Originally Posted by Squashed_Fly
That's fine - but it does come across as extremely patronising, whether intentionally or not. And that's what gets my back up.
I work hard for my money, and I do save. And I do also like to have a life as well, which I am entitled to do!
If i want to save a bit less, and get some bike bits, I am allowed to do that! And if I want to look at alternative options to getting a mortgage without spending years saving and living with no 'extras' in life, I am allowed to do that. I don't go out drinking, I haven't had a holiday in 2 years and I am paying for a wedding so yeah, from time to time, I might have a track day, or treat myself to something. I don't think 2 free afternoons at castle combe is excessive!