Hang tight. It's going to get worse before it gets better.
The world must first learn how to see that all the power lies with the people, not with the government. Then, and only then, will they learn to be empowered; then they will make the changes themselves. WE will bring the prices down ourselves.
When we reach that precipice of understanding (or the precipice that causes the understanding), and the damn finally breaks (maybe literally?), it's gonna be biblical.
Agreed there could have been much more frugal choices made and still have wholesome meals. Farmers market for all fresh items much cheaper and healthier too. You can spend money on a bread machine and make white bread for pennies a loaf and most newer machines will also make yogurt too.
If you are going to buy all that processed stuff in the lower section, cancel that stuff, all of it and just buy protein (free range, grass fed, etc.) You will lose excess weight, and probably spend less.
Those are Downy Unstopables washing machine scent beads. Can't tell if it's the medium or large bottle, so either $12-13 or $16. I hate those things.
Edit: zoomed in, those apples look more mango-y. I dunno, they seem oblong. I have never eaten one, but do eat Gala or Honeycrisp apples daily, not to brag.
I'm mango-illiterate, so unsure of the cost. If someone told me they're a psyop and are really flat, like the earth, or don't even really exist, like Finland, I'd believe them. Same for kiwis, the fruit, not the people. I'm already 100% sure the people don't exist.
Had an old top-load washing machine, used a lot of water, loud as hell, but clothes came out perfectly clean and fresh smelling. Put a pane of stained glass in it, and it'd come out clear. Got a new machine, some fancy front-load "HE" monstrosity, uses very little water, doesn't clean anything and clothes smell like wet dog. Enter the necessity of scent beads. Tried them, and like you I nearly suffocated. It was like drowning in a vat of Febreze.
As for his overall cost, I think he just sucks at shopping. I mean, he's in the notebook and paper aisle. I think he might be lost in a Staples somehow.
You need to shop smarter- eliminate the crackers, bread, yogurt, jams. Learn how to make your own bread and crackers, as well as yogurt and cheese. Bread is easy to make, but you could also buy a bread machine. Get creative with meals. Lower your portion size, it will make you healthier and prepare you for lean times to come. Instead of a 10 punch steak, make it 3-6 ounces. A gradual decrease in portions will help your body adjust. Intermittent fasting helps too. No food fo 12-16 hours. Check out egg prices at your local farmer. Find a farmer who raises grass fed/grass finished beef. The beef is more expensive, but less waste, less fat, and what a difference in taste and tenderness. If you must have sweets, make your own deserts. Cut out potato chips or make your own-also very easy and healthier-no preservatives. Also, if you aren’t vegetarian and have a family, buy two whole chickens. Roast the chickens and carve the meat off for dinner #1. Take all the bones after meat is removed, break the bones up, put in a large pot and cover with water. Cook for 4 hours. Strain the bones from the broth and set aside to cool. Add chopped onion, celery, carrots, and what other vegetables you like (spinach, kale, tomatoes, squash etc.) to the broth and cook until firm tender. Pick remaking meat off the bones and add to the pot. Add pasta or rice of your choice, salt and pepper, and parsley. Add a chunk of your homemade bread and you have meal #2. Depending on the size of your family, you may have soup left over and chicken for meal #3-which could be creamed chicken over potatoes or chicken pot pie. Same goes for beef soup-bake bones for flavor and follow the above process. A couple cans of tuna-make a cream sauce and have creamed tuna over toast, rice or crunchy chow mein noodles. Learn how to stretch your meals. Buy dry beans and lentils. Soak them and add a ham hock or a little cooked bacon to the pot for flavor along with diced carrots and onions. You have a cheaper protein meal.
While the thriftiness is commendable, time is money, and that's a lot of time involved. Not saying don't be frugal, but I would advise that everyone assess their time investment as cost.
I grew up with super frugal parents who were perpetually poor. I copied their example for years, and I struggled to survive but made the most of it. Then one day I realized the point of "time is money." I began to evaluate the things I did to save money as a time cost. It flipped a lot of the frugality on it's head, and now I am better off than I ever could have imagined being. Because I'm no longer over investing large blocks of time to save a small amount of money.
My formula is pretty simple: if I were at work, would I make more money in the time invested than I am saving? If so, skip it.
Not saying that's for everyone or that we shouldn't be frugal. I'm still a cheap bastard. Lol But I have met many people, especially those influenced by Depression era thinking, who burn up their days to save a buck instead of going out and making more. Be wise in your time investment.
Where I'm located, farmers are selling beef in bulk for something like 4 bucks a pound, which is going to be very competitive with grocery store prices for a much superior product. It's only more expensive because you have to buy a lot at one time
Homesteading seems like a good way forward. Maybe get some people you trust together and do it as a community effort, like how we used to do it. You all don't need to do everything either. Go to a butcher if you don't have the room or experience with h livestock.
why, yes, this is what it looks like when someone trying to make a point goes through the store picking out the most expensive items they can grab that will still look like a normal cart full.
Good time for the obese to go on a diet, eat less food. Seriously, obesity is a huge health problem in our society. Stop eating fast food poison too. I haven't had it in years. Unfortunately, cheap food is usually the worst junk on the planet.
Gotta get thrifty. Shit's not gonna get any better any time soon.
Hang tight. It's going to get worse before it gets better.
The world must first learn how to see that all the power lies with the people, not with the government. Then, and only then, will they learn to be empowered; then they will make the changes themselves. WE will bring the prices down ourselves.
When we reach that precipice of understanding (or the precipice that causes the understanding), and the damn finally breaks (maybe literally?), it's gonna be biblical.
Nix scent beads…. Just saved $10. Not necessity. Hang clothes out to dry in sun shine…. Smells so much better!!
Agreed there could have been much more frugal choices made and still have wholesome meals. Farmers market for all fresh items much cheaper and healthier too. You can spend money on a bread machine and make white bread for pennies a loaf and most newer machines will also make yogurt too.
If you are going to buy all that processed stuff in the lower section, cancel that stuff, all of it and just buy protein (free range, grass fed, etc.) You will lose excess weight, and probably spend less.
Wait till next week.
Two more weeks.
It’s always too more weeks.
Cereal gone up a lot here in the midwest. Id bump that shit to 6.Cherries on avg 6/lb good ones go for like 8-9
Those are Downy Unstopables washing machine scent beads. Can't tell if it's the medium or large bottle, so either $12-13 or $16. I hate those things.
Edit: zoomed in, those apples look more mango-y. I dunno, they seem oblong. I have never eaten one, but do eat Gala or Honeycrisp apples daily, not to brag.
Those beads are nasty. Probably loaded in xenoestrogens, too.
I'm mango-illiterate, so unsure of the cost. If someone told me they're a psyop and are really flat, like the earth, or don't even really exist, like Finland, I'd believe them. Same for kiwis, the fruit, not the people. I'm already 100% sure the people don't exist.
Had an old top-load washing machine, used a lot of water, loud as hell, but clothes came out perfectly clean and fresh smelling. Put a pane of stained glass in it, and it'd come out clear. Got a new machine, some fancy front-load "HE" monstrosity, uses very little water, doesn't clean anything and clothes smell like wet dog. Enter the necessity of scent beads. Tried them, and like you I nearly suffocated. It was like drowning in a vat of Febreze.
As for his overall cost, I think he just sucks at shopping. I mean, he's in the notebook and paper aisle. I think he might be lost in a Staples somehow.
You need to shop smarter- eliminate the crackers, bread, yogurt, jams. Learn how to make your own bread and crackers, as well as yogurt and cheese. Bread is easy to make, but you could also buy a bread machine. Get creative with meals. Lower your portion size, it will make you healthier and prepare you for lean times to come. Instead of a 10 punch steak, make it 3-6 ounces. A gradual decrease in portions will help your body adjust. Intermittent fasting helps too. No food fo 12-16 hours. Check out egg prices at your local farmer. Find a farmer who raises grass fed/grass finished beef. The beef is more expensive, but less waste, less fat, and what a difference in taste and tenderness. If you must have sweets, make your own deserts. Cut out potato chips or make your own-also very easy and healthier-no preservatives. Also, if you aren’t vegetarian and have a family, buy two whole chickens. Roast the chickens and carve the meat off for dinner #1. Take all the bones after meat is removed, break the bones up, put in a large pot and cover with water. Cook for 4 hours. Strain the bones from the broth and set aside to cool. Add chopped onion, celery, carrots, and what other vegetables you like (spinach, kale, tomatoes, squash etc.) to the broth and cook until firm tender. Pick remaking meat off the bones and add to the pot. Add pasta or rice of your choice, salt and pepper, and parsley. Add a chunk of your homemade bread and you have meal #2. Depending on the size of your family, you may have soup left over and chicken for meal #3-which could be creamed chicken over potatoes or chicken pot pie. Same goes for beef soup-bake bones for flavor and follow the above process. A couple cans of tuna-make a cream sauce and have creamed tuna over toast, rice or crunchy chow mein noodles. Learn how to stretch your meals. Buy dry beans and lentils. Soak them and add a ham hock or a little cooked bacon to the pot for flavor along with diced carrots and onions. You have a cheaper protein meal.
While the thriftiness is commendable, time is money, and that's a lot of time involved. Not saying don't be frugal, but I would advise that everyone assess their time investment as cost.
I grew up with super frugal parents who were perpetually poor. I copied their example for years, and I struggled to survive but made the most of it. Then one day I realized the point of "time is money." I began to evaluate the things I did to save money as a time cost. It flipped a lot of the frugality on it's head, and now I am better off than I ever could have imagined being. Because I'm no longer over investing large blocks of time to save a small amount of money.
My formula is pretty simple: if I were at work, would I make more money in the time invested than I am saving? If so, skip it.
Not saying that's for everyone or that we shouldn't be frugal. I'm still a cheap bastard. Lol But I have met many people, especially those influenced by Depression era thinking, who burn up their days to save a buck instead of going out and making more. Be wise in your time investment.
Where I'm located, farmers are selling beef in bulk for something like 4 bucks a pound, which is going to be very competitive with grocery store prices for a much superior product. It's only more expensive because you have to buy a lot at one time
you think that’s expensive?? I’ll take a picture of my cart when I leave Costco. Never spend any less than $100 at that place.
There are two of us. Slighty more than twice that.
Comparable items at Aldi would cut his bill in half. Doesn't look like too many necessities in the cart to be honest.
Exactly, what is he at Publix buying the name brand stuff? Shop smarter
When I was a kid in the 90s, my parents could FILL a shopping cart for $155. This is sick.
I was telling my kid when i was a kid houses in the city was $30-40k. 30 years later $300-400k
Homesteading seems like a good way forward. Maybe get some people you trust together and do it as a community effort, like how we used to do it. You all don't need to do everything either. Go to a butcher if you don't have the room or experience with h livestock.
Get cheaper yogurt and cheaper eggs.
why, yes, this is what it looks like when someone trying to make a point goes through the store picking out the most expensive items they can grab that will still look like a normal cart full.
Good time for the obese to go on a diet, eat less food. Seriously, obesity is a huge health problem in our society. Stop eating fast food poison too. I haven't had it in years. Unfortunately, cheap food is usually the worst junk on the planet.