I didn't shop everyday, either. Once a week to the regular store; just like my mom! I supplemented with trips to the co-op. The Tempe Natural Foods Co-op was big and active even in the late 70s. The last time I was in AZ, it's turned into a huge store, nothing like the natural foods store I go to now. My way of shopping and cooking never has changed much over the years, even with the addition of a husband and 2 kids. The only thing that's different now is that I go to local small farmers for fruits and veggies about 5 months out of the year.