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    So my husband was laid off last week, we have to cut all costs and be extremely careful until he gets new work... So that meant cutting all entertainment money AND cutting my grocery bill in half. This is what we did.

    Friday night, we joined the library and borrowed a bunch of movies. Had nice warm baths and watched movies together.

    Saturday, we were given movie passes to go see Monster Trucks from a friend! That was another wonderful free night.

    Today, we went to costco with our rebate check to grab some groceries (Only like $25 but still) Got snacks, sausages, yogurt and spaghetti sauce for $8 oop. Next was Walmart, We were able to get the rest of the food we needed for the week (including fruit, milk, cheese and snacks) for $51 (had some in the freezer so I didnt need a ton of meat).



    So for $60 I am able to feed my family of 4 for over a week and we had 2 activities this weekend!
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    hope you can check out free entertainment where you live
    hopefully there are some Family Day freebies coming up at your recreation department or city hall or library

    if you live in Ontario, hope you apply for the hydro rebate from our ""friend"" Premier Wynne
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    Well done, Lisa!
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    Quote Originally Posted by Shwa Girl View Post


    hope you can check out free entertainment where you live
    hopefully there are some Family Day freebies coming up at your recreation department or city hall or library

    if you live in Ontario, hope you apply for the hydro rebate from our ""friend"" Premier Wynne
    Thanks, We are in Alberta... Not much assistance. But we had a bit of savings and and some positive movement with hubbys employment coming the week.
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    nice deals all around -I love the library for movies and I always get new books on hold then wait for them to come in
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    Quote Originally Posted by Frugal Lisa View Post
    Thanks, We are in Alberta... Not much assistance. But we had a bit of savings and and some positive movement with hubbys employment coming the week.
    that's great!
    I missed that part of the brag
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    I guess I forgot to brag about that part... The husband has been in contact with lots of old co-workers and bosses so we are expecting some interviews this coming week. I don't think his un-employment will last too long, just have to cut costs to maintain everything till he is working and paychecks start coming in again.
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    That is awesome. We've done some things like bought small paintable items from the dollarstore (they had at one point a canvas with the paint).

    I've collected macdonalds coffee stickers and save them when filled for a fancy coffee drink out.

    We've lately been playing a lot of board games. So that is always fun. It is also a cheap night in with friends to get some board games together and play over some snacks.
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    I am so glad that your DH will be in work again. It is great too that you had some savings to keep you going. I know too many people with financial stuff going on and there is no savings to fall back on.
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    @Frugal Lisa --you've got a great attitude which will help you cope with a not-so-fun situation. You are going to come out of this a winner!
    When the paychecks start again, you will remember how you have managed with less and will always save for any rainy-days.

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    making a few small sacrifices can get you through until DH does get employed once again.....having nice warm baths and snuggling up with a movie is perfect! Best of luck @Frugal Lisa




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    Thanks all! I have an interview to take on a daycare child and have been working extra hard on my job. I know something will come through soon, I can feel it! <3
    We don't need to be rich, don't need to be famous just to have a good time!

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    A positive attitude goes a long way.

    Sometimes we need to get creative and think outside the box, you're doing awesome.
    2019 is the year that we continue to save before we buy!!!

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    Wishing you and your Hubby all the best, Lisa!
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    Love the attitude!
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