Reply #7: So take steps to CONSERVE!!

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I don't know what all the whining is about here because you should have know this was coming unless you live in a cave.. Higher oil and gas prices didn't start yesterday they started a long time ago.. And inasmuch as you may just now have noticed that little fact, there are many things to you can do to save time, energy and money..

I have reduced my utility bills by almost 30% over last year and this winter was colder.. I drive alot LESS and thus save money there too..

My biggest saving's comes at the food stores.. I have stopped shopping at my local HyVee because their prices are amungst the highest in town.. I do my grocery shopping at Target and save about 30% over HyVee.. I also buy mostly greens, chicken and pork as stay away from the process foods.. Amazing how much money you can save there and eat healthy..

Do you eat out?? I almost never eat out and cannot tell you the last time I've been in a fast food place.. I bring my lunch to work which probably saves my a couple of $1000 every year too..

There are many things everyone can be doing to save money or make you dollar go farther as prices rise.. But please realize that the days of cheap oil and food are probably OVER!!!

Oh and did I mention I have a garden.. I'll be plowing it up today and look forward to eating some veggies in throughout the year..