One great way to realize the value in frugality is to map out small savings over a year. Take a soda from a machine at work at $1.25. Five days a week, 50 weeks a year. That’s $312.50. With taxes, you have to earn about $400.00 to buy those cans. Buy a case of generic soda at 25 cents a can and bring a can to work every day, five days a week, 50 weeks a year. Cost: $62.50. Savings on just that one item is $250. Now multiply that thrifty behavior throughout as many purchases as you can and you start to see the difference.

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Old World Deli is Bellingham’s authentic delicatessen in the European fashion! You can dine-in, shop the market, and order wine, meat, cheese, and groceries for pick up or delivery!  Order online or visit them at 1228 N. State Street in Bellingham!  Check out their daily specials on Facebook to save money on your lunch or dinner.