Where to shop and save money

with two kids and no active job to speak of, It's not cheap to raise kids. Aside from depending on the faith of others because I am a proud person, it does cost money to raise kids. Here are some of the places we shop at to save money:

Dollar Tree: Simply put, everything is a buck. Of course, we're not talking about quality products here. We've found Bang spray cleaner, and crappy stationery products, but they are a great place to buy gift cards and bags, which can run for more than $5 at the Hallmark store.

Dollar General: Despite the name, not everything is a dollar. Still, you can get some good bargains here. We have found vegetable juice, craft items, "clean" food, medical supplies, laundry detergent, and more.

Ollie's: As Forrest Gump says, You never know what you're going to get. That's Ollie's. There are incredible clearance prices on items like being books, food, and even tools. Sign up for Ollie's Army and save even more. All while looking at the bad puns on the walls. My personal favorite is the "Complaint Dept." over the exit door.

Wally World: Despite the people of Walmart, this is the only store as far as Pappy is concerned. Cheap prices for basic needs like food, salad, produce and rotisserie chicken. Just watch out for rude people cutting you off and getting in your way.

Target: Obviously not as cheap as Walmart, but you pay for quality. Lots of good, clean food, some deals on clothing items and housewares, and their kids' clothes, branded "Cat & Jack" are well-made and guaranteed for life.

Wegmans: Great products, quality and prices. Ready-made food, including sushi is expensive, but worth it. What isn't worth it are snotty, self-entitled shoppers who won't hesitate to cut you off or walk in front of you without a word. Coming here on the weekend is like going to war.

Trader Joe's: A godsend, and not a poor person's Whole Foods. Every product with the Trader Joe's name on it is "clean" food. Their vegetable juice and refrigerated and frozen foods are among the highlights. Don't forget to go for the samples and help your kids find "Leo."