Lunch at Fujihana is a thing of the past. One of the most expensive places I have eaten for lunch.
And no more El Rodeo, though my bill was under five dollars if I didn't order a soda.
I recently went through my last month's expenses and found I spent almost $600 dollars on lunches and trips to Target. I can't even remember what I bought at Target.
So, on my Facebook account I declared I would not be going out to lunch with co-workers and that I would dearly miss Target.
How am I doing with this declaration of non-spending? Pretty good. I have packed all my lunches this week. And just so I could escape the office I went over to my friend/co-worker's apartment. She lives only a couple of minutes away from work, so it's very convenient.
As for spending money on things I don't need. I haven't this week. Actually, I haven't spent one dime, not even on a soda from the vending machine.
The weekend is soon approaching, but I have some cookouts to go to, so that will occupy my time nicely.
My Smart Mama column that will be published Monday in the Daily Record is about money as well and how my family coped with a job loss. Times are hard. But as individuals you need to look harder at what you spend and don't spend on your money on. My mantra is if I don't need it to breathe, then I don't need to buy it. And so far this week it's been working.
I will keep you updated on what I spend my money on in the near future.
We did a story last year that if pack your lunch for work, you can save about $1,000 a year. It adds up.
It's also better for your waistline. Fast food is not your friend!