QuiltE, it is called 'planning ahead'. I had intended to 'check' prices, but the bargains was there, so I got supplies a week early and they will 'chill' out in the new refrigerator until next week. The cranberry-orange relish needs to be made early on, and to thaw out the meat as needed...for each meal the four or five days that they will be here. Off with dh to hold his hand this morning as the dentist will 'chip' off some bone spurs on his gums. Then, if he feels like it, he will drive me to my eye doctor's appointment..this afternoon. Maybe he will say I can quilt!! Everyone take care.