking than it ever has. Oh well I'm not going to fret about it too much.

    I hear ya with the gift cards, I have one to lululemon right now (which I would normally spend in a heart beat) but for some reason I'm just not feeling any of the products they have to offer. It's strange, but I'm fine with holding onto it until something desirable comes.
    My recent post Beware The Coupon

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    • makingsenseofcents says

      January 7, 2013 at 6:42 pm

      I would die if I had a lululemon gift card. I'd be in heaven!
      My recent post $1,193 in Extra Income, Life and Picture Updates

      Reply
  13. L Bee says

    January 7, 2013 at 8:31 am

    Way to go girl! I'm so anxious to sell a few sponsored posts, you are kicking butt!

    Reply
    • makingsenseofcents says

      January 7, 2013 at 6:42 pm

      Thanks!
      My recent post $1,193 in Extra Income, Life and Picture Updates

      Reply
  14. mycanuckbuck says

    January 7, 2013 at 8:38 am

    Pics look awesome. Didn't make any extra income last week – expecting 65 bucks this week with luck!
    My recent post 5 easy ways to save at the gas pump

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    • makingsenseofcents says

      January 7, 2013 at 6:42 pm

      That sounds good to me 🙂
      My recent post $1,193 in Extra Income, Life and Picture Updates

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  15. [email protected] says

    January 7, 2013 at 8:57 am

    Love the vacation pictures! That is definitely a place on my list.

    I know what you mean about gift cards. I got about $160 in gift cards to Kohls for Christmas and I went the other day to spend them and walked out without buying anything!!!
    My recent post 5 Ways to Stop Collection Calls

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    • makingsenseofcents says

      January 7, 2013 at 6:42 pm

      Thanks! We had a great time.

      And yes that always seems to happen!
      My recent post $1,193 in Extra Income, Life and Picture Updates

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  16. Jason Clayton says

    January 7, 2013 at 9:49 am

    Always wanted to visit St. Thomas – it's now one of my must visit places ( great pictures!)

    As always, nice work on the extra income. I'm always impressed!
    My recent post Straight Talk Wireless – Switch and Save Money

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    • makingsenseofcents says

      January 7, 2013 at 6:43 pm

      Thanks Jason!
      My recent post $1,193 in Extra Income, Life and Picture Updates

      Reply
  17. Budget & the Beach says

    January 7, 2013 at 9:53 am

    Ah those pics make me want to nap in the Caribbean. My spending is going great. My income is weak right now. I'm owed some money from clients and the guy who rents my garage. So pissed he's late, but I also shouldn't be in a position where I'm worried about his measly 150. My bad.
    My recent post Retail Therapy to the Rescue

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    • makingsenseofcents says

      January 7, 2013 at 6:43 pm

      I hope you get paid soon. I dislike it a lot when people take forever to pay.
      My recent post $1,193 in Extra Income, Life and Picture Updates

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  18. Sandra says

    January 7, 2013 at 9:55 am

    Where did you guys stay in St. Thomas and St. John? The pics look amazing.

    Reply
    • makingsenseofcents says

      January 7, 2013 at 6:43 pm

      We stayed at a Sugar Bay Resort in St. Thomas. It was great!
      My recent post $1,193 in Extra Income, Life and Picture Updates

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  19. therandompath says

    January 7, 2013 at 10:16 am

    Congrats on the extra income Michelle!
    My recent post One Year Blogiversary! OMG!

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    • makingsenseofcents says

      January 7, 2013 at 6:43 pm

      Thanks!
      My recent post $1,193 in Extra Income, Life and Picture Updates

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  20. SavvyFinancialLatina says

    January 7, 2013 at 12:50 pm

    Pics look amazing!
    Loving your extra income!

    Reply
    • makingsenseofcents says

      January 7, 2013 at 6:44 pm

      Thanks girl!
      My recent post $1,193 in Extra Income, Life and Picture Updates

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  21. Marissa says

    January 7, 2013 at 1:33 pm

    So jealous of your pics. Makes me want to go on vacation really badly.

    Reply
    • makingsenseofcents says

      January 7, 2013 at 6:44 pm

      Haha same here 🙂
      My recent post $1,193 in Extra Income, Life and Picture Updates

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  22. Happy_Homeowner says

    January 7, 2013 at 1:39 pm

    What an amazing view! 🙂
    My recent post 2013 Financial, Personal and Household Goals

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  23. studentdebtsurvivor says

    January 7, 2013 at 8:37 pm

    I made $50 in extra income last week. I'm still working on that 😉 I'm imagining that yellow frozen drink is a mango margarita or something tropically and delicious.
    My recent post Reasons You Didn’t Get Hired-Part II

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    • makingsenseofcents says

      January 8, 2013 at 12:26 am

      Good job!

      And yes it was a mango margarita 🙂
      My recent post $1,193 in Extra Income, Life and Picture Updates

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  24. munchkin says

    January 7, 2013 at 10:15 pm

    love your vacation pics!
    My recent post Sunday Social

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    • makingsenseofcents says

      January 8, 2013 at 12:26 am

      Thanks!
      My recent post $1,193 in Extra Income, Life and Picture Updates

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  25. Suba says

    January 8, 2013 at 12:54 am

    Those pics look awesome! Great job on the extra income too. I hope to increase my income this year (I no longer have a job so it will be my only income).
    My recent post How to get cheaper car insurance?

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  26. Probably Rachel says

    January 8, 2013 at 11:03 am

    I loved St. Thomas when we were there (on a cruise). Hope you had a wonderful time!

    I've been intrigued by your extra income posts (because honestly who doesn't want some extra income?). Then my husband earned $20 from doign a survey about his car and I emailed in a rebate from ordering contacts and I thought about your posts and how that's really extra income, just on a small scale. So thanks!

    I'm a big fan of quick, easy and healthy food. We ended up eating chicken quesadillas about once a week because of that.

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  27. My Money Design says

    January 8, 2013 at 11:18 am

    I did not notice you created an extra income tab! I'll have to look at that.

    Ah, pictures of fruity drinks and beaches. You make me jealous!!
    My recent post The Management Skills List – Do You Have What it Takes to Earn More This Year?

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  28. The Blonde says

    January 8, 2013 at 12:08 pm

    Love the pictures! looks amazing! also, congratulations on the extra income:-)

    Reply

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