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Sunday, March 15, 2020
My Frugal Week
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Wash cloths can rewash
ReplyDeleteExactly, Debbie. :)
DeleteHi Belinda,
ReplyDeleteOur schools are still open here, but we're making plans for that to change. I found this resource online https://www.kingcounty.gov/depts/health/emergency-preparedness/preparing-yourself/pandemic-flu/individuals-families/planning-checklist.aspx and have been making sure I have things stocked. We stopped by the library yesterday to get some books in case we our kept at home for an extended period. Our library also offers a plethora of resources with audio and e-books for members using Hoopla, Libby, and Overdrive. I also keep black elderberry on hand and dried Nettle and Yarrow for teas. The Nettle and Yarrow reduce fevers and cleanse your system.
Nichole
That's great, Nichole. I just finished drinking some elderberry tea with matcha. I don't have any nettle and yarrow, but will be sure to look at those as well. Thank you for the tip. :)
DeleteI managed to find the Nettle and Yarrow at a small health food store.
DeleteThank you, Nichole.
DeleteI have a lot on my mind and being thrifty has sort of gone out the window. My son is also impacted by the virus with less work, but he tninks he'll manage for a couple months.
ReplyDeleteThat's good, Sam. I hope he does. And I hope your mind is put to ease with all that you have going on lately.
DeleteSorry for the lost income - but at least you are home and safe. Hope all goes well with you. You guys are very creative.
ReplyDeleteWe can all get a bit creative with food and supplies. I think that makes life a bit interesting and fun. Good old wash cloths and soap and water would also work instead of TP.
Have a good week and stay busy!
Very true, Cheryl. And I can work on some of my side hustles since I am home for two weeks. And I agree on the wash clothes and soap and water. :) I hope you have a good week too
DeleteI used washcloths for years. I intend to cut up tshirts to wash and only use them for pee. I will start cutting while I have tp. Then, I will use the tp for poop. I will NOT throw out the rags I use for pee. I will wash them and reuse. I had three I diapered with cloth, so this is not new to me.
ReplyDeleteYes!! Such great advice. Love it.
DeleteOur schools are closed for a month, but the are expecting two. Our libraries are also closed. I'm with Sam. We will do what we can to make smart choices, but frugality is going to have to be offset with spending some money to make life feasible for us right now.
ReplyDeleteI agree, spend where you need to in order to make it thru this difficult time. Good point.
DeleteI'm sorry you had lost income this week, it makes for a mend and make-do approach with all this mayhem and panic.
ReplyDeleteWe had an F-3 tornado wipe out areas of our little town last week, people turned out in droves to help clean up and help those who were immediately affected. This week, they would hit you over the head to grab that last roll of toilet paper off the shelf...…
Stay well !
Hugs,
~Jo
Thank you, Jo. I'm so sorry about the tornadoes in your area. My heart goes out to you all in all that devastation and loss of so many lives. I hope you stay well too, Jo.
DeleteSorry for the lost income, Belinda.
ReplyDeleteI really hope this situation will turn for the best quickly.
Schools and universities are closed for two weeks here. All theme parks are closed too. But it’s spring break and the beaches are full. I don’t understand what these people are thinking.
I’m glad you have a stockpile. I have a pack of tp bought a while ago, I think it should last a month or so. I also have installed a bidet shower. 😊
You are one smart cookie, Nil, to have already installed a bidet. I love that!
DeleteSchools all across Alaska are closed through March 30. Here in Anchorage, they've also closed the convention center, the university, all indoor recreation facilities and libraries (good thing I have a lot of books already).
ReplyDeleteBut my partner and I are what I call "low-maintenance preppers," and we have a ton of supplies: bulk Costco buys (including, yes, toilet paper), stuff we bought deeply discounted, and foods we grew and preserved. We cook all our own meals and will be fine.
In fact, I just wrote about this -- specifically, how people who have frugal habits that help them stay out of debt and also stock up will be better-positioned to handle emergencies.
http://donnafreedman.com/coronavirus-object-lesson/
My nephew makes those scrunchies. I was surprised how simple they are to create. He's considering taking a table at a neighborhood bazaar this fall, with the scrunchies, bracelets and other crafts he enjoys.
Donna, I read your new blog post, which was excellent by the way. We stock up a little at a time, so when something like this happens we are more prepared than someone who does not do that. I noticed this morning on my grocery pickup order that some of the things listed as out of stock yesterday have been restocked thru the night, so that's good.
DeleteOh how neat!
ReplyDeleteSorry for the loss of income, but you will be fine as you are good at getting by my friend. Stay safe, stay healthy.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Kim.
DeleteYou're very resourceful, so you'll be fine, Belinda. Your frugal ways will stand you in good stead, with your food bargains you've picked up in the past. Enjoy your home and daughter for a couple of weeks, and just do the side jobs when it suits you. Stay safe.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, Carol. You all stay safe too. :)
DeleteSo sorry about the your job. I'm so glad you have other income streams.
ReplyDeletei love your scrunchies. Very nice pick of material.
Thank you Vickie. :)
DeleteBelinda I am so sorry about your lost income. Wishing you the best in spite of it. My youngest son is a musician and all of his gigs are cancelled and now his secondary income (bartending) is closed also.
ReplyDeleteOh no, Anne, I am so sorry for your son. It is going to be tough out there for a while I'm afraid.
DeleteBelinda, I am so sorry. I was thinking of you with all the school closings.
ReplyDeleteYes, soap and washcloths will get us clean if we run out of toilet paper. Luckily toilet paper is made here in the USA. Everyone is silly for this TP thing. :) I did buy a lot because it was my stock up time. I sure didn't buy it like they showed on the news. Plus, tummy issues in our home. I feel so bad for those who have tummy issues and can't get toilet paper. I know they are the ones that have the most reason to freak out.
Libraries are still open here with limited access. I do expect closures this week. I returned all my books. I am going to use Libby & Overdrive. Then Kindle for all their freebies.
Thank you so much, SafyneAnais. I've been using Kindle and reading Dr. Fuhrman's latest book. I hope you all stay safe and sound. I'm with you on the TP, no need to panic. We'll make do as usual. :)
DeleteAll restaurants, bars and theatres here are to close at midnight. Schools are closed until April 3rd. Streets are empty.
ReplyDeleteI was watching some of the empty streets on the news yesterday. We've not seen anything like this before. It's so different from what we are used to seeing.
DeleteGood morning Renee!
ReplyDeleteHi Belinda,
ReplyDeleteAll schools,libraries,restaurants,coffee shops,courts,bars anything non essential is closed here. They are completely clearing the shelves here not just TP. All paper products.,.beans,rice all food.It started with shelf stable item, pet food,cat litter,rubbing alcohol,wipes,advil,cold medicine,hand sanitizer.One day it was fine and 2 days later they started clearing the shelves even on our pick up orders.
Stay calm you will be fine.look to be Lord psalm 91.
Much love,
Patti from SD
L
Thank you so much, Patti. I think we will all be fine too. Staying calm is the best thing right now. I noticed the shelf clearing here on beans this morning while I was shopping online.
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