tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4128356272633778761.post2481651566230429538..comments2023-06-19T09:33:49.682-05:00Comments on Someone being me: Someone Being Mehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08984828094257765105noreply@blogger.comBlogger7125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4128356272633778761.post-2358982680864205302008-06-11T21:01:00.000-05:002008-06-11T21:01:00.000-05:00My latest plan is to not go shopping. I stay out o...My latest plan is to not go shopping. I stay out of Target and Walmart as much as possible. I try to only grocery shop. It is always a challenge. I agree with marmarbug, this economy sucks.Indyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05544675666827041726noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4128356272633778761.post-52761503499257329442008-06-11T16:51:00.000-05:002008-06-11T16:51:00.000-05:00List - as was said above. I also try not to take ...List - as was said above. I also try not to take my husband - because he likes to just buy extra crap. And if he does go, I implement the "only one thing not on the list rule." Which means that if he forgot to tell me he needed deodorant until we were on that aisle - that's his one thing. Yeah, I'm kind of mean like that.<BR/><BR/>Plan at least 1 week of menus prior to shopping, and also I generally plan our menu around things we already have at least one component of - and also somewhat on sales. Sometimes I can get whole meals out without spending an extra dime.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4128356272633778761.post-13008112676145668842008-06-11T10:22:00.000-05:002008-06-11T10:22:00.000-05:00Always make a specific list before you go to the s...Always make a specific list before you go to the store, and then only buy whats on the list.<BR/><BR/>That seems like common sense, but really, if you try things the other way around, you end up coming home with things you didn't really need.<BR/><BR/>Also, don't buy something just because there's a coupon for it. I have a friend who does this all the time, if you wouldn't have bought it otherwise, why buy it to "save" 25 cents.....you know?Haleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05163097493450864797noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4128356272633778761.post-3627598011930921392008-06-11T08:13:00.000-05:002008-06-11T08:13:00.000-05:00I would love to hear more about where you find cou...I would love to hear more about where you find coupons and stuff (other than the paper). Our grocery bill is about to be added to with #3 due in 5 weeks, and I would love to get some more tips. Hubby is constantly complaining. I never leave Wal-Mart for less than $100, even if it's 3 bags of stuff. HELP ME!Stephaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12140468214545352325noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4128356272633778761.post-46975803500899545862008-06-10T18:58:00.000-05:002008-06-10T18:58:00.000-05:00I think there are plenty of creative money saving ...I think there are plenty of creative money saving ideas out there. From my blog, I link to a blogroll called Frugal Hacks. There are loads of people sharing how they cut back.<BR/><BR/>As for your staying home, I know the timing is complicated, but I think even with rising prices, your family will still see the benefits. You could be paying higher food/gas costs, plus daycare and convenience expenses from being tired from working so much. I know you'll do great!Amandahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10540060049975721555noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4128356272633778761.post-39643105806510744362008-06-10T11:32:00.000-05:002008-06-10T11:32:00.000-05:00I am a coupon clipper to the max. I also check sal...I am a coupon clipper to the max. I also check sales out. I have been trying SO hard to be good lately. This economy SUCKS!Marmarbughttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08949355629133829262noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4128356272633778761.post-39834094751469676782008-06-10T11:26:00.000-05:002008-06-10T11:26:00.000-05:00As I think I've already mentioned, I'm jealous and...As I think I've already mentioned, I'm jealous and wish I could spend every day with my baby!<BR/><BR/>My money-saving tip? Don't go to the grocery store hungry. I know that sounds stupid, but if you have your list and you're not hungry, you won't deviate from the plan. I always end up buying stuff I don't need when I'm starved.KGhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10236206776336550381noreply@blogger.com