Being proactive while managing grief from the loss of a loved one is not easy, but when it comes to funeral planning, it is a necessity. There are many logistics that need to be aligned prior to the funeral taking place, which typically happens within the first week after the person’s passing. Amidst the hurried organizing, it is important to remember these biggest mistakes to avoid when planning a funeral to enrich the honoring service.
Letting Funeral Timing Rush Your Choices
The amount of coordinating that must be done in preparation for a funeral is entirely strenuous when the time frame to do so is considered. Many of the choices made within the first week of losing a loved one are inevitable in the funeral-planning process.
Fretting over lack of time to consider your options can lead you to make the easiest, but perhaps not the ideal, choice when selecting things like the funeral home, burial procedure, and memorial products for the service. It is important to delegate funeral-related decisions to other friends and family members when possible, so choices are not heaved unto one single person.
Make sure to give yourself grace when planning a funeral. Give yourself an appropriate amount of extra time for planning if necessary. Whatever you do, don’t let the stressors of setting up a funeral push you toward making choices you’ll regret come day of service.
Not Exploring Funeral Provider Options
One of the biggest mistakes to avoid when planning a funeral is to settle for the nearest or most familiar funeral home. Unless the deceased has predetermined where the service will be held, you must contemplate your options.
Choosing the right funeral home is a crucial aspect of organizing a funeral. Compromising funeral service provider quality for convenience is a mistake that can be easily avoided by slowing down and being mindful.
When looking to choose a funeral service provider, consider the following:
If they have the essential amenities for you and your funeral guests
If they offer the goods or services that you desire for the funeral
If their pricing falls within your budget
Does it cover your religious or cultural needs?
Overlooking Funeral Guests
While trying to adhere to what you believe your loved one would have appreciated for their funeral, it is common to overlook the importance of the funeral guests. Family and friends of the deceased travel from all over to say their goodbyes and grieve communally over the loss. Having memorial products and photo displays of the loved one allows guests to cherish the memories had with that person. Taking the time to make the best logistical choices for the funeral can make a world of difference to those coming to pay their respect.
If you are planning a funeral in the midst of bereavement, focus on taking time for yourself and the benefit of the funeral service. Though you can’t always prevent acquiring stress while putting on a funeral, there are measures that you can avoid to generate an ideal service that properly honors your loved one.
Class 3A football teams that have or will qualify for the state playoffs by this Friday may have to wait a week before their first round playoff games, depending on their final seeding in their conferences. As of today, according to a memo from the Arkansas Activities Association (AAA) obtained by Resident Press, the “3A playoffs will be delayed a week.”
The full text of the memo that pertains to Class 3A is as follows:
“As of right now, 7 teams that did not qualify will be placed on the bracket or in a play-in game. The two opt-in teams with the worst records will be placed on the bracket vs 1-seeds from 3A-2 and 3A-5. The next five opt-in teams will be paired by random draw with five of the five seeds. The five seeds to be pulled off the bracket will be selected by random draw. Attempts will be made to avoid conference rematches. Opt-in teams will be the visiting team and travel distance could be significant or minimal due to the random draw.”
Superintendents still have until Saturday morning to declare their schools’ intent to opt-in or out of the playoffs. But apparently the AAA’s memo indicates that there are enough schools that have committed to play so far that has caused the higher seeded teams in 3A to have to wait a week to play their first playoff games.
And in a seemingly appropriate development in the year 2020 of high school football, the play-in games will take place on Friday the 13th. How appropriate.
Resident Press will have more on this development this weekend after the final brackets are published.
Mary Sue (Frazier) Harrison of Waldron, Arkansas went to be with her Lord and Savior, Monday, November 2, 2020, in Waldron, Arkansas. Mary Sue was born October 1, 1951, in Waldron, Arkansas to Allen Dee Frazier and Melba Louise (Stewart) Frazier. She was 69 years old. Mary Sue was a member of Haw Creek Baptist Church in Waldron, Arkansas. Mary Sue was a faithful and devoted Christian woman. She was strong in her beliefs and lived it daily.
Mary Sue was a sweet person with a warm and kind soul. If she knew you, she loved you. Everyone was always welcomed with a “Honey how are you”, a big bright smile and a hug. Mary Sue worked many years helping to run a small business and later she went to work for the Waldron Elementary School as a paraprofessional and then transitioned to secretary. Mary Sue loved her job but it was more than that for her. It was her way of enjoying all the children, teachers, and administration and getting to be a positive influence in their lives. Mary Sue was always a busy woman working and raising her family. She cherished every moment she had and every memory made.
Mary Sue leaves behind to cherish her memory, her children: Nicole Harrison and husband Ray of Waldron, Arkansas, Jalon Falconer of Lacross, Wisconsin, Allen Falconer and Kayla of Magazine, Arkansas and Logan Falconer and Emily of Greenwood, Arkansas. Memaw will forever remain in the hearts of her grandchildren: Ethan Falconer, Evan Falconer and Dannie as well as her great grandchildren, Ryder, Rylen and Emma. Mary Sue is also survived by her sisters, Jo Ann Jericho of Ohio and Sherry Goodner and husband Donald of Waldron, Arkansas. Mary Sue will be missed by all that knew her and the many whose lives she impacted including an extended family of nieces, nephews, brothers and sisters in Christ, co-workers and friends who were family in her heart. She loved them all dearly.
Mary Sue was preceded in death by her parents, Allen and Melba Frazier, her husband, Larry Don Harrison, second husband Gerald Sparks and two brothers, Paul Frazier and Johnny Frizell.
Mary Sue’s life celebration will be 3:00 p.m., Friday, November 6, 2020 at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home Chapel in Waldron, Arkansas with Rev. John Elmore officiating. Arrangements and cremation are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.
Honorary pallbearers will be her sons, grandsons, nephews and great nephews.
Mary Sue’s visitation will be Friday, November 6, 2020 from 2:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. at the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.
During these trying and difficult times, we must follow the guidelines we have been given to do our part to stop the spread of the Coronavirus. Family and friends are welcome to attend the service but everyone must wear a mask and maintain a social distance of 6 feet apart. For those who want to attend the service but wish to remain in your vehicles, the funeral service will be live streamed.
Last Friday, the Hackett Sr High Hornets had a tough conference go-round with the Greenland Pirates. The first half of the game started off well enough with the match going into halftime with a score of 13-6 Greenland. But then the waters turned rough for the Hornets and the Pirates dominated the board ending the night with a final score of 41-14. “We struggled coming out of the second half. They changed up how they were running the ball in the second half and we had no answer,” said head coach, Michael Meador.
In their match against Greenland, QB, Ethan “Superman” Slavens completed 15/22 passes, 174 yards, 2 TDs, and 4 INT. Weston Winters had 9 carries for 44 yards. Fischer Shipman made 9 catches for 73 yards and 1 TD. Kamron Elkins got 1 reception for 45 yards and 1 TD. Peyton Hester earned 14 solo tackles, 6 assists, and 1 sack. Kamron Elkins got 12 solo tackles, 1 assist, and 1 FF. Weston Winters scored 9 solo tackles and 5 assists. And Nate Gordon snagged 7 solo tackles, 2 assists, 1 sack, and 2 fumble recoveries.
This Friday though is when the real fun begins. Spanning back decades, this game was one that households would mark on their calendars as the one to watch. Nobody knew that in 2009, they would have to wait just short of a decade before they would get to watch this Sebastian County showdown again. Then in 2018, it happened. The Hackett Hornets and the Mansfield Tigers lit the fire that brought this old rivalry back to life. The 2018/2019 season saw what was in my opinion the game of the year that ended in a final score of 28-26 Mansfield. Then for the 2019/2020 season, the Tigers again took the win, this time with a score of 40-8.
Now for Round 3 of the Hornets and the Tigers, there’s one slight difference. Instead of being non-conference rivals with Hackett in 2A and Mansfield in 3A, they are both battling it out in 3A football. This time around though, the Hornets are coming back to settle the score. With 174 points on the season, Hackett sits 1-4 in conference play and 3-4 overall. The Tigers are having a slightly harder time this season, bringing in 122 points and holding an 0-6 conference record. “This game will be a fun one. We struggled last year against Mansfield and hope to change that this time around. We have to continue to get better as a team and our offense needs to start clicking.” Mansfield will host Hackett on Friday, November, 6th for the last scheduled game of the season.
LITTLE ROCK — Hunters headed to deer camp to get things ready for opening weekend of modern gun deer season may want to make a quick pit stop to fuel up at their local Hardee’s restaurant. Every Hardee’s restaurant in Arkansas will give a free sausage biscuit to anyone who shows their valid hunting license to the cashier from 5-11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11.
“It’s a significant way of recognizing hunters’ contributions to Arkansas conservation,” said Trey Reid, assistant chief of communications for the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission. “Having a business show its appreciation for hunters and wildlife conservation in this way points to the importance of hunting to both Arkansas’s outdoor culture and our economy. This is the third year we’ve worked with Hardee’s to promote this special day for hunters, and hopefully it will become a tradition as strong as hunting season itself.”
All 53 Hardee’s locations in Arkansas are participating in the one-day giveaway. Hunters may show their license just like they would to a wildlife officer in the field to claim their free food. Printed paper copies, a screenshot of the image on your phone or a Commission-issued reloadable license card may all be used. Visitwww.agfc.com and click the green button labeled “Buy Licenses | Check Game” to purchase your license online today.
LITTLE ROCK — Hunters headed to deer camp to get things ready for opening weekend of modern gun deer season may want to make a quick pit stop to fuel up at their local Hardee’s restaurant. Every Hardee’s restaurant in Arkansas will give a free sausage biscuit to anyone who shows their valid hunting license to the cashier from 5-11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11.
“It’s a significant way of recognizing hunters’ contributions to Arkansas conservation,” said Trey Reid, assistant chief of communications for the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission. “Having a business show its appreciation for hunters and wildlife conservation in this way points to the importance of hunting to both Arkansas’s outdoor culture and our economy. This is the third year we’ve worked with Hardee’s to promote this special day for hunters, and hopefully it will become a tradition as strong as hunting season itself.”
All 53 Hardee’s locations in Arkansas are participating in the one-day giveaway. Hunters may show their license just like they would to a wildlife officer in the field to claim their free food. Printed paper copies, a screenshot of the image on your phone or a Commission-issued reloadable license card may all be used. Visitwww.agfc.com and click the green button labeled “Buy Licenses | Check Game” to purchase your license online today.
On Tuesday night, the Hackett Jr High Hornets hosted rivals the Mansfield Tigers for their final football game of the season. Immediately after the sound of the opening whistle, the Hornets made it very clear to the Tigers that this was their field and that they were going to fight ’til the end to keep it. Hackett started the game on defense and play after play after play, Milus Houts, Cole Ketchum, Alex Woody, and Gavin Metcalf were relentless about shutting down the Tigers offense. After Danny Robinson finished things off with a QB sack, Mansfield had a turnover on downs.
#2 QB Cole Ketchum
With the Hornets defense setting the tone of the game, the offense came in to reiterate the message. At 2:55 in the first quarter, Hackett QB, Cole Ketchum shot a pass to Eli Slavens for a 70-yard TD run. Ketchum turned around and earned the 2-point conversion and it was the Hornets on the board first 8-0. The Hornets then played opossum for a second allowing Manfield to get a play in before coming back with a vengeance. Dawson Clay and Logan McCarthy asked Mansfield’s QB paper or plastic before delivering the second QB sack of the night. As the Tigers attempted to collect their bearings, Ketchum came in with the lightning, tipping a pass right into the hands of a waiting Slavens who then finished with the thunder for an interception. With 9 seconds left in the first quarter, Robinson came in with the second Hornet TD coupled with a Ketchum to Slavens PAT and the score sat at 16-0 Hackett.
#52 Alex Woody and #62 Logan McCarthy
As the Tigers offense was back in possession of the ball, Charlie McNeill, who had been administering pressure to Mansfield’s QB all night, finally hit paydirt giving the Hornets their third sack of the match. And only three plays later, Slavens came in like a wrecking ball for his second interception in the game. With the clock reading 5:50 in the second quarter, Ketchum shot into the endzone for a TD and along with the PAT from Robinson, Hackett remained firmly planted on top 24-0. Another failed Tiger attempt at offense and the Hornets doled out one more TD from a Ketchum to Clay pass sending the game into halftime with a 30-0 score.
#4 Wyatt Hester
Hackett continued the second half of the game the same way they played in the first by proceeding to lay down the law to the Tigers. Wyatt Hester found his way into the endzone and after another Robinson PAT, the Hornets upgraded the score to a dominating 38-0. It was the fourth QB sack handed over by Hayden Foster that really sent Mansfield over the edge. The Tigers regrouped and repositioned to finish the game with two huge back-to-back TD’s. But it wasn’t enough to overthrow the Hornets who ended the game and their season victoriously 38-12.
The Hackett Jr Hornets
The Hackett Jr High Hornets closed shop on their 2020 football season with a 5-2 total play record. “I thought our guys got better over the course of the year. We aimed to finish first but we came up a little short this year. Our guys worked hard and learned how to compete better this year. We look forward to the off-season to get stronger and faster to be more physical next season,” head coach, Jordan Shelby, concluded.
As we honor those who have served, and are serving, we are humbly grateful for their dedication and sacrifice. Moreover, it is an honor and privilege to feature such an individual. Lavaca’s Jeff Stout has an amazing heart for service, not only to our country, but also to the community.
Stout, the son of Bell Stout and the late Thomas Stout, graduated from Lavaca High School in May of 1971. He enlisted in the Navy, and departed for Orlando, Florida for boot camp. “I went to boot camp as an E-1, that’s a seaman recruit,” explained Stout. “Upon graduation from boot camp, I was advanced to an E-2, that’s a sea apprentice.”
In January of 1972, Stout boarded the ship USS Neosho, an auxiliary oiler (AO-143), in Norfolk, Virginia. “While onboard the USS Neosho, after about six months, I was advanced to E-3, that’s a seaman. After about a year, I was advanced to a BM3, that’s a boatswain mate third class.”
A boatswain mate is responsible for various duties, including dropping the anchor, driving the small boat or ship, and landing the helicopter as needed. “The boatswain can be considered a deck hand as they are responsible for the ship’s external appearance as well as the ship’s life rafts,” Stout added. “I think that’s kinda important, as it would be nice if they worked if they were needed!”
Stout recalls his first encounter with the USS Neosho. “I remember flying into Norfolk airport and this grey Navy bus was at the airport. I got on the bus…I was a 18 year old kid from Lavaca, whose sea bag may have weighed more. It was late at night, I had no idea what a pier was or how to tell which ship was the Neosho. I do remember someone on the bus telling me the ship was at pier 5…Then I saw the hull number on the front of the ship…I remember getting off the bus and standing at the front of the ship. I looked up thinking this was the biggest piece of metal I’ve ever seen in my life. Wait, metal? The ship is made of metal? In Arkansas, metal does not float, what I have I gotten myself into?”
In October 1974, Stout left for the USS Whipple (FF-1062), a Fast Frigate, home ported in Pearl Harbor. Stout explained that the Fast Frigates are the first line of defense for aircraft carriers in the event of war. While on the Whipple, Stout was advanced to BM2 (E-5).
After three years on the Whipple, Stout transferred back to Norfolk. He reported to the pre-commissioning crew of the USS Mississippi (CGN-40), a nuclear powered guided missile cruiser. “Pre-commissioning is classified as helping build the said ship,” explained Stout.
Following two years on the Mississippi, Stout transferred to the pre-commissioning crew of the USS Arkansas (CGN-41). Here, he was advanced to BM1 and earned his enlisted surface warfare pin (SW). “I had to learn a lot about the ship from top to bottom…all weapons and engines. Needless to say it’s rewarding for one to earn his surface warfare pin.”
In July 1985, the ship changed home ports to Almeda, California. “I remember once we were tied to the pier in Almeda, I said, California? What am I doing here? I spent six and a half years on there. But all good things must end, and so did my time on the best ship I was ever on…Lots of exciting things happened on that ship.”
While onboard the USS Arkansas, Stout participated in refresher training in Cuba. “This is never a fun time due to all kinds of drills, and the crew is graded on how they complete them. I had 67 guys working for me. When the training in Cuba was complete, my department (deck) was perfect in every part we were tasked with. We took zero hits and were the first and, at the time, the only deck department of a nuclear powered ship to ‘ace’ refresher training. A feat that I, as well as those who worked for me, were extremely proud of!”
In 1985, after a world cruise, Stout left the USS Arkansas and transferred back to Virginia. He spent two years on the USS Seattle (AOE-3), an Ammunition Oiler. It was then, he admits, he was “tired of playing at sea.”
Stout converted to the Training Administration Reserve (TAR) program, and was sent to instructor school in Norfolk. “While at the school I was looking at the command board that shows those assigned to the center. I saw the name and picture of the first BMC I ever worked for on the Neosho. He had made Master Chief BMCM, that’s an E-9, the highest an enlisted can go. I remember going to his office, knocking on his door and entering. I said ‘Master Chief?’ He never looked up, and replied ‘Stout?’ Then he looked at me and said ‘I did not know you stayed in.’ We shook hands… He said I never forget a good sailor…”
After completing instructor training, Stout was assigned to the Naval Reserve Center in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Here, Stout was second in command, and advanced to BMC(SW). After three years in Alabama, Stout transferred to the Naval Reserve Readiness Center in Oklahoma City.
Lastly, Stout served at the Naval and Marine Corps Reserve Center in Waco, Texas before retiring in November 1998.
“When I joined people asked me, ‘when are you coming home…when are you getting out?’ I said ‘I guess when I get tired of having fun.’ Twenty seven years later, I guess I had all the fun I could handle.”
-Jeff Stout
Throughout his nearly three decades of service, Stout accumulated many accommodations and honors such as Sailor of the Year, Sailor of the Quarter, and runner-up for Naval Sailor of the Year in 1987. He made two Mediterranean cruises while on the Neosho, one while on the Mississippi, two while on the Arkansas, and one while on the Seattle. He also made one South American cruise to Rio De Janeiro, several trips to San Juan, the Virgin Islands, and one West Pacific cruise. Stout has transited the Panama canal twice, the Suez Canal once, and has completely circumferenced the world one and a half times!
“I really did enjoy my time in the Navy. I saw things and been to places people see on tv or read about in history books. Sometimes I’ll be sitting at the house and mother will be watching a tv show, and I’ll say ‘been there!'”
Following the passing of Stout’s father in 2007, issues arose with the family’s land. Consequently, in 2010, Stout found his way back to Lavaca.
“I was sitting at the house when the mayor came by and asked if I would like a job.” Ultimately, Stout agreed, and now serves as a public works employee and manages the city’s recycling center.
“I like working at the recycle center as sometimes people come to drop off their recycling and they’ll say I remember your dad…when he…That’s pretty neat. There are lots of vets that come to the recycle center and when I’m not busy helping someone else, we will talk about days in the armed forces. We all have stories that makes the other smile…maybe it’s just someone who will listen to our stories. Whatever it is, I’m just honored to have served. The Navy was good to me, I can only hope I was good to it.”
Lavaca Mayor Hugh Hardgrave is honored to have such a dedicated man working for the city. “He’s a very good city employee. In fact, he is one of the hardest working people I know.”
With service at the core of his being, we salute you BMC(SW) Jeff Stout! Thank you for your years of service to both our country and our community!
Jeff Stout, Recycle Center Manager and Public Works employee for the City of Lavaca.
The start of something new is always a big thing. You’re excited about what the future holds on this new journey but also scared about leaving the comforts of what you know behind. The beginning of the 2020 Mansfield volleyball season saw the Lady Tigers leaving behind the comforts of their old home in the 3A and venturing into a new 2A territory. To completely start over in something can either make you or break you. And this season, the Lady Sr High Tigers let it make them.
Amber Elmore
They set out on this new adventure with high hopes of conquering the competition which lay in teams from Mulberry, Eureka Springs, Lavaca, Thaden, Life Way Christian, Decatur, and Ozark Catholic Academy. And boy did they ever! They even sprinkled in a few nonconference victories from 3A Waldron, 5A Alma, and 3A Charleston to boot. After winning a total of 63 sets and earning 880 kills, 435 aces, 62 blocks, and 855 digs, while also defeating the teams of Midland, Flippin, Crowley’s Ridge, AND Lavaca in the State Tournament, the Mansfield Lady Tigers finished their season undefeated with a 21-0 total play record, 14-0 in conference, and let’s not forget the cherry on top, a State Champion Title.
“These girls have succeeded my expectations for this season,” expressed head coach, Kaylie Pyles. “They have overcome every obstacle that has stood in their way. They stepped up into positions they had never played before when players were missing due to quarantine and played through injuries. Every game they continued to get better. They have so much grit, determination, and drive to win! I am so thankful to be their coach. This has been a year with so many unknowns and I’m so blessed that we had this opportunity. Thank you to all of the parents and community who have supported us through this journey!”
Natalie Allison
Total season player stats are as follows:
Freshman, Alyson Edwards made 29 kills and 3 blocks.
Sophomores, Madelen Jones got 16 kills, 66 aces, 2 blocks, 83 digs, and 393 assists. Natalie Allison ended with 131 kills, 50 aces, 6 blocks, 80 digs, and 234 assists. Cassidy Carlton had 1 ace and 4 assists. Skylynn Harris earned 214 kills, 44 aces, 4 blocks, 43 digs, and 3 assists. Alayna Turner got 11 kills, 10 aces, 13 digs, and 1 assist. Brooklyn Adams made 80 kills, 113 aces, 3 blocks, 149 digs, and 59 assists. Seven Sanderson got 1 kill and 3 aces. And Serenity Brunson had 2 kills, 2 aces, and 1 dig.
Juniors, Kiara Thomas finished with 17 kills, 42 aces, 275 digs, and 44 assists. Sadie Roberts got 77 kills, 14 blocks, 5 digs, and 2 assists. And Haylee Helms made 9 aces, 154 digs, and 1 assist.
Seniors, Chloe Creekmore made 1 kill, 8 aces, and 1 dig. Amber Elmore got 6 kills and 1 block. And Brooke Wright achieved 295 kills, 87 aces, 24 blocks, 51 digs, and 7 assists.
Groceries are easily one of our highest bills, but also one of the places I look first when we need to save. Any place you shop, there are ways to save on groceries.
The best budgeting advice for groceries I’ve heard is $100 per person for month, with a minimum of $200. So if you are a three person household your budget should look like $300 a month. If you are single, still budget $200, although less is certainly always better. I’m aware this doesn’t work for everyone, so if this doesn’t work for you pick a budget that does work!
Aldi is my favorite place to get groceries, but it’s an hour away from me. So even though I can save a LOT on my groceries sometimes it’s not practical for me to get there. Walmart is my second go to, but if all else fails I will shop at Harps. Sams Club has free delivery for plus members so I can order some staples such as flour from there! (Bonus tip: my membership was a Christmas gift so I saved on it also, and my mom and I share it. Ask for it as a gift of split the cost with someone!)
Yes, 7lbs of powdered sugar is a ton, but with the holidays coming up I am all set! I keep it in my freezer.
So how do I save money on groceries? I make as much as I can from scratch. Yes, it takes longer. But, it saves money and is healthier for us than all the additives. I try to keep my pantry stocked with staples for baking- flour, sugar, powdered sugar, brown sugar, and cooking oil.
Add fillers into your meals- rice and beans, beans and rice. That’s the Dave Ramsey way, but even those not following the financial guru can heed that advice. Potatoes, rice, beans, and lentils beef up a meal without beefing up the cost.
When you are at the grocery store look for yellow tags! Yellow tags are your friends! This is meat that is on clearance, it is not bad meat. It’s a couple days away from the FREEZE by date, which means it needs cooked or frozen after you buy it. Don’t shy away from these, there is nothing wrong with them, the store will just have to throw them away if they do not sale so they have put a discount on them. Shopping early in the morning gets you the best selection on these meats!
Sell by 11/4, saw on 11/1! Lots of time to cook or freeze!
Walmart often discounts overstocked items such as yogurt as well! Check the use by dates before purchasing, but checking those yellow tags can save a lot of money.
Shop the sales ad! Make yourself a list of what you need to keep your must haves stocked, and any good deals that will equal meals. I keep my staples on hand, and buy beef, chicken, and pork when I find it on clearance. Harps has great sales on chicken drumsticks fairly often. Aldi has a fresh meat sale every Wednesday and their prices are always great.
Another thing to keep in mind and build a pantry supply so you aren’t buying things not on sale is one for now, two for later. A step beyond this is know your pricing. I know if I find canned vegetables at 50 cents or less that’s a good deal. So instead of just buying one can and needing another one next time I am at the store I would grab 3. We use one can at a time, if you use more get more.
Don’t be afraid to shop around for the best deals! I have went to three stores on several occasions to take advantage of all the sales.
Feeding your family is expensive. It’s sad that once all other bills are paid many will struggle to provide food for their families. But having a plan when you walk in the store and setting a budget is a great starting place.
