tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-136676220962824875.post4584774725299414136..comments2023-10-01T09:05:17.842-05:00Comments on Life, Love, & Books: The "B" WordDeannahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11371310465607810535noreply@blogger.comBlogger10125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-136676220962824875.post-76610860404834627902010-04-16T11:27:26.904-05:002010-04-16T11:27:26.904-05:00We are budget people, for sure!
We've disco...We are budget people, for sure! <br /><br />We've discovered that giving ourselves an "allowance" out of each pay check helps keep things easy - we each get a set amount to spend on whatever we want, and then once it's out, it's out. This goes for things like video games, clothes (unless the clothes are essentials) and things that seem ancillary. <br /><br />We also have cut out cable. We found we watch mostly local broadcast networks, and we just couldn't justify paying for cable anymore. But, we also have netflix and a DVR. <br /><br />At first, when we put ourselves on a more strict budget, it was a little difficult. But, the bank accounts kept growing, and we didn't have to worry about the "unforseens" hurting us for the month. We succesfully put away 6 months of bill money. Which is a HUGE accomplishment, considering the hubby was laid off last week...<br /><br />We also are "homebodies" and were never interested in going out a lot. That helps a TON.Michellehttp://mrs.dimwell.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-136676220962824875.post-31665714919565231402010-04-16T08:05:37.623-05:002010-04-16T08:05:37.623-05:00We had one of our family members that is a photogr...We had one of our family members that is a photographer that was "supposed" to take pictures for us. She couldn't make it...my pictures were taken by my FIL..did okay, but hiring one will be awesome. :)<br />No advice on the budget. I spend more money a week than anyone I know..and don't know what to do about it but just try and not do it, lol.Christinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03133112426691403173noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-136676220962824875.post-34803903191248399182010-04-14T13:12:55.764-05:002010-04-14T13:12:55.764-05:00Hiring a photographer for their birthday party- se...Hiring a photographer for their birthday party- seriously wish that I had thought of that!!! What a wonderful idea! You get to enjoy their party and not fuss over taking pictures =)Good Luck with the budget, that's always a tough topic for us as well.The Hamshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06452382993099768870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-136676220962824875.post-86947583379903173832010-04-14T09:23:28.307-05:002010-04-14T09:23:28.307-05:00Have you tried using Costco brand wipes? I used a...Have you tried using Costco brand wipes? I used a coupon the other day and got 1000 wipes for $14. I love them!!! Let me share some websites. I love coupon clipping. frugalcouponliving.com, thekrazycouponlady, southernsavers.Nicolehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15163562375663907529noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-136676220962824875.post-22860221961591253472010-04-14T06:08:07.086-05:002010-04-14T06:08:07.086-05:00I would be scared to see my banner & the amoun...I would be scared to see my banner & the amount it told me.<br />PJ is my budget maker and I stick to his budget plan (most of the time) and I am so thankful to him for coming up with it.<br />Great idea about the photographer! I can not wait to see the photosSouthernDogwoodshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02102502643955739463noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-136676220962824875.post-57400472273212034032010-04-13T21:45:11.059-05:002010-04-13T21:45:11.059-05:00I don't any advice because in PR companies don...I don't any advice because in PR companies don't uses coupons (sad), we are a family with one budget that need to do a lot of things to try to survive and is a restricted budget for expenses.<br /><br />I'm trying to add some money with my store but I'm having some issues.<br /><br />Hope you receive great advices!!Anniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09587102413538527552noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-136676220962824875.post-57532179114396291232010-04-13T18:52:41.431-05:002010-04-13T18:52:41.431-05:00I think the best way that we save money is by not ...I think the best way that we save money is by not buying certain things at all. I think people get caught up in the "I just saved $X on this!" game when, often times, you could have gone without it. I don't buy snacks (except kid snacks, like cheerios) or juice for the house. We don't eat out very often. I limit my Dunkin'/Starbucks runs. I rarely buy new clothes and for the kids, I buy used or on mega-sale.<br /><br />At the grocery store, I stick to my list. Menu planning also helps with not wasting food. Since I've started doing that, my weekly grocery bill is down about $20 with the added bonus of not throwing food away because it went bad.Nicole S.https://www.blogger.com/profile/04073857953370420287noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-136676220962824875.post-18456927597211790352010-04-13T17:31:58.830-05:002010-04-13T17:31:58.830-05:00Good luck with the budget. Couponing is great for ...Good luck with the budget. Couponing is great for saving money, but I can totally understand that you don't have the time. I've definitely slacked on it over the past few months, but you could save some good money on diapers by printing coupons online (there's a $3 huggies one out there right now). <br /><br />One way that we save money is by not eating out much at all...which kind of stinks, but it's made me learn to cook.amandanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-136676220962824875.post-23292864399221509172010-04-13T16:19:32.251-05:002010-04-13T16:19:32.251-05:00My best tips are stay away from the stores and fro...My best tips are stay away from the stores and from online sites like etsy :)<br /><br />Seriously, what you don't see you don't know you "need".<br /><br />For us the easiest way to cut expenses is to not go to the shops because there are clothing stores, restaurants, etc - all easy spending for me.<br /><br />P.S. You are very clever to get a photographer - good idea - i will keep in mind if we decide to do a birthday party. I want ALL the details :)Marcia (123 blog)https://www.blogger.com/profile/15581613927187600748noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-136676220962824875.post-87249055095039870332010-04-13T16:09:45.873-05:002010-04-13T16:09:45.873-05:00I clip coupons every Saturday morning and forget t...I clip coupons every Saturday morning and forget them every Monday! I like to shop sales and and stock up on deals. I noticed a really big savings when I quit buying clo.rox wipes and cleaning sprays. I've started using homemade cleaners with vinegar mostly. I've started using flat cloth diapers and wash clothes to to dust, clean and wipe up instead of paper towels and I switched to store brand paper towels, trash bags, dishwasher powder, ect. I picked up borax and baking soda to start doing laundry instead of tide and haven't noticed a difference since I still use dryer sheets. <br /><br />I feel all earthy for with my new greener ways but it saves a bundle. It makes me not feel so bad for spend bu-ku bucks on name brand shampoo or shopping sprees to Ann Taylor and Baby Gap!Mandyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13336283103973967252noreply@blogger.com