Thinking inflation is closer to 30%
Motels are up 50% in the past 2 years.... Same motels in the same cities/town that I have stayed at while traveling.
Meals are up 33% eating the same meals at the same restaurants while traveling. Plus, when we eat out where we live. Lunch used to be in the $25 range and now it is nearing $40-$50 for the 2 of us.
Grocery store pricing is up 20% to 50% on select items. Makes one really look at the items. I could be more specific on item by item, however I do the grocery shopping and have noticed a big up swing in all categories.
Fuel pricing is up about 40% from a year ago. I have a log and keep track of every fill up, with location and grade of fuel purchased.
Home Depot pricing is up 20% to 40% on like items that I purchase every year.
however, the government is able to move what is counted around in determining inflation.
