Sunday, January 2, 2011

Happy New Year! Update Jan 1- review so far and plans for 2011

Disney rewards statement: $2
loose change this week to add:  $6.80

Total: $1408.95

My favorite transactions in stores are the ones that end with x.x4 or x.x9 cause I can get rid of 4 pennies and get back other coins!

For just starting in November, the project has had a great headstart- over 14% of the way there with cash, gift cards and miles/points and I will hopefully be adding the first of my travel money soon from October and December trips planned!  There's a new Kids Stay and Play free special going on, book by February 13!  Email me if you're thinking about going.

Looking forward to getting started with a new year and hopefully lots of savings!  I'm going to be working on using what we already have in the pantry and freezer, so that will mean less meals out (unless you want to meet me at Surfin' Tacos) and experimenting with using more long-term food storage items with bulk/freezer cooking.  I have a few ideas to get started, but wanted to try some out first. 

I've also been doing a Hawaii Price book on produce to share and for my use.  We've completely changed the way we eat over the last year.  The BOLD are the current sale prices and it lists the price and store for the main fruits and vegetables.  Next I'll be adding baking items and spices/seasonings, plus the amounts needed per year.

I'll also be keeping track of my savings and coupon deals with The Savings Tracker, check it out for yourself and keep track of your budget and savings! 


2003- My first trip to DCA, our oldest son's first Disney trip (6 months)
Traveled with my family- parents and sisters and John's sister and her husband


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