"There isn't nearly enough room to tackle all the ways there are of being self sufficient. Some of you have more opportunity than others and some of you have a lot more interest than others. I realize that some of you live in apartments in large cities and feel as if some things are not possible...

"Often bulk buying is discouraged among some frugal minded people. I suggest that we take another look at buying single items versus buying bulk." I began buying more in bulk and shopping less. The outcome? My grocery expense for the month is down. I did find that once I was stocked up on some...