As a OMAD newbie, I was really worried about feeling hungry all the time. I quickly realized that it is possible to eat enough and be comfortable while also consuming all of my calories within a few hour window. Thru my research I found that eating protein to break my fast is the best idea. I have also learned from experience that eating fast food … Continue reading What I Eat On OMAD
As I wrote in another post, I was first introduced to the idea of OMAD from my principal at the time. He spoke highly of the protocol and used it to loose and maintain his weight. I thought he was insane and could not imagine not eating for that long. YouTube exposed me to the idea of Intermittent Fasting amd I have done it off … Continue reading Three Lessons from OMAD (One Meal a Day)
A random conversation and a dozen eggs (Thank you Pastor) led me to researching CSAs (Community Supported Agriculture) in our area. I went back and forth on the idea and was hesitant to commit financially, but eventually, my husband and I decided to take the leap and try it out for the summer. If you are not familiar, CSAs allow you to buy a share … Continue reading Summer CSA Menu Plan: Week 1
I was first introduced to the OMAD Diet (One Meal A Day) in 2017 by my principal at the time. He had used the protocol to loose weight and continued the protocol because he said it gave him more energy and he felt great. Honestly, the whole thing sounded crazy! Going that long without food seemed impossible. Fast forward to 2019 and I discovered the … Continue reading 3 Lessons From Intermittent Fasting
We decided to go to Sam’s Club again. It seemed to help out budget and our kids eat extra snacks during the summer. We spent $250, which included toilet paper. I am once again planning on this lasting us two weeks (14 meals), which was manageable last time we went to Sam’s. After looking at a calendar, I stretched it to 17 meals which should … Continue reading Sam’s Club Meal Plan
We have been putting off a trip to Sam’s for months! I know we always walk away with a loaded cart, but it always seems so expensive. I was a bit worried about a possible food shortage so I went with the intention to stock up on some chicken. Of course they were out, so my trip was only partially successful. I ended up spending … Continue reading Sam’s Club Haul
I have determined that my grocery budget is directly related to my level of organization. I spend more at the grocery store when I am not fully organized, when I don’t have a complete list or a smart meal plan. Lack of organization over the course of the past few weeks is also evident in how behind I am in updating my meal plans. Budget … Continue reading Grocery budget Challenge Update
Budget Amount Allowed = $100Amount Spent = $140Amount Put into Savings = 0 We have completed another month of this challenge. We spent $675 during the month of April on groceries, which breaks down to $123 a week. That is not terrible given our budget of $125 a week, but we haven’t gone to Sam’s in months, so we are not exactly where I want … Continue reading Weekly Meal Plan and Grocery Haul Challenge 2021 – Week 16/52
Budget Amount Allowed = $100Amount Spent = $130Amount Put into Savings = 0 I am really trying to stay under budget this week. Especially while I spent so much last week. We ended up going shopping as a whole family again this weekend and that just never goes well. It seems so hard to stay under $100 a week. I was able to find some … Continue reading Weekly Meal Plan and Grocery Haul Challenge 2021 – Week 15/52
Budget Amount Allowed = $100Amount Spent = $200Amount Put into Savings = 0 I made the mistake of taking my whole family to Aldi, which means our budget exploded. I am hoping to be able to expand our groceries for more than a week. I discovered a recipe tab on the Aldi website and found a few new recipes to try. Meal Plan Monday – … Continue reading Weekly Meal Plan and Grocery Haul Challenge 2021 – Week 14/52
Budget Amount Allowed = $100Amount Spent = $100Amount Put into Savings = 0 I have quickly learned that being unorganized leads to spending more on groceries. I need to take the time to plan meals and make sure we are buying everything we need for the week. I went to Kroger for eggs for Easter and ended up spending another $40. We cooked a turkey … Continue reading Weekly Meal Plan and Grocery Haul Challenge 2021 – Week 13/52
Budget Amount Allowed = $100Amount Spent = $145Amount Put into Savings = 0 I am really hoping this round of groceries will last at least 10 days, which will make me feel better about the amount I spent. I added up the first three months of groceries for 2021 and we spent $1456, which is $44 under our goal of $1500 ($500 a month). Meal … Continue reading Weekly Meal Plan and Grocery Haul Challenge 2021 – Week 12/52
Budget Amount Allowed = $100Amount Spent = $113Amount Put into Savings = 0 I went back to Aldi in the hope of spending less money this week after the complete disaster that was last week. I splurged on a few things which took my over $100, but overall I was happy with it. Meal Plan Monday – Empanadas (taco meat wrapped in crescent rolls and … Continue reading Weekly Meal Plan and Grocery Haul Challenge 2021 – Week 11/52
Budget Amount Allowed = $100Amount Spent = $220Amount Put into Savings = 0 I had every intention of doing Meijer pickup for groceries this week but ended up stopping at Kroger on my way home instead. I only had a basic grocery list and meal plan which (like always) led to spending more than I planned. Their bakery clearance racks were loaded so I was … Continue reading Weekly Meal Plan and Grocery Haul Challenge 2021 – Week 10/52
Budget Amount Allowed = $100Amount Spent = $90Amount Put into Savings = $10 I decided to use Kroger Pickup this week. My oldest daughter and I were quarantined for possible COVID exposure, so I decided doing pickup was my best option. I like knowing the total on my purchases before I checkout. Which is very helpful as I am trying to sale as much as … Continue reading Weekly Meal Plan and Grocery Haul Challenge 2021 – Week 9/52
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