End of the Month

I have reached the end of my Power Savings Month and I would certainly call it a success.  The pantry has dwindled, the can has some extra cash in it, and we all still enjoyed delicious and nutritious meals.

To remind you of my goal for the month, I planned on only spending $160 and putting $200 in our can.  At mid-month, due to some pregnancy cravings, I had spent a total of $190, slightly above what I was hoping to spend for the month.

Since then, I have purchased a couple of small items, including bagels and cream cheese which proved to be a nagging craving that would not cease.  We did eat out a couple of times on our staycation, but that money technically came out of our Vacation Fund.

All in all, I spent $200 on groceries this month and put $160 in the can.  Since I usually spend between $250 and $300 in a month, I am considering my Power Savings Month a success.  Now, I will have to try it again when I am not pregnant.