Thrifty and Neat Blog Entries Found This Week

1) Neat ideas for wrapping a gift - Now will I take the time to do this?

2) Frugal Christmas Gift Idea - For someone who leaves plants.

3) How to Start the "BOO" in your neighborhood - I have never heard of doing this but what a neat idea.

4) Frugal Fire Safety - Everyone needs to read this.

5) Decorating with Your Own Stuff - This could save you money.

What Did You Get for FREE This Week?

So far this week I have received:

FREE Secret Platinum Deodorant
Coupon for FREE Campbells Soup
Smuckers Uncrustable from Psssst
Today, I am heading to Lowes Foods for Triple Coupons!! I'll update with pictures later.

Thought of the Day

Be honest with yourself.

Thought of the Day

Be honest with others.

LOWES FOODS - TRIPLE COUPONS FOR 3 DAYS!!

I had this great surprise in my email this morning!!! I can't wait to go through my coupons!! I'm so excited. I'll let you know my great deals I find.

Thrifty Idea for Personal Organization

I finally found what I was looking for..... Over the weekend, I purchased this notebook as a filler item for $3.19 at CVS. (I actually got it for less than that with my coupons.) The picture shows a 7" x 5" but I got a 9.5" x 6.5". The notebook includes a double pocket on the inside to hold notes which is exactly what I have been looking for.

My purse had become a coupon/note/grocery list mess. I have now cleaned my purse out and listed all my notes for my blog, my grocery list, and made my Christmas list in my new favorite notebook.

It was well worth the money to me and I feel so organized having everything in one place.



Do you have something similar that helps keep you organized??

FREE 24 Count Starter Pack

Click here for your FREE 24 Count Starter Pack.

Interesting/Fun/Useful Website

Cashforlaptops.com


Do you have old laptops laying around? Would't it be nice to get some cash for it? Click here to check out this website. Your old laptop may be worth something.

Thought of the Day

Be patient with yourself. Given enough time and effort, anyone can learn pretty much anything.

Tasty Tuesday - Baked Potato Soup

This is one of my favorites.

Ingredients:
2/3 Cup of Butter
2/3 Cup of Flour
7 Cups of Milk
4 Large Baking Potatoes (I use Frozen Shredded Potatoes)
4 Green Onions, Thinly sliced
10 to 12 Strips of Bacon, Cooked, Drained, and Crumbled
1-1/4 Cups of Shredded Cheddar Cheese
1 Cup of Sour Cream
Salt
Pepper

Directions:
Melt butter over low heat. Stir in flour until smooth and bubbly. Gradually add milk, stirring constantly, until thickened. Add potatoes and onion. Continue to cook, stirring constantly until soup begins to bubble. Reduce heat, simmer for 10 minutes. Add remain ingredients; stir until cheese is melted.

I always serve the bacon on top of my bowl of soup along with some cheese.

Are You a Shopaholic?

Click here to read the article and take the quiz. I scored a 10.

Thought of the Day

Be even more loving to others when the world is being cruel to you.

AC Moore Coupon

Click here to print. Let me know if you get any great buys.

Multi-Use Item - Egg Carton

Thanks to Shannon at A Day in the Life of a Soccer Mom I have now found some new uses for my egg cartons.

-Use as a paint palet

-A desk organizer for paper clips etc.

- Line the egg carton with fabric and it will make a great jewelry holder.

Do you have any other great uses?

Big Lots Coupon

Click here for a 20% off coupon off your total purchase for Oct. 6 - Oct. 11.

Thought of the Day

Make friends with people who are already happy.

Thought of the Day

Try out a new hairstyle.

BINGO!!! BINGO!!! I won twice!!

The prizes were Southern Living Home items. This is what I won.



2 Christmas Mugs
Set of Crystal Bowls

Thought of the Day

Cut out articles you think will interest others and pass them along.

Finally Friday

TGIF - Finally Friday Again and its the 1st Friday of the month so its BINGO night. :) I hope I win. Its been a while since I've won anything. I have really missed not being able to say BINGOOOO!! Maybe tonight will be my lucky night.

I also need to purchase Payton's party supplies. I am going to start at the Dollar Store first. I hope to find some great deals.

Do you have anything fun planned?

Have a great weekend and I'll see you Monday.

Is It Just Me or Do All Moms Do This??

Please comment and let me know if this something you do also....

My daughter will be 2 - October 13. She is my only child. I have always been a "worrier" but never this bad that I can recall. I am about to drive myself crazy over this. I am currently worrying to the extent of being sick on my stomach over her birthday party that I have planned. I have a list of several people to invite. Most of my friends have children but they are older and only 1 who has one close to her age. My worry..........Will any children her age show up??

I know that all I can do is send invitations and wait until the party to see who shows up but I have 15 days until her party. Will I survive?

Let me know if I am the only one.

Thrifty and Neat Blog Entries Found This Week

1) Easy Cinnamon Roll Muffins - Just looking at these make my mouth water.

2) Five Layer Mexican Bean Dip - This looks yummy.

3) Something More Than An Apple for the Teacher - Thrifty gift for the teacher.

4) Scary Deals on Halloween Costumes - I love the tips Amy has here.

5) MakingFriends.com - A great place to find crafts for all ages.

Walgreens Coupon

Click here to print.

Thought of the Day

Set aside time each day to do with as you like.

AC Moore Coupon

Click here to print.

FREE Sample of Degree Ultra Clear

Click here for a FREE sample of Degree from Sam's Club.

What Did You Get For FREE This Week?

So far this week I have gotten:

Covergirl Foundation
2 Rolls of Paper Towels
2 Softsoap Hand Soaps
(The above 2 items came out to be FREE because CVS let me use a $2 off $10 and a $3 off $15 in the same transaction.)
2 French's Potato Sticks
2 Ziplock Storage Bags

What did you get for FREE this week?

FREE Shape Magazine

Click here to order your FREE magazine.

Thoughtful Thursday

Happy Fall to You!!

From one Pumpkin to Another!!!

Thought of the Day

Ask yourself what you would do with your life if money were not a consideration. Perhaps you can find a way to do that now.

Interesting/Useful/Fun Website

Budget101

To provide cost-effective, time-saving budgeting techniques, that may be utilized by anyone working in or out of the home. At Budget101.com, we strive to help people utilize the tools and resources they have available to dig themselves out of debt.

EBATES Offer for October

EBATES

If you haven't tried Ebates, now is the time. During the month of October if you sign up you will receive $10 as long as you make a purchase before October 31. I have made $64.09 total in 8 months. With Christmas coming up, this will be a great way to save some extra money.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER. YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED!!

Thought of the Day

Take a class in something you enjoy.

I've Been Tagged! Seven Random Things About Me...

Dr. Mom at Frugal Dr. Mom tagged me to write 7 random things about myself. The rules are to share 7 things, tag 7 others by visiting their blogs and leaving a comment so they'll know they've been tagged.



1) I have a deep love for magazines. I am currently receiving around 12 all for free except 2. I always have a stack to read because I read them from cover to cover.

2) I started The Grocery Game last year and it was the beginning of me being thrifty and frugal. I am addicted at getting a great deal.

3) I was married 10 years before having my daughter.

4) We built our home 9 years ago. It was a complete nightmare and I don't recommend it to anyone. I will never do it again and I thought I was gonna have a nervous breakdown.

5) I do most of my blogging at work -- Don't tell anyone!! HaHa!

6) I have 1 brother who is 11 years older than me. I wasn't planned!

7) I am a person who has numerous lists every day for every thing from a grocery list to a list of errands I need to do.




I've tagged the following 7 blogs:
Shannon @ A Day in the Life of a Soccer Mom
Tami @ Desires of thine Heart
Phoebe @ Cents to Get Debt Free
Precious @ Frugal Makes Cents
Meredith @ Like Merchant Ships
Sona @ Sona Says
Debbie @ Suburb Santity


If you are not interested in doing this, its fine!!

FREE Sample of Pamprin Multi-Sympton

Click here for your FREE sample of Pamprin Multi-Sympton from

Wal-Mart.

Southern Apple Crumble

This recipe came from Betty Crocker!! A quick, easy, great recipe for my apples that I was given over the weekend.


Filling:
3 large apples, peeled, coarsely chopped (about 3 cups)
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 to 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/4 cup cold butter or margarine, cut into small pieces

Topping:
1 pouch (1 lb 1.5 oz) Betty Crocker® oatmeal cookie mix
1/2 cup butter or margarine, melted
1/2 cup chopped pecans

1.Heat oven to 300°F. Spray bottom and sides of 8-inch square (2-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. In large bowl, toss filling ingredients. Spread mixture in baking dish.
2. In same large bowl, stir cookie mix and melted butter until crumbly. Sprinkle over filling.
3. Bake 40 minutes. Remove from oven; sprinkle with pecans. Bake 15 to 20 minutes longer or until topping is golden brown. Serve warm or at room temperature.

I fixed this last nght but couldn't take a picture because my camera batteries were dead. Click here to view a picture.

FREE Schick Intuition Razor

Click here to receive your FREE Schick Intuition Razor. Hurry, I'm sure this offer will not last long.

Thought of the Day

Help someone who's too shy to ask.

Eat at Chili's Today!!!

Eat at Chili's Today. 100% of all profits is being donated to support St. Jude's Hospital. Click here for details.

Walgreens - Picture Special

Toys'r'us Deals

While at Toysrus this weekend, I noticed that all backpacks were on sale for $5.99. This did include the ones with rollers and handles. Also, all Halloween costumes are 40% off.

Bath and Body Works Coupon

Click here to print your coupon for a FREE Wallflowers or Scentport Starter Set or Refill with a $15 purchase.

Multi-Use Item - Chamomile Tea

Soothe Puffy Eyes


Place 2 Chamomile Tea bags in warm water, then place in refrigerator to cool. Squeeze excess fluid from tea bags and place over tired eyes for 5 minutes.

Thought of the Day

When looking for a man, a job, or an apartment, ask your friends to help.

Thought of the Day

Keep track of where your money is going.