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Why We’re Opting for a Potluck This Year

November 20, 2024 Thanksgiving is a time for gratitude, family and of course, a feast. But let’s be honest, hosting a traditional Thanksgiving can come with a hefty price tag. From the turkey to all the sides, desserts, drinks and decorations, the costs can quickly pile up. This year, instead of taking on the financial (and emotional) burden of hosting solo, we’ve decided to do something different: a potluck-style Thanksgiving.Over the past year, my spouse and I (Je’Lisa) have been more intentional about saving money and changing our spending habits. From volunteering at a football concession stand instead of dining out to cutting unnecessary expenses on trips, we’ve seen the benefits of small changes adding up. When it came time to plan Thanksgiving, we realized hosting the traditional way didn’t align with our new approach.Hosting can be rewarding, but it’s also expensive and stressful. By inviting family and friends to contribute a dish, we’re not only lightening the load on our wallets but also creating a more inclusive celebration where everyone gets to share their favorite recipe or tradition.Not only are we cutting down on food expenses, but a potluck also reduces hidden costs like energy bills from cooking all day or the temptation to splurge on fancy serving dishes. It’s a win-win for our budget and stress levels.This potluck Thanksgiving feels like a step in the right direction for us—less financial strain, more focus on what matters. Who knows? It might even become a new tradition.If you’re looking for ways to make the holidays less stressful and more meaningful, I can’t recommend a potluck enough. It’s proof that sometimes less really is more. You might also be interested in As we wrap up our Project Money experience, we want to take a moment to reflect on how far we’ve come—emotionally and financially—and share our journey... This past week, our family participated in a door and patio decorating contest hosted by our apartment management company. The grand prize? A $200 gift... Over the past year, my family has been making deliberate choices to save money and focus on our financial goals. One of those decisions recently involved... As we approach the end of our journey with the Project Money program, Cory and I (Je’Lisa) took some time to reflect on how we can apply the financial... Every now and then, life throws a financial curveball—in this case, it was a pleasant surprise. We received a refund from our gap insurance since our car... This week, we faced an unexpected hiccup with our insurance: A doctor charged us for a 2023 appointment because they had outdated information. It was frustrating... Thanksgiving is a time for gratitude, family and of course, a feast. But let’s be honest, hosting a traditional Thanksgiving can come with a hefty price... This weekend, we decided to take a quick overnight trip to Minnesota. It was to record some music and spend time with friends, but we were determined to... This month marked a milestone for our family: It was our first month without a car payment after refinancing our vehicle through Summit Credit Union. With...
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