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How We Frugal-ed in August 2022

Family Balance Sheet

But in the end, $155 is still a gift. I’m always looking for ways to save my family money to not only help us get through current higher food and gas prices but also to help us achieve our big financial goals. Lately, the line has been really long to get in and I wasn’t in the mood to stand in it. Show me the money!

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One Month of Spending Zero

Couponing 101

Eat Leftovers Leftovers will become our close friends. We always *intend* to use our leftovers but they usually end up in the back of the fridge, to be discovered only when it’s too late. Repurpose Leftovers My husband is very skilled at repurposing leftovers. This way the food doesn’t “feel” like leftovers!