I pack my breakfast and lunch every single day and have been for years. Once a week I used to splurge and order something from the cafeteria but it was never that good, and I always thought I could do better for less.

As far as eating out I LOVE TO EAT OUT but unfortunately I just can't afford it right now. So I've gotten the happy meals down from once a week to once a month and I make my own pizza now on Friday nights and spluge with takeout once a month.

On weekends I try to come up with fun food. Usually mexican, but something I don't usually have Mon - Fri or a homemade version of take out.

Even this past weekend I went Christmas shopping and I packed a sandwich, snack, a soda and some water. Probably saved myself at least $5.