Here is how we saved money/spent money wisely/made extra money this week:
- We took the kids back-to-school shopping. Momaw gave each of them spending money and they enjoyed getting to pick out their own items (with a helpful "you need these items" list from us) They now have all the basics for fall. They wanted to shop at Kohl's, which was not my first choice as I think it's overpriced, but we were able to combine a 20% off coupon + $10 off $50 or more and earned $10 Kohl's cash so it came out an okay deal in my mind.
- We were out one day and Owen said, "On the way home we should get some flowers for Mrs. Wheatley." She is our neighbor and we all love going to visit her. We love to help serve her when we can - yard work, shoveling snow, getting her mail to her to her door on rainy or icy days. We stopped by Kroger and Owen selected a bouquet and the kids took it to Mrs. Wheatley to surprise her. It was the sweetest thing. He was so proud, Annabeth, was so excited, and Mrs. Wheatley was so touched that she cried.
Our Little Gentleman
- Saturday we did the Indiana State Fair for just $31 - $26 tickets for Mark and me (Owen was free and Annabeth had an exhibitor ticket) and $5 for a State Fair Medal made on-site in the pioneer village. I'm going to make the medal into an ornament for Annabeth since this was her first time showing at the State Fair. We packed our lunches and only ate a free bag of popcorn. We got to the fair around 9 am and spent a couple of hours exploring the back side of the track. Owen especially enjoyed seeing the tractors and Annabeth was excited to run into the Indiana State Fair Queen. Annabeth also competed in the Junior Dance Division of the Talent Show. She was the youngest performer of the day, did a wonderful job, and was excited to earn her first State Fair Ribbon. She earned a Participant Ribbon for earning a spot in the State Fair Talent Show.
Annabeth and Miss Indiana State Fair 2019
Owen LOVED seeing all of the farm machinery
Saying "Good-Bye" to her dance Rockin' Robin
What a year she's had with that dance!
So proud of her first State Fair performance!
- Sunday after church Mark and I had a Date-With-Owen-Day. SO much of this summer has been about Annabeth and her dancing and we felt Owen needed a special day. We got tickets to the Indianapolis Indians - just $32 for the three of us. We parked .2 miles away for $5 (Score!!) We had planned ahead that we would get him a ball cap because he LOVES to wear hats and Mark felt he needed a little bat as well. We went on a Sunday so we could see Paw Patrol and for Kids Eat Free day so Owen's lunch of hot dog, chips, and water bottle was free. We also visited Guest Relations to get a "My First Indians Game" button for free and I got a free Designated Driver drink. We had planned for Mark to do the same, since he also doesn't drink, but with a heat index of nearly 100 degrees we needed waters more than soft drinks.
Baseballs newest fan!
He loved the game.
His highlights:
1. Eating Popcorn 2. Seeing PawPatrol 3. Sipping on our soft drink
- Annabeth is selling flowers for dance class fees this fall. We haven't done this fundraiser before but have been really surprised with how well it's gone. Thank you to our friends and family who purchased flowers as we are able to cover a choreography fee as well as some class fees with this fundraiser.
- Wednesday evening Annabeth and I enjoyed the African Children's Choir. They were in concert at Franklin Community Church. Annabeth was so moved by their music and dance. She has been talking about international music ministry now. I love opening the kids world views so they can see just how beautiful and diverse Christianity is around the world. So many people, worship methods, instruments, languages but just one God.
- We ate all of our meals at home this week. Mark packed his lunch to work and even skipped a meal out for a coworker's birthday. We did host two families for lunches over the course of the week. On other days, the kids and I had leftovers.
- Wednesday evening Annabeth and I enjoyed the African Children's Choir. They were in concert at Franklin Community Church. Annabeth was so moved by their music and dance. She has been talking about international music ministry now. I love opening the kids world views so they can see just how beautiful and diverse Christianity is around the world. So many people, worship methods, instruments, languages but just one God.
- We ate all of our meals at home this week. Mark packed his lunch to work and even skipped a meal out for a coworker's birthday. We did host two families for lunches over the course of the week. On other days, the kids and I had leftovers.
- I did eat one meal out - last night I had dinner out with two friends. This is a RARE occurrence. The last dinner I had out with a friend was...????..... maybe sometime last fall during dance class. It was a lovely evening out with dear friends as we planned our homeschool year.
We are looking forward to a fun weekend with hopefully mostly free fun!
Happy Savings to All!
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