Food Pantry Haul & Food Bank Haul BLESSINGS! Frugal Living Vlog With Awesome Food Pantry Meals ENJOY

Welcome to my Food Pantry Haul & Meals video! The cost of living and the price of food has increased so much that many people use a food bank or food pantry to make ends meet. The food pantry is a great resource to obtain food and household supplies. There is no need to go hungry when there are great resources out there for everyone to use, if you qualify. I encourage you to apply to your local food pantry or food bank if you need help with groceries. Also, it's a great place to meet new people in the community. If you do not qualify for the food pantry or the food bank then please check out your local churches as that could be another option to get help.
Food Bank Hauls & Food Pantry Hauls Are Such A Blessing!
There is no shame in going to a food pantry, a food bank or a local church for help with groceries. The cost of food and the cost of living is high. If you have low-income, lower income or no income then the food pantry may be a great option for you! Inflation prices are rapidly increasing, so more people are using their community resources and programs than ever before. Using your local community resources to help offset the cost of food can help you stretch your paycheck further. Keep in mind that sometimes the food has gone bad. There are times I have received items from the food pantry that were spoiled. Sometimes the food is very out of date and not suitable. Please check the best by dates! If you receive spoiled items, then I'm sure it was an accident. Food banks and food pantries move a lot of inventory and there are times when the food has turned. They have a lot of food that comes through and they're not perfect. Volunteers help rotate and shelf products at the food pantry. Just keep your eye out for best by dates to make sure you are getting the best quality items you can find!
THE FRUGAL LIVING LIFESTYLE!
I live a frugal lifestyle. I shop sales and squirrel away supplies for winter. I am mindful to stock up on everyday items to save money in the long run so I can pay for daily living expenses like electricity. Every purchase I make is a financial investment in my future. It could be a bottle of water or a can of beans. Part of my frugal living lifestyle is using my local food pantry and shopping at thrift stores. Each organization has their own rules and if you qualify, you become a consumer to their program so please follow their rules so you can maintain a good relationship with your food pantry or food bank. I still have bills like everyone else and I budget according to my finances. Although I am considered financially poor or low-income, I do not feel poor. I eat well. I dress well. I have my basic needs met and I work to try to improve my life. Start where you are and work with what you've got!
Thank you for watching my food pantry haul video! It really means a lot to me to see everyone watching my videos. I enjoy making these videos to help others and show what is going on in the East Coast. I hope my meals inspire you to cook at home to save money. Look out for more videos in the future! And thank you to everyone that subscribed to my channel! It means so much to me! These are uncertain times, but you can be certain to plan, prepare and get stocked on essentials.
#frugalliving
#foodpantry
#foodbank

[@jboren5552]

When I’ve had a rough day, I binge watch your videos. Your sweet voice and simple activities are comforting!

[@CareFreeLivingChannel]

Thank you for watching! I enjoy making these videos and am very glad to know you find my channel comforting. Happy days are here!

[@ragdollpreppers2648]

I love the fireworks🎉🎉🎉

[@CareFreeLivingChannel]

Thank you! It was beautiful.

[@thisismstrina]

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[@CareFreeLivingChannel]

Hope you enjoyed my video! Thanks for watching!

[@christieflesch3750]

Love the lamp

[@sherrycrutchfield2890]

Ty for sharing the fire works with us. Loved the lamp you got from the dump and the bunny

[@CareFreeLivingChannel]

I'm glad you enjoyed it! The lamp has been fantastic, so glad I got it. Thank you for watching my video!

[@sallygordin2869]

Great video. Ty for sharing the fireworks with us. They are so beautiful 😍 Blessings 😊

[@CareFreeLivingChannel]

I'm happy you enjoyed the fireworks!

[@ritarichardson3881]

Sometimes you can make a big 😊😊stew with the veggies in your snack trays. Just chop and add them to water,meat and boulder. Id slice the Peruvian chicken in easy package and put it on rice or noodles to stretch the food out.

[@CareFreeLivingChannel]

@ritarichardson3881 That is a great idea, thank you! Soup and Stew season is ahead this Fall. It's a nice feeling to make a hearty stew. That Peruvian Chicken is so good! I've been stocking up on chicken broth for this winter to make yummy soups!

[@tinaengle8989]

I loved loved this video with all the different things bunny the rain fireworks your meals your new to you jars ! Good job.~Tink

[@CareFreeLivingChannel]

@tinaengle8989 Hi Tink! I'm so glad you liked it! The little bunny was adorable in person. I was surprised to get so close to him then he hopped away! The rain is much appreciated with the seasonal heat. I really wanted to share the fireworks because the colors were so pretty. Those ready to eat meals came in on time with this hot weather, it helped to be able to microwave! Those little jars came in handy, just right for the lemon slices!

[@lilniknak]

Thanks for the fireworks! They were beautiful!! I was at work(nursing home) and didnt get a chance to see any😢

[@CareFreeLivingChannel]

@lilniknak-3354 Awww thank you for watching my video and I'm glad the fireworks made you happy! The colors were so pretty!

[@ashlipope5079]

Great video. Loved the fireworks!

[@CareFreeLivingChannel]

@ashlipope5079 Thank you! I tried capturing the "best" parts of the fireworks. I'm working on a new video that will be out later this week!

[@hoosierpioneer]

Also I want to share I watch our local fireworks from my front lawn and don't have to park and walk a distance. My favorites are the ones that twinkle or squiggle and make fizzy sounds!

[@CareFreeLivingChannel]

@hoosierpioneer That’s the best seeing it from home! The fireworks were real pretty this year. I like the sparkly ones the most!

[@debracyphert5934]

I have really enjoyed your videos and good sense. Beautiful fireworks! Thank you ❤

[@CareFreeLivingChannel]

Thank you so much! I'm glad you're enjoying my videos. My 2-year anniversary on KZbin is this September. It's been a fun experience and learning a lot still. I'm happy you enjoyed the fireworks. Have a great night!

[@lorilxn1597]

I like cutting croissants in half, melt a little butter in skillet and warm up both sides of it. Really good especially if going stale

[@CareFreeLivingChannel]

@lorilxn1597 Oh that sounds like a good way to re-heat croissants! Thank you for your suggestion, I'll have to try that!

[@gwencorkum]

Greetings from Nova Scotia, Canada. I always enjoy your videos .

[@CareFreeLivingChannel]

@gwencorkum Thank you so much! I enjoy making these videos. It's wonderful to know folks from all over have a chance to watch!

[@kathymccoy5935]

Thanks for tip on lamp shade

[@CareFreeLivingChannel]

@kathymccoy5935 I'm glad you liked it! The lint roller is a good household cleaning tool.

[@kathymccoy5935]

Can u show some more things u do to have more space I it gives me ideas for my bedroom

[@CareFreeLivingChannel]

@kathymccoy5935 I will keep that in mind for an upcoming video! Thank you for letting me know what interests you! I may have an idea or two to share specific for bedroom storage.

[@Lil_Bie2]

For the powered sugar maybe find a 1 inch natural paint brush to brush it off the éclair part

[@CareFreeLivingChannel]

Good idea! Thank you so much!

[@Lil_Bie2]

@@CareFreeLivingChannel you're welcome

[@hoosierpioneer]

Nice variety of content this week. Still hoping you get a happy mail address for us. Maybe you can once you are monetized, not far off for you now!

[@CareFreeLivingChannel]

@hoosierpioneer Thank you! It was a big blessing to get so many salads and veggies! I am considering your P.o. box idea. It’s exciting to get closer to monetized, we shall see how it goes!

[@lisabartolo-landers]

Those masks are made very well. Beginning of 2021 not sure where else, but they were giving them away at the Seattle airport. No charge.

[@CareFreeLivingChannel]

@lisabartolo-landers Yes they do seem to be made well! Maybe the masks came all the way from the west coast. I'm glad to have them in my supplies, just in case!

[@karenjones1897]

your food pantry is pretty special. as are you! thanks for the show at the end. take care - i hope you get some good sunshine soon. we just had several HOT days so a little relief is so appreciated. that lamp was a fantastic find. good idea with the lint roller too.

[@CareFreeLivingChannel]

@karenjones1897 Awww thank you so much for your kind words! I am happy you liked the fireworks! The sun has returned and the summer heat is setting in. The lamp was a big surprise and I’m happy to have it! I hope you get a cool break soon in this summertime weather!

[@samanthashaw8329]

When I use eggs especially the ones in the soft biodegradable cardboard I just use my kitchen shears to cut that oart away and equal part of the lid If the lid wont stay shut i just put an elastic hair band around it I keep a pack of new hairbands in the kitchen just for securing lids better The foam egg cartons you can do the same thing but they are not biodegradable ir compostable they do make good seed starter pods though.

[@CareFreeLivingChannel]

@samanthashaw8329 That's a good idea on the hairbands and making the egg carton the size needed. Very clever, thank you for your suggestion. Also, keeping the egg cartons for gardening is another neat idea, thank you!

[@GrumpyGrandma2423]

I've found many good items at the dump.

[@CareFreeLivingChannel]

@GrumpyGrandma2423 Hi Lois! The dump is one of my favorite places to "shop". It makes hauling trash exciting because we might find something.

[@maryannrogers8675]

I enjoy your food pantry hauls and your meal plan. If you don’t mind telling your viewers: do you work outside the home or are you retired? (Not sure what your age is) Thank you for sharing the fireworks with us. They were so colorful

[@CareFreeLivingChannel]

@maryannrogers8675 Thank you! The fireworks were so pretty, it was a nice event to experience. My background story is kind of interesting. I am putting my efforts into this channel to try to have it "monetized". We shall see about that! Thank you for your question and I might address all of this in a future video!

[@lynellleviner6748]

I enjoyed your video. God bless!

[@CareFreeLivingChannel]

@lynellleviner6748 Thank you so much for watching my video. God Bless you, too!

[@judygriffing1276]

Hi Sarah! Another enjoyable video and what a super haul! Hope the rest of your week is good! 👋🏻

[@CareFreeLivingChannel]

@judygriffing1276 Hi Judy! Thank you, yes the haul has been a blessing! I enjoyed the ready to eat meals with the hot weather being able to heat and serve was very helpful! You have a great weekend, too!

[@junesanabria6655]

Are the meat balls shelf stable or refrigerated.,????

[@CareFreeLivingChannel]

@junesanabria6655 Good question! The meatballs are shelf stable, no refrigeration needed. Thank you for watching my video.

[@stacyfredette260]

Do you have a freezer on the mini fridge? 😊

[@CareFreeLivingChannel]

@stacyfredette260 Yes, the mini-fridge has a separate freezer up top! Thank you for watching my video! I have a new video coming out tonight around 7pm Eastern!

[@stacyfredette260]

I will look for it! Just discovered you a few weeks ago. Love how you use everything, admire the bright colors etc.

[@CareFreeLivingChannel]

@stacyfredette260 That's great! Thank you for being here. I really enjoy making meals from the food pantry ingredients and figuring out how to make it all fit in the mini-fridge!

[@gwencorkum]

27 ÷ 2 = 13 1/2 , isn't it ?

[@CareFreeLivingChannel]

@gwencorkum Yes indeed! My excitement for the Strawberry Eclair was so great that it threw off my math! Ha!

[@janellesart]

I was thinking that when you realized the error you would be happy to know that the eclair does less "damage" than you thought! LOL!! 😜

[@CareFreeLivingChannel]

@janellesart I am happy about the lower carbs, that is true!

[@terrylopez4420]

I enjoy your channel but........... Just get a plain cookie........too much scraping icing off and sugar.

[@CareFreeLivingChannel]

Thank you for watching my Channel!