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| Topic Started: Oct 16 2012, 05:50 AM (643 Views) | |
| Darcie | Oct 16 2012, 05:50 AM Post #1 |
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Just got back from buying 375G of sultana raisins. I picked up the last package as the clerk was going to put in new packgages, same make, same weight. The first thing he did was to change the existing price of $2.49 to $2.99. This is a 20 % increase. How do I reconcile this price increase for food and all the other food increases with the fact that the government tells us there is no price increase the last 3 months? I really want an explanation about how fixed low income pensioners are suppose to trust what the government tells us when all of our necessities are more expensive and growing by leaps and bounds. |
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| Darcie | Oct 16 2012, 11:42 AM Post #31 |
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If I remember correctly it is over a year since we three had lunch. |
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| angora | Oct 16 2012, 11:44 AM Post #32 |
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Probably about that. A lot has happened since then. I will be anxious to see your new place. |
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| Darcie | Oct 16 2012, 11:48 AM Post #33 |
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Yikes, none of the pictures etc. are on the wall, I better get my act together. |
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| angora | Oct 16 2012, 12:54 PM Post #34 |
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Dont worry, we'll be gentle. :) Thanks a lot for this conversation and invitation which we will take you up on whenever it is convenient for you in the near future. I really am grateful. Ive had a nasty day and anticipate an uncomfortable weekend. Your kind words have helped. :) Going to bed to cuddle and read now. Will be back strong tomorrow. |
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| Darcie | Oct 16 2012, 02:13 PM Post #35 |
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This has been very pleasant for me as well. I just learnt on Thursday that I have to have cataract surgery, not worried about that. But, I was warned not to drive at night and only when absolutely necessary during the day as my vision is borderline for driving. I really detest not being able to drive whenever I want. I will never wait 10 years for an eye exam, have been feeling very critical of myself because of this. Now I can stay home and have something to look forward to. |
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| Dana | Oct 16 2012, 03:01 PM Post #36 |
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Parrot, of course! They didn't do one on a cat too did they? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4vuW6tQ0218 |
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