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- Today's I'm sharing a few other ways that I've been saving money. I'll show you some cheap entertainment options and also some delicious summer meals as well as some Dollar Tree finds.
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👩🍳 CURRY CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICHES
FEEDS 2 - DOUBLE RECIPE FOR 4 OR MORE
1 small can chicken drained and shredded
2 -3 tbs mayo or to desired amount
1/4 cup diced celery
1/8 cup red onion or more depending on your taste
1/2 small box of raisins or dried cranberries ( I used cranberries)
1/2- 1 tsp curry - start with 1/2 then taste it and see if you want to add more
*optional -1/4 diced small red delicious apple
👩🍳 CURRY CHICKPEA SALAD SANDWICHES
FEED 2 - DOUBE RECIPE FOR 4 OR MORE
1 can chickpeas - drained and blended to desired consistency
2 -3 tbs mayo
1/4 cup diced celery
1/8 cup red onion or more depending on your taste
1/2 small box of raisins or dried cranberries to taste (I used cranberries)
1/2- 1 tsp curry - start with 1/2 then taste it and see if you want to add more
*Optional- add pickles- I like bread and butter chips
would also be good with apple
Mix together ingredients and place on sandwich or serve with pita chips. Can also be put on top of butter leaf lettuce for a low carb option, or placed in low carb or regular tortillas.
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Some public libraries loan out puzzles just like they loan out books! And look for them at the thrift store as well.
wow. I had no idea about the libraries. Thanks for sharing this!
Yes, my public library loans puzzles as well! And I agree with looking for puzzles at thrift stores and garage sales!
I came here to say this. My library has a puzzle exchange and sells puzzles that were donated to the friends of the library. I buy a lot at thrifts stores as well. I find puzzles so relaxing as well!
With your library membership you also have access to movies and tv shows. Some are on DVD, but others on Hoopla are free with your library card.
Also, some libraries also have ‘passes’ to check out. In my area, I am aware of passes available for the zoo and for an arboretum.
Oh Michelle now I know why I love your content! I love my Netflix and Prime, I love puzzles, and I love radishes. Keep inspiring us you do a great job at it.
I love your voice :) and awesome ideas for food.
Our family used to do puzzles and there was always one on a piece of wood somewhere in the house and when we were done, my dad would frame it up and put shellac on it and put it on the wall because it was the 70s and that was Art. we had all kinds of different puzzles funny ones or beautiful ones or animals, whatever -and we always bought them with the idea that they were going to be on a wall somewhere. I definitely have a very positive association with puzzles.
You live in California, so you must have a ton of local freecycle and buy nothing groups. You can get so many things from your local FB groups: furniture, books, clothing, food, even puzzles.
My go-to sandwich for summer is a Roma tomato, a hard boiled egg, Lettuce, & honey mustard or hummus on homemade bread. Delicious & cheap. We save $$ by going to the movies on Tuesdays. Here they have $5 Tuesdays w popcorn. You can get puzzles for next to nothing at estate sales or on Marketplace. Have a great week! Btw, I still really love the song you use at the end of your videos. I find myself singing it until the end of the video which is awesome and inspiring.
She really does give us hope in this dark time. Weak leaders bring hard times.
What theater gives you free popcorn with the discount movie night?
Just so you know a summer staple is wine ripened tomato (never been refrigerated) and mayo on bread with salt and pepper. Maybe if you need fancier then try everything bagel seasoning. But it's beloved in the south. Simple but delicious. Especially when it's scorching hot and you don't want to heat the kitchen.
I'm definitely going to recreate your sandwich. And I love it that you sing along to that song...because I really love it too.
We just froze those rolls from a party we had at our house. They are so good for Sunday breakfast- just bake them for a few minutes in the oven and voilà- they are fresh and crunchy good.
I'm so glad you mentioned this, because I hadn't thought of that.
I’ve been enjoying rewatching Jane Austen movies.
We invested in kayaks & have enjoyed hours of entertainment from them. Some other free/inexpensive entertainment I love are hiking, biking, reading, board games. There are several towns that offer free concerts or music in parks or gardens. Our libraries carry state park passes. They have backpacks for children to check out with activities. I checked out a star gazing backpack for my nephews and nieces. Our library also has some board games. We also go on shorter vacations close to home & tent camp a lot. It's a lot of fun and quite a bit cheaper than a motel. I never thought to look for puzzles there. My mom will love that tip.
Store the romaine unwashed in a half gallon glass jar .so crispy for wks..wash when you use it( it rip off bottom before storing)
I do puzzles on my iPad and the bonus is you don't need any room to do it also it's free. I have to deal with some ads but not a big deal. It's called Jigsaw puzzle epic.
We are fortunate to have a senior center close by and allow us to borrow puzzles and books. I also found some puzzlebug puzzles at a thrift store for 99 cents. I enjoy puzzles also.
I live in a 55+ neighborhood, we can borrow puzzles, books etc.
that's my dream retirement situation. I imagine myself playing pickle ball and bingo. Good to know they might also have some puzzles for me.
I don’t know if you watch fantasy but Godzilla, the Japanese one with subtitles is so good! I went with my daughter a little apprehensive but was very happy we went. After the first few minutes you don’t even realize your reading to dialog and the story is much more deep and dramatic than I ever imagined Godzilla could go. Highly recommend!!
I have been watching Korean series with subtitles. You don’t even realize that you are reading!
Thanks for the recommendation. I’m definitely going to check that out. I agree some of these are so good you don’t even realize you’re reading. One of my favorites is the Japanese drama boys over flowers and they even made a movie bc it was so popular. I also recently just got into Chinese dramas, and the two that stick out are The love you give me and The maids revenge.
Thanks for the info. I'll definitely check this out. 😁
We don't do TV at all - got rid of our TV some 15 years ago and haven't missed a thing. So logically no subscriptions here. We play board games or read instead.
When it comes to puzzles: the Dollar Tree ones are usually really cheap, just like the ones from Temu. Poor fitting parts. Here's a tip for great quality and very affordable jigsaw puzzles: head over to your local thrift store. All of our goodwill stores in the area have tons of puzzles from name brands like Ravensburger and they're usually 2 or 3 bucks. We just donate them back to goodwill when we're done with them.
TV is all anti-family woke prøpaganda now. You're saving the relationship you have with God by not having the deviI in your home.
I have been watching Korean dramas recently and the last one I watched is called " It's okay to not be okay". It's on Netflix. But warning, some parts did make me cry. But the story is great. There are 16 episodes to this limited series.
Hi Michelle 👋😊 That curried chickpea salad looked great. I've been trying to incorporate more chickpeas into our meals but was stumped with new ideas & that one seemed like a winner. Also, the open faced summer sandwiches were a great shake up too. Really great ideas 💡 this week! 😊
Thanks so much and I'm glad you like them!
A man named Otis. Amazing
Read A Man Called Ove.
Well, that was fun. 😁
The chick pea sandwich looks really good. I make that salad often also.
Puzzlebug is the brand my family always goes for. For 1.25 you can't beat it.
If you haven't seen This Is Us it is a must watch. Bridgerton, Queen Charlotte, New Amsterdam, Act Your Age, Call the Midwife, Sweet Magnolias, Firefly Lane, The Good Place (hilarious), and How to Get Away With Murder are all excellent and on Netflix.
We are gardening for the budget. 3 movies Pretty in Pink, Stranger than Fiction, and The Others.
Thanks! I am going to make that curry chickpea dish tonight to take for lunch tomorrow! Looks delish. Take care, my friend 🌷
Wow. Thanks so much for the very generous donation. 💜 I'm grateful for the support! I hope you like the curry chickpea salad as much as I do. You can play around with the amount of curry you put in. Sometimes I like it a little heavier. Hope you enjoy! and Thanks again! 🥰
I had it today for lunch. Went light on the curry powder because I’m A bit new to curry, but yes, it was really good. Almost tasted like egg salad, or even potato salad, the texture of the chickpeas. I always love your videos. Never miss one! ❣️
I got one of the packages of the curry chowder from Dollar Tree and I liked it! I did add some jasmine rice and a little hot sauce tho.😊
That's probably exactly what I'll do with that curry chowder! 😂 Thanks for sharing! I think it's going to be either dinner or lunch one day next week!
Here in Fargo, we can check puzzles out from the library!
I like puzzles but I don’t like cheap puzzles. I get them from the thrift stores and I don’t think I’ve come across a missing piece yet.
Target sells a good selection of puzzles.
I live in L.A county and our county library system offers downloadable books, audio books and in another section, you can live stream movies, documentaries, etc. Maybe you have something like that down there.
I'm glad I found your channel!
Those sandwiches are making me hungry 😋
I LOVE curried chicken salad! 🤩😍 Thanks for the reminder 🥰
Hey friend 😁 You're welcome. It's that time of the year.
I like their puzzles... Those are teeny though
Enjoyed this video. I get outside to the park for entertainment. Have a game night with friends. We bring salads and snacks.nothing fussy. Walking helps, well lit paths or neighborhoods .
I love that. I used to be in a hiking group here in the city, but I've been too busy the past couple years to do it. We used to walk around the lake in the evening (that's pictured at the end of my video). Now I just walk my dog near my home.
Our library has tons of videos. When we first moved here, we'd just get 10 at a time and watch and watch. It's paid for through our property tax so why not take advantage. We can get most library items from any library in this and the county south.
Find Baraka that has awesome sounds and scenes from cultures around the world. I remember throat singing in the mix. IYKYK. My partner loves Benny and Joon. You might look around to alternatives like Pluto or Tubi and see ifyou can find Galaxy Quest. We're huge science fiction fans and it was our first date movie. Free with ads, but it doesn't appear to be on Hulu or the other's you mentioned you had.
Oh I love that. Great idea! 😁
@@ArdentMichelle Oh, I just thought of another thing to watch and I just saw it on Hulu! A single season but I LOVED the show Eli Stone. It's about a guy who starts hearing music and it's urging him to help people.
I love puzzles! So relaxing.
I make the curry salad with chickpeas and add a quarter of a finely diced green apple. So good.
I think that little puzzle is cute. Looks challenging just to see the pieces.
Thank you, love your recipes and recommendations of movies, thank you,
If you like documentaries, Loose Change is great at exposing and the truth and backing it up about what really happened.
Ok Michelle, here are my pic for videos. Hope you like them. Everyone has different taste. ☆Down To Earth With Zach Efron. Lots of seasons/ locations. My favourite was " Sardinia!" ☆The Extraordinary Attorney Woo (Korean Autistic Lawyer) ☆Everything Must Go (Will Ferrell in a more serious role/comedy) Warning Language Let me know if you liked them. Thanks, Jen 😊❤😊
Group of like minded puzzle loving friends started a puzzle swap. I’ve found some good ones at Thrift stores. - Kelly
Thank you for sharing the recipes you shared sound absolutely delicious great big hugs 🖤
love the recipes thanks mchelle
welcome. 😁
Faraway sounds like that obe movie with, was a middle aged white lady who I forget if she inherited a house or not but she goes to Europe, maybe Italy? And is just like how you described, it's like coming of age but middle aged. She may fall in love too. Diane Lane? Under the Tuscan Sun? Not sure lol. It's been a long time since it came out. She may have been telling it to her friends as a story over wine lol. Its like naughty romance novel feeling haha.
If you haven't checked out British television shows or movies do it! The Father Brown series is excellent! Also All Creatures Great and Small. I know it's not movies but it's great shows.
WoW the price on the rolls is fantastic !
I enjoyed this, and suggest a tip I use when buying dish liquid. I find that it tends to be way stronger and thicker than I need and by adding water to the liquid, I can get at least twice as much life out of a bottle of liquid with no discernible loss in effectiveness.
I’ve bought used puzzles to do with my grandchildren from used book stores. It’s risky that pieces may be missing but in my situation that can happen to a new puzzle. We may loose pieces onto the floor and then to the dog.
If I’m not a fan of curry, do you think smoked paprika in the chickpea salad would be a good substitute?
Willow is free on CZcams this month. Great movie!
Great ideas! Ty from Oklahoma ♥️🇺🇸♥️
Bank of Dave. Can’t remember if Prime or Netflix also By the Book (Korean with subtitles, so entertaining!)
I don't go to the movies anymore because of the economy going into the wastebasket theae last fpur years but when I did I'd go to the discount nights Tuesdays for AMC. When they started being rude there, I switched to regal and they have sunday and tuesday discount nights. cinemark also has discount nights. I haven't checked Irv Spectrum to see if theres a surcharge or not but if its more its just a dollar or so. Few more than that for Imax or premium formats liek Dolby Cinema, etc. Some have concession discounts too but it's not something I spend money on now. I forgot where but they had a small popcorn and small drink combo for $5 for diacount night. Not aure if they do now.
The Legend of 1900.
Prime Video.
Absolutely beautiful movie.
We get DVD’s from the library. We’ve been watching a lot of the National Geographic ones. We just watched the 3 disc one on Rome - it was SOOOO good! 👍🏻👍🏻
I love that you can get entertainment there!!
I use my public library for so much of my entertainment. I rarely go to the physical library, but I can get ebooks, audiobooks, and movies online. They even have Rosetta Stone which I used to learn some Dutch before a trip to Amsterdam. As far as movie suggestions, some of my favorites are Princess Bride, Pride and Prejudice(2005 version), and Secondhand Lions.
The secret, Dare to dream on Amazon prime is also a very sweet romance.
yes! I loved this movie! 💜 I forgot about this. I watched this about a month ago!. Loved it. 😁
Your local library also likely has digital subscriptions to things like Libby or Hoopla which are great for ebooks, audiobooks, and other digital content. At least in the US. You’re already paying for it with your taxes…leverage it!
Hello Michelle. Frugal gal 💜. I gave up the savings bundle when I moved in 2015 and went to the library to use the internet , get reading material and movies. FREE is for me. A few years ago I hooked up an antenna my daughter gave me. I find too much to watch. I do watch you and hoarding shows and more on you tube. I love puzzles too. Summer sandwiches are my very favorite. Thank you again for the tips 🧑🍳 Michelle. Have a great week. 💟
Saw others with good recommendations for puzzles, I'll add getting puzzles and other hobby items at 5 below. Michael's had some really good sales on some craft kits this week.
Some libraries also loan out all kinds of things, mine has camping gear, specialty cake pans, and all kinds,of other random stuff. The best kept secret is that most CA libraries loan state park passes!
State park passes? Wow.
For the smoothest, creamiest homemade hummus ever, add a couple of tablespoons of the canned chickpea liquid (aquafaba) when you blend the ingredients.
I "think" I remember reading where you can use the aquafaba as an egg replacement in recipes. Please forgive me if I am wrong about that.
@@countrygal3688 I've read the same hint.
@@countrygal3688 You are correct that you can whip it into a soft peak meringue adjacent fluff. I think it's pretty neat, but it really works best for baking type things. It won't turn out if you're looking for an egg white substitute to make a scramble or an omelette, unfortunately.
Public libraries at least ours does have movies, and books you can check out along with audio books and e-books online. I like looking around my area for free things to do that the city puts on. My library has orchestras, story tellers, and live "old fashioned " radio stories/plays. My local newspaper often has inexpensive deals for local plays or activities like plays, or our local folk fest. Sometimes there are concerts in the park or movies in the park which is fun to bring a picnic to.
I really like doing the dollar tree sudoku, word find and cross words puzzles.
On Netflix I like Miss Granny and I am Mother. On Amazon Prime I loved Marry My Husband. It’s a series not a movie though.
oh my gosh I love Hilary Swank. I'm definitely going to watch both of these. 💜 Thanks so much!
Ooh i loved the cow puzzle 🐮.
The Village series on Prime 2013 and 14. If you haven't seen it yet. I think we have different likes for movies and this may be the closest fit .
Thanks for sharing that. I'll check it out. Dramas are my favorite genre, but I like spy flicks too 😂
I’ve done the Dollar Tree puzzles before! They’re really hit or miss. That cow one you found looks like a good one for sure. 😊
Good morning Michelle, yes, I love that Trader Joe's hummus too. We grow lettuce and romaine in planter boxes outside, right now I am overwhelmed by the amount of lettuce, mostly red and green leaf lettuce. We are having salad today with pizza and then my granddaughter and husband are coming over tomorrow so planning on using a lot then. Sandwiches are great during the summer and your curry chick pea looks delicious. And yes, romaine lettuce is really sturdy and lasts quite a while, thats why I love that the most. Also I went to the dollar tree last week, I really like going down the aisles one by one, you really get a variety of stuff to look at, I never leave empty handed. A lot of people share what they find there, I get a lot of ideas. Of course some of the things are not at my dollar tree, but you have to love the prices. Have a great week, I will also be making that chickpea sandwich. 😋
That's so awesome that you are able to grow your own lettuce. How fun! How is the pizza oven working out?
@@ArdentMichelle I love it, pizza in a minute and a half!!! Two minutes tops. My husband requested pizza for today. We are having family over tomorrow for Father's Day a day late. No pizza then, they will get to have some another day.
Hi Michelle! The Jesse Stone series of movies with Tom Selleck (I watch on Amazon Prime) Is one of my fave's. I think there are six of them maybe??? Thanks for the great video. Puzzle lover here too!😂👌
I'll check that out. I'm a fan of Tom Selleck. Thanks for sharing!😁
@@ArdentMichelleThe Jesse Stone films are great. I gave the set to my husband as a gift. I like watching them in order
I also love to read. I belong to Paperback Swap where you can exchange books. 📚 You can also exchange hardbacks. Thanks for “summer” sandwich ideas & other frugal living tips!! The Korean series I have been watching on Netflicks are heartfelt. A lot are 16 episodes.
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In 🇦🇺Australia our local libraries have books, puzzles and often online support, very helpful. Other services often include bus times and free movies etc for children 😋
We also have toy libraries which can save families heaps of money.
Sandwiches is something I grew up on and zero complaints ✔️, just the ingredients are now a lot more varied-yippee 👍
Good video
I am currently watching Dark Wind on Prime. I enjoyed many series on BBC. Puzzles are my go to entertainment. My friends and I share puzzles as well as the thrift store puzzles. They are only 2.99. Reading is a wonderful way to save money too. Kristen Hannah is the BEST author.
I love puzzles too. We did a 2k piece star wars one which we ended up framing
oh fun! I like the idea of framing it.
Ohh, i haven't done puzzles in ages. I always give up😅. But it looked really relaxing, I might try it out again. As many have suggested here, the library is amazing for free entertainment. Books, magazines, movies, music and lots more! I also like to pick up puzzles and board games in the thrift store. Quite often it's never been used. Makes great gifts! The sandwiches looked amazing, i will try the curried chickpeas, yum!
Try smaller puzzles that take less time to do. I enjoy shorter puzzles myself. I love the idea of being able to get them from the library.
I literally had to pause the video to go make curried salmon salad lol 😂 thank you!!
Hey friend,I've been making smashed chickpea sandwiches because I haven't felt like spending $ on overpriced fake meat. I add pickles and nutritional yeast. Hitman on Netflix (the new one w/Glenn Powell) was entertaining. ❤
Do you think you love chick peas so much because they are high in iron? Could be something your body craves😊 I love movie Ratatouille and will watch it again and again. So I buy the dvd and never rent again ❤
OMG I have to try that chickpea curry salad with the cranberries 😃 And the hummus tomato sandwich...if come across some fresh tomatoes 🙂
Hi Michelle! That chick pea sandwich is happening right now. I am cooking the beans in my pressure cooker as I write.
I recently watched Remember Me, Wonder,and The Boys in the Boat. All on prime. I have also been watching a five season series on prime....Person of Interest. I think it once ran on CBS. On Netflix, I have enjoyed the series Somebody feed Phil. Phil travels the world and he eats.
Two movie recommendations. Both have some parts that were difficult for me to watch, but both had good plots and casts and I would still watch them again: Water For Elephants and The Secret Life of Bees. I enjoy your content and we shop at the same Aldi/Dollar Tree!
Recut a thin slice on the stem of the lettuce and place an alcohol drenched bit of towel on the stem. Refrigerate. This extends the life of the romaine/lettuce.
that's interesting...I've never heard of that. I never have alcohol in the house. 😂
What kind of alcohol
What's the estimated cost breakdown for your chickpea sandwich? It looks delicious! 😋
We are 3 senior friends who meet weekly to work jigsaw puzzles. I’ve bought used ones and think its likely that we could trade puzzles with others. We insist on 1000pieces, tho.
Favorite movies: The Piano (Holly Hunter), Cold Comfort Farm (Kate Beckinsale), Lars & the Real Girl (Ryan Gosling)
I do puzzles on my iPad. All for free. Cannalso do these on computer or phone, although phone can be a little small
On Hulu
Where the Crawdad Sing.
Sam’s Club sells two big hand soap refills for 7.98
Do you like that one? I haven't tried it yet. I really should though. Thanks for the reminder.
@@ArdentMichelle yes I love it, works great and doesn’t dry your hands out.
Hi Michelle, loved this video! Three movies to watch… the French version of The Upside, is called, The Intouchables. It’s in French with subtitles, and not sure where it’s playing at the moment. I Am Dragon, on Prime, and The Holdovers, on Prime also. ❤
I loved “I Am Dragon.”
I found a movie on Amazon prime, called The Idea of You. It was a good romance movie. I really enjoyed it and have watched it twice already within 2 weeks.
oh that does look good. I might watch this tonight. 😁 Thanks for the input.
That's a good movie. I watched it more than once myself.😊
I have a friend into puzzles and she trades with others for new ones. I don't know if its a neighborhood group or buy nothing group.
I binge tv series. Hacks was exceptional. And I love Bridgerton. Movies I enjoyed on Netflix were the Enola Holmes (Sherlock's sister) series (theres 2 of them).
#1. Eurovision The story of Fire Saga ! Netflix. I watched this at my cousin's house in Poland. It was so funny. One of my favourite movies ever. Make some pop corn and be prepared to laugh laugh laugh.
#2. Blades of Glory
#3. Elf
#4. Die Hart
All comedy movies.
Boys in the Boat. Great movie, true story.
Ravensburger puzzles❤❤... Check thrifting
Where did you get your puzzle board?
Movies: *Chocolat*
*Priscilla, Queen Of The Desert*
*Oh Brother*
Four years of this nursing home pResident and it all just seems hopeless.
I'm in LA and the county library will loan out tools and stuff. I know some other systems will loan out your or something called the "American doll," which is a lifelike companion as they're described, and explained that little girls need this kind of thing for developmental purposes when growing up.
Keep making these videos. Like the song, in our darkest times, you give us hope.
I checked out Hulu and it's not available in Canada. 😢 Darn!
What did you put on the tomato/hummus sandwich? The spice ? Ty
just pepper
@@ArdentMichelleSam's pepper? Looks like the label got updated 🤪
You should have teturned that Walmart puzzle!! Not liking the quality is perfectly a valid reason AND especially for $10!!!! Please expand ypur channel to more frugal and saving tips and ideas. If your numbers arent launching, this just might be the stepping stones. It wobt happen overnight though.
The Retirement Plan. Nicholas Cage, Hulu
Dancing with the Devil, netflix
Could somebody explain to a non American what bread and butter chips are?
I think they are sweet pickles
Sweet and sour pickle slices.
yes, they taste sweet and sour....and they are my favorite kind.
Fresh veg that last a month ?
🤢 what did they grow and spray that with
Are you vegan
Vegan adjacent. Sometimes she does tuna
I think I saw her do cheese once