Being Frugal...

[Twisterdog]

I always buy store brands when I can. It's such a long-term habit for me now, that I don't even think about it.

I am also really good at using left-overs the next night, so we don't waste food. Porkchops on Monday become pork fajitas on Tuesday.

I only buy clothes on clearance, and it has to be a deep clearance at that.

I am quitting smoking on the first, that should save a bundle.

But, I'm not the one with outrageous spending habits, never have been. I just don't care. If I won the lottery tomorrow, I still would hate to shop. But DH, OTOH, thinks every dime needs to be spent. If he were in control of the family budget, we would be in debt over our heads and buying more every month. It's a constant battle, though, let me tell you.

[moosmom]

My cellphone IS my only phone. I have cable for internet and my tv. I couldn't THINK about not having cable tv. I house sat for my friends and they've cut back, eliminating cable tv. I was a basket case without it. I couldn't get ANY channels at all. Sorry, I don't go out to the movies, nor do I eat out very often (I'm also a big fan of leftovers). I don't smoke, nor do I drink. I haven't bought clothes since 2002. I think THAT justifies my having cable for entertainment.

[Moesha]

If you have a Redbox in your area and a cell phone with text messaging enabled, you can get a free movie every Monday. Redbox is a video rental stand where you can rent movies for $1 per night. We have one located in WalMart and McDonald's in my town. To sign up for the code to get a free movie on Monday's, just go to this link and enter your cell phone number. They will send a text message with a promo code to use on Monday for a free movie. I used it for the first time this week and watched The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants II. There is also a link at the top of that page that will help you determine if there is a Redbox near you.