With the questionable economy and constantly rising prices, it seems nearly impossible to stay afloat financially these days. But the Fowler family of Lumberton lives comfortably on less than $50 per week.

On Saturday, March 10 from 1-3:30 p.m., Courtney Fowler will share her personal low-cost solutions to surviving — and saving — in tough economic times at Divine on a Dime seminar at Friendship Baptist Church, 6750 Highway 105 in Beaumont.

“I was standing in line at the grocery store waiting to check out, mentally adding up the total cost of the items in my cart when I realized I was spending way too much,” Fowler said. Like most families, the Fowlers regularly spent more than $100 for less than a week’s worth of groceries.

Fowler studied smart buying techniques, eventually whittling down the weekly cost of her groceries to less than $50 per week — without clipping coupons or scrimping on nutrition.

 “My family has food allergies, and specialized diet foods can be pretty expensive,” said Fowler. “So, I checked out budget books and researched online to find what works, and what will also allow us to stay healthy. I want to share what I’ve learned so that others can know that it is possible to live comfortably in times like these.”

The $5 cost to attend the seminar.  Guests to make their own household cleaners to try at home. Attendees must register before March 7. For more information or to R.S.V.P., call 409-898-0249 or email friendshipfamily@sbcglobal.net.