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Dear Dave,

Would it be okay to go on a tenth anniversary honeymoon while we're working on our debt snowball?

-Karen

Dear Karen,

I don't think so. I mean, it's not against the law or anything like that. I just don't think it's a good idea. I wouldn't do it, and I wouldn't suggest taking the trip then rolling it into your debt snowball either. I know this probably sounds mean, but I'm just not a big romantic when it comes to people who are deeply in debt.

A rare exception may be a situation where you have a really small debt snowball and a nice, fat income. But most people in your shoes have average incomes and mountains of debt. On top of that, they want to take a big celebration vacation? I would say no.

At some point you have to stop the spending and concentrate on getting your finances in order. Besides, you've got a lifetime together to take romantic vacations and celebrate your marriage. Just wait until you can afford something like that. Trust me, you'll enjoy it even more!

-Dave

Dave Ramsey is America's trusted voice on money and business. He's authored four New York Times best-selling books: Financial Peace, More Than Enough, The Total Money Makeover and EntreLeadership. His newest book, written with his daughter Rachel Cruze, is titled Smart Money Smart Kids and is out now. The Dave Ramsey Show is heard by more than 6 million listeners each week on more than 500 radio stations. Follow Dave on Twitter at @DaveRamsey and on the web at daveramsey.com.