Prices are skyrocketing, especially for the two things we can't avoid buying: fuel and food. Many people have been hurt by the real estate slump, and the drought has slashed income for people whose jobs depend on water.
If you're pinching pennies these days, The Times wants to hear from you.
What are you doing to economize and stretch your household budget?
Contact reporter Debbie Gilbert at 770-718-3407 or dgilbert@gainesvilletimes.com.