For many people, including my mother, tax-free weekend was greatly anticipated, an opportunity to get everything I needed for school at a bit of discount.

Due to the economy and its impact on state revenue, this year's tax-free weekend was cut, leaving many disappointed they wouldn't save $50 or more in taxes on a new laptop or other pricey school-related items.

How has the lack of a tax-free weekend affected you?

Do you normally wait until tax-free weekend to do your back-to-school or personal shopping?

Are you limiting your spending on clothing, computers and other school-related supplies?