My grocery budget almost blew up at the self-checkout

Nancy Smith · 2026-04-06T12:55:05.276448+00:00

I was at the store yesterday and my total came to $127, which was way over my $80 target. I realized I'd grabbed the big pack of chicken without checking the price per pound. I put it back, got the smaller pack, and walked out spending $78. Anyone else have a close call like that?

the_eric6mo ago

Oh man, that price per pound gets me every time! I started weighing the big packs in my hand to guess the cost before I even walk to checkout. What's the worst overcharge you've caught last minute?

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joelh646mo ago

Seriously, I always do the math in my head right on the spot.

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kimr106mo ago

Ugh, that's the worst feeling. I almost bought a tiny bag of coffee for like twenty bucks because I didn't see the size. My heart actually dropped at the scanner lol. Good catch putting it back.

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