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How I’m Managing our Family Budget during the Pandemic

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Like many across the globe, my family’s finances are a bit unstable due to the Coronvius Pandemic. My second prayer is that my family gets through this crisis financially. Our only spending going forward will be for essentials, such as our mortgage, utilities, groceries, our Medi-Share premium , and fuel for the cars.

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10 Ways to Save at Giant Food Stores

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As the home manager, my mission is to serve my family quality and tasty food on our limited budget. Gas Savings: For every 100 points you earn, you’ll receive 10¢ off per gallon up to a maximum of 25 gallons of fuel per vehicle per purchase. This dinner was a $16 value. This updated post is not sponsored. This equals $6.80

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How We Frugal-ed in July 2022

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We’ve seen higher grocery and fuel bills lately, so we’re upping our frugal game to help the budget. Winner Winner FREE Chicken Dinner! Once again, GIANT of PA offered a chicken dinner with 3 sides and rolls for only 350 gas points. I use my plasma money for special treats for my family and me.

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8 Action Steps for a Frugal February!

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Assign a budget category to each transaction, so you can add up what you spend on food, fuel, clothing, self-care, etc. Our active life goes on, so I will be planning a nice eat-at-home dinner with a special sweet treat, rather than eating out. Invite friends over for a potluck/game night, instead of going out to dinner.

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Winter Activities to Escape the Cold

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Plus you'll find a bunch of food vendors outside to fuel your shopping venture. I used my birthday as an opportunity to check out Sippin' On Sixth, which is a tiki pop-up through the end of the year that has tiki drinks, brunch, lunch, dinner, and specialty events. We go every year and find all new local artist to follow.

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Frugal February

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If you need encouragement and guidance with your budget, join my private Facebook group: Family Budgeters Unite! Assign a budget category to each transaction, so you can add up what you spend on food, fuel, clothing, self-care, etc. Invite friends over for a potluck/game night, instead of going out to dinner. Say that 5 times!).

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8 Tips to Help You Save Money While On Vacation

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Every year, we split the rent on a beach condo with other family members to make a week away affordable for everyone involved. Sit down with your family and brainstorm what everyone''s expectations will be while on vacation. We travel with my extended family, so my mom and I will sit down before the trip and talk about a meal plan.

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