Coupons |
So, do I clip coupons? Yes. I started last year after noticing
how many coupons were being thrown away at the breakfast restaurant I worked
at. I noticed most of the coupons were for items I use and pay full price for, so I started collecting the coupons and used them to create a stockpile of things
like razors, toilet paper, paper towels, soap, shampoo, laundry detergent and
other cleaning products. My goal was to save up enough items to not have to buy
any of those products for at least three months in 2013. My goal was not only
successful, but I didn’t have to purchase any of those daily items for nearly six
months. I ran out of paper towels at the end of June. I still have enough soap
and razors to last for an additional three months. My goal for 2014 is to
purchase enough everyday items for the entire year. I found out the less time I
spend shopping at big box stores the fewer things I want. It’s an amazing
feeling to not have to shop for everyday items on a regular basis.
I tallied how much money I saved from newspaper inserts in 2012
and it totaled $152.41. I did purchase a few newspapers, but even that amount was less than $20 which leaves $132.41 in savings. Naysayers would
say that if I wouldn't have purchased those products in the first place, then I would
have already saved that money. I guess I could completely stop shaving my legs
and not use soap or shampoo, but then I would probably lose my job. I suppose I
could also start using the bathroom outside and use grape leaves instead of
toilet paper. There are always ways to stop spending so much money, but I do
enjoy many modern conveniences such as indoor plumbing J
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