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                        <title>RE: Let’s Go Shopping v.2</title>
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                        <pubDate>Wed, 15 Jun 2022 16:58:29 +0000</pubDate>
                        <description><![CDATA[Geri,

I am with you, having given up buying bacon in the store, 4 months ago. I went to an old time butcher shop that gets local beef, pork, turkey, and chicken. I loaded up the deep freeze...]]></description>
                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Geri,

I am with you, having given up buying bacon in the store, 4 months ago. I went to an old time butcher shop that gets local beef, pork, turkey, and chicken. I loaded up the deep freeze several months ago and use the joys sparingly. I have not bought meat in 4 months now and wont again is my prayer, as we will fly soon, my stache should hold me. If not, I move to the dehydrated stuff. Don’t get me wrong, I still go to the store but it is to buy minimal food stuff, my garden is in full swing so fruits are purchased, albeit, sparingly. One thing that has not gone up in price is white rice, dry beans, and lentils. So I set about to create spare food jars (the ones used for canning - wide mouth - I had a bunch) of 5 bean and lentil soup mixes. I placed the spices, dry bone broth, and dehydrated carrots and onions into the jars on top of the beans or lentil jars ready to go, for whoever finds them or my family if we decide to have a pot of bean soup or lentil soup, if we have meat it can be added, if not, we still eat healthy.

We were told this was coming, I guess I took them seriously and prepared for it. The only thing I have to buy now is Almond milk, the occasional egg, some fruits and the gas to get to work (that is a bummer in itself).

Like most, I am just ready to fly :prayer-hands: May it be today Abba!]]></content:encoded>
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                        <title>RE: Let’s Go Shopping v.2</title>
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                        <pubDate>Wed, 15 Jun 2022 16:38:28 +0000</pubDate>
                        <description><![CDATA[heading to local grocery now...have a limited amount can spend this time cuz we&#039;ve been trying to get stuff while we can and stay ahead of things lately and been spending so much more  &amp;...]]></description>
                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[heading to local grocery now...have a limited amount can spend this time cuz we've been trying to get stuff while we can and stay ahead of things lately and been spending so much more  &amp; more often than we normally do...i try not to think too much about it, but often over past year really, i find myself feeling almost depressed when grocery shopping even though God is still providing abundantly for us- it's just scary...i do wonder how some people are making ends meet...hubby &amp; i both know 20 yrs ago if this had happened we (in our separate lives- didn't know each other yet) couldn't have afforded enough food and gas etc. cuz barely could without major inflation...i hate it for people who don't know the Lord- how hopeless and terrified they must be these days....i pray they will be drawn to Him by His Spirit and they will find hope in Him and eternity with the One Who loves them and is the giver of all that is truly good....let's keep the lost and each other in prayers- these are difficult days for all people in all different ways- seems to be escalating...hope we are soon elevating outta here!]]></content:encoded>
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                        <title>RE: Let’s Go Shopping v.2</title>
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                        <pubDate>Wed, 15 Jun 2022 10:07:50 +0000</pubDate>
                        <description><![CDATA[Bumping this thread again …

Yesterday I was craving a BLT sandwich and went to the store to buy some bacon … forget it … the cheapest price now is $9.99 for a package of bacon … doesn’t mat...]]></description>
                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Bumping this thread again …

Yesterday I was craving a BLT sandwich and went to the store to buy some bacon … forget it … the cheapest price now is $9.99 for a package of bacon … doesn’t matter what brand .. all holding steady at that ridiculous price.  I was just imagining if I did pay that price and then if I needed iceberg lettuce that would have been $3.00 for 1 head… and the tomatoes “on sale” were Roma @ $1.77 a lb.  So add all this up = $15.00 and I didn’t include the bread yet.  Add $6.00 easy for a small loaf of fresh Italian bread from their bakery dept = $21.00 for 1 sandwich … and this is without mayo. B-)   A bottle of Hellmann’s Olive Oil Mayo is not priced at $7.00 … so add that in … it would be $28.00 for a BLT sandwich. 😳

I notice a package of Chicken legs is still reasonable … only went up 10 cents from 2 weeks ago but Chicken breasts are now untouchable … and red meat is thru the roof.  Hamburger meat is still within reach … the package that has more fat 80% lean is about $5.80 for 1.25 lbs.  and the 85% lean or high is $8.50 for 1.25 lbs.

I walked down the frozen pizza section … pizza used to be a “cheap meal” .. not any more … varies from store brand @ $7.99 to popular brand @ $12.99 per box.😳   I might as well order at a real pizzeria.

I ended up getting American Cheese already sliced in the deli refrigerated section for $5.80 a package and bought the Roma tomatoes and made Grilled Cheese with Tomato for dinner.  I really wanted some Roast Beef but the deli was closed and the pre-sliced packages were too much @ $19.00 for a package.

Other than Bananas … all the fruits and most veggies are untouchable in this store.  A small seedless watermelon is now $8.00 and the larger ones are $12.00.   I’m amazed as I see other shoppers filling up their carts with expensive products and not batting an eyelash at the increase prices and smaller packaging.  At the check out they must be paying close to $800 or more easy.

I also noticed the one section of the store that used to be jammed packed with items and had that claustrophobic  feel with the narrow passage way … has been rearranged  … they moved the display cabinets around … spaced everything out … even put down new fake wood plank flooring overnight … you can literally skateboard and/or ride your bikes and do figure 8’s  in between each display cabinets … its that open.  I’m still trying to figure out “what disappeared”? :scratch:    The bakery dept is in the back but if you want their fresh bread you have to now walk a loooooong ways to where they display the bread now.  Perhaps this is their trick to not alarm the customer that their really is a famine coming by spacing and spreading items out? :unsure:]]></content:encoded>
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                        <title>RE: Let’s Go Shopping v.2</title>
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                        <pubDate>Mon, 07 Mar 2022 00:23:55 +0000</pubDate>
                        <description><![CDATA[I bought some ground beef a couple of days ago and it was up 25% since the last time I bought some probably a couple of months ago.

Here&#039;s an article about food price inflation...]]></description>
                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[I bought some ground beef a couple of days ago and it was up 25% since the last time I bought some probably a couple of months ago.

Here's an article about food price inflation...

https://www.reuters.com/world/food-prices-hit-record-high-february-un-agency-says-2022-03-04/?taid=62237c2407024b0001560037]]></content:encoded>
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                        <title>RE: Let’s Go Shopping v.2</title>
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                        <pubDate>Wed, 02 Mar 2022 21:05:34 +0000</pubDate>
                        <description><![CDATA[The story behind Listerine.
Before it was ever used for a mouthwash, Listerine was used as an antiseptic to prevent surgical infections. It was named after Joseph Lister, a pioneer of antise...]]></description>
                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[<strong>The story behind Listerine.</strong>
Before it was ever used for a mouthwash, Listerine was used as an antiseptic to prevent surgical infections. It was named after Joseph Lister, a pioneer of antiseptic surgery who used it in surgeries in the late 1800s. Since then, Listerine has become the most well-known mouthwash on the market today.

<strong>9 Ways to use Listerine besides mouthwash.</strong>
Note: Do not use any mouthwash with sugars or artificial sweeteners for any of the following uses. If using Listerine, you will need to use the original brown version.

<em>Soak your feet. </em>Try this famous Listerine vinegar foot soak recipe to get feet soft and sandal ready. No need to buy expensive products when natural ingredients you have on hand will do the trick.

<em>Cleanse your face.</em> Antiseptic mouth wash makes a wonderful astringent. Apply to a clean face with a cotton ball and rinse with warm water~followed by a splash of cold water. Your face will feel fresh and tingly and look clean and refreshed!

<em>Cure underarm odor.</em> Regular deodorant only masks the underarm odor with a heavy perfume smell, but antiseptic mouthwash can eliminate the bacteria that causes the odor. Apply to armpits with a cotton ball, preferably to armpits that are not freshly shaven (it might sting).

<em>Get rid of dandruff.</em> To treat a bad case of dandruff, wash your hair with regular shampoo, then rinse with an alcohol-based antiseptic mouthwash. Follow with your regular conditioner.

<em>Treat athlete’s foot.</em> Antiseptic mouthwash might be all you need to treat mild athlete’s foot or toenail fungus. Use a cotton ball soaked in mouthwash to apply to the affected area several times a day. Athlete’s foot should respond after a few days; toenail fungus may take several months. If you don’t see a response by then, make an appointment with a dermatologist.

<em>Disinfect a cut.</em> For small cuts or wounds, you can use Listerine to disinfect your skin. Before it became a mouthwash, original Listerine was successfully used as an antiseptic to prevent surgical infections.

<em>Add to wash cycle.</em> Smelly socks and underwear are often laden with bacteria and fungi that may not all come out in a regular wash. Add a cup of antiseptic mouthwash to the wash cycle, and you just might solve the problem.

<em>Clean the toilet.</em> If you run out of regular toilet bowl cleaner, try pouring 1/4 cup antiseptic mouthwash into the bowl. Let it sit for 1/2 hour, then swish with a toilet brush before flushing. The mouthwash will disinfect germs and leave the toilet bowl sparkling and clean.

<em>Clean computer monitor or TV screen</em>. :unsure: Antiseptic mouthwash will work as well as or better than glass cleaner. Apply with a damp, soft cloth, and buff dry. (Do not use this on liquid crystal displays, as the alcohol can damage LCDs.)

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                        <title>RE: Let’s Go Shopping v.2</title>
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                        <pubDate>Wed, 02 Mar 2022 20:02:07 +0000</pubDate>
                        <description><![CDATA[I knew I stocked up on Listerine for a reason :wacko:  Seriously, I must have 4 to 6 large bottles! So when those killer mosquitos come in, the folks that find our stuff will at least have a...]]></description>
                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[I knew I stocked up on Listerine for a reason :wacko:  Seriously, I must have 4 to 6 large bottles! So when those killer mosquitos come in, the folks that find our stuff will at least have a fighting chance, maybe :unsure:]]></content:encoded>
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                        <title>RE: Let’s Go Shopping v.2</title>
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                        <pubDate>Wed, 02 Mar 2022 19:07:12 +0000</pubDate>
                        <description><![CDATA[Avon Skin So Soft in spray keeps mosquitos away. I&#039;ve used it for years...but...listerine may just kill them outright! :mdrmdr:]]></description>
                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Avon Skin So Soft in spray keeps mosquitos away. I've used it for years...but...listerine may just kill them outright! :mdrmdr:]]></content:encoded>
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                        <title>RE: Let’s Go Shopping v.2</title>
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                        <pubDate>Wed, 02 Mar 2022 18:22:42 +0000</pubDate>
                        <description><![CDATA[Looks like there is another use for Listerine B-)



- Fair Use -]]></description>
                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Looks like there is another use for Listerine B-)

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- Fair Use -]]></content:encoded>
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                        <title>RE: Let’s Go Shopping v.2</title>
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                        <pubDate>Wed, 02 Mar 2022 12:25:54 +0000</pubDate>
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                        <title>RE: Let’s Go Shopping v.2</title>
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                        <pubDate>Wed, 02 Mar 2022 09:44:53 +0000</pubDate>
                        <description><![CDATA[....or just brush with mouthwash on your toothbrush. I’ve done that in addition to using toothpaste. Listerine makes a toothpaste with its mouthwash mixed in. The Listerine kills the bacteri...]]></description>
                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[....or just brush with mouthwash on your toothbrush. I’ve done that in addition to using toothpaste. Listerine makes a toothpaste with its mouthwash mixed in. The Listerine kills the bacteria. I dip a dental pick (the soft bristle brush pick) in Listerine and clean between my back teeth. My dentist noticed a marked improvement in my gum health because of it so the mouthwash it a big component in my dental care. ?]]></content:encoded>
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