Now that our financial situation has drastically changed, we are trying to be strict about our budget. This is much easier said than done. A and I have had a budget since we first got married but we were never good at following it. We spent what we wanted and figured it would all work out. And it always did.
The time has come for us to actually follow a budget. It is paramount to our financial survival and we need to ensure we have enough money to cover all our bills. On paper, I have been able to figure out how we can makes things work and perhaps even save a little. The biggest hurdle now is to follow it.
It is a challenge to learn to live within your means in a society that focuses on getting you to spend in excess. In the next year, we won't want for food, clothing, housing, heat, water, or any main necessities. For that we have much to be grateful for. But I know it will be challenging to give up the "extra" spending for awhile so we can work towards our future.
I can't thank A enough for allowing me to take a job that is in my best interest, but puts us in a bit of a financial strain. I hope this year will help us grow in our marriage and learn what we truly need and to be thankful for what we have.
Sunday, September 18, 2011
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
August in Review
Book Read: Heart of the Matter by Emily Giffin and Goodbye, Jimmy Choo by Annie Sanders
I would recommend both (though the first one was a little tough for a newly married women to get through).
New Recipe: Crispy Bacon and Hash Brown Quesadillas with Eggs from Brunch at Bobby's
Love, Love, Love this recipe! Bobby uses quail eggs but I used regular eggs and it was still delicious. Beware of cutting the pablono. I thought I washed my hands enough but when I rubbed my eye later, my eye soon felt like it was on fire. It was a rough half hour.
Crock Pot Recipe: Scalloped Potatoes and Ham (I halved it for just A and I)
10 Medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced 1 can condensed cream of mushroom soup
3 cups cubed fully cooked ham 1/2 teaspoon paprika
2 large onions, thinly sliced 1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
In greased 6-qt slow cooker, layer half of the potatoes, ham, onions and cheese. Repeat layers. Pour soup over top. Sprinkle with paprika and pepper. Cover and cook on low 8-10 hours. Yield 9 servings
Other things to cross off my list:
I would recommend both (though the first one was a little tough for a newly married women to get through).
New Recipe: Crispy Bacon and Hash Brown Quesadillas with Eggs from Brunch at Bobby's
Love, Love, Love this recipe! Bobby uses quail eggs but I used regular eggs and it was still delicious. Beware of cutting the pablono. I thought I washed my hands enough but when I rubbed my eye later, my eye soon felt like it was on fire. It was a rough half hour.
Crock Pot Recipe: Scalloped Potatoes and Ham (I halved it for just A and I)
10 Medium potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced 1 can condensed cream of mushroom soup
3 cups cubed fully cooked ham 1/2 teaspoon paprika
2 large onions, thinly sliced 1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
In greased 6-qt slow cooker, layer half of the potatoes, ham, onions and cheese. Repeat layers. Pour soup over top. Sprinkle with paprika and pepper. Cover and cook on low 8-10 hours. Yield 9 servings
Other things to cross off my list:
- went camping (only 3 to go)
- ate at Paul Bunyan's Cook Shanty in WI Dells for first time (3:5 new restaurants)
- make and follow a budget (getting better at both!)
- completed our first Great Escape and it was a blast
- went fishing with A and realized I am way to empathetic to enjoy it. I just feel so bad for the fish.
- herb garden is growing strong and I am going to try and keep it going inside this winter
- completed Relay for Life
- make the bed every morning (with just a couple exception)
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