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The Price of Being Unprepared

January 16th, 2011 at 04:59 am

We got together tonight with a family in town whom we haven't seen in ages. I spoke with them on Thursday and suggested we get together, but it wasn't final until this morning. My original plan was to make (cheap) chili, but it was too late for the crock pot, and I was going to be in and out at sports all day, and so couldn't leave the stove on. Ended up deciding to order out for pizza/italian, and it cost $70 for 8 people. (I do have a ton of leftovers for tomorrow, but still). That doesn't include an additional $25 or so for chips, dip, soda, etc.

This is covered in the budget under "Entertainment", so I'm not going to sweat it, but it is a LOT more than I think we should be spending for an informal get together with friends To be prepared: Should have planned on the visitors earlier and gone with the crock pot option. *sigh*

Aside from that, 3 more sales at half .com, which will go out on Tuesday. Also got a $25 gift card at Drugstore .com for $10 through the perks club at work. Keep racking it up!

3 Responses to “The Price of Being Unprepared”

  1. HouseHopeful Says:
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    I hear ya on the planning - eating out or ordering in can be so expensive!

  2. Joan.of.the.Arch Says:
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    Chili would have been great for the group. Stir fries with rice is one of our go-to big crowd meals.

  3. Savings Queen Says:
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    I hate it when that happens!!! I have almost sworn off having friends over because it always ends up spending more than I planned. That reminds me that when we do have friends over I really need to plan ahead. I never see what's wrong with making a dessert and playing games with another couple. My husband thinks that's lame, but it certainly is a good way to entertain without feeling the pinch. Also, if it involves making a meal I always get stressed out and don't enjoy it much anyway. I think your chili is a good idea...perfect for the winter and everyone loves it. I recently had the family over and ended up spending about the same amount you did on pizza...even with coupons.

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