Do you eat breakfast?

I normally don't...well, I guess I get my soy chai latte . But on the weekends, I love to eat breakfast...or should I say I love eating out for breakfast!

So last Sunday, I packed my family in the car. All of us were excited to have French toast, crab hollandaise , savory crepes, and Mickey Mouse-shaped pancakes at our favorite breakfast destination. When we arrived, however, we were devastated to see a "Thank you for your business" sign posted at the entrance. Our beloved Crepevine had closed down! We took our grumbling tummies back home and complained while we ate cold cereal and milk.

Unfortunately, I'm noticing a lot more businesses closing around town...not just restaurants but furniture stores, specialty boutiques, pet shops, tea bars, etc. I guess it's a sign of the times. It makes me think about what I should be doing to prepare myself for a financial "rainy day." Of course the obvious (but not so fun) thing to do is to cut back on expenses.

Comfort food  is my vice...but I guess I could make breakfast instead of going out. Maybe I could have that $3 latte a couple of times a week instead of everyday. And do I really need that glass of wine with dinner? Wait, let's not get carried away!

In these economic times, it doesn't hurt to be a little more disciplined. I mentioned in an earlier post that I was thinking of going back to Australia to visit. Well, that's an expense I've decided to do at a better time...maybe when the exchange rate for the dollar is more favorable.

How has the current economy affected your lifestyle?