it might seem silly but....ill say it anyway

This may seem like a total "duh" kind of comment, but after being asked this one many many times it has become obvious that I should probably address it. What do I buy when I look at the list? ONLY THE THINGS THAT MY FAMILY WOULD NORMALLY USE! Do NOT (unless you really want to) buy stuff just because it is a super cheap sale price and you have coupon. A deal, even a FIVE STAR DEAL, is not a deal if it is something that the people in your household would not eat, or use! Example--dont buy pet food because its nearly free if you DONT HAVE A PET. The exception to this being you plan on giving it to a neighbor who does. So, I know that there are many who probably think that this is a "duh" kind of question but I dont believe in "dumb questions". So please feel free to ask away.