Basenji, thanks for compiling that, what an awesome list!
Yesterday I used a $15 off a purchase coupon from Sports Authority to buy a $20 butane camp stove. I'd been looking at $50-100 2-burner stoves, but really didn't need two burners. This one will be perfect for making coffee or heating up a simple meal, and it was $5.29 out the door.
Today - I'm going to take one more go and snaking our clogged kitchen drain before calling the plumber. The clog is way down there unfortunately, and it's somehow more clogged after I worked at it yesterday, but I hate to admit defeat.
Rather than making a special trip to the grocery and feed stores today, I'll "shop" my garden for vegetables this afternoon, make up a minimal shopping list, and grab the few things we actually need on the way home from work tomorrow instead.
Will not using the clogged sink as an excuse to go out to eat tonight.