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Based on several recommendations, I put a handful of hamster/etc pine bedding (it's in the pet section of Walmart (it's inexpensive)) in the bottom of each poop bag, then after use, gently press out air, tie it up (as close to the poop as possible) and put it into a grocery bag in a separate...

Happy "National Root Beer Day" to y'all! :) Yes, that's a genuine designation (albeit silly). Several fast food chains have deals today, for example, A&W Restaurants give out free floats (from 2-8pm this year). It's a dilemma for those of us unburdened by a freezer, and who live far away from...

Yeah, sadly I posted that mostly so one would know whether it's the "background noise" of America, or something that requires attention (like 9/11). :( Had heard about the first two, but not Chicago. :( I used to catch the news most nights, and during my first 1-2 months full-time NFS&van...

Guy, from your username, is it fair to infer that fishing is one of your passions? :) I don't fish & don't grok it, however I've known many fishermen whose whole being lights up when they talk about it. :) That's a point I've been trying to make: if you have a passion that fits in with...

Since 9/11, every time I see The Flag at half mast, I have that stomach clenching moment of Dread. I'm sure many others here do too. Now that I don't have TV, and have only limited net access, it's even more anxiety inducing. Last year, I web searched and found this security-wise "meh" but...

Is that a real or fake label/can? If real, perhaps someone could research further. Spleens & stomachs aren't listed on the cans I bought. Other stuff is. I was about to ask what "mechanically separated chicken" is (versus just plain "chicken"), and instead web searched it: Source (first Google...

+ 100 and a high-five to your good taste sistah! :) Though in my case, not so much an inspiration as an awesomely helpful resource. So many times in the beginning, I'd be stressing out while wading thru a ton of crud posts, and as soon as I saw her username I'd relax because I knew I'd get...

Firtree: Great score & thanks for sharing that deal! :) New Challenge: Up-thread, I posted a successful experiment making Shephard's Pie using mashed potato powder, freeze dried veg, and MRE meat patties. The patties had a sauce that jazzed it up. What would you do to jazz up Shephard's Pie...

Ohhhh, rice!!! Another great suggestion! :) I'm pretty sure I still have some precooked/instant rice, and definitely have one 5-ish year old #10 can, so will dig some up and try it. Please do post your results. :) Also, please have low expectations of the frying aroma. It was "ok", but not as...

Sunny: First, my deep sympathies! I'm a software engineer and my brain melted during the solar part of my prep phase! Which of those appliances do you already own? Have you measured how much power any use? If not, check with your local Library and/or electrical company for a free loaner...

Orange, I literally LOL'd at the part I bolded. :D Yes, that saves me a ton. Gas costs me (very) roughly about $50/month, however that's the one area I hadn't been tracking, and need to dig thru my receipts. When I get a chance, I will PM you some food details, but remember, I'm the queen of...

Thanks! Jeremy Renner is on my thinking-women's-hunks list, and I hadn't heard of "Wind River" so have added it to my Requests list. I'm rather fond of "Bourne Legacy", and particularly love the female Doc's "read" line when being grilled by the fake-shrink/assassin. :) Sounds like your path to...

Shiny - thanks Qxxx! :) Keep 'em coming! :) I remember watching "Birds of Prey" when it was on broadcast TV, and liked it. The library system has it, so I might rewatch it. Since you mentioned Will Smith, I particularly liked him in: "Seven Pounds" (very thoughtful movie about atonement...

Mert: I tried a couple of different cups for "making water", and found them messy, then spotted a full size mixing bowl at Dollar Tree, bought it, and it was awesome from the very first use. :) It's about the size of a bedpan, has a pouring spout, a gasket around the bottom for stability, and...

Your statement does not make sense to me. I disclosed how much I have received in donations. There's no "apparent" in my numbers. I recommend you carefully re-read my post. Exactly! :) Most budgets leave that out, among other things.

+1 to what Brian & Elbear1 say! I saw those vids during my initial "wow" phase, and even then I was mentally calling BS. Unless somebody really tracks their expenses, and includes stuff paid by others, it's not reliable. I've been meticulously tracking my expenses since starting. Total repairs...

Shiny! Had forgotten that was out - just added it to my Library wishlist. :) I've read all of Stieg Larsson's original Millennium novels, seen the original movies, and then the first English language remake with Daniel Craig (which also featured both awesome & sad cat content). Which "Birds of...

This week's wildlife highlight: two American Woodcocks, sitting right on a gravel NFS road, convinced they were invisible. :) I was driving slowly, so braked hard as soon as I saw them. They stared at me for a bit, perhaps wondering why I'd stopped (cuz they're invisible), then suddenly flew...

Thread necro, cuz it has the most helpful title of all threads with "movie" in it. Patrick46: you rule! :) Just saw "Captain Marvel" on DVD, courtesy of my local Library's generous guest policy (and an unexpected Hold fulfillment). The first part was tons of tedious action, then they finally...

Apparently you missed my post about mac&cheese "deluxe" with SPAM & onions: https://vanlivingforum.com/showthread.php?tid=35314&pid=437214#pid437214 Warning: it has really good porn. ;) Update: Did two cans (both "plain") last week. First can, split into two identical meals (because I had...