Welcome to the USC School of Law "Food Drive" & SNAP BLOG

As I sit here, sipping on my sweet tea from KFC, which prior to 6 p.m. I would not have been able to afford, I think of how difficult the past five days have been. As a student who works, … Continue reading →

Yesterday I had a turkey sandwich, chips, and a Diet Coke (1.70) at around 2 a.m. to give me the energy to stay up all night. Fortunately I made it through classes and through work on Thursday with just a … Continue reading →

As you know, I failed the challenge yesterday (Thursday). This is my recap and reflection. I hope you enjoyed reading these posts, and I hope you choose to help others in your area. Throughout this challenge, I have come to … Continue reading →

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This jar of pasta sauce has been staring me down all week long.  Despite feeling physically exhausted, living with a headache most of the week, and unintentionally losing four pounds, I could not bring myself to eat another tomato product.  … Continue reading →

Today, I didn’t think I could take much more of the challenge. One and a half hours into classes, I felt like I was going to fall asleep. It may have been due to my breakfast of just an apple … Continue reading →

I find myself getting more and more hungry. It’s difficult to eat off of $4.00 a day, and it’s even more difficult to eat healthy off that same amount. For breakfast today, I had two pieces of fried bologna (fried … Continue reading →

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Interesting thought- what do SNAP recipients do when they are sick?  Minimal disposal income may be available to purchse over-the-counter medications, but if not, they are in a predicament.  Without getting into healthcare law/opinions, I thought it quite unfortunate when … Continue reading →

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SNAP Challengers hit the news.  Check it out! http://www.dailygamecock.com/index.php/component/k2/item/5308-law-students-take-snap-challenge The front page is pretty interesting, the juxtaposition between stories about increases in faculty salary and zombies!  Enjoy this photo that did NOT get printed.

On the drive to school this morning, the kids asked me why I was stressed out.  “I am not stressed out!” I snapped back.  Evidently, I am a bit stressed.  It took my kids to help me really see it. There … Continue reading →

So who knew produce was a treat? My family–a husband a two children–enjoys our weekly CSA (community supported agriculture) basket. It’s filled with fresh, interesting and colorful veggies every week. However, it’s not even the realm of possible on $4 … Continue reading →

Admittedly I am an animal lover. Our dogs are beloved family members. When I did my shopping over the weekend, I bought pet treats. A thought occurred to me: What if it came down to feeding my family or the … Continue reading →

First, I’d like to say thanks to those who offered kind words and support regarding my NJ family. I really appreciate the support during this time. It’s a lot to think about and deal with. Today I had a conversation … Continue reading →

This year, my experience with the SNAP challenge is different. Basically, my life has recently become so crazy that I blew right through the beginning of the challenge, and adding the challenge probably would be too much. But Pam pointed … Continue reading →

This is harder than I thought. I don’t want to complain, but I’m hungry – I speak-a da truth. Waking up late, I didn’t have time to make toast, so I just had a banana and water. Boring, I know, … Continue reading →

I participated in the SNAP challenge last year, so I was prepared this time. I learned last year that a few items were “super” foods- filling, inexpensive, and nutritious. I lived on peanut butter, canned biscuits, white bread, lunch meat, … Continue reading →

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Apparently, I am eating far fewer calories than ususal.  Since starting this challenge, I’ve had a nagging headache most of the day and a rumbling stomach in the afternoons.  Since I’m still drinking “free” coffee at work in the morning, I can’t blame this all … Continue reading →

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Here is what didn’t make it into the stockpile for the week.  First, I had to cut back the quantity of most of the items I wanted to include.  I left out one box of broth, one can of green … Continue reading →

Today, I woke up, stomach growling and with a thirst in need of quenching. I had a healthy breakfast of buttered toast and a banana. Water helped wash it down. I knew I would be hungry later in the day, … Continue reading →

Sunday was a sick day. I had two cans of Campbells Chunky chicken noodle soup (1.50 a can at Walmart) and a Dr. Pepper (.25 a can at Bilo). Bringing my daily food costs to $3.25. I can’t say my … Continue reading →

I am a foodie, I love watching the food channel, reading cookbooks/searching for recipes, cooking, and, of course, eating! As a law student I am used to buying groceries on a very tight budget, however, I must admit that my … Continue reading →

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When I saw Pam on Friday at the Children’s Law Center Conference, she explained that the Pro Bono Office was getting geared up for the SNAP challenge next week. Since we do a fair amount of research and reporting on … Continue reading →

Before I begin to document this crusade, I want you to take note of something. I was able to visit my mom over the weekend. During that time, she cooked the most delicious meal I have had in the past … Continue reading →

NORMAL EATING HABITS Generally, I enjoy a healthy breakfast of a piece of fruit and a bowl of cereal. Sometimes I splurge and cook bacon or sausage (the two best meats in all the land). On days I go to … Continue reading →

It is time to sign up to take the SNAP Challenge!  If you are seriously interested in trying to live on the equivalent of a single person’s food stamp allotment, $4 a day, we want you! All we ask is … Continue reading →