How Far Can $84 Go

Well this week my paycheque was only $84. Because I was only scheduled for 8 hours. This week I am scheduled 9 and next week I am scheduled 10. So it is slowly moving up, I am used to at least 24. Needless to say it has been a challenge to take care of obligations and gas and food. But you know what, I am looking at all this in a positive way. I am saying I got paid, even though it is a small amount it is better than nothing. I am also looking at it as a challenge to see how I can stretch that amount.
I am going to try to not spend any money if at all possible. I have enough gas to last for the rest of the week. And the meals I make are going to be made using only what is the pantry or freezer. I am going to make an inventory of what's in the freezer and pantry and then I am going to plan my meals with these ingredients in mind. It is a challenge I am looking forward to.
When I was married the last 8 years or so I didn't really have to worry about money. If we needed something (I am not talking anything big here like furniture or things like that) I just simply went out and bought it. I will admit it I was spoiled that way. Now that I have to really watch my spending it made me realize how lucky I was. But it can be done and I am looking forward to seeing what I am able to do with what I have. Paul say's:
"I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances." Philippians 4:11
and the Bible also says:
"Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, because God has said, "Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you." Hebrews 13:5
And I am very content.
Today I went to Rock Glen, near Arkona to take engagement pictures of Brittany and Ryan.
So I had to buy gas which cost $20.00 Rock Glen is 90 minutes away. But the good news is I have a tad more gas than when I started and that will last until payday which is Thursday.
The admission to the park was $3.50. And then I bought some groceries we needed, such as milk, bread, laundry soap, Cheerios (one of the cheapest cereals and it is good) and some Canola Oil so that was
$17. 54 which leaves me with around $22.00 to last until Wed. night.
I know that I am getting help from God, in many different ways. He won't forsake us (me).
There are lots of blogs and websites to help. One of those blogs is :
Eat At Home Cooks.
I am going to be like the train that could, I know I can, I know I can.
This is going to be a challenging week but it is also going to be fun.