Costco Shopping & Haul | Spring 2022 | Alaska $$$ Prices

[@nikkihole2481]

Up date laren : you know these videos are so precious and hope he gets to keep these as sweet memories of you and Everette together sharing these beautiful times you 2 make a perfect pair for Costco shopping buddies. I watch these videos a lot Everette is so cute showing you how smart and loving he is blessings to these sweet .memories of your shopping buddie

[@friederikejansen5085]

I love your new little gimmicks you add while Everetts on his "sampies" hunt 😅 And Luna is one of the coolest cats ever! She's so outspoken and seems like such a character. I enjoy all your videos so much.

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Glad you enjoyed the little additions to this video. I was feeling a bit bored by it and decided to spice it up a bit. Everett watched the little bit of him and the ice cream probably 20 times in a row! Thanks for watching!

[@paulinemaclellan8204]

Another interesting video. Everett is as entertaining as ever, he always makes me smile, even when life is tough. Keep up the good work Lauren ❤

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Thanks, will do! Grateful to have you here!

[@lindahines4960]

Good afternoon Lauren. Loved the Costco grocery haul!! I’m like you I like having just a steady stream of groceries. A little every week. I tell you that Everett needs to be on a billboard or magazine cover. His precious sweet little smile is infectious ♥️. I just love seeing you and Everett and all you’re boys on the vlogs !! Pray you all have a wonderful week! Love ya girl 🥰

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Thank you Linda! Glad I am not alone in liking the steady stream of fresh groceries. Thank you so much for coming along!

[@angiegryszan2005]

Lolol Everett was extra cute this time! Wow the price of those crab legs is enough to make me swear off crab!

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

The crab prices are insane. There is a lack of crab at the moment, driving the prices way up!

[@tammybabcock4802]

Good afternoon Lauren and Mark and family and thank you for sharing your beautiful day 🌞 😊 and Lauren i love your shirt

[@sandycrabtree4795]

Another shopping trip Everett is so cute and so is Luna have a great day

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Thank you 🤗

[@leekorten1791]

Fantastic shopping trip, they have some great things. Everett and Luna were absolutely adorable 💞

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Thanks! Have a wonderful weekend!

[@melindarobbins5766]

Being a single mom with 2 kids I do buy certain things once a month but then there are other things I have to buy weekly. I don’t like to freeze certain things and I want them fresh. Love your video as always and Everett is as sweet as ever, enjoy watching him. That thermos would make a great Father’s Day gift, especially for someone who is outdoors a lot. I find with my sports bras that have the removable pads they always end up on the wash and I have to try to put them back in every time, so I try to remember to look for the ones that don’t have removable pads.

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

The removable pads are always scrunched up or missing, so I try to avoid them too. Thank you so much for watching and taking the time to comment!

[@nataliemccance3337]

I really think the Ghirardelli brownie mix is one of the top 5 purchases at Costco - best brownies I have ever had - we always make sure we are stocked with that at our house! And I love those protein bars - I hope you liked them too!

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

The brownie mix really is so good! Thank you so much for the protein bar recommendation, nice to have them on hand!

[@suzannebarnett7673]

My daughters and I tried the chocolate covered strawberries this past weekend and they were still frozen. They were awesome, I bought 2 bags and we keep in the freezer, Love your videos and Everett is a cutie,

[@mikec7160]

Your little man is so loving sweet reminds me when mine were little I did see your eggs look like they are going up here in fl they are 389 and up just for a dozen....I told my husband we need chickens lol loved the video today thank you for bringing us along

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

I am just soaking up his sweetness. The price of eggs makes me consider getting chickens again, I just need a better fence for them so that they don’t wander so much! Thanks for watching, have a wonderful day

[@annaking9213]

I loved when you two go shopping.

[@karenleemallonee684]

Luna is such a beautiful kitty, so sweet and loving! What a job it is putting all those groceries away, makes me tired just thinking of doing it! It was great spending time with you and Everett today!! Enjoy you week & take good care of all, God Bless! 🌼

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Glad you enjoyed seeing Luna! It is a big job, and I am worn out by the end! Thank you so much for watching!

[@vickimiller6991]

Stumbled across your videos and really do enjoy them. My brother in law lived in Anchorage and went to high school in Anchorage. Love to follow your families adventures. Please you and your family stay safe. Look forward to your next video.

[@medionlvr]

13:34 it looks like Everett became a sample.☺☺

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

He loves them so much, he is becoming a sample!

[@medionlvr]

@@ThisAlaskaLife i believe it! Bonnie and I just love his little reviews!

[@tarras3292]

You did a fine job on Groceries prices are ridiculous right now and I love how excited Everett gets over Samples, he's cute and sweet and Thank you for sharing and caring 🥰🥰🥰

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

I will have to bring him home a tray of samples next year when he goes off to school. I will miss our shopping time! Have a wonderful day

[@paty6214]

I think you are going to really like the Kerrygold butter, I’ve made the switch myself. I noticed your Costco had the unsalted, have not been able to find around me. And Everett, simply adorable 🥰

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

It is really good!

[@crystalwebb8487]

I love your little boys spirit and imagination.

[@suzanneford2434]

Lots of fresh stuff to start, but then it’s canned goods and extra fridge... things like yogurt, will last all month, but it once, most fruit, apples, oranges, green bananas etc.. lunch meats and cheese freeze etc... our closet store is 45 minutes away, nearest Costco is over 2 hours in good weather

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

That makes sense! I would just need to think it through in advance. Fresh first and then move to the canned and freezer. I guess we are just spoiled being able to go weekly. Thank you so much for watching!

[@suzanneford2434]

@@ThisAlaskaLife and our budget is so small for 6 people it’s $under $500 a month... as where we live it’s horrible wages

[@charlenejones68]

Was so great to meet you and Everett in person. He makes a great shopping buddy!🙂✌

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Thanks for saying hello! It was so nice to meet you!!

[@sweetcaroline6724]

Hi Lauren...The people I see shopping once a month seem to buy tons of processed foods...Pop tarts sugar cereals soda frozen pizza etc...I love the meals you prepare for your family xo I wish I had a Costco nearby :-)

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

It’s the fresh veggies that I would miss so much! Thank you so much for watching! Have a wonderful day

[@sweetcaroline6724]

@@ThisAlaskaLife You as well Lauren! I am so loving watching your Channel grow :-)

[@indonesianaspie5279]

Do Americans eat canned fish?

[@angiegryszan2005]

Yes most people eat tuna fish but some also like salmon,sardines,mackerel, and a few others..

[@indonesianaspie5279]

@@angiegryszan2005 Ah I see. Thank you for the information

[@bryanchase1127]

Luna is such a beautiful cat.

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Thank you! We sure love her.

[@jenniferfrancis5030]

We shop once a month- 60-mile trip into the city- Walmart pick up, Sam's Club & then Price Chopper for produce and what was out at the other 2 stores. My secret is that I buy food that we both will eat and make sure I always have it on hand. We have set things we both like so I always have the ingredients on hand for those- i.e. tacos, spaghetti, homemade pizza, baked chicken, steak, ground beef things- meatloaf, Salisbury steak. I use it during the month & always buy it again the next month. Granted there is only 2 of us, but living that far away from our stores makes this way the easiest. Usually by the last week of the month, like right now, it's slim pickings, but this way I have to use what we have and always add to the lists. Sometimes he'll want something that I don't typically have the stuff for, but it will go on the list for the next month. If we go through 5 cans of green beans that month, that's what goes on for next month and so on. We stock up on the meats about every other month or so. It takes a lot- all day in the city shopping and then putting it all away, but it does help in our situation.

[@tanyajenkins919]

Hi good seeing you guys

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Thank you so much for watching! Have a great weekend

[@wildaboutalaska3833]

Yes, please make a video of all your salads. My salads are boring😂 Another great vlog!

[@colleenbrewer4453]

THAT KERI GOLD BUTTER IS THE BEST SO YELLOW AND YUMMY

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

So good!!!

[@jody-anncousley-dawkins3097]

Love watching as usual

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Thanks! We are so grateful you're here!

[@shannonvilandre8409]

I love watching these grocery hauling videos your son so cute and funny 🤣

[@darrencarlton1251]

Hi Lauren, awesome Vlog, Everett is the sweetest, luv watching hing ur Costco Hauls, here in the 🇬🇧 everything is going up in the especially Food, Gas, Electric, is it like that in Alsaka to, luv to u all 🇬🇧 Michelle Alder

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Thanks so much! 😊 Hope you have a wonderful week Michelle!

[@darrencarlton1251]

@@ThisAlaskaLife I'm am so far, hope yous are to 🇬🇧 Michelle

[@lindataylor6835]

how does your boy not dump his drink ,like every vlog ! he has a gift !

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

You are right, we have dodged him spilling his drink. I always try to tuck it in a safe place!

[@monicacarter1923]

Yes! Video of your salads, PLEASE!!! I'm getting in a salad slump.

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Coming soon! I am trying to remember to film them to put together in one video!

[@tamekadavis9051]

Good Morning and Happy Tuesday 😊

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Hello! Thank you so much for watching

[@daneeduke2200]

I luv you and your son. I like to compare Alaska prices vs southern US prices.

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Thank you so much for being here!

[@merediths.6955]

I would love to see a video of the different salads you make. I need suggestions!

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

I’m working on it!! It will be coming soon 😀

[@joniweaver7394]

Oh Lauren, where do I begin. I had a wonderful time with you at the "Alaska Vintage Market!" Foods, crafts, artworks it had EVERYTHING! By the way, I love your new hat!❤ I too enjoy collecting hats.😄

[@katiegilbert1131]

Your son sure has fun shopping

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

He keeps it interesting for us all!

[@susanpridmore7798]

I just love his laugh.

[@mariakoufalis1487]

The monk fruit sweetener in the pecans is a great sugar substitute than plain cane sugar. Baking with it is great as it is an even exchange and doesn’t spike sugar. Great for diabetics.

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Thanks for the tips, I have loved them!

[@Jennifer62389]

You should look up Franz Bakery history, a winning co. one state from me in Seattle in Oregon.

[@cindydaniel6125]

Love Costco...I hope to go in one someday...Everett is so fun. Luna is so sweet. Thanks for sharing.

[@melissaporterfield2732]

I was shocked of how high crab legs was. I figured they would be cheaper in Alaska. I have a recipe the boys can make so easy my 9 yr old made them 3 ingredient Peanut butter cookies 1 cup peanut butter 1/2 cup sugar 1 egg. 350* 8 to 12 mins. Happy Spring!

[@brilliantbutblue]

I've made those cookies and agreed they are so good!

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Those cookies are the best! They were a staple for me in college when I had no money or big mixer. Thanks for reminding me of it!

[@soyou813]

For any fruit trees it takes 2 to 3 years to give fruits. I have a cherry tree same thing year 3 and now it's finally growing 🍒

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Thanks for the tip! We will see if there is any changes this year. If they do survive we will have to figure out how to keep them safe from the moose!

[@laurawade6140]

Love your videos and family precious cat

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

You are so kind

[@marienolen1479]

I love when you take your sidekick to Costco and Sam's Club cuz I love watching him taste all the different foods and the samples LOL he makes me laugh when I am depressed and my anxiety is through the roof my three Furry Babies help me with that but I love watching your little man taste all the samples and his reaction he is so cute we are new to your Channel Beethoven Summer and Nugget my three Furry Babies want to say hi

[@marizaanvisagie9537]

I love the clothing you wear it is super beautiful. We dont have a cosco wish we did :-( I like is new name alaskan boy he is super cute. I love how you teach him manners wow he is one awesome little boy.

[@goughsunflowers]

Once you go Kerrygold you can’t go back to using any other butter. love using Kerrygold butter when I bake. I stock up when They’re on sale at Costco.

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

SOOO GOOD!!

[@sue7045]

Aww your son is amazing love him mellts my heart ❤

[@annakrackerjaxxx5656]

You got some good stuff. Right now it’s a good idea to pick up a few storage items. We went to Costco on Saturday. 900.00 We got gardening stuff, dirt, planters etc. it adds up!

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

It does add up, especially when you're buying more than food. I am so excited that planting seaso is on its way!

[@pamelasanders5657]

My Costco is an hour away so anything fresh I supplement from a Walmart that is 20 minutes away. But I love Costco and we go about every 6 weeks.

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

I shop about every 10 days at Costco and supplement at the grocery store for smaller things on things that Costco doesn't carry. I love Costco too!

[@carollandrum9223]

I am such a cat person and Luna is a beauty!

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Aw, thanks! We sure love her!

[@laurab4413]

I love those olives in my salad too. That was a good price for that size jar. I am a big salad eater too. The more vegetables, the better the salad I think.

[@jayhawkgirl6289]

Biscoff cookies in a vanilla shake is so good and so is the cookie butter if you can’t find the cookies

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

YUM! I bought some cookie butter at Trader Joes when we went to AZ, it is also very YUM!

[@christinecreasey2342]

Everrett is sooo adorable and I love luna

[@kima1420]

I'm surprised you didn't like the Puma Sports Bras. I live in them, it's all I wear. Love them. It does say removable cups but they almost never move. And you can't beat the price.

[@bettyruth9142]

My husband loves the spin drift!! Our local grocery store (Publix) had BOGO !! Always enjoy your Costco shopping !! 😀😀😀😀

[@tanyarushlow1767]

Hi Lauren Please show us your salad ideas/recipes I'm on a salad kick right now also 😋

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Ok! I am planning that video really soon!

[@barryweems6385]

Look at your Costco and see if you can find bibigo rice. It comes like 12 little bowls of just plain sticky white rice ready in 90 seconds in the microwave I love them

[@kristinparker5745]

I go to Costco once a month but I'm a single person. You are part of a large family with a bunch of hungry boys so I can see why you go so often. I pretty much buy everything there. I shop at regular grocery stores for thing I want that aren't in huge family size and stuff Costco doesn't have.

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Thank you so much for the comment. It is what makes sense for us right now so I am not going to mess with it! I can see how once a month would be perfect for you as well. I just run out of the fresh fruits and veggies too fast. Hope you have a wonderful week.

[@deborahdayhaynes7588]

You can also get the Costco Irish butter instead of Kerrygold. If your Costco has it.

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

I have never seen it but will look the next time. For now the sale on this one seems good!

[@christinecreasey2342]

Love ur shopping trips xx

[@ronnieellis9524]

Plan your meals for the 4 to 6 weeks then buy what you need, have a good day bakeing and make and freeze the meals you need that all there's to it make sure to get fresh vegetables and meat children fish never get frozen

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Thanks for the tips!

[@ronnieellis9524]

Your very welcome

[@zefcha4670]

do what you can...like you say, a little here and there will help keep your pantry stocked.

[@jean-mariesimpson8989]

I’m surprised that Everett didn’t say that he wanted to go to Costco every day for the samples! 🤣

[@karenbarrett1148]

Your boys are all so handsome.

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Thank you so much!

[@lisasunshine8744]

Has your boys tried the gogurts frozen? They are really good like that. You can also put it in their lunch and will be thawed by lunch time.

[@deena3895]

I love the sample counter...cool editing..Be well

[@mandyhopkins9027]

Loved the extra long video, feel like you forgot a few things,been watching for quite a while i feel i know what you buy. No costco chicken this week?

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

They were out of chickens at the time we passed and we will be fine without it. Was missing some veggies but I just get whatever they have and make due. Thank you so much for watching!

[@cindyherring727]

Good morning hi to you and your family

[@claireedwards1179]

Kerry gold is a lovely butter made in Ireland your love it made in Ireland love wacthing you both shopping from Ireland

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Thanks so much 😊 We are loving it! Thank you for watching.

[@lindaford5488]

Everett could be a professional shopper. He seems to know what stuff is used for.

[@ShellWeeks]

We hit Costco every 2 weeks for meds. Just 2 of us so we go once a month for paper towels, toilet paper, paper plates and a lot of non edibles. I usually get egg & butter if I am low. Will buy meats and other edibles if I need it but most of our edibles are from local grocer. We can’t finish large portions from Costco before it spoils.

[@peggyhertz8838]

Everett, you are sweetest.

[@GranmaShell]

The Energizer rechargeable batteries are ok for inside toy use, not so great for deer cams or anything outside. (yep learned that the hard way) My Sam's club has the Outshine bars on sale too...I am the proud owner of 4 boxes in my chest freezer, I'm ready for summer! I am also the proud owner of 3 cases of the Naked juice for my smoothies...lol Such a fun day watching little Mr. Everett as you go through the store...he sure is a funny young man Much Love from Missouri God Bless

[@kathyjones6103]

Great haul love xx

[@donnamullins2089]

Everything was same price as Texas Costco Except for the Kerry Gold today was $7.49. Goodness did you have great samples. We had a few samples cauliflower rice, nuts, keto snacks, Birdseye garlic chicken was good. I passed on the others. Have fun.

[@joanbarber5384]

Patch it with greenhouse repair tape.

[@laurab4413]

I stock up when things are on sale, and try to use the oldest. Canned tuna, peanut butter, pasta, dry beans, rice, spaghetti sauce are always in my panty. I try to restock before I get down to just having 2 on the shelf. I can't do the once a month thing either. I can do every other week, but only if there isn't anything I want on sale. I have a refrigerator in my garage for extra milk, cheese, eggs etc otherwise I would have to go every week.

[@ranaecambell5889]

I hate grocery shopping 🛍 but it is my me time so I don't get In a big hurry I just do what I gotta do

[@meechyshelm3692]

I'm surprised that crab legs are so expensive up there when much of it is caught up there!

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

There have been regulations and decline in populations, hence the outrageous prices!!

[@vermontvoice13]

Just randomly came across your channel. Def enjoyed this video and I love Costco but don’t go myself bc I have no need of bulk buying

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Welcome!! Thanks for watching! My parents feel the same way, no longer need to buy in bulk. Have a wonderful week!

[@vermontvoice13]

@@ThisAlaskaLife thanks you too! I love the samples and the hot dog/soda deal lol

[@brilliantbutblue]

Hi Friends, canned food really doesn't "expire" nor deteriorate, you can safely eat canned goods up to 1-3yrs PAST the expiration date so don't ever stress about your stockpiled canned goods. Peanut butter and oils a different story and you rotate those anyway so you are OK. You had me hooked on those keto pecans until you mentioned erthyritol and monk fruit then it was a hard pass for me (so thankyou for doing a quick ingredient list) sugar comes from a plant so technically it's "natural" and lm OK with that because YOLO! I LOVED the addition of the sampies count you popped on the screen and the random Everett dreaming about chocolate lol. Couldn't be a Costco haul without inspector Luna . Interested to see that Blueberry bread if you ever purchase it can you share what it's like. Hope your week is going well 🙏

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

The blueberry bread was incredibly yummy. It was a blueberry swirl bread with strudel top. I was getting bored by editing so I had some fun with those things flying on the screen. And Everett asked to watch himself with the ice cream at least 20 times in a row, he thought it was too funny. Have a wonderful weekend friend!

[@robertclubs9908]

Hi from Michigan. 😊

[@dhininugraha4624]

Monthly grocery mean tight list, prep.. and planning.. and it doesn't work for me 😂 to much headache..

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Agreed! I am too off the cuff and just buy lots of ingredients to make lots of yummy food.

[@jessicatounkara8753]

Sprindrift is so good! I have never seen pineapple.

[@janetnice5227]

Hello from Chicago!! Nice haul, is it getting warmer up there?

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Yes! We ate dinner out on the deck last night and it still felt warm! Just need the rest of the snow to melt to feel like spring!

[@allisonisaacs5213]

When is your snow season done

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Hello Allison! We have not had snow for a few weeks but we have had snow as late as May in the past. In about a week I think all the snow will be melted from our yard.

[@caroldesjean3485]

Those are the best brownies you can ever make and also they have a chocolate chip cookie. That is the best. I’m sorry, but I’m one of those people that comment throughout your video. Please don’t think I’m a fool.

[@pregnant9574]

You would think the crab legs would be a lot cheaper sence they are caught in Alaska.

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

There is a crab shortage right now and some problems with rules and regulations, making the prices sky high!

[@cindysheldon849]

I live in Kentucky. Our gallon of milk is 1.29

[@mountainviewlifePNW]

I went looking for those bags at Costco when we got there and so bummed they didn’t have any!!

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Me too! I talked to a manager and they said they are discontinued but will be getting a new one in June or July!

[@mountainviewlifePNW]

@@ThisAlaskaLife we are coming back in September so hopefully they will have some more then!

[@wendystuthers8706]

It seems like the less you buy the more it costs. Lol❤😊

[@geraldineevensen7267]

I could not shop once a month. I have to go every week... Here in Maine we have BJs and Sams club prices are going up every day, but we have to eat. I also shop at Walmart.

[@qqpie6382]

"Do you know what it means when you're one in a million?" "Old???" LOL.

[@JR14W]

Does Everett always go to Costco hungry so he can fill up on samples? Our Sam's Club has very few samples out when we go!

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Everett ALWAYS has room for samples! They are his love language!

[@mandywhitton]

Ours only does samples over weekends

[@phyllisjhannah1856]

How is the milk not refrigerated?

[@roxannepruitt4024]

It is that’s a big cooler room very cold

[@dianewalden9396]

How is he going to do with the new with the new baby

[@mandywhitton]

Do they not thaw out by the time you get home I never buy frozen at Costco I about 30mins drive home

[@mandywhitton]

I am sure you only brought two peanut butter

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

I did only buy two, you are right!

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

Frozen does alright as long as I am coming straight home.

[@mandywhitton]

So pleased more so when I see you buy the lce lollies as we call them

[@mandywhitton]

I do really love your Family videos xxxxx

[@belindaroberts3090]

How do you shop without a list? I would go bonkers without a list.

[@ThisAlaskaLife]

I know! It amazes me too. I often wish I was more organized. A lot of the time I buy the same things. Thank you so much for watching!

[@vickygraf141]

It always amazes me the prices in Alaska compared to here I think our prices are high but yours are worse on a lot of produce type stuff and not only little kids need to take melatonin I do too good video God bless take care love you all