One thing that stands out and perhaps
unites all Indians living in USA is frugality. It cuts through the entire social
barriers and divide. Irrespective of what gender, religion, looks, color an
Indian belongs to, frugality in USA really unifies us as one. It gives us a
sense of pride and achievement. We squeeze in every penny. We have been doing
it for so long that it has become part of our DNA. I am sure, by now even few
of our genes have altered itself as part of human (Indian) evolution.
First reaction of a marine on hearing the word “go” would be
to grab his gun. For us, the first and natural reaction is Groupon. We do not
do buy anything in spur of moment. We plan it, meticulously. Like a military
operation. It does not matter how much, every penny counts. We can spend hours
looking for ways to get five dollar off on a five-dollar purchase. It is not
easy. It is a tight walk between being a cheapskate and profligate.
You name a service or a category and we have saved money on
it.
Netflix Subscription: Four or five family shares the same
subscription. Making it almost free. As if you bought the subscription from
Dollar tree.
