Who said the recession is over,not I?

I don't know how this recession is treating you,but it is kicking my families butt right now. One thing I can truly be thankful about this "recession" is how more families are embracing frugality. I personally have always lead a frugal life,but my husband on the other hand always seemed embarrassed by my frugality at times. For years,it seemed like he was embarrassed or frustrated about me using coupons(it takes to long),he just wanted to go into the store,and buy whatever and leave. Using a list always helped me stay within budget and allowed me to know where money was being spent and where the real savings were made. I married a man who had a champagne taste on a beer budget and it has been a real struggle over the years to help him see that we have to take care of business first and then have fun. Anyone out there,like us at all and is the recession/depression over? I say it isn't over because the media is saying so.....it's over when millions of Americans can find work!


-Peace-