What did you learn in Kindergarten? Sharing.

Ah those old lessons still apply.  One way to save at least half is to go in with another person on something.  We share a lot of things that help us trim our bills.  We share our garbage service with our neighbors.  We also share a driveway with them so we share snow removal too.  We also share our house with roommates.  Those things can add up so sharing really helps trim the bill.  But some more fun ways of sharing are sharing a meal.  Invite friends over and have them either bring a dish or beverage.  It can be more relaxing than going out and a lot less expensive.  Don't forget to share in the clean up too.  Or swap nights out.  One night you fix the meal and the next your friends do.  And of course, you get to share in each others company and that is a reward in itself.