Hey, I can stretch 400 to do a whole lot! It's rare that I have that much to just spend on a want, vs needs. Have you done any water bath canning yet? It's really cheap and works for most veggies just fine. I think my kit was about 40.00. Sorry I live so far away, I'd help make you a cabinet if you weren't three time zones away!
What are you looking for? My favorite pistol is a 9mm, and a 12 ga. Is a really good all purpose for protection, hunting etc. they are both easy to find ammo for also. I can't believe you still can't get 22's! Good luck, oh and be careful with whatever you buy. 60 minutes just did a special on kids and guns. Most of the kids looked down the barrel when their parents weren't around, pretty scary stuff.
aint done any kind of canning yet.
Good luck finding ammo for it! It is out there, just not easy to find. My local walmart gets it about once a week, but sells out in twenty minutes. You can still get a 22 rifle for less than 150. I bought two at Walmart for 98.00 ea., but that was about 4yrs ago.
I hate my walmart!
I usually keep at least a third put away as life always has unexpected surprises. It amazes me how many people dont save anything! Isn't that part of prepping? On the other hand, i do remember times in my life where just eating took everything i had. At least i can say that at 50 i have it a little easier now. I worked like a dog most of my life to get to the point where i can relax a little now, what worries me are the 20yr olds i see that do the bare minimum every day.
that bites! oh well, did you get a better job with the education?
Well, I'm glad you found something you like, and I did an hour each way for almost twenty yrs. too. I also drove I-4 into Orlando, which becomes a parking lot with each fender bender. It's amazing what we do to feed our families! My only benefit was gas was only a dollar a gallon then. Even though the news keeps saying the economy is doing great, I know a lot of people that aren't finding jobs still, just greatfull you did.
Hey, I remember the Raman noodle days! But I am thankful that I am in my later mid-life (we are not talking age here buddy. . .lol) and have most everything I need already. I am not saying there are not items that I could get to make life a little easier for us, but it can wait for awhile longer since we are still able and maybe it keeps us in better shape since we have to work a little harder. We actually enjoy making/raising the "things" we need and a heck of a lot cheaper (maybe not the raising part, but it sure taste better)! Most of the younger generation today just don't seem to understand our government/economy anymore because they are more interested in their video games and hanging out with friends
I think working hard for things makes you realize value and gives satisfaction. So many people want instant gratification, not realizing it leaves you empty, just wanting more. I am convinced that the journey towards a goal is more rewarding than reaching it sometimes. I think I'm getting a little philosophical here, maybey I've had enough wine for the night! Wish you and yours well. Hope to post back over the next couple of days but will see how the ice storm affects power. I'm more prepared than most so will be fine with just riding it out.
Thanks, it's early weds morning and so far the lights are just fine! Looks like there's 6 inches of snow allready and more to come all day. It's beautiful! Pretty rare for us to have anything like this. I may get lucky here as most of the ice looks like it may be below us this time, just blanketing us with snow. Guess I need to rig up a sled for the hills! Hope you have a good day.
Just remember to try and save a little of it for the unexpected, but have fun!well.i just got my return...plus i got my pay check as well..so i be out of here for now..all yall have fun..i know i will today..
Hey buddy, yeah it's good to splurge on yourself occasionally!
