John, Author at ILoveCostco.com

John’s Big Update

Posted by: John | October 8, 2025

My big update is just that. I got big. Hahaha!

When I’m at Costco, I am no longer torn between a hot dog and a pizza. I eat ’em both. Problem solved. I now weigh 164.5 pounds, the heaviest in my life. It’s almost the holiday season. So, I shall watch my diet starting in 2026. Everything is under control. I will lose 7 pounds, no problem. Hehehe.. Who am I kidding? I am in trouble.

Anyway, this is how I eat at the Costco food court. This is my ritual (40-second video). I use…

Hand wipe
Eating glasses (sometimes I bring a pair of computer glasses for a lark).
Hair band

The watch I am wearing is a Hamilton Khaki Field (used value $200 – $300). I found it at a garage sale for $10. I still enjoy garage sales.

I just watched my video. Oh my God, I am annoying. No wonder I live alone. 🙁

I am doing well. I will keep in touch. God bless everyone.

Question: 3 pieces of dark meat

Posted by: John | September 20, 2025

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| Personal

I have a question about Popeyes chicken (and other chicken places):

If I order 3 pieces of dark meat, am I supposed to get two thighs and one leg, or two legs and one thigh?

If 100 customers each order 3 pieces of dark meat, do they all get the same combo, or is it just a random mix?

Is there an actual policy, or does the employee just decide?

When I order 3 pieces at Popeyes Chicken, I always ask for two thighs and one leg. But now they have kiosks taking orders, so I couldn’t request two thighs and one leg.

And boom—they gave me two legs and one thigh.

Sorry I was away for so long. I am still here

Posted by: John | August 19, 2025

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I am sorry I’ve been away for so long (9 months). I am still here and well. I was just distracted and busy with life. I’ve been working at the same job for over 12 years now. I am still physically well. Nothing major had happened in the last 9 months. I still enjoy a slow and boring life. And I still believe boring is the best.

I am pushing 60 now (in less than 3 years). Can you believe that? I was in my late 30s when I started this blog. One of these days, I will write the last blog post of my life. You may wonder when I will come back, but I won’t. Holy cow. Imagine that… it freaks me out thinking about it.

Let’s give it a good 20 more years. I wish to enjoy Christmas 20 more times.

I am still here. I will keep in touch. God bless everyone.

Costco Coupons, Member-Only Savings, October 2024

Posted by: John | September 17, 2024

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| Costco Coupons

Valid September 25 – October 20, 2024

Raffle: Win A Gourmia Air Fryer

Posted by: John | August 5, 2024

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| Appliances, Raffle

Video: Cooking with Gourmia air fryer (Fish & Chips – with Chowder)

Win a Gourmia Air Fryer. Enter below. (Thank you Gourmia for making my visitor happy)

My blog is 16 years old, and I never blog for money. If somebody sends me an air fryer, I will say “Thank you” and cook with it. I try to stay neutral when I review. But… did you watch the video? Did it look like I had fun with this air fryer? Doesn’t that make your mouth water?

Gourmia air fryer has a new model. This one has a window and a light, so you can look inside without opening the container. To me, that’s a significant update. The temperature goes up to 450F. The unit is smaller than the older model, but the capacity is 1 Quart bigger than before. With that, the price hasn’t changed – at $49.99. Sometimes this goes on sale for $39.99 (October 2024)

Costco item #6232432, Gourmia 8-Quart Digital Air Fryer with Window & Light.
User manual and more information available at Costco website.
Official Gourmia Website – https://www.gourmia.com/ – Check out their kitchen products.

Raffle: Gourmia 8-Quart Digital Air Fryer

I will draw 1 winner on October 1, 2024.

I am not a professional raffle person. I reserve the right to make mistakes. Gourmia will ship the prize directly to you. You will give your address to Gourmia. I will not know who you are and where you live.

Costco Coupons, Member-Only Savings, August 2024

Posted by: John | July 25, 2024

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| Costco Coupons

Valid July 31 – August 25, 2024

I shall check out Adidas sneakers.

In the good-old days, all brand-name sneakers sold in Costco were high quality. I used to buy (brand-name) sneakers at Costco and keep them for several years as backup. But lately, Costco sometimes sells low-quality sneakers. They look cheap as if they cut corners manufacturing them. All I want is a pair of sneakers that looks normal (classic). See the picture below. I already don’t like the white stripes on the tongues. The shoes will look much better without them. Hm….

Update: I saw the shoes at Costco. I didn’t like the look at all. But, I bought them anyway. It was a good price. I will use it for indoor running (treadmill). I have another pair of Adidas for outdoor running.

Costco Coupons, Member-Only Savings, June-July 2024

Posted by: John | June 11, 2024

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| Costco Coupons, Uncategorized

Valid June 19 – July 21, 2024

I will buy the pillows – possibly two sets.
Charmin toilet paper is not on sale. They are long overdue.

Charmin toilet paper on sale

After writing this blog I checked the Costco website and saw Charmin bathroom tissues on sale. They were on sale for 9 days only (the sale ends June 16, 2024). I happened to drive by a Costco warehouse today, so I picked up two 30-packs and saved $13. They were $23.49 each after savings. This reminded me to visit the Costco website occasionally.

If you are budget-minded, the Kirkland Signature brand gives you a better value for money. You get more for money with KS toilet paper at a regular price, compared to the sales price of Charmin. I had used KS toilet paper for many years. I bought a pack of Charmin a few years ago to see why they cost more. I’ve been buying Charmin since then. Kirkland Signature is good. Charmin is fancier.