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Thankful for my stockpile because…

December 11, 2008 by Briana Carter

I’m so thankful for my stockpile & crazy clearance capers because this week a local family of five lost everything in a fire. They were lucky to even get out alive since they did not have working smoke detectors. They were renting and did not have any rental insurance – something people just don’t think they will need.

Because of my crazy couponing ways & stockpiling, I am blessed to have so many items (everything from canned food items to backpacks & toys) I could donate to this family who desperately needed it with a moment’s notice. I’m telling you this – not toot my own horn – because this is what YOUR stockpile can do. Sometimes it isn’t just for you but it is for someone who needs it more than you. You will have these items right at your disposable. You can reach into your nice stockpile of items and give boxes of items away because you paid next to nothing for it!

Even if you are a person blessed enough to not have to worry about money and donate on a regular basis – think of how much farther your dollars could go if you couponed, CVS’ed, and stockpiled basic necessities!

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Comments

  1. zsera says

    December 12, 2008 at 12:57 am

    that is awesome that you were able to do that! what a blessing.

  2. Andrea @ Mommy Snacks.net says

    December 11, 2008 at 4:42 pm

    Briana,

    Way to go! I’m so glad you posted this too just to bring awareness to what our couponing ways can do. And, I’m with you 110% on your last point: even if people are able to donate financially regularly, their money will go farther if they shopped savvy.

    It does feel good to share – that’s the whole point in this: we can save and give!

    Andrea @ Mommy Snacks.nets last blog post..Meijer Snack: Santa Bucks and a Giveaway!!

  3. The Domestic Mom says

    December 11, 2008 at 12:59 pm

    What an inspiring post! You just motivated me to really kick my stockpile into overdrive! May God continue to bless you!!!

    The Domestic Mom

    The Domestic Moms last blog post..How Do You Embarrass Your Family? Do What I Did!

  4. $5 Dinner Mom says

    December 11, 2008 at 12:32 pm

    Great post Briana! So glad you were able to give so “freely” to this family! What a blessing to them! I too share my stockpile! I love giving and used to be frustrated that it’s hard to give when on a tight budget…but my stockpile helps me have no more frustration!

    Thanks for sharing!

    Erin

  5. Jessica Geib says

    December 11, 2008 at 12:07 pm

    I am a volunteer for the American Red Cross and on behalf of the thousands of victims of home fires every year, thank you for that post. Here in tallahassee alone we respond to over 200 single family fires annually. Think of the impact us couponers could have if everyone took your thoughtfulness into consideration. I would like to encourage everyone to keep your eyes open for opportunties to share the items you stockpile. Thank you and Merry Christmas.

    Jessica Geibs last blog post..C is for Cute

  6. Bargain Briana says

    December 11, 2008 at 11:44 am

    Sometimes I feel crazy for sticking that umpteen tube of toothpaste in my cart. Especially one that is a brand we won’t use! But times like this is WHY I’m so glad I do even why hubby is saying we don’t know need that even if it is free!

    I cringe too at $120 cart of groceries…for us that is two cart fulls! :)

    So many people are going to be needing our stockpiles in the months ahead – not just at Christmas Time! So don’t think you are crazy for buying things you won’t use! Though sometimes you do! You just never know when or who is going to need it!

  7. Helene says

    December 11, 2008 at 11:37 am

    Amen here too!
    With so many of my friends losing their jobs it puts me in a better position to help. One of my best friends was recently laid off and thanks to our stockpiling, couponing and blog reading habits :-) he will never have to worry about food or household items (and still have my stockpile and still have plenty for the food pantry). Gave him my old car too (long story on how I was blessed with 3 cars over the past 20 years and decided not to sell it to him but just give it) since he lost his job with none in sight, it’s pretty certain he will lose his car soon and his building owners are nice since he has been there a long time but may lose his apartment at some point. He works to give everything to his kids.
    Wouldn’t worry about “tooting your horn” as much as showing others what CAN be done. I cringe when I see someone in front of me spend $120 on a cart of groceries now.

    Love your site. :-)

    Helenes last blog post..half.com cheap text books and more

  8. Shannon says

    December 11, 2008 at 11:21 am

    Hi Briana,
    Could you pass along any info on this family or where I could drop off some items. I’m in Indy and assume this family is also. I would really love to help.

    Thanks!

  9. Cathy @ Chief Family Officer says

    December 11, 2008 at 9:09 am

    Amen!

    Cathy @ Chief Family Officers last blog post..More possible Free Shipping Day deals

  10. DesignHER Momma says

    December 11, 2008 at 8:53 am

    fantastic post on how to share the wealth! When you say local, where exactly is that? Oh, and I would be interested in knowing if they need anything else such as furniture, clothed, toys, ect.

    DesignHER Mommas last blog post..cracking pants…

  11. Kimberly says

    December 11, 2008 at 8:19 am

    Hi Briana,

    I love your name, too cute. :) I really thank God for leading me to your site. You have given me a reason to continue to stockpile. Sometime I get so tired of seeing coupons everywhere ;), but I really thank God that he has given me the wisdom to start couponing. Why pay full price when you can get it for little ot nothing? Really? lol I’m still learning per say, but every week I’m getting much better in planning my meals and deals. I know if I stick with your site, I’ll graduate with honors. :) Thank you again for sharing your knowledge of couponing with me. God bless you and your family.

  12. pam says

    December 11, 2008 at 7:51 am

    I agree with you! I have only learned of all these great deals in the past month and have already been able to give things away to church and to others. Thank you for your great website!

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