Comments on: Debt-Free Forever: The Book

By: Jessie

Jessie — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 17:05:12 +0000

I’ve been hearing that a lot this past week: It’s SIMPLE, but it isn’t EASY. I think that is life in a nutshell. Something for me to ponder some more.

A question on behalf of all the Gail Clubs out there: would you be willing to give away any copies of the book to various Gail Clubs should members want to share it? Or even create a way to give it away to a member within the group?

(I realize you did not write it to give it away – this is just a suggestion to keep the momentum going for some clubs/members).

Thank you for writing it!

By: lyne

lyne — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 13:57:27 +0000

If I had 5 years to live, I would reduce my working hours. I would worry less about other people’s opinion & be more carefree with what I do with my time & who I chose to spend it with. More time to spend with my daughter and spouse & less time spent with other family. I would not get into family battles/disputes & try to maintain a non bias opinion.
If I won the lottery I would pay off my mortgage & vehicle loan & 1 credit card which we are paying off within 3 years. I don’t want stuff as I have everything I need but a return trip to China would certainly be a consideration.
Thanks Gail for this website and your show. Love them both & I intend to purchase your book for myself as a Xmas gift.

By: Ann

Ann — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 07:19:58 +0000

I would visit the remaining four continents on my list…and spend about a year each on at least three because Antarctica is more like a three-day visit.

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By: Jennifer Hynes

Jennifer Hynes — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 05:51:32 +0000

I am a mature struggling student. Living between the good food box and the food bank. I have a 17,000.00 debt that Im slowly chipping at. Unfortunately that was due to a nasty divorce last year. I enrolled back into college at 43 and trying to become a nurse in hopes to improve my income. I was just wondering are you going to be giving away your book in a draw in the near future!? Love your show. Im a big fan from way back. And yes, the divorce was a combination of money problems which drove him away into the arms of another woman. Heartbroken but surviving. Jenny

By: Sarah

Sarah — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 00:34:53 +0000

Hi Gail,

This year has been all about me. After a horrendous break up last year I have had a year of growth, so what would I regret if I died tomorrow?

I would regret the fact that I have been training for 9 months and only have five weeks to go til I trek to Everest Base Camp, the scariest thing I have ever done.

I am frightened but exhilarated at the same time. I am the fittest I have ever been, and even though I haven’t lost weight, I am quietly confident that I will be able to finish this physical challenge.

Thanks Gail! I read your blog every week day and you are an inspiration to us.
Sarah

By: Nicole

Nicole — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 23:31:51 +0000

Hi Gail,

I love your show. My boyfriend and I are considering using the jar system, to help slow the spending of part of our budget.

I will try to buy a copy of your book around Christmas if funds permit. Congrats on your new book!

By: Ramona

Ramona — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 22:50:40 +0000

You’re a Friday night tradition for us. We love your tough love. We can’t believe you haven’t truly lost your temper yet! Congrats on the book – we’ll definitely be picking it up!

By: Doreen

Doreen — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 21:17:58 +0000

Great posting Gail. I regularly think about ‘what would I do if I had only 5 yrs to live.’ My dad, my hero died the yr after 34 yrs of work, hardly getting to enjoy his retirement. I’m also named after a woman who was murdered by the Natzis. So I see life as a gift. One to be cherished – and planned for too.

I’ve been setting aside 20% of my salary for 4 yrs and next year, my year 5, I’ll have the year off work with my now 80% savings trickling in each month. While I’m fit and healthy I can have a year for me – to use my life energy as I wish. During these planned yrs off I do things that fulfill my potential, try something new and make good memories with my family.

On a daily basis – I get up extra early, making time to read the on-line newspaper, then do my fitness routine, then paint for half an hour. By the time I leave for work I feel I’ve already accomplished so much.

Hey Gail – Congratulations on your new book. Where and when can we order it?

By: Stephanie K

Stephanie K — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 20:37:04 +0000

Can’t wait to get a copy. Dec 15 it is available at Indigo.

By: Amber

Amber — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 20:29:24 +0000

Congrats on the book. You look fabulous on the cover.

And you know what? I don’t know what I would buy with the lottery winnings either. I’d pay off my mortgage for sure, but beyond that? I have no idea. I think this is the sign of contentment, not really wanting more stuff.

By: Diane

Diane — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 19:46:46 +0000

I hemmed and hawed on whether to buy the book because let’s face it, those who check in here daily are already convinced. Gail’s preaching to the choir. But later thought one day TDDUP will be off the air and Gail’s website may be no longer so wanted something that I could always go back to. It sounds like it’s going to be one of those books that will be on the shelf forever. I can’t wait to read it.

By: Anne Marie

Anne Marie — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 19:00:14 +0000

I would HOPE TO GOD that none of us are buying Gail’s book, or multiple gift copies, ON CREDIT!!! HA HA!

By: Mrs. T

Mrs. T — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 17:52:06 +0000

If I only had 5 years to live and money was not a problem, the things I’d change are these:
- I’d work less, maybe even stop working (for money)
- I’d have my hubby stop working too so we could spend more time together
- I’d hire a housekeeper to do the grunt-work around the house, thus freeing me up to enjoy life more and spend more time with loved ones
- I’d volunteer more at my children’s school because I’d have the free time to do it, and I love the quality time spent together
- I’d take a couple of trips – one with my hubby alone, and one with the entire family

But, generally speaking, I’m pretty happy with my life – I just wish I didn’t have to spend so much of my time in the laundry room!

By: psychsarah

psychsarah — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 16:39:09 +0000

The book sounds amazing. You may have solved my problem of what to get my BFF for Christmas . She and I are ardent fans (she and her sister came to the picnic this summer with me), so she’s totally on track to be debt-free forever, but I know she’d love to hear you take on figuring out your core values and what you really want, as would I. Thank you for continuing to be generous with your talents-so many of us benefit every single day!