Stretch or Break

Hello everyone (or probably just hello to the voices in my head since I don't have anyone reading this blog that I am beginning today).
This blog will be an ongoing adventure into what I am doing to stretch my family's finances. I am a mother of 3 young children, with a wonderful husband and 3 dogs. I work from home but lately, my hours have dwindled, so therefore my paychecks have as well.
My plan is to keep my family within a smaller budget while paying off any debt that we have.
We live in Los Angeles. I love LA, but the cost of living here is ridiculous.
If you are reading, welcome!