The Sweet Life On A Budget

I was first introduced to Living Large In the Cheap Seats from a college friend, Chris J., who introduced me to lawn tickets for popular bands.   We were able to see great concerts at a significantly discounted rate. Later when reading Brokenomics by Dina Gachman, I revised this concept and decided to share it with you.  I have been doing this for years and have been able to enjoy wonderful experiences.    I received a few comments that reflected the readers’ disappointment that these activities are only for Ohio.    Never fear--you can find similar activities where you live. Throughout this post I will highlight in blue ideas that can be referenced in any state.     With a little bit of thought and Google Searches, here is what I was able to find:  Normally Available Activities:  ** Since the normally available activities seem to be growing and will tend not to go away, moving forward I’m only going to highlight activities on a rotation.    I

   2020 is here!    What are your saving goals for the year?   Do you want to trim your grocery budget?     Well, with a slow and steady attitude you can do so in a strategic manner that will help you to stock up on staples and not go overboard.     This post will focus on items that you can pick up for free or under $2.00.   NOTE- Don’t forget to cash in your rebate apps (IBOTTA, My Points, Saving Star, Checkout 51, etc.).   This is my very own little saving program.   KROGER Deals:   Buy 5 Save $5.00 Deals Sweet Baby Ray Hot Sauce   Cost: $0.99 Coupon: Free Digital Kroger Coupon OR $1.00 (1/29 SS) OOP/Final Price: FREE Sweet Baby Rays Wing Sauce  Cost: $0.99 Coupon: $1.00 (1/29 SS) OOP/Final Price: FREE GFB Bars Cost: 1.99 x 2 = $3.98 OOP: $3.98 Rebate: IBOTTA $2.19   KCB: $2.19 Final Cost: Free and $0.40 MM Jolly Time Popcorn Cost: $0.99  Coupon: $0.75 (1/5 SS) OOP/Final Cost:$0.24