praising god during economic hardships

while, i know that everybody has a story of how the economy is affecting them, i didn't realize (really) how it could affect Travis and i until it did. i guess because we don't invest in the stock market or anything i just naively assumed that we really wouldn't be affected by this "slump" that our economy is facing. i know, i am not a realist at times or i just don't want to think about the possibility of "what could happen".
this week Travis learned he was going to receive a 5% decrease in his pay (his hourly wage) due to cutbacks his company is making . this may not sound like much but it really hit home for me. your deducting someones pay that has worked and supported your co. for 10 years and has invested and dedicated his time ...etc.is what i am thinking as travis is telling me the news! i am thankful he has a job and it could have been worse i suppose but i was very surprised! the timing could have been better. this week i received my e.r. bill (went in to discover i had kidney stones) $800!! and we do have insurance. 80/20 like most people. then the same day we got my er bill Natalie had her tonselectomy....$750.00.
after all of this i am trying to figure out in what areas can we cut back in and /or be more frugal. i know that there are many but doing it and putting it into action is a different story.

however; on the positive side, (the side where god gets the glory and honor) i was offered a promotion and raise at my job this week. i honestly feel that god will always supply your needs. i am praising god for all that he does. my heart is heavy for all of those that are going through lay-offs and cant find a job.