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Grocery Budget Challenge | January Meeting

Family Balance Sheet

If you’re just starting with us in February, read my 11 Simple Meal Planning Tips to help you get started. Part of my motivation was that I’m hosting this challenge. It would look pretty bad if the host blew up her grocery budget, but I also remained diligent planning our menu and my shopping list every week.

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(Exercising) The Art of Frugality

Frugal Luxuries

For several years now I've been motivated to action when reading her classic, tried-and-true frugal tricks and tips as she menu plans, money manages and enjoys the luxuries of a simple life with her family. Terri's down-to-earth writing and ability to get the necessary tasks done seem to push my own 'get moving' button!

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