Thrifty and Frugal
I have been busy getting things done in order for our visit to Kris's. Everything that could be done ahead of time has now been completed. Lists made, prescriptions picked up and allowances gotten from the bank. Life is good, even though the forecast is calling for snow here in Estevan, and snow/rain on Saturday in Regina. Heck, we might have to stay an extra day to make sure the roads are passable and not covered in ice.
So what frugal and thrifty things have I been up to over the past week.
1. Added my leftover allowance to the savings envelope. Also added to the change jars.
2. Cut up the peppers that were getting a bit soft and got them into the freezer to be used in soups and stews.
3. Managed to get through all the leftovers from meals either by eating them a second time, or freezing them for a meal later.
4. Made use of some of the reclaimed yarn in making the rug. Also used up some of the yarn for the warp.
5. Using up the smaller leftover yarn balls to continue knitting mittens.
6. Combined errands to save on fuel and vehicle usage.
7. Made sure lights were turned off in rooms not in use. I am even getting Harvey to make sure he does the same.
8. Harvey started another batch of wine, so we will definitely be well supplied.
Those combined with the usual thrifty and frugal happenings have made this week pass by with a bit of savings on various bills.
My next post will be from Kris's tomorrow evening. At least that is what I hope.
Everybody have a wonderful evening.
God bless.
Have a safe trip and a fun visit.
ReplyDeleteEvery time you mention Harvey making wine - I think of daddy. He made some of the best wine.
ReplyDeleteSAFE TRAVELS!!!
It also sounds good!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your time, dear friend 🧡
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful weekend at your son's house. Stay safe in the bad weather.
ReplyDeleteSounds like a good frugal week to me, Jackie. I wish you both safe travels on your way to Kris’s home and hope you all have a wonderful visit.
ReplyDeleteBelinda
Have a wonderful time staying with your son, and safe travels.
ReplyDeleteJust caught up on your posts, Jackie. Yes having that mobile unit must be a real boon to women esp. not having to drive in this winter. It's bitterly cold here and has been for days. Meanwhile, enjoyed reading your frugal habits as always and it always makes me think of how I can be better too. We also can eat leftovers for one meal but not a third in a row. I imagine you at Kris' now safe and sound. Enjoy every minute esp a little shop.
ReplyDeleteYou had a good thrifty week. We've gotten better about left overs as well, plus I think I'm cooking less at a time. I wish all veggies froze as well as peppers. I tried it once with carrots, that's a no go. Good luck with the weather and your trip. Hope all goes well. You've got me curious as to the post on FB, though I often get grieve from the trumpers. I know I'm not going to change people's minds, but it seems important to me to let them know I don't side with them. Safe and fun travels. Love to see your yarn projects. Take some pictures and add them to your next blog post.
ReplyDeleteOnce again I am behind in commenting and rather than subject you to a catch up, I'll start again with this post. First of all, have a safe trip to visit your son. I played two rousing games of yarn/trim chicken this week and won them both (would I have enough yarn to finish a matching pair of socks and would that piece of bias tape be long enough to go around the latest landscape - I won both, but only just). I consider them thrifty wins.
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