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OCTOBER 30, 2014

On the 30th of each month, between January and November in 2014 , we will meet here to discuss our challenges and successes for the month with our grocery budget. November’s Assignments. November is the last month of the challenge, so I would love to focus this month and get back to my $450 budget, but that could be difficult.

Budgeting 100

Budgeting Budget September October 100

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SEPTEMBER 1, 2011

Links due to me by Tuesday,October 18, 2011 8:30 PM EST. Post Date: Thursday,November 3, 2011. Links due to me by Tuesday,November 1, 2011 8:30 PM EST. Post Date: Thursday,November 17, 2011. Links due to me by Tuesday,November 15, 2011 8:30 PM EST. Post Date: Thursday,December 1, 2011. Theme: Hearty Soup Recipes.

2011 164

2011 September November October 164

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OCTOBER 31, 2011

From October 31st - November 7th select books are only $5, up to an 80% savings! 5 Book Sale now through November 7th. Taste of Home is having another $5 sale! The selection includes cookbooks, gardening, home and children's books for only $5 while supplies last! These make great gifts. $5 Supplies Limited!

Home 149

Home Home and Garden Gifts Sale 149

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OCTOBER 25, 2019

On the 25th of every month from January to November in 2019, I will hold a virtual meeting on the blog to give updates on our progress, motivate one another, and help all of us save for a cash Christmas. November Assignments: The last meeting of the club is November 25. Welcome to the 2019 Christmas Savings Club.

2019 100

2019 October Club Christmas 100

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FEBRUARY 25, 2019

On the 25th of every month from January to November in 2019, I will hold a virtual meeting on the blog to give updates on our progress, motivate one another, and help all of us save for a cash Christmas. . Ten is the number of months of the club (Jan 25 – November 25). On January 25, 2019, I started the Christmas Savings Club.

2019 100

2019 February Club Christmas 100

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FEBRUARY 6, 2021

New furniture wasn’t in the budget for this project, but we sold some other unused furniture in November and we now have enough to pay for the new furniture. The backstory: In November 2019, my van was in need of new tires and I was debating on whether to get the new tires or start looking for a replacement vehicle.

Finance 130

Finance January Family 2020 130

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SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

This is a low amount, but I don’t shop too much online until November. Received $5.52 from Rakuten, an online shopping portal. This is cashback from online purchases I made from April – June. For info, read: My Rakuten Review . I found a $5 refund that I never deposited on PA’s unclaimed property website.

August 130

August Frugal Green And Frugal Financial Goals 130

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NOVEMBER 27, 2011

The Grocery University audio series includes the bonus Rock-Bottom Price List, that has been updated as of November 2011 to reflect the rising grocery prices that we're seeing across the country. Here's the schedule for Monday, November 28th: **All times are Mountain Standard Time**. 12 AM - 6 AM: price is $5 (savings of 80%).

Groceries 157

Groceries Grocery Audio Sale 157

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NOVEMBER 5, 2012

Now until November 12th, get select cookbooks, gardening and children's books for only $5, while supplies last! These $5 books will make nice Christmas gifts for any cook, gardener, teacher, bus driver, or neighbor on your gift giving list. For additional savings, click this link and use code: LS126 for free shipping on orders over $25!

Free Shipping 113

Free Shipping Gardening Garden Home 113

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OCTOBER 31, 2013

Saturday, November 2, 9 AM – Noon | Kids Workshop – Build a tabletop ship. Saturday & Sunday, Nov 2 & 3 | Each Bank of America or Merrill Lynch cardholder gets FREE general admission to 150 museums nationwide. Just present your credit or debit card along with photo ID. List of participating museums. The Home Depot.

Nov 100

Nov Bank of America Museum Home Depot 100

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NOVEMBER 13, 2012

To help my girls with their patience (and mine), I printed blank November and December calendars that I found online and posted them on the refrigerator. or "mommy, how many more days until we're off school." I'm just waiting for "mommy, how many more days until Santa comes?".

Holiday 127

Holiday Kids and Family Cheer November 127

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OCTOBER 19, 2018

It looks like I’ll be doing some baking in November! And if you don’t have children to raid for these recipes, Halloween candy goes on sale on November 1. Also, many of the recipes on this list could easily be adapted with candy from other holidays. I’m a HUGE fan of after holiday clearance!

Leftovers 100

Leftovers Halloween Used Cookies 100

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JANUARY 2, 2013

On the 25th of every month from January to November, I'll be holding a viral meeting for the Christmas Savings Club , a monthly accountability to help us save for a cash Christmas. That is the number that you want to save each month between now and November 25, 2013. Wouldn't you rather have a cash Christmas?

2013 113

2013 Christmas Club January 113

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MARCH 25, 2013

On the 25th of every month from January to November in 2013, I'm holding a virtual meeting for the Christmas Savings Club. Are you struggling with saving money now (in March) for something that you won't need until November or December? Today is the third meeting, but anyone can join at any time. How Are You Doing? Stay Strong!

March 100

March Club Christmas Goals 100

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JANUARY 25, 2013

On the 25th of every month from January to November, I'm holding a viral meeting for the Christmas Savings Club , a monthly accountability to help us save for a cash Christmas. That final number will be your goal to save each month between now and November 25, 2013. Today is the first meeting!

Christmas 127

Christmas Club Goals Budgeting 127

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MAY 25, 2013

On the 25th of every month from January to November in 2013, I''m holding a virtual meeting for the Christmas Savings Club. It feels good to watch out savings account grow and I now I''m going to be less stressed in November when we start our Christmas shopping, because we''ll have the cash in our account.

Club 100

Club Christmas May Goals 100

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NOVEMBER 3, 2011

Calling all bloggers: My next themed round up will be Thanksgiving Recipes and it will run Thursday, November 17. Chicken stock is very easy to make in the crock pot or on the stove top. What is your favorite soup? Leave the link in the comments. If you have a recipe to share, email me your link at familybalancesheet at gmail dot com.

Recipes 220

Recipes Homemade Mom Thanksgiving 220

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OCTOBER 27, 2011

Calling all bloggers: My next themed round up will be SOUPS and it will run Thursday, November 3. I have done both and don't really have a preference except that canned is much easier. Do you have a pumpkin recipe? Please share it in the comments. If you have a recipe to share, email me your link at familybalancesheet at gmail dot com.

Recipes 219

Recipes Grandmother Cooking Ice Cream 219

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NOVEMBER 1, 2011

Happy November! This is a big month for food bargains and Coupons.com has some great coupons on items that just might be on your Thanksgiving shopping list. Pie crust, broth, dinner rolls, noodles (for leftover Turkey Noodle soup), yeast, and a whole bunch more. Match the coupon up with a sale and you will really save yourself some money.

Thanksgiving 149

Thanksgiving Bargain Muir Glen Food 149

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DECEMBER 14, 2012

This past November, my husband came home one day with a blow up reindeer for the kids. Also, when driving home at night, we take the round about way into our neighborhood to check out one street that has many homes lit up. My kids squeal in delight at the lights. I even posted it on Facebook.

Lighting 138

Lighting Christmas Frugal Holiday 138

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MARCH 25, 2019

On the 25th of every month from January to November in 2019, I will hold a virtual meeting on the blog to give updates on our progress, motivate one another, and help all of us save for a cash Christmas. . On January 25, 2019, I started the Christmas Savings Club. My monthly goal is $100.

March 100

March Club Christmas Budgeting 100

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NOVEMBER 4, 2016

Saturday: I’m hosting a dinner party for extended family to celebrate the numerous November birthdays. It is November and we have yet to turn on our main heat source. Thursday: Parmesan chicken tenders , mashed potatoes, steamed broccoli, homemade sugar-free applesauce. How We Saved this Week: 1. Unintended savings.

Frugal 100

Frugal Fridays Ebates Credit Cards 100

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JUNE 25, 2019

On the 25th of every month from January to November in 2019, I will hold a virtual meeting on the blog to give updates on our progress, motivate one another, and help all of us save for a cash Christmas. Welcome to the 2019 Christmas Savings Club. The club is open to anyone who wants monthly accountability to save for a cash Christmas.

2019 100

2019 June Club Christmas 100

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APRIL 25, 2019

On the 25th of every month from January to November in 2019, I will hold a virtual meeting on the blog to give updates on our progress, motivate one another, and help all of us save for a cash Christmas. Welcome to the 2019 Christmas Savings Club. The club is open to anyone who wants monthly accountability to save for a cash Christmas.

2019 100

2019 April Club Christmas 100

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JANUARY 3, 2013

A view of my FREE spreadsheet: After you fill in your 2013 budget, divide that total number by 11 and that is the amount that you need to save each month between now and November. This can be a working budget, where you make modifications through out the year, but you need a place to start.

Budgeting 100

Budgeting Budget 2013 Christmas 100

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DECEMBER 17, 2012

Also, this holiday season, Edwards Desserts will be donating $1 to Toys for Tots for every Edwards Desserts product purchased during the months of November and December (up to $50,000). Plus, with every e-card sent, both you and the recipient will receive up to (2) $1 off any Mrs Smith's or Edwards Frozen pies via an email link. (2

Desserts 100

Desserts Holiday Georgia Hersheys 100

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MAY 25, 2019

On the 25th of every month from January to November in 2019, I will hold a virtual meeting on the blog to give updates on our progress, motivate one another, and help all of us save for a cash Christmas. Welcome to the 2019 Christmas Savings Club. The club is open to anyone who wants monthly accountability to save for a cash Christmas.

2019 100

2019 Club Christmas May 100

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JULY 25, 2019

On the 25th of every month from January to November in 2019, I will hold a virtual meeting on the blog to give updates on our progress, motivate one another, and help all of us save for a cash Christmas. Welcome to the 2019 Christmas Savings Club. The club is open to anyone who wants monthly accountability to save for a cash Christmas.

2019 113

2019 Club July Christmas 113

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NOVEMBER 30, 2015

We needed to take advantage of sunny and low 60’s in November. Tree decorating could wait until Saturday when it was going to be rainy, the weather on Friday was too beautiful to stay inside. I swear the dog did NOT eat the other hikers. The strenuous hike, fresh air, and breathtaking view were just what this family needed.

Fridays 100

Fridays Kids and Family Daughter Thanksgiving 100

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JANUARY 16, 2015

Two of the dinners this week were from my freezer cooking session in November. Friday : Tonight, I’m grilling Red Pepper & Feta Turkey Burgers , baking homemade oven fries and steaming broccoli. It is so nice to have dinner already prepped in the freezer. This Week’s Breakfasts, Lunches & Snacks.

Leftovers 100

Leftovers Homemade Freezers Ovens 100

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JANUARY 29, 2015

On the last Thursday of each month from January to November in 2015, I’ll hold a virtual meeting (a post) where we will discuss how we did for the month. Recently, I thought I needed a new picture frame, but realized that I had a pile of unused frames sitting in a closet that I had forgotten about. The Choose Thrift First Challenge.

Thrifting 100

Thrifting January Thrift Stores Financial Goals 100

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JANUARY 30, 2014

O n the 30th of each month, between January and November in 2014 , we will meet here to discuss our challenges and successes for the month. Lately when I see my bill at the check out, I’m shocked at how few groceries are actually going home with me. This will be a challenge where we’ll need discipline, support, and planning.

Budgeting 127

Budgeting Budget January Groceries 127

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FEBRUARY 26, 2015

On the last Thursday of each month from January to November in 2015, I’ll hold a virtual meeting (a post) where we will discuss how we did for the month. Recently, I thought I needed a new picture frame, but realized that I had a pile of unused frames sitting in a closet that I had forgotten about. The Choose Thrift First Challenge.

Thrifting 100

Thrifting February Thrift Stores Financial Goals 100

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JANUARY 10, 2014

On the 30th of each month, between January and November in 2014 , we will meet here to discuss our challenges and successes for the month. To save your sanity because you’re sticking to your budget. To learn tips and tricks from others on how to stay within your grocery budget.

Budgeting 174

Budgeting Budget Groceries Grocery 174

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OCTOBER 10, 2014

Keep in mind that it will take you time to build up the funds, so if you start the fund in October and a bill is due in November, you most likely will not have enough money in your fund yet. This is not an account to fund anything else–ever! Don’t let that deter you.

Finance 100

Finance Property Taxes Organic Organization 100

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SEPTEMBER 25, 2019

On the 25th of every month from January to November in 2019, I will hold a virtual meeting on the blog to give updates on our progress, motivate one another, and help all of us save for a cash Christmas. Welcome to the 2019 Christmas Savings Club. The club is open to anyone who wants monthly accountability to save for a cash Christmas.

2019 100

2019 September Club August 100

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APRIL 30, 2015

On the last Thursday of each month from January to November in 2015, I’ll hold a virtual meeting (a post) where we will discuss how we did for the month. Recently, I thought I needed a new picture frame, but realized that I had a pile of unused frames sitting in a closet that I had forgotten about. The Choose Thrift First Challenge.

Thrifting 100

Thrifting April Thrift Stores Financial Goals 100