East Coast Road Trip: Traveling to Pennsylvania and more...

Welcome to my 14-day series on our East Coast Road Trip where I share our adventures along the way, how we're doing this on a budget, honest reviews of attractions & restaurants we visit, and money-saving tips and ideas. If […]

Here's what's new: East Coast Road Trip: Traveling to Pennsylvania Brigette’s $62 Grocery Shopping Trip and Weekly Menu Plan for 6 East Coast Road Trip: Traveling to Pennsylvania Welcome to my 14-day series on our East Coast Road Trip where I share our adventures along the way, how we're doing this on a budget, honest reviews of attractions & restaurants we visit, and money-saving tips and ideas. If you missed it, read Day 1 here, Day 2 here, Day 3 here, Day 4 here, Day 5 here, Day 6 here, Day 7 here, Day 8 here, and Day 9 here. Day 10 on our road trip was a laid-back, quiet travel day. And after a few go-go-go days, it was just what we all needed, especially the 4 of us who are introverts! (Yes, can you believe that it appears Silas is the only extrovert in our family??!!) The morning began with swimming and hanging out at the hotel and then we packed up and headed for Pennsylvania. We made a pit stop at two different travel centers along the way. One had a farmer’s market stand where I found fresh whole wheat bread (it was $7/loaf, which is almost 5 times what I usually pay!! But I was out of the bread I had brought and I usually eat 3-4 slices of whole wheat bread every day, so I coughed up the money and bought it.) … We also got $0.50 frosty’s for the kids at the Wendy’s at the other travel center (that’s much more my kind of price range!) We started reading the sequel to The Upstairs Room aloud today called The Journey Back, which we’re all excited to dive into as we loved the first book! (Note: Just like the first book, I’m editing it as there is some crass language.) And I finished reading Who Thought This Was a Good Idea? (I really enjoyed this book and the fascinating look that it gives at what it’s like to work for the President, but it comes with a huge crass language warning.) and started reading What Falls From the Sky (I think it’s going to be an inspiring read!) We made it to Harrisburg around 7 pm and enjoyed a completely laid-back evening at the hotel! Basically, today fed my introverted soul and I’m ready to hit the ground running again for the last five days of our trip! Tomorrow: exploring Harrisburg, PA and then driving to Pittsburgh in the late afternoon/early evening. …To be continued        Brigette’s $62 Grocery Shopping Trip and Weekly Menu Plan for 6 Aldi 3 dozen Eggs – $1.59 2 16-oz cartons Egg Whites – $3.78 2 64-oz cartons Orange Juice – $3.68 1 jar Green Olives – $1.19 1 Cauliflower – $2.29 1 bag Mini Peppers – $2.79 1 bag Mini Cucumbers – $1.99 1 10-lb bag Russet Potatoes – $3.49 2 bags Baby Carrots – $1.98 1 3-lb bag Gala Apples – $2.99 1 bag Zucchini – $1.99 1 3-lb bag Lemons – $2.99 1 8-oz carton Mushrooms – $1.29 1 pkg Artisan Lettuce – $1.99 1 pkg Romaine Hearts – $1.99 1 32-oz pkg Spaghetti Noodles – $1.45 1 pkg Rice Cakes – $1.49 1 bag Nacho Cheese Chips – $1.09 1 can Parmesan Cheese – $2.29 1 pkg Pepperoni – $2.19 1 carton Salt – $0.39 1 loaf Bread – $0.83 1 pkg Hamburger Buns – $0.83 1 canister Quick Oats – $2.39 1 64-oz carton Unsweetened Almond Milk – $1.99 1 32-oz carton Half and Half – $1.79 2 4-ct  boxes Cinnamon Applesauce Fruit Squeezies (My kids LOVE these, and I bought them for our road trip this coming week) – $3.78 Total: $56.31 Harris Teeter 1 carton Grape Tomatoes, reduced – $1.00 1 4-ct bag Avocados, reduced – $1.00 1 bag Grapefruit, reduced – $1.00 1 bag frozen Okra – $1.50 2 boxes Nilla Wafers – $3.44, used $0.75/2 Nabisco Cookie or Cracker Products – 6-25-17 SS; Includes 3.5 oz or Larger Only (exp. 08/05/17) (doubled) – $1.94/2 after coupons (I need these for an ice cream birthday cake) 1 pkg No.2 Pencils – $1.00, used $1.00 off any school supplies purchase catalina (received last week) – FREE after coupon 1 pkg BIC Pens – $1.00, used $1.00/1 BIC Stationery Product – 7-23-17 SS (exp. 08/05/17) – FREE after coupon 1 pkg BIC White-Out – $1.00, used $1.00/1 BIC Stationery Product – 7-23-17 SS (exp. 08/05/17) – FREE after coupon Total: $6.65 Grocery Total for the Week: $62.96 Weekly Menu Plan (We are out of town for a few days this week, so I don’t need to plan a full weeks’ worth of meals) Breakfasts Oatmeal Toast and Eggs Cereal x 2 Lunches PB and J sandwiches, Raw Veggies, Apples Slices x 2 Build-Your-Own Salad Bar (Romaine, Various Raw Veggies, Cheese, Nuts, Avocado, Raisins, Apples, Hard Boiled Eggs) x 2 Dinners Sloppy Joes, Roasted Cauliflower, Grapefruit Taco Salad, Rice, Fruit Salad Homemade Pepperoni Pizza, Tossed Salad, Chocolate Sundae Pie (this is my mom’s recipe) Leftovers/Clean Out the Fridge 🙂        Latest finds on Pinterest 5 Power Packed Prayers to Pray Over Your Son Living a frugal lifestyle isn't living without things you need. Living frugally is living with the things you do need. Being frugal can be a thrill by giving you the ability to enjoy those little items you typically ignore. via /johnsonemma/ 6 Weeks to a More Organized Home - aprettyfix.com Latest finds on Pinterest 5 Power Packed Prayers to Pray Over Your Son Living a frugal lifestyle isn't living without things you need. Living frugally is living with the things you do need. Being frugal can be a thrill by giving you the ability to enjoy those little items you typically ignore. via /johnsonemma/ 6 Weeks to a More Organized Home - aprettyfix.com     Click here to safely unsubscribe from "LITE Feed, Money Saving Mom®." Click here to view mailing archives, here to change your preferences, or here to subscribe • Privacy Email subscriptions powered by FeedBlitz, LLC, 365 Boston Post Rd, Suite 123, Sudbury, MA 01776, USA.