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How We Frugal-ed in January!

Family Balance Sheet

Welcome to my first “How We Frugal-ed” recap of 2020. I started a new grocery shopping routine in January and it is working out splendidly! On Friday morning, I pull into the drive through during my allotted time and my groceries are placed in the back of my car. Cook Once, Eat Many Times! Meal Plan.

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How We Frugal-ed in February 2020

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On Friday morning, I pull into the drive-through during my allotted time and my groceries are placed in the back of my car. In the past, I made my meal plan and grocery shopped on Sundays. Home Cooked Meals We Enjoyed this month: Cajun Red Beans & Rice. Shepard’s Pie from Jo Cooks.

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Our 2023 Financial Goals

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In 2020, our financial goals were to read, research, and understand both college and retirement planning. Long-time readers might remember the days when my kids were much younger and I spent $400/month on groceries. This increase is partly from inflation, but also, I now cook for 4 adult-sized appetites.