I am trying to come up with ways to save money and won't leave us feeling deprived. The truth is, we have everything we could possibly need right now. As long as DS#1 doesn't jump sizes anytime soon, LOL, everyone is clothed and shoed. We have some amazing electronics, video games, computers, and lots of board games for entertainment. We have a van with just over 50,000 miles on it that is nearly paid for!

I am trying to come up with ideas for those moments when we feel the need to spend money, are feeling deprived, etc. Some of these are a bit crazy, but I am thinking that they will help us to fill that need to have something new.

I also am going to post another "Money-saving tips" thread for motivation and inspiration.


CHEAP OR NO-COST Treats!
clean the house (LOL)
put clean sheets on the bed(even if it hasn't been a week yet)
paint the bathroom (with paint we already have)
mop the floors
go to the library and check out lots of stuff. Request titles online.
bake goodies
wax my eyebrows
shave my legs
play a board game
movie night with popcorn
Wii tournament night
eat by candlelight
invite the neighbors over for tea/coffee
go for a walk
loom knit new dishcloths
plan a garden
wear cozy, soft stuff, cuddle up and turn down the heat
burn yummy-smelling candles
read a good book (from the library)
listen to books on tape (from the library)
give the kids a bath
go to the Y
music night (kids "accompany" dad on guitar with their musical instruments)
listen to music
tap (EFT)
meditate
pray
exercise
yoga
brush and floss my teeth (not that I don't normally do this...just something to do, LOL)
give myself a pedicure
have sex