In Buffalo, Coborn's Stores have daily specials that you can get every week. They are as follows....
Every Monday---DOUBLE COUPONS! up to 50 cents off coupons double to 1.00. Limit 10 coupons.
Every Tuesday--Whole Rotisserie Chicken 4.99 Limit 2
Every Wednesday--Milk one gallon, skim, 2% or 1%-- limit 2 --$1.99 (check price against Quick Trip for possible better price)
Every Thursday--Bananas Limit 2 lbs .48 cents
Every Friday--2 ltr. Coke Products limit 2--.88 cents
Rotisserie Chicken makes great tasting chicken soups for the flu season. Try this recipe below...
Every Saturday-- pre priced at 4.99 each-- family size Tostito Tortilla Chips limit 2...2.99
Sunday, October 25, 2009
Homemade Hand Sanitizer!
Homemade Hand Sanitizer
Just in case you can't find any in the stores--keep these items on your shelves to make your own!
yields 1 liter
1 cup glycerin
½ cup aloe vera gel
3 ½ cups 91% Isopropyl Alcohol (isopropyl is easier to find than ethyl)
10 - 20 drops of essential oil such as tea tree, lavender, oregano or lemon
Mix together and use a whisk or hand blender on high to aerate. The resulting liquid is not as thick as Purell or Germ-X. Both products use thickening agents called carbomer. The glycerin and aloe vera gel provides some thickening needed to slow down the evaporation of the alcohol on your hands.
I doubled the recipe and made 2 liters and filled up two empty conditioner bottles.
( a friend makes this and has the ratio of alcohol correct. I'm making mine this week with lavender)
Just in case you can't find any in the stores--keep these items on your shelves to make your own!
yields 1 liter
1 cup glycerin
½ cup aloe vera gel
3 ½ cups 91% Isopropyl Alcohol (isopropyl is easier to find than ethyl)
10 - 20 drops of essential oil such as tea tree, lavender, oregano or lemon
Mix together and use a whisk or hand blender on high to aerate. The resulting liquid is not as thick as Purell or Germ-X. Both products use thickening agents called carbomer. The glycerin and aloe vera gel provides some thickening needed to slow down the evaporation of the alcohol on your hands.
I doubled the recipe and made 2 liters and filled up two empty conditioner bottles.
( a friend makes this and has the ratio of alcohol correct. I'm making mine this week with lavender)
Friday, July 31, 2009
A Call For Articles
This is an official call for articles.
This is an official call for articles. You don't need to be a professional writer either--although you are very welcome to submit if you are. The content of your story is what is important. I'll help you with the rest. Please read further down for details.
It is a comfort to be prepared for unemployment, long term illness, foul weather and a failing economy. But I want to go one step further. I want to promote hope. Hope buoy's us up and keeps us going in hard times like these.
I am asking for donated articles about food storage. Uplifting stories about miracles and about how having food storage has helped your family in times of need. I'm also in need of recipe's using food storage to place between the pages. All stories need to be less than 750 words. Some exceptions will be made of course--especially with regards to recipe's.
If you are interested, e-mail me at valora.otis@gmail.com . The deadline for this will be Sept. 15th. I look forward to hearing from you. Thanks!
This is an official call for articles. You don't need to be a professional writer either--although you are very welcome to submit if you are. The content of your story is what is important. I'll help you with the rest. Please read further down for details.
It is a comfort to be prepared for unemployment, long term illness, foul weather and a failing economy. But I want to go one step further. I want to promote hope. Hope buoy's us up and keeps us going in hard times like these.
I am asking for donated articles about food storage. Uplifting stories about miracles and about how having food storage has helped your family in times of need. I'm also in need of recipe's using food storage to place between the pages. All stories need to be less than 750 words. Some exceptions will be made of course--especially with regards to recipe's.
If you are interested, e-mail me at valora.otis@gmail.com . The deadline for this will be Sept. 15th. I look forward to hearing from you. Thanks!
Friday, June 19, 2009
Persistance Brings Positive Change
The writer Emerson said: “That which we persist in doing becomes easier for us to do—not that the nature of the thing has changed, but that our power to do has increased.” I've found this all too true when it comes to home storage. Gardening is still the same and so is the preservation of food that goes on after the harvest. I do feel that as I persist in the effort to bring my family healthier foods, my power to do so has increased. It's become second nature to think along those lines.
As my thinking changed, so did my budgeting, my outlook and the willingness to spend the time doing so. I must say though, that I've gotten much smarter about it along the way as I've learned from mistakes. I have found many like minded people who are willing to learn about food storage and for that I'm so grateful!
Being a Cannery Manager in the church can be a thankless job at times. Other times I am filled with gratitude for the growth I see in others as they gain a testimony of the necessity of being prepared. My calling is to help help the Saints and anyone else to have food storage, to become self reliant financially and get out of debt. It seems like an overwhelming feat some days.
As I learn more about my calling in the church, the more I understand it's importance.
Oh, believe me, there are also plenty of days where I feel like Noah and I'm preaching and my words are falling upon deaf ears. Sometimes apathy can be discouraging to me too. For every four or five who are apathetic; I find one who knows what I say is true in their heart, and that what I say is a needful thing. Now that makes it all worthwhile. Thanks for being the one out there who reads and felt the spirit of my words today. I hope you too can feel the comfort in being prepared.
For those of you who are struggling to find the means to get a 3 month supply, or a one year supply for all you need today, this is another idea list for you to get started!
Food Storage by Bishop Vaughn J. Featherstone
1. Decide as a family this year that 25 or 50 percent of your Christmas will be spent on a year’s supply. Many families in the Church spend considerable sums of money for Christmas. Half or part of these Christmas monies will go a long way toward purchasing the basics. I recall the Scotsman who went to the doctor and had an X-ray taken of his chest. Then he had the X-ray gift-wrapped and gave it to his wife for their anniversary. He couldn't’t afford a gift, but he wanted her to know his heart was in the right place. Brethren, give your wife a year’s supply of wheat for Christmas, and she’ll know your heart is in the right place.
2. When you desire new clothes, don’t buy them. Repair and mend and make your present wardrobe last a few months longer. Use that money for the food basics. Make all of your nonfood necessities that you feasibly can, such as furniture and clothing.
3. Cut the amount of money you spend on recreation by 50 percent. Do fun things that do not require money outlay but make more lasting impressions on your children.
4. Decide as a family that there will be no vacation or holiday next year unless you have your year’s supply. Many Church members could buy a full year’s supply of the basics from what they would save by not taking a vacation. Take the vacation time and work on a family garden. Be together, and it can be just as much fun.
5. If you haven’t a year’s supply yet and you do have boats, snowmobiles, campers, or other luxury possessions, sell or trade one or two or more of them and get your year’s supply.
6. Watch advertised specials in the grocery stores and pick up extra supplies of those items that are of exceptional value.
7. Change the mix in your family’s diet. Get your protein from sources less expensive than meat. The grocery bill is one bill that can be cut. Every time you enter the store and feel tempted by effective and honest merchandising to buy cookies, candy, ice cream, non-food items, or magazines—don’t! Think carefully; buy only the essentials. Then figure what you have saved and spend it on powdered milk, sugar, honey, salt, or grain.
********
I know, that if you incorporate whole grains, legumes, and home canned foods and add fresh foods into your diet, you will find that your family will notice the salt, preservatives and aftertastes of chemicals in your boxed foods. They will want them less too. Our family did. We no longer have prepackaged, processed foods in our diets and it's brought positive changes into our live! Our health has improved and my sons, now adults, gravitate towards healthy foods as a result.
I know that when my sons have children, they will find it much easier to "persist" in eating healthier and to be more frugal with their money. My efforts seemed tremendous at the beginning of this 25 year journey. It's a blessing as I look back and realize how much knowledge I've gained-- to help both my family and my friends to prepare for these tough economic times and beyond.
Here are some upcoming articles I'm working on.
Making Homemade Laundry Soap= Big Savings!
Growing and Bottling Home Grown Tomato's
Paying off those high interest credit cards--Free Yourself from Bondage!
A Three Month Supply--having a plan
Todays Challenge: Inventory every food item in your house. Tomorrow we start that three month supply!
As my thinking changed, so did my budgeting, my outlook and the willingness to spend the time doing so. I must say though, that I've gotten much smarter about it along the way as I've learned from mistakes. I have found many like minded people who are willing to learn about food storage and for that I'm so grateful!
Being a Cannery Manager in the church can be a thankless job at times. Other times I am filled with gratitude for the growth I see in others as they gain a testimony of the necessity of being prepared. My calling is to help help the Saints and anyone else to have food storage, to become self reliant financially and get out of debt. It seems like an overwhelming feat some days.
As I learn more about my calling in the church, the more I understand it's importance.
Oh, believe me, there are also plenty of days where I feel like Noah and I'm preaching and my words are falling upon deaf ears. Sometimes apathy can be discouraging to me too. For every four or five who are apathetic; I find one who knows what I say is true in their heart, and that what I say is a needful thing. Now that makes it all worthwhile. Thanks for being the one out there who reads and felt the spirit of my words today. I hope you too can feel the comfort in being prepared.
For those of you who are struggling to find the means to get a 3 month supply, or a one year supply for all you need today, this is another idea list for you to get started!
Food Storage by Bishop Vaughn J. Featherstone
1. Decide as a family this year that 25 or 50 percent of your Christmas will be spent on a year’s supply. Many families in the Church spend considerable sums of money for Christmas. Half or part of these Christmas monies will go a long way toward purchasing the basics. I recall the Scotsman who went to the doctor and had an X-ray taken of his chest. Then he had the X-ray gift-wrapped and gave it to his wife for their anniversary. He couldn't’t afford a gift, but he wanted her to know his heart was in the right place. Brethren, give your wife a year’s supply of wheat for Christmas, and she’ll know your heart is in the right place.
2. When you desire new clothes, don’t buy them. Repair and mend and make your present wardrobe last a few months longer. Use that money for the food basics. Make all of your nonfood necessities that you feasibly can, such as furniture and clothing.
3. Cut the amount of money you spend on recreation by 50 percent. Do fun things that do not require money outlay but make more lasting impressions on your children.
4. Decide as a family that there will be no vacation or holiday next year unless you have your year’s supply. Many Church members could buy a full year’s supply of the basics from what they would save by not taking a vacation. Take the vacation time and work on a family garden. Be together, and it can be just as much fun.
5. If you haven’t a year’s supply yet and you do have boats, snowmobiles, campers, or other luxury possessions, sell or trade one or two or more of them and get your year’s supply.
6. Watch advertised specials in the grocery stores and pick up extra supplies of those items that are of exceptional value.
7. Change the mix in your family’s diet. Get your protein from sources less expensive than meat. The grocery bill is one bill that can be cut. Every time you enter the store and feel tempted by effective and honest merchandising to buy cookies, candy, ice cream, non-food items, or magazines—don’t! Think carefully; buy only the essentials. Then figure what you have saved and spend it on powdered milk, sugar, honey, salt, or grain.
********
I know, that if you incorporate whole grains, legumes, and home canned foods and add fresh foods into your diet, you will find that your family will notice the salt, preservatives and aftertastes of chemicals in your boxed foods. They will want them less too. Our family did. We no longer have prepackaged, processed foods in our diets and it's brought positive changes into our live! Our health has improved and my sons, now adults, gravitate towards healthy foods as a result.
I know that when my sons have children, they will find it much easier to "persist" in eating healthier and to be more frugal with their money. My efforts seemed tremendous at the beginning of this 25 year journey. It's a blessing as I look back and realize how much knowledge I've gained-- to help both my family and my friends to prepare for these tough economic times and beyond.
Here are some upcoming articles I'm working on.
Making Homemade Laundry Soap= Big Savings!
Growing and Bottling Home Grown Tomato's
Paying off those high interest credit cards--Free Yourself from Bondage!
A Three Month Supply--having a plan
Todays Challenge: Inventory every food item in your house. Tomorrow we start that three month supply!
Monday, March 30, 2009
Be Prudent In Your Planning
As I was thinking about what my calling as the Cannery Manager entailed today (remember this is a new one for me); I thought of a quote from President Monson. I hope you take this one to heart.
Be Prudent and Conservative
"Many areas of the world have experienced difficult economic times. Businesses have failed, jobs have been lost, and investments have been jeopardized. We must make certain that those for whom we share responsibility do not go hungry or unclothed or unsheltered. When the priesthood of this Church works together as one in meeting these vexing conditions, near miracles take place."We urge all Latter-day Saints to be prudent in their planning, to be conservative in their living, and to avoid excessive or unnecessary debt. The financial affairs of the Church are being managed in this manner, for we are aware that your tithing and other contributions have not come without sacrifice and are sacred funds."Let us make our homes sanctuaries of righteousness, places of prayer, and abodes of love that we might merit the blessings that can come only from our Heavenly Father. We need His guidance in our daily lives."
Thomas S. Monson, "To Learn, to Do, to Be," Ensign, Nov. 2008, 60–61
We are told as members of the church, to build a financial reserve. We are to "Gradually build a financial reserve, and use it for emergencies only. If you save a little money regularly, you will be surprised how much accumulates over time."
Providentliving.org
President Gordon B. Hinckley has taught: "Set your houses in order. If you have paid your debts, if you have a reserve, even though it be small, then should storms howl about your head, you will have shelter for your wives and children and peace in your hearts." ("To the Boys and to the Men." Ensign, Nov. 1998, 54)
A couple of weeks ago, I passed out a three month plan in church, to set goals to get your longer term food storage goods.
Do not go into debt for food storage. If you are in the LDS Buffalo Congregation, I can work with you one on one to ensure that you have what is needed for the future.
It would be prudent for you to gather up three months of the foods your family normally eats, before doing so. Write out menues for two weeks of Lunch Breakfasts and Dinners your family normal eats. Then write down all ingredients needed to make everything on those menus and multiply that by six. You will soon have three months worth of ingredients to make three meals a day.
Now, you're ready to move onto long term food storage. These items will store for 30+ years. Wheat, rice, oats, sugar, beans etc. have recently been proven to sore longer than once thought. Go to your local LDS cannery and they will show you how to buy in bulk and put it in a #10 can for long term storage. We know how to do it right. Be prepared for this economy and all it entails, it's a great feeling!
Do include a years worth of seeds packed in #10 cans for long term storage. Preferably open pollinated non-hybrid seeds--heirloom seeds. Then you can gather seeds from this years harvest and plant them next year or share or trade with other gardeners.
Here are a couple of great sites where you can order heirloom variety seeds in a #10 can.
Be Prudent and Conservative
"Many areas of the world have experienced difficult economic times. Businesses have failed, jobs have been lost, and investments have been jeopardized. We must make certain that those for whom we share responsibility do not go hungry or unclothed or unsheltered. When the priesthood of this Church works together as one in meeting these vexing conditions, near miracles take place."We urge all Latter-day Saints to be prudent in their planning, to be conservative in their living, and to avoid excessive or unnecessary debt. The financial affairs of the Church are being managed in this manner, for we are aware that your tithing and other contributions have not come without sacrifice and are sacred funds."Let us make our homes sanctuaries of righteousness, places of prayer, and abodes of love that we might merit the blessings that can come only from our Heavenly Father. We need His guidance in our daily lives."
Thomas S. Monson, "To Learn, to Do, to Be," Ensign, Nov. 2008, 60–61
We are told as members of the church, to build a financial reserve. We are to "Gradually build a financial reserve, and use it for emergencies only. If you save a little money regularly, you will be surprised how much accumulates over time."
Providentliving.org
President Gordon B. Hinckley has taught: "Set your houses in order. If you have paid your debts, if you have a reserve, even though it be small, then should storms howl about your head, you will have shelter for your wives and children and peace in your hearts." ("To the Boys and to the Men." Ensign, Nov. 1998, 54)
A couple of weeks ago, I passed out a three month plan in church, to set goals to get your longer term food storage goods.
Do not go into debt for food storage. If you are in the LDS Buffalo Congregation, I can work with you one on one to ensure that you have what is needed for the future.
It would be prudent for you to gather up three months of the foods your family normally eats, before doing so. Write out menues for two weeks of Lunch Breakfasts and Dinners your family normal eats. Then write down all ingredients needed to make everything on those menus and multiply that by six. You will soon have three months worth of ingredients to make three meals a day.
Now, you're ready to move onto long term food storage. These items will store for 30+ years. Wheat, rice, oats, sugar, beans etc. have recently been proven to sore longer than once thought. Go to your local LDS cannery and they will show you how to buy in bulk and put it in a #10 can for long term storage. We know how to do it right. Be prepared for this economy and all it entails, it's a great feeling!
Do include a years worth of seeds packed in #10 cans for long term storage. Preferably open pollinated non-hybrid seeds--heirloom seeds. Then you can gather seeds from this years harvest and plant them next year or share or trade with other gardeners.
Here are a couple of great sites where you can order heirloom variety seeds in a #10 can.
http://gardeninacan.com I It would be good to buy two and use one and set the other one aside. I've started seeds from this variety and all are growing wonderfully indoors.
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
"The Infinite Power of Hope"
I tend to agree with what President Dieter F. Uchtdorf said in “The Infinite Power of Hope."--
"Hope in God, His goodness, and His power refreshes us with courage during difficult challenges."
I feel, that these trying economic times challenge each of us in a different way. This I do know, families need hopeful words of encouragement from our leaders just like President Uchtdorf.
I pray that what you find in this blog today and in the days ahead, will help you find better prices, ideas for food storage and helpful hints to stretch your money a little further.Stay hopeful. Lets become better prepared and fear less. We will all work hard together to make it happen and our burdens will be lightened.
Here we go!
Today I'd like to talk a little about shopping...
Seasonal Sales
Stock up your pantry and food storage shelves during and after the holidays. It will save you a lot of money over a long period of time.
Easter Time: Hams, Turkey, Eggs
Fourth of July: Hamburger, Ground Beef, Chicken, Ketchup
Thanksgiving: Celery, Canned Soups, Cranberry Sauce, Turkey, Ham, Canned Vegetables, Potatoes, Spices, Sugar, Flour
Christmas Time: Butter, Flour, Sugar, Cream Cheese, Nuts
Keep a small price book. Buy food when it is at its lowest and use a calculator each time you shop. Save your receipts and compare.
For instance, I don't buy any meat over $2.00 a pound.
I buy fruit when it's on sale.
When eggs are on sale, it’s smart to buy lots of eggs. They are a great source of protein for very little. They also make a few more meals possible.
Always remember that the biggest isn't always the cheapest, but sometimes it is. Compare the difference with your calculator.
If it's not food, clothing, or shelter, it's discretionary money. And food, clothing, and shelter can be modest.
Some Very Serious Ways to Save Money
1. Try being a one-car family.
2. Get rid of your cell phone and don't buy phones for your children.
3. Cut call waiting, long distance, caller id on your phone. These are not needs.
4. Get rid of your cable or satellite TV. This will save on electricity and give you at least 15 more hours a week to develop a talent or a skill.
5. Take lunch to work with you instead of eating out.
6. Learn to cook from scratch.
7. Drink water instead of Pop. You’ll feel healthier too!
8. Grow as much food as possible in your own garden, or buddy up with another family and help them with their garden.
9. Shop for used clothing. Use hand-me downs for your kids.
10. Learn to mend your clothes instead of buying new ones.
11. Stop shopping every day. I try to go to the store when only absolutely necessary. Pretend you’re in the military and you only get paid once a month. (been there done that) Then shop once every two weeks, or even once a month if you can. Buy enough food so that you don't have to go more than that. Plan your list well. Never run to the store for just one thing. Combine shopping trips with other errands and save on gas.
12. Try out generic brands. Find out what the store brands are.
13. Try incorporating less expensive foods into your families diet. Kids learn to like beans, potatoes rice and soups if you make them when they are young. It’s healthy food too!
14. Keep your thermostat to 79 in the summer. Put an extra layer of clothes on and turn that thermostat to 65 in the winter.
15. Learn a new skill and make things you want, instead of buying them.
16. This is a sensitive subject for meJ Get rid of your pets, unless they are a food source (chickens, goats, pigs, cows). I know we love our pets. We are keeping ours, but not replacing them as they naturally live out their lives. I took the time to add up the expense of food and litter and vet apts. You may be surprised at the added expense your animals cost. I was stunned!
(1.) I learned many years ago-- while living on a hobby farm, that Cornish Cross Chickens grew and matured in about 8 weeks. If you have the room, I’d suggest ordering chicks right now. Here is the website you can order them via the internet and have them delivered right to your door! If you are interested here is the site… www.mcmurrayhatchery.com
17. Cut hair at home. Clippers and some good scissors pay for themselves over time. Our boys had moms haircuts when they were small. They actually liked my cuts better than the barber. Cool!
18. Use real towels, napkins, plates, glasses, diapers instead of disposable ones. I’m trying this one myself!
19. Plan your meals around the sales and stock your pantry around sales! You’ll be surprised how much more pleasant making a meal will become.
Remember this is a just a general list to stimulate us into thinking about what we can personally do to cut back and save money. Then we can put that money we save into quality food storage goods.
I'd love to hear your ideas on how to cut back on daily living costs. Let me know what they are in the comment section below and I'll post it on my next blog entry.
Tomorrow we talk food storage and several different ways to store food. I’ll even tell you something new I’ve found to help us save on clothes washing detergent.
Until then, stay hopeful and lets get ready for the days ahead, together. Enjoy your day!
"Hope in God, His goodness, and His power refreshes us with courage during difficult challenges."
I feel, that these trying economic times challenge each of us in a different way. This I do know, families need hopeful words of encouragement from our leaders just like President Uchtdorf.
I pray that what you find in this blog today and in the days ahead, will help you find better prices, ideas for food storage and helpful hints to stretch your money a little further.Stay hopeful. Lets become better prepared and fear less. We will all work hard together to make it happen and our burdens will be lightened.
Here we go!
Today I'd like to talk a little about shopping...
Seasonal Sales
Stock up your pantry and food storage shelves during and after the holidays. It will save you a lot of money over a long period of time.
Easter Time: Hams, Turkey, Eggs
Fourth of July: Hamburger, Ground Beef, Chicken, Ketchup
Thanksgiving: Celery, Canned Soups, Cranberry Sauce, Turkey, Ham, Canned Vegetables, Potatoes, Spices, Sugar, Flour
Christmas Time: Butter, Flour, Sugar, Cream Cheese, Nuts
Keep a small price book. Buy food when it is at its lowest and use a calculator each time you shop. Save your receipts and compare.
For instance, I don't buy any meat over $2.00 a pound.
I buy fruit when it's on sale.
When eggs are on sale, it’s smart to buy lots of eggs. They are a great source of protein for very little. They also make a few more meals possible.
Always remember that the biggest isn't always the cheapest, but sometimes it is. Compare the difference with your calculator.
If it's not food, clothing, or shelter, it's discretionary money. And food, clothing, and shelter can be modest.
Some Very Serious Ways to Save Money
1. Try being a one-car family.
2. Get rid of your cell phone and don't buy phones for your children.
3. Cut call waiting, long distance, caller id on your phone. These are not needs.
4. Get rid of your cable or satellite TV. This will save on electricity and give you at least 15 more hours a week to develop a talent or a skill.
5. Take lunch to work with you instead of eating out.
6. Learn to cook from scratch.
7. Drink water instead of Pop. You’ll feel healthier too!
8. Grow as much food as possible in your own garden, or buddy up with another family and help them with their garden.
9. Shop for used clothing. Use hand-me downs for your kids.
10. Learn to mend your clothes instead of buying new ones.
11. Stop shopping every day. I try to go to the store when only absolutely necessary. Pretend you’re in the military and you only get paid once a month. (been there done that) Then shop once every two weeks, or even once a month if you can. Buy enough food so that you don't have to go more than that. Plan your list well. Never run to the store for just one thing. Combine shopping trips with other errands and save on gas.
12. Try out generic brands. Find out what the store brands are.
13. Try incorporating less expensive foods into your families diet. Kids learn to like beans, potatoes rice and soups if you make them when they are young. It’s healthy food too!
14. Keep your thermostat to 79 in the summer. Put an extra layer of clothes on and turn that thermostat to 65 in the winter.
15. Learn a new skill and make things you want, instead of buying them.
16. This is a sensitive subject for meJ Get rid of your pets, unless they are a food source (chickens, goats, pigs, cows). I know we love our pets. We are keeping ours, but not replacing them as they naturally live out their lives. I took the time to add up the expense of food and litter and vet apts. You may be surprised at the added expense your animals cost. I was stunned!
(1.) I learned many years ago-- while living on a hobby farm, that Cornish Cross Chickens grew and matured in about 8 weeks. If you have the room, I’d suggest ordering chicks right now. Here is the website you can order them via the internet and have them delivered right to your door! If you are interested here is the site… www.mcmurrayhatchery.com
17. Cut hair at home. Clippers and some good scissors pay for themselves over time. Our boys had moms haircuts when they were small. They actually liked my cuts better than the barber. Cool!
18. Use real towels, napkins, plates, glasses, diapers instead of disposable ones. I’m trying this one myself!
19. Plan your meals around the sales and stock your pantry around sales! You’ll be surprised how much more pleasant making a meal will become.
Remember this is a just a general list to stimulate us into thinking about what we can personally do to cut back and save money. Then we can put that money we save into quality food storage goods.
I'd love to hear your ideas on how to cut back on daily living costs. Let me know what they are in the comment section below and I'll post it on my next blog entry.
Tomorrow we talk food storage and several different ways to store food. I’ll even tell you something new I’ve found to help us save on clothes washing detergent.
Until then, stay hopeful and lets get ready for the days ahead, together. Enjoy your day!
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