So broke

Anyone who is broke or lives pay check to pay check will enjoy this post....soooo here's another day of

Living in Ashes

I think it’s safe to say that everyone and their mother is piss broke: no vacations, no shopping, no sushi, and no sporting events. Our generation’s definition of broke is a tad bit different than the average grandparent, and can be closely linked to the phrase “living without.” Living on your own can be costly and even the smallest things add up.

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I am not exaggerating nor lying when I say I am the cheapest of the cheap. Whenever my BF and I see something we need or want at like Target, before I can even say it he goes “Oh but we can get it at the dollar store.” BUT IT’S TRUE! You really can find extraordinary things there, same goes for Big Lots. Now I am sure there are tons of students or young adults living alone and piss broke, but I know quite a few who fear “cheapy” stores and avoid them at all costs.

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Getting to my main point, the other day I rendered the consequences of buying & using cheap shaving cream. It was awful, just awful. This has happened before with other cheap items but I always over looked them, hoping it was the last time.

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My cheapest ways have gotten the best of me & after two years of this insanity I have determined that there are just some items you can NOT buy cheap.

1. Can Openers. 2 can openers from the dollar store and 1 from big lots; all 3 failed to open my cans and wasted my time. Do not buy a can opener less than $7.

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2. Travel Mugs. The lid is almost never on and you can forget washing it because the part on the cup that helps keep it warm falls off. I bought 2 travelers for $4 total (I know I’m cheap). Bottom line, unless it’s at a higher status store on sale, do not buy travelers for less than $5 PER TRAVELER.

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3. Wine Openers. If you’re a wino, you know how tragic this was. No $1 wine openers people.

4. Shaving Cream. Trust me; spend the extra $6 on brand name shaving cream and even razors....thanks sissy!

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5. Dishes. These will last you a day. $8 for 8 dishes really is too good to be true.

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6. Adhesive Wall Hooks. Because they will never ever ever hold anything and you will end up scraping the adhesive off because they are so shitty. Buy these at hardware stores or Wal-Mart etc.

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7. Wrapping Paper. Unless you want rips all over the gift, opt for paying the extra $8 and avoid hating the holidays.

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Despite these losses, there are a few items we can pick up for CHEAP that work.

8.  Cell Phone Chargers. You can buy a car charger or wall charger for no more than $10, which is extremely cheaper than any retail store. I have bought numerous car chargers for different model phones and they have never failed.

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9. Animal Toys. Big lots have the best selection for cheap animal accessories and toys. They are reliable and a good deal compared to places like Pet Co.

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If you really are on a tight budget, buying these items at the dollar store will help you save: school supplies, toilet paper, cleaning supplies, Tupperware, soap, blank CDs, calendars, toothpaste, etc. If an item that is usually very expensive, that is being sold for very cheap, it’s usually too good to be true. Don’t feel guilty for spending a little more; it will save you in the long run.

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