I'm G'ma Lynn,welcome one and all. At 57 I've seen some scary times economically and even otherwise unfortunately. I've had more experience with kids,foster kids,neighbor kids,husbands,etc.than I care to think about lol. I'm a countryfied type person who sees life fairly simple and I don't do the drama..save that for YOUR MAMA :)
I hope if anyone needs a friend or just wants to say hey then they do.
Life is short.Let's LIVE IT !
A former Iowan I can be extremely resourceful and as a christian I find God leads me well.
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Good thought for the larger household! I do buy the bread crumbs in the can at the store and it really helps a meatloaf hold it's shape and stretches the meat. If you've not tried this I think you'll find it's cheap and easy . Bread is too expensive anymore to have any waste,at least at our house where there's only 2 of us now. ... View related article.
Hi, feeding the family is very expensive especially this year.
All the same the nutrition needs to continue regardless of the budget or lack of it. If you can,consider a good vitamin for your family to offset any nutritional lack this difficult time might be causing. At least I think I'd do that. I'm a mom of 6, most of which are grown. Over the years we had various times when the budget would get crunched due to an unexpected need or event in the household.
Eggs are a must-have even in this time of extra expense they still are a good deal because you can make cookies, sandwiches, etc.
Tuna is great but gets old. Try this link for some more pleasureable ways to serve the old stand by!
Breakfast being one of the cheapest meals of the day tells you that it is a good idea to incorporate those types of items into the budget. Hang in here with me while I give you some ideas I hope will help.
Making "lunch burritos" of a mix of eggs, diced potatoes, (even leftover) and a type of sausage, sliced or even sliced hot dogs might make kids love (and eat) what is a budget priced meal in one burrito. If you can add a salad they'll eat such as Jello with bananas it can make a fun meal for little money. Lettuce can be grown easily even in the city and you'll eat fresh all summer! Container gardening is possible with lettuce.
The investment in dry milk can give you a nice return on your money and is qreat to use in cooking. A box will last you a long time and you will save money more because your drinking milk will not be used for cooking anymore. TRUST ME, you cannot tell the difference if the dry milk is properly mixed.
There's also a mixture of any type of powdered chocolate such as Nestle's Quick and dry milk along with a little powdered coffee creamer (cheapest brand at walmart is fine), mixed together and heated this makes a terrific hot chocolate drink that cost pennies compared to instant mixes. Yet you can make this mixture without water and have it ready to use instantly on a "per person" basis. It keeps very well for at least 4-6 months if in a tightly covered container.
Buying some things at SAMS such as spaghetti and sauce as well as the larger cans of tomato sauce, etc. can save a ton of money. Their meat is always cheaper than any store at least here near Ocala, Fl and is the quality of your Publix or Hy-Vee or your better grocery store! If you don't have a membership you may know someone who does. It's worth your time to do some homework checking the SAMS store near you to see what they offer. Another example of SAMS pricing. Real butter is cheaper but you have to buy the 4 pk. Still it's under $2.00 each that way sometimes less.
Trying a recipe you've not tried before can be costly, be sure you like the ingredients. Here's a different one I've not tried but uses eggs and chick peas, a good nutritional meal and money saver though of that I am sure! http://krissyscookingblog.blogspot. ... tandby-supper-baked-eggs-recipe.html Coupons, etc are great but just gas is expensive now and there's no coupons for that!
Being sure I combine needs and making up my mind to plan a trip to get everything done (including keeping a cooler in the car with ice packs for the meat) allows me to save a little.
Convenience foods are expensive, they don't belong in your home. But things like popcorn can be made to look cool (with a syrup and food coloring) Special does not have to cost a lot. But even "popcorn", regular popcorn, is a good treat that is still reasonable. If you are seeing popcorn that is "instant" still expensive remember that you can make popcorn on the stove. It's fun, kids love it and it tastes better and is healthy (microwave is not).
If you've not thought about getting a few vegetable plants you should. Tomato, cucumber, pepper are plants you can easily grow in large containers and they are so expensive now that you'll easily save money growing them.Be sure to take a little time online to learn how to keep the bugs from eating your plants so you're sure to get your harvest.
MACARONI in different shapes usually is expensive so watch for sales. Integrate your different shapes into regular macaroni and you'll find the kids appreciate it almost more when there's not a whole pot full of spiral. The three colored macaroni is healthy and fun for kids too.
BREAD Shop at the day old bread store if you don't already. It's not as cheap as it used to be but you'll be amazed at the savings and you'll be eating well!
French toast, casseroles with toast tips, etc. can be a big savings! MAKE YOUR OWN BREAD REALLY CHEAP! Look at the ingredients in this recipe. Let the kids help! They'll love it and you will too.The cost is L O W ! http://www.tammysrecipes.com/homemade_wheat_bread
EATING DIFFERENT is necessary when you're feeding kids throughout the summer but it doesn't have to mean it's bad.
Remembering that you and children are affected by commercials for foods, etc. can help you know that keeping TV time limited can save you money because companies spend millions to advertise to you and your kids. Why? Because they know they can affect/change your habits and you can feel caught between a rock and a hard place. Don't let that happen! Your family needs to be in agreement this summer on having a fun time, family games, etc and great meals. LESS TV TIME CAN PAY OFF MOM! Shopping carefully without the kids can help too.
Even if you only buy hamburger, SAMS has great hamburger, cheap prices, watch for the manager deals there. Talk with the meat guy/woman, let them know how many kids you are feeding and what your budget is. I've known meat dept. people to help out with specials when they were able to do them on the spot! Don't be afraid to ask!
Above all, enjoy your kids, they grow up fast. Learning from you how to survive in the world when money is tight is A GOOD THING. They'll survive better on their own someday and they'll remember the best summer they ever had with you, a loving caring mom. You're worth your weight in gold honey, it's not all about money. Hang in there! ... View related article.
When I moved from a trailer to a home I used beautiful twin sized sheets available really reasonable and you just slip the curtain rod through the hem! ..now you have to come up with some fun tiebacks to use too!Also, be sure to let your friends and family know you have a need.They may pitch in and bring you something you love! Give it a try! ... View related article.
