tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8807463506816650263.post3791424286639493468..comments2023-12-10T03:56:19.592-05:00Comments on My Primitive Creations by Tonya: Gas Prices Put the Crunch on My Cleaning Business~Worried~My Primitive Creations by Tonyahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15880977560517625522noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8807463506816650263.post-57810600927738285062011-05-02T19:24:08.493-04:002011-05-02T19:24:08.493-04:00Tonya,
It truly has become a scary world with all ...Tonya,<br />It truly has become a scary world with all that is going on. We are putting a garden in this year for the first time and we have cut back on trips out. Like many of the comments I believe you should increase your price to recoup your expenses. Some people will do stay-cations but many will still do the things they love. Most have budget for it already this year. God always provides a way for those who believe in Him. He will guide you in your decissions. <br />I think it's neat you have a pet blue jay.<br /><br />Stay positive and strong my prim friend.<br />Blessings,<br />JeanJean Barkerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02102914981009699550noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8807463506816650263.post-46408097006792963002011-05-02T16:31:15.560-04:002011-05-02T16:31:15.560-04:00I believe people will still do some things they no...I believe people will still do some things they normally do even with the high price of gas. We still need a vacation! And the cottages still need to be cleaned or people won't come back. I think it's o.k. to raise your prices to meet your needs. You can always lower them later and say your having a end of season sale. <br />Good Luck to you and hope everything works out.<br />Prim Blessings<br />RobinRobin at The Primitive Hutchhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03254470125476345405noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8807463506816650263.post-76253150460032521002011-05-01T12:11:21.261-04:002011-05-01T12:11:21.261-04:00Thanks everyone for sharing there thoughts. It can...Thanks everyone for sharing there thoughts. It can be so depressings sometimes but knowing that we have each other and can vent and share our prayers it seems to lighten the load.. <br /><br />Hugs and Blessings to you all..<br />TonyaMy Primitive Creations by Tonyahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15880977560517625522noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8807463506816650263.post-55487672782148782992011-05-01T10:40:52.569-04:002011-05-01T10:40:52.569-04:00I am worrying right here next to you too! My hubb...I am worrying right here next to you too! My hubby is on disability and I work a part time job (3.75 hours a day)for minimum wage. Right now we are flooded in and I have not been able to get to work for a week. If I could, I would have to drive the long way around which would be almost an hour round trip every day. <br /><br />I try to cut back on everything. Make my own laundry and dish soap. No eating out. No unnecessary trips into town (when we can get into town). As soon as the grown dries up enough to till... I plan on a garden to help through the summer and hopefully can a little of it for winter.<br /><br />Unfortunately... I think its going to get worse before it starts getting better. Sending prayers.<br /><br />*hugs*<br />Debbie KDebbiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05450798070205006436noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8807463506816650263.post-9608012283857455702011-04-30T20:59:44.564-04:002011-04-30T20:59:44.564-04:00we've been seeing the signs for the last two y...we've been seeing the signs for the last two years...dug up part of the backyard lawn and put a large garden in...all our trees are fruit trees, we put in berry bushes also and are thinking about chickens..this is in town too....I also hang out my wash to save energy. and we cut out cable TV..have an antenna and watch DVDs only.<br />Last year we canned/ froze quarts and jars of good food which we've enjoyed. I am looking forward to doing it again this fall.<br />God will and does provide..both our sons now have work too..<br />Our business works on driving so that hasn't changed but we drive the family car now not the van as it eats gas...inflation will get worse before it gets better, believe me.....Have faith..it is scary, I know but God is in control....He will lead you....He did it for us and He can do it for you...Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8807463506816650263.post-82969478024638265662011-04-29T23:42:34.364-04:002011-04-29T23:42:34.364-04:00You have painted the picture in truth. I believe y...You have painted the picture in truth. I believe your thought to pray about it is the right place to start. After each trip to the store each week I see the added need to plant more food bearing plants. Just like every one else I end up paying more for the same items each week or pay the normal budget amount & leave with less on my list. Watching the news dose not help but just adds more worry. I have gotten to the point I don't want the kids to leave home. I really fear how they would make it on their own. Better for them to stay & help me & I help them. I really hope you get your answer fast. Prayer & Blessings!<br />LaraA Primitive Homesteadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06205375008312950661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8807463506816650263.post-33873235276808887012011-04-29T23:01:58.388-04:002011-04-29T23:01:58.388-04:00Tonya,
I think you aren't alone. Everything is...Tonya,<br />I think you aren't alone. Everything is going up, you are right, I think people really have to stop and think about what they choose to spend on. It IS hard, but also know that our God is a big God, and nothing is too hard for him! We REALLY have to trust him, he will provide. Seek him and he will show you the path he has laid out. We all SHOULD be doing this every day.<br />Blessings,<br />Reneereneehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17826574738180604404noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8807463506816650263.post-40365737427055859432011-04-29T21:36:29.959-04:002011-04-29T21:36:29.959-04:00Tonya,
Hang in there, just remember as you raise y...Tonya,<br />Hang in there, just remember as you raise your prices most likely those rentals have went up as well and alot of people just dont give up on things they have done habitually! So Im praying it all breaks free for all of us soon . Gas here hit $4.19 today I almost cried , how is anyone making min wage ever gonna aford to go to work let alone pay childcare etc.. Be more efficient for everyone to live on welfare and stay home that way those of us who work ourselves silly can pay for every one lol Who Knows but all I can say is Keep the Faith , keep praying! Keep your chin up . hugs<br />lil raggedy angieLil Raggedy Angiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11786536588187440480noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8807463506816650263.post-8431592587232016142011-04-29T15:41:54.158-04:002011-04-29T15:41:54.158-04:00Tonya, I'm so sorry you are being so much affe...Tonya, I'm so sorry you are being so much affected by this, but it's true, it just snowballs and one thing leads to another, our government doesn't do much to help out the small business owner, but yet you have to make a living:( I hope you find a solution soon dear friend and can keep both going for you ((HUGS))Carmen S.https://www.blogger.com/profile/13456401188562193384noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8807463506816650263.post-34433302575194404332011-04-29T15:23:11.444-04:002011-04-29T15:23:11.444-04:00Maybe change to an acceptable hourly rate?
It is ...Maybe change to an acceptable hourly rate? <br />It is hard for everyone but you have talent and a service that people need. You have to try to keep your head above water--not a pun! People will pay or there will be other people. You should have offered your friend another price....He may have surprised you....<br />★Linda★Linda ★ Parker's Generalhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06580449029112777882noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8807463506816650263.post-18563003217740874822011-04-29T15:21:13.189-04:002011-04-29T15:21:13.189-04:00Gas here in my part of Canada is $1.35 a litre whi...Gas here in my part of Canada is $1.35 a litre which is $5.10 a gallon. YIKES!!! It sure makes me rethink every trip I make in the car. If it is not necessary, it is not happening. I am sorry you are feeling the pinch. It would not be unreasonable to raise your prices for cleaning. Is it possible to get a smaller more economical vehicle?? Also, have you thought about selling on Etsy? I believe it is free to list. That would save you some money. <br /> <br />You are right to trust in God. He will provide for your needs and will direct your steps.Theresahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02410176479138340024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8807463506816650263.post-54848107563953878042011-04-29T13:44:52.799-04:002011-04-29T13:44:52.799-04:00We live in a tourist area and know what you speak ...We live in a tourist area and know what you speak of. I bet others are raising their prices - as long as you can stay competetive, you may have to raise like everyone else. Very hard situation, but it will get better as the season goes on - hang in there! ~*~LisaThe Moonlit Stitchhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12579855658011403660noreply@blogger.com