IF MY MOM WAS STRICTER

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This year, I started making big decisions about how I want to show up for myself career-wise, the type of community I want to build on social media, and how God can use me. Regarding that last part, I realize now that it wouldn't have even been a thought had my mom been stricter or tried to play the role of a father as a single parent. What finally led me to seek God was my willingness to read. I read Genesis and thought about how wild the stories were, and then I'd relay them to my family. I continued reading while taking notes on God's role in every story. God's role in my own story was what I was missing all along: a father. After reading the Bible back-to-back, I kept returning to it. This time, my focus was on Jesus, and I started to perceive Him as a brother. In my mind, fathers are strict, but brothers can talk them down or help them see reason. It will all make sense when you read the Bible—I promise. My sweet mom, I now realize, is perfect just as God intended ...
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HOW TO EFFORTLESSLY SHOP FOR GROCERIES

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Make shopping for groceries easy by following these 5 tips.




As the one person in my family who mostly does grocery shopping, it has become easier to navigate this task. We are well aware that time moves faster, and we barely get some stuff done, one of them being shopping. However running errands can be easy as pie.

Here are the tips you can use to make your life easier.

Plan your meals ahead.



Plan your meals in advance to simplify grocery shopping by purchasing only the ingredients needed for your recipes. I believe this method works well for single-person household.

Buy in bulk



Consider buying in bulk to stock up on essentials like toiletries, dairy, grains, and meat. It reduces last-minute store trips. 

Just ensure you have enough storage space at home and check the packaging for storage guidelines.

Stick to the list



At some point we have impulsively bought unnecessary things so, check your supplies and note any items that are low or empty to avoid duplicate purchases. Create a categorized grocery list (produce, dairy, grain) for a smoother shopping experience.

Include seasonal produce and sale items for cost-effective meals. This planning saves time, reduces waste, and makes shopping more sustainable.

Use Apps



Shopping online can be a convenient and efficient way to find the best deals without leaving the comfort of your home. 
Apps like Checkers Sixty60 provide personalized recommendations based on your preferences and past purchases, making it easier to find new products. You can also access exclusive promotions for additional savings.


Using apps can streamline your grocery shopping with features like shopping lists, meal planning tools, and delivery or pickup options, saving you time. 

Delegate tasks



Let family help, and together, you ensure you get the best deals while saving time. Beyond just price comparison, there's a certain satisfaction in knowing exactly where to find each item in the store, navigating the aisles with ease even when they're bustling with other shoppers.

This familiarity transforms what could be a mundane chore into an almost enjoyable experience, allowing us to focus on other aspects of our lives with the time we've saved.




BONUS TIPS:  Make use of Google Keep to jot down your list.
Avoid shopping on peak days.
Weekly mail comes with grocery catalogues helping you know the price of what you'll buy in advance.

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