I have another dance competition in two weeks to attend in another near by state. It will involve staying at a hotel in a downtown city local for two nights. I am going to begin a small cash stash this week. To pay for small out of pocket expenses. I do have to pay $195.00 in fees for both daughters by March 1st. I have that in my checking account.
Last competition was close to home. We decided as dance moms to pack lunches and snacks. All the moms then decided it was not "worth it" and to buy at the food court. I decided to not go with my gut and we did buy food at the food court--you know go with the group idea as to not look too cheap! HUGE MISTAKE. Crowded and expensive was the food court we went to and I felt like the places were dirty. I have got to listen to my inner dance mom spirit. I have been involved with travel dance for over 5 years....I think I DO have some wisdom.
I have never regreted packing lunches and snacks....ever!!!!!!!! I must listen to my inner frugality! I will def. be packing snacks and drinks and whatever else we might want since I know we have a mini fridge.
We are stocked up on all dance supplies so I do not have to make any purchases before hand. I will have to buy some panty hose as I ran my last pair and some jeans.....
Yes I still have not bought jeans. I wore my black pants twice at the last competition. I never feel very fashionable, I have zero style. I am way too boring and simple. I am not chic at all. Oh well. I also need to find a better purse to travel with. With luggage and dance bags and huge make up bags I need a purse to go over my shoulder and to have room! So I am going to check out WalMart.
It really is fun and I love going to new places. I just need to be very organized.
Another Dance Competition
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For my niece's last birthday party, my sister decided to really scale back. (Her group of friends had gotten caught up in a bit of a cycle of trying to outdo each other for kids parties.) They had the party at a public park, refreshments were cupcakes and juice boxes, and for party favors they let each child choose 2 items for an assortment of dollar-store cheapies. Sis was REALLY worried about what the other parents would think, but 2 moms came up to her individually and thanked her profusely for dialing down the competitiveness. They had wanted to do the same but were afraid of what others would think.
When you bring your own lunches and snacks, I'll bet that in addition to saving yourself money, you will be liberating other parents who really want to do the same!