Here is how we saved money/spent money wisely/made extra money this week:
- Saturday I grocery shopped alone! It was our first trip in two weeks and I shopped for the next two weeks. Check out total was just under $150 (a bit more than I wanted but we needed some shampoo and things as well as allergy medicine)
- Saturday evening we celebrated the early March birthdays in Mark's family. We had a nice dinner and dessert at Mark's parents' house. They sent us home with chili which we had for Monday night's dinner and for two lunches this week. Thank you all for wonderful gifts and time together.
- On Sunday, Annabeth had her second dance competition of the season. It was at our local high school so we barely used any gas. We packed our own lunch and snacks and did not buy any dance wear or concessions.
- We FINALLY had some warmer weather and sunshine! While we try to spend at least 30 minutes a day outside (even in rain, really cold, really hot) it's SO much nicer when the weather is great. We were out at least two hours most days this week.
Annabeth took Sasha out on one of our many walks this week.
Thank you Jesus for sunshine!
- Monday night, per Mark's birthday request, we camped out in the living room. The kids had so much fun getting all of their camping gear out and staying up late for movie night.
- Tuesday was Mark's birthday. We woke up and had donuts for breakfast, played games all morning, had a sushi lunch after surprising him with his dream of getting the BIG sushi boat, enjoyed an afternoon walk, and had homemade shrimp po boys and chocolate Oreo cake for dinner. Mark rounded out his birthday with a meeting with his cub scouts and boy scouts. We had a lot of fun giving him handmade cards, making special food, and surprising him with his boat. Happy #32 Mark! :)
Sushi Dream Come True for #32
I think Annabeth would have preferred to try the bassoon.
She talked about it the whole rest of the day.
- I used an Old Navy giftcard and Old Navy cash from my birthday to get six items for just the cost of tax. Thank you to my sister for the perfect giftcard! I love Old Navy!
- Wednesday morning the kids and I enjoyed some members of the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra performing their piece "The Big Note." I think is the third time we have seen that group but the kids love it every time. This time instead of a cello they had a bassoon which Annabeth was especially intrigued by. Both kids enjoyed playing a violin after the program as well.
She talked about it the whole rest of the day.
Owen LOVES the violin!
He has been waiting for his 5th birthday when the teachers in town
will finally begin lessons.
- We tried Hello Fresh! meals for the first time this week. A friend sent over three free meals with free shipping. We made our first one last night and it was FANTASTIC! It was so nice not to have to meal plan or shop and we still had a great meal that 100% tasted like we'd been to a restaurant. We can't wait to try the rest of our meals over the weekend. If you click my link you can save $20 on your next Hello Fresh order.
- Yesterday we had friends over and they shopped my consignment sale closet. Made: $10
- Mark went to help a friend with his clothes dryer. Mark was able to fix their problem. The friend, kindly, paid him for his time.
We are looking forward to a birthday party both tomorrow and on Sunday as well as a Girl's Day Out tomorrow for me! My best friend and I are meeting up, no kids, and I couldn't be more excited!
Happy Savings to All!
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