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My #1 Tip for Trimming Grocery Spending

Family Balance Sheet

Having a routine keeps me scheduled so that I don’t forget to prep something and end up tempted to eat out. By having a schedule and knowing what we usually eat, I can save money by buying many foods in bulk. Homemade cookies ( Healthier Coconut Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies ).

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Meet a Reader | Biker Liz

The Frugal Girl

On a recent trip that involved flying, I packed dry oats, dry chia seeds, frozen homemade applesauce, homemade cookies, a loaf of Jimmy John’s bread made into 3 salami sandwiches, and a bag of baby carrots. days I was there – I only needed to eat out for 2 dinners during the whole trip.