Thrifty Ways and Ideas: 2008-09-07

Saturday, September 13, 2008

Thought of the Day

Make people more important than possessions.

Friday, September 12, 2008

The weekend is finally here again. I have had a good week and I hope you have.

My husband left this morning heading to Louisiana on storm trouble. He is a lineman for Pike Electric. He packed for 2 weeks but I'm not sure how long he will be gone.

Since we didn't find out until 9pm last night that he was leaving, I had a late night and an early morning trying to things ready for him to leave. I hope and pray he will have a safe trip and be back soon.

Payton and Iwill be spending the weekend together. I'm not sure what we will do tonight and tomorrow. Sunday we are going to my nephews comfirmation cermony and then having lunch with my family.

I hope you have a great weekend and I'll see you Monday.

Job Titles That a Mom Could Have

A couple of weeks ago while I was taking a couple of days of vacation, Payton also got another head cold. Thursday afternoon while we were at the zoo, I continuous walked around with a Kleenex in my hand. As we were driving home, I referred to myself as the "snot catcher" when talking to my husband. Don't get me wrong I am NOT complaining. I love being a mom but it is amazing at the things moms do. Below is a list of titles I could have.

"snot catcher"
"poopie cleaner"
baker
cook/nutritionist
teacher
stylist
housekeeper
personal shopper
entertainer
caregiver
transportation specialist
nurse
laundress
toy specialist

Can you think of any other titles we can have??

Thrifty and Neat Blog Entries Found This Week

1) Mexican Haystacks - Quick, easy meal when you are in a hurry.

2) Starting a Bulk Buying Co-Op with Your Family, Friends, and Neighbors - Something to consider to save money with your friends.

3) How to Set a Table - A Daily Weblog about Design and (Life)Style.

4) A Year of Crockpotting - Stephanie has dedicated 2008 to using her crockpot everyday. Check out her neat recipes.

A Picture is Worth a 1000 Words

My daughter when she was 6 months old and my nephew who just turned 13. Do you think we have a future Yankee fan?

FREE Kotex Lightdays Pantiliner

Click here to receive a FREE Kotex Lightdays Pantiliner from COSTCO. You do not need a membership number.

Thought of the Day

Be kind.

Thursday, September 11, 2008

Walgreens Coupon

Another coupon for this week. Only good for Friday and Saturday - $10 off of a $40 purchase.

FREE Ensure Sample and Coupon

Click here for a FREE sample and a coupon.

Huggies Diaper Sample

Click here for your FREE sample.

FREE Photo Books - Christmas Gifts??

ArtsCow.com - Fall Sale

10 FREE Photo Books - Coupon FREE10XBOOKS

Please click here to register and new customers will also receive 400 FREE Prints.

What Did You Get For FREE This Week?

I got the following items for FREE:

6 Bags of Chex Mix
5 Deodorants
1 Johnson's Buddies Soap
2 Johnson's Shampoo (Trial Size)

FREE in the Mail:
Mailing Labels
Stride Chewing Gum
American Baby Magazine
Schick Quatro Razor and Trimmer
Lucky Magazine
Clean and Clear Sheets

What did you get for FREE?

Thoughtful Thursday

Seven year Anniversary!!

Remember the victims and families of 9/11.

Thought of the Day

Listen carefully, and you'll never be at a loss for words.

Wednesday, September 10, 2008

FREE Sample of Betty Crocker Potatoes

Click here for a FREE sample of Betty Crocker Potatoes.

Interesting/Fun/Useful Website

http://www.adperk.com/ - Watch videos from marketers to earn free rewards. Earn credits toward free magazines, gift cards, etc. Offers vary. I tested this out a few weeks ago. I watched 12 short videos to earn rewards for a FREE Sears $5 gift card. I received the card in the mail Friday. Current offers are ODE magazine and Field and Stream but it also shows what offers is coming up. Check out this neat website.