1. Paper Towels
2. Gym Memberships
3. Pre-Prepared Foods – chopped veggies, cooked bacon, Lunchables, etc.
4. Greeting Cards
5. Instant Rice
6. Frozen Burritos
7. Ice
8. Pay-Per-View Movies
9. Bakery Items – I rarely set foot in that section of the grocery store
10. Movie Tickets
I do keep a roll of paper towels, I purchased three years ago, in my travel trailer and I take rags camping with me as well.
I have no desire to join a gym so that one is easy. A year ago I did purchase an exercise ball and a new bike pump for less than the price of a one month membership fee.
When they came out with pre-cooked bacon I nearly lost my mind. Instant rice I don’t have a need for, frozen burritos taste terrible and I have no idea what is in one, frozen water I can make myself.
Pay-per-view movies and going to the movies is just not a budget option right now. I wait for it to come out on my $8.99 Netflix plan. As a special treat I do take my girls to the $ theatre if there is something we really want to see on the big screen and we skip the snack bar.
Bakery items - well, by now I am sure you have figured out I love to bake so I’ve pretty much got that covered and for a fraction of the cost.
What do you choose not to spend your hard earned cash on?
I'm with you on a lot of these. We only go to the movies for special treats, I don't spend money on sodas, or ice unless I need a lot, like when we travel and want to fill a cooler. I do buy bakery items and paper towels, although I try to limit how many we use.
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ReplyDeleteI don't buy any scented air refreshers. My husband hates them and is somewhat allergic to them, so I just rely on fresh air from opened windows, candles, and simmering spices on the stove.
I don't buy spray cleaners. I use vinegar diluted with water.
I don't buy mayo - I make it.
I don't buy plastic bags. I wash and reuse any that come into my house until they have holes in them. We use real containers whenever possible. I freeze in canning jars or containers, not freezer bags.
I adore books, but I rarely buy them. I borrow books from the library or a friend. I try to keep our "things" to a minimum and this is one way I do it.
I don't buy canned beans, only dried. I cook them myself, often in the crockpot, and freeze them. Cheaper and healthier.
I buy #1 (4 kids! lol!) and #10! But a lot of times we save points from our debit card for free movie passes! :)
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