Introduction to the craziest idea I've ever had...
After running the idea by my good friend Ashley, I have decided to move forward. She suggested I start a blog about it - and this is the beginning. I am abstaining from restaurant food for 365 days. A year of no Aubrey's, no Calhoun's, no Panera, no nothing. This is going to be difficult for me to do. I'm a foodie. I'm an unhealthy foodie. Stay tuned for more delicious details. I plan to report my experience here on this blog.
According to Mint.com, in February of 2011, I spent $400 on restaurant food. I often stupidly wonder where my money goes. Clue #1, it's going to FOOD. Honestly, not much has changed over the past 2 years since I made that discovery.
Over the next year, I plan to write about money saved, health gained, and anything else that happens as a result of cooking at home, and taking my lunch to work.
The only caveat is that if a friend invites me to have a cup of tea at Starbucks, I will oblige. So to all my friends who I normally meet over a lovely plate of chicken fingers, fries, and a tall cold one, support me on my journey to enlightenment. It should be fun and frustrating. I hope to cook meals for people and play a lot of rummy - that doesn't sound so bad.
Proud of you Heidi! That seems like an amazing idea! Rich rewards are sure to follow this commitment! Keep us posted!
ReplyDeleteJohn and I often wonder where our money goes to and it seems the only category that we are ever over budget is eating out. I am excited to hear your tricks on how to make this work.
ReplyDeleteGood luck!! I think this is a fabulous idea!
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