Almost the Real Olympics, Only Not As Cool But Way Less Time Consuming
Surprised to see me on a Wednesday, minions?
I’m surprised to see you, too!
But, I’m happy that you’re here. How would you like to see the Olympics? The Personal Financial Olympics, that is…
I’m competing in this crazy Olympic thing to win oodles of money ($1,000). I’m going to SHARE HALF THE CASH when we win.
I say “we” because I need your help.
Click here and vote for my awesome post on 7 Financial Hacks to Avoid. It’s way better than those serious posts about saving money. Let’s show people that personal finance can be fun, huh?
Currently, I’m in 24th place out of about 28 posts. You know what that means? Today could be the day humor in financial planning dies. That’d be sad, wouldn’t it?
I bet you’re wondering what I’ll do with my half of the $1000 WE are going to win together.
I’ve gotcha covered, but even better. Here they are:
7 Things I Won’t Do With the $500 I’ll Win in the Personal Financial Olympics
1) I won’t attend the real Olympics. You know the ones? They’re in London and there are actually many events instead of just three. They also don’t spend their day begging for votes so they can make the finals (although that might be humorous, too….).
2) I won’t eat anchovies. But I might buy pizza. If you live near Texarkana, I’ll invite you over and we’ll have pizza together to celebrate.
3) There’s no way I’m going to get a limo and go see a concert. Did I mention I live in Texarkana? I could take you out cow tipping, but we’d still have $450 left after filling up the tank of your truck.
4) In no form will I run for public office or donate the money to a political campaign. It’s only $500, not $500,000. Even if it was, why would I waste my money donating to “none of the above?”
5) I won’t get a ridiculous mullet. But I might shave my head.
6) I won’t buy a bottle of wine. I’ll probably buy two.
7) I won’t invest it. I could buy a few shares of Yahoo! Now that they have a new CEO, I’m sure that’s the perfect investment. Or not. Okay, maybe I’ll invest it.
Okay, that’s my half. What won’t you do with your half that we’re gonna win together?
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Feel free to vote for my post as well! I’m in 4th place and could use the boost to get in the top 3. My post is better anyways… Saving a Down Payment for a House – PF Olympics
Jason @ WSL recently posted..Recipe: Chocolate Chip Quinoa Balls
Ha! Don’t write that while I’m drinking coffee, dude! Let’s be realistic. After I pass you, everyone will have to get you from 5th place there….
Minions, there’s nothing to see with Jason’s comment. Remember, he hasn’t agreed to share the winnings with you AND his post proves once again that there’s room for boring stuff on the internet.
(I’ve gotta say this has been WAY fun, no matter what happens….)
I completely agree, it has been a lot of fun! If I made it to the finals would it be wrong of me to host a $100 giveaway for everybody that votes for me?
Good luck to you in all seriousness!
Jason @ WSL recently posted..5 Reasons to Buy a Home in This Market
I will not buy Wheaties if I win! Nor will I buy a plane ticket to Texarcana, sorry Joe.
Kathleen @ Frugal Portland recently posted..Ask the Audience: Fincon 2012
Man, we could have taken you on a tour. Then after that five minutes was done, you would have had the whole day to read….
Link didn’t work. I am in the Olympics as well.
maria@moneyprinciple recently posted..Personal Finance Olympics: it is an honour to take part but I am not giving up without a good fight
What happened? I just checked it and it works here. That stinks. If you can let me know what was wrong with it when you tried, I’d appreciate it!
Voted using other channels.
maria@moneyprinciple recently posted..Last Week The Money Principle was Included in Eight Carnivals
you and jason are hilarious, here.. one-upping each other.
i wonder if i can sneakily vote for both of you.
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You CAN vote for both of us. Don’t tell anyone, but I secretly voted for his, too. Even though it stinks and all….
Awesome! Good luck on winning! If I won, I wouldn’t go see the Tigers play. Wait, yes I am – I’m going this weekend!
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Just visited the site and voted for you!! Good luck! I hope you win!!