In light of the recent economic situation, (whether the situation is real or media driven...but, that's another story), many restaurants are vying for your business with discount coupons and people are making smarter choices when dining out. Although some high-end eateries I visit in the Orlando area are jam packed, as usual, on Friday and Saturday nights, the middle guys are the ones (as usual) who are suffering.
So what's this got to do with packing your lunch? If you really want to save some money - bring your lunch to work. Not exactly what the restaurant industry wants to hear, but think of the fifteen dollar lunches your consuming everyday (never mind the calories, salt, carbs and fat!). In addition to the cost of the food, you need to consider the cost of gas to get you to and from the restaurant too - maybe adding 5 to 10 miles a day to your odometer. If you're getting 20 miles to the gallon, that potentially could add up to 2 or 3 gallons of gas a week just for going out to eat lunch! When gas was $4.00 plus a gallon, it really put a dent in the wallet.
$4 a gallon x 3 gallons x 52 weeks = $624.00 a year for gas just to get your lunch!
Imagine putting that money in an interest bearing account every year. And, when you add the $5 per day your saving on your coffee (my last post)...
$5 per day on coffee x 5 coffees a week x 52 weeks = $1300.00 a year for coffee... Your savings account would have $1924.00 more in it for just adhering to these two tips!
**And yes, I realize you still have to buy lunches that you pack, but it's a great use of leftovers and a great way to control your weight to enhance your health....Like quitting smoking! Imagine your savings if you quit smoking...hmmm - good idea for my next post.
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