Simple Living, Extraordinary Life ~ The Dailies 11/7/17

sunflower still shining as evening shadows creep across the yard

Today I took DH to his doctor appointment.  After dropping him off at home, I made a trip to Kroger & Randall's grocery stores to take advantage of the sales before the weekly sale cycle ended.

I was able to stock up on pasta (.38 per 12 ounce package), some canned green beans and peas (.49 each), bacon ($4.49 each), frozen brussels sprouts and broccoli florets (.99 per pound) and a few other things that were on sale in anticipation of our Thanksgiving meal.  I always try to stock up on the great deals that come around this time of year in amounts that will see us through the year until the next holiday sales.  We're fortunate to have a spare upright freezer in addition to our fridge's freezer, along with a large walk-in pantry to store our food stores.  I use our Food Saver to vacuum seal many items as well, to extend it's life.  It's such a blessing to have our own little "grocery store" full of food items bought at the lowest prices possible!

Today's meals were kept very simple.  Since we don't mind leftovers, many times I will cook a big batch of something that will provide for several more meals.  Some days we just kind of graze, as our appetites dictate.  Today I made some cream of wheat for hubby's breakfast (one of his favorites).  Since he had the appointment, and wasn't very hungry during lunchtime, I noshed and nibbled here and there.  By the time I got home from grocery shopping, we agreed that a heated up frozen pizza would hit the spot, since I had lots of groceries to put away.  I'm so thankful that hubby is fairly easy going!

The weather today was sunny, warm and in the mid 80's!