Life's Expensive...

Whoever said life isn't cheap sure new what they were talking about!
With our family about to expand, we have been getting more REAL about our budget and expenditures. I am a little embarrassed to admit we have never been too good at this; what better time than the present to get r-e-a-l.

We have gone through our budget with a fine tooth comb...and now the fun begins!
I know, that may sound weird...but there is some form of a rush in trying to see how much we can save in a month...opposed to how much we can spend. Wow, what a revelation! ;-)

I came across an interesting article:

How Modern Moms are 

Taking the Lead in Financial Planning

Some interesting points. Do you fit into to any of them? Are you feeling a little more out of the loop and need more info; or possibly the one filled with the info and need to educate your significant other?

So, what are your money saving tips!? Anything that you and your family do to save at the bank every month?
Coupons...what else??

"A truly rich man is one whose children run into his arms when his hands are empty."  ~Author Unknown


Happy Saving!

It's been confirmed...

My second home is... the grocery store!
I was grabbing a few quick items for our dinner tonight, when upon checkout was greeted by the store manager. He handed me a store loyalty card offering extreme discounts and incentives. It is given to the stores loyal shoppers... you know, the ones that are there 3 or more times a week! I thanked him, and he commented back, "No no, thank you!" I had to laugh. It's pretty funny. But I wont be laughing at extra savings! Always a good thing in this house.