Frugal Friday 449

 Happy Frugal Friday!

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

- Last Friday morning Owen had an eye exam. We took three pairs of old glasses to be donated. We also stopped on way home from Chic-FilA for lunch as Owen had a coupon for a free kids' meal. 

- Saturday morning I got to sleep in and Mark and the kids did a city hike. They hiked 5 miles and stopped at the Farmer's Market for a treat at the end of it.

- Sunday morning we did a 2.5 mile family hike on a local trail. We love walking as a family, or one-on-one with the kids, as it is such an organic way to foster conversation. 

- Mark chose the meals for Father's Day and Annabeth made him a special cake. We had a nice, low key afternoon at home. We gifted him a photo gift as well as a new watch in a style that he had been wanting for quite some time. 

- Monday - Thursday the kids enjoyed VBS at Grace UMC. This was the church we attended in 2020-2021 while our own church was closed due to the pandemic. The kids were very happy to see the teachers and friends that they love there. 

- Monday afternoon we met up with friends at a local park. They lived here several years ago and the kids took gymnastics with Annabeth. They moved away for their last army station and have moved back for retirement. The kids didn't remember each other but I had the BEST time catching up with Sarah while they played. Sarah is always so stylish and is so very creative. I always come away from our conversations feeling energized and ready to get out and do things!

- Tuesday and Wednesday Owen had his first appointments with the orthodontist. We are thankful for a Dr. that does a free consultation and x-rays to start off and for one that has a conservative but effective approach to treatment. 

- This week I celebrated 5 years in my book business! It truly has been life and finance changing for our family. You can currently join UBAM to curate your own book business for just $5! 

- Wednesday night was Owen's first night of Rookies Tournament play and his last game of the season. The Cubs played a great game and he was happy that when they lost that at least it was his best bud's team advancing in the tournament. We all met up for ice cream after the game and used free cone coupons from the library summer reading program.

- Last night we had a pitch in dinner with the Rileys. MJKEN were in town for a quick visit and it was great to have all of the cousins together. We look forward to seeing them again in July!

We are looking forward to a quiet weekend as we prepare for a busy week next week.

Happy Savings to All!