tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2283658887503348180.post4069128577367380982..comments2024-03-16T10:18:51.784-07:00Comments on The Next Chapter In My Life: Frugal Friday Wrap Up 12/09-12/15 2017Debbiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16449564619872452771noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2283658887503348180.post-56508747098808524352017-12-20T20:57:41.946-08:002017-12-20T20:57:41.946-08:00LOL BLess, you will do fine with Christmas. Whate...LOL BLess, you will do fine with Christmas. Whatever gets done, does and whatever doesn't well don't stress over it. I have not made all the candy this year and I'm thinking that I will just skip it. I have a few more things to get made in the kitchen, but beyond that, I'm not doing anything extra. <br /><br />Merry Christmas my friend!Debbiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16449564619872452771noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2283658887503348180.post-78843885933593899572017-12-20T20:56:11.050-08:002017-12-20T20:56:11.050-08:00Thanks SJ, I do too! Caesar adores children and h...Thanks SJ, I do too! Caesar adores children and he wants to be close to them at all times. :) Great scores at the thrift store! The only manual can openers I like and have had good luck with are the Swingline ones.<br /><br />I'm kind of jealous of your snow. Our's mostly rained and melted off, but there is hope for more before Christmas. My mom got 9 inches at their place in Montana and now all I want to do is get in the car and go see her, my dad, and my brother. ;) <br /><br />Be blessed and stay warm and safe!Debbiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16449564619872452771noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2283658887503348180.post-37633372389608104492017-12-20T20:53:10.449-08:002017-12-20T20:53:10.449-08:00Hi Becky, I'm glad the dentist is done for R...Hi Becky, I'm glad the dentist is done for Rob and Lovana. I'm not a fan of going to the dentist either. ;) I am also glad that you are taking time to enjoy the blessing of this season. I think today was my last trip into town before Christmas. I just needed to pick up some things for a party we are having here on Friday. Other than that, I think we are set. :) I'm really looking forward to a quieter week next week. My husband has this Friday and of course Christmas (Monday) off and then also has next Friday and the following Monday off. :)<br /><br />Be blessed!<br /><br />Debbiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16449564619872452771noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2283658887503348180.post-56141959965785023282017-12-19T19:54:27.610-08:002017-12-19T19:54:27.610-08:00Baby Steven has grown so much! It sounds like you...Baby Steven has grown so much! It sounds like you've had a very frugal week and are all ready for Christmas. Unlike some of us! But I was concentrating on the almsgiving. <br /><br />I wish you and all your family a wonderful Christmas.Blesshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16369267622517848850noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2283658887503348180.post-87724484020333757962017-12-19T14:08:25.587-08:002017-12-19T14:08:25.587-08:00Hi again. Meant to say that I just love that photo...Hi again. Meant to say that I just love that photo with Caesar and the baby! It just makes me smile...babies and dogs!<br />I popped out to the thrift store today to catch the senior's 30% off day. Found a few dvds and some books (buy 4 get the 5th free) and a Swingline manual can opener. I knew I had scored with the an opener when a guy behind me in line commented about how great they were. Ha!<br />Came out of the store to find a full on snow storm had started. And snow was already sticking on the roads and sidewalks. The noon news said it should clear by tomorrow morning but another storm will be here with snow on Thursday. Perfect - I pick up my turkey and hamper tomorrow and then can be homebound if need be.<br />Cheers, SJAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2283658887503348180.post-88132410933493979162017-12-19T11:23:32.591-08:002017-12-19T11:23:32.591-08:00This is such a busy time of year! I'm hoping ...This is such a busy time of year! I'm hoping we can all feel as well as we can through it!! I'm gaining on what needs to be done. Today, I sent Rob and Lovana (husband and daughter) to the dentist, as he is off work for the holiday break. I'm glad that is done for him--he hates fillings as much as I do! Maybe more. So, when we add in the appointments to an already busy time of year....yikes! <br /><br />I'm trying to take a little time and deliberately count my blessings during this season. I will be really mad at myself if I come out of it feeling I missed the joy of Christmas with all the bustle and such:). So far, so good! I'm feeling joyful and thankful so far!!! Becky (whose computer kicked her off Google again). No rhyme or reason I can tell.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2283658887503348180.post-52612182023651689352017-12-18T21:10:59.732-08:002017-12-18T21:10:59.732-08:00HI Crystal! I am having more problems too with th...HI Crystal! I am having more problems too with the cold too. Strange that it is affecting both of us so much. YOu have been so busy helping your mom get moved. I would be so exhausted. Praying that you can get some much needed rest and are able to enjoy Christmas! Be blessed!Debbiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16449564619872452771noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2283658887503348180.post-75565093562715064452017-12-18T21:07:08.969-08:002017-12-18T21:07:08.969-08:00HI Wendi and thank you! We love having the grandk...HI Wendi and thank you! We love having the grandkids here with us. I am hoping that after Christmas we can have the little boys here for a sleepover once I can reclaim that guest bedroom. Right now the Christmas gifts have taken over that room. :) I hope you have a wonderful Christmas with your beautiful family!Debbiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16449564619872452771noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2283658887503348180.post-89930561661615285762017-12-18T17:50:46.454-08:002017-12-18T17:50:46.454-08:00Merry Christmas to you and your family! It must be...Merry Christmas to you and your family! It must be lovely to have little ones at this time of the year. My granddaughter turned 18 this year so no more little kids. I know what you mean about the cold weather this year. It is affecting me so much more than it usually does. Flare after flare this year. And I'm always cold. They tested my thyroid but say that is all good so just the fibromyalgia doing it's thing. Got most of my running around done around here this last week. Was up helping my mom pack up stuff, organize and donate stuff for 10 days. Cleaning, moving, organizing. I was so tired when I came home but knew I didn't want to be out all this week running so had to get most of it done last week like grocery shopping and a few more presents, P.O. etc... Hoping to have the next few days at home where I can set the pace a little slower. Take care!Crystal Hankeynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2283658887503348180.post-23633002046932670912017-12-18T17:11:02.815-08:002017-12-18T17:11:02.815-08:00It's alway fun to have a little one in your ho...It's alway fun to have a little one in your home! Your gathering sounds fun. I hope you are able to rest and build your energy so you can enjoy your party. Merry Christmas, Debbie!Wendihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02547001714523524390noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2283658887503348180.post-42540346991459807842017-12-18T16:30:41.066-08:002017-12-18T16:30:41.066-08:00Thanks SJ! I think you are wise to alternate days...Thanks SJ! I think you are wise to alternate days of errands. I think I will go out one more time this week, most likely tomorrow or Wednesday, and then not go anywhere again until Christmas Eve for a church service. :) Be blessed!Debbiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16449564619872452771noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2283658887503348180.post-49955653042385996152017-12-18T16:08:14.826-08:002017-12-18T16:08:14.826-08:00Love those pictures of baby Steven! Glad you had t...Love those pictures of baby Steven! Glad you had the energy for a wonderful visit. And your hot tub time sounds amazing - wish I had that here.<br />I'm doing ok - alternating days home with quick errands on the alternate days.<br />Be blessed, my friend. And Merry Christmas to you as well.<br />SJAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com