I hear you on the shoe thing. I’m 33 and because I wore cheap shoes most of my life I’m now paying the price. Even with proper shoes now I’m in so much pain by the end of the day. I also worked physically demanding jobs in my 20s and sometimes poor conditions which also contributed to my foot health problems. Taking care of our health is so important.
During pre Christmas sales, I buy things I need for my home. If I need new cookie sheets, kitchen towels, kitchen gadgets, sheets, etc at a good discount.
I cannot believe the horrendous quality and ungodly price of furniture. I agree. Go to consignment or thrift or second hand stores. I found a beautiful cherry wood Chest. It takes longer but so worth it.
I have been looking for quality clothing items now too. I cook often for the two of us in our toaster oven. I use our full size oven only a couple of times a month and only if I batch. I buy three pairs of walking shoes at a time because I average at least 125 miles a month, they might only last me 18 months,but my feet thank me! Great job!
Most health care facilities in my area will not allow staff to wear croc’s. Many on the job trips, falls, ankle twists and plantar fasciitis led to this stance.
We also learned buy a good quality recliner and when needed take to an upholstery company at a fraction of the cost. We have recliners we have done this over and over!😊
Once my dryer quit working about 18 years ago, I discovered I don't need one. I line dry everything and it saves wear and tear on clothes and a plus is that a stain you miss will not get set in by the dryer. And it saves on electricity. A note, you have reusable misspelled in the captioning in pink.
Dollar tree has reusable bags! Thrift, shop ALDIs, Lidls, Walmart, Dollar tree, Dollar General, Ollie’s, and any Scratch and dent stores. I save so much every year. Love your tips ❤
Something I do is to buy good quality pants for my boys in October when the weather starts to turn. They wear them all winter and come spring the knees are worn- so I turn them into shorts for the summer. We have mild winters here in southern Nevada so the fabric of the pants works for both winter and summer. And I’ve more recently discovered the amazing deals on meats at Smiths (Kroger’s), so now that’s where we shop for chunks of meat. At home I separate the chunk into smaller bags & freeze them. If there’s a bone in the meat, I boil it with leftover veggie bits I keep in the freezer so we have broth, getting one more meal out of it. Sometimes we use that broth to cook rice, adding nutrients to the rice.
I bought these $3 clearance red tennis shoes from Walmart 3 years ago. Omg ! They are the most comfy shoes I’ve ever worn. I use them while power walking on my treadmill and walking outside. They’re still holding together. Now I wish I bought 2-3 more pairs at the time. But my favorite non tennis shoes that are super comfy are Clark’s and Borns. Worth the price
My family decided a few years ago that the children had enough toys etc and that they would rather I bought an experience each year. For several years now I have funded the yearly pantomime followed by a meal out. There will be 10 of us this year at the local theatre and next year I am hoping it will be a London west end theatre trip if I can save enough pennies.
I have to laugh about your first suggestion- a woollen coat. I purchased a lovely woollen coat for $120 AUS, which was expensive in the day. That was 40 years ago. It is still lovely, but when I wore it on a particularly cold day two weeks ago, I thought maybe it was time to splurge on a new coat.
I got a Lands’ End puffer coat last winter in clearance after the holidays..I knew I was moving to a colder climate so I planned in advance. You’re right, I will have this coat for the rest of my life. Buy quality when you can!
I’ve been investing in my health ! I have a big veggie garden every summer and I freeze most extra things. Pay the FARMacy now or pay the PHARMacy later 😮😢
I love y IP! I use it all the time!! Also my dehydrator. I also buy 2 pairs of shes and switch back n forth. I learned this as a nurse being on my feet all day! I loove books. I buy, share with friends then donate to town library!
I buy books at my library book sale and then pass them on to our food pantry. It's a great feeling to pass on the books to people who will love them as much as we did!
Silicone cupcake cups, all manicure supplies, larger size pump shampoo & this yr splurged on BF switched out our room heaters to smart ceramic heaters that oscillate and have a nightlight. Paired w a smart Hydrometer/thermostat , put them on a schedule. So much better than fans that blow air, saving tons $$ don't have to adjust them to maintain temp and Hydrometer connects w heater to see trends/how much money or Kw's saved! Loved them so much got smart xmas tree lights!
I bought a Henredon sectional sofa with down cushions from an older couple who were downsizing. It is so comfortable and well made. I may never have to buy another one.
I use the library to avoid buying bioks. I also read a lot of free Kindle and Nook bioks. I do buy ebooks, but only those which are fairly inexpensive. You can also borrow DVDs and CDx.
I am definitely with you on the shoes. I learned the hard way! I buy loss leader food to save money. I didn't need a ham or turkey for Thanksgiving but took advantage of it. I live alone and have a chest freezer so other than hurricane season, I stock up. My niece and her family are coming into town this weekend for her dad's funeral and she was relieved not to have to worry about food. They are staying with me and I cooked 3 meals tonight from my freezer plus defrosted that ham for sandwiches whenever someone gets hungry during the day. I also batch cook and portion the meals for myself (lunch & dinners) as well as bringing a few meals to my dad when I see him a couple of times a month. Believe it or not, I've used a knock off pressure cooker for years with no issues but recently scored an almost new Instapot at Goodwill for $20!
Good quality shoes are an excellent idea, however while you are perusing the Crocs offerings, take a look in the mirror and be honest about what you see. Is your back killing you? Good shoes will help but losing those extra pounds will go a long way. Walking on level ground exerts 1 1/2 times your weight in pressure on your knees. So if you are 200 lbs your knees are getting 300#’s of pressure. Walking on an incline is beneficial in some ways but it also increases the pressure on your knees. My source didn’t include that. Going up and down stairs? 2-3X your weight in pressure so 200#’s? 400-600 lbs of pressure! Feeling the pain yet? When you squat to tie shoes or stoop down to pick something up ? 4-5X your weight in pressure. So 800-1000 lbs. There are dogs that have that much pressure in their bite!! So yeah, good shoes. But good bye to extra weight will do a whole lot more! And your knees will thank you. Especially when you don’t have to have a knee replacement.
Early in the year is a really good time for charity shops, as people donate items that were replaced, or unwanted. I always buy my crackers and cards in January, too.
Both of my coats are vintage and classic with no tears and little wear. One of them my MIL was throwing away… the other I got in a thrift store for ten dollars. We opted, instead of a bunch of Christmas gifts, anniversary gifts, and birthday gifts for the two of us… a trip to Washington DC this summer. We are empty nesters so when my oven broke on thanksgiving and I had to improvise cooking an entire thanksgiving dinner for 13 people and managed to do it, I realized that I can do the same for two with just my toaster oven/air fryer, roaster, and crock pot… so the oven hasn’t been replaced yet. I do show second hand for clothes, but I buy shoes new… bad experience once with thrifted shoes, but I buy quality shoes that last and I get them on sale and I stick with basic colors that will go with my capsule wardrobe.. which is my tip. I have three capsule wardrobes… spring/summer, fall, and then I add sweaters and such for winter. I only replace what it work out and everything matches everything so it gets worn. I do not have a bunch of clothing
Consider furniture covers to protect furniture. Duvets are easier to wash than comforters and the sleeping bag I use in the winters. Mattress toppers can make an old futon, bed much more comfy. Plastic mattress covers to protect from dist embedding. Solutions to stretch out the furniture and bedding department.
I got a great deal on a high quality white couch at a garage sale 20 yrs ago. ($15!) Didn't even think about how messy my dog and I get! I keep it neatly covered in off white 'velvet' blankets...the cheap $10-15 ones. EZ to wash the blankets ever 10 days-2 weeks. Always looks pristine. Same sale. I got a huge off white dresser for $5 and a nice side chair. I now shop almost exclusively at garage sales or FB marketplace.
We (nurses) can't wear crocs in hospital. Only closed toe, closed heel shoes are allowed. I like Asics as they can take a beating and have good support. Mine last over a year between three 12 hour shifts in a hospital on a busy + working out for an hour five days a week.
My husband is a nurse and keeps two pairs of Asics that he alternates with his scrubs every day. When they get too run down, they become outdoor work shoes.
High quality footwear is a must in our house, even for footwear worn in the house. My son bought me really good "orthopedic" slippers two years ago for Christmas ... they have wonderful arch support, are warm and are a long ways from being worn out. In the spring, for my birthday he bought me a pair of Adidas slides; they also have a really good arch support and will last a long. For yard work I wear Crocs ... perfect! My feet, knees and back are happy!
try staycations! Are there museums or places unique to your community? Is there a college or university that performs plays that are off broadway for a fraction of the cost of a broadway play?
Body wash is very expensive right now. My kid love bubble baths. I found Arm and Hammer 22 oz soap for under $1.80 in grocery store that bubbles better than BB. I empty the shelf every time.
Your tree is so cute I love the decorations! I do everything except for the travel...don't like traveling now at all, I much prefer the home base. Love my instant pot best kitchen item next to the crockpot...and small freezer I have ever had! You are looking very beautiful in the red Sara great color for you : ) those silicone molds seem like a very good idea I may invest in those.
Thank you for good content! I use my airfryer to cook whole chicken in. It is awesome! So many great ideas here! I do agree with much of what you posted. I like my Tupperware containers and use them daily. Saves on waste.
I thrift shop , do buy nothing, and shop 4 groceries stores a week. A personal trainer is my only luxury. Its my gift to self. I ❤❤❤❤❤ LOVE your content. And i have a special needs child too who is now a grown up. Hugs
Last summer I replaced my water heater & furnace with an on-demand natural gas boiler. My house had a 90 year old boiler original to the house and it worked GREAT and most likely would’ve kept working to infinity. However, I was finally convinced to replace it and my monthly heating bill is literally half of what it was. It WAS expensive, but it is paying for itself much faster than I expected.
Speaking of preserving furniture, you know those lace doilies our grandmothers put on the backs of chairs? They’re called antimacassars. Gentlemen during the late 19th century wore a hair oil called Macassar. These lovely pieces of lace protected the upholstery from the oil (not to mention infrequently washed dirty hair).
I love your comment on experiences. Taking a short weekend trip for Christmas with family, Or a nice dinner and a movie. Kids will remember those experiences with family far more than that item.
Its the Instant Pot brand. I got the air fryer attachement on Amazon but I couldn't find it so I added another with good reviews to my Amazon store. Link in desscription.
I found mine on Amazon but I couldn't find it when I was just there. I did find a different brand with good reviews so I put it in my Amazon store. Link in description.
Thank you for this! I'm currently investing a LOT of time and some money into my health. Amazing how many people think that it's not a wise expenditure... but I feel so much better!
Same. We cut out the chips and sodas and cookies and crackers and all that late night snacky stuff that is so bad for our health. Did that 4 years ago. I’m down 30 pounds. I do want to lose another 15 but I feel SOOO much better and I don’t get sick and I sleep better and my food budget is less too !
I save the meat broth... freeze.. and add to different soups. I add the broth to the same container until it's full. Make sure it is cold when you add.
Two people in our household. I do almost all of our cooking in the Instant Pot or in our countertop oven. I freeze portions in silicone Easter egg molds I found on markdown.
I had to laugh when you pulled out the Crocks. That is exactly what I wear around the house all day to help my back. I. also like focusing my funds on travel and things for my home. My husband and I agree on that, but I would be more adventurous than he with the kind of places that I would go to. My family, friends and I stopped exchanging gifts long ago. So much less stressful.
I love shopping at Aldi’s and bulk shopping. My whole house is full of quality furniture that has endured over 15 years and still going. Practically look and feel like new. Even older pieces from 40+ years ago. I should go ahead and invest in Crocs now. 🤔
When my grandchildren were born. I started education funds for them. Instead of buying them “things” I’m helping to pay for future education. I buy small gifts at Christmas and birthdays.
I add rice, vegetables and/or potatoes to meals to stretch groceries out. Don't bother turning on lights for rooms I only enter for less than 5 minutes instead I keep the curtains open. Unplug appliances not in use from wall socket.
I hand wash all of my clothes and invested in a spin dryer. I live in an apartment. The cost of washing and drying clothes downstairs is ridiculous and nine times out of ten, there was a residue left on my clothes. They actually get cleaner now and with the spin dryer they dry in just a few hours.
Anyone have ideas about bath towels? There just are none at thrift shops and yard sales where I live. I don't want to buy new ones. What could I repurpose ?
I bought these things at IKEA called Turkish bath towels for camping because they are super thin and dry fast. Why would you need a terry cloth fabric? You could use anything to dry off with. Mens flannel shirts sewn together in big swares like a quilt (just using the backs) might work. Or womens terry cloth bath robes.
@@saraconklinfrozenpennies There's no Ikea around me. But I like the flannel shirt idea and bathrobes I might find in thrift shops and yard sales! Most of my towels are remnants, literally, from my wedding 46 years ago!
I've never lived w/o a toaster oven any time I had electricity. If I use the big oven, I load it UP! I'm the same about disposable products or prepared foods.
Most times I find all I need at the thrift store. Occasionally I’ll buy a better coat or pair of shoes new tho. Found me a really cool, long red wool CK coat at Burlington for $65. I love it. Makes me feel like Red Riding Hood (it has an attached hood). 😂😂 Shoes are hit or miss tho while “scavenging.” Sometimes I get lucky. Sometimes I don’t. lol. Got lucky recently with a good pair of Nike running shoes and some Sorel boots. In good shape and just my size. Ha ha. “Expert?” Idk. I do a lot of these and I agree. I would put myself in the “not too shabby” category perhaps. Lol. I think I DO at least have a pretty good built in “deal sensor” tho.
I would love to download your free budget planner. I have tried multiple times but it will not show in my email. I have checked spam and nothing from your site:(. I do love watching your videos, you have given wonderful, thought provoking advice.
My chiropractor told me about Allbirds sneakers. They can be expensive but buy on sale. They keep my back from hurting and less visits to the chiropractor. Lol
Was looking for your mailing address….wanted to send you a card. Thanks Sara, I am so guilty…..the word sale, gets me. I have to calm down……,,I will be returning PJ’s as I found some from WM. I am a mess……..but you have revealed many things to me. Thanks.
I'm a single, do not own a toaster oven. Instead, I have a table top oven with a rotiserie function, a 2 pd roast, will last me a long time. Tend to use it more in the summer, cook once, eat cold when it is too hot. It is deep enough for a small pizza, Walmart.
Do a electronic and appliance review. I need a security system or a good baby monitor with the monitor that is easy to see on my tablet. Also need a good tablet. I am not that computer smart.
I bought a new instapot mini 7 years ago at a scratch and dent store. Best buy ever 😂 I did buy a family member an off brand aldi pot and that one is going 6 months later
Ya know what? You are absolutely right. I was tired while editing this and I made a few mistakes. I am a one person business and its all me doing all the things. Thanks for the feedback. This statement sounded rude but I'm sure it wasn't meant to be so. Also, FYI - spell check doesn't work in editing software.
@@KerryJames-l6z Here's my thought on being offended (and it's an interesting take). Most of the time, we can't hear the person when words are typed, so we only hear them in our heads. This allows us to make up the tone to suit our mood. it might sound rude to us but maybe it's not intended to be. The benefit of the doubt! And also, I don't get offended - I refuse to give anyone that much control over what I'm feeling. There will be no mean-spirited comments allowed - that is very different. This person is not wrong. I found 2 errors - I need to double- or triple-check these. I appreciate you coming to my defense more than you know - so thank you for that.
One of the things I kept when my husband died was his winter coat. It fits me and is a better coat than the one I had, as well as being warmer.
Love this ❤️
@@CraigDavison-pr6cp better than last week.
Grieving also.
Smart😅
I hear you on the shoe thing. I’m 33 and because I wore cheap shoes most of my life I’m now paying the price. Even with proper shoes now I’m in so much pain by the end of the day. I also worked physically demanding jobs in my 20s and sometimes poor conditions which also contributed to my foot health problems. Taking care of our health is so important.
During pre Christmas sales, I buy things I need for my home. If I need new cookie sheets, kitchen towels, kitchen gadgets, sheets, etc at a good discount.
I cannot believe the horrendous quality and ungodly price of furniture. I agree. Go to consignment or thrift or second hand stores. I found a beautiful cherry wood Chest. It takes longer but so worth it.
I have been looking for quality clothing items now too. I cook often for the two of us in our toaster oven. I use our full size oven only a couple of times a month and only if I batch. I buy three pairs of walking shoes at a time because I average at least 125 miles a month, they might only last me 18 months,but my feet thank me! Great job!
For shoes, medical professionals usually wear Danskos or Sanitas.
Most health care facilities in my area will not allow staff to wear croc’s. Many on the job trips, falls, ankle twists and plantar fasciitis led to this stance.
We also learned buy a good quality recliner and when needed take to an upholstery company at a fraction of the cost. We have recliners we have done this over and over!😊
Once my dryer quit working about 18 years ago, I discovered I don't need one. I line dry everything and it saves wear and tear on clothes and a plus is that a stain you miss will not get set in by the dryer. And it saves on electricity. A note, you have reusable misspelled in the captioning in pink.
Dollar tree has reusable bags! Thrift, shop ALDIs, Lidls, Walmart, Dollar tree, Dollar General, Ollie’s, and any Scratch and dent stores. I save so much every year. Love your tips ❤
Something I do is to buy good quality pants for my boys in October when the weather starts to turn. They wear them all winter and come spring the knees are worn- so I turn them into shorts for the summer. We have mild winters here in southern Nevada so the fabric of the pants works for both winter and summer.
And I’ve more recently discovered the amazing deals on meats at Smiths (Kroger’s), so now that’s where we shop for chunks of meat. At home I separate the chunk into smaller bags & freeze them. If there’s a bone in the meat, I boil it with leftover veggie bits I keep in the freezer so we have broth, getting one more meal out of it.
Sometimes we use that broth to cook rice, adding nutrients to the rice.
I bought these $3 clearance red tennis shoes from Walmart 3 years ago. Omg ! They are the most comfy shoes I’ve ever worn. I use them while power walking on my treadmill and walking outside. They’re still holding together. Now I wish I bought 2-3 more pairs at the time.
But my favorite non tennis shoes that are super comfy are Clark’s and Borns. Worth the price
My family decided a few years ago that the children had enough toys etc and that they would rather I bought an experience each year. For several years now I have funded the yearly pantomime followed by a meal out. There will be 10 of us this year at the local theatre and next year I am hoping it will be a London west end theatre trip if I can save enough pennies.
Gosh I love this so much!
Your suggestions are great for frugal men too.
I have to laugh about your first suggestion- a woollen coat. I purchased a lovely woollen coat for $120 AUS, which was expensive in the day. That was 40 years ago. It is still lovely, but when I wore it on a particularly cold day two weeks ago, I thought maybe it was time to splurge on a new coat.
I love my air fryer lid, too. No one else seems to know it exists. I made pumpkin doughnuts for my grandkids last week with it & they lived them.
Oh my gosh!! Donuts? Brilliant!
I got a Lands’ End puffer coat last winter in clearance after the holidays..I knew I was moving to a colder climate so I planned in advance. You’re right, I will have this coat for the rest of my life. Buy quality when you can!
I’ve been investing in my health ! I have a big veggie garden every summer and I freeze most extra things.
Pay the FARMacy now or pay the PHARMacy later 😮😢
I love y IP! I use it all the time!! Also my dehydrator. I also buy 2 pairs of shes and switch back n forth. I learned this as a nurse being on my feet all day!
I loove books. I buy, share with friends then donate to town library!
I buy books at my library book sale and then pass them on to our food pantry. It's a great feeling to pass on the books to people who will love them as much as we did!
Silicone cupcake cups, all manicure supplies, larger size pump shampoo & this yr splurged on BF switched out our room heaters to smart ceramic heaters that oscillate and have a nightlight. Paired w a smart Hydrometer/thermostat , put them on a schedule. So much better than fans that blow air, saving tons $$ don't have to adjust them to maintain temp and Hydrometer connects w heater to see trends/how much money or Kw's saved! Loved them so much got smart xmas tree lights!
I bought a Henredon sectional sofa with down cushions from an older couple who were downsizing. It is so comfortable and well made. I may never have to buy another one.
I use the library to avoid buying bioks. I also read a lot of free Kindle and Nook bioks. I do buy ebooks, but only those which are fairly inexpensive. You can also borrow DVDs and CDx.
Me too
Buy good quality over quantity.
Mattress, cookware, cutlery,shoes,winter clothes,tools, cleaning supplies, hygiene products.
I am definitely with you on the shoes. I learned the hard way! I buy loss leader food to save money. I didn't need a ham or turkey for Thanksgiving but took advantage of it. I live alone and have a chest freezer so other than hurricane season, I stock up. My niece and her family are coming into town this weekend for her dad's funeral and she was relieved not to have to worry about food. They are staying with me and I cooked 3 meals tonight from my freezer plus defrosted that ham for sandwiches whenever someone gets hungry during the day. I also batch cook and portion the meals for myself (lunch & dinners) as well as bringing a few meals to my dad when I see him a couple of times a month. Believe it or not, I've used a knock off pressure cooker for years with no issues but recently scored an almost new Instapot at Goodwill for $20!
What a great find!!
Good quality shoes are an excellent idea, however while you are perusing the Crocs offerings, take a look in the mirror and be honest about what you see. Is your back killing you? Good shoes will help but losing those extra pounds will go a long way.
Walking on level ground exerts 1 1/2 times your weight in pressure on your knees. So if you are 200 lbs your knees are getting 300#’s of pressure. Walking on an incline is beneficial in some ways but it also increases the pressure on your knees. My source didn’t include that. Going up and down stairs? 2-3X your weight in pressure so 200#’s? 400-600 lbs of pressure! Feeling the pain yet? When you squat to tie shoes or stoop down to pick something up ? 4-5X your weight in pressure. So 800-1000 lbs. There are dogs that have that much pressure in their bite!! So yeah, good shoes. But good bye to extra weight will do a whole lot more! And your knees will thank you. Especially when you don’t have to have a knee replacement.
Saves tons of money, too! Think how much u can save when u don't eat out of boredom!@@user-vm5ud4xw6n
Early in the year is a really good time for charity shops, as people donate items that were replaced, or unwanted. I always buy my crackers and cards in January, too.
You can get jars at the second hand store or garage sales for more savings
Both of my coats are vintage and classic with no tears and little wear. One of them my MIL was throwing away… the other I got in a thrift store for ten dollars. We opted, instead of a bunch of Christmas gifts, anniversary gifts, and birthday gifts for the two of us… a trip to Washington DC this summer. We are empty nesters so when my oven broke on thanksgiving and I had to improvise cooking an entire thanksgiving dinner for 13 people and managed to do it, I realized that I can do the same for two with just my toaster oven/air fryer, roaster, and crock pot… so the oven hasn’t been replaced yet. I do show second hand for clothes, but I buy shoes new… bad experience once with thrifted shoes, but I buy quality shoes that last and I get them on sale and I stick with basic colors that will go with my capsule wardrobe.. which is my tip. I have three capsule wardrobes… spring/summer, fall, and then I add sweaters and such for winter. I only replace what it work out and everything matches everything so it gets worn. I do not have a bunch of clothing
Thrift store clothing. Hands down.
Consider furniture covers to protect furniture. Duvets are easier to wash than comforters and the sleeping bag I use in the winters. Mattress toppers can make an old futon, bed much more comfy. Plastic mattress covers to protect from dist embedding.
Solutions to stretch out the furniture and bedding department.
I got a great deal on a high quality white couch at a garage sale 20 yrs ago. ($15!) Didn't even think about how messy my dog and I get! I keep it neatly covered in off white 'velvet' blankets...the cheap $10-15 ones. EZ to wash the blankets ever 10 days-2 weeks. Always looks pristine. Same sale. I got a huge off white dresser for $5 and a nice side chair. I now shop almost exclusively at garage sales or FB marketplace.
I have a classic navy wool coat. Had it for years, still in style and still classy.
I love my instant pot too! I use it everyday and it has paid for itself since it makes cooking so easy I don't feel the need to order in.
Thanks for this informative video. I'm a lover of buying quality. I want things to last longer
Great tips! I especially appreciate the Instapot air fryer lid and silicone 1 cup freezer molds. Magical!
Ditto @dawnh7224 exactly!
@@CraigDavison-pr6cp Merry Christmas!
I love your channel u have such a wonderful personality!
I must is to not waste food money out time or resources and more importantly our mental physical and spiritual health and well being❤
Whoooo! Going to Land’s End Right NoW!!!
I have an llbean coat that I bought 21 years ago. Still looks great!
We (nurses) can't wear crocs in hospital. Only closed toe, closed heel shoes are allowed. I like Asics as they can take a beating and have good support. Mine last over a year between three 12 hour shifts in a hospital on a busy + working out for an hour five days a week.
My husband is a nurse and keeps two pairs of Asics that he alternates with his scrubs every day. When they get too run down, they become outdoor work shoes.
High quality footwear is a must in our house, even for footwear worn in the house. My son bought me really good "orthopedic" slippers two years ago for Christmas ... they have wonderful arch support, are warm and are a long ways from being worn out. In the spring, for my birthday he bought me a pair of Adidas slides; they also have a really good arch support and will last a long. For yard work I wear Crocs ... perfect! My feet, knees and back are happy!
try staycations! Are there museums or places unique to your community? Is there a college or university that performs plays that are off broadway for a fraction of the cost of a broadway play?
Body wash is very expensive right now. My kid love bubble baths. I found Arm and Hammer 22 oz soap for under $1.80 in grocery store that bubbles better than BB. I empty the shelf every time.
Great idea!!!!
Good video, keep up the good work
Your tree is so cute I love the decorations! I do everything except for the travel...don't like traveling now at all, I much prefer the home base. Love my instant pot best kitchen item next to the crockpot...and small freezer I have ever had! You are looking very beautiful in the red Sara great color for you : ) those silicone molds seem like a very good idea I may invest in those.
Thanks so much! And thanks for watching!!
I love my crockpot. Use it about once a week.
Kathy B
Thank you for good content!
I use my airfryer to cook whole chicken in. It is awesome!
So many great ideas here!
I do agree with much of what you posted.
I like my Tupperware containers and use them daily.
Saves on waste.
One thing I do is use dishtowels as napkins instead of spending too much on napkins and paper towels.
Great tips!
I thrift shop , do buy nothing, and shop 4 groceries stores a week. A personal trainer is my only luxury. Its my gift to self. I ❤❤❤❤❤ LOVE your content. And i have a special needs child too who is now a grown up. Hugs
Postmark for clothes cloth napkins wool clothing to keep heating cost down
Last summer I replaced my water heater & furnace with an on-demand natural gas boiler. My house had a 90 year old boiler original to the house and it worked GREAT and most likely would’ve kept working to infinity. However, I was finally convinced to replace it and my monthly heating bill is literally half of what it was. It WAS expensive, but it is paying for itself much faster than I expected.
This was a great video, lots of common sense !😊
Love Crocs as house shoes. Plus they are washable!
YEP! Love them too!
Speaking of preserving furniture, you know those lace doilies our grandmothers put on the backs of chairs? They’re called antimacassars. Gentlemen during the late 19th century wore a hair oil called Macassar. These lovely pieces of lace protected the upholstery from the oil (not to mention infrequently washed dirty hair).
I love your comment on experiences. Taking a short weekend trip for Christmas with family, Or a nice dinner and a movie. Kids will remember those experiences with family far more than that item.
❤❤❤❤❤❤ Thank you for sharing
Can you tell me what bulk food is good to buy for a elder one person.
What brand of instapot with the air fryer topper do you have?
Its the Instant Pot brand. I got the air fryer attachement on Amazon but I couldn't find it so I added another with good reviews to my Amazon store. Link in desscription.
Great job
Air Fryer Topper ? where did you purchase
I found mine on Amazon but I couldn't find it when I was just there. I did find a different brand with good reviews so I put it in my Amazon store. Link in description.
Thank you for this! I'm currently investing a LOT of time and some money into my health. Amazing how many people think that it's not a wise expenditure... but I feel so much better!
Same. We cut out the chips and sodas and cookies and crackers and all that late night snacky stuff that is so bad for our health. Did that 4 years ago. I’m down 30 pounds. I do want to lose another 15 but I feel SOOO much better and I don’t get sick and I sleep better and my food budget is less too !
All of these are great!!
Great 👍 video. Thanks. Love 💕 and Hugs. ❤❤❤
Thank you
I save the meat broth... freeze.. and add to different soups. I add the broth to the same container until it's full. Make sure it is cold when you add.
Two people in our household. I do almost all of our cooking in the Instant Pot or in our countertop oven. I freeze portions in silicone Easter egg molds I found on markdown.
I had to laugh when you pulled out the Crocks. That is exactly what I wear around the house all day to help my back. I. also like focusing my funds on travel and things for my home. My husband and I agree on that, but I would be more adventurous than he with the kind of places that I would go to. My family, friends and I stopped exchanging gifts long ago. So much less stressful.
Love that! We might be BFFs! 😀
@frozenpennies where did you get your resealable silicone ziplock bags?
Crocs are high quality footwear??
I love shopping at Aldi’s and bulk shopping.
My whole house is full of quality furniture that has endured over 15 years and still going. Practically look and feel like new. Even older pieces from 40+ years ago.
I should go ahead and invest in Crocs now. 🤔
I love this!!!
When my grandchildren were born. I started education funds for them. Instead of buying them “things” I’m helping to pay for future education. I buy small gifts at Christmas and birthdays.
Thank you clever❤❤
Hello. New to your channel. Carol sent me over 🎄❄️☃️
Welcome!! So happy to have you!!
I totally agree
I love your channel. ❤
Thanks so much! I appreciate your kind words and thanks for watching!
I add rice, vegetables and/or potatoes to meals to stretch groceries out. Don't bother turning on lights for rooms I only enter for less than 5 minutes instead I keep the curtains open. Unplug appliances not in use from wall socket.
I hand wash all of my clothes and invested in a spin dryer. I live in an apartment. The cost of washing and drying clothes downstairs is ridiculous and nine times out of ten, there was a residue left on my clothes. They actually get cleaner now and with the spin dryer they dry in just a few hours.
Anyone have ideas about bath towels? There just are none at thrift shops and yard sales where I live. I don't want to buy new ones. What could I repurpose ?
I bought these things at IKEA called Turkish bath towels for camping because they are super thin and dry fast. Why would you need a terry cloth fabric? You could use anything to dry off with. Mens flannel shirts sewn together in big swares like a quilt (just using the backs) might work. Or womens terry cloth bath robes.
@@saraconklinfrozenpennies There's no Ikea around me. But I like the flannel shirt idea and bathrobes I might find in thrift shops and yard sales! Most of my towels are remnants, literally, from my wedding 46 years ago!
I've never lived w/o a toaster oven any time I had electricity. If I use the big oven, I load it UP! I'm the same about disposable products or prepared foods.
I agree 🎉🎉🎉
Most times I find all I need at the thrift store. Occasionally I’ll buy a better coat or pair of shoes new tho. Found me a really cool, long red wool CK coat at Burlington for $65. I love it. Makes me feel like Red Riding Hood (it has an attached hood). 😂😂
Shoes are hit or miss tho while “scavenging.” Sometimes I get lucky. Sometimes I don’t. lol. Got lucky recently with a good pair of Nike running shoes and some Sorel boots. In good shape and just my size.
Ha ha. “Expert?” Idk. I do a lot of these and I agree. I would put myself in the “not too shabby” category perhaps. Lol. I think I DO at least have a pretty good built in “deal sensor” tho.
I would love to download your free budget planner. I have tried multiple times but it will not show in my email. I have checked spam and nothing from your site:(. I do love watching your videos, you have given wonderful, thought provoking advice.
My chiropractor told me about Allbirds sneakers. They can be expensive but buy on sale. They keep my back from hurting and less visits to the chiropractor. Lol
I ran a nursing home for 18 years, and our insurance company would not insure us if any of the staff wore crocks. High slip and falls risk.
are crocs good for your feet? i always thought they were bad...
I can tell you from experience that they are good for my back! Not reall sure about feet.
Was looking for your mailing address….wanted to send you a card. Thanks Sara, I am so guilty…..the word sale, gets me. I have to calm down……,,I will be returning PJ’s as I found some from WM. I am a mess……..but you have revealed many things to me. Thanks.
Awe. Thanks so much. I appreciate that. I don't have a public mailing address but I plan on getting one in the future. Thats so kind.
I'm a single, do not own a toaster oven. Instead, I have a table top oven with a rotiserie function, a 2 pd roast, will last me a long time. Tend to use it more in the summer, cook once, eat cold when it is too hot. It is deep enough for a small pizza, Walmart.
My crocs are 15+ years old
I don’t use my dryer. Nothing beats up your clothes harder than the dryer. 😮
Still wearing my dads lands end jacket my mom bought45 years ago they are both in heaven now coat still going
Maybe it's my tablet, but this episode was very dark....could hardly see you.
Do a electronic and appliance review. I need a security system or a good baby monitor with the monitor that is easy to see on my tablet. Also need a good tablet. I am not that computer smart.
were seeing the harlem globetrotters for christmas (after christmas) got good seats. not buying zillion gifts
I invested in a good phone and watch you tube videos receive edication
Hi Kerry! Thanks for watching!
@@saraconklinfrozenpennies your very inspirational thank you
I bought a new instapot mini 7 years ago at a scratch and dent store. Best buy ever 😂
I did buy a family member an off brand aldi pot and that one is going 6 months later
Crocs are an all occasion footwear example. I have spurs, snow plows etc for my crocs. Making people smile? Can be priceless
I love this!!!
You spelled " quality wrong. LOL
Yup. I know. There are two errors in the texts. That’s what happens when I try to edit when I’m tired 😂
@@saraconklinfrozenpennies No worries !
invest in spell check, who previews your videos for you?
How rude
Ya know what? You are absolutely right. I was tired while editing this and I made a few mistakes. I am a one person business and its all me doing all the things. Thanks for the feedback. This statement sounded rude but I'm sure it wasn't meant to be so. Also, FYI - spell check doesn't work in editing software.
@@saraconklinfrozenpenniesthat's ok then as long you were not offended am glad it helped you❤❤
@@KerryJames-l6z Here's my thought on being offended (and it's an interesting take). Most of the time, we can't hear the person when words are typed, so we only hear them in our heads. This allows us to make up the tone to suit our mood. it might sound rude to us but maybe it's not intended to be. The benefit of the doubt! And also, I don't get offended - I refuse to give anyone that much control over what I'm feeling. There will be no mean-spirited comments allowed - that is very different. This person is not wrong. I found 2 errors - I need to double- or triple-check these. I appreciate you coming to my defense more than you know - so thank you for that.
@@saraconklinfrozenpennies I understand your welcome thank you for correcting me I understand all good