FAMILY OF 12- GROCERY HAUL 🍅🥑 NYC 🗽 COSTCO & TRADER JOE'S

See what it takes to feed our family of 12 for a week!
We go to Costco and Trader Joe's in this video. We bring 8 of our kids along with us: Elijah (17) Naomi (14) Noah (12) Anna (11) Chloe (9) Enoch (6) Melody (4) and Moses (age 1)
This weeks meal plan:
Monday: Tuna Melts, Dinner: Fettucine Alfredo and Broccoli
Tuesday: Chilaquiles, Dinner: (4th of July) Hot Dogs, Potato Salad, Corn, Green Salad, Watermelon, Cake, Root Beer Floats
Wednesday: Pasta Marinera, Dinner: Chile and Corn Bread
Thursday: Baked Potatoes with Bacon, Lettuce and Tomato, Dinner: Lasagna, Baguette and Salad
Friday: Fresh Mozzarella Sandwiches, Dinner: Salmon, beets, Cous Cous, Arugula
Saturday: Sandwiches, (Ham & Cheese) Chips, Juice, Watermelon, Dinner: Chicken Legs, Artichokes, Harvest Blend
Sunday: Shish Kebabs & Rice, Dinner: Bean and Meat Nachos
Our family:
Marc 46
Amber 43
Josiah 20
Pearl 19
Elijah 17
Naomi 14
Noah 12
Anna 11
Chloe 9
Enoch 6
Melody 4
Moses 1

[@melgonz.6962]

The way your husband is so focused on getting the list completed while chaos ensues all around him 😂 I admire that ability

[@Chickennoodlesoup4you]

Ur husband is a man of few words but always on a mission. Moses is such a sweet baby. All the kids are so well mannered.

[@TheHappyCaravan]

🙏🙏❤️

[@dorianorenda3087]

To those making rude negative comments about how they can afford to live in NYC with 10 kids. Answer: It's none of your business. Amber, your family is doing a great job and there is lots of love to go around. Your family is amazing !

[@nancyfarkas3592]

It’s not rude. People are curious because New York is expensive and having ten kids is too.

[@budgetwithrenay2419]

Exactly, some families prioritize buying the latest label of clothes or shoes, this family prioritizes food and music. Their family, their choice!

[@tnleslie1]

Good things always come to good people. I admire you moving across the country for your children. They are each. So talented and y’all are giving them a great start. I live in the rural south. I only had one son and raised my two nieces. I left a very good government job to take care of them and be there fore the. My husband was a contractor. His business blew up. God provides

[@PreciousMarie-xj2od]

Aww your daughter is cute too!! “Mommy this is the best date I can find” such a helpful little girl!!!

[@TheHappyCaravan]

❤️❤️🙏Yes she is a sweetie!🥰

[@angelaame6148]

Awesome parents teaching their children the skills they will need to navigate this big world once on their own... So many parents cripple their children by doing everything for them... Then they go out into the world knowing nothing about shopping, budget's, nutrition or even how to care for a home on their own... I just found this family and I'm loving binge watching all the videos ❤❤

[@davisreed9002]

I think Naomi really likes making desserts and has learned a lot

[@hoosierladyus48]

Amber, when you said Spanish Harlem, it reminded me of the song by Ben E King, "There is a Rose in Spanish Harlem." It's about a rose that grows through the concrete in the city, always shaded from the sun. The singer is enchanted by this beautiful flower and dreams of taking it to his garden. I look forward to your shopping hauls every week. I love how the kids prance off to the food court and get their pizza or whatever they decide to eat. Such a joy to see kids so well behaved, especially in these days and time. I am going to have to go to Trader Joes. I have never been there and so many people say they really like it. Thank you all so much for sharing.

[@rachellilley1518]

I am pleased to see your family is well-behaved and respectful and helpful .....don't see that much anymore. Great video

[@TheHappyCaravan]

🙏❤️

[@carolrodenbeck2381]

I love your shopping videos and watching your well-mannered children and focused on the mission husband. So great! I also love seeing what you and/or your hubby cooks for dinner all week. It is very inspiring because I'm always looking for new and interesting ideas. Would you ever do a video showing us your process for planning your menu for the week and making your grocery lists? All the best to you and your family!

[@TheHappyCaravan]

Thank you! Yes my planning isn’t very elegant 😅 but I will definitely try!❤️

[@MsWDWFAN1]

Enjoy your grocery vlogs! Your children are so well behaved. So cute that Moses tries to keep up with the older kids.

[@PreciousMarie-xj2od]

I still can’t get over how cute Moses is!! You guys are so lucky!!

[@VikingUffDa]

I used to put my 3 in one cart and had a 2nd cart for groceries. They had me put some lighter but bulkier groceries like paper towels in the cart with them and they loved to hide under them and pop up to ‘surprise’ other shoppers. Fun memories.

[@kimm778]

Great job feeding your large family healthy and nutrious meals with just the right amount of indulgences 😄 (we all need them!) Prioritizing healthy food pays off in the long run!

[@TheHappyCaravan]

🙏🙏❤️

[@naturalsimpleliving]

I am watching and making dinner for my crew. Love supporting your family. Sending love from Wisconsin!💕

[@TheHappyCaravan]

Aw thank you! ❤️❤️❤️🙏 Have a lovely dinner!

[@cherylduncan5158]

Your husband is great at organizing the grocery cart!

[@caroldenisefrans9445]

Love going shopping 🛒🛒 with you guys - your darling children are so disciplined!

[@TheHappyCaravan]

🙏❤️

[@emilyjoerger8964]

I love watching your fam and getting meal prep ideas. I’m the oldest of a homeschooled family of six and now have my own little family. And I was also a piano major in college! You guys remind me of my family although you’re twice the size 😆 thanks for sharing!

[@emilyjoerger8964]

I guess total family of eight 😆

[@TheHappyCaravan]

❤️❤️❤️

[@PerilousRainbow]

Fun fact about butter, it’s similar to wine in that what goes into the cow affects the cream, the time of year, there’s a lot of things that can affect the quality of butter. I’m from PA so at a young age we get spoiled with what super fresh good butter tastes like, and grass fed from the markets is pretty close.

[@TheHappyCaravan]

Wow that’s interesting!

[@katieg.6831]

Tip for watermelon is the bigger the yellow spot ,the better watermelon 🍉!!❤️❤️❤️❤️ Always love your grocery trips!!

[@TheHappyCaravan]

Thank you for the tip!❤️

[@golden.baby.carolyn.foster]

I always heard that expecting mothers have a special glowing beauty about them and you are radiant!! May God bless your baby and you and all your family. 🙏✝️👼😇🌹🌸🌷🎼🎹🎻🚼

[@TheHappyCaravan]

Aw thank you!❤️

[@dorothymeyer693]

Living in New York City going to the store, I can’t imagine! Love your videos.

[@claudiarodgers7893]

It helps to flip the little seat up so the items don’t slide out.

[@christinad132]

I can’t wait to see what’s for dinner this week👏👏🌻🎵🎼🎹💕

[@janicekamonin7596]

I just saw your menus for the week Amber. Everything sounds delicious. ❤😋😋

[@TheHappyCaravan]

❤️❤️🙏

[@Sith_Mimi]

I love these Costco trips! I hope your appointment went well today ❤️🙏🏼

[@TheHappyCaravan]

🙏🙏❤️Thank you! Yes! I think baby is ok! I will make a video about it.❤️

[@marykirkpatrick9382]

​@@TheHappyCaravanPraise God 🙏!! I've thought about you all day!! ❤️

[@TheHappyCaravan]

🙏🙏❤️

[@leslierussell9317]

Love watching your grocery hauls!!

[@michellewilson4815]

Another exciting shopping 🛍️🛍️ adventure.

[@lanavives91]

Moss is cute when he was eating is snack 😊 all the kids helped their mom with shopping it was nice to see

[@katieg.6831]

I hope you make a what's for dinner video!! Your meal plan as always sounds delicious!! kisses from Greece ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@TheHappyCaravan]

❤️🙏❤️🙏🥰

[@SadieGrace]

I just love watching your family out for groceries!! All of your children are so polite❤ Thank you for sharing❣️

[@shawnawilliamson2074]

I thank u for taking us along with ya'll.I really enjoy seeing the ddnt kind of items and etc.Your kids are so helpful and well mannered. Have a bless week.Looking forward to more cooking vlogs

[@TheHappyCaravan]

❤️❤️❤️

[@bargainbudgeter3689]

I absolutely love your channel and your grocery haul videos are my favorite!

[@TheHappyCaravan]

Aw thank you!🙏❤️

[@allabremer6173]

You could put the peaches in a brown paper bag for a day and then check them they get ripe in the brown paper bag

[@budgetwithrenay2419]

Yes, the same goes for very green avocados.

[@magedabdulaziz]

your family is so lovely

[@kaylamorse769]

Enjoyed another shopping trip! Love from a new yorker transplanted in Alaska 😊

[@TheHappyCaravan]

🙏🙏🙏❤️

[@abhijitachatterji6097]

You have a such a wonderful family,

[@mswnderwman]

Your daughters all have such beautiful hair.

[@TheHappyCaravan]

🙏🙏❤️

[@kristinm7388]

Moses is a sweet baby !!! How are u feeling momma bear ? Take care of yourself and your family !!!

[@laetitiaperrin6557]

J adore vos vidéos et votre famille gros bisous de France ❤😊

[@TheHappyCaravan]

Merci!❤️❤️🙏

[@cumberlandquiltchic1]

Im a fragrance free girl too! Ii like very faint, very particular fragrances. Very few scents, so I like that don’t give me sinus issues or headache. . I’ve only ever worn Jessica McClintock perfume, since high school. I only wear it on special occasions and it’s a tiny mist that I spray and walk through. Lol

[@cumberlandquiltchic1]

I hear you can get a hot dog and drink for $1.50 there. Not sure if they charge that in NYC, but I hope so. Sounds like a deal and I hear it’s a good hot dog.

[@monahardy978]

Im new here..How long have u been in new york and how long did it take u to get comfortable with the size of the city and the hustle and bustle. I love❤ your neighborhood the appt. building's are so cool..im so suprised u have a back yard how nice for the kids.. your meals are so delicious looking. Fun videos seeing how a big family thrives!!

[@marykirkpatrick9382]

Thinking of you today, Amber. ❤️

[@TheHappyCaravan]

Thank you!🙏❤️

[@lucindabutler1100]

Hi Amber, I am really enjoying your videos, I would be very interested to see how you cook artichokes! I made a couple of your recipes last week 👍 Have a great week! 🥰🥰

[@TheHappyCaravan]

Thank you! I am going to try to bake them in tin foil. I’ve never done that before but I am excited to see if it works! I’ll let you know.❤️

[@lucindabutler1100]

@@TheHappyCaravan 💖

[@budgetwithrenay2419]

My family,( from California), use to steam them then serve with aioli-style dip. We would peel off the outer leaves, dip it, then scrape the yummy,” meat” with our teeth, eventually reaching the heart!

[@lucindabutler1100]

@@budgetwithrenay2419 Oh thanks 😊 x 😋

[@lucindasutt7365]

Maybe having your Baker picking out a recipe, and then writeing out her own list, then discuss with you or Dad, then do all the shopping for it. She is not learning the most important skill of planning the cost. Just my opinion. Seems so confusing for everyone. I love that x she is learning. She does a wonderful job.🎉❤🎉. Happy Forth.

[@TheHappyCaravan]

She does actually write her own list!

[@kathrynbroome5966]

just seen your vlogg for the first time enjoyed the one i sae watched 3 more and sorry there all the same you get motly the same things so not for me bit boring wish u luck with life x

[@dianeolivier6015]

My favorite family !

[@TheHappyCaravan]

🙏❤️

[@shaz2868]

I can’t stand food shopping but I like to watch large family do a weekly shop 😂

[@TheHappyCaravan]

❤️❤️❤️

[@LoboLady2007]

On those fresh mozzarella sandwiches, get some pesto and tomato’s and make capresa sandwiches instead!!!

[@TheHappyCaravan]

Wow that sounds yummy!

[@jenstewark8087]

If you are concerned about the asparagus going bad trim the bottoms and put in glass jar with a bit of water in and lightly cover with a bag

[@TheHappyCaravan]

Wow thanks for the advice!❤️

[@budgetwithrenay2419]

The same goes for fresh cilantro. I cover the jar with a thin produce bag and place a rubber band over it leaving plenty of room at the top. They will last one to two weeks!

[@kimtuiai605]

Love ur channel love to see ur potato salad and where u store u food

[@marykirkpatrick9382]

I think you guys do better when the big kids stay home (spend less)😂😂

[@TheHappyCaravan]

Haha yes!😅 They always find new snacks I didn’t know existed.❤️

[@rhondamckinley4373]

I've never seen a little eat seaweed like Moses! Chocolate but not seaweed. 😊

[@katherinemay9131]

You might want to look into food boats instead of paper plates. They seem to be cheaper and you get more .

[@monahardy978]

What are food boats?

[@katherinemay9131]

@@monahardy978 the disposable paper concession trays you might get your hot dog or nachos served on. They come in various sizes and can hold 2-3 lbs of food depending on size. They are more economical to purchase for snacks and simple meals.

[@brechtverfremdung2026]

Any updates on baby 11? Praying!

[@TheHappyCaravan]

Yes! I think baby is ok! I’m making a video about it.❤️❤️❤️

[@tamekadavis9051]

New subscriber I really enjoy groceries shopping vlog and haul and I like you'll thanks for sharing

[@SAPlaysRoblox]

Awesome video and yummy food have good night have a good thoughts and dreams about all of us while you sleep and lots of hugs to you all sweet dearest friends The Happy Caravan ❤️😊

[@GgrandMmamaLlama]

I’m so impressed by your meal planning and the variety. I’m such a boring cook and I don’t plan 🤦🏼‍♀️

[@TheHappyCaravan]

Thank you! I used to not plan too but I found I sometimes wasted food that I bought so planning helped with that.

[@ncpdelrosario2122]

Interesting grocery haul for this week 😊 Thank you for sharing Amber. 🥰 Mo you are super adorable! 😍 Have a nice weekend fam ❤️❤️❤️

[@TheHappyCaravan]

Thank you!❤️🙏

[@alanparadise3139]

Hi Amber you're awesome and so sweet. I love your enthusiasm for always being positive in everything you all do and having a great time doing it in your video's. My favored times with you all is when the Family go's grocery shopping at Costco and Trader Joe's even Target. I Like seeing the Kido's ask Mom for their snacks and getting to sample all the samples they like to try. And when Mo wants to help with holding the items to put them in the cart. Or when SWEET MELODY asks Mommy so politely if she can have something she wants. Or when Melody wants to hold the bags as a big girl to be with Chloe and Anna in the group. She's so Cute. Love🥰you Melody. What will Naomi get to whip up her next dessert, I love it when she gets an idea an makes her next creation. Hi sweet Naomi. She's not only a amazing violinist, she's a little Ms.🧑‍🍳 Betty Crocker in the kitchen. Mo is at it again wants to be on camera.. Melody got her threats for the week. And there they go to the Food court to get their Yummies to eat. You guys really pack the cart up this week. WOW $616 Yep! those snacks really add up guys 🤣😊 Keep us wanting to see more of all you awesome shopping Hauls. Until next video. Keep safe Peace and Sweet Blessings. 😇❤❤❤❤❤❤🙏🙏

[@TheHappyCaravan]

Aw thank you so much!❤️🙏🥰

[@tribalwoman138]

I have a question not related to food. Amber do you play the mandolin? I noticed in one of the shorts you had a mandolin in your hands. And does Marco play an instrument ? Thank you❤

[@natwow4019]

I wish u guys did a aldi run. It has plenty of organic stuff

[@TheHappyCaravan]

Our Aldi is quite small but I still want to check it out!❤️

[@AlyssaDawnWhaley]

This is my dream 😆🥹

[@oliviachen5419]

I miss seeing your kids taste test the samples at Costco

[@TheHappyCaravan]

Yes! It’s hard to get there early enough haha!😅

[@Amadorcrew]

I have no idea how you can afford groceries 😔. Most of my kids are grown and living on their own. I only have 2 at home now plus my uncle so for 5 of us my groceries with inflation are about $250 a week. I used to be able to get a week's worth of groceries for $140. Love all your videos 💜 can't wait for the next one.

[@kaylamorse769]

Were in Alaska. Family of 6 with a $200 weekly budget. Our food budget has not changed even through pandemic or inflation.

[@TheHappyCaravan]

Yes! Inflation has really been surprising. Also the local grocery stores around here don’t have deals because the rent for the stores and cost of labor is really high. I imagine things may go down in price. (At least I’m hoping so!)

[@Amadorcrew]

​@@kaylamorse769prices must not have gone up where u are. I think my issue is a lot of the off brand items are no longer available or hard to find. I'm also finding fresh veggies are not lasting more than a day or two I don't know why. So I make multiple trips in a week. Never had that issue before.

[@janjiguere638]

Amber we had homemade Chili tonight it was delicious 😊😊

[@fayejacobs1043]

Seems like a 2nd cart would be a lot easier for ya'll

[@lorisullivan327]

Do you find the prices similar to California? 💸 💸💸 Pearl is a sweetie calling you all 🩵 I hope she has a great time! Not sure if she’ll have explore time there- Tim Horton’s is the bomb! I have discovered dry figs, I like them so much better than fresh… 😊 Did you have a good fourth? I went to Boston for a Red Sox game - they lost but Fenway is amazing 😍Did Marc find a job yet? Still praying! Have a great weekend!

[@TheHappyCaravan]

Aw thank you yes! Marc found a job. Such an answer to prayers! Yes prices are pretty similar. But for some reason there doesn’t seem to be specials here. I’m not sure why, maybe flyers are not permitted here.

[@lorisullivan327]

@@TheHappyCaravan yaaay!! Thank You Jesus! Connecticut is pretty steep too ☺️

[@tinafry6769]

Hi. In your area do you have a big farmers market? If so, I’d love to see it

[@TheHappyCaravan]

I have heard of them! I want to see if they have one!

[@janjiguere638]

I want to make some of your soups... ❤️

[@joangelaparker2845]

When a child is not in cart , and your putting groceries in the seat , where child sits , just raise seat part , and it’s safer so your can and glass food may not fall out , it covers where the child legs hang out !

[@lizcromwell1899]

How did dr appt go have been thinking about you all day .

[@TheHappyCaravan]

Thank you! I think the baby is ok! I’m making a video about it!❤️

[@aconforto5459]

Just a question but would it not be more economical to make your own cookies and tomato sauce I agree Walmart may be more economical Get water bottles and not buying cases at Costco Did not notice recycling with garbage day

[@TheHappyCaravan]

Maybe!

[@budgetwithrenay2419]

Naomi or Chloe often make cookies from scratch.

[@GeorgiaPeach87]

Please share the potato salad recipe if you can. 😋

[@Nancy19808]

Have you ever used the yogurt setting on the instant pot and made Greek yogurt from Greek yogurt (as a starter with milk?)

[@TheHappyCaravan]

I definitely want to try!

[@BeverlySmithJohnson]

How do you make fresh mozzarella sandwiches?

[@monahardy978]

I wanna know too! Sounds delish

[@VikingUffDa]

What did your family do for the 4th of July? Was there a parade and fireworks nearby?

[@TheHappyCaravan]

Yes! We got to see some fireworks and Josiah marched in a historical parade.❤️

[@nataliamiranda8858]

Are there farmer markets in new york? And if so, is it better buying from a store?

[@TheHappyCaravan]

I have heard there are some. I think the prices are pretty high but I definitely want to go check them out though!

[@laurayost7567]

My grandson calls pirates booty . Booty puffs 😂😂😂😂

[@AlbertSnail]

How do keep all the fruit and veg fresh along with the bread and usual items that need to be in the fridge/freezer

[@PreciousMarie-xj2od]

Bread gets bad in the freezer.. makes the bread hard

[@TheHappyCaravan]

It’s pretty tricky because we just have one normal sized fridge so we have to plan well.

[@peggysuegiggles9383]

do you have an aldi around your area.

[@rebeccalathrop7802]

Amber is this the only store u shop at. Do u have a Walmart near by.

[@TheHappyCaravan]

We don’t have a Walmart here. We do have a Target. The food prices at Target are higher though usually. Although we can find some unique products there.

[@rebeccalathrop7802]

@@TheHappyCaravan ok Walmart could give u a cheaper option. If u had one.

[@johnnyrabenold6133]

There’s a Walmart super center directly across the river from Harlem.

[@TheHappyCaravan]

In New Jersey?

[@gretaz1502]

Do you sew? Wondering where you buy the girl’s clothes

[@TheHappyCaravan]

I do sew some but Pearl actually is much better than me and will often make clothes for the other kids.

[@rebeccalathrop7802]

Trader Joe's reasonable for that amount of food for that price

[@sherryloveshiking2175]

All of your children are very vocal ; even Moses, but I've never heard Noah say anything!

[@TheHappyCaravan]

Noah is pretty quiet❤️

[@kerolives]

I was thinking the same thing. He seems so calm. 💙

[@budgetwithrenay2419]

Noah reminds me more of his dad’s demeanor.

[@mrs.p6128]

How long have you lived in NYC?

[@TheHappyCaravan]

1 year❤️

[@CharlesTremblay-hj6qc]

you need to think outside the box to grow your channel

[@CharlesTremblay-hj6qc]

why are you not making cookies from scratch

[@malisajohnson7250]

Not sure why the carts are so small there.

[@justadreamer1029]

Omg how can you afford living in NY with so many kids? Where in NY do you live?? Lucky.

[@TheHappyCaravan]

We live in Harlem so it’s a little less expensive!❤️

[@sheilaankrom965]

I don't think I would like New York,,, isn't it expensive to live there?

[@TheHappyCaravan]

It is expensive unfortunately, but we live in Harlem so it’s a little better.

[@kristinm7388]

Is 616 high ?

[@suzannesahl1699]

I think in order to answer that question. You have to know what you are actually asking. Are you asking if that's too high of a price for what they paid? Or is that too high for a week's worth of groceries for 10 people? You really can't use that figure for a week's worth of groceries because they went to another store in which I believed it was over three hundred dollars.

[@NikkiWinn]

This is for a week?????!!!!!!

[@nancyfarkas3592]

They have nine kids. They eat a lot. Especially since they are home all day

[@NikkiWinn]

@@nancyfarkas3592 yeah it makes sense but I thought it was a month before reading the description lol. It’s a lot of money to have that many children .

[@budgetwithrenay2419]

@NickiWinn, so don’t have that many, geez!🙄

[@jenstewark8087]

What’s pearl doing in Canada

[@TheHappyCaravan]

She is at a string festival studying music, and also playing.

[@jenstewark8087]

Wonderful From a fellow Canadian here

[@tangodaze]

@@TheHappyCaravanis she at Banff?

[@purselady7323]

I just can’t…

[@lkav1313]

Could be worse? $1000/week is pretty high.

[@johnnyrabenold6133]

$4000 per month in groceries

[@barbaralent5559]

It appears that way and they dont seem to look for specials plus the kids add to the shopping cart without a worry. Its mind boggling to say the least.

[@rominava7835]

​​​@@barbaralent5559.. plus the regular household necessities like toilet paper,.... laundry detergent which is quite expensive.....these large families do leave many unanswered questions.....🤔

[@TheHappyCaravan]

Unfortunately in NYC there are not any specials. The local stores don’t have any unfortunately. I think the rent for the stores and the cost of labor here is too high for stores to offer deals.

[@suzannesahl1699]

When I go shopping it takes a few hours to make the list. Because I try to go through the ads to see what is special and then put them on the list if it's something that can be part of a meal for the week. Then I look to see online what electronic coupons I have. The store that I shop at sends me coupons so I matched the coupons with whatever is on sale and then I do most of my shopping on the first Wednesday of the month and yet the senior ten percent discount. The last time I went shopping. The bill was over a $160 and $70 of that was taken off the bill, and I saved almost fifty percent of the original bill. So are you saying you don't have anything like that?

[@TheHappyCaravan]

No there are no flyers or coupons here. I’m not sure why. In California we always had that.

[@rominava7835]

With inflation how do u survive...?...you must be very wealthy to afford so many children n a weekly high food budget..... plus all the extras like health insurance.... Etc......God forbid our economy doesn't tank n prices go up even higher....you live a risky life....😱

[@barbaralent5559]

I wondered the same thing as when husband was not working $9000 rent monthly and $4000 groceries without anything else they advised they were living on savings ummmm!

[@johnnyrabenold6133]

@@barbaralent5559 No way do people living off savings spend that blithely. Rent plus groceries alone is $156K per year.

[@rominava7835]

You would think as Christians God would give them some common sense.....eh..?...

[@suzannesahl1699]

I think a lot us have some of the same questions, just curious without judging. I think she'll come on and answer these questions because she's pretty good at addressing such issues.

[@barbaralent5559]

@@johnnyrabenold6133 I totally agree but did ask her that question and she gave me the answer. Plus remember they also have Utilities, car rego and insurance, maintenance and gas, kids clothing and shoes. I cannot fathom it out som thing does not add up. They don’t seem to do Crockpot meals etc but can utilise two packets of Salmon.

[@deborahpullen9940]

OMG, you probably spent more on bread and chocolate than most families spend on all their groceries. Most people don't buy all premium products.

[@TheHappyCaravan]

Trader Joe’s bread and chocolate is actually very reasonably priced at least for this city. At our local supermarket, the price is much higher.