Tradd
Senior Member

Eggs are expensive due to bird flu.

Spaghetti. Hadn’t had it in a while and had a craving.

Executive Order. Go read them on the White House website.

As of yesterday, proposed 10% addition China duties, on top of current 25%. 25% for Canada/MX. These are all proposed for 2/1. No EO yet. All...

Attempted contacts with CBP civilian employees today after days with no response are once again proof they need to return to the office. Pre COVID,...

The Associated Press?

I’ve been reading Marie Kondo’s first book again and it’s giving me the motivation to really get the crap out.

Definitely don’t agree with withdrawing from the WHO.

Here’s the link to all the EO. https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/

IL, this one? ...

So here’s what’s happening with the tariffs. This is from a NYT article - he’s going to issue an EO instructing relevant agencies to look at free...

I'm happy about the EO forcing fed employees to go back to the office. Before covid, I could get civilian CBP employees on the phone. Since covid,...

No specific mention of tariff increases in speech.

The US tariff website has been mostly down this morning. Coincidence? Overseas customers/agents are already asking about duty increases. I’ve told...

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Great job, Greg. How many sheds at your parents’ home?

Posted on Buy Nothing group: Bunch of clothes Bathroom (way too long for me) Collapsible silicone kettle (used to use for traveling) Bunch of...

All sorts of different animals are now dying from bird flu. A bunch of dolphins in FL. A otter at a Chicago zoo. I’m reading more that this...

It’s to the point now that Covid deniers are attacking anyone who expresses concern about the bird flu.

Got my W2 today and filed taxes on my phone at lunch. It’s simple. I only owe the federal $220 this year. It was at least $1500 last year. 401K for...

Work is incredibly stressful lately. The Indian half of the owners is the major problem. It’s so nice when he’s out of the country or at the other...

Frugal, I’m so sorry to hear that. Thoughts your way.

Eggs have gotten really expensive. But that’s bird flu for you! About $6 for 18 at Walmart b

I am rid of an editing project I’d accepted as part of my volunteer work with the WI Historical Society. Usually I just do stuff for the maritime...

One of the most bizarre stories of stuff left behind from the fires. A woman found it easier to budget with cash, so she had $17K in cash at home,...

Take a video , too. Open every drawer, cupboard, closet, under the beds, etc. You can save that in the cloud.

Bumping this as the California fires are a good reminder.

Yikes! I'm so glad that's not an issue where I live!

jp, please pay careful attention to reviews about charging issues about whatever you buy. It's probably an issue with cheap Chinese ebikes, but there...

Will ne great to read your writing, HH! I've got about $3500 in big bank savings account, so I'm now going to start stuffing my Vanguard Cash Plus...

I love that 1926 house. With my knees, I would need first floor laundry. But boy, do I love that house.

I’ve been reading articles lately that seniors may want to downsize, but it’s hard to find affordable small homes, plus interest rates are an issue.

Oh, no, so sorry to hear!

Rosa, I would sell the real silver set and buy yourself some stainless.

I’ve been bringing tea from home to work so save on that McD’s coffee I was getting. No sausage muffins, either.

Thanks, Tybee. I’m not going to convert. I’m just wondering about contributing at all to the Roth option in work 401K. Seems like a mix of both...

Healthcare is one big reason to stay in the Chicago area.

I increased 401K contribution from $200/paycheck (2x a month) to $325/paycheck. This is pre-tax saving. My 401K also offers a Roth option. I started...

I'm thinking of the brick rowhouses in Baltimore or Chicago, not the brownstones. I used to know someone who lived in one of the Chicago ones in the...

UK terraced houses are simply row houses like you might see in older American cities, but they're not as nice.

If native born Indians don't want to go back after living in the US for years, that should tell you something!

IL, I have no issues throwing stuff out, no matter the condition, if that’s easier on me.

Posted more stuff: 2 more mixing bowls Assorted baking items/utensils 2 more lanterns (set of 4) Wooden tray

I can give you my vote for Subaru! Consumer Reports just chose Subaru as the most reliable car brand.

Fingers crossed!

I’m with IL in that I don’t really try to economize on groceries. It’s just me and I can financially handle it. I do shop only at Walmart and to not...

Today is payday and there’s now a bit more than one month’s expenses in savings. Yay.

I include paper goods and toiletries in my food budget. I did a bit of stocking up for the winter and had a $200 delivery order from Walmart, but...

Got rid of some Christmas cards I was given and didn't use. Didn't like them. A couple of blankets, misc papers. The big boxes from getting a new...

Are you talking on Google Pay or saved in Chrome browser? You could have saved it accidentally while shopping in the Chrome browser on your computer...

Did you read the article I posted? Farmers, who often vote GOP, are refusing to let USDA officials on their farms to test cows. I hang out elsewhere...

I just don’t drink except maybe a glass of champagne at Thanksgiving. Frankly, I prefer my poison of choice regular Coke. It’s cheap and I keep my...

Yes, I read about that yesterday. Cats are especially susceptible to this.

2020 by Eric Klinenberg. It’s about the plague in NY through the experiences of seven people as well as the worldwide scope. Very good.