heather46+FollowIncome Freeze Forces Me to Recalculate Every ExpenseI’m an IT contractor in Texas, and my finances were relatively stable. But the shutdown delayed payments on some projects, affecting my income. Credit card bills, mortgage, and children’s educational expenses forced me to recalculate my budget. Casual shopping and weekend gatherings are canceled, and I have to tighten spending. Economic uncertainty keeps me on edge every day and affects my future planning. #GovernmentShutdown #ConsumerConfidence #EconomicImpact120Share