It’s all about timing.

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I often run late.

Sometimes, its the fault of other household members, including the dog.

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In passing, a clerk said, Oh, usually, theyre gone by now.

Thats when she explained how they mark down their products.

Ive also found fresh tilapia for $4 and ground lamb for $3.

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I usually buy two or three packages of marked-down meat at a time.

I take a stab at leave some for other shoppers unless only one or two packages remain.

That way, it stays fresh until I need it for a meal.

I’ll buy extras and then toss them in the freezer, too.

Thats how I got an entire turkey for $16 and a giant ham for $10.

My family didnt mind celebrating an extra Thanksgiving in February or Easter in May.