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A small hiccup in the frugal fast

June 16th, 2010 at 05:43 am

I had decided to try to participate in the frugal fast which Patient Saver suggested this week. The only thing I thought might cause a problem would be if I suddenly had an interview and needed to get some appropriate/fitting clothes.

Well, I found out tonight there were other possible snags!

Tonight I went to go to my sign language class. After our last class in May we'd agreed to not meet again till tonight. The teacher sent me a message on facebook today reminding me about it.

I ate a good meal around 5 p.m. so I wouldn't be tempted to stop somewhere for a snack. Then I arrived at our meeting place around 6:30. When our teacher/leader got there, she asked me if I knew of a good sit down place to eat.

We'd talked about going out to eat as a group and signing our orders while she interpreted, but had never set a date. Apparently, tonight was it.

We all (7 of us) ended up going to IHOP. I could have just ordered water, but instead I had water and a grilled cheese sandwich. (Both the least expensive thing I could find on the menu, and the least amount of food.) It was $3.89 with tax, and I left $6.00 total.

I'll be marking it and moving on to complete the Frugal Fast this week.

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I got an email tonight from the current Primary/Junior SS leaders asking if I'd teach this Sabbath. Reluctantly I agreed. This will at least be a good way for me to introduce myself to my Primary students who will be starting with me on July 3rd.

Tonight I also found a person willing to let me have a pool party at their house. The kids will earn points for it by prompt attendance, knowing their memory verse, answering questions about the previous weeks lesson, bringing a guest and good behavior.

I have found two new authors which I *really* like. Both of them are in the adult mystery genre, and feature women. The first one is "The No 1 Ladies' Detective Agency by Alexander McCall Smith. It is set in Botswana, Africa. There are six books in this particular series (but lots more written by this author). The other book/author is "Curiosity Killed the Cat Sitter" by Blaize Clement. A former female policewoman is no longer on the force, but runs a pet sitting business. There are 4 books (so far) in this series.

10 Responses to “A small hiccup in the frugal fast”

  1. HouseHopeful Says:
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    There was a tv show based on the # 1 Ladies Detective Agency just a couple of years ago. I forget if it was HBO or what channel. But you should check it out!

  2. patientsaver Says:
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    I think you did pretty well with spending at IHOP's, all things considered. Yes, please continue the frugal fast...I think it's kind of like dieting. You have to overlook the occasional lapses.

  3. CB in the City Says:
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    Yes, the series was on HBO. Alexander McCall Smith is a wonderful writer. He has another series going as well, set in Scotland. He is one of my favorite writers.

  4. Frugaltexan75 Says:
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    Yes, the library had 3 DVDs of the series. I've reserved the first one, but want to read a few more before watching. I'm really surprised I'd never heard of this author before, but am really glad I have made his acquaintance now. Smile
    PS,

    I was glad the waitress didn't argue with me about my order. It was off the childrens menu.

  5. momcents Says:
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    I just ended up reading "Beautiful Lies" by Lisa Unger. I usually only like Barbara Vine/Ruth Rendell (same author has penned books under both names) and I really like the BBC's version of her books turned to film. I'll have to check out these authors, too - maybe expand my list of authors!

  6. frugaltexan75 Says:
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    Momcents,

    I'll have to check that out. Smile

  7. momcents Says:
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    Just had to pop in and say, I saw a barefoot runner today! Never saw that before in my urban area. And we also saw roller ski-ing as well. Interesting day!

  8. frugaltexan75 Says:
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    Oooh! That is very cool! I haven't seen any other bf runner's in my area, although I *know* they are there (from a bfr message board). My mom told me tonight that a friend of hers is getting her husband Vibram Five Fingers for Father's Day. Not quite barefoot, but getting close. Smile

  9. momcents Says:
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    My stepdad hasa the Vibran Five Fingers - two pairs - one of them a shocking blue. I confess to being somewhat embarrassed to be seen in public with him at first!

  10. whitestripe Says:
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    i found a book at an op shop once, loved it, then realised it was a series. i was so excited, hehe. funnily enough it was a detective series too! well, sort of... it was a series based around a profiler called Becker. the series was by David Wiltse. probably not your cup of tea though, it was a bit rough and dark. but i love those types Smile

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