Not to go all rambly about money and careers, but gracious is this true. I'm learning to love those things in life that cost nearly nothing. We recently took the Dave Ramsey Financial Peace course. Our biggest "change" in lifestyle is the way we spend, especially on food. Caleb and I don't live together, but practically every night after work, a shower and a change of clothes, he comes over to my house for dinner. Our goal is about $1.75 per meal per person, making the monthly food budget $150 (each). It's so much fun to try to meet this goal. I think the process is even more fun than the results! It makes eating out a huge treat; one that we feel like we've really earned and are ever-so-blessed by. It's not for everyone, but it's helped to enjoy simplicity and not be as fearful about "will we be able to afford next month?"
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