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  • Опубликовано: 1 янв 2025

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  • @FrugalFitMom
    @FrugalFitMom  Год назад +12

    Download the FREE Upside App at upside.app.link/frugal to get an extra 25 cents back for every gallon on your first tank of gas.

    • @abirocks1120
      @abirocks1120 Год назад

      I love upside! I don't have groceries as an option. I wonder if that varies by location?

    • @katherinetyrrell8810
      @katherinetyrrell8810 Год назад

      I signed up, but it didn't take your code. :(

  • @violetwithey4618
    @violetwithey4618 Год назад +116

    What a great surprise! Thanks Sydney for joining in on this adventure. I hope Christine continues to have brave people like you to join her in these videos.

  • @ginadowd1713
    @ginadowd1713 Год назад +1

    I LOVED this! School her Christine!!! She did great

  • @SpringFlowers537
    @SpringFlowers537 Год назад +1

    Christine, thinking of a video idea for you… Do one on your tried and true recipe book that you keep and how having a list of favorites can save you money because you always have those ingredients. Show how to keep a recipe book. In this digital age it’s often forgotten the quick visual of paper. Your suggestion in 2020 helped me with with what to buy and menu planning:)

  • @hhollings3
    @hhollings3 Год назад +197

    Better than bouillon is my secret ingredient to everything. My husband is a chef and I finally told him my secret and he was like man that makes so much sense you’re food has improved so much the last year or two 😂 I buy every flavor and add it to everything.

    • @wallashakalla
      @wallashakalla Год назад +5

      It a game changer

    • @TinaS.-lc1sc
      @TinaS.-lc1sc Год назад +7

      Agree!! And it lasts forever in the fridge!

    • @morganizedwithkelly45
      @morganizedwithkelly45 Год назад +3

      Same!!!

    • @erinknight7953
      @erinknight7953 Год назад +3

      I was dismayed to find it has dairy in it! At least the beef does. That makes it a no go for my family (dairy allergies)

    • @TinaS.-lc1sc
      @TinaS.-lc1sc Год назад +3

      @@erinknight7953 I just checked the Roasted Chicken BTB in my fridge and I don’t see any dairy listed, if that helps 😊

  • @cheesesandwich851
    @cheesesandwich851 Год назад +2

    We’re I live the chances of finding clearance items is like the 1 in 1 million chance of it snowing

  • @gramcracker1616
    @gramcracker1616 Год назад +1

    You go, Sydney!!! 👏👏👏

  • @elisemedina2237
    @elisemedina2237 Год назад +1

    👏🏼 Yes!!! This was great and so much fun too! 🤓 💰

  • @seanpenrod
    @seanpenrod Год назад +1

    I just purchased my first crockpot! So I'm watching ALL OF YOUR "CROCK-TOBERS!

  • @kimbarbeaureads
    @kimbarbeaureads Год назад +1

    I adore this video. More please. And Sydney, 👏👏👏👏👏

  • @hannahhensley8497
    @hannahhensley8497 Год назад +1

    So happy to see you with a military family!!!!! & at the commissary no less! :)

  • @beckyjohnsen3128
    @beckyjohnsen3128 Год назад +1

    I love that you do these videos! Thank you!❤

  • @Debtfeeling
    @Debtfeeling Год назад +110

    Petition to have a Grocery Audit/Financial Audit crossover. Caleb sets a grocery budget for someone and then Christine slashes it in half

  • @tinagriesemer195
    @tinagriesemer195 Год назад +1

    loved seeing Sydney and you shopping!

  • @yangiemouie
    @yangiemouie Год назад +1

    What a great video! Thanks for sharing with us Sydney! ❤❤

  • @krishenderson970
    @krishenderson970 Год назад +1

    Nice job Sydney - being a military family like you - I remember the days of the commissary!!!

  • @kayladionyssiou3636
    @kayladionyssiou3636 Год назад +2

    The trick is to still go look at the clearance options even when the list is short to keep those stock up items coming! Way to go Sydney! ;D

  • @annaleewhite6753
    @annaleewhite6753 Год назад +1

    👏So proud of you girl!!! 🙌

  • @nicolesanders3890
    @nicolesanders3890 Год назад +1

    Way to Go SYD!!!!

  • @cactusbutterfly2939
    @cactusbutterfly2939 Год назад +15

    Am I the only one that heard "my husbands need for sex", when she asked what the main leak in the budget was? Hahaha!

    • @SarahSchneider2
      @SarahSchneider2 Год назад +4

      lol I had to go back a few seconds to replay and was like oh snacks

    • @Michelle-ud4we
      @Michelle-ud4we Год назад +4

      I came to the comments to see if I was the only one who heard that.

    • @carmarasmussen8118
      @carmarasmussen8118 Год назад +3

      Totally!!! 😅😂

  • @cindywilkinson1610
    @cindywilkinson1610 Год назад +1

    Yay! Good job, ladies!

  • @Erinkenny0722
    @Erinkenny0722 Год назад +1

    👏👏👏👏👏...Sydney!!!!!

  • @alishalancaster4671
    @alishalancaster4671 Год назад +1

    Sydney is so lucky! She got to hang with Christine for the day! Haha great video❤️

  • @JustClaireGrace
    @JustClaireGrace Год назад +21

    Sydney is such a natural on camera, she should have a RUclips Channel!

  • @tonyanorris6574
    @tonyanorris6574 Год назад +2

    My husband is the same way!! Snacks are a must for him..chips, nuts, chocolates, cookies, couple pks of debbie cakes, 24 pk of sodas a wk...ugh!!!

  • @stephaniegaddis1716
    @stephaniegaddis1716 Год назад +71

    Way to go, Sydney! Being on camera and opening your life up for criticism takes courage!! Two suggestions: check the freezer section for frozen asparagus when it's off season, and don't throw away the bones/skin from the chicken thighs!! Even if you cook them with bones in, cook the bones and skin in a crockpot filled with water overnight. Strain out the yuck. Voila! "Free" broth. Let it cool and pour into quart sized ziplocs, freeze flat. Now you have super cheap broth to add to soups, casseroles, etc.

    • @nancybrewer8494
      @nancybrewer8494 Год назад +9

      Add a glub of vinegar and it helps add calcium to the broth.

    • @athomewithtexasgirl9888
      @athomewithtexasgirl9888 Год назад +3

      ​@@nancybrewer8494a glub of vinegar 😂 That's an actual measurement ❤❤❤ I love it

    • @stephaniegaddis1716
      @stephaniegaddis1716 Год назад

      Also, because it's bone broth it has natural collagen in it, so don't be surprised when it looks like gelatin in the fridge.

    • @stephaniegaddis1716
      @stephaniegaddis1716 Год назад

      @@nancybrewer8494 Hmm... I haven't heard this before. Lots of great benefits from foods cooked from scratched.

    • @morganhough1022
      @morganhough1022 Год назад +3

      yes! home made bone broth is great, if I just have a few I’ll throw the bones🦴 in a freezer bag with our carrots butts and celery cores and add them to the next batch of broth.

  • @beckyrosenowgartman3445
    @beckyrosenowgartman3445 Год назад +2

    Yeah! Sydney. Good job.

  • @jackiechoate6163
    @jackiechoate6163 Год назад +2

    I don't buy taco seasoning packets anymore. I make my own from bulk seasonings from Sam's. You can buy bulk taco seasoning from Sam's and save money, but I prefer to make my own.

  • @Anonymous09981
    @Anonymous09981 Год назад +3

    I don’t think I have any where we live that has much clearance. Our darn Italian bread at Walmart has gone up to $1.48 and the clearance is never below $1.03. So exact, I know! 😆

  • @lynncrooks64
    @lynncrooks64 Год назад +8

    Would love to see a month after follow up of how her pantry and freezer look.

  • @maryannanderson2213
    @maryannanderson2213 Год назад +9

    If someone came and looked through my refrigerator and pantry I might go into heart palpitations. Good for Sydney. She's a brave woman!

  • @CharliGirlMusic
    @CharliGirlMusic Год назад +38

    Christine, it's like you've broken the 4th wall! Love these grocery audit videos...and freezer meals...and pantry challenges...love it all!

  • @jeaniestoltz1764
    @jeaniestoltz1764 Год назад +1

    👏 Sydney! You'll do great with Christine's tips!

  • @littlemissbekah9722
    @littlemissbekah9722 Год назад +25

    I think it would be so cool if you could do this but go through a whole month with them. I think that would really help reenforce the lessons but also prove your point with us and we could see how much lower the monthly cost was.

  • @Ashley10056
    @Ashley10056 Год назад +25

    These grocery audits are my absolute FAVORITE!

  • @lorettareid4120
    @lorettareid4120 11 месяцев назад +1

    She was perfect. She is already on board..and she appears to be a wonderful mom and beautiful and lovely wife..this world could use more young women like her..

  • @veronicavugutsa1573
    @veronicavugutsa1573 Год назад +12

    This is Great Christine. Would you consider doing a follow up video , say, six months later to see how the students of the "frugal fit academy"😃 are faring on. love your content.

  • @debbykidd9813
    @debbykidd9813 Год назад +23

    I've been doing those things for YEARS. I (many years ago) worked with 13 families to get them the best deals and then reimburse me when they had the cash instead of them buying those SAME items at full price. After about a year, all of them were MUCH more self sufficient and were "on their own". Now, a few still call me or text me about specific items, but most are doing great.

  • @Hannah_MK
    @Hannah_MK Год назад +2

    I thought it was another video submission, so I jumped when Christine suddenly appeared in the shot! Felt like editing magic or something 😂😂

  • @ozarkfamilyhomestead
    @ozarkfamilyhomestead Год назад +1

    I just LOVE these videos! 💕🥰💕🥰Seeing people save money on groceries makes me happy!

  • @darlenewhyte4238
    @darlenewhyte4238 Год назад +2

    👏👏👏👏👏👏Sydney!

  • @lindaburnside3832
    @lindaburnside3832 Год назад +1

    The powedered beef broth is a high salt content item. I sometimes buy canned beef broth -- I don't use it very often. Sometimes, I don't want the high salt itemin whatever i'm cooking.

  • @kathypeterson9699
    @kathypeterson9699 11 месяцев назад +1

    Those amazing discount produce bags can be sliced, diced and frozen for use later in casseroles, tacos, soups, etc. I love having onions diced and frozen in the freezer.

  • @Krblessed2be
    @Krblessed2be Год назад +5

    Sydney has such a beautiful spirit about her & was so willing to make changes to better her shopping experiences :) very inspiring video Christine! God bless you ladies

  • @sandrapride1046
    @sandrapride1046 Год назад +1

    Making veggie soup tomorrow. I found a veggie tray red-tagged at Kroger. I got medley potatoes to add. It is all a big time saver, too. Yes, better than boullion. I live alone so there will be plenty to freeze.

  • @danidavis3716
    @danidavis3716 Год назад +4

    When I was raising my kids all I knew was to buy things on sale plus normal staples to make meals. There wasn’t social media or meal planning. That’s also how we learned to be more creative when coming up with meal ideas. My mom was the queen of casseroles!! Unfortunately we didn’t always know what were in them!! Once I became a mom, I swore off several things from my home, casseroles being one!!

  • @karencrookedfingerscraft3408
    @karencrookedfingerscraft3408 Год назад +18

    As a former Army Brat. The Commissary is at cost and no taxes. Then fresh produce has always been bad at the Commissary. You can use coupons. I think you can still use expired coupons too. My mom would double check prices on personal care items between the PX (Post Exchange) and the Commissary. Love these styles of video.👍

    • @dianaq710
      @dianaq710 Год назад +4

      As a current commissary shopper, things are not always at cost, but we do get some really great deals. No problem with produce at any of the bases we lived at in the last 20 years. And while technically no tax, all commissaries charge a 5% surcharge that they put back into the stores. So for the customer, it is kind of like a 5% tax. Our state doesn’t tax food, so Walmart can sometimes be better price wise, but for those that do tax food, it may be better at the commissary.

    • @CHSwildcats19
      @CHSwildcats19 Год назад +2

      @@dianaq710 Are base commissary stores only for active duty? (Was wondering if veterans could use them ....)

    • @laurieblau-marshall5279
      @laurieblau-marshall5279 Год назад +2

      ​@@CHSwildcats19 My grandfather shopped there his entire life - he was retired for 30 years.

    • @merrymayhem3447
      @merrymayhem3447 Год назад

      Retired military can go, but veterans cannot, if that makes sense. Like my husband didn't retire from the military but he's a veteran and we cannot.@@CHSwildcats19

    • @alexusk97
      @alexusk97 Год назад +2

      It probably varies per commisary but I like to shop the sales! I find it cheaper to shop at Aldi but commisary can be cheaper on certain items than Walmart for any name brand stuff I need. But the sales can be super good, like today I bought 2 boxes of cereal 1.65 each and there was a digital coupon for 1 off 2.

  • @taybreef5452
    @taybreef5452 Год назад +2

    My family is the exact same size, and my kids are almost the exact same ages! We’re doing $500/month right now. We have some food allergies, so I have to make a lot of things from scratch to swap out ingredients. It’s time consuming, but I think we’re definitely saving money by doing that!!

  • @gailwentz8296
    @gailwentz8296 Год назад +2

    I absolutely love these videos! And her personality reminds me of your sweet Haley!

  • @juliehill8292
    @juliehill8292 Год назад +2

    For the 411 Walmart has a fresh frozen asparagus for less than 2 dollars for 12 ounces. Cooks up almost the same as fresh. It is in a steamable bag but I put it on a baking sheet with olive oil and kosher salt. Delicious!

  • @tjohnson1091
    @tjohnson1091 Год назад +1

    Good video, rekindling the clearance flame 🔥 as I’m watching.

  • @sandrathompson971
    @sandrathompson971 10 месяцев назад

    We moved to Oklahoma in 2019. We don't have any Kroger stores. We have delivery, but I refuse to pay for delivery.

  • @stephaniefunrun
    @stephaniefunrun Год назад +1

    I was pregnant in Germany and craving asparagus like nobody’s business! Finally found some and it was, I kid you not, 18 dollars!!! Didn’t get it, but to this day I am grateful everytime I find it at a normal price

  • @CookingwithCatLover0330
    @CookingwithCatLover0330 Год назад +2

    Great video. I'm so glad she did this with you.

  • @Kayla868
    @Kayla868 Год назад +1

    👏 Sydney!

  • @Mrs.Silversmith
    @Mrs.Silversmith Год назад +1

    You can chop the peppers and freeze them for later. Then you don't have to use them right away. Peppers do not require any fancy prep-work before freezing, so no blanching or anything like that.

    • @terrivelazquez4974
      @terrivelazquez4974 Год назад

      I, too, like to chop and freeze peppers, onions, celery, and carrots. I never use up bunches of celery and carrots before it goes bad so this is a great tip!

  • @karengibbs7723
    @karengibbs7723 Год назад +12

    Way to go Sydney! You did a great thing for so many people in your situation. Thank you for being open to learning in such a public way. You were a joy to meet too! Thank you whoever thought this would be a good series, we are all in.

  • @sjchan3199
    @sjchan3199 Год назад +1

    Thanks sydney for allowing us to see your pantry. Congrats your willing to learn and wanting to lower your bills. christine another great show.

  • @dustyfuller5632
    @dustyfuller5632 Год назад +2

    👏👏👏👏👏yayyyy Sydney!!🎉🎉🎉

  • @njlear6783
    @njlear6783 Год назад +2

    Great job Sydney! Shopping on a budget for good and healthy food is difficult. So glad you are willing to learn new things.

  • @coral.walker
    @coral.walker Год назад +1

    I love how your helping your followers this way, I would love to see you do these on a regular basis :)

  • @dianemalek436
    @dianemalek436 Год назад +10

    Thanks, Sydney for being so vulnerable. People are not born knowing how to manage money and a household so they need to be taught. Christine does a great job of showing how to save money. I love her videos!

  • @carolinebarrett1449
    @carolinebarrett1449 Год назад +1

    These are my new favorite style of videos from you!

  • @melaniemurphy1005
    @melaniemurphy1005 Год назад +3

    I swear... somehow, I just knew she was a military spouse. 😂
    Y'all did great! The commissary is awesome for just about everything except produce in my experience. I can still regularly get chicken breast for under $2 a pound.

  • @tamaraliscia3408
    @tamaraliscia3408 Год назад +1

    Sydney you are so wise and brave and a natural on camera! You did really well with Christine on your shopping trip.

  • @sherryr1222
    @sherryr1222 Год назад +1

    My son’s favourite is asparagus too…and yes I buy it regardless since a 6 year old eating multiple serving of green veggies is not to be trifled with

  • @Homegrown_Hillary
    @Homegrown_Hillary Год назад +3

    I am HERE for this grocery audit series!!

  • @SallyCrD
    @SallyCrD Год назад +4

    Thank you Sydney for allowing us to tag along! Thank you also for your family’s Service!

  • @nancymcdowell9607
    @nancymcdowell9607 Год назад +20

    You never fail to impress! Thanks Christine for all you do. 😊

  • @suzboeh633
    @suzboeh633 Год назад +28

    Great job! I shop at a Kroger and rarely buy produce that is not on a good sale or is clearance tagged. One thing I would suggest is making your own taco seasoning, especially if tacos are a regular menu item.

    • @dianaburns6879
      @dianaburns6879 Год назад +3

      Good advice. There are so many seasonings you can prep at home. Added advantage is you can make them without the excess salt, added food color and preservatives.

    • @karengaddy6604
      @karengaddy6604 Год назад +2

      I've been doing that for ages now. I also use taco seasoning in black beans

    • @alcogito8287
      @alcogito8287 Год назад

      There are two Kroger stores near me: QFC and Fred Meyer, and boy, are they different. QFC , a half mile away, is food only, and all the produce is way more expensive. Fred Meyer is 3.5 miles, and has everything, clothing, paint, garden etc., has mail and online coupons, and reasonable prices on produce. I guess you know where I go.

  • @DarkQueen619
    @DarkQueen619 Год назад +1

    For those of you looking for reusable pouches! Get the baby brezza pouches. They are amazing! They are transparent so you can see if they are clean. They opened along the side so they are easy fill and wash. And to top it off I feel like they hold up well too!

  • @gailgalate2755
    @gailgalate2755 Год назад +6

    Thank you Sydney for opening your grocery haul to Christine’s RUclips community! Way to go on finding the deals!!

  • @aprilhampton6298
    @aprilhampton6298 Год назад +1

    I wish our Kroger had deals like this.

  • @CouponerCate
    @CouponerCate Год назад +1

    Love going into store because can get the marked down clearance items! Also, love Sam’s scan and go! Don’t have to wait in long line. I wish other stores adopt that.

  • @katherinetyrrell8810
    @katherinetyrrell8810 Год назад +1

    I absolutely love clearance items and stocking up when there are deals. Be sure to couple deals with digital coupons and apps for even more savings. Yesterday, I found clearance 1/2 gallon milk in glass containers for $2. Our store gives you $2.50 if you return the container (no deposit was required, so I actually make 50 cents each). The milk is dairy milk and lasts a good 2 weeks after the expiration because the glass keeps it so cold. Seriously , they paid me to "buy" gourmet milk. So fun

  • @zarajn6982
    @zarajn6982 Год назад +5

    I just love these grocery audit videos, keep them coming!
    Something I struggle with in saving on my grocery budget is dealing with small storage space, particularly freezer space. I live in an apartment with a smallish fridge, so as much as I'd love to stock up and freeze things, it just isn't possible. I'd love to see a video focused on how to stock up with small storage space, focusing more on dried and canned goods storage and making the most of limited freezer space.

    • @michellekasunic6419
      @michellekasunic6419 Год назад +2

      good idea. Because I have the same issue I live in an apartment and I have to use the refrigerator. that came with the apartment and the freezer is very small. I think some of the RUclipsrs need to remember that not everybody lives in a house and has appliances their choice.

  • @tenaroler5772
    @tenaroler5772 Год назад

    I buy the clearance peppers and chop them, and freeze them for casseroles. Freeze on a cookie sheet and store in a clean empty Miracle Whip jar, freeze.

  • @GrandmatoRVSGCM
    @GrandmatoRVSGCM Год назад +4

    Those reusable pouches SUCK! I bought them for my grandkids and it was terrible! They don’t even fit enough food in them to satisfy a 12 month old! They are a pain in the tush to clean as well. We ended up sending them back!

  • @scarletbluefield2542
    @scarletbluefield2542 Год назад +44

    Yay Sydney! (Love this series, Kristine. I hope you continue to have brave souls volunteer to have you slap cookies out of their hands)

  • @cassienester1187
    @cassienester1187 Год назад +2

    Christine, I would love to see a resource created by you for us newer shoppers listing average prices of popular foods. I have such a hard time knowing my prices and I know you say a lot that it's necessary. I'd love to have a quick reference guide on prices.

  • @BrendaJBarNett
    @BrendaJBarNett Год назад +2

    I shop using the ads and then keep my eye peeled for the discount stickers. Saves bunches🎉❤

  • @lilykitty185
    @lilykitty185 Год назад +2

    👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 Good girl !!

  • @alishajennings2013
    @alishajennings2013 Год назад +2

    I just love Sydney, she's so cute and sweet. She seems natural in front of the camera. I think if I did one of these my personality would not come through and I'd just be super awkward 😂

  • @pandapoof8798
    @pandapoof8798 Год назад +1

    I feel like I am you when I go grocery shopping with my friends or help them meal plan. My one girlfriend always says she doesn't have meals, but when I look in her cabinet, I see literally 50 different meals I can make. It just takes some practice and time. Sidney, you did great, and you'll get there!

  • @Victoriaxx08
    @Victoriaxx08 Год назад

    My tip for syndey is to try to cook the same
    meals on a rotation so you're always buying the same things and random ingredients dont go to waste!

  • @simplyfromscratchrecipes
    @simplyfromscratchrecipes Год назад +1

    Sydney, you did a great job! The more you look for the stickers, the easier it will get. Before you know it, you will just automatically be looking for them. 😀

  • @anikalarsen735
    @anikalarsen735 Год назад

    5, 3 and 6 months! Thats my boat too. I wish I had a kroger near me. Iowa doesn't have many grocery chains, but they do have Aldi! Woo!

  • @crybebebunny
    @crybebebunny Год назад +1

    ❤❤❤🎉😂😮 Love Asparagus ❣️❣️ I get them when they look nice at my grocery store and are at a $2.99 or less per pound is our price point.

  • @heatherthomas7821
    @heatherthomas7821 Год назад +20

    How cool that you got to go to the Commissary! I try to explain to the younger Airmen and their spouses how much you can save. Sure, you have to get bargains everywhere, but don't discount the privilege you earn by being military. Thank you so much Sydney for being brave and having Christine come along with you. I'm sharing this video to our Base Savings page to hopefully help them out.

  • @sarahconnor64
    @sarahconnor64 Год назад +1

    I LOVE how excited you are about helping her and shopping!!!❤❤❤

  • @kristianeludtke9211
    @kristianeludtke9211 Год назад +1

    So cool sydney! Love this Format Christin! Love from germany

  • @chaoticcupcake7420
    @chaoticcupcake7420 Год назад +1

    My favorite thing is clearance shopping. I love these videos. I think a lot of people weren't taught how to shop to save money. Getting the tools out there, especially in harder financial times, is amazing.

  • @cathyholt5215
    @cathyholt5215 Год назад

    ❤ Upside! My balance is over $75. 2 tanks of gas for me.

  • @holleyb1856
    @holleyb1856 Год назад

    I always plan my kids pediatrician appointments for Monday mornings because there's a winn Dixie right next to it and they will have a ton of stuff heavily clearenced to make room for trucks. Saves gas since both are 30 minutes away!

  • @juliedavidson5596
    @juliedavidson5596 Год назад +9

    Great job Sydney and Christine! How awesome for you to reach out. Also, thank you for your service to our country. God bless you and your family.

  • @alice5931
    @alice5931 Год назад +1

    Peppers freeze so well too! Always grab the dollar bag of peppers!

  • @carolynlossing8747
    @carolynlossing8747 Год назад

    Christine's clearance glasses!!😂😂😂

  • @pgbombketchup
    @pgbombketchup Год назад +4

    Love it! Congrats Sydney. I live rural and all we have is a Walmart but two weeks ago I went on a 3 hour round trip journey so I could experience the clearance shopping at Smiths. It blew my mind! I think it was worth the drive.

  • @mamabear1324
    @mamabear1324 Год назад +2

    I found your Channel two nights ago and I have been binge watching it You have a new subscriber❤ great content i love your pantry and dollar tree videos

  • @Tngirl68
    @Tngirl68 Год назад

    My husband is retired Air Force. Now that he is retired we don't live anywhere near a military base. I really miss the commissary! ☹️ They have always taken care of their military members. The case lot sales they had a couple times a year were the best!