Living Frugal and Loving It

I'm a frugal mom originally from Oklahoma who was recently brought to the desert (Las Vegas, to be exact)by her wonderful husband. In Oklahoma, I taught many friends and family members the ins and outs of using coupons, playing the drug store game, and being frugal in general. And then we moved. To Las Vegas. Where I know nothing about any of the above. Join me as I learn my way around a new city, new stores and deals, and new adventures. This should be fun!

Tuesday, March 4, 2008

Target & Walgreens

Target & Walgreens shopping this week did not go as well as planned. Actually I think I just didn't plan very well. I saved more than 50% at both stores but this brings me to the big question. Would I have bought those things if they weren't a great deal? No. Would I have saved more if I had bought nothing? Yes. CVS is great b/c I can get out of there for a few dollars. I think I will be sticking to it unless I can get something free somewhere else. As Dave Ramsey says it's only saving if you buy things you were already going to buy. On the other hand, I am creating an emergency fund in my pantry. Justification. I know, that won't grow wealth.

3 comments:

Candace said...: This is true.
I have to remind myself too.
Getting a good deal seems kind of addictive.
Do you inventory your pantry?
Candace; March 5, 2008 at 5:43 AM
Living Frugal & Loving It said...: Oh no. That would be way to smart! =) It is pretty organized though so I can see what I have easily.; March 5, 2008 at 7:54 PM
Niki Jolene said...: I have been trying to remember that myself lately. I used to spend a lot to "save", but I am being much more careful now. I was sooooo guilty of this at Target!; March 7, 2008 at 12:53 PM