I am what some people call "frugal"...but honestly, I am quite cheap! I don't believe in replacing something til it breaks, or has so many holes that it no longer covers the vital areas. I live for the 50-75% off racks at the PX (Post Exchange), and love flea markets b/c I have gotten quite good at haggling. Maybe it's b/c I have never had money to blow, and I am always paranoid about unexpected expenses...
I decided on Monday that I needed a new toothbrush, and my favorite toothpaste was kind of low, so off to WalMart I went. While I was there I also decided that I should get a bath mat for my bathroom (I always used a towel on the floor...I told you I was cheap!) and then I saw a cute toothbrush holder, and decided that I would finally start keeping my toothbrush in my bathroom (Eric's bathroom had one, so I saw no need to have 2).
Then I went over to pick out a new toothbrush, and when comparing the prices I noticed that the really cool Crest Spin brush's were only $8. I figured, why not and picked one up. I set up my new bathroom, and cleaned all my hair & body products off the sink, and was excited to try it later that day.
Well, I am such a creature of habit that I didn't even remember about it til this morning.....WOW!!! I love my new toothbrush! My teeth feel so clean, and even that one area that I always seem to battle with was no trouble for this new wonder.
While I am so stoked that I took the plunge with this modern marvel...I am curious as to what else I am missing out on?
Thursday, November 13, 2008
Who knew I was living in the Stone Age???
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Congrats on the new toothbrush!
And what is the PX?
The PX (Post Exchange) is the military's version of a Walmart/Target...a really bad one. They have clothes, shoes, jewelry, hunting supplies (always a must), sports equipment, electronics, etc. They only carry name brand products, but at a discounted price. Which is where I got my Vera Bradley purse for $40, instead of the normal $60!
The Commissary is the military version of a grocery store, again with only brand names, but at discounted prices. But, in reality it is only cheaper if you live on the military base, b/c after you spend the money on gas to get there, they charge you a "surcharge" which is equal to sales tax, and you have to tip the bagger. That is why I normally go to Walmart (for the cheap walmart brand) unless I happen to be in the area.
I never wanted a spin brush cause I thought only geeks had "special toothbrushes". lol. But Mike ended up buying one for me and my teeth have never felt so
clean. :) We got one for Jacob too and it makes brushing his teeth sooooo much easier.
We have Sonic Care toothbrushes--you know the ones that cost $100.00 each. Those are the perks for having a sister-in-law that is a dental assistant because I didn't pay a penny for them!!
Mary, welcome to the Celestial Wallet Club, where your wallet is sealed for Time & All Eternity.
LOL
Never skimp on body hygiene. That's my motto. I may not have a years supply of food, but you better believe I have enough tampons and deodorant to last that long. And extra toothbrush heads for our oral-B toothbrush. I remember well the lecture on cardiology when I learned that people with poor oral hygiene die younger.
I miss the PX deals. My first pair of sneakers were bought at the PX in Frankfurt, Germany. They were blue and white and called 'Bubblegummers.'
Wow if this toothbrush is a marvel to you...you are missing on SO much! LOL! Guess what they even have listerine in flavors that don't BURN!!LOL
yay! someone as equally frugal as me :). Nowadays I know very few people who "don't replace something til it breaks, or has so many holes that it no longer covers the vital areas." When I use something for a long time and someone suggest I get a new one I am always perfectly flabbergasted. Yeah, it may be a little outdated and worse for wear, but it still works. so what's the deal?
I use a towel on the bathroom floor, but that's just because our kitty pees on every bath mat we try to use. She leaves towels alone, though. Go figure.
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