February Sale Cycle- 2026 There are cycles in the weather, economy, politics, and general fabrics of life. Still, the cycle that I have focused on recently is the sale cycles which seem to be predictable and constant. Therefore, caution is best served here because overspending can easily occur in the name of saving money. Since knowledge is power, here are a few tricks and skills to help you make an informed decision on your cycles. This month we will focus on the February Sales Cycles and give a few general tricks to make the most of your budget. February tends to focus on the Super Bowl, Valentine's Day, Canned Food Month, National Hot Breakfast Month, Chinese New Year, and after-holiday sales. Things to look for in February: Breakfast Foods Boxed and Canned Asian Products Candy (after February 14th) Canned Fruits and Vegetables Canned Meat and Seafood Canned Pie Fillings Canned Soup Chocolate Oatmeal Pancake Mix Soy Sauce Syrup Waffles Aspirin Supp...
Menu Plan #332 NOTE- 1- Click on the picture and get a link to a post sharing the recipe. 2- Although all prices were correct at the time of the blog postings, the current cost of these dishes may be higher due to inflation and/or location. Published November 2025: USDA Thrifty Food Plan According to this plan, our family’s weekly budget is $188.20. Since January has 4 weeks, our monthly budget is $752.80. However, we have specific dietary needs, so I have increased our budget to $200.00 per week or $800.00 for a month. We elevate our dining experiences by including fresh fruits, vegetables, and higher-quality meats. Since our family has specific dietary needs, we limit our consumption of highly processed food. Grocery Shopping Tip: Know your Sale Cycles: The Superbowl is next weekend, so I am choosing NOT to purchase a list of items because I am anticipating them ...