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This week I’ve decided to change my grocery shopping strategy just a little. We’ve had some unusual expenses crop up (extra insurance premiums, preschool tuition, etc.), so I’ve decided to trim the grocery budget to cover these items. We have an emergency fund to cover unexpected expenses like these, but I’d like to reserve that money for a true emergency.
This is one of the nice things about stockpiling and stalking sales at the grocery store. I never have to spend or buy more than I really need on any given week. My stockpile can definitely handle a dip in inventory for a few weeks, and my checkbook will thank me.
I’m also going to do the majority of my produce and milk shopping at Good Harvest Market in Waukesha. I stopped there last week after getting my car emissions tested, and I was very impressed with the prices — they were comparable or less than Pick ‘n Save’s sale prices. I got a great deal on peaches (99 cents/pound), milk (plus it’s local!) and strawberries ($2.99/pound). I like the idea of shopping locally at Good Harvest, since my garden and farmer’s market haven’t kicked into high gear yet.
Even though the drive to Waukesha might eat into whatever cost savings I realize, I’m still going to do it. Maybe I’ll pick up some of my favorite chicken salad from the deli. My kids love the car trip, and the store has tiny shopping carts just right for my 2-year-old. What’s not to love?