Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 2, 2011

The weeks that I take the time to plan the menu are the weeks that I have control over our spending. The weeks were I don’t menu plan are the weeks that I’m at the grocery store multiple times or we get take out multiple times, leading to an out of control grocery spending. Develop a system.

Menu Planning 138

Menu Planning Menu Plans Economical Kitchen 138

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 28, 2014

February’s homework was to clean out and organize the refrigerator, freezer, and kitchen pantry. I tackled those projects early in the month and wrote about them: 5 Easy Steps to an Organized Pantry and Clean Your Refrigerator. I found it easier to keep a tab on my grocery spending and I’m going to continue to use cash.

Budgeting 124

Budgeting Budget February Groceries 124

Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 8, 2014

Over the holidays, I wasn’t as diligent with my meal planning and our grocery bill went over what I budget for food. Not only do I need to get control of our grocery spending again, but I also am challenging myself with a new budget for January. 3 Reasons Why You Should Plan Your Meals: 1.

Meals 186

Meals Simple Menu Planning Menu Plans 186