Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

While my husband works hard to bring the money in, my job is to make it go as far as it can while feeding our family healthy meals. My #1 tip for trimming grocery spending is an easy one: Serve simple, frugal, scheduled meals. This makes meal planning simpler and has saved me a ton of money. Here’s what it looks like for us.

Grocery Spending 246

Grocery Spending Grocery Groceries Food and Drink 246

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 1, 2014

They’re like a sugar cookie, but they are very crisp. We make gingerbread men every year. My girls love making them–maybe because of the mess–LOL. While I love to bake, baking many different kinds of Christmas cookies is just too overwhelming for me and my schedule. Frugal Holiday Fun'

Swap 185

Swap Cookies Organic Organization 185

The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

How long have you been reading The Frugal Girl? The Frugal Girl is one of the few blogs whose URL I have memorized, so I’ve never missed an entry! The Frugal Girl is one of the few blogs whose URL I have memorized, so I’ve never missed an entry! What’s your best frugal win? K in her dance costume 2.

Kids and Family 191

Kids and Family Parenting Cars Car 191

Family Balance Sheet

MAY 20, 2015

Make ice cream in a bag. They’ve also sold bottled water, homemade cookies, and crafts. They have fun, make a little change, and it’s a great lesson about money. Keep your eyes and ears open for local activities. Fun @ Home. Go camping in your back yard. Host a s’mores party. Have a lemonade stand.

Activism 100

Activism Budgeting Budget Amusement Park 100