$100 Stockpile Trip to Walmart - What Can $100 Buy for Your Prepper Pantry Stockpile?

Wondering what $100 can buy you at Walmart in October 2023? Here's a look at how I am stocking up for our family of 6, as I work at rebuilding our stockpile. I hope this encourages you to build your stockpile as well! #prepperpantry #stockpiling #stockpile
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[@gingergolden2543]

Great replenishment haul! I would like to point out that the dates listed on most foods are not, in fact, "expiration dates" but rather "best by" dates. Canned goods, when stored properly and without damage can last well past the printed dates and may be good indefinitely. The dates just mean quality and nutrition are guaranteed by the manufacturers until this date. It is a quality control regulation, not an expiry. I think too many people throw away perfectly good food based on this misconception.

[@joyfullythriving]

Yes! I agree completely! Thank you for that reminder and pointing that out. You can definitely eat food past the best by date, and I think we need to remind people of this fact, so thanks for helping do that!

[@SirenaSpades]

We should all be stockpiling a pantry now.

[@joyfullythriving]

I completely agree. With inflation and uncertainty in the world and supply chain issues, having a stockpile makes good, practical sense.

[@michaelfranks341]

Should have a year's worth of food set back for bad times....

[@joyfullythriving]

@@michaelfranks341 A great goal indeed!

[@chanduraharris3922]

I have been stop palling 2 years. And I don't know other than cornmeal and sugar and milk and eggs. What to get❤??

[@joyfullythriving]

@@chanduraharris3922 What foods do you and your family regular eat? Start with those ingredients or foods and go from there. Pasta, flour, canned fruits or vegetables, canned tomato products, peanut butter, honey...if it is shelf stable and you eat it, you can stockpile it! Good luck!😊

[@susanb.3363]

At the beginning, you said something about “food as an investment”. That’s exactly how I look at it. Except for perishable, with my pantry and my 3.2 cf freezer and the small freezer in the fridge, I figure I could get by for a year if I had to. I might not be eating what I really love, and maybe eating more dried beans than I prefer, but I definitely would not starve. I’ve been stockpiling for a while, realizing prices were escalating rapidly. I did a Walmart stockpile visit about 2 weeks ago. And with a $100 budget! LOL I got lots of different pastas, including about 4 pounds of spaghetti noodles. Several cans of diced tomatoes (boy! Those prices have increased!), 3 of the 40 oz cans of Great Value coffee which, by the way, has recently gone from 48 oz cans to 40 oz cans for same price. Some canned corn and green beans, cooking oil, 2 80-oz bags of rice (giving me a total of almost 25 pounds of rice, tea bags, canned beans. I already had about 15 pounds of dried beans, peas, lentils. I’m a senior on a fixed income. Stockpiling for shortages is good but mainly, I’ve done it because I’m “investing in my food”. Enjoyed your video!

[@joyfullythriving]

Good for you, investing in your food and your future! And thanks for sharing what YOU bought at Walmart for your $100 stockpile trip! 👏 Between higher prices and shrinking sizes, it is smart thing to do - for all of us!

[@cierakitty]

I went to more canned stuff than in my freezer...electric...the grids. If...if we ever were invaded etc. first thing to go would be electricity. Why ? Knock all communications, all computers, and so on also meaning every home across America...all the meats in the freezers, well, you know what would happen. (I also went for bottled water, deod. and soap, and shampoo.) My pet foods ? Canned and dry, and plenty of kitty litter, and yes the treats as well lol.

[@susanb.3363]

@@cierakitty Totally agree on the canned food idea. Me, too. My little freezer is only 3.2 cf - perfect for just me - but I use that food (meat/frozen vegetables) on a regular basis while "saving" my pantry items. I'm just now getting extra non-food things you mentioned.

[@SmallTownSouthernWife]

❤

[@susanb.3363]

I wanted to add one more thing as it might be helpful to others and especially others like me. Seniors. You know...our memories aren't always that great! 🤣👵 I keep a list of all items - one for panty, one for freezers. Ex: kidney beans: 10 cans. Or today I froze chicken thighs so Chicken thighs - 2/pkg 10/17/23. As I use something, it gets scratched from the list. That way, I can tell at a glance what I have and nothing gets "lost". Also, I'm not a busy mom like most of you so I go ahead and add expiration dates on canned things. I have more time than most of you. Hope that helps someone.

[@joyfullythriving]

Great tip! 👍

[@michelleosborne7903]

Kristen! I found ground beef on clearance at Kroger for $2.75/lb (private selection) Because of you, I stocked up and I’m much more aware of my spending. Thank you!❤

[@joyfullythriving]

That is awesome! I am SO glad I can help encourage you to stock up...and what a great deal! I'm proud of you, Michelle! 👏😍🎉

[@debbiegoble786]

Hey Kristen! Thank you so much for these videos! We are building our stockpile & this has helped us so much!! Have a great week!! 😊

[@joyfullythriving]

@@debbiegoble786 You are truly welcome, Debbie! I am so glad these videos are helpful to you!

[@samanthaporter6662]

I found chicken breast for for $1.99 a pound the other day!! I should have gotten more....

[@joyfullythriving]

@samanthaporter6662 That is a great deal! Way to stock up! 👏 I always regret not getting more too!

[@annwilliams1082]

You have always been a wonderful source of information and ideas. Thank you, Mrs. Kristen for continuing to help us build our stock piles and take care of our families. You are the best. And it is fun to be a part of something viral in a good way!!!!

[@joyfullythriving]

Awww, thank you, Mrs. Ann!! You are so sweet. 😊 You know I love sharing all this with you too! ❤️

[@mandiesplace]

$1.50 for a can of peaches. Wow! That’s seems insane to me. That’s about the only canned fruit I keep on hand except pineapple but the canned pineapple hasn’t been tasting good to me so I haven’t been buying it. It’s funny how what I “stock pile” changes as the kids get older. I don’t know the last time I used oatmeal and I used to buy it often. Crazy. You did a great job for $100! Awesome!

[@jayc6159]

We just put in peach trees last year, I wasn’t expecting a harvest this year but we got a 5 gallon bucket approximately off of each tree! They were the sweetest, most delicious peaches I’ve ever tasted. If you have a yard and space for trees fruit trees are the gift that keeps on giving.

[@mandiesplace]

@@jayc6159 my neighbor has one what variety did you plant? I need to find one that grows well here. My grandparents had lots of fruit trees.

[@joyfullythriving]

Doesn't it seem high? Sigh. They used to always be under $1 for so long...but I decided to buy more before the prices increased higher! I actually have noticed the same thing about canned pineapple and rarely buy it any more either. It is definitely interesting how stockpiles change. My 7 year old eats oatmeal for breakfast almost every day...to my husband's disbelief! 😂

[@elieshasteffanson5758]

First time subscriber here. I enjoyed your video and really appreciate your positive demeanor. One thing you can do if the larger cans of tomatoes are cheaper per ounce, is use half and freeze the rest to use later. This has worked out great for me.

[@joyfullythriving]

Great suggestion! Thanks for sharing that tip! And yes, I do try to encourage stockpiling without anxiety. Just practical encouragement from the girl next door. Thanks for joining me here!

[@JenniferPerryMyScraproom]

Over the past couple of years I have been very thankful for my little stock pile. I agree with everything you purchased except for the can fruit. I had a can explode (still in date) so now I buy my fruit in the glass jars at Sams or Costco. It is a little more expensive that way but no more pineapple pop top explosions. 🙂 Once I learned to only buy what we will eat and use building a pantry became much easier to understand and maintain.

[@joyfullythriving]

Ohhh noo! I bet that was a mess. I would adjust too if that happened to me. And YES! Buying what your family eats and uses makes stocking a lot less intimidating!

[@shelbylynnwilliams8520]

Thank you for this video. Thank you so much for shopping at Walmart. I live in a town that only has 2 grocery stores & 1 is a Walmart. There are no Aldi, Kroger, Meiyer, Sam’s stores in our area & not any in our state. The closest Costco is 2 hours away. Yes this video was helpful.

[@joyfullythriving]

Oh, I am SO glad it was helpful! This is exactly why I wanted to create this video because I know there are many shoppers in the same boat as you are. Thanks for watching, and I look forward to sharing more with you!

[@3rdShiftCouponer]

I love you really dive in and show everything. You really got a good amount of items!

[@joyfullythriving]

Thank you so much!! I was really pleased with what I got for the money I spent. I'm glad you enjoyed the video!

[@conniekellenberger7117]

I have to say that a good haul and just want to say thank you cause you and others have real help my family .Have great week ! Looking forward to Sam's video

[@joyfullythriving]

You are so welcome, Connie! I am glad I can be a help to you and your family! ❤

[@calmanny]

Thank you for your video and time in helping the community.

[@joyfullythriving]

My pleasure! Truly! ❤️

[@OrganGuyPhil]

Awesome video!!! I’m glad so many people have watched your advice! 👍😊👍

[@joyfullythriving]

Awww, thank you!!!! I'm glad to help where I can! ☺

[@MichelleTheTinyTownHousewife]

Hello from a fellow Hoosier, and new subscriber. Thanks for the tips and I also just got your checklists, can’t wait to start my stockpile.

[@joyfullythriving]

Awesome! Thank you, and welcome! I hope you will find the checklists helpful. I know you will NOT regret starting to build a stockpile!

[@belindafirley]

Thanks Kristen for all that you kindly share! Much love and God Bless from our family to yours from Australia xxx

[@joyfullythriving]

Thanks so much! I am glad you are here! 😊

[@belindafirley]

@@joyfullythriving , Thanks so much for your sweet reply! You are most welcome! xxx

[@carolwintx8248]

Thanks for the info on Moms best oatmeal! I’ll be checking that out. New subscriber!

[@joyfullythriving]

You are welcome! I was surprised when I discovered the price difference. Hopefully it is the same at your Walmart! And thanks for joining me here! 😊

[@barbarawarren9443]

Pasta and canned beans last a long time too. Good choices. Tomatoes are a good choice and there's a shortage due to weather conditions... Reminded me to buy some canned fruit for pies.

[@joyfullythriving]

Yes, indeed! Pasta is always in my stockpile!

[@noreenp.9858]

I’ve watched other shopping and stockpiling videos but yours makes the most sense. It is wise shopping and stocking. You’re stocking up on items you use in a reasonable quantity. I don’t have a Kroger, but your ideas fit any store or budget. I’ve always shopped like you but there’s always something new to learn.

[@joyfullythriving]

Aw, thank you, Noreen! This is one of the best compliments I could get! I'm glad how I stockpile makes sense to you - and that you can see how it fits any store or budget!! That is always my goal when sharing these videos. Thanks for joining me on this journey! ❤

[@debbiecrouch709]

Nice video and good ideas to help those who need help getting started.

[@joyfullythriving]

Thank you so much! That was my hope and intention! ❤️

[@user-cs1ef8kg1w]

Great grocery haul ❤❤❤👍👍👍

[@joyfullythriving]

Thank you 🤗

[@lisaolson1345]

I'd like to add some canned greens to my stockpile, and some olive oil,gallons of water

[@joyfullythriving]

All great additions!

[@SmallTownSouthernWife]

Great video ❤

[@joyfullythriving]

Thank you!! 🥰

[@jackieburnett6881]

Ty for sharing this video. Everything you purchased was really spot on as to the things I purchase, except olive oil, cornbread mix and less pasta! I have been adding biweekly those things and it is working very well for me. I do buy generic brand soups cream of chicken and celery, chicken and noodles. I do like homemade better but do not always wan to sour! Lazy ugh!! Lol! Also I buy packets of gravy etc for when I’m pushed for time. Amazing how sometimes we think alike.

[@joyfullythriving]

I completely agree, Jackie! As much as I like to cook and bake from scratch, there is a time and place for convenience foods! 😊 That is fun to know our stockpiling trips look so similar too! 😀

[@roncardiff6641]

Well done! Thank you!

[@joyfullythriving]

You are truly welcome! Glad it was helpful! 😊

[@LaneyDanae]

It took me a minute to realize that your kids play kitchen was in the background. I kept thinking, “Oooh that pie looks delicious!” 😂

[@joyfullythriving]

Ha! Thanks for making me laugh today! 😆 I do love a good pie though, nearly as much as my kids like playing with theirs! 🥧

[@moakley60]

The quality of your videos is excellent. 👍🏻 Great tips! I shop and stockpile like you do. Stock up on those good deals.

[@joyfullythriving]

Thanks so much! It is always nice to meet others who shop and stockpile similarly. I love stocking up on good deals! 😍

[@moakley60]

@@joyfullythriving My deal yesterday was five jars of Classico pasta sauce @ Kroger. Regular $3.49 per jar, on sale for $1.49 each. I then got $3.75 back from Ibotta, making them 74¢ each! Score! 🤗

[@joyfullythriving]

​@@moakley60 That is a great deal! Way to go! 🎉

[@terrychittam945]

Thanks Kristin ❤️

[@joyfullythriving]

You are so welcome! ❤️

[@JoeleneWeiss-ii6er]

Your stockpile walkthrough gave me some great ideas on getting my spices and cabinets organized. Now my only problem is remembering where I relocated items. I also discovered I had a small amount of additional space should I need it. I’m guessing you learned many of these things from your mom. When you chat with your parents please tell them hello for me. Take care of yourself and your wonderful family. I love watching your videos v

[@joyfullythriving]

I did learn a lot from my Mom...especially how to find a good sale and stock up for our family! Mom is also the reason I always have chocolate chips in my pantry to bake! 😍 I am glad the walk through came you some more ideas Joelene! As for remembering, yes, indeed. I have forgotten a time or two myself! 😆

[@deborah7369]

@joyfullythriving. I’m glad to hear that you’re in Indiana! I appreciate you making your videos, as well! I have a friend who really needs to “learn” how to shop! For me personally, I don’t buy cans. I ONLY buy fresh, frozen or jarred 🫙.

[@penelopegrier5073]

Money is tight. I have a family of 7 and with the holidays coming up I’ve changed some things. Every bit of left over food either goes in the fridge or the freezer. Doesn’t matter how little I have left. At the end of the week I take everything out and it gets eaten up. No more throwing away food.

[@joyfullythriving]

A very smart move! Every little bit thrown away really is money wasted. And great idea to freeze things right away so the food doesn't get forgotten and wasted in the fridge!

[@mylittlecoloradocottage]

Great plan

[@joyfullythriving]

Thank you!

[@Sandrashideaway]

😊Great stockpiling. I do this a couple times a year if I haven't spent my grocery budget. Isn't it funny those Walmart noodles haven't gone up much at all compared to sp many foods that have? 😅 They were 93cents for awhile and now 98cents. We buy those often.

[@joyfullythriving]

It really is interesting! I am thankful to have some foods - like pasta - still under $1!

[@sitsngigglesful]

Love that I found your channel. The fact you say Meijer, I know you're in the Midwest and it will be pertinent to me, lol. I love watching hauls, but get jealous as well, because there are food issues in this house and GLuten free can be expensive. I would "kill" for pasta at 98 cents a box again. Lol. I have learned watching these though that if I buy whole ingredients and read labels (they stick gluten in things you can't beleive!) Its easier to shop on a budget. So we can get the cans of great value green beans and corn and peaches. It saves money for the mote expensive flours and things, and then we just make more from scratch. Subscribing now! Really enjoyed this today

[@joyfullythriving]

Hello to a fellow Midwestern! I am in Northern Indiana so shop with a variety of stores including Meijer, Kroger, Aldi and Walmart in my main rotation. And good for you for figuring out what whole food ingredients you can eat at cheaper prices to free up budget room for the more expensive gluten free items. That's a smart shopping move. Well done! 👏

[@mariannejennisch9293]

For winter especially it is great to buy a little extra. I would have to look at cans though with no pull tabs. I have an item that should help. But doesn’t always.

[@joyfullythriving]

The pull tabs can be tricky sometimes, I agree! Here's to stocking up for winter!

[@michaelburkett6825]

I'm in Indiana too and I shop Sales and we have two freezers and buying another soon. Meat sales and mark down are great. Walmart is 42 miles in one direction and 34 in the other, so when we go we stock up. Thank you for the great information.

[@joyfullythriving]

I love meeting fellow Hoosiers! I have 2 extra freezers as well, and that is such a great source of savings. I don't know how people cope with just the tiny freezer above their fridge!! It saves me so much money to be able to stock up on meat especially. Way to be smart shoppers and stock up when you do head into Walmart!

[@RebekahGaspar]

45k views?! Way to go!! 🥳🥳

[@joyfullythriving]

Thanks! It's been a crazy fun week!

[@cookintraining11]

New subscriber here… really enjoying your channel ❤

[@joyfullythriving]

Welcome!! And yay! I am SO glad you are finding it helpful! 😍

[@wannabe4668]

She gets it. She totally understands your situation

[@joyfullythriving]

❤️ ❤️ ❤️

[@barbarawarren9443]

So encouaging - reminding us that we can still build a little pantry, even if only $5 at a time... So many channels offer tips and huge recommendations that are unrealistic for people who aren't rich...

[@joyfullythriving]

I am so glad you were encouraged! That is my intent - to show how you can build a stockpile just a little bit at a time, even on a Budget. I truly believe anyone can and should build a stockpile!

[@RoseBud-fk4qg]

Remember for one year 1095 meals per person , 52 boxes of pasta that 1 box each week not including snacks or company , or holidays,

[@joyfullythriving]

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[@brg2743]

Buying things now is the way we do it too, as we are able. We have pantry spaces that need filled in too. Our local grocery only has butter for $2.99, and potatoes 5 lbs. for 2.49. That's all that we thought was for a good price. Good week to try Walmart or Aldi for the rest.

[@joyfullythriving]

Yep! Thankfully the sales do go in cycles so I am able to shop like this more on the off weeks. It does feel so good to be filling in some of the gaps again! ☺️ Glad you are seeing decent prices on butter and potatoes!

[@mommasuesue]

Hi im a new subscriber thank you for your kindness and support for us on low income. 💗 i was considered about the little bump by your eye , i pray you have had it checjed out . God bless you 🙏 You are very informative and sweet 😋

[@joyfullythriving]

Welcome! I am glad you found the video helpful. As for the mole, I have had it checked out by a dermatologist. It's just a benign mole that has no reason for concern other than cosmetic reasons. Thanks for the concern, though!

[@mommasuesue]

@joyfullythriving oh thank goodness I always ask because my Dad had skin cancer

[@mommasuesue]

He passed away on Sept 24th

[@carolwintx8248]

I’m taking advantage of any good prices as I don’t see them coming down soon. Right now at Kroger the Campbells soups are .99 for 5 times ( digital) so I buy the ones I enjoy. I also do pick up at Walmart, easier not to get tempted by extra items

[@joyfullythriving]

It really is a great system! Shop the sales where and when you can find them, and stock up on the low price staples with a pick up order. 👏 Way to go!

[@maricelaandsammyshauls894]

Nice 👍

[@joyfullythriving]

Thanks! 😊

[@gloriaelswood8762]

My first time here! Just wondering if you have ever posted videos and recipes of what you eat? My husband and I have got in an awful habit of grabbing something from the drive thru and I am making a goal of cooking more. Love how you stockpile, that’s what we do but it doesn’t work if you don’t use it! Thank you!

[@joyfullythriving]

I am so glad you found me! I don't have any cooking videos currently, but I do share my monthly menus when I share the highlights of my shopping. You can see last month's video here - kzbin.info/www/bejne/fJKZY3-nnc14psU

[@susanb.3363]

About a year ago I had to start eating a gluten-free diet. That put an end to fast food for me! Typically, I cook 2 times a week on my days off. I'll have leftovers one or two times (with a day or two between) and make freezer meals with remaining leftovers. On the in-between days, I pull something from the freezer (one of my prior freezer meals), add a side or salad, and voila! It's new to me. Other nights I might have breakfast for dinner.

[@joyfullythriving]

Great ideas, Susan! Thanks for sharing!

[@DCo923]

Actually Trader Joes also for pasta always 99 cents still. Always look in the Walmart aisle for canned fruits which are usually pricey, just picked up some a few weeks ago in 79 - 99 cents range. and nut pie crusts were $1.50. Aldis for salsa, cereal, seasonings always so much cheaper.

[@joyfullythriving]

Way to shop around for the best deals! I don't have a Trader Joe's close, but that is good to know for others. Thanks for sharing!

[@loisrohling5277]

Hi, Kristen, I, love, your ideas, on a prepper, haul, I, hope you, have, some, help, at the grocery store.

[@joyfullythriving]

I do! My kids have grown up shopping with me, and it is currently our 3 year old who is my biggest shopping helper! 😊 So glad you found me!

[@mardwella]

💜💜💜💜💜

[@joyfullythriving]

❤️ 💙 💜

[@eprohoda]

Like-this is perfect !see ya~

[@joyfullythriving]

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[@teamamericamattdamon3486]

Extra virgin olive oil is the only one you really should be buying the other ones cutting mixed with other oils

[@joyfullythriving]

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[@joeowens2947]

Only thing is a lot of the things you bought contains “Bio Engineered Ingredients”. I do understand in a SHTF situation, you’re probably not to concerned with Bio ingredients however, since I do care about what goes into my family’s and my bodies, I only purchase organic.

[@joyfullythriving]

Feel free to do what you want for your family! I tend to focus more on the variety I get for my money so don't typically buy organic. However, that is the beauty of stockpiling! Every family can - and should - stockpile the foods they eat!

[@susanb.3363]

@@joyfullythriving I tend to mirror your thoughts. I'm 74 yo, healthier than the vast majority of people my age, still work part-time, active...and I've never eaten organic. I still use butter, bacon grease, salt...all that stuff. LOL Growing up, my mother fertilized her little garden with fresh cow manure. We had gigantic tomatoes and never got sick. We're now in our 70's and 80's and still not sick.

[@barbarawarren9443]

​@@susanb.3363You're healthy because you're doing a lot of the right things too, including eating butter, bacon, etc. Those are real, healthy fats, whereas corn oil, canola oil, and things like that have been shown to cause illness. The food industry lies and plays in tandem with the disease care industry. My body also likes salt. Some people need it. I do buy organic and avoid GMO, but won't touch margarine with a 10 foot pole...

[@melonybeard9334]

I've just found your videos and I'm curious about your paper products, I know you say you include them but i haven't seen how you do that.

[@joyfullythriving]

Good question! It is because I definitely tend to stockpile...so I buy a big pack of paper towels only once a year, and then not again for awhile. Tissues, a couple times a year, and as for toilet paper? I got a little carried away after all the shortages, so haven't bought toilet paper in over 2 years, I think. 😲 BUT if and when I do, it comes out of my grocery budget!

[@patrickbodine1300]

I never shop at Walmart. I only shop at local businesses. Simply a personal choice.

[@joyfullythriving]

Agreed! Lots of different shopping options available for different people in different locations with different incomes!

[@Mrsmadison45]

Hi from Southern Indiana ❤ I buy the 60 count box of large eggs at Walmart it will last us two for 2 weeks $5.97 can't beat the price.

[@joyfullythriving]

I need to check the price of the 60 count near us! Thanks for that tip! And nice to meet a fellow Hoosier!

[@penelopegrier5073]

I used to do that. Then one time I got home, opened it up and noticed about a quarter of the top was busted and even more on the bottom was broken too. Not to mention I lost some due to being stuck. Now I just buy the 18 count.

[@elsa8577]

Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts, I am trying to find good coffee for good price. I bought instant coffee that was pretty inexpensive but tastes like nothing, I am so disappointed 😞 Any recommendations? Thank you 😊

[@joyfullythriving]

I am not a coffee drinker myself so don't really have many insights. 😊 That said, do you have a Kroger close to you? They have been running some good sales on a large variety of name brand coffees lately. It might be worth checking out some of the big chain grocery stores near you and watching their sales to find a good deal on coffee.

[@elsa8577]

Thank you, I will try to find that store

[@carrieholik6412]

I shop at several stores. I'm a couponer and bargain shopping. I also use cash back apps.

[@juliab6572]

Id love to know your apps.

[@carrieholik6412]

Fetch, Iobota, swagbucks, shop kicks

[@joyfullythriving]

Fetch is my absolute favorite too! You can get bonus points if you sign up here - www.joyfullythriving.com/fetch

[@joyfullythriving]

That is how I like to shop as well! I normally go to several different grocery stores each week, finding the best sales, and I share those hauls every week on Thursday. It is so nice to meet others who shop the same way!

[@user-ii7ky3hj9q]

Cocoa is in cardboard. It should be repacked for long-term. Some brands are packed in plastic. It's worth a couple of cents more not to have to repack them.

[@joyfullythriving]

Thanks for that tip. I plan on using all my cocoa within the year so the cardboard doesn't bother me. That said, you are right. If I was planning on keeping it long term, I would buy it in plastic or repackage it.

[@kimbadagr8_]

For those who have the funds name brand can goods [such as goya] take around 5+ yrs to expire beans from last yr don’t expire until 2028 so keep that in mind if you arent on a budget

[@joyfullythriving]

Good tip! And I have found generics with a long shelf life too in the canned section. Always pay attention to the expiration dates! 📅

[@evaanderson6781]

Wow the prices in the states are sooo much cheaper. I’m in Ontario Canada and I wouldn’t be able to get even half of your haul for $100.

[@cherilewis2899]

I agree I'm in Vancouver Canada it all sounds cheap to me but even if I went down there I'd have to add on the exchange rate $so I try to get the sale items here

[@joyfullythriving]

Sigh. I know that Canadian prices are so much higher. My grandparents lived in Canada for 20 plus years, and prices were already high then - before the crazy inflation of the past couple years. Just keep doing what you can do - with your stores and your prices!

[@heatherduling197]

Has anyone here use the Aldi canned pumpkin? Is it any good? It looks like it is $1 a can cheaper but I didn't use more then 6 cans of pumpkin last year since I froze some fresh pumpkin. If Libbys is better I will stick to that or the other brands for $2.50 or hopefully less at the holiday.

[@rg-mi5hh]

We use Aldi pumpkin. Also, butternut squash tastes the same as pumpkin in a pie. We might be baking some Aldi squash in the oven and vacuum sealing it when cooled. Then we will freeze it. Acorn squash is so good and super filling.

[@joyfullythriving]

I use Aldi pumpkin and I can't tell a difference between it and the name brand!

[@saraibucciarelli1821]

2018 would have gotton 3x more than that. Crazy.

[@joyfullythriving]

Sigh. Yep. Crazy indeed.

[@tinafisher-mf6db]

I would love to have your hair...so pretty.

[@joyfullythriving]

Aww, thank you, Tina! My curls came back after having kids and I have decided to embrace them! 😌

[@tinafisher-mf6db]

@@joyfullythriving my sister's hair came back curly after chemo...it's beautiful

[@AngelaBuldas-py5kq]

What is the jello white pudding pie receipe ? 0:36

[@joyfullythriving]

You mix the white chocolate pudding with milk, cool whip, and melted white chocolate chips. Then, put it in a chocolate coated waffle bowl to serve. Easy and delicious!

[@AngelaBuldas-py5kq]

My mom and and I like your videos also your receipe for peppy seed chicken thanks and God bless you and your family with the gift to help others.

[@tamaraewald3791]

This video came across my feed and tbh I haven't shopped at Wallyworld in about 3 years, but have opted to do sales at my stores (Kroger, Meijer, Aldi, etc). This was a good haul and since I didn't grow the volume of tomatoes I usually do, I may take a gander at WM again!

[@joyfullythriving]

I am glad you found me and that it inspired you to take another look at Walmart. I will be honest that I do most of my shopping by shopping the sales at Kroger and Meijer, as well as Aldi. But sometimes? It is definitely worth the occasional trip to Walmart to stock up on some staples!

[@NW-kc7dn]

I live in Northern California- somehow, I don’t think these prices will be found here..😢

[@joyfullythriving]

I wish I could share our Midwest prices with you! I know California prices are definitely a challenge. Keep doing the best you can! That's all any of us can do!

[@michellemhughes]

Walmart prices are cheaper, for the most, compared to my grocery stores’ sale prices. However, my Walmart’s prices are higher than yours. ☹️ We only have Walmart, Albertson’s and Save Mart in my small town in California.

[@joyfullythriving]

Oh, yes. California prices I know are much higher than mine in the Midwest. Just keeping doing what you can to save money and stockpile!

[@SSanf]

If this is actually for your preps, never buy larger canned items than what your family will eat in one sitting or at least in a few hours after opening. You need to presume a lack of available refrigeration. Cost effective won't matter in a grid down situation. Smaller cans are also important because you and your family may not all be present when you eat. Smaller cans could be more useful for trade goods. In an emergency situation they aren't exactly going to give you change for a large can. It isn't a matter of just stockpiling food. Consider the kind of situations you may need it for.

[@joyfullythriving]

Good point. My stockpile that I are restocking for is to have a 6 month supply of food for my family, and I feel that all of these cans are reasonable side for us. But like you said, everyone stockpiles for different reasons, so that is important to consider!

[@nicolereadstarot]

What do you do when you have toddlers who are special needs and will not eat most of these things?

[@joyfullythriving]

Good question! I only stockpile things my kids will eat. So, I would encourage you to do the same! I know special needs or those who have kids with allergies, make stockpiling more challenging. But start by thinking of the foods your child will eat, and buy extras of those.

[@lucyalderman422]

Corn bread is a very cheap make from scratch recipe

[@joyfullythriving]

Agreed...however I have not been able to create a recipe that tastes as good as this boxed Fleischmann's boxed version!

[@Myfavorites877]

Why is your cocoa leaking? Cocoa fell out when you sat it back down. Please make sure it wasn’t tapered with.

[@joyfullythriving]

Wow. You are observant! 👀 No leaks, but thanks for telling me to check!

[@hrhtreeoflife4815]

😂 NOT ENOUGH VARIETY you're better off at the Dollar Tree 🌳 stores At $1.25/item You ❤️ can buy flour, sugar, cocoa, cake mix, pasta, rice, instant mashed potatoes, canned chicken, canned soups, tomato sauce, canned fruits, instant coffee ☕️ and hot chocolate. Soap 🧼 and detergent. Shampoos. Bodywash. You get it? 😂 ❤ Q

[@joyfullythriving]

I was intentionally filling in some gaps which is why the variety was more limited. As for Dollar Tree, price per ounce, I can still get better deals at Walmart or Aldi. That said, I should go check out their food products again and see if things have changed. I do like getting some of our toiletries at Dollar Tree though, and have found some great deals there on kids shampoo especially!

[@remembertosmile6256]

Just learned this. If olive oil is in a clear bottle it’s not olive oil. 😮

[@joyfullythriving]

From what I know, it IS still olive oil but it can deteriorate faster from being in a clear bottle. I haven't had any problems with that, but I will definitely keep an eye on it.

[@remembertosmile6256]

@@joyfullythriving o ok

[@sonjaorand7226]

Don’t know what Walmart u shop at but I never get that much for 100!

[@joyfullythriving]

I shopped in Indiana, using the Walmart prices there. I know they do vary around the country, but hopefully this still gave you some good ideas!

[@luznavarro7591]

Matthew 6:25-34 Do Not Worry 25 “Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes? 26 Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they? 27 Can any one of you by worrying add a single hour to your life[a]? 28 “And why do you worry about clothes? See how the flowers of the field grow. They do not labor or spin. 29 Yet I tell you that not even Solomon in all his splendor was dressed like one of these. 30 If that is how God clothes the grass of the field, which is here today and tomorrow is thrown into the fire, will he not much more clothe you-you of little faith? 31 So do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ 32 For the pagans run after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them. 33 But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. 34 Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.

[@joyfullythriving]

I completely agree! As a Christian myself, I view stockpiling for my family as a means of good stewardship. I trust God completely with our future, but I want to be responsible with the gifts He has given us, so I always keep food on our shelves to take care of my family. Plus, I can be a blessing and share with others from my stockpile! I always chose faith over fear. 🙏

[@researchbear4074]

Great deals.... don't buy canola oil, very very bad stuff

[@joyfullythriving]

Thanks for the tip!

[@Mrsmadison45]

Its not generic its Walmart Brand ❤

[@joyfullythriving]

😊

[@wannabe4668]

475 a week or a month?

[@joyfullythriving]

$475 a month is my current budget for our family of 6.

[@wannabe4668]

Five minutes into video I am thinking 475 per month

[@joyfullythriving]

Yep! $475 per month is my budget.

[@lucyalderman422]

People who have food allergies may not be able to use generic food products

[@joyfullythriving]

Very true but it isn't a problem for us. And that is the beauty of stockpiling! Everyone buys what their family eats! 😊

[@truncinesaulsberry9664]

I thought perches was 98 cents

[@joyfullythriving]

They used to be...but sadly, they have increased in price much like everything else. 😔

[@NOVAFrugalFamily]

I went to two Aldi to find penne and they were both out. I don’t do any stocking up outside of our normal monthly budget but penne is the main thing I am looking for right now. I am not sure what else I need but I did go through the pantry and try to clean things up so we are using up things we have. I just need to get through this busy season with eating meals at home and then I will figure out what else we need to stock for the winter months. Fingers crossed we can do it in budget.

[@joyfullythriving]

You can do it! I miss the days when there were always sales on pasta. I keep hoping Kroger will have a sale on pasta but it isn't happening. Sigh. Good job on getting things organized and eating through what you have! 👏

[@NOVAFrugalFamily]

@@joyfullythrivingit was so hard for me to pay full price for pasta but now I try to ignore. My go to price was always under $0.25 on pasta and cereal and that hasn’t been seen in years. We just stopped buying cereal and we all eat other things.

[@joyfullythriving]

@@NOVAFrugalFamily Oh, man. Those were the days, weren't they??? I miss those days. We buy A LOT less cereal than we used to as well. Honestly? My kids are asking for cereal less and less. We do pancakes and oatmeal most school mornings. Need to make some pumpkin bread and baked oatmeal again soon. I should suggest yogurt and granola for breakfast too. All more filling options, honestly, and cheaper too!