Prairie Eco-Thrifter
JULY 15, 2012
Well, there is in terms of initial outlay of cash from your wallet, but if food is cheap it’s not for good reason. For the most part, cheap food is bad food, and any “savings” one realizes by purchasing it quickly disappears once a little time passes. Cheap food is a myth. The same goes for our food. Condiments?
Motherhood Moments
MARCH 14, 2023
Pump Pain: 15% of people say high gas prices are worse than food inflation. Q&A with WalletHub How is the economy affecting people’s driving habits? Nearly 8 in 10 people think gas prices are too high right now, and household budgets are also feeling the pressure of inflation at the grocery store and even in the cost of their debt.
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Family Balance Sheet
APRIL 11, 2020
Pre-coronavirus, we didn’t think twice about shaking a stranger’s hand, using the ATM keypad, or going to the grocery store without donning a hazmat suit. Our only spending going forward will be for essentials, such as our mortgage, utilities, groceries, our Medi-Share premium , and fuel for the cars.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
MAY 22, 2012
You support the local economy when you shop locally, keeping your town, suburb or local area viable and productive. Locally produced goods have not traveled huge food miles to get to their destination, saving the use of non-renewable petroleum which creates pollution to the natural environment.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
DECEMBER 6, 2012
Your needs are crucial, and include things like food, water, clothes, transportation, etc. Cut coupons, go grocery shopping when your items are on sale, and you will save money. Rather, you are looking to cut the cost of your grocery bill. Separate Your Wants From Your Needs. Many, if not most people have trouble doing this.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
FEBRUARY 3, 2013
For several years, the US has been printing up currency to bolster the economy. A time may come when our ‘just in time’ food transport system breaks down, stopping the flow of fresh fruits and vegetables to northern climates in the winter and causing runs on remaining stock in grocery stores.
Prairie Eco-Thrifter
AUGUST 19, 2013
With the economy of the last few years, it is often more necessity (than spoiling) for grandparents to help supply living expenses for grandchildren. Providing babysitting, funding for special projects or education and buying special treats makes us feel that we might have some influence. Our kids need the help. It’s just fun!
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