Tips For Saving On Your Food Budget

[Debsi]

Originally Posted by kelsie

Thank you Debsi, you are right. I just think everyone lives down here in the South, my blonde is showing.:

I made the same mistake once on a different thread, and I'm a dark chocolate brunette!

[mikenbacismama]

Originally Posted by LaceyEx

When there are two of you-like we are-it's easier to cut back and conserve but when you have children/family in the mix it's a different story. Our daughter has 6 children ages 8 to 17 and their food bill is outrageous. Add that to gas prices and running kids to extra-curricular activities and it's painful.

All I can say is:

OUCH!

I count my blessings that I only have one child to feed. Unforunately, he doesn't like anything I make!

[teatime]

Originally Posted by InLondon

Gas in America is still cheaper than in Europe where it's nearly double what we pay.

Yeah, but Europe has WONDERFUL public transportation. They make it inexpensive and convenient NOT to drive your car. In London (LOL, the original one), the mayor instituted a "congestion fee" that people have to pay if they drive in the city. It's working so well at cutting down traffic that NYC is considering it, too.

[pennylove76]

Wow, thank youf ro the tip on the basil. I will also try to do the rosemary. I am a self described "foodie" and I love using the fresh herbs and vegetables. However, it can be so expensive because they go bad so quickly. So I will definitely try your ideals. I also have a single tomato plant growing courtesy of my 2 year old's day at a children's garden. So who knows, maybe I will have some tomatoes also.