Comment Saturday -

Today is Comment Saturday!!

For every comment left, I will return the favor by responding to your comment and by visiting your blog and leaving a comment.

I love to hear from my readers and I encourage you to leave comments on any blog you visit.

Today's question....Do you plant a garden?  If so, what do you plant and how big is your garden? 

I usually have a few plants each summer including tomato, squash, zucchini, and cucumbers.  I also have a small herb garden.  This year I am planning to expand my garden and try a few new things.

FREE Amish Country eCookbook

Santa Margherita Mother's Day Sweepstakes

Every mom deserves a little relaxation, and what could be more relaxing than a weekend getaway? Just in time for Mother's Day weekend, one of our favorite wine brands wants to make sure that one lucky mom is ringing in the holiday with style! In honor of the introduction of the refreshing new Santa Margherita Sparkling Rosè, Santa Margherita is hosting a fantastic Facebook contest.

If lounging at a beautiful hotel in an exciting city, sipping on the new Santa Margherita Sparkling Rosè sounds up your alley, point your kids (or yourselves!) in the direction of Facebook! By simply telling Santa Margherita why their mom deserves a getaway, they'll be entering you for the chance to win a

Las Vegas Mother's Day Weekend for two
- including airfare
- two nights at the Monte Carlo Resort & Casino
- a memorable Mother's Day Brunch featuring HGTV star and entertaining expert Monica Pedersen.

Other great prizes include bottles of wine, boxes of chocolates and copies of Monica Pedersen's new book, "Make it Beautiful."

Encourage your kids to enter or log on to Facebook to enter on behalf of your own mother!

Because Italians' love of their mothers is internationally renowned, Mother's Day provides the perfect occasion for America's favorite Italian wine to introduce Americans to the delicious new Santa Margherita Sparkling Rosè. The Sparkling Rosè joins an acclaimed lineup of Santa Margherita wines that also includes Pinot Grigio, Prosecco and Chianti Classico Riserva. The #1 Imported Italian Wine crafted this beautiful, sparkling blend of Prosecco di Valdobbiadene, Chardonnay, and a hint of Malbec in the crisp, easy-drinking style for which Santa Margherita is renowned. The new Santa Margherita Sparkling Rose isn't available in stores until May.

Disclosure: I was entered for a chance to win a Santa Margherita prize package in exchange for this post. No monetary exchange took place.

Thought of the Day

Family - the most prized possession in my life!

Dollar General - $10 off $30 Instantly on Outdoor Living Items - Saturday April 14 ONLY

Saturday, April 14 ONLY Save $10 off $30 instantly on any purchase of Outdoor Living Items at Dollar General.

Items include grills, charcoal, lighter fluid, grill accessories, coolers, fans, potting soil, doutdoor planters and plant stands, seeds and seed starters, hoses, sprinkles, nozzles, lawn furniture, lawn decor, wind chimes, citronella, bird feeders, yard care, garden tools,, fencing and shepherd hooks.

Payless Shoe Store - BOGO 50% Off Plus an Additional 25% Off

Do you need some new spring/summer shoes?  Now is the time to to buy.  Currently, Payless Shoe Store is have a Buy One Get One 50% off and here is a coupon code - 65814 - for an additional 25% off.  Also, choose to have them shipped to your local store and you can get FREE shipping!

FREE Sample of Prilosec OTC - Available Again!

Click here to request your FREE sample of Prilosec OTC.

Sunday Coupon Preview

There will be 3 inserts in this weeks Sunday paper - 2 - Smartsource inserts and 1-RedPlum.  A few of my favorites are below.  Click here for a complete list of coupons that will be available.

- ban Save $.75/1 solid (5/31)
- Huggies Save $1.50/1 diapers jumbo pack+ (5/12)
- Huggies Save $2/1 Little Movers or Little Snugglers diapers or Overnites diapers jumbo pack+ (5/12)
- Colgate Save $1/1 Total Advanced, Optic White or Sensitive Pro-Relief 4oz+ (5/5)

Thought of the Day

"Beware of little expenses.  A small leak will sink a great ship."

Benjamin Franklin

Ways I Saved/Earned Money This Week

- I read all of my Inbox Dollars emails for my account and my husband's daily to add money to our accounts.

- I read all of my MyPoints emails daily for my account and my husband's to add points to receive FREE gift cards.

- Cleaned out my coupon binder and filed new coupons for future shopping trips.

- Continued to use my FREE samples this week including - toothpaste, dental floss, mouthwash, lotion, razors and shampoo.

- Only used my dishwasher once this week.

- Heat has been turned off completely. Abnormally warm days this time of year.

- No drugstore shopping this week.

- Wrote 2 sponsored posts for a gift certificate and cash.

- Planned my grocery store shopping using the sale ad and coupons.

- Stayed home alot this week which always saves money.

- Finally returned a Christmas present and received a full refund.

- Paid several bills online - no money spent on stamps.

- Planned all my errands for one day to save on gas.

- Watched 2 movies this week that I recorded on my DVR when I received FREE Starz from Directv.

- Planning a trip to my local flea market to sell lots of kids summer clothes and baby items.  It is time to let go!

- Prepared a couple of dishes for Easter family lunch, pulled items out of my stockpile. No extra money spent.

- Requested a few free samples this week and also requested a free magazine subscription.

- Cashed in Swagbucks for a $5 Amazon gift card.  Saving for Christmas shopping.



What did you do to saved/earn money this week? Please link up below. If you don't have a blog, that's fine, leave a comment and share how you saved/earned money this week.

Today's Favorite Coupon = BOGO Scotch Brite Disinfecting Wipes

These are always great to have on hand and they are a great item to donate to your childs classroom. Click here to print your coupon.

Papa Johns - Possible FREE Pizza?

If you are a Papa John's Reward Member, you may have enough points for a large pizza.  Papa John's just added 15 points to all accounts - Papa Johns Tax Relief.  If you had at least 10 points in your account, then you now have enough for a FREE Large Pizza.  Must be redeem 4/12-4/17! 

FREE Subscription to BabyTalk Magazine

Click here to request your FREE subscription to BabyTalk magazine!

REMINDER - Only 4 days Left ... TaxAct - FREE Tax Preparation

Only a few days until "tax day".  You have 4 days to get your taxes filed.  With FREE tax preparation, TaxAct may be right for you.

Shutterfly Photo Gifts

I love to take pictures.  I have my camera in my hand almost everyday. The only problem I have....I am so behind on getting my pictures developed. Pictures last a lifetime and capture memories that you want to hold onto forever

Photos can be used to make to make photo gifts for friends and family.  With Mother's Day, Father's Day and Graduation right around the corner, maybe a Shutterfly photo gift will work great for you. 

One of my favorite gifts I received for Mother's Day was a photo album my daughter made at daycare from pictures her teacher had taken throughout the year.  I will keep it forever and always remember that my baby girl made that for me when she was only 3.

Here is a few of my favorite photo gifts from Shutterfly.  Any one of these would be great for Mother's Day, Father's Day, or as a graduation gift.  Shutterfly offers something for everyone on your list.

Photo Books - This is my favorite! 

Canvas Prints

Notebooks

Fleece Blankets

Follow Shutterfly on Twitter, Facebook and Pinterest!

Disclosure:  I did receive a gift certificate from Shutterfly for this post.  No other compensation was received.  All opinions are my own.

Thought of the Day

Common sense - Not something everyone uses but they should!

FREE Subscription to Family Fun Magazine

Click here to request your FREE subscription to Family Fun magazine while supplies last.

My Favorite Deals at Lowes Foods This Week - 4/11-4/17

Here is a list of my favorite deals at Lowes Foods this week:

Remember, Lowes Foods doubles coupons up to .99. Also, you can use 20 coupons per transaction.


Eat Think Smile Bars - .99
Use $1 coupon 1/15 SS
Final Price - FREE
Limit 8

Margaret Holmes Southern Style Vegetables - $1
Buy 2 and Use .75/2 coupon - December 2011 All You magazine
Final Price - .25 each

Lowes Foods White Vinegar - .49 each
Limit 4

Lowes Foods Ketchup - .69 each
Limit 4

Hormel Natural Choice Deli Sandwich Meat - $2
Use .50/1 printable coupon
Final Price - $1

Whole Fryers - .77/lb
Limit 4

Boston Butt Pork Roast - .99/lb.
Limit 4

Bonus Fuel Rewards

Buy any 3 participating Kraft products and earn 15 cents off per gallon
Country Time, Kool Aid, Kool Aid Singles, Velveeta Slices, Philadephia Cream Cheese, Ritz Bits, Ritz Fresh Stacks, Ritz Fudge Covered, Ritz Crackers, Kool Aid Jammers, Easy Mac 6 pack, Taco Bell Dinners, Oreo, Double Stuff Oreo, Golden Oreo, Golden Double Stuffed Oreo

Buy any 4 participating cereals and earn 20 cents off per gallon
Cookie Crisp, Honey Nut Cheerios, Multi-Grain Peanut Butter Cheerios, Cinnamon Chex, Honey Nut Chex, Oatmeal Crisp, Dulce De Leche Cheerios, Total, Frosted Toast Crunch - $2.99

Buy any 3 participating Lowes Foods Brand Items and earn 20 cents off per gallon
LF 2X Detergent, LF Storage Bags and Containers, LF Cheddar Cubes or Sharp Cheddar Cheese, LF Pizzas, LF Orange Cream Bars, LF Ice Cream Bars, LF Nutty Cones, LF Fudge Bars, LF Tall Kitchen Bags

Buy any 1 deal and earn 10 cents per gallon
- 7.99 Perdue Perfect Portions Chicken Breast
- Buy any 2 mix or match - 12 ct. Glazed Donuts, Danish Coffee Ring, or 6 ct. Cinnamon Rolls - From the Bakery
- Buy any 2 Fresh Express Premium Salad Mixes and any 1 Marie's Refrigerated Salad Dressing
- Buy (1) 8 piece fresh fried Chicken and 1 Reser's Deli Salad

Click here to view this week's sale circular!

*NEW* FREE Samples Available

FREE Sample of Sebamed Liquid Face and Body Wash - Click here to request!


FREE Sample of Seattle's Best Coffee - Click here to request!


FREE Artisan Pizza from Domino's - April 9 - April 12 - Get a FREE Artisan Pizza from Domino's - Click here for information!

FREE Sample of Cutex Advanced Revival Nail Polish Remover Pad

"Like" Cutex on Facebook and request your FREE sample.

Wordless Wednesday

Thought of the Day

Wouldn't it be wonderful to always know what the other ones were thinking.

Tuesday Series - Thrifty Items That Keep Me Organized

Baskets are a great way to keep things organized.  They are very cheap and you can often find them at yard sales, thrift stores, and dollar stores.  You can always find baskets in all shapes, sizes, and colors.  Here is a couple of places where I use baskets to stay organized.

Laundry Room - Holds all of my free laundry samples, dryer sheets, and stain remover.

Bathroom - I use a basket to hold of my childrens bath toys.

Do you use baskets to stay organized?

Available Again - FREE Meal Planning With Food on the Table - For Life

Food on the Table is an easy meal planning service that is based on sales at local grocery stores. With Food on the Table, users will be able to: find thousands of easy, healthy recipes, save money by knowing the items that are on sale, simplify your shopping experience with a well organized grocery list. Sign up for a Free Account which allows you to plan 3 meals per week.

For more than 3 meals a week and more recipes, the member can upgrade to the premium version for a low introductory rate of $5/month.

SPECIAL OFFER: Use promo code: SPRINGFREE, throughout the month of April, and get the service for FREE for life!

Saveology - $5 for $15 Itunes Gift Card

Click here to purchase a $15 iTunes gift card for $5 plus a 14 day trial membership to Saveology elite.  These make great gifts for teens.

FREE Queso or Sopapillas at One The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina

Fill out a short form and print your coupon for a FREE Queso or Sopapillas.  Offer valid in AR, AZ, CO, CT, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MO, NC, NY, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, VA

FREE Sample of TRESemme and $1 Coupon

Click here to watch a short video and request a FREE sample of TRESemme Shampoo and Conditioner from Walmart.

FREE Purex UltraPack Sample

Click here to request your FREE Purex UltraPacks from Walmart.

Today's Favorite Coupon - Great Deal on Taquitos

Click here to print your coupon for $1 off any Taquitos.  Grocery stores often have these on sale and they are great for a quick meal or snack.

Personalized Gifts for Mother's Day

Personalized Mother's Day Gifts. Give Mom A Gift That Will Touch Her Heart.
Mother's Day is just around the corner. Order here today!

My Favorite Drug Store Deals This Week - 4/8-4/14

Here is a list of my favorite deals at CVS this week:



Speed Stick or Lady Speed Stick - $2.99
Receive $1.50 ECB
Use $1 coupon 3/25 SS
Final Price - .49 after coupon and ECB
Limit 1

Xtra Laundry Detergent - $1.99

Huggies Jumbo Diapers - $9.49
Use $3/2 printable coupon or
Use $1.50/1 coupon 3/18 SS
Final Price - As low as $7.99 if you buy 2 Slip-On diapers

Here is a list of my favorite deals at Walgreens this week:



Luster Toothpaste - $4.99
Receive $4 RR
Final Price - .99 after RR

Reach Total Care Toothbrush - $2.99
Receive $2 RR
Use $1/1 coupon 3/4 RP
Final Price - FREE after coupon and RR

Finish Dishwasher Products - $3.99
Receive $1.50 RR
Use .75/1 coupon 3/11 SS
Final Price - $1.74 after coupon and RR

Progresso Soup - $1.25
Buy 4 and Use $1/4 coupon 2/26 SS
Final Price - $1 each

Kleenex Tissue - .99
Buy 3 and Use .30/3 coupon 3/11 SS
Final Price - .89 each

Here is a list of my favorite deals at Rite Aid this week:






Lysol No-Touch Kitchen System Starter Kit - $6.99
Use $3 coupon 3/18 SS
Final Price - $3.99

EOS Shaving Cream - $2.99
Receive $2 +UP Reward
Final Price - .99

Always Radiant Infinity, Maxi Pads, Pantiliners, Tampax Radiant - $3.99
Receive $2 +UP Reward
Use $1 coupon 4/1 P&G
Final Price - .99 each after coupon and +UP Reward

FREE Sample of Zevia

Click here to become a new fan of Zevia and fill out a short form to request your FREE sample.

Menu Planning Monday - 4/10

Monday - Soup and Sandwiches

Tuesday - Burgers on the Grill, Oven Fries

Wednesday - Spaghetti, Salad, Bread

Thursday - Chicken Kabobs, Rice, Grilled Vegetables

Friday - Homemade Waffles, Sausage

Saturday - Dinner with Friends

Sunday -  I always leave Sunday open because my dh likes to plan our menu and do most of the cooking.

You can find other great weekly menus at Menu Planning Monday at Organized Junkie!

Thought of the Day

"In all things it is better to hope than to despair."

Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe