Today was the first time I bought groceries. Not going to the store with my parents or picking up a few specific items that I needed. I had to buy the most basic things: milk, bread, cereal, etc. Stuff I have grown accustomed to always having around. It was an interesting experience. With the knowledge I have literally nothing to eat back in my room, I tried to think of what I needed. So many questions arose. Will I actually eat this, or let it sit around? What is reasonably healthy? Is this within my price range? What portion size should I buy? Can I make more than one dish with this? Is there enough space in the fridge for this?
It was exciting. And eye-opening. I always take the presense of food for granted. I frequently buy snacks, but never basic food. I really never think about where it comes from or the fact that it is replaced or that it costs money. I now understand why people get those super market reward cards and take the time to clip coupons and make grocery lists beforehand. It's a rather simple task, but to have to do it for yourself can be incredibly difficult.
mm, i very enjoyed getting groceries for the dorm room, i bet it's more exciting when you're not also on a meal plan
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