tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6292915201767940326.post4813546699457695979..comments2024-03-27T00:43:28.975-05:00Comments on Mom's Scribbles: Sam's Club TripVickihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09409645438732452330noreply@blogger.comBlogger16125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6292915201767940326.post-89064762986083287402019-06-16T12:05:38.671-05:002019-06-16T12:05:38.671-05:00SJ...I just drained the pickles and used the exist...SJ...I just drained the pickles and used the existing brine. There was plenty except for the olives. I didn't have enough brine for the last half-pint jar, so I just put that one jar in the fridge to eat first.<br /><br />Great score on the rice and sugar!! Aside from my Sam's excursion, my stocking up is done one or two items at a time in my twice a month grocery orders. And even at that, we re still way ahead of those who don't think they need to prep.<br /><br />I still envy you your berries, and remember those I grew long ago. Enjoy!!Vickihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09409645438732452330noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6292915201767940326.post-91671707227382548952019-06-16T09:31:48.299-05:002019-06-16T09:31:48.299-05:00So, when you recan the pickles, do you reuse the b...So, when you recan the pickles, do you reuse the brine or make more?<br /><br />I scored 20# of rice yesterday for $9.99. I thought it was listed for $8.99 on line but the store price was different. I still bought a bag and may return later this week for another one. Also got 25# of sugar on Friday for $8 something- that's the once a year price here. My stock up method these days more resembles the turtle then the hare --slow and steady. LOL<br /><br />Off to the gardens soon. Still picking strawberries, yippee. Need to get the second sowing in for some things and that will be it for me today.<br />Cheers, SJAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6292915201767940326.post-14672063836238642272019-06-15T10:42:23.933-05:002019-06-15T10:42:23.933-05:00It was a fun day, CW...I always enjoy time spent w...It was a fun day, CW...I always enjoy time spent with any and all of my kids.<br /><br />The grocery delivery service I use is geared towards Seniors who mostly order in small amounts. So it was a real treat to be able to buy in quantity for my food storage. The hamburger is in jars and on the shelf. I planned to re-can the pickles yesterday, but my body said, "Nope. Not gonna happen today." So I rested then and this morning have the first batch of pickles in the canner. Pickles are easier. Just heat the brine, pour over the pickles and water bath can. <br /><br />I really wish more folks could understand how important it is to have extra food on hand. They insure their cars, their homes, their TV sets, their health. But they risk starvation because they think it is silly to buy an extra can of beans or tuna once in a while. Sigh.<br /><br />Thank you for your kind words. I know I am preaching to the choir, but if just one person reads here and makes the decision to stock up a little bit, then it is all worthwhile.Vickihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09409645438732452330noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6292915201767940326.post-64773980635809422412019-06-15T09:54:52.823-05:002019-06-15T09:54:52.823-05:00I am humbled by your kind words, Fern. Thank you....I am humbled by your kind words, Fern. Thank you. Having recently stepped into my 73rd year, I think I have a different take on life than do those who haven't lived long enough to have learned much. Material goods don't matter. Family matters. We may not always see eye to eye, but God help anyone who tries to hurt one of us. History matters. For the lessons learned from the past may be the very thing that saves us in the future. And if I can inspire just one person to buy an extra can of beans or bag of rice, then I have accomplished what I am here to do.<br /><br />God bless you and Frank. For you inspire me more than you know.Vickihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09409645438732452330noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6292915201767940326.post-20300931576749629182019-06-15T09:13:26.285-05:002019-06-15T09:13:26.285-05:00I do believe your Sam's Club adventure was a s...I do believe your Sam's Club adventure was a successful one! You really did a great job of selecting foods for your shelves. And I know it had to be a fun outing with your two very special sons. The work really began when you arrived back home with your loot and tackled the canning of foods and the storing of everything. What a great feeling of accomplishment knowing you will be able to have food for yourself and family. I am in complete agreement with Fern. You are a real inspiration for all of us. Take care and take the weekend off, CW :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6292915201767940326.post-18445934677631438242019-06-15T06:56:35.416-05:002019-06-15T06:56:35.416-05:00I keep you on your toes?? You concentrate on food ...I keep you on your toes?? You concentrate on food for your family so much, it is an inspiration to many. Not to mention keeping that fire lit under us to keep preparing regardless of physical challenges or location. You, Vicki, are truly an inspiration. <br /><br />Besides that, I love your take on topics, you have a forth right way of expressing yourself that few do anymore. I don't know if it's because people are afraid to speak their mind, or just don't care. You have your morals, your unwavering compass of what is right and what is wrong, and I've read you long enough to know you don't deviate from that. And for that, I thank you.<br /><br />Blessings always, Fern<br />Frank and Fernhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15570058990887565563noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6292915201767940326.post-34969155679126411462019-06-14T19:24:19.562-05:002019-06-14T19:24:19.562-05:00As I am sure you and Frank know, things in our wor...As I am sure you and Frank know, things in our world get more dicey every day. Having empty spaces on my shelves makes me nervous. I am much happier when they are filled. I have been reading lately about the times in recent history when there have been wars or collapse or oppression. The common denominator was the lack of food. My family will not go hungry if I can help it.<br /><br />I am so very glad you both are back blogging. You are a light in the darkness and you keep me on my toes. :)Vickihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09409645438732452330noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6292915201767940326.post-20422145753474348932019-06-14T19:05:36.838-05:002019-06-14T19:05:36.838-05:00Looks like we're both in canning mode, Vicki. ...Looks like we're both in canning mode, Vicki. Hope your shelves are stacking up with more and more jars of food. It's a great feeling!<br /><br />Look forward to the next installment, Fern.Frank and Fernhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15570058990887565563noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6292915201767940326.post-48206905005285423162019-06-14T09:08:33.279-05:002019-06-14T09:08:33.279-05:00Rob...If I don't get done what I need to do no...Rob...If I don't get done what I need to do now, then when? There is no guarantee that I will wake up tomorrow morning. Whatever I can accomplish today will help my family whether I am here or not. I get enough sleep. Sometimes it is in the form of two hour naps. :)Vickihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09409645438732452330noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6292915201767940326.post-66830013313917008302019-06-13T22:38:05.315-05:002019-06-13T22:38:05.315-05:00Lord almighty can you find time to sleep?? Lord almighty can you find time to sleep?? Robhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16800149852939042454noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6292915201767940326.post-46453357145503872202019-06-13T19:45:16.840-05:002019-06-13T19:45:16.840-05:00SJ...I don't know if Sam's even has gift c...SJ...I don't know if Sam's even has gift cards but it is worth looking into. I will check it out. Thanks.<br /><br />I am so happy for you that the meeting with the breeder and the Mama Retriever went well. If this is a really good breeder, it surely would be worth the wait, but I am still praying that you will get your puppy soon. <br /><br />It is 7:40 pm and the last load of hamburger is in the canner. Tomorrow the pickles get canned. I'm knackered, but want to finish and after a day to recoup, I'll be emailing again. I'm so excited for you!! <br />Vickihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09409645438732452330noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6292915201767940326.post-89799598907501148892019-06-13T18:49:48.456-05:002019-06-13T18:49:48.456-05:00Again, great post and shopping trip. Kudos to your...Again, great post and shopping trip. Kudos to your sons, once again.<br />My brain just kicked into gear - we have Costco here which has a membership fee just like your Sam's. However, if someone comes in to spend a Costco gift card, the customer does not have to be a member to purchase with the gift card. I wonder if Sam's Club works the same way?<br /><br />On a different topic - I met two golden retrievers today including one very PG girl. If there are enough puppies, I'm going to get one. Will know next week if the litter will be big enough. And if not this time, I just might wait until this breeder has another litter in 2021. Keep praying!!<br />cheers, SJAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6292915201767940326.post-60062736118230804802019-06-13T16:01:18.411-05:002019-06-13T16:01:18.411-05:00It was just an ordinary side trip going out, Gorge...It was just an ordinary side trip going out, Gorges. It was the coming back home that looked like an expedition!!Vickihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09409645438732452330noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6292915201767940326.post-87714400165069744632019-06-13T15:59:36.862-05:002019-06-13T15:59:36.862-05:00I think the Ghost Flames are out, Red. I couldn&#...I think the Ghost Flames are out, Red. I couldn't even get the boys to add a cup holder and bicycle handle bar streamers to my walker. I wanted an "ooga" horn, too, (remember those?) but that didn't happen, either. :)<br /><br />I love being able to buy in bulk. It just makes sense to me. Now that my son wants to go twice a year with me, I will be able to add to my food storage more cheaply than using the regular grocery store. Win! Vickihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09409645438732452330noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6292915201767940326.post-75616764175116382752019-06-13T15:09:54.298-05:002019-06-13T15:09:54.298-05:00Sounds more like an expedition than a trip! - lolSounds more like an expedition than a trip! - lolGorges Smythehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08777621500611603786noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6292915201767940326.post-53854700175657232712019-06-13T14:27:21.511-05:002019-06-13T14:27:21.511-05:00Vicki~Bulk buying is cost effective. Have you thou...Vicki~Bulk buying is cost effective. Have you thought of seeing if one of your sons can Rat Rod an electric cart for you. Maybe add some Ghost Flames...<br /><br />I was at Sam's the other day to buy 3lb bags of Quinoa for $8.88 each. That works out to $2.96 per pound or 18.5 cents per ounce. It's a lot more at other place.<br /><br />RedAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com