This post is a little different than usual — I let ChatGPT help shape it. Like anything in life, there’s a place for artificial intelligence, and the key word is balance.
Lately I’ve been fascinated by tracking small everyday numbers. I’ve been using my bullet journal to follow a few basics, and here’s what last month looked like.
📌 Giving & Utilities
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Household income: $1,572
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Charitable giving: $48 (3% of income)
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Utilities: $241 (15% of income)
🍎 Food Support
We received about $215 worth of food from the senior center — which adds the equivalent of 14% more to our monthly resources. It made a noticeable difference.
🌤️ Weather Notes
Just quick numbers: the warmest afternoon I logged was 47°F, the coolest outlier dropped to 24°F, and most days sat right around 43°F.
I’m finding the numbers grounding. They don’t tell the whole story, but they offer a quiet snapshot of daily life — where things go, what comes in, and what helps along the way.
Balance still matters, whether it’s budgeting, gratitude, or even letting a bit of AI lend a hand.
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I know you don't have a lot of money but you manage. Why would you give to charity? You need the money yourself.
ReplyDeleteYou are so generous to think of others, Peppy!
ReplyDelete...as Andrew said, when the offering plate comes around, give what you can and take what you need.
ReplyDeleteThat you give to charity is so deeply caring, Dora.
ReplyDeleteYou are very generous and kind.
ReplyDeleteAI is a very interesting tool, isn’t it?
ReplyDeleteGiving to others is always a blessing for you both!
ReplyDeleteWonderful that you find the numbers grounding.
ReplyDeleteYes, balance is important.
ReplyDeleteI wouldn't have guessed ChatGPT was involved here! It really shows how a good balance can make all the difference.
ReplyDeleteI've never used chatgpt.
ReplyDeleteI agree with Andrew, but add that maybe still give to charity, but give less.
ReplyDeleteHere's to balance
ReplyDeleteCreating structure and routines, practicing mindfulness, and doing physical exercise – these things give us stability in life… and lead us to inner balance and happiness.
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful day.
Love, Viola
How's winter there?
ReplyDeleteI will admit to never having used ChatGPT to do anything and for that matter have never done a breakdown of finances or spending. Instead, I try to be mindful of where the $ goes and for what. And, donations are also included in our finances. (Thank you also for your recent comment on my blog post. It is always nice to meet a new fellow blogger.)
ReplyDeleteYour weather seems warm. We had a morning it was -13!
ReplyDeleteYou must do what you feel is right. I would give a little less. You are still giving and that's what matters. You are a kind person and that matters too.
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