A time may come that every arrow in our frugal quiver will be needed so learning now will help you then. ~ Becky @ Frugal Measures
About two weeks I also purchased this Contour Leg & Knee Pillow for my knees. Ever since my knee surgery they hurt when I lay on my side at night and this has helped to alleviate the pain. I’ve used it every night since it came in the mail and it has really helped me sleep better.
Martha, an Amish schoolteacher in Unity, Maine, loves her job and her community. When Jake Sullivan proposes to her and she turns him down, her parents think she is foolish for turning down such a good catch.
It was definitely chilly here at six degrees this week, but no snow like further down south, so I'm counting our blessings.
So, my question of the week is this, are you having to adjust your budget each month to make up for the latest price increases or no? How are you adjusting?
I am not adjusting my spending, instead I find that I am not buying some of the things I have bought in the past. Some of those items are beef products, frozen processed foods, olive oil, butter is only bought from Sam's at lower than $15 for 4 lbs, cream cheese, sugar and sugar added products. I bought 25 lbs of sugar at Christmas and I am hoping it lasts. However I am clearly avoiding it but it that is what is next...it just is what it is. I honestly read your posts and wonder how you are doing. But you probably feel the same way.
ReplyDeleteMy son bought me the DVD set of MASH because he knows me.
Your son did good! Yes, we do without some things too because of the cost. And sometimes when we run out of something we just do without until the time comes to go back to the store. I’m hoping things will get easier. We can certainly hope so anyway.
DeleteHope you get to sell the land sooner than later. You made some good purchases this week.
ReplyDeleteThat is so scary with your eyes. Take care of them as needed. Glad they improved so much after the visit.
I haven't changed my food budget - actually spending less. I have been delving into my pantry and freezer more - they are both quite full and much needs to be used, before buying additional.
That’s great, Cheryl. We also dived into our freezer and pantry this month. It really does help us to spend less by doing that.
DeleteThank you for your blog; it is an encouragement to many of us. "A light in dark places..." :)
ReplyDeleteI am having to adjust our budget. We rarely eat out unless it is a special occasion. I try to buy groceries on sale with a coupon. Oh Food City has Luck's beans on sale for .50. I like having some cans on hand for chili , soups and such.
I'm sorry that your eyesight got worse so quickly, and I hope the new meds help. Glad the pillow helps too; it is hard to get comfortable sometimes. Sorry about the troubles with your Dad's land; that is hard to deal with but I hope you can find a solution that makes everybody happy.
Hope you have a good weekend. I think it is finally going to be a little warmer.
You are so sweet, Kathy. Thank you. I saw the sale on Lucks beans for 50 cents. I love their chili beans. My eyesight is already doing better. I can see the time on my tablet again. I’m looking forward to warmer weather. It’s already warmer than it was.
DeleteNo real adjustment of my budget here. Instead I am trying to search out more sales, and make more items from scratch. I think if I do this I can cut some off the grocery budget. I did have to adjust up for some line items due to the rising costs of electric and natural gas. I am also trying to cook more using the appliances I have, rather than my oven (since that still isn't working I more or less have to).
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Those all sound like real good solutions, Jackie. I’ve not been grocery shopping in a while but now that I’m driving again, I’ll be able to go and stock up on sale items again.
DeleteI am a new reader, and have been leading a frugal-centric life for decades. But I am always looking for ways to improve! Like you, I don't like to dine out because it is so expensive. We spent a weekend away as a treat and I was shocked when our restaurant bill suggested a 22% tip. With meal ingredients, menu prices are getting higher -- which would bring up the amount earned on a standard tip. But instead, we are being asked to add more onto the price of a meal. I can cook for the two of us for a lot less than the cost of even one entree. If you know how to find deals, eating at home doesn't mean eating a bare-bones diet either. Gonna have to work at it harder with what's in store for the future prices of eggs and poultry. So any savings I can find are a win!
ReplyDeleteYes, we can eat at home much cheaper than we can eat out in at a restaurant. And like you said, it does have to be a bare bones diet. Welcome, Mrs. Murphy, it’s so nice to have you here.
DeleteWishing you success with the land sale. I was very lucky when we sold Mom and Dad's house. My sister and I were both on the same page from start to finish. I realize how lucky I am/was.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Anne. My sister and I are on the same page, but my brother is holding out, unfortunately. You were definitely blessed to be of the same mind.
DeleteI’m sure your eyesight change was disheartening, but so thankful there was a solution. That’s too bad your brother didn’t want to sell the land. I hope that works out for you very soon. It’s been cold here, too and the ceramic heater sounds like a great idea. I definitely shop the sales for our food these days. We haven’t stopped buying anything in particular, but definitely look for the best price!
ReplyDeleteWe too, Penny, are looking for the best prices we can find. I went today and got chili beans for 50 cents a can, and added 10 to my pantry. Every little bit helps.
DeleteI've had a pretty good week, thank you, and I hope the injection really helps. xx
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, Joy.
DeleteI always enjoy reading your blog dear friend, so many interesting and wise recommendations. We tend to go for months without eating out, and are happy to stay home and cook, since we are retired. The egg prices have gone through the roof, if you can even find them, it seems there is always something we have to work around.
ReplyDeleteHope your injections continue to keep your eyesight at it's best.
Hugs,
~Jo
Thank you, Jo. That means a lot to me.
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