As my dear departed mother used to say after she and my dad retired "We're 2 cents away from Alpo" when asked how her finances were. Now, they both had pensions and both were collecting Social Security so I found her comment odd. Well, now I'm among those who are on "fixed income" due to my husband's retirement and my reluctance to get a job. What better way to honor her than to share all the advice we've received and ways to save a buck with my fellow baby boomers! Advice will be both real and tongue in cheek, it's up to you to decide which is which.
So far we've been advised to go out to lunch instead of dinner because it's less money but you get the same food. Sounds reasonable!
When you visit a friend's house, take a roll of their toilet paper from under their sink. (Thanks Angie!)
We just joined Costco and to welcome us as "Executive Members" we received coupons for free items, one of which was a rotisserie chicken. So, for no cost (other than the membership fee) we had dinner, chicken sandwiches the next day, then I made soup so we had another dinner, and there was still enough for lunch. Mom would have been so proud.
So, stay tuned as we navigate our way through the land of retirement! We would enjoy hearing from you as well!
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