In March, we had an amazing income month and a high, but relatively reasonable expense month compared to income.

This month, our total net income was $44,969.63.  My Wife’s 4% raise went into affect this month.  In addition to my wife’s regular paychecks, she received an incredible quarterly bonus of $60,509.13 gross ($32,817.19 net).  Her company reimbursements were $158.89 this month and we earned $44.42 in interest income from our savings account.

This month, our expenses totaled $23,552.88.   Large, non-fixed expenses includes $1,175.48 for pet care (our dog got sick), $1,097.33 for clothing, and $895.59 for vacation expenses.

Next month, my wife plans to sell some company stock that has vested. She didn’t sell it this month because of the stock market decline.

In February, we had a great income month and a relatively reasonable expense month.

This month, our total net income was $18,124.05.  We received a $5,560 state tax refund and a $4,987 federal tax refund (listed as credits in our expense report).  In addition to my wife’s regular paychecks, she received her company’s highest award that provided a special bonus of $5,074.41 gross ($3,000 net).  Her company reimbursements were $166.47 this month.  We also received $3,119.82 in insurance reimbursements and earned $24.58 in interest income from our savings account.

This month, our expenses totaled $14,178.11.   Large, non-fixed expenses included $3,910.36 in clothing/accessories ($3240.41 of which was my wife’s new handbag, a gift for her amazing work performance), $485.83 for personal care, and $463.40 for medical/dental/prescriptions.

Next month, my wife will receive a 4% raise bringing her annual salary to $228,448!  She will also receive her quarterly bonus and will be able to sell company stock that has vested. She is very good (amazing) at her job!

In January, we had a pretty typical income month and a kinda high expense month.

This month, our total net income was $11,738.04.  In addition to my wife’s regular paychecks, she received $104.99 in company reimbursements.  We also earned $19.22 in Brand Club rewards and $25.25 in interest income from our savings account.

This month, our expenses totaled $16,098.34.   Large, non-fixed expenses included $1,925.54 for medical/dental/prescriptions, $1,342.60 for gym memberships (annual renewals & monthly dues), and $596.59 for a car repair.

Next month, my wife will receive a $3,000 bonus from her company for winning a big award.  We should also receive a $3,057 insurance refund and we have an appointment with our tax accountant to complete our 2025 filing.

In December, we had an amazing income month and a kinda high expense month.

This month, our total net income was $22,008.86.  In addition to my wife’s regular paychecks, she received a $13,025 gross ($8,054.29 net) quarterly bonus, $94.99 in company reimbursements and she sold $1,011.59 of company stock.  We also earned $16.69 in interest income from our savings account.

This month, our expenses totaled $15,651.01.   Large, non-fixed expenses included $2,853.73 for giving, $814.30 for medical/prescriptions and $573.40for clothing.

Next month should be a pretty typical month other than $685 due for our term life insurance.

In November, we had a standard income and expense month.

This month, our total net income was $12,967.16.  In addition to my wife’s regular paychecks, she received $119.99 in company reimbursements.  We also earned $15.87 in interest income from our savings account.

This month, our expenses totaled $13,532.45.   Large, non-fixed expenses included $936.87 for insurance, $877.25 for medical/prescriptions and $548.65 for vacation.

Next month my wife will receive her quarterly bonus.

In October, we had a standard income month and expense month.

This month, our total net income was $12,980.45.  In addition to my wife’s regular paychecks, she received $124.99 in company reimbursements.  We also earned $24.16 in interest income from our savings account.

This month, our expenses totaled $12,819.63.  Large, non-fixed expenses included $896.61 for dentist visits and $600 for home maintenance.

Next month we have our auto insurance due and will be taking a family vacation, so expenses will be higher than usual.

In September, we had an incredible income month and a high expense month.

This month, our total net income was $27,192.38.  In addition to my wife’s regular paychecks, she received a quarterly bonus of $22,825 gross ($14,140.26 net) and $214.98 in company reimbursements.  We also earned $17.42 in interest income from our savings account.

This month, our expenses totaled $21,395.11.  Large, non-fixed expenses included $2,494.36 for vacation, $1,576.86 for home maintenance, and $691.97 for clothing.

Next month should be a pretty typical month in terms of income and expenses.

In August, we had an excellent income month that, unfortunately, was offset by insanely high expenses.

This month, our total net income was $18,980.66.  In addition to my wife’s regular paychecks, she some company stock for $6,047.82 and received $104.99 in company reimbursements.  We also earned $8.14 in interest income from our savings account.

This month, our expenses totaled $32,410.92.  Large, non-fixed expenses included $12,524.78 for home maintenance, $7,264.40  for auto, maintenance, and $890 for landscape maintenance.

Next month, my wife will receive a quarterly bonus of over $22,825 gross.  She’s amazing at her job!

In July, we had a typical income month and relatively low expenses.  I thought my wife’s company stock sale would go through this month but it’s actually next month.

This month, our total net income was $12,881.49.  In addition to my wife’s regular paychecks, she received no company reimbursements (will receive two reimbursements next month.  We also earned $17.90 in interest income from our savings account.

This month, our expenses totaled $12,355.77.  Large, non-fixed expenses included $1,035for home maintenance and $760.65 for clothing.

Next month, my wife should be able to sell some of her company stock for ~$6,000 gross.

In June, we had an excellent income month but also a large month of expenses.

This month, our total net income was $19,532.82.  In addition to my wife’s regular paychecks, she received a quarterly bonus of $11,475 gross ($7,134.31 net) and $19.99 in company reimbursements.  We also earned $15.31 in interest income from our savings accounts.

This month, our expenses totaled $18,224.24.  Large non-fixed expenses included $4,842.85 for insurance, $4,842 for insurance, $1,805 for vacations, and $427 for clothing.

Next month, my wife should be able to sell some of her company stock for ~$6,000 gross.