We have found that or bill is about the same, or slightly higher (my boyfriend claims its higher). Both of us are following this WOL now which makes things easier. However, when he makes his claims that the bill is higher I can point out that:

A) we no longer have food in the house that is being thrown out the day before garbage night. Everything we buy is eaten.

B) we don't eat out much anymore, with the exception of the occaisional wing night a few times a month.

C) We dont buy alcohol anymore. No beer, no slushy blender drink mix, very little wine.

D) no more lunches / dinners bought at work. I barely buy coffee anymore.

So while we may be spending more, we are making very good use of it.

Nat