That’s a pretty tall order for so many of our fellow inhabitants of today.
Was there really a time when most people could actually afford to enjoy those traditions?
I have lots of practice too, with standing in checkout lines. I’ve never used these automated ones. Just seems that those grocery store owners with billions of profit dollars should be employing people, not machines to do away with humans.
The bright spot about this though, is according to news reports, this week entire chains are now getting rid of the machines, not because of my thoughts on this, but because the machines allow savvy shoppers to steal from them.
One very interesting thing to notice in a checkout line is how many customers refuse the offer of a receipt for their purchases. I can’t imagine doing that. My receipts are the gold in managing what I buy, and a daily record that helps in the budget for everyday living.
Receipts are magic, as long as you record them on a daily basis. If you do this one simple thing you will be amazed at how much you save each month!
I wrote about this way back in 2014. Click here to see.
Since then Covid-19 has had an astounding negative effect on money matters. At that time we paid cash for everything. Now we have to use our one-and-only credit card. But we still use the time-honoured job of recording the receipts every day.
Christmas is almost upon us. Time to consider finances, needs and wants. It’s a harsh world out there, but you can tame your little corner of it. Just remember to ask for your receipts.
A beautiful perspective
Still some spawning salmon to be seen in the little creek. The garden lawns are a mass of delicate green grass.
This morning, two ducks strolled around, making a mirror image and there are lots of pretty Christmas greenery and lights to enjoy.
It’s a meaningful time of the year.
Thank you so much to all my wonderful, supportive readers!