Frugal Fairy at the Grocery Store

I went grocery shopping today. I love to eat shrimp and grits, so when I went to the cheese aisle, I studied the options carefully. I grew up on Kraft, so of course I was peeping that brand's array of shredded cheese. As I studied my cheese options, a woman appeared and gave me a "frugal alert." "GET THE STORE BRAND! IT'S ON SALE," she said. And then POOF, she disappeared. WHOA! Of course, after seeing that frugal fairy,  I walked out with a nice, 4-ounce bag of Monterey Jack and cheddar blend for about two dollars cheaper than the Kraft. I don't think she knew I was a frugal blogger. I almost think there's a brother/sisterhood among consumers nowadays. What am I thinking? That's exactly what I have going on with this blog. I didn't have the chance to thank the frugal fairy for the heads up, but it was a loving moment.

As a sidebar, I wanted to let you know that Publix is giving out free antibiotics to people who have a prescription for the drugs. My friend's daughter had an ear infection and used Publix's free antibiotics. The little girl hasn't grown a second head...yet. heheh. Just jokes. For more infomation, click here.

Have you ever had a frugal fairy? A frugal fairy is someone who gives you great advice and steers you from making a not so great money decision. If you have, tell me about it. Also, would you get your prescription filled at a grocery store?

Comments

[Stephanie]

My grandmother has been a most influential frugal fairy for me. Having grown up quite poor, she is good at separating the needs from the wants and making do (happily) with what one has. I am grateful for the advice she has given me, even if it took me a few hard lessons to "get" it.

I have gotten prescriptions filled at the grocery store. It isn't my first choice, but for free?... I'd go there.

[Jasmine]

That's happened to me too. Someone comes up and sometimes alerts me to a buy one, get one free offer or some other deal. Frugal fairies keep on saving us unenlightened ones money!

[Tameika]

I think I'm the frugal fairy for my circle. I call my mom and girlfriends when a heavily used or common item goes on sale. Or when a store is offering double or triple coupons. Gotta share a good find!

[Coco]

I'm my own frugal fairy. I'm about to pop a Loratadine(the active ingredient in Claritin)- that should tell you where I stand on store brand items.

[Heidi]

What's the big deal about getting prescriptions at Publix? I switched over to them after going to Eckerds for years, and what a difference. More convenient, faster, better service. They also have a great automated system for refills. And if I had a prescription for one of the free antibiotics I wouldn't hesitate to get them there. Most of the bigger pharmacies and big-box stores are offering free antibiotics for the more common (and cheaper) brands.