Day 144 – Budget? What Budget?

I swear that I have been working hard to stay on budget. Chris and I have significantly cut down on eating out and I have been really good about bringing my lunch to work. But then other things keep popping up that make it hard to stay on budget. In particular purchases and expenditures related … Continue reading →

Day 74 – Budget & Tostada’s

I’ve been talking about my budget for a few weeks and last week I finally did it – I came in under budget. Woo hoo! I only spent $35.85 of my $90/week budget. Not spending money while I’m at work is getting easier, dare I say habit forming!?!? My challenge this week is to start … Continue reading →

Day 53 – Week 2 Budget Review

Bringing my lunch to work and resisting the urge to order take out for dinner are the keys to keeping me on a budget. If I can continue to do these 2 simple things for the the rest of the year I’ll be a successful saver. Lets recap – for week 2 I gave myself … Continue reading →

Day 46 – Review Week 1 Budget & Plan for Week 2

Today’s project – review my spending last week and see how I did on my budget So how did I do? My budget was $100 for the week (not including groceries and other essentials) and I spent $95.99. I would be happier if I felt like I earned it, but getting sick last week really … Continue reading →

Day 41 – Banana Bread

Today’s project – make banana bread.. This week I put myself on a budget in an attempt to save money. Most of my discretionary spending goes to food, including the purchase of a muffin most mornings. I like to sleep in as much as possible, which usually means that I don’t have time to eat … Continue reading →

Day 39 – The Budget

Today’s project –  put myself on a budget Week after week I’m surprised by how much money I am able to spend without noticing. I don’t keep track of my spending, but I know that most of it goes towards food. I’m going to start something new this week….. I’m going to put myself on a budget … Continue reading →

Day 31 – Cooking

Today’s project – cook up storm. Originally the plan was to only make pulled pork and lentil soup, but then I decided to add jalapeno cheddar beer bread and an apple tart to the list. The pulled pork is supposed to cook for 8-10 hours in the slow cooker. I am hoping to serve to … Continue reading →