Frugal Friday 395

 Happy Frugal Friday!

Here is how we saved money/spent money wisely/made extra money this week:

- Last weekend we hosted a garage sale. We always partner with our friends the Evans Family and this year my sister-in-laws added items as well. All together we made about $200 over the course of two days. We did Friday and Saturday from 8-1. Not super long days but we had decent foot traffic. I was VERY thankful to part with some furniture and a lot of the large items that we had.

- Sunday Mark and Owen went to Mark's parents for lunch. They enjoyed the afternoon over there and since none of the other cousins were there Owen really enjoyed having the grandparents to himself.

- Sunday Annabeth and I did the grocery shopping, took recycling, and then enjoyed a gorgeous afternoon at a friend's pool. Annabeth loved celebrating her friend's 8th birthday and really enjoyed the surprise of Ariel attending the party. It was a great afternoon with friends. 

- We started our library's summer reading program. The kids love the little prizes and filling out the coloring sheets so this is a GREAT way to keep reading and learning through the summer. 

- I sold two pieces of home decor on Facebook. Made: $15

- Owen had his last t-ball game. We successfully made it through the season without buying concessions. We did splurge to take him out for ice cream with my parents. We used a buy one, get one free coupon. We are so proud of his hard work this season. 

- My parents were in town Wednesday through today. We had a great time serving special dinners, the kids each chose one and helped prepare it. Dad took the kids out to the library, lunch, and to the western store to get new cowgirl/cowboy boots. Mama and I had lunch and a shopping day together - her Mother's Day gift from me.

We are looking forward to a busy, busy weekend!

Happy Savings to All!