Being frugal again!

I starting shopping for deals again... hopefully I can stay as motivated as I was earlier this year to pay for our trip. My new goal isn't quite as exciting. 3 college educations, a couple of weddings, missions and paying off the house.

Hmmm, on second thought, I may have to reward myself with chocolate to stay motivated:)

But today I did great - so I had my neighbor, Corrie come and take a photo. $111 in groceries (that was the sale prices, but before coupons, etc.) I only paid $14!!! Pasta, little cereals, trial shampoo, laundry stuff, candles and Reeses all for free. Caramel corn, mentos, lunch meat and protein bars for cheap.

Starting in September, I will give myself a budget of $300 a month, but I also want to work on stocking up. We'll see how that goes :)

My friend Tammy is also doing it... anyone else want to join our frugal challenge? You decide how much your budget is and we just cheer each other on! It'll be fun!