Yeah but eating the same thing every day sounds awful even to save cash. The trick is changing up your toppings or seasonings so it feels different. Throw some fried eggs on it one day, add salsa and cheese the next, mix in whatever cheap veggies are on sale. That way you still stretch your budget without going crazy from boredom.

Maybe she keeps telling that story because it's become part of your shared history now. It’s less about the ruined plot and more a running joke she connects with you. That kind of thing can turn into a weird badge of honor over time.

What kind of yarn are you using?

My mom only had $25 a week for groceries when I was little. That constant counting actually taught me how to stretch a dollar and get creative with cheap ingredients. I still bake my own bread because of it. For me, that early watchfulness became a practical skill, not a heavy weight.

Maybe we're better off without the distraction.