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Psalm 145:18-19 (KJV)
18The LORD is nigh unto all them that call upon him, to all that call upon him in truth.
19He will fulfil the desire of them that fear him: he also will hear their cry, and will save them.
When worry walks in your door doubt will soon follow. Worry is a killer in the life of a Christian.
When gas prices sky rocket so does everything else. Everything has the gas price attached it it~ of course we all know that!
Yet~ I know God is the great Provider. We can look to God not merely hoping that God will meet our needs but we can look to God expecting Him to meet our needs.
It is wise to crack down the budget and eliminate the spending that can be eliminated, make our trips count, plan our meals but most importantly we need to trust God. We must put our hope in His great love~ and the worry will disappear. We can take our concerns to God~ even the rising gas prices. He has the power and wisdom to take care of our problems.
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Surviving The Economy~ My Plan Of Attack!
With prices going up, the dollar is just not going very far. There is no doubt times are hard right now. However~ I refuse to live in fear. My God has always supplied my needs and I have no doubt HE WILL CONTINUE TO DO SO.
Yet~the wise ant prepares for the winter. What can we do to make our $ stretch?
Our family has decided to take the challenge to make money by saving money. These are the changes we have made.
- *Cooking from scratch
This requires a well stocked pantry. I have been making my own sauces, Bisquick mix, pancake mix, pudding, bread ect....and you would not believe how much money I am saving. You can find my recipes on my side bar~ or google them.
This is my list that I keep on hand. (I go to my nearby Amish friends to stock up! The $ stores are a cheap place also.)
- flour (wheat and white)
- corn starch
- baking soda
- baking powder
- cinnamon
- vanilla
- sugar
- honey
- onion flakes
- bouillon cubes
- oregano
- sea salt
- pepper
- olive oil
- paprika
- onion powder
- garlic powder
- basil
- yeast
- garlic flakes
- vinegar
- rice
- oatmeal
- tomato sauce
- tomato paste
- stewed tomatoes
- powdered milk
- *Make Homemade Cleaners ~ Click here for recipes.
I save huge amounts of money making my own cleaners. You pay so much for packaging and water.I dare you to try it. My recipes are posted on my side bar.
Here is what I keep on hand. You will be amazed just how well these homemade cleaners compare to the store bought brands.
- 2o Mule Team Borax
- Armor Hammer Washing Soda
- White Distilled Vinegar
- Palmolive
- Laundry Bar Soap
- Rubbing Alcohol
- Olive Oil
- Lemon Juice
- Tea Bags (wood floors)
- Bleach
- Baking Soda
- Essential oil (for Laundry Soap to smell good)
- *Plant a garden
Did you know that a small victory garden will save a family about $2,000.00 a year? Last Spring we planted our fourth garden~even with the drought it was the best year ever. I loved having food right in my yard. It is so healthy and tasty but it saves you huge amounts of money. If your space is limited try some raised beds or container gardens. You will be so glad you did. We have also added six fruit trees and started grapes and raspberries. If we can grow our own food ~why not?
- Invested in a flock of laying hens~ my girls have become pets.
Right now I have a small flock of chickens and I love my girls. I love having farm fresh eggs all the time. Not only does it save us money but they give us much entertainment.
- CVS and Walgreen Shopping
You research the secrets to shopping at these stores. I have cut our toiletries in half by shopping the sales at these stores while stacking coupons. I have almost eliminated Walmart except for a monthly run.
Check it out~ I have learned all the secrets here at Money Saving Mom.
Remember make money by saving it~ it really works.
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