Thanks for starting up a discussion!  I mostly coupon, but I also make things from scratch when I have time and it is cheaper!  I wonder about everyone else?

Back when I was unemployed for 10.5 mos. I start using coupons!

AMAZING what I learned in that time! Nothing like getting paid to take products out of the store!  I love it! 

Now that I am working I haven't had a chance to work deals lately, but  I love stocking up on items! I think I have 2-3 years supply of femine products, toilet paper, kleenex, shampoo/conditioner,soap, paper towels, shaving cream, deoderant, etc.

At first I was embarassed using coupons, but I got over that fast! People were amazed how little I was paying for what I was buying!

...Good times!!

Too bad now that I am working again I seem to do most of my grocery shopping at CostCo..ha! ha! 

I use coupons, coupons, coupons, and grow a garden. I never buy generic.

Thanks,

  Valerie

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