tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-527343028064069185.post5837028338690581921..comments2023-06-21T06:14:32.955-04:00Comments on A journey into whole-living: The weekly haulNicolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04123349252408029322noreply@blogger.comBlogger6125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-527343028064069185.post-19867263343388064582010-03-05T22:40:43.280-05:002010-03-05T22:40:43.280-05:00Yea, organic would be my preference over regular, ...Yea, organic would be my preference over regular, but given that I have this other option for the same price as organic.... why not? I think it's better to have local than not, and it may not be "organic," but it IS hormone free and non-homogenized. So... <br /><br />And yea. We always spent money on produce. This produce is somewhat more expensive, varies product to product, but there was always that expense. But now it's needing to have more of everything because nothing is coming out of packages. That's what hurts the pocketbook.Nicolehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04123349252408029322noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-527343028064069185.post-78779128875655765382010-03-05T22:24:08.700-05:002010-03-05T22:24:08.700-05:00we've been getting organic valley milk, which ...we've been getting organic valley milk, which although is not homogenized (does not say it anyway) it IS ultra pasteurized, for a lengthy shelf life. I am trying to somehow financially work up to non homogenized and non pasteurized since the OV milk costs us exactly the SAME as regular milk after using coupons during super doubles at Harris Teeter.<br /><br />Also I cannot believe it cost almost a $100 for that small pile. GAH! you went from paying pennies to hundreds... craziness, but worth it.<br /><br />cant wait for the laundry post!<br />thanks for the chilli recipe, looked awesome, trying it nextnida84https://www.blogger.com/profile/02668472149604024687noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-527343028064069185.post-67435007481462837832010-03-04T11:15:43.216-05:002010-03-04T11:15:43.216-05:00Oh, I should also add that I'm trying to resol...Oh, I should also add that I'm trying to resolve the price disparity between the conventional and this local milk by decreasing our weekly usage from 3 gallons to 2. I'm making a point to pour smaller servings for the boys so they don't waste, and putting any leftover into the fridge for them for the next time they drink some. I also don't let Ansel drink milk throughout the day. Just a cup in the morning and a cup with dinner.Nicolehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04123349252408029322noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-527343028064069185.post-68846676815825756722010-03-04T11:11:52.568-05:002010-03-04T11:11:52.568-05:00The coupons are actually in a book our store gives...The coupons are actually in a book our store gives out. They have TONS of them, too, and then pull pads of coupons throughout the store on certain items. Because most of what we buy is produce and the like, there's not a lot I can use. So when there is something, I try and take advantage(like the curry sauce had a coupon, and the bagged salad). <br />And eventually I'll get into canning and everything. But it's a process, and I'm trying to get good at this other stuff first and make it routine before I take on more. <br /><br />And Angela, the milk is about $5 a gallon. The organic, non-local is within a few cents of the one I buy. Reading all the info on the farm where the local milk comes from, I feel like it's almost as good as organic anyway, plus the benefit of being non-homogenized. The hard part to swallow is that it's about double the cost of conventional milk in the regular grocery store here.Nicolehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04123349252408029322noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-527343028064069185.post-1835757396965604862010-03-04T08:54:22.034-05:002010-03-04T08:54:22.034-05:00We actually get organic raw milk from a local dair...We actually get organic raw milk from a local dairy for about $7/gallon. I love that ya'll have found non-hom milk locally, how much is it? It is great stuff!Angela Shttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15839443261200410777noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-527343028064069185.post-70505093572358870232010-03-04T01:19:37.598-05:002010-03-04T01:19:37.598-05:00I actually dreamed about you tonight! I was asking...I actually dreamed about you tonight! I was asking you (okay, bugging you) when your next blog would be posted! Coincidence?...<br /><br />You're such a good shopper, & where did you find coupons for the Charlie's? And the bac-out, for that matter (still haven't tried it, but keep meaning to.)<br /><br />And start canning!!! It's pretty darn easy, and you can make your own things (like super yummy chili) and can it for later so you it's ready in a jiff! We're currently doing jellies and preserves, chili, chutneys, soups, and tomato sauce.LuLuhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03987353867110482320noreply@blogger.com