againstthegrain
Senior Member
- Location
- Sun Valley, ID
Nostalgia is not as good as it used to be.
Rising prices - Wow!
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Imogene
Member
- Location
- Middle Tennessee
MACKTEXAS
Well-known Member
Thanks for sharing. When there is nothing but overwhelming bad news about all that may lie ahead, some can reach a state of despair.
AI centers in Virginia, I am sooooooooo happy I moved out of there in time to miss that increase there.
Packerjohn
Packerjohn
- Location
- Canada
Well, somebody has to pay for all the wars in this world and those about to start. War machines don't come cheap!
Daniellorenzo3038
New Member
- Location
- North Dakota, US
Haha, sounds like you dodged a bullet thereI’ve never actually been to Virginia before. What’s it like there?
Daniellorenzo3038
New Member
- Location
- North Dakota, US
Yeah, that really is sad
When things like that get cut, it’s always the kids and families who feel it the most. Do you think the state will step up to fill the gap, or are they just letting it slide?Virginia is a beautiful state. If you love American History it is caulked full of battlefields and such.
We were there for 6 years then the mass of people moving from Washington DC and New York
caused a big jump in housing costs and we had to leave then. Before covid it was an extremely
friendly place, it changed after that whole issue. The Blue Ridge Mountains was my favorite trip
to make on weekends when we could.
We were there for 6 years then the mass of people moving from Washington DC and New York
caused a big jump in housing costs and we had to leave then. Before covid it was an extremely
friendly place, it changed after that whole issue. The Blue Ridge Mountains was my favorite trip
to make on weekends when we could.
Daniellorenzo3038
New Member
- Location
- North Dakota, US
That actually sounds amazing. The Blue Ridge Mountains alone make it worth the visit. It’s wild how quickly a place can change though, especially after COVID. Sounds like you left at just the right time before it lost its charm. Would you ever move back if things improved, or are you done with Virginia for good?
I am now where my heart always has been, I will remain here if I have any control over it. Missouri is very much in scenery like Va. except the
rolling hills are steeper and don't become boot hills of a mountain range. No seashore, but I prefer woods and it's gentle changes compared
to the constant scene of a beach. Guess I am a Wood Imp at heart. Originally from L.A. and never moved back once I left.
Daniellorenzo3038
New Member
- Location
- North Dakota, US
That sounds wonderful. Missouri seems like it has a calm, grounded beauty that really fits you. I’m up in North Dakota, and what I love most here is the quiet strength of the landscape, wide open skies, rugged land, and people who still value hard work. It kind of speaks my language.
Someday I’d love to visit Missouri. Maybe you could show me around a bit. A museum or one of those beautiful restaurants you like?
gruntlabor
Well-known Member
- Location
- Last Frontier, Age 83
Whoa, this is a dating site? Who knew
CallMeKate
Well-known Member
- Location
- Mid-Atlantic US
This is why I adore you... no bush-beatin' going on 'round here!
It may be best to bring someone with you who loves adventure and just go as your whim takes you. If I took you around my hubby would be giving you the evil eye. That would not make it a nice trip for you or myself I think. Thank you though for the offer.
gruntlabor
Well-known Member
- Location
- Last Frontier, Age 83
This is why I adore you... no bush-beatin' going on 'round here!
I adore you too, Miss Katie.
Daniellorenzo3038
New Member
- Location
- North Dakota, US
Let’s get this straight. Seniors Forum isn’t a dating site. It’s a discussion space for people to share thoughts and experiences. Don’t twist a normal conversation into something it’s not.
gruntlabor
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- Location
- Last Frontier, Age 83
(shrinking) Okay, boss.
Daniellorenzo3038
New Member
- Location
- North Dakota, US
Haha, fair enough. I definitely wouldn’t want to cause any evil-eye moments
. Sounds like he’s a lucky guy to have a partner who shares his sense of adventure. Thanks for the kind words, and I’ll keep that advice in mind if I ever make it to Missouri.
Trade
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Trade
Well-known Member
You're not going to be able to talk your way out of this one. You're busted.
Lawrence00
Senior Member
I asked ai to invent a cheap stew for feeding a family of 12 every day if money was scarce.
2 lb Beans, 4 cups rice, 2 cups lentils, 1 lb carrots, 1 lb cabbage or collards, 2 onions, 1/2 cup oil (vegetable or avocado), 1/2 cup tomato paste or canned tomatoes, 1 tbsp salt, 1 tbsp garlic powder, 1 tbsp cumin, 1 tsp black pepper, 1/2 cup ground flaxseed or chia, 1/2 cup cooked oats or quinoa, 1 tbsp vinegar or lemon juice.
It actually sounds a lot better than those government cheese sandwiches I had to deal with as a child.
2 lb Beans, 4 cups rice, 2 cups lentils, 1 lb carrots, 1 lb cabbage or collards, 2 onions, 1/2 cup oil (vegetable or avocado), 1/2 cup tomato paste or canned tomatoes, 1 tbsp salt, 1 tbsp garlic powder, 1 tbsp cumin, 1 tsp black pepper, 1/2 cup ground flaxseed or chia, 1/2 cup cooked oats or quinoa, 1 tbsp vinegar or lemon juice.
It actually sounds a lot better than those government cheese sandwiches I had to deal with as a child.
Jules
SF VIP
It all seems reasonable except for this. Not sure if AI has tasted stew. I like a bit more nip, though I’m not on a budget. It does seem like everyone would be full.
Lawrence00
Senior Member
Albertsons in my area was having a few things on pretty good sales, also with coupons for money off. The thing was it was online only but you could pick up or have it delivered. Got $40.00 off right off the bat. There was a $30 discount promo. Then 2 $5.00 offs for spending $25 in the meat dept.
I was mainly shopping for the specials for the son's family to fill up the pantry, canned veggies, canned soups (progresso),fresh fruit, avocados, shredded cheeses (which freeze well), a few bags of chips for the grandson.
They got hamburger, about 4 pounds. Also, 4 to 5 pound pork loin that they can cut into chops.
Of course I found a couple of things for me. Four lobster tails, just the small ones. They will go in the freezer for my Christmas and New Years Eve dinner. The largest size container of liquid Gain detergent.
It was a total of 57 items, regular price would have been $185. With the money promos and the sale prices, I only spent $45. It was a great to be able to help out the kids.
I was mainly shopping for the specials for the son's family to fill up the pantry, canned veggies, canned soups (progresso),fresh fruit, avocados, shredded cheeses (which freeze well), a few bags of chips for the grandson.
They got hamburger, about 4 pounds. Also, 4 to 5 pound pork loin that they can cut into chops.
Of course I found a couple of things for me. Four lobster tails, just the small ones. They will go in the freezer for my Christmas and New Years Eve dinner. The largest size container of liquid Gain detergent.
It was a total of 57 items, regular price would have been $185. With the money promos and the sale prices, I only spent $45. It was a great to be able to help out the kids.
Aunt Bea
SF VIP
- Location
- Near Mount Pilot
Nothin’ wrong with grilled cheese sandwiches made with gubmint cheese and day old bread from the dead bread store.
The AI stew wouldn’t be my first choice but low cost healthy struggle meals is an interesting topic.
My biggest tip would be to stick with familiar foods that your family actually eats and looks forward to when times are tough, save the quinoa, flaxseed, chia, and lentils for another day.