Originally Posted by Ptmcbriz (Post 2398472)

You apparently don’t shop much.

Originally Posted by retiredguy123 (Post 2398521)

I can remember that 60 years ago, most new golf balls cost about $1.25 each. Today, you can still buy a new regulation golf ball for about the same price. Go figure.

Originally Posted by Two Bills (Post 2398541)

You were being royally ripped off in those days.
Most of the companies making golf balls 60 years ago, have since moved into plain cake making.
Much more profit!

Originally Posted by Rainger99 (Post 2398540)

I don't think I have ever been to a Cheesecake Factory.

I just saw this online!

Cheesecake Factory 10-inch whole cheesecakes range from $64.95–$70.95, and 6-inch and 7-inch cheesecakes range from $28.95–$43.95. A 10-inch cheesecake can serve 12–15 people.

I would have had trouble buying that when I was working - now that I am retired, I can't clearly can't afford to spend that much on a cheesecake.

Originally Posted by Topspinmo (Post 2398218)

Was thinking about treat at local store other day (won’t name store but obvious) cake caught my eye, nice 9” double layer cream cheese frosting looked might good till I seen price.

The 25 dollar 9” double layer plain cake nothing fancy. Actually 25.98 plus tax makes it close to 30 bucks.

Sorry I don’t need 25 dollar plain cake. When back brought me generic hostess cup cake that satisfied my craving. Sure I get some of usual comments. Ok flame away. :crap2:

Originally Posted by asianthree (Post 2398291)

Have you found the carvel birthday cake?

The brand is a cult following, ice cream (not the best) cake, that’s been frozen along with icing. Cost $19 to $20 range until pandemic, then cake not available until 2023. Same cake this May $28.50 on sale from $32.

Cheesecake Factory used to make a chocolate million dollar cake. A slice is $17.

Originally Posted by Stu from NYC (Post 2398529)

Didnt end well for Marie as I recall.

Originally Posted by Ptmcbriz (Post 2398472)

I buy birthday cakes from the grocery bakery every year. I usually order them online, 3 layers, cream cheese frosting etc. I can’t remember them being below $25 for many many years. At lease 5-7 years or more. My requests usually run $30-$40 now. For Thanksgiving this year I bought an entire Cheesecake Factory cheesecake and it was $75. You apparently don’t shop much. It’s been this way even before the pandemic. .

Originally Posted by retiredguy123 (Post 2398521)

I can remember that 60 years ago, most new golf balls cost about $1.25 each. Today, you can still buy a new regulation golf ball for about the same price. Go figure.

Originally Posted by coconutmama (Post 2398410)

That’s hilarious. Thanks for my morning laugh.

My mother did the same thing with Toll House cookies off of the Nestles chocolate chip bag 😊
(She played Scrabble instead)

Originally Posted by opinionist (Post 2398423)

I noticed organic eggs for over $10 a dozen in the store.
People living paycheck to paycheck are in big trouble.
That is why I donate to the food bank to help people.

Originally Posted by Rainger99 (Post 2398540)

I don't think I have ever been to a Cheesecake Factory.

I just saw this online!

Cheesecake Factory 10-inch whole cheesecakes range from $64.95–$70.95, and 6-inch and 7-inch cheesecakes range from $28.95–$43.95. A 10-inch cheesecake can serve 12–15 people.

I would have had trouble buying that when I was working - now that I am retired, I clearly can't afford to spend that much on a cheesecake.

Originally Posted by OrangeBlossomBaby (Post 2398590)

What store is selling organic eggs for $10/dozen? I know Vitality overcharges for theirs at every store, but I haven't seen a $10 price tag for them. I can still get Happy or Handsome Eggs at Walmart for under $6.

But there's a lady with hens outside the Villages that I've gotten my last two dozen from, and she won't allow me to pay her for them. So I'm just sitting in a big bucket full of WIN.

Originally Posted by Topspinmo (Post 2398218)

Was thinking about treat at local store other day (won’t name store but obvious) cake caught my eye, nice 9” double layer cream cheese frosting looked might good till I seen price.

The 25 dollar 9” double layer plain cake nothing fancy. Actually 25.98 plus tax makes it close to 30 bucks.

Sorry I don’t need 25 dollar plain cake. When back brought me generic hostess cup cake that satisfied my craving. Sure I get some of usual comments. Ok flame away. :crap2: