Love the wreath addition, looks great. Pups are adorable too. BTW I found the budget book videos. I will go watch them. I didn't know what you had called it, I originally thought it was just a calendar. I am newly retired and everything is needing revamping so I am always searching for ideas from others around my age.
I used to get a yucky stomach and then I found out about the creamers and the dietician I used to work with suggested I stop using it. I did and I noticed my stomach did feel better. I use half and half now. Your wreath is pretty and you found some cool things. Have a good night dear Ellen
Ellen, can you try going a week without using that toxic creamer crap and see if your stomach issues are any better? I know you say you don’t use much but when you use it everyday it mounts up. If you only seriously knew just how bad that stuff is you would be so shocked. What I have seen and read on the health channels they strongly advise not to use them. I firmly believe that is the cause of your stomach problems. So why not do a 7-10 day test? Just my honest opinion.
@@EllensAbundantLifeonLess Fantastic! Just know there are life-destroying chemicals in there, all chemicals, nothing natural. They also add bad additives which I have personally researched and each cancer-killing chemical and poisonous additive and am horrified that they are even allowed to be manufactured. Think of what they are doing to destroy your body organs and that alone should be enough to be rid of them forever. Even worse than most processed foods. Just plain natural milk 2% or whole milk in your coffee, nothing better than that. You use artificial flavored coffees which are alone bad enough and then the toxic flavored so-called “creamers” added to it. What is better than natural un-flavored coffee and pure milk. Sorry, I do not mean to harp on this subject and I will never mention it again, but only want you to live a long and healthy life with tons of energy. Stay blessed and enjoy your day.
I just finished my fall wreath, I get my wreath at goodwill & I take all the flowers off & do my flowers, I have gotten my wreaths for 2.99 , so that's a bargain. My mother loved fall & scarecrows.!!!😊
@@PamelaLipscomb-b1k I like to reuse and add some new things to wreaths that are still in decent shape too. I can't believe the prices of buying them new! 😊❤️
Good morning Ellen, the weather here I. Arizona is FINALLY cooling off yesterdays high was in the low 90’s and the evening hour’s temperature got down in the low 60’s. It’s starting to feel like Fall now. And am enjoying my mornings with the morning temps cool to take my walks now. Hope you get help with your stomach issues with your dr. I love your wreath you updated on your front door. And can’t wait to see your finished planters on your front porch area, it’s looking very fall feels. Hope you have a great day
I’m surprised at the amount of money you say you live on. It just seems like you spend more than that. Just comparing it to what I make and what I spend.🤷♀️
Well, we are home from Dave's surgery. It went very good, but we ended up being there for 6 hrs. Long day after a night of little sleep. You look so nice today. Pretty decor items.❤
I don't understand why people are saying negative things about your budget and your haul... your budget appears to be working for you and that's all that matters. I do love that decorative tray, very pretty! Can't wait to see what you do with it.
@@athomeinaz5421 some people really like to pinch their pennies. Good for them. I like to enjoy the money I do have. I don't even know why they watch the channel. I don't make content about penny pinching, I make videos about living an abundant life with the money that I have. 😁👍
When many big cost items are already paid for , one can afford to buy the extra things. I wish your viewers understood this. Plus , if it makes us happy , we remain healthier , which saves us money in the future.
@@ceciliaperales8466 I agree whole heartily. I took care to get the bigger ticket items paid for. That leaves money left to buy other things. Planning ahead is a big part of the process. 😊👍
All Medicare patients, be very careful. Medicare covers an annual wellness visit, but not an annual physical exam visit. Research the difference and make sure your doctor doesn't do anything during the annual wellness visit that Medicare will classify as falling under an annual physical exam, or you will get the bill!
@@krisb7465 things are always changing in the health care field these days and not for the better. I'll have to say though I've been on Medicare for 10 years and along with my supplemental insurance, I've never received a bill.
Your front door area looks really cute. I don't really decorate the outside of our home much. Went out to eat with my church ladies group today to a German Restuarant. It was fun but I spent quite a bit (but took most of it home to my husband). I got Schnitzel (pork) with potato pancakes, Hot German potato salad, 2 large pretzels with beer cheese and sauerkraut balls. It was all very good and I totally overloaded on carbs. LOL. So I get a Big Red X today but it was part of my Birthday Month Celebration. I had to go get 6 large round rolls of hay for the animals (our friend gives it to us) but my son had to help me haul it as my husband can't right now.
@@allisonspeer649 you work very hard Allison and you deserve to totally enjoy your birthday month! 😁 The food sounds good. I like to eat only a portion of my restaurant meals and eat the rest the next day. That way cost per meal isn't so bad.
We've been doing good on a lower budget this summer. I did buy a couple of fall decorations. I made a dollar tree flower bouquet and ordered a new wreath for our door. The one we had was wore out. I'm working on a Halloween garland and pumpkin placemats using stuff I already had. It's fun and keeps me busy:)
Ellen, I am sure you don't want to hear this BUT the medicine you take seems to take care of your stomach issues. I know you don't like taking the medicine and I completely get that. But it if works and keeps you from having to go back to the doctor, why not take it on a regular basis to keep your stomach from acting up. I have acid reflux and I take medicine everyday and have for years and I have no trouble and my stomach doesn't act up. We all have to do what is best for us but hearing you talk about not wanting to go to the doctor made me think to say this. Care about you! Love your channel!
@@melissabarker2128 the medicine I'm prescribed is really bad for your bones and I already have osteoporosis. I'm looking for alternative medicines that don't have the bad side effects. I do take the medication when I have to but it still doesn't totally fix the problem. Even with the medicine my stomach still bothers me.
Guess what! It's Friday again 🙀 Glad all went well at your annual checkup. Don't they refer you for tests to the doctor who you are already seeing for your stomach issues? Or is the annual checkup with your current doctor? Actually I don't know who does the Medicare annual checkup. 🤔 I never get one because my primary doctor is very thorough and I have extensive labs every 4 months to keep Hashimoto's in check. She refers me out if I have any concerns or if she thinks I need a referral for something specific. Don't feel I need more than what I have. I have never used my dehydrator. Maybe someday. 😊 Cute Fall wreath. You had nice decor last year so you probably have some thngs you can reuse if you didn't donate it. I am hoping my daughter will gather up some of my Fall decor from the garage and decorate my porch for me. No way I can get out there this year. I will need her help inside, too. Not doing much..just switching out a few things like candles, tablecloths & throws. Like that top you thrifted! Nature's Miracle is a good product...at least it was when I used it way back. I never hesitate to recommend it. 😊
@@dianabythebeach ha!: I thought the same thing this morning and then forgot to mention it in the video 😂 yes I saw my primary doctor and he does give me referrals. You probably get enough checkups every 4 months. I have to go for labs next 👍
You should film running around Savers showing that they have weather you buy anything there or not. I just like to hear what you think of the items they might have.
@@cindynok yes I add my spices into the rehydrating liquid. Once it's rehydrated I cook it in the microwave a few times in 1-2 minute increments and stir it in between until I get it to the texture I like, otherwise I find it's a little too mushy for my liking. You can also cook it in a pan to the texture you like before you add it to recipes. I've found these methods to work the best for me.
“An NREL team finds that lead times for transformers has grown fourfold in three years, with orders sometimes taking two years. Additionally price increases of four to nine times have been reported in the past 3 years.” March 2024.
@@KerryJames-l6z things are changing fast. Big power outages seem to take forever to get resolved. Not enough man power. Too many cutbacks so that they can keep their profits
I have counselling today and pick up groceries God willing hopefully my married daughter comes home today if she wants to lol she should stay with her husband lol
You paid $17 000 for your car and the way you shop,3 dehydrators, what is wrong with just 1? Curious how often do you make pizza.Its your business what you buy, but I'm very thrifty and careful with my money,I'm just sayin,I don't thi nk I would qualify for food bank.
@@leelutz5479 whether you qualify for the food bank depends on your income not your spending habits. 3 dehydrators come in useful when I have a big batch of food to dehydrate at one time. We eat pizza fairly often and if you watched the video I also explained that I can use the oven if there's a power outage because it runs on propane like a grill. If your budget works for you keep doing what you're doing. I'll do the same.
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Love the wreath addition, looks great. Pups are adorable too. BTW I found the budget book videos. I will go watch them. I didn't know what you had called it, I originally thought it was just a calendar. I am newly retired and everything is needing revamping so I am always searching for ideas from others around my age.
@@C7557 the budget book tracking works well for me and helps me stay mindful of how I spend my money 👍
I used to get a yucky stomach and then I found out about the creamers and the dietician I used to work with suggested I stop using it. I did and I noticed my stomach did feel better. I use half and half now. Your wreath is pretty and you found some cool things. Have a good night dear Ellen
@@patriciabuuck5277 I still have a stash of creamers that I want to use up maybe once I use them up I'll give that a try 👍
Ellen, can you try going a week without using that toxic creamer crap and see if your stomach issues are any better? I know you say you don’t use much but when you use it everyday it mounts up. If you only seriously knew just how bad that stuff is you would be so shocked. What I have seen and read on the health channels they strongly advise not to use them. I firmly believe that is the cause of your stomach problems. So why not do a 7-10 day test? Just my honest opinion.
@@lindacrosson2750 I suppose I could try that for a few days 😊
@@EllensAbundantLifeonLess Fantastic! Just know there are life-destroying chemicals in there, all chemicals, nothing natural. They also add bad additives which I have personally researched and each cancer-killing chemical and poisonous additive and am horrified that they are even allowed to be manufactured. Think of what they are doing to destroy your body organs and that alone should be enough to be rid of them forever. Even worse than most processed foods. Just plain natural milk 2% or whole milk in your coffee, nothing better than that. You use artificial flavored coffees which are alone bad enough and then the toxic flavored so-called “creamers” added to it.
What is better than natural un-flavored coffee and pure milk. Sorry, I do not mean to harp on this subject and I will never mention it again, but only want you to live a long and healthy life with tons of energy. Stay blessed and enjoy your day.
I just finished my fall wreath, I get my wreath at goodwill & I take all the flowers off & do my flowers, I have gotten my wreaths for 2.99 , so that's a bargain. My mother loved fall & scarecrows.!!!😊
@@PamelaLipscomb-b1k I like to reuse and add some new things to wreaths that are still in decent shape too. I can't believe the prices of buying them new! 😊❤️
You got done very pretty decor items and some great bargains!
@@terri4353 using the old with a little bit of new 😊👍
Good morning Ellen, the weather here I. Arizona is FINALLY cooling off yesterdays high was in the low 90’s and the evening hour’s temperature got down in the low 60’s. It’s starting to feel like Fall now. And am enjoying my mornings with the morning temps cool to take my walks now. Hope you get help with your stomach issues with your dr. I love your wreath you updated on your front door. And can’t wait to see your finished planters on your front porch area, it’s looking very fall feels. Hope you have a great day
@@KraftyKaren-7 I finished the front porch now on to trimming the bushes in the front yard 😊👍 The garage will be coming up next 👍
Hi Karen, I'm in AZ too. So thankful that we seem to be done with triple digits!
Rest good Ellen ❤
Thank you
@@soniab.estacio3008 you too Sonia 😊❤️
I’m surprised at the amount of money you say you live on. It just seems like you spend more than that. Just comparing it to what I make and what I spend.🤷♀️
@@carriebelcher8644 I'll talk about it some in tomorrow's budget book chat 👍
Nice haul. Your wreath looks pretty. I Think I’ll spice up mine as well with some small decor from DT, thx😊
@@dregeminin1 adding a few embellishments to an old wreath can make a big difference 😊👍
Well, we are home from Dave's surgery. It went very good, but we ended up being there for 6 hrs. Long day after a night of little sleep. You look so nice today. Pretty decor items.❤
Glad Dave’s surgery went well, Laura 🙏❤️
Nice hauls today! Your door and front porch look nice. 🙏❤️
@@laurastrout7588 I'm so glad Laura that everything went well for Dave 😊👍 It seems like any involvement with the medical field takes forever now. ❤️
@@kathyjones5056 thank you Kathy 😊❤️
@@kathyjones5056 Thank you Kathy
Enjoyed the haul 🎉
@@rubybrowning5111 me too 😁👍
I do the same thing you do for fall decorating; check out my stash from years past and add a little bit of new to make me happy.😊
@@RamonaStrait saves money 😊👍
I love the snacks you bought! We must have them!!
@@joywise2595 I know they're not healthy, but I enjoy a crunchy and salty snack sometimes. 😊👍
@@EllensAbundantLifeonLess oh me too!
I don't understand why people are saying negative things about your budget and your haul... your budget appears to be working for you and that's all that matters.
I do love that decorative tray, very pretty! Can't wait to see what you do with it.
@@athomeinaz5421 some people really like to pinch their pennies. Good for them. I like to enjoy the money I do have. I don't even know why they watch the channel. I don't make content about penny pinching, I make videos about living an abundant life with the money that I have. 😁👍
Hi...i love how your painted door turned out and the wreath is very cheerful...
@@smunoz8739 I love the fall colors and decorating my front door for the seasons. 😊❤️
When many big cost items are already paid for , one can afford to buy the extra things. I wish your viewers understood this. Plus , if it makes us happy , we remain healthier , which saves us money in the future.
@@ceciliaperales8466 I agree whole heartily. I took care to get the bigger ticket items paid for. That leaves money left to buy other things. Planning ahead is a big part of the process. 😊👍
All Medicare patients, be very careful. Medicare covers an annual wellness visit, but not an annual physical exam visit. Research the difference and make sure your doctor doesn't do anything during the annual wellness visit that Medicare will classify as falling under an annual physical exam, or you will get the bill!
@@krisb7465 things are always changing in the health care field these days and not for the better. I'll have to say though I've been on Medicare for 10 years and along with my supplemental insurance, I've never received a bill.
Yes, I am trying to get all major house repairs done before I am one of the elderly elders!
@@krisb7465 that's the best plan in my opinion 😊👍❤️
Your front door area looks really cute. I don't really decorate the outside of our home much. Went out to eat with my church ladies group today to a German Restuarant. It was fun but I spent quite a bit (but took most of it home to my husband). I got Schnitzel (pork) with potato pancakes, Hot German potato salad, 2 large pretzels with beer cheese and sauerkraut balls. It was all very good and I totally overloaded on carbs. LOL. So I get a Big Red X today but it was part of my Birthday Month Celebration. I had to go get 6 large round rolls of hay for the animals (our friend gives it to us) but my son had to help me haul it as my husband can't right now.
@@allisonspeer649 you work very hard Allison and you deserve to totally enjoy your birthday month! 😁 The food sounds good. I like to eat only a portion of my restaurant meals and eat the rest the next day. That way cost per meal isn't so bad.
I was going to get rid of my cadt iron pans cause they are too heavy but if I need to cook outdoors on a fire they would work.
@@robertaackerman6931 that's exactly what I thought!
We've been doing good on a lower budget this summer. I did buy a couple of fall decorations. I made a dollar tree flower bouquet and ordered a new wreath for our door. The one we had was wore out. I'm working on a Halloween garland and pumpkin placemats using stuff I already had. It's fun and keeps me busy:)
@@lilybee_ it is really fun to make something new out of things that you already have 😊👍
Always get the stash!
@@jennifercaskie9751 absolutely!
You had a busy day today Ellen. Time for a rest.
@@beverlysyferd379 after all the work I've done in the garden, I'm trying to choose some easier projects for a few days 😊👍
As my children became adults and they got married left home I found it little challenging also life events
@@KerryJames-l6z growing older is definitely a challenge ❤️
I hopefully need to get yearly check ups I was unwell most times as a young woman
@@KerryJames-l6z I think it's important to do that as we age 👍
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I like your shell dish enough, to go myself to Dollar Tree, to get one too.
@@wendykornfein3337 I thought it was really pretty. Dollar Tree has some really nice beachy things this past summer.
Ellen, I am sure you don't want to hear this BUT the medicine you take seems to take care of your stomach issues. I know you don't like taking the medicine and I completely get that. But it if works and keeps you from having to go back to the doctor, why not take it on a regular basis to keep your stomach from acting up. I have acid reflux and I take medicine everyday and have for years and I have no trouble and my stomach doesn't act up. We all have to do what is best for us but hearing you talk about not wanting to go to the doctor made me think to say this. Care about you! Love your channel!
@@melissabarker2128 the medicine I'm prescribed is really bad for your bones and I already have osteoporosis. I'm looking for alternative medicines that don't have the bad side effects. I do take the medication when I have to but it still doesn't totally fix the problem. Even with the medicine my stomach still bothers me.
I live of disability $1128 per fortnight 25 per ent of my income goes on public rent and have 12 month fully funded emergency fund
@@KerryJames-l6z that's a wonderful accomplishment! 😁❤️👍
Guess what! It's Friday again 🙀 Glad all went well at your annual checkup. Don't they refer you for tests to the doctor who you are already seeing for your stomach issues? Or is the annual checkup with your current doctor? Actually I don't know who does the Medicare annual checkup. 🤔 I never get one because my primary doctor is very thorough and I have extensive labs every 4 months to keep Hashimoto's in check. She refers me out if I have any concerns or if she thinks I need a referral for something specific. Don't feel I need more than what I have.
I have never used my dehydrator. Maybe someday. 😊 Cute Fall wreath. You had nice decor last year so you probably have some thngs you can reuse if you didn't donate it.
I am hoping my daughter will gather up some of my Fall decor from the garage and decorate my porch for me. No way I can get out there this year. I will need her help inside, too. Not doing much..just switching out a few things like candles, tablecloths & throws. Like that top you thrifted!
Nature's Miracle is a good product...at least it was when I used it way back. I never hesitate to recommend it. 😊
@@dianabythebeach ha!: I thought the same thing this morning and then forgot to mention it in the video 😂 yes I saw my primary doctor and he does give me referrals. You probably get enough checkups every 4 months. I have to go for labs next 👍
You should film running around Savers showing that they have weather you buy anything there or not. I just like to hear what you think of the items they might have.
@@joanneguzowski630 maybe I'll do that next time. This thrift & consignment shop wasn't Savers.
Tissues at Dollar Gen are dollar bigger box size so cheaper than dollar tree. Price by you when you can
I like the Dollar General
@@dianerajkowski1291 Dollar Tree isn't always the best bargain especially since they've raised their prices.
I have been venturing into TVP and is the trick to add lots of spice? I keep trying. I do like black bean burger patties I make.
@@cindynok yes I add my spices into the rehydrating liquid. Once it's rehydrated I cook it in the microwave a few times in 1-2 minute increments and stir it in between until I get it to the texture I like, otherwise I find it's a little too mushy for my liking. You can also cook it in a pan to the texture you like before you add it to recipes. I've found these methods to work the best for me.
@@EllensAbundantLifeonLess Thank you!!!
I like discard pieces, from time to time, in front of homes of people cleaning out their garage or moving.
@@wendykornfein3337 I've gotten some great stuff lol! 😂👍
Up here in bell post hill if our power is out they come immediately
If the grids out, they won't be coming.
“An NREL team finds that lead times for transformers has grown fourfold in three years, with orders sometimes taking two years. Additionally price increases of four to nine times have been reported in the past 3 years.” March 2024.
@@KerryJames-l6z things are changing fast. Big power outages seem to take forever to get resolved. Not enough man power. Too many cutbacks so that they can keep their profits
@@laurastrout7588 you're right Laura. Grid down would be a disaster for sure
@@happycamper1372 I want to be somewhat prepared in any case 👍
Yummy flavoured coffeess
@@KerryJames-l6z I think they're great 😃👍
I find no spend days help I don't do decorations or seasonal anything
@@KerryJames-l6z low spend is the best way to go on a low, fixed income 👍
I am with no drs.in the winter maight be ucey😢
@@barbaramatarazzo4269 I'm hoping to have all my appointments done and over with by the beginning of December 👍
I have counselling today and pick up groceries God willing hopefully my married daughter comes home today if she wants to lol she should stay with her husband lol
@@KerryJames-l6z I hope things work out for your daughter and her husband ❤️🙏
Cheers ❤
@@kellykimball2099 😊 cheers! ❤️
You paid $17 000 for your car and the way you shop,3 dehydrators, what is wrong with just 1? Curious how often do you make pizza.Its your business what you buy, but I'm very thrifty and careful with my money,I'm just sayin,I don't thi nk I would qualify for food bank.
@@leelutz5479 whether you qualify for the food bank depends on your income not your spending habits. 3 dehydrators come in useful when I have a big batch of food to dehydrate at one time. We eat pizza fairly often and if you watched the video I also explained that I can use the oven if there's a power outage because it runs on propane like a grill. If your budget works for you keep doing what you're doing. I'll do the same.
@@EllensAbundantLifeonLess ok, thanks for answering.
@@leelutz5479 👍