Friday, July 8, 2011
Thursday, July 7, 2011
My Favorite Deals at Lowes Foods - 7/6-7/12
All Liquid Laundry Detergent - B1G1 Free - $5.49 = $2.75 each
Used $1/1 coupon 6/5 RP
Final Price - $1.75
Minute Maid Juice Bars - B1G1 Free - $3.95 = $1.98 each
Use .50/1 coupon 6/26 RP
Final Price - $.98
Garlic Bread - Buy 1 Get 1 FREE - $2.49 = $1.24 each
French Bread - Buy 1 Get 1 FREE - $1.99 = $.99 each
Knorr Rice or Pasta Sides - .99
Use .50/2 coupon 5/22 RP
Final Price - .74 each
Lowes Foods Pasta - Buy 1 Get 1 FREE - $1.19 = $.59 each
Pepsi 2L - $1
Peaches - .97/lb
My Favorite Deals at Food Lion This Week - 7/6-7/12
Buy 1 Get 1 FREE Deals
Mueller's Pasta - .75 each
Use $1/1 printable coupon
Final Price - FREE
Limit 2 FREE
Wish-Bone Dressing - $1.40 each
Use $1.25/2 printable coupon
Final Price - .78 each
Limit 2 FREE
Stella Shredded Cheese - $1.90
Use .30/1 printable coupon
Final Price - $1.60 each
Limit 2 FREE
Kraft Mayonnaise or Miracle Whip - 2/$5
Use .75/1 coupon 6/19 SS
Final Price - 1.75
Strawberries, Blueberries, Blackberries, Raspberries - 2/$4
My Favorite Deals at Dollar General This Week - 7/5-7/9
Here is a couple of great deals at Dollar General: TGIF Snacks - $1
Buy 2 and Use $1/2 printable coupon
Final Price - .50 each
Purina T Bonz - $1.50
Use $1 coupon from 5/1 SS
Final Price - .50 each
FREE Tropical Summer Gift Pack
Tuesday, July 5, 2011
Still Available - FREE Disney Vacation Planning DVD
Planning a Disney Vacation soon or in the future. Click here to request your FREE Disney Vacation Planning DVD. Who doesn't want to see Mickey?
My Favorite Deals at Rite Aid This Week - 7/3-7/9
Oral B Pulsar Manual Toothbrush - $4.99
Submit for $4.50 Single Check Rebate
Use $2/1 coupon 7/3 P&G
Final Price - FREE + 1.50 overage
Limit 1
Crest Toothpaste - $2.57
Receive $2 +UP Reward
Use .75/1 coupon 6/5 P&G
Use .75/1 coupon 7/3 P&G
Final Price - 2 for FREE + .36 overage
Limit 2
Colgate 360 Surround Manual Toothbrush - $2.99
Receive $2 +UP Reward
Use $1 coupon from June All You magazine
Final Price - FREE
My Favorite Deals at Walgreens This Week - 7/3-7/9
Extenze 2 Pack Male Enhancement Formula 2 oz. - $4.99
Receive $4.99 Register Reward
Final Price - FREE
Oral B Advantage Toothbrush - $2.99
Receive $1 Register Reward
Use $2 coupon 7/3 P&G insert
Final Price - FREE
My Favorite Deals at CVS This Week - 7/3-7/9
Coke 2 Liters - .69
Oral-B Cross Action Toothbrush - $3
Receive $1 ECB
Use $2 coupon from 7/3 P&G
Final Price - FREE
Limit 2
Reach Toothbrush 2pk - $2.69
Receive $1 ECB
Use $2/1 Reach multipack coupon 5/8SS
Final Price - FREE + .69 overage
Limit 1
Mentos Gum - .99
Buy 3 and Use $1/3 coupon 6/5 SS
Final Price - .66 each
Chex Mix - $1
Buy 2 and Use .50/2 coupon 6/12 SS
Final Price - .75 each
Aussie or Herbal Essences Shampoo, Conditioner, or Styler - 2 for $6.97
Receive $1 ECB when you buy 2
Use $3 off a Styler when you buy any Herbal Essence or Aussie 7/3 P&G
Use $1 coupon 6/12 RP
Final Price - $1.97 for 2
Limit 1
Monday, July 4, 2011
Friday, July 1, 2011
Where Have I Been...
If you are wondering why I have shared any deals, freebies or coupons lately, I have been enjoying the summer with my kids. I took a couple of days off from blogging to devote the entire days to summer fun. One of the great things about our summer fun is that it has been very thrifty and hasn't required a lot of cash. We spent the whole day Wednesday outisde. We started the day out having breakfast on the deck. Then we spent the rest of day swinging, playing ball, blowing bubbles, painting the sidewalk (bucket of water and a paintbrush = loads of fun), and swimming. We ended the day with dinner cooked on the grill. We had so much fun and my kids were ready to go to bed early.
Yesterday, Payton and I had a long overdue girls afternoon out. We both went and got our hair cut. Then, we went shopping. I found a couple of tops on the clearance rack at Catos for $5.99 and $7.99 that I love. I also found a pair of sandals for Bryson on sale at Payless for $5 and Payton picked out a pair of lavender flip flops on sale for $6. She went to memas for the evening and then we headed to my nephews baseball game. Who doesn't love a baseball game in the summer?
So today I am back to blogging and catching up.
Yesterday, Payton and I had a long overdue girls afternoon out. We both went and got our hair cut. Then, we went shopping. I found a couple of tops on the clearance rack at Catos for $5.99 and $7.99 that I love. I also found a pair of sandals for Bryson on sale at Payless for $5 and Payton picked out a pair of lavender flip flops on sale for $6. She went to memas for the evening and then we headed to my nephews baseball game. Who doesn't love a baseball game in the summer?
So today I am back to blogging and catching up.
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
FREE 7-Day Pass for Bally Total Fitness
This is a great freebie!! Who doesn't want to have a free pass to the gym, especially in the summertime!
Vistaprint - FREE Stickers for your Camper
Vistaprint is offer FREE Stickers today! They would be great to use when sending kids to camp for labelling a backpack, suitcases, a truck or any other personal items. You just have to pay shipping.
Click here to order!
My Favorite Deals at Dollar General This Week - 6/26-7/2
There is a $5 off $25 purchase for Saturday, July 2.
French's Mustard - $1
Use .75/1 coupon 5/15 SS
Final Price - .25
Mtn. Dew or Pepsi 2L - $1
Twizzlers - $1
Use .75/1 coupon 6/26 SS
Final Price - .25
A1 Steak Sauce - $1 (5 oz.)
Use $1 coupon 6/5 SS
Final Price - $1
Aim or Pepsodent - .75
Ajax Dish Liquid - $.85
Use $1/2 coupon 5/22 SS
Final Price - .35 each when you buy 2
Softside Cooler - 8-can, - $5
FREE Sample of SoyJoy Soy and Fruit Bar
FREE Honey Nut Cheerio Sample and Coupon
FREE Black Flag Fly Swatters Walmart
Monday, June 27, 2011
My Favorite Deals at CVS This Week - 6/26-7/2
RepHresh Brilliant pH Tampons - $6.79
Receive $6.70 ECBs
Final Price - FREE
Limit 1
Lady Speed Stick Antiperspirant/Deodorant - $1.99
Receive $1 ECB
Final Price - .99
Limit 1
Fuze Beverages - 5 for $5
Receive $2 ECB when you buy 5
Use $1/2 coupon 4/10 SS
Final Price - .40 each when you buy 5
Huggies Jumbo Pack Diapers - 2 for $18
Receive $4 ECB when you buy 2
Use $2 coupon - HomeMailer or
Use $2 coupon from 6/12 SS or
Use $1.50 coupon from 6/12 SS
Final Price - As low as $5 per pack after coupon and ECB
Limit 1
My Favorite Deals at Rite Aid - 6/26-7/2
Excedrin - $1.99
Receive $1 +UP Reward
Use $1/1 coupon from Rite Aid Video Values Program
Use $.75 coupon 6/5 SS and
Use $1/1 printable coupon
Final Price - 2 FREE = .75 money maker
Limit 2
got2b Fat-tastic Dry Shampoo, Mousse, or Root Boost - $4.99 (6/26-6/28)
Submit for $4.99 Single Check Rebate
Use $2 coupon from June All You magazine
Final Price - FREE + $2 moneymaker
Limit 1
Crest Whitening Plus Scope Outlast Toothpaste or Oral-B 3D Manual Toothbrush - $2.69
Receive $2.69 +UP Reward
Use .75 Crest coupon 6/5 P&G
Final Price - FREE + .75 moneymaker
Limit 2
My Favorite Deals at Walgreens - 6/26-7/2
Renew Life Ultimate Flora Extra Care Probiotic - $20.00
Receive $20 Mail In Rebate
Final Price - FREE
Mycocodie NS Antifungal Treatment - $9.99
Receive $9.99 Mail In Rebate
Final Price - FREE
Pro Clearz Antifungal Pen - $4.99
Receive $4.99 Mail In Rebate
Final Price - FREE
Mueller Kinesiology Tape - $6.99
Receive $6.99 Mail In Rebate
Final Price - FREE
True2Go Blood Clucose Monitor - $9.99
Mail In Rebate found on package
Final Price - FREE
Twizzlers - 2/$3
Receive $1 Register Reward
Use .(2) .75/1 or $1/1 coupon 6/26 SS
Final Price - FREE
Reach Floss - $2.99
Receive $2 Register Reward
Use $1/1 coupon from 4/17 SS
Final Price - FREE
Pepsi - 2L - .88
Pepsi Products - 12 pk. - $3.25
Buy 4 and get 5th one FREE
Final Price - $2.60 each
Mead Envelopes with in-ad coupon - .69
Letter size or Legal size
FREE Sample of Shout Wipes
Vistaprint - FREE T-Shirt for your Camper
Do you have a child, neice or nephew going to camp this summer? Vistaprint is offering a FREE gift for your camper each day this week.
Today - you can get a FREE T-shirt, 36 designs to choose from and personalize with a family photo.
Click here to order.
McDonald's Buy 1 Get 1 FREE Coupon
FREE Sample of Kaboom Foam-tastic
Thought of the Day
Kids grow up too fast. It seems like yesterday that my baby boy was born. He is now 1. Where does the time go?
Friday, June 24, 2011
Ways I Saved/Earned Money This Week
- I read all of my MyPoints emails daily for my account and my husband's to add points to receive FREE gift cards.
- Did some grocery shopping today. Stocked up on drinks, toilet tissue and paper towels.
- Hubby has worked storm trouble ever week for the past 6 weeks, hence lots of OT. I love adding money to our savings account.
- Cleaned out my coupon binder and filed new coupons for future shopping trips.
- Compared gas prices online before filling up so I could get the lowest price.
- Used FREE dishwasher detergent samples this week when using the dishwasher.
- Continued to use my FREE samples this week - shampoo, conditioner, lotion, and cereal.
- Continuing to try to drink more water. Not only is this good for me but it will also be a great way to say money.
- Watched 2 more FREE movies that I DVR'd when Directv was offering the movie channels free. I spent my "me" time watching movies and reading my FREE magazines.
- Took Payton and Bryson on a picnic and to the park today. Nothing spent for FREE entertainment.
- Did a sponsored post this week.
- Payton and I had movie night 1 night this week after Bryson went to bed - FREE movie that I DVR'd and FREE popcorn that I received as a free sample from Wal-Mart.
- Found a $100 mistake when balancing my checkbook. DH just his personal debt card instead of his company gas card when he was on storm trouble. Thankfully, he can get reimbursed.
How did you save or earn money this week?
My Shopping Trip to Food Lion
10 - Mtn Dews/Pepsi - 2L - $1.25 each = 12.50
Received $5 instant savings = $7.50 = .75 each
3 - Marcal Toilet Tissue - $1.49 each = $4.47, Used (3) $1 coupons = $1.47 = .49 each
Total OOP - $8.97
I took advantage of the great deal on 2L again this week. I am also getting low on toilet tissue so I am trying to build up my stockpile again.
My Shopping Trip to Lowes Foods
3 - 12 Pack of Paseo Paper Towels - $3.99, Used (3) .50 coupons doubled = $2.99 each = $8.97
1 - 12 Pack of Paseo Toilet Tissue - $3.99, Used (1) .50 coupon doubled = $2.99
1 - Margaret Holmes Canned Vegetable - $1, Used .35 coupon doubled = .30
Total OOP - $12.26
I was completely out of paper towels so I was excited to see these as the e-offer this week. If you are heading to Lowes and don't see them, ask an associate, my store had more in the back. I also was running low on toilet tissue so I got 1 pack of those.
Sunday Coupon Preview
Still Available - $2 Puppy Chow Coupon
FREE Sample of Crest ProHealth Toothpaste
Thursday, June 23, 2011
FREE Brag Book at Walgreens
Thought of the Day
Happy Thursday! Remember what you say today could affect what opportunities come your way tomorrow.
Wednesday, June 22, 2011
My Favorite Deals at Lowes Foods - 6/22-6/28
Paseo Bath Tissue 12 Rolls or Paper Towels 8 Rolls - $3.99 E-Offer - Limit 4
Use .50/1 coupon 6/5 RP
Final Price - $2.99
**Pantene Products BOGO - $3.79**
Use $3/2 coupon from 6/19 SS
Final Price .79 for 2 after coupon
Texas Pete Hot Dog Chili - .50
Buy 3 and use .50/3 coupon 5/8 SS
Final Price - .50 for 3
Mrs. T's Pierogies - $2
Use $1/1 coupon from June All You magazine
Final Price - $1
Boston Butt Roast - $1.77/lb
Cucumbers - 2/$1
Corn - 5/$2
Margaret Holmes Items - $1
Use .35/1 coupon 5/8 SS
Final Price - .30 each
My Favorite Deals at Food Lion This Week - 6/22-6/28
Yellow or White Peaches - .99 lb.
Blueberries - $2 a pint
Country Style Pork Ribs - $1.97 lb.
KC Masterpiece BBQ Sauce - $1.50
Use $/1 coupon 5/15 SS
Final Price - .50
Kellogg's Pop-Tarts - $2
Buy 3 and Use $1/3 coupon 5/15 RP
Final Price - $1.67 each when you buy 3
Big Deal Sale Continues This Week so you can get this great deal again:
Pepsi 2L - $1.25
Buy 10, Save $5 instantly
Buy 20, Save $10 instantly
Buy 30, Save $15 instantly
Final Price - .75 each
10 Time-Saving Tips for Making Your Life as a Busy Mom Easier
Motherhood is a full-time job. You are never off the clock. Even when I do get a babysitter, I am always thinking of them or even doing something for them while I'm out. I am lucky enough to be a stay-at-home mom but I still have time-saving tips that I do daily to make my life a little easier. Besides spending time with my kids everyday, I have a list of things that I try to accomplish so I can have a productive day. Here is a list of 10 time-saving tips for making your life as a busy mom easier:
1) Always plan ahead for the next day. I always check my calendar each night to see if I have any appointments or play dates for the next day so I can plan ahead and be prepared for the next day. Whether it is laying out clothes or packing a diaper bag, it is the little things that save a lot of time.
2) Plan a weekly menu - I go through my pantry and freezer and see what items I have on hand and what items I need to purchase. This saves a lot of time in deciding what we will have for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Since I am a stay-at-home, most days I have 3 meals to plan for.
3) Prepare shopping lists - With 2 kids shopping can be a hassle. I always check the sales ads, make a list and pull any coupons that I will need to receive the best deals and save money.
4) Save all errands for 1 day if possible - Running errands is very time consuming when you have kids. You have to be prepared when leaving home with kids especially if you have small children. I always try to make a list of places I need to go and I try to do them in an order that is the easiest. When running errands, you are constantly loading and unloading kids. I try to take things with us to keep them occupied because running errands is not the funniest thing to do.
5) Organize - Staying organized makes me feel better and makes each day a little easier. Being able to find whatever you need is so much easier when you are busy. I find it so much easier when the kids rooms, the kitchen and my bedroom is organized. When these rooms of my home are not organized, I feel like I can't do anything until they are.
6) Bank online. - I do almost all of banking and bill paying online. It is so much quicker and easier. You can schedule payments in advance and you don't have to worry about bills being paid late. I also don't have to worry about having stamps on hand to get things mailed on time.
7) Have a Gifts and Cards on Hand - It seems like someone in my family has a birthday each month. It is so convenient to have gifts and cards when you need them. Kids are also invited to birthday parties all the time, I try to keep gifts available for boys and girls. I am always checking the clearance and sale items for gifts to add to my stockpile. I also have a supply of gift bags, tissue paper and boxes for wrapping.
8) Keep Gas in the Car - As a mom I can plan ahead when we have somewhere to go but things don't always go as planned when getting kids ready to leave. You never know when one is going to get hurt and need a little attention and a band aid. I have found that having gas in the car has helped me get to places on time.
9) Shop Online - I find it so much easier to shop online especially for Christmas. You can find great deals and savings just like you can in the store. I also like to earn cash back when shopping online plus you save time and gas. Last year, I probably did 75% of my Christmas shopping online.
10) Have some "me" time each day. I have found that having some "me" time each night after my kids are in the bed makes me a happier person. As the saying goes....when moma is happy, everyone is happy. When I am happy, I am a more productive person hence making life my life easier by being able to do my time-saving tips. This gives me a few minutes to relax and just enjoy some peace and quiet.
Hopefully, you will find some my tips maybe helpful for you. What do you do to save time and make your life a little easier?
Disclosure: “I wrote this blog post while participating in the SocialMoms and Starbucks blogging program, for a gift card worth $30. For more information on how you can participate, click here.”
About Starbucks
Since 1971, Starbucks Coffee Company has been committed to ethically sourcing and roasting the highest-quality arabica coffee in the world. Today, with stores around the globe, the company is the premier roaster and retailer of specialty coffee in the world. Through our unwavering commitment to excellence and our guiding principles, we bring the unique Starbucks Experience to life for every customer through every cup. To share in the experience, please visit us in our stores or online at www.starbucks.com. Download the Starbucks Card Mobile App Today!
More info on Starbucks: http://www.starbucks.com/
Starbucks on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Starbucks
Follow @starbucks on Twitter
1) Always plan ahead for the next day. I always check my calendar each night to see if I have any appointments or play dates for the next day so I can plan ahead and be prepared for the next day. Whether it is laying out clothes or packing a diaper bag, it is the little things that save a lot of time.
2) Plan a weekly menu - I go through my pantry and freezer and see what items I have on hand and what items I need to purchase. This saves a lot of time in deciding what we will have for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Since I am a stay-at-home, most days I have 3 meals to plan for.
3) Prepare shopping lists - With 2 kids shopping can be a hassle. I always check the sales ads, make a list and pull any coupons that I will need to receive the best deals and save money.
4) Save all errands for 1 day if possible - Running errands is very time consuming when you have kids. You have to be prepared when leaving home with kids especially if you have small children. I always try to make a list of places I need to go and I try to do them in an order that is the easiest. When running errands, you are constantly loading and unloading kids. I try to take things with us to keep them occupied because running errands is not the funniest thing to do.
5) Organize - Staying organized makes me feel better and makes each day a little easier. Being able to find whatever you need is so much easier when you are busy. I find it so much easier when the kids rooms, the kitchen and my bedroom is organized. When these rooms of my home are not organized, I feel like I can't do anything until they are.
6) Bank online. - I do almost all of banking and bill paying online. It is so much quicker and easier. You can schedule payments in advance and you don't have to worry about bills being paid late. I also don't have to worry about having stamps on hand to get things mailed on time.
7) Have a Gifts and Cards on Hand - It seems like someone in my family has a birthday each month. It is so convenient to have gifts and cards when you need them. Kids are also invited to birthday parties all the time, I try to keep gifts available for boys and girls. I am always checking the clearance and sale items for gifts to add to my stockpile. I also have a supply of gift bags, tissue paper and boxes for wrapping.
8) Keep Gas in the Car - As a mom I can plan ahead when we have somewhere to go but things don't always go as planned when getting kids ready to leave. You never know when one is going to get hurt and need a little attention and a band aid. I have found that having gas in the car has helped me get to places on time.
9) Shop Online - I find it so much easier to shop online especially for Christmas. You can find great deals and savings just like you can in the store. I also like to earn cash back when shopping online plus you save time and gas. Last year, I probably did 75% of my Christmas shopping online.
10) Have some "me" time each day. I have found that having some "me" time each night after my kids are in the bed makes me a happier person. As the saying goes....when moma is happy, everyone is happy. When I am happy, I am a more productive person hence making life my life easier by being able to do my time-saving tips. This gives me a few minutes to relax and just enjoy some peace and quiet.
Hopefully, you will find some my tips maybe helpful for you. What do you do to save time and make your life a little easier?
Disclosure: “I wrote this blog post while participating in the SocialMoms and Starbucks blogging program, for a gift card worth $30. For more information on how you can participate, click here.”
About Starbucks
Since 1971, Starbucks Coffee Company has been committed to ethically sourcing and roasting the highest-quality arabica coffee in the world. Today, with stores around the globe, the company is the premier roaster and retailer of specialty coffee in the world. Through our unwavering commitment to excellence and our guiding principles, we bring the unique Starbucks Experience to life for every customer through every cup. To share in the experience, please visit us in our stores or online at www.starbucks.com. Download the Starbucks Card Mobile App Today!
More info on Starbucks: http://www.starbucks.com/
Starbucks on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Starbucks
Follow @starbucks on Twitter
How I Saved $100 Today!
Earlier today, I recorded my receipts in my check register, balanced my checkbook, and paid some bills. I always compare my checkbook with my online checking account balance every couple of weeks to make sure dh hasn't lost any receipts. As I verifying that I had recorded all my receipts, I came across a $100 debt for gas made last week. I knew it was a debit that I had not done so I immediately checked the date and verified that it was a day that dh had worked. I couldn't figure out which vehicle would hold $100 in gas. After a few minutes of trying to figure this out, I called dh. I explained the $100 debit and his responded by oh no I used the wrong card. He had used his personal debt card instead of using his company's gas card when he filled up his company truck.I am so glad that I found this. That would have $100 lost due to him using the wrong card. Thankfully, he has the receipt and we will get reimbursed for the gas purchase.
This proves you need to always double check your purchases. This could happen to anyone. I am just so glad that I found it. I would hate to have lost $100.
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