Saving my Conscience

Sometimes the desire to save money and the desire to do the right thing collide. We've started shopping for groceries monthly.

Should I shop at Walmart (20 miles away) or at the store in the small town near home (9 miles away)? Of course, groceries are more expensive at the small store, but the owner has said the store can’t survive if people just stop by to pick up the occasional item. Is saving money more important than supporting the local economy? I think I’ve answered my own question. I’m going to shop at the local store on the day they give a 10% discount to seniors. That way I can save money AND not feel guilty doing so.