LARGE Costco Family Grocery Shop W/ Me & Haul | Alaska Prices $$$

[@deannawiederhold3326]

A piece of advice when you have a purse buckle it in with the child belt 💖

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

I do! I didn’t show it this time but I think it’s a good tip!

[@carolgoode8960]

I worked at Costco for over 32 years. Retired in 2019, right before the pandemic! Anyway when you are shopping by yourself, at the door, register and exit door you can ask for help shopping, loading at register and loading in car. I just worry about all the lifting you are doing. Even 8 cans of corn can get heavy after a while! Take care and happy holidays to you and your family!

[@HelenDickenson-xl9dl]

Looking well lauren. Love watching u doing shopping. Missing your shopping buddy. You are getting tired after all your shopping. £525 ❤❤❤

[@justashton255]

Love to you all Lauren❤ your channel is a huge reminder to all to be kind! You never know what someone is going through. To everyone else you look like a nice lady that just needs some groceries. They wouldn't know anything about what you've been battling. You're a warrior.

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

That is so kind of you to say and so true! We don't know what people are going through and a smile and a kind word goes a long way! Thanks for watching!

[@brilliantbutblue]

Well said ❤

[@PepperplacewithShawna]

Thank you Lauren. Take it easy. If I do a Costco trip, I am exhausted, and I am not carrying a child! The boys and Mark are remarkable. Love and prayers to you all.

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

I made sure this was my only activity for the day! Thanks for watching!

[@None979]

Just watching this makes me want to take a nap! 😂 Also grateful my kids are grown as I feel for parents trying to feed their kids at the high prices!

[@cherylmcconnell3167]

The couple in Costco that said nice catch were awesome 😄. Chef Everett and his moose “pasketti” 😂😂 so cute 🥰

[@siameselady52]

I’m eager to see your freezer meals! I love doing that for the winter.

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Coming soon!

[@judithbutler9695]

Awesome job mom! When your sons marry their wives are going to love you even more for teaching your sons to cook! Team work makes the dream work🙌🏻🙌🏻❤️❤️❤️

[@kimberleyg4657]

Oil isn't the reason spaghetti noodles don't stick. The oil floats above the water while the noodles are below. What prevents the noodles from sticking is stirring often. Oil only helps after draining and tossing with oil. I was a cook in the army.

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

You are so right. I was saying yes without really thinking.

[@carolmasters1305]

Lovely to see you Lauren, hope your well, please take care, .❤🎉

[@OnaMuir]

I do many freezer meals, mostly with leftovers, such as pot pie, shepards pie, pasta bakes, soup (!). However, I am cooking for two! And my Mom is 93 - I think Everett eats more than she does. You look and sound wonderful. Glad you chose the blue/green pull over. Color! 🥰

[@ClareHamilton007]

Hello to you all from Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@Elizabeth-rh1hl]

I love how you teach all your children to cook and do chores around the house. They will be much more independent and thankful later on. Even Everett is learning to cook and seems to enjoy it. 😊

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

He has really shown a ton of interest in cooking lately, I love having him help!

[@Elizabeth-rh1hl]

@@ThisAlaskaLife Nice!

[@alexachenbach821]

You have Really good Boys❤

[@sherrywhitmore7594]

What a sweetheart you are. Your children are so lucky.

[@KevinChristiansen-i2q]

Great video Lauren

[@karengabbard-w6i]

Hello Lauren So good to see you on a Costco haul. That little Everett is such a cutie. You have a wonderful week. ❤️❤️😇

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Thanks for watching!!

[@shannoninalaska]

I agree. Everett is SO adorable and such a sweet, precious little boy. He is going to go from the baby of the household to being replaced by the upcoming baby girl. I hope he doesn't feel displaced too much. 😕

[@kimmberlie573]

Good morning Lauren. Hope you’re feeling well. Continued blessings for you and your family.

[@1Staggs]

Those icy roads are so scary, you guys have a lot of practise every year, but please be careful. That peppermint hot chocolate sounds really good !! I'm glad the boys could help out with the groceries ❤

[@SadieGrace]

Good morning, Lauren ❤ Happy to see you out and making your Costco Haul. Take care on those slippery roads😊

[@denisemoskala255]

It was great to see you Lauren. That was a huge haul for you to do. I bet you were exhausted after that!

[@lladora925]

I watch your videos at work, Alaska life seems so calm and soothing. New subscriber here

[@sandraadams4940]

It doesnt calm me to think of those prices.

[@mommyandme2017]

Not that you need any praise, but… you’re doing an amazing job raising your boys! It’s so refreshing to see children, especially boys, doing what it takes to keep a family going. I’ve raised my son, now 21, to be the same way and I’m raising my 6 year old daughter the same way! Our world can be a scary place sometimes… and it’s so nice to see you and your boys doing such a great job! Hugs!

[@michellewilson4815]

Lauren an amazing job with your Costco haul. Everett did and amazing job with making dinner. And he got so excited about the lentils. Great job boys helping mom.

[@rondamcbride6607]

You are looking so amazing. It turned a little cold finally in New Mexico. Blessings and lots of love to all 🥰

[@rbrb9404]

Love watching your nesting take place. Keep nesting for your family as you invite a new member into your family over the winter months 😊

[@Heather_Z22]

i would love to watch a taste test video. Your boys would absolutely love that!

[@kerrylynnparsons7879]

A big haul!!! Lots of delicious meals to be made!!! 🥰❤️🎶🙏🇨🇦

[@dawnkanouse745]

If you ever needed ground beef again, ask the guys in the back for a round of ground beef. It’s cheaper, you get 10 pounds and they usually have 93/7 which for us is perfect since our family of 5 is a game family too.

[@shirleywarner8831]

I could hear the exhaustion in your voice, shopping is a lot of work and more when your pregnant. Praying for your family.

[@clairevagonis1873]

You’re so lucky your boys are such a help. Such good boys.

[@bridgetgreene2457]

Good Morning Lauren and family ! It sure makes a difference when you don’t have to buy meat at the store , but sometimes you just have to. Always enjoy shopping with you and seeing the different prices and things you have in Alaska compared to Tennessee. Blessings to you all!

[@janetfaircloth208]

Morning Hamm family….Try not to overdo things…it’s hard. I am 73 with a shoulder replacement in my future but it’s hard to not do things that I always have. Take care..we love you guys.

[@tammybabcock4802]

Good afternoon Lauren and Mark and family and thank you for sharing your beautiful day

[@joanngreen7059]

Good morning Lauren God bless you and your precious baby girl. Hello Lloyd and hello to Lloyd's mom. The boys are such a big help I love that Everett loves lentils ❤

[@marywells1197]

I love to get fruit from Harry and David! Their pears are amazing! They also have some great cheesecake!

[@doloresmceachren9871]

Hunter is such a sweetie all the kids are Everett is a pet.

[@annaking9213]

I enjoyed shopping with you. Take care of you.

[@susieast450]

This is why it's so important that we use subsistence in Alaska because the prices will gouge you 😂 We live on a lot of fish, moose, deer, caribou and anything else we can get our hands on. Not everyone can live here. Especially in more remote areas. It takes a tough person to live the Alaska lifestyle 😅

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

It is for sure not for everyone. I would say people tend to LOVE it or hate it here, not much in between. I am always thankful for any meat that we do get!

[@Mrick1549]

Im not sure how I started watching this but I love the channel! Im watching from Philadelphia PA and I was really expecting prices to be a lot higher. Anyway keep up the great content !!

[@PioloPablo-h2g]

Hello Lauren I'm jing from the Philippines...I'm an avid fan of ours. I always watched ur vlogs..ur my stress reliever...just by watching ur vlogs makes me happy...God bless Lauren and ur family...❤

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Thank you so much!! We are grateful to have you here.

[@Kathleensailorgirl]

Lauren you are truly amazing , that was a huge Cosco haul. Thanks for sharing your beautiful family Love and daily prayers for all of you 💕💕💕🙏🙏🙏🥰

[@pjk1714]

Lauren, that was a haul at your stage. You might consider ordering a quarter side of beef or check the box programs for grass fed beef which often have chicken too. Per lbs it's often half the price you spent for more. The boys are older now, consider getting help splitting a list after school. Like that top, hope it fits. Your weather similar to ours. Not sure what's happening next.❄️🇨🇦

[@ItsmeMaureen]

Today i went from the wooden stairs with damp socks. I was wearing a vacuum cleaner. I slipt from the top and fell to to bottom. I have a lot of bruises and pain. Not fun! I should have worn slippers

[@normalincoln8502]

Hi Lauren, great video. Love seeing the difference in AK to the lower 48.. But you can never beat the beauty that Alaska has... Good to see you smiling. ❤

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Thanks for watching!

[@claudialaquidara9723]

Great job! Glad you're waiting for help carrying things. I can't wait to see the freezer meals. Stay well. That ice looks so dangerous!

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

I know my limits and carrying it all up the stairs is where I have to stop!! The ice in the neighborhoods is so bad, I am so grateful for a garage to park in. Thankfully all the parking lots have been graveled and plowed and are not nearly as icy!

[@carolannbrake4896]

I know what is like having expensive groceries bills, lol. I have 3 boys & I was taking care of my Dad. That's been quite a few years now, as we are empty nesters now & my Dad is no longer with us, but we did have 18 years of him living with us! I miss having a full house! I'm blessed to have 2 sons still living closing by and one is in Ontario, Canada. Looking forward to them all being here for Christmas! Take care and take it easy! Looking forward to seeing your meal preps!

[@prettypurplebunny6163]

Good to see you out and about. I know that you need to feed your family. I worry when I see you picking up and pushing all that weight though. Please be careful and take care of yourself. Sending hugs to you, Mark, the boys and your sweet baby girl that is going to look gorgeous when she is able to wear one of those beautiful purple dresses. Can you tell it's my favorite color? LOL! 💗🤗🤟

[@donnamacleod2947]

Wow,what a big grocery haul! Meat is so expensive, but so is everything! So great that the boys are helping you Lauren!

[@lindathomson3274]

Oh my…that was a huge shop for you Lauren…but you handled it like a pro….just a wee bit concerned about you being out of breath… but I’m sure you know your limits….happy the boys helped lift everything in the house for you ❤

[@sciwolf359]

So happy you and your sweet baby girl had a fun shopping day at Cisco. Can’t wait to see her tasting all the samples for the first time with you and to see her pick out her first Christmas dress. She’ll be a little Christmas princess

[@AlaskaMyHeart]

I don’t think I could function without Costco. However your store has soooo much more than mine!

[@beckyherbstreith8036]

Have a great weekend be blessed careful and safe

[@rachelhawkins7254]

i’m glad to see you are enjoying your day out. i never been to Alaska but i heard it’s beautiful there. we had ice and snow here yesterday in Missouri on the farm it’s beautiful here on the farm. Have a wonderful day.

[@shannoninalaska]

I bet it is beautiful there! ❤

[@pattaylor8955]

Hi Lauren, that was a big haul. It definitely makes a difference when you have to buy meat along with everything else. Can’t wait to see the freezer meal video. I’m always looking for new ideas. You look good and I’m very thankful to your boys helping you unload. I tend to leave everything that I can for my son and DIL to bring in. Still praying for you and baby girl. Love to you all ❤

[@marilynbrown2297]

Bananas in my town in Missouri are 68 cents for a bundle of them!!!!!!! Food is a lot cheaper here and that is not by the pound either lol

[@sallymarkay3210]

I'm looking forward to seeing all your freezer meals. You did awesome today! That was a big shopping haul!!!

[@lynnebrown-hardy1566]

Looking forward to freezer meal video! Incredible how much your Costco bill jumped with the little bit of meat you bought

[@samhouston1979]

may God bless your family

[@nancylong886]

Enjoyed going with you to Costco. Can't wait to see your freezer meals. That will be interesting. You have an amazing family. God Bless you and your family.

[@mamabird2045]

Sending Love to you all. ♥️🙏♥️🙏♥️

[@mamabird2045]

Great Video! ♥️🙏😊♥️

[@tarras3292]

Thank you so much for sharing your Grocery shopping adventure and it is very relaxing I appreciate you and I could tell that baby girl is growing ❤❤❤❤

[@rajimac]

I honestly don’t know how you can afford to live in Alaska. Things seem so expensive. I’m in Ireland and think we are expensive . But I couldn’t imagine surviving in Alaska. I keep thinking about both of your baby girls, the one who will join you and her twin who you’ll never forget. It’s a special journey for you all , tough and exciting st the same time. Sending love.

[@brandihesse1562]

We have higher wages here so that helps tremendously.

[@betsyjohnson9213]

Her husband is rich 😬

[@melanieguy7199]

​@@betsyjohnson9213😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@shirleyvalentine2794]

Don’t forget she earns an income from this channel and they also rent out the apartment when her parents are away

[@cherylmcconnell3167]

It’s even more expensive here in Canada 😬

[@sarahcopeland1494]

Loved this ! Cant wait to see your freezer meals vlog. Love you all &.continue to pray for you. ❤❤❤❤

[@alexachenbach821]

Hope you are doing good😊

[@karlaruter3221]

Nice catch Lauren and so many of us would love to help you with shopping ECT. You have an amazing family. Please just take it easy. Meat breaks the bank for many of us. I hope one of your friends are able to share some meat with you. God bless you 😊.

[@cindyb6006]

Hey in Alaska! I’m in Western North Carolina. Close to the Tennessee border. In the Blue Ridge and Great Smoky Mountains. Whew! That was a lot. Anyway, I wanted to share a good and easy snack/meal. We called them “Little Pizzas” growing up. U use an English Muffin, break in half. Put whatever pizza sauce u like on the muffin first, then mozzarella cheese or even an Italian blend would work whatever u like, next add ur pepperoni or whatever toppings u want. Bake at 350 degrees for about 10 mins. Be sure to watch them tho so they don’t burn. I’m not sure about altitudes and what not that would make difference in baking where u r. When cheese is nice and bubbly, they r done. This is so easy ur older kids could make this themselves. Anyway, just wanted to share this recipe. Especially once baby is here. U will have ur hands full. Speaking of, I’m sending love and prayers ur way. I have 4 children and I can’t imagine what u r feeling. Prayers r the only thing I know to do for u and ur family. Hope u have a Merry Christmas and a very blessed New Year!

[@tabathakoontz4172]

Good morning Lauren it's really nice waking up in the morning having a Costco haul with you really really enjoy hanging out and spending time with you. OH by the way I sent you and the family a Christmas card let me know what you think love you guys ❤️😍

[@cabinsusie]

One item I just discovered at Costco and use a ton is a bag of chicken pieces that are cut off of the Rotisserie chickens. Cheaper than using chicken breasts. 😍

[@AlaskaBoys]

Where do they sell that in the store? Not sure I’ve seen it.

[@brilliantbutblue]

​@AlaskaBoys : In the section with the salads and ready made meals at my Costco in Oz 👍

[@cabinsusie]

They are in the ready to eat deli meals usually (until the nite elves relocate them). Not sure it’s in all Costco’s.

[@daydaydueitt6541]

So good to see you today I'm wishing that you had some help shopping you were totally out of breath great to see you up and out but please don't over do it pushing that heavy buggy was a struggle for you but your looking so good been praying for you and your family see yall next time God bless

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

We appreciate the prayers.

[@amy.dawns1]

5:47 😂 person walking by

[@kristinm7388]

I am so glad that u have people to help u at the end !!!! Take care of yourself and your family

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

I know my limits! No heavy loads up the stairs!!

[@Esmerideshorsesthatrslay23]

Hello from Croatia- Europe❤ Sending hugs Ms.Lauren , love watching Your videos 😊

[@onthedottedline1]

You are doing so well in your shopping trip alone. Praying for you as you go through both grief for your loss and excitement to welcome your daughter.

[@ArianeADiBruno1980]

Can I say I’m a new subscriber and you are a wonderful mom stay blessed and stay humble and I will continue to watch. Thank you for putting your wonderful family on KZbin. You guys do things that I wish I can do. I’m dealing with cancer again for the third time.

[@AlaskaBoys]

I’m so sorry to hear that. Praying you can find relief from the illness.

[@deannawiederhold3326]

I am so excited to see you again. 😊❤

[@darciwaterman7824]

Good Morning Lauren, I got your beautiful Thank you card for the baby gifts. I'm so happy things are going in the right direction for you guys. But, may I ask a huge favor?? I missed the Northern lights last night. If you guys have some soon, would you video them? It's on my bucket list. As always, much love to you guys from Wisconsin ❤️

[@chillid3146]

What. Blessed life yoi have.. how amazing you can shop like this... would be my dream to able to go to Costco and shop like this . maybe one day ❤❤❤❤

[@robzustuff]

I remember my mother loving green apple slices with a sprinkle of salt when she was pregnant!

[@emoridickens98]

I just started watching your channel & I must say you’ve gained a new subscriber because I’m obsessed with your videos ❤️ I’m so interested to see how the Alaskan life is

[@KaleyMcEnhill]

From Michigan! I have always wanted to live in Alaska! I love watching your videos.

[@franpalm5793]

Glad to see you out and about. what a huge shop. Be careful your a little out of breath. Enjoy preparing for the Holiday!!! ❤

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

It's been really good for me to do some "normal" activities. Thankfully, even if I sound out of breath, my oxygen levels have been great. Thanks for watching.

[@MsDojob]

Hi lauren. ❤ your videos

[@sweetP25]

I Lauren, I hope you and the family are doing well 💕

[@jamietipton5743]

You take care of yourself!!!

[@kathybannister656]

I just love that little Everett lol! Moose pasghetti lol

[@kelliepineda9822]

sour doughty rolls would be awesome for mini sub sammies or Italian dinner night

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

YUM!

[@RobinWilbanks-du7ii]

So glad to see you doing well 🙏🏻🩷

[@courtwind92]

Lauren you're a beautiful soul 🤞🏼💜🤗 i love ur videos they are so uplifting you have helped me these past 2 years ... Please take a easy i know you hear this 100 times but they full cart made me a little nervous.. happy holidays to everyone ❤️💚❄️🎄⛄❤️💚

[@cassandrazuccaro4663]

Lauren you have the baby glow ❤❤

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Thank you! I'm grateful to still be pregnant!

[@kimsloan4194]

Try the crab filled pasta I think by rana it is so delicious it's where the other filled pasta you bought

[@kimsloan4194]

I also buy the low sodium bacon and cook in oven turns out perfect if you have watch your salt intake since your pregnant

[@kimsloan4194]

I've also had a craving for orange juice and I'm not even pregnant LOL 😂

[@junebryant5159]

Good morning Lauren, I look over comments at times, it’s strange how some people think it’s expensive in Alaska, we don’t have a Costco close, but a Sam’s 50 miles away, but what you pay for stuff there is really close what we pay here in South Eastern West Virginia 😮

[@Judy.LoveandLightAlways]

@17:22 Hi from Australia Lloyd and Hug's Lloyd's Mum 👋👋🎄 You are Amazing Lauren. Adored this video. Thank you Beautiful Soul. Big Hug's Lauren, Mark, Weston, Bennett, Hunter, Everett and "luna" and Lauren's Dad. 🎄😇 ❤

[@trudyyurina5473]

I miss seeing your dad. I'm sure he is doing well sunny Arizona.

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Agreed! I called him the night before and said, I need you to fly back and take me to Costco. LOL Miss him but glad he is back with Mom.

[@carolzippel5021]

I cook for one so freezer meals are perfect for me.

[@carolynwaggoner212]

Oh Lauren…love your videos! I was worrying about you the whole time. Thinking if I was there I would have gone with you to help. 🥰

[@suseyq4559]

I love that you are out and about, doing your thing. ♥️♥️♥️

[@annerusso8835]

Hi Lauren, you got quite alot this time at Costco. Hi to Lloyd and his Mom. Beautiful ride back home. Your boys are such a big help. Enjoy the day and be careful. Thanks for taking us along.

[@wendymckay8844]

Enjoy those freezer meals. If you need to buy ground beef again, watch the label. You will see regular, lean and extra lean.

[@sharoncoon5439]

Suggestion. Take a picture of your list on your phone in the event you lose the paper one.