You bet ya! We did have a moment of 'Is this enough?" then quickly realized, yes it is. Each child is getting about 4 gifts with stockings full of socks, underwear, crayons, tape and such. Things they need anyway. The kids have more than enough so we feel confident we have not overspent. I think we spend about $120 per child. Not bad. I have the words of Dave Ramsey in my head, Christmas is not a surprise every year so it should be planned for as it is not an emergency. Well, he worded it better than I but the concept is still clear.
I am now researching the coupon grocery game thing and planning meals in advance as that will keep grocery overspending in control. Any thoughts? I am trying the free http://www.couponmom.com/ first because well, it is free. Why not? I will keep you posted.
Life is all about pulling things around and making it happen. How blessed are we that we have our health, family and a warm roof over our heads. Blessings!