Since starting this challenge, I have been noticing some major differences in our lives.
For example, we have not thrown out ANY food over the past 2 weeks. Everything I have made, we have eaten till it is gone. My husband is not a fan of leftovers, but living off of $8/day you quickly realize that you either eat what is here, or you don't eat at all!
Second, I have lost 5 pounds since the start of this. As my aunt Mary likes to say "I like my poor people skinny". Instead of cruising through the drive-through, we come home and make something to eat. It has been a HUGE eye opener to me on just how much of the "stuff" I eat is not necessary!
Third and most importantly, my husband and I have been communicating much better and this month we were able to pay ALL our monthly bills with his first pay check. This in itself is a huge accomplishment. Instead of stressing about money and bills, we are actually LAUGHING about how much money we have to pay off debt ( we are currently doing Dave Ramsey's "Total Money Makeover").
I realize that living off of $8/day is a bit unrealistic for some, but I would encourage you to look deep inside your soul and think about what is TRULY important in your life.
Day 13 will be up later tonight!!
You are very inspiring Katie, I am glad to have you as a friend! :) ~Maria
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