It is so easy to get caught up in the ugliness of the world or even just the blah-ness of life, that we tend to overlook the beautiful things in life. So I decided to share some of the blessings that I have received this past week that sparked some joy into my life: 1.… Continue reading Blessings this week
Month: February 2018
Five Frugal Things
1. Kroger deals I stocked up on cereal for $.99 a box to donate to the food pantry and also remembered to pick up my free Friday downloads, which were a Hershey bar and a Cliff bar. As I was walking by the frozen food aisle, I remembered that I had an e-coupon for $4… Continue reading Five Frugal Things
Goal Update Week 8
1. Walk at least 500 miles this year ( 68 miles down, 432 to go) We had beautiful weather this week, so I actually got to walk 7 miles outside!! 2. Eat less than 30 net carbs each day I did this for 6 out of 7 days 3. Read two non-fiction books each month… Continue reading Goal Update Week 8
Frugal February Week 3 Update
This past week has been almost identical to Week 2. I have only bought groceries and avoided the thrift store all week. My pantry and freezers are still mostly full, which is surprising because I have not really bought much meat/pantry staples this month. I think this is because I had a really, well-stocked freezer… Continue reading Frugal February Week 3 Update
Frugal February Week 2 Update
This Frugal February has been so easy compared to others for some reason. This is surprising to me because I have cut my grocery budget in half, so I thought I would feel the pinch a lot more. I think that maybe my goal of not buying anything new this year, has really changed the… Continue reading Frugal February Week 2 Update
Five Frugal Things
1. Made sushi at home We celebrated my mother's birthday and the Chinese New Year on Saturday, so I decided bring homemade sushi (which I have never made before....) But I love sushi and have always wanted to try making it, so luckily Publix had all the ingredients I needed for a very reasonable price. … Continue reading Five Frugal Things
Goal Update for Week 7
1. Walk 500 miles this year We had a really nice week (on the days it didn't rain) so I got in 8 miles this week. So far, I am up to 58 miles for the year and 442 to go. 2. Eat less than 30 net carbs per day I did this for 5… Continue reading Goal Update for Week 7
Five Things That You Learn By Having A Low Spend Week
This year as one of my new year's goals, I decided to have a low spend week each month. I decided to try this because I learn so much about my spending habits during Frugal February, that I probably would benefit with the reminder year round. Here are a few of the reasons you too… Continue reading Five Things That You Learn By Having A Low Spend Week
Five Frugal Things
1. Kroger deals I made sure to download my digital coupon and pick up my free Sweet tarts candy box before they ran out of stock at Kroger this week. (It is Valentine's week after all!) I also bought 5 packages of butter for $1.99 each. **I had just opened my last box yesterday, so… Continue reading Five Frugal Things
Goal Update for Week 6
1. Walk 500 miles this year We had beautiful weather for two days this week, so I actually walked some of my miles outside. This week I walked 8 miles, so I am up to 50 miles for the year and only 450 to go. 2. Eat less than 30 net carbs a day I… Continue reading Goal Update for Week 6
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