Do you look for maximum value in everything you do ?

[bearfan454]

I'm not talking just clipping coupons or getting what is on sale at the the grocery store. I mean the best value you can get in everything you do. I make block ice to go hunting instead of buying 4 bags of ice. $4.00 dollars is still $4.00 dollars. What do you do to get maximum value ?

[Nay]

1. I cook real oatmeal or make pancakes from scratch for breakfast

instead of eating that expensive boxed cereal.

I use Tupperware-type containers bought at yard sales for storing food for lunches, leftovers, etc., rather than using plastic throwaway bags.

I don't eat out much--maybe once every 2-3 months.

[bearfan454]

2. Mrs bearfan and I hardly ever eat out either

at restaurants. It is expensive.