Shopping in Menards, Recycling in Japan & Financial Advice Vlog 7/1/24

[@JenD.]

I love the way you did this vlog, with some chatting, some shopping clips, and some Q&A. Well done, Tami!

[@TamiDunn]

Yay, thank you!

[@tornad0chaser]

I am SO glad you like my clock and thank you so much for the shout-out! 😊 It is definitely a conversation piece every time someone comes over! Even people that aren't really into clocks marvel at it lol I can't believe how much Menards has in your area! I had to keep pausing your video and zooming in to see what brands and flavors of things you were showing. Very impressive and I especially like the jams and jellies you were showing. I'm glad you were able to find the Shasta they have so many flavors of it I remember it from California but I couldn't handle the artificial sweetener in it although I know that doesn't seem to bother you and Kevin so that's good and I'm betting you will like the California Dreamin flavor! I learned about ruining my credit the hard way as well but I can tell you if you find yourself down don't give up less than 5 years ago my credit rating was in the high 500s and I have managed to get it to 800. And I plan to keep it there! 😊 Now if I just had the income to go with it ! 😂

[@TamiDunn]

That's a great point! You CAN get yourself out of debt!

[@emilyhellwig213]

So appreciate your and Kevin’s openness, insight and transparency ❤ Thanks for sharing with all of us!

[@kathycunningham6677]

Awesome video….you’re spoiling us…I love listening to you both and your insights n thoughts. Thanks so much for sharing….you bring so much joy into my days. Enjoy a beautiful day with sunshine and laughter.😊😊😊

[@TamiDunn]

We very much appreciate that 🥰

[@griffint8282]

I’m ashamed to say I’m just now getting around to watching this but thank you so much for taking the time to answer my question! ❤

[@TamiDunn]

You are so welcome!

[@marliebaker6576]

FYI for anyone that cares to know. The Ninja Creami doesn’t actually make ice cream. They have a recipe book and you make the ice cream freeze it for 24 hours in one of their containers. The machine will process rock hard ice cream into a creamy consistency. It’s very loud. So not for everyone.😬

[@SandraH09]

Kevin's step goal is the best 😂 love it

[@TamiDunn]

I told him what you said! That’s all he needed to hear 😄😄

[@mattj1986]

I've never heard of Rural King, but Menard's is based in Wisconsin, so they're all over the Upper Midwest. Menards doesn't have their own brand for any of the food, but if you fry fish, I recommend Shorelunch! Our Menards here in Aberdeen, South Dakota was built in the 90s and the grocery section was probably added in the late 2000s if I remember correctly.

[@TamiDunn]

I think it’s great that they sell groceries.

[@MadisonTiahn]

In Australia we don’t have any plastic bags at the grocery stores! You have to bring your own bags, and if you don’t, you have to pay like 20 cents or so to buy paper bags or $2 for proper reusable bags. They stopped distributing them a few years ago - you don’t find plastic bags anywhere!!

[@TamiDunn]

Plastic bags are still used almost everywhere here except for Whole Foods and Trader Joe's - they have paper bags (they are free). Aldi doesn't give you squat. You bring a bag (plastic or other) or you wheel it to your car in the buggy.

[@themeltedchocolate]

Same in the European union, they're banned. Everybody have gotten used to bringing their own reusable bags very quickly

[@themeltedchocolate]

Speaking of bags, do you have baggers in Australia? They were never a thing in Europe, I wonder if that's a job that exists outside of America

[@bklondon75deliciousnesswit64]

@@themeltedchocolate definitely exists in South Africa, so weird having that service when you’re no longer used to it. I always pack my own anyways.

[@vikkigillespie8663]

​@TamiDunn Big lots don't have bags any more here where I live

[@WhatYouSee]

You guys need to get out more! Connecticut has had those bottle recycler machines for DECADES. BUT here's the rub.. you pay 5 cents per bottle when you buy beverages. You get your 5 cents back when you place them in the machine.

[@TamiDunn]

We would love to get out more. Fortunately, we had a large donation which helped pay for this trip.

[@stephaniewhitaker5253]

In South Africa you either provide your own grocery bags, or you pay for plastic bags. Our M&S doesn't even have plastic bags, you either take your own bags or buy a fabric or cooler bag. A lot of beauty retailers (for example, The Body Shop) give you a discount if you take your empty Shampoo, Conditioner or Shower Gel bottles to them & they refill them for you instead of using more plastic. Guido was such a good Pug, but my friend has 3 senior citizen Pugs and I dont think they have stopped barking since they were 8 weeks old😂.

[@TamiDunn]

I wonder if they bark more because they are talking to each other?

[@stephaniewhitaker5253]

@@TamiDunn If only. They bark at any noise, the wind, the fridge opening, people walking by. They are just very old & may be a bit batty. But I have known them for 13 years & they truly never stop barking unless they are sleepin, and then they snore so loudly 🤣

[@courtneyhayes6085]

I walk after every meal. It helps digestion

[@TamiDunn]

I think it helps too!

[@vikkigillespie8663]

I know someone bought their washer & dryer at Menards here where i live..in Indiana i love this store

[@TamiDunn]

It’s very nice!

[@hayleygold2698]

You aren't getting money with the bottles, we pay an extra tax when purchasing and then get it back if we come back to the store to recycle, so all bottles and cans are 5 cents more per unit in new york. Thus companies lobby against states doing this as it discourages sales.

[@TamiDunn]

Oh, that’s a shame.

[@hayleygold2698]

@@TamiDunn however at whole foods, i believe in all states, bringing your own bag will give you a 10 cent discount, in fact it is per bag(if you get a nice checker) so use 3 reusable bags, get 30 cents off your purchase.

[@SandraH09]

We have the bottle recycling machines. We get 10 cents per bottle, can etc. Each bottle, cans will have a small 10cent marking on it so you know what the machine accepts. Milk and juice bottles are the only bottles ive found so far thats not accepted .Before the refund machines, we had a recycling system through our rubbish collection.

[@TamiDunn]

Some people have said they pay more for those bottles so it’s not earning you any money when you recycle. Basically you are paying a deposit & then getting it back. Do you find this to be true? I was hopeful that people could actually make money.

[@SandraH09]

@@TamiDunn yes we are definitely paying more. I don't know if it's because of the recycling system because everything has increased in price.

[@varlaw]

These are my favorite videos. Thank you 🎉

[@TamiDunn]

Glad you like them!

[@jamijessie8915]

We live in Glasgow and we drive to Bowling Green to shop at Menards, we really like it! We like their pub mix or whatever you call it, huge bag for the price. I like their rebate offers. They are privately owned so they can make their own rules versus others stores. Hope y’all do more videos in Menards in the future. I loved this video. I’m gonna watch it again because I love hearing y’all talk about jobs you had I love listening to things like that.

[@TamiDunn]

Thank you, Jami! I didn’t know Bowling Green had a location!

[@bklondon75deliciousnesswit64]

Recycling bottle machines are also in Germany. You pay more for the bottle of drink though, so if the cost in the shelf is a €1 they charge €1.20 at the till. It’s up to you if you throw the 20c away for recycle it. Have you stopped doing Crumbl reviews? My worst job lasted 1 month working for a supermarket chain, programming in their IT team. Was so happy when they called me to one side and had a word. That was 30 years ago. I love credit cards, love playing the system but there’s a BIG but, you have to only spend what you normally spend and you have to pay the card in full each month. If you can’t do that without exception then stay away from credit cards. I was so lucky that my parents taught me how to be very mindful of money and to spend only what you have, invest when you can and prepare for the future. I can’t tell you how thankful I am for those lessons. Thanks for the weekly round up.

[@TamiDunn]

It sounds like they really taught you a lot about finances. I think it should be taught in school.

[@yayog3510]

I used to do AR at a mattress company, and people would finance their matresses and pay on them for literally 20 years! It was insane to me.

[@TamiDunn]

That’s crazy to me!

[@itsMeAlpha800]

Hey Tami, when Chapel passed you guys both said you weren't interested in another pet. Has that mindset changed at all since then? And would you guys want another dog or another cat? Thanks for these videos!

[@TamiDunn]

We will answer this! Thank you!

[@Torniization]

We have plastic bags at the store, but they cost money. They are trying to get people to use the reusable bags and nets for groceries. I have a recycled bag that I use. Comes in handy when I need it, got it in my backpack. We reuse the plastic bags too, they are heavy duty compared to the skimpy ones you get at Walmart, Kroger etc. I LOVE that clock Darrel!

[@TamiDunn]

Walmart plastic bags are about as thin as they can get.

[@brynb1325]

Menards has the best lighting section. So many different styles (some totally bizarre) than what they carry at a Lowe’s or Home Depot. We lucked out and shopped during the 11% rebate period and then used that rebate check on a ceiling fan and towards patio furniture.

[@TamiDunn]

I’ll have to check them out the next time we go!

[@Northernlights2064]

Hi Tami. It is funny to see you being so surprised that there are recycling machines in stores in Japan that gives you credit back. I live in Norway and we have had machines like that for as long as i can remember in our grocery stores. We put empty plastic water bottles, plastic soda bottles and soda cans in the in the machine and get credit back. We do not remove the label from the bottles because the machine has to register each bottles. The bootles are in different sizes and the bigger bottles give more credit back than the smaller bottles. It is very common here in Norway. All grocery stores have them. Other Scandinavian countries such as Sweden, Finland and Denmark also have these machines in their grocery stores. They are also found in a few other countries in Europe. I really like your channel and have been a subscriber for a long time.

[@TamiDunn]

@@Northernlights2064 That's wonderful to hear that these machines are available in other places. Our area used to recycle. We have a brown bin for regular trash and a blue bin that was given to us for recycling. I guess it was costing the county too much money because they stopped the program. We still have both bins, but they can both be used for regular garbage. If we want to recycle certain items, we have to take them in our car to do so. For this reason, most people don't bother. It's a shame because we enjoyed it. That said, I don't want garbage collecting at my house so I can take it someplace in my car later.

[@UserHunca]

Fireworks are illegal here in SoCal (my area, anyway). We can go to our City Stadium to see a fireworks display put on by the City. $15 for a single person.

[@tornad0chaser]

Our city recently charged for fireworks viewing as well. It is a bitter pill when you have been able to watch them for free for so many years. And technically you still can but from a distance. Definitely leaves a bad taste in people's mouths

[@harvest78]

Illinois does not allow those firework tents anymore due to so many injuries and fires. We have to go to Indiana to get big fireworks because we can only get sparklers and a few other small less dangerous fireworks in Illinois.

[@TamiDunn]

I don't think they will ever do away with them here.

[@debsherman6583]

Here in California, we have places where we can take our recyclables and get $ for them.

[@TamiDunn]

I love that!

[@richleaves]

They built a Menards near me years ago; I figured it was just another Lowes or Home Depot. I'll have to go inside one of these days.

[@TamiDunn]

We enjoyed it!

[@courtneyhayes6085]

Omg we are soul friends when I heard you talking about death row! Amen sista

[@TamiDunn]

If I were in charge and handed out punishment, we would have safe streets in America.

[@courtneyhayes6085]

@@TamiDunn amen sister

[@courtneyhayes6085]

Tami dunn for president!

[@mcmajc]

Everyone should just follow Seinfeld's idea and haul their empty bottles to Michigan 😂

[@TamiDunn]

😄

[@BeatlesandWebkinz]

Oh, you would hate Thomas I guess... He's a loud little man! His breed (Maltese) has always been my favorite because of their cuteness, loyalty and personality, but boy is he anxious like me... He barks at anybody at the door, and at people he doesn't like (the same people I don't 😂). I work on redirecting him though. He also goes bonkers when he gets in a playful mood, but it's hysterical; he has made me laugh at a level that I haven't gotten to in forever! And he's a little velcro pup.. He's either stuck to me or my mom.. OR his bed! I think those Creami things are a waste of money and counterspace... And that's coming from someone who prefers making things from scratch. Idk.. Yeah it could make frozen yogurt, but it's easier for me to stick my bowl of yogurt in the freezer, and the texture is fine and I like it that way. 🤷‍♀ No need for me to figure out some stupid extra gadget only to get frustrated by and eventually shove in the basement. Plus I've already owned 2 ice cream makers, a big one and a small one, and where did they both go? The baaaaaasemeeeeent! Like how I feel with all single-use gadgets, unless you REALLY need the thing and it makes your life easier/better, you don't need it.

[@TamiDunn]

I feel the same way!! It would be a waste of money for us.

[@jackiehoward7300]

I worked at Wendy’s in 1992. I was going to college in Louisville. My location was on Bardstown Road out in Fern Creek. I absolutely hated that job. I had to cook French fries etc..

[@TamiDunn]

The smell sticks to your clothes.

[@harvest78]

We have had Menards for years and years. They first opened in Eau Claire, Wisconsin in 1960. I could be wrong but I believe Menards does not have their own brand of food.

[@TamiDunn]

It's interesting because there's a whole Reddit thread on Menards brands.

[@jenniferwilliams2408]

Tammy, what did you do for work prior to KZbin? Did you stop due to KZbin?

[@TamiDunn]

We will answer this! Thank you 😃

[@themeltedchocolate]

We can buy fireworks at supermarkets around new year's eve in most places in Europe so not that surprising :)

[@TamiDunn]

I’m glad you can get them. I’ve had other people comment that they were surprised we we were able to get them 😃

[@HAVENWELLE]

Wonderful video! Thank you for sharing and have a great week!

[@TamiDunn]

Thank you! You too!

[@TerifiedTeddyBear]

Where i live there has been a Menards since the mid 1990s I usly only go to it on black friday with my mom for the sales at that time . I only bought the dried fruit and walnuts/peanuts ans canst on clear bags that are menards brands .

[@themeltedchocolate]

Are you done making crumbl videos?

[@UserHunca]

We recycle here in Cucamonga. I take all the plastic bottles & aluminum cans to a recycling center, & I get cash for that.

[@TamiDunn]

That’s terrific!

[@robertjcanedo]

They have those bottle machines in some grocery stores in New England

[@TamiDunn]

Do you know how much money they give you for each bottle?

[@robertjcanedo]

@@TamiDunn 5 cents

[@susanhogan4684]

I love the video were you answer questions. I have one have you ever done a live q&a or would you ever do one .l know that some people would like hat but if you at the end of the day it's what you feel comfortable with thank you so much for sharing God's blessing to all your family x ❤

[@TamiDunn]

Right now, we don’t have the proper setup for a live video. When we did Dinner with the Dunns years ago, Kevin borrowed a special cable.

[@robertjcanedo]

You should do a blind taste test between Barilla Pastas: Regular vs Protein Plus

[@emilyalsop6543]

Does KY not have bottle returns? I’ve always lived in a state where you pay the deposit then get credit back. You get .05/.10 back depending on state. Target still does the reusable bag credit at stores I go to. I always bring my bags and you get .05 I think.

[@TamiDunn]

In Japan she was recycling plastic water bottles. Do you get money for plastic water bottles?

[@emilyalsop6543]

@@TamiDunn yes; they have a deposit like pop bottles and cans.

[@TamiDunn]

@@emilyalsop6543 That's incredible!!! I wish so much they would do that here!

[@johnpodoloff620]

Did yall quit reviewing crumble ? Love everything on your channel but do miss the reviews there’s new cookies this week so if yall just decided to stop thanks and hope yall have a wonderful 4th of July

[@hulamamma5330]

My first job straight out of HS; I was the copy girl. Stuck in a small room with two copiers; making copy’s for not so nice people and a few very kind folks. Looking back, I was mentally abused by some very impatient ugly humans. I only lasted through summer. It was awful! I don’t believe I even made $2.00 an hour. Such a long time ago 😂

[@TamiDunn]

I’m sorry you went through that 🥲

[@jeannorton4210]

What Sunbelt bars are you looking for? Ill check our store

[@TamiDunn]

Peaches & Cream and Snickerdoodle. I don’t know if the Snickerdoodle are out yet, but the Peaches bar is. Thank you for looking 🙏🏻

[@jeannorton4210]

@@TamiDunn ill look out for them 🦋

[@jeannorton4210]

​@@TamiDunni looked at our store but they didn't have any.but ill keep checking.

[@summergirlnyc]

We recycle bottles in NY

[@TamiDunn]

In Japan she was recycling plastic water bottles. Do you get money for plastic water bottles?

[@emilyhellwig213]

@@TamiDunnIn some states, yes! If you look at the bottom of your plastic water bottles, it will say the states where they are accepted and for how much! But, you also have that amount added to the price when you check out. So, if you recycle, you then get that amount back

[@TerifiedTeddyBear]

I use credit card for online purchuses thrn oay the bill at thr end of the month .

[@roses609]

Great Vlog

[@TamiDunn]

Thank you!!

[@GabbyG13]

❤❤

[@willlayton5142]

tami, I know you said you and Kevin said you were literally robbing Peter to pay Paul so my question to you is do you have a friend named Peter in real life and if so would you actually rob him to pay somebody named Paul if you were desperate for money?

[@TamiDunn]

No, I still would never feel that entitled :)

[@jeannorton4210]

4 of July? Dont you know it's Halloween in some stores.

[@TamiDunn]

😂😂

[@adriennen.patterson8793]

I’ve never heard of Menards. The closest Menards to me in NC is WV. It is bright and really neat. The shelves are nicely blocked. Speaking of holidays, Hobby Lobby already had Fall stuff out. I don’t think Dollar Tree sells sparklers, but the tents are out in the Walmart parking lot. You’re right, with how things have gotten so expensive, people would be recycling for the $$. I think it’s good for people to see what an actual serving size is. Especially is you are watching what you eat. I do NOT believe in restriction or cutting out foods that you enjoy, it is all about balance as you said. A dog that can’t lick their butt! 😂 I can’t do a yappy dog either. The dogs we’ve had have never been yappy! We are pet free at the moment after putting our cat down. I miss her, but don’t miss all the hair. She shed like a husky. The worst job I ever had was working in retail on commission. I hate feeling like I have to push someone to buy something. Wow, 20,000 you get it Tami! 🙌🏼 I get around 10,000. It’s good to walk after a meal. The best financial advice is to limit debt and to contribute to your retirement/max out as much as you can your contribution for retirement when you first start working. Invest!! Great vlog!

[@TamiDunn]

Your financial advice is excellent.