Couponing 101

APRIL 13, 2020

Maintaining a clean living space is important, but many children only know how to put their toys away. Teaching kids more cleaning skills, like how to dust or how to use the vacuum, can prepare them to clean more thoroughly… and it could make your life a little easier in the long run. Grocery Shopping (Only Online).

Kids 90

Kids Home and Garden Sewing Gardening 90

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 28, 2014

The Goal of the Grocery Budget Challenge is to be creative with our meal planning and grocery shopping so that we do not over-spend. Lately when I see my bill at the check out, I’m shocked at how few groceries are actually going home with me. For my system, read my 11 Simple Meal Planning Tips.

Budgeting 124

Budgeting Budget February Groceries 124

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 28, 2022

As my kids have grown into teenagers who eat as much as adults, I spend about $800-1000/month–this includes anything I buy at the grocery store, so it includes paper and cleaning products. How to Save Money on Groceries. There’s a reason why menu planning is #1 on this list. Stock Up on Loss Leaders.

Saving Money 130

Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 130

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 30, 2014

The Goal of the Grocery Budget Challenge is to be creative with our meal planning and grocery shopping so that we aren’t over-spending. Lately when I see my bill at the check out, I’m shocked at how few groceries are actually going home with me. For my system, read my 11 Simple Meal Planning Tips.

Budgeting 127

Budgeting Budget January Groceries 127

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

As my kids have grown into a teen and tween who eat as much as adults, I spend about $700/month–this includes anything I buy at the grocery store, so it includes paper and cleaning products. How to Save Money on Groceries. There’s a reason why menu planning is #1 on this list. Stock Up on Loss Leaders.

Saving Money 113

Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 113

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 14, 2013

Usually there is enough leftovers for the last night to be a ‘clean out the fridge’ night. We''ll plan the menu weeks before we leave, so I can do most of my grocery shopping at home instead of our vacation spot where prices are more expensive. Also, by planning ahead I can take advantage of sales.

Vacation 153

Vacation Saving Money Money Food and Drink 153