Sqwertz wrote:
>
> On Sat, 25 Sep 2010 19:53:42 +0000, mikefood wrote:
>
> > I'm trying to stay on a low budget since i've been out of work. I just
> > found out about the Angel Food Ministry Network.
> >
> > https://www.angelfoodministries.com/Default.asp?
>
> I've thought about trying them out an a few occasions but I really
> don't think it's that great of a deal.
>
> The correct link is:
>
> http://www.angelfoodministries.com/

We didn't think it was cheaper than how we shop either.

>
> Maybe if I lived in where grocery prices are higher I would take
> advantage of it. But I don't think it's worth pre-paying up to 3
> weeks for mystery food, most of which I wouldn't normally buy because
> I don't consider it good value in the first place.

That's it precisely. Much of what is on offer we don't buy anyway.

>
> Why buy preformed, breaded breast meat patties for $2.50/lb when I can
> buy real chicken at $.67/lb? It's deosn't cot me $2/lb to debone
> chicken. You have to figure in that sort of stuff when you consider
> the value of those boxes.

There is that as well. We do buy decent fishsticks and premade little
frozen tacos as convenience foods. TMU is such a finicky eater, at least
those things tempt her to a meal.
>
> And the last time we talked about this program, there was some
> "controversy" over the intention of these boxes. These boxes are for
> everyone. You don't have to be poor to be a recipient.
>
> Manufacturers give this stuff away at near-cost as promotionals and
> write off the difference. The churches get to add some literature to
> the box, thereby spreading The Word. And many people benefit from it.
>
> -sw