Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 25, 2014

We have this nice big house that we should be enjoying, and some amazing friends and of course each other, and YOLO. It works out really well and we connect. As a huge bonus, cooking together saves money rather than eating out. We have bikes, so we like to get out and use those on the cooler, drier days.

Financial Goals 213

Financial Goals Goals Budgeting Budget 213

Family Balance Sheet

SEPTEMBER 20, 2016

After that, we paid off the remaining $20,000 of debt over the course of 9 months. Baby furniture, BBQ pits, tools, guns… EVERYTHING. We started cooking at home more, a big issue for us was eating out. To not count on debt being a tool we can use. We sold EVERYTHING! We were sticky on a spending freeze.

Debt 100

Debt Debt Free Bath and Body Works Gas 100

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 8, 2014

I’ve been lazy in the past and just planned for the work week and ignored the fact that we do need to eat on the weekends. We might eat out one night, but if I don’t plan the other six days, then it becomes more than one night out and we end up over budget in our ‘dining out’ category too.

Meals 186

Meals Simple Menu Planning Menu Plans 186

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 28, 2022

When I don’t plan, I make multiple trips to the store, eat out too often, and most certainly blow our budget. The freezer can be an important tool to saving money at the grocery store and it’s not just for saving leftovers. If you’re an ALDI shopper too, check out: 7 ALDI Dinner Ideas. Utilize the Freezer.

Saving Money 130

Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 130

Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 2, 2011

I've been lazy in the past and just planned for the work week and ignored the fact that we do need to eat on the weekends. We usually eat out one night, but if I don't plan the other six days, then it becomes more than one night out and we end up over budget in that category. Plan for all seven days.

Menu Planning 138

Menu Planning Menu Plans Economical Kitchen 138

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

When I don’t plan, I make multiple trips to the store, eat out too often, and most certainly blow our budget. The freezer can be an important tool to saving money at the grocery store and it’s not just for saving leftovers. If you’re an ALDI shopper too, check out my 7 ALDI Dinner Ideas. Utilize the Freezer.

Saving Money 113

Saving Money Groceries Grocery Money 113

Saving Everyday

OCTOBER 3, 2023

This doesn’t mean every minute of your day needs to be planned out. Of course, dinner reservations, booking tours, and purchasing tickets should be done in advance. Eating out at every meal drains your wallet , so choose the most important meals and make those your splurges. Have a plan Planning ahead is crucial.

Saving Money 52

Saving Money Money Travel Hotel 52