Well done! And you even managed to make somewhat nutritious meals on a low budget. When I first moved to Ireland 6 years ago, there were weeks when I had to live of 10 euro (about $12/13 US) with three kids (aged 2 to 9). I have learned a lot in that time. I knew all the prices in all the shops and would walk an extra mile to get milk 1 cent cheaper. The kids had full meals and I ate their leftovers. We'd have a cup of tea and a cookie as desert. The funny thing is, is that the kids still say that that year was their best Christmas ever. Everything they got was second hand and we made ginger bread houses spread out over two days. They still remember that! So even though I wouldn't really want to do it again, it is a good experience to have.