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Giving a Helping Hand

The times are tough for most people these days. Unemployment is on the rise, prices are on the rise and income seems to be the only thing that is going down. It is important that during these times we pull together and help each other out.

1. Make an extra casserole to take to your neighbor. It will usually only cost a little more to double your recipe and having a quick and easy meal might end up saving your neighbor a small fortune.

2. Share cloths. Hand-me-downs may not be your cup of tea under normal circumstances, but they can give your kids a while new wardrobe without costing you a dime. An added bonus is that if you pass on your family’s out grown clothes you will help reduce the clutter in your home.

3. Buy a little extra. Buying in bulk saves you big money – pass that savings on to your friends or family by sharing some of the bulk merchandise with those that need it the most.

4. Have company over. Inviting a family to spend the day with you means that they don’t have to worry about cooking (or cleaning) for the whole day. It is a great way to clean out your pantry by cooking a multitude of crock pot meals.

There may not be a lot of extra money in your wallet these days but that doesn’t mean you have to stop giving. There are plenty of ways that you can give a helping hand with out spending any (or at least only a little) money.

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