The Dollar Tree Store Food & Product Shrinkflation is Real and Deceptive Be Aware

 I'm a loyal Dollar Tree shopper and Youtube Hauler over 9 years. I have seen slowly over the years food, drink, and various product size's shrinking at the Dollar Tree Store. 

As families continue to struggle they are faced with more food insecurity. The Dollar Tree store is a go to for food, medicine, health hygiene, beauty, cleaning products and so much more. They help make ends meet when every little penny counts. 

This is what I found on my recent shopping trip. My video (above) I share how a go to product for our family Hungry Jack Pancake mix is being effected This is what is happening.

Hungry Jack Pancake Mix 16oz $1.25

Hungry Jack Pancake Mix 14oz $1.25 

(In the same box size) very deceptive

(These above are being phased out) 

Now it will be Hungry Jack Pancake Mix 12oz

$1.25

Please be more aware when shopping friends.

Prepping Possible Wheat Shortage a List of Items to have in your Pantry or Stock Pile

Winter wheat is off to a rocky start in 2025, with major production states like Nebraska, Texas, and South Dakota reporting poor early conditions, according to the first USDA Crop Progress report of the season released April 7. 

Nationally, 31% of winter wheat is rated good/excellent. But in some states, rough weather and dry soils are threatening yields just as the crop is entering key spring growth stages. 

What does this mean to you or your family? What should you consider adding to your pantry or stock pile. Remember the general rule keep your food in a cool, dry, and dark place for longevity. 

Next time you go shopping look at the ingredients you maybe surprised to see wheat in the ingredients. Here is a list of items to consider.

Common Wheat-Containing Foods:

• Breads: All types of bread, including white bread, whole wheat bread, rye bread, sourdough, biscuits, and bagels. 
• Pastas: Spaghetti, fettuccine, lasagna, ravioli, and other wheat-based pasta dishes. 
• Breakfast Cereals: Many breakfast cereals, though some are specifically labeled gluten-free and pancakes. 
• Baked Goods: Cakes, cookies, muffins, pies, pastries, and other baked goods. 
• Crackers and Biscuits: Various types of crackers, biscuits, and snack foods. 
• Pizza: Pizza crust, dough, and some toppings. 
• Snack Foods: Granola bars, energy bars, some types of chips and pretzels. 
• Process Meat and Deli Meats: Many processed meats, sausages, and deli meats may contain wheat-based ingredients. 
• Seitan: A meat substitute made from wheat gluten. 
• Soups and Sauces: Many canned and boxed soups and sauces may use wheat flour as a thickener. 
• Malted Drinks: Some malted drinks, like beer and ale, may contain wheat. 
• Other: Many other foods may contain wheat, including ice cream, soy sauce, and even some personal care products. 

Important Considerations for Wheat Allergy and Celiac Disease:

• Cross-Contamination: Be mindful of cross-contamination, especially in restaurants and when preparing food. 
• Hidden Wheat: Wheat can be hidden in unexpected places, such as in sauces, salad dressings, and processed foods. 
• Read Labels: Carefully check ingredient labels for wheat and its derivatives. 
• Gluten-Free Alternatives: Look for gluten-free alternatives to wheat-containing foods. 

Foods That May Contain Wheat (Check Labels):

• Couscous: Made from semolina, which is a type of wheat.
• Spelt: A type of wheat.
• Triticale: A hybrid grain between wheat and rye.
• Farro: An ancient grain that can be used like wheat.
• Semolina: A type of wheat flour used in pasta. 

Easy DIY Dollhouse Miniature Tudor Bed Using Recycle Materials Like Cereal Boxes

 

I have several videos I am posting for reference to create the 1:12 scale Dollhouse Miniature Tudor Bed from recycled materials. This particular video above you will see a few easy projects to enjoy as well. In particular sewing bolts for a sewing room or store project. 

In this video (above) you will see how the Dollhouse Miniature 1:12 scale Tudor bed come's along and my decision to add the beautiful fabric to the bed's canopy. 

Lastly, I decided to go ahead and create the pillows from the same beautiful thick fabric. I hope you subscribe to my Youtube channel 

https: //www.youtube.com/channel/UCVxLh79y_e-7gAGMyrhvW5gas 

I have chosen the Dollhouse the bed will reside in. The particular room will need a complete re-do. I hope you subscribe to see the transformation. 

US Postal Service suspends incoming parcels from China and Hong Kong

 

CNN’s Rashard Rose contributed reporting.

https://www.cnn.com/2025/02/04/busine...

The article below is a copy of the above link:

CNN Reports: The US Postal Service says it has temporarily suspended the acceptance of incoming international parcels from China and Hong Kong until further notice. It did not provide a reason for the suspension, but said in a statement Tuesday the flow of letters will not be affected. The Postal Service did not provide any additional information on the suspension when contacted by CNN. The announcement comes just days after US President Donald Trump signed an executive order that terminated the “de minimis” exemption, a long-standing rule that allowed anyone, including exporter The new rule is likely to affect e-commerce sites like Shein and Temu, which have built their gargantuan business models around this exemption. The relaxed restrictions and tax exemptions on cheap products have allowed more than a billion packages to pour into the US at low prices for consumers looking for deals on clothing to household goods. s, to ship packages worth less than $800 to the United States without duties or needing to undergo inspections. While it is unclear whether the suspension was related to the executive order, experts have told CNN the delivery of international parcels into the US would be “slowed down” if every package must be examined. Currently, US Customs and Border Protection has the authority to open and inspect all international packages, though in practice it doesn’t open every single item. This is a developing story and will be updated.

Me: I found it very interesting that Youtube creators that participated on the Temu affiliate program were reporting their accounts had been suspended. This helps to put the puzzle pieces together. This will have an affect on outstanding in transit orders and those who are creators. I'm sure we will see a shift in the tide as this gets worked out. Additionally, we as small business owners Auto/Equipment Repair we will feel this pinch as well. Let's hope for the best and its gets resolved quickly. We may have to begin paying shipping on Temu and Shein orders as well other over sea's company purchase/orders.

Canada unveils list of products covered by first round of 25% tariffs by the USA it's Shocking!!!!

https://www.canada.ca/en/department-finance/news/2025/02/list-of-products-from-the-united-states-subject-to-25-per-cent-tariffs-effective-february-4-2025.html  Click See Full List to access the complete list

https://edition.cnn.com/politics/live-news/trump-tariffs-presidency-news-02-02-25#cm6nw28h200563b6nvps5ixm1 Click see full list here to access the complete list 

The link's above are provided by cnn.com                

I encourage  you to visit this extensive list that will affect the USA and it's families. This is just one country Canada and it's alarming to say the least. Let me know your thoughts below.

Homemakers Challenges in 2025 & Dollar Tree Prepper Haul

I've been away for a while. I had been concentrating on my personal life and Youtube but now I'm back! Regardless of what side of the fence you stand on your choice of government or President. 

We all will be feeling the effects of the unsurmountable amount of debt the USA is in. We all are in the same ship for higher prices and it's challenges. 

 

Homemaker's are always in the fore front of my thoughts. As we

are the core to so many things in our homes. We are cooks, nurses, accountants, doctors, farmer, teachers, cleaners, carpenters, counselors, designers, seamstress/sewers, and so much more. 

Now, we are tasked at making miracles happen with tight food budgets and smaller pantry sizes. 

This is our opportunity to shine. We can challenge ourselves to do the uncomfortable. Learn new skills that will help you grow as a person and provide it's fruits to your family. I know many of us... 

I myself included will be fearful of starting something new out of fear and failure. We must acknowledge it's just a feeling and go beyond it. 

Make a list of new skills or projects. Give yourself a start date and just do it. I need to do this myself and not live in fear of failure or dismay. It's all a learning process for sure. I will be sharing here what are the new things I am doing along with a list later on this week. I may tweek it here and there as my days go. Until then friends. Have a Blessed Day.