Thought of the Day

Send lots of postcards to keep in touch with friends and family.

FINALLY FRIDAY

It's Friday and I'm taking a vacation day!! I have a very busy weekend planned with so much to do. Saturday, I am having an early Christmas with my mom's side of the family at my house. There will be approximately 25-30 people. Did I say it was at my house? I'm not quite sure how I got talked into this.

Hopefully, I will get my to do list accomplished if I work very hard. I am going to post my To Do List. I am thinking maybe it will help motivate me.

Have a great weekend and see you Monday!

To Do List:
- Wrap Gifts (Not a single one has been wrapped)
- Bake Cookies
- Make Corn Salad
- Make Pasta Salad
- Clean Entire House (Vacuum, Mop, Dust, Clean Bathrooms)
- Address Christmas Cards
- Organize My Office/Computer Room
- Clean Out Refrigerator

Thrifty and Neat Blog Entries Found This Week

1) Flash Cards Made From Wrapping Paper - A neat idea to do to keep your children busy while wrapping gifts.

2) How to Use and Where to get FREE Evergreens - Great ideas.

3) XEROX is doing something great - Thanks to Dr. Mom for sharing this awesome thing.

4) Paper Candy Canes - What a cute and frugal craft to make.

5) Let the Truth Be Told and Please Stay Safe - You have to read what happened while shopping at the mall. Thank goodness she reacted the right way.

FREE Krispy Kreme Donut

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Thought of the Day

Stop criticizing your body. Decide that as long as your exercise a reasonable amount and eat reasonably well, that's GOOD ENOUGH.

FREE Subscription to Wondertime Magazine

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Thoughtful Thursday - Christmas Edition

Stay on budget. Check your list often and keep your totals up to date. Always search online or your newspaper for coupons before shopping.

What Did You Get for FREE This Week?

Its been a slow week for me. My list is short compared to last week....


FREE Post-It Notes
3 - FREE Hot Chocolate from McDonalds
P & G Coupon Booklet
FREE Pretzel Coupons
FREE Family Circle Magazine
5 - Arm & Hammer Detergents
FREE Snausages Coupon (My doggie will be happy!)


What did you get for FREE this week?

Thought of the Day

If possible, never quit a job until you've already got another.

FREE Sample of Colgate Total

Click here for your FREE Sample.

Thrifty Tip - Christmas Decorations

Most everyone has pictures sitting throughout their house of their families and friends. Pull out Christmas pictures and Christmas Photo Cards from previous years and place in frames. This is a great way to remember wonderful times from the past but it will also add a little bit of Christmas decor to your home.

Interesting/Fun/Useful Website

Paperbackswap.com - Swap books for the cost of postage and its not for just paperback books. A great source for avid readers.

Thought of the Day

Have a movie night at your house, complete with popcorn and candy. Invite friends to join you.

GIVEAWAY - AVON ADVANCE TECHNIQUES INSTANT RECHARGE TREATMENTS

AVON GIVEAWAY - 3 LUCKY WINNERS

I have 3 Advanced Techniques: Advanced Techniques Instant Rechargers. These products won’t be available in stores until January so you are getting a very special sneak peak! I have an Intense Repair for Dry, Damaged Hair, a Volumizing for Fine, Limp Hair and a Fizz Control for Frizzy or Curly Hair.

I tried the Volumizing Instant Recharge Treatment. I noticed an immediate difference. I have short, straight hair and without using lots of hair products it is very flat. After the first treatment, I did not have to use as much mousse or hair spray and it was great. Each product has four treatments and they're both recommended for once a week usage.

To enter, please leave me a comment telling me which product you would like to try. I will choose 3 winners randomly, one for each product. Please make sure I have a way of contacting you. For an additional entry, follow this blog and leave another comment letting me know you signed up.

In addition to this great giveaway, between now and January 1st, you can use the code JINGLE30 to get free shipping on any orders of $30 or more when you use an eRepresentative.

The 3 random winners will be chosen Sunday, December 14 at 9pm. The winners will be announced Monday.

Tasty Tuesday - Christmas Cider

1 (12 oz.) frozen apple juice concentrate, thawed
1 (12 oz.) frozen cranberry-apple juice concentrate, thawed
1 (6 oz.) frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed
5 sticks cinnamon
7 whole cloves
9 c. water


In 4 quart kettle, combine all ingredients and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes. Remove cloves and cinnamon and discard.

12 servings.

Thought of the Day

Find a way to exercise that you can enjoy, not just put up with.

FREE Popcorn for any AMC Theatres

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Multi-Use Item - Avocado

Quench Parched Locks

To make a nutrient-packed hair mask, mash an overripe avocado and mix in an egg yolk and 2 Tbsp of Olive Oil. Massage into damp hair, wrap with a towel and leave on for 30 minutes. Rinse, shampoo and condition hair as usual.

And The Winners Are.....

Diane

Catonine

Heather

An email has been sent to the winners. They have 48 hours to respond or I will chose another winner.

Congrats!!

A NEW GIVEAWAY TO BE ANNOUNCED TOMORROW!!!

Thought of the Day

Instead of thinking of anything bad in your life today, be thankful for everything that is good.

Thought of the Day

Give your mind a lift everyday by reading something inspiring.

Thought of the Day

Be good to yourself.

Finally Friday

What a busy weekend it will be!! I need to decorate, wrap gifts, clean, organize, and whatever else pops up. I have 2 trees up already and I plan on putting up 2 more. I have a Christmas party next Saturday at my house. There will be 25 - 30 people. Why is there always things you need to do before a gathering. I ask myself often why haven't I already done this? Why wasn't it important before?? Do you do this to? I plan on getting everything done so I can at least have a fun, relaxing Sunday.

Does anyone else have Christmas parties coming up soon to prepare for?

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

Bath & Body Works Coupon

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Santa Came Early for One 3-Year Old Little Girl

You have got to watch this. I have seen it 3 times and cried every time.

Grab a tissue!!

Click here to watch.

Thrifty and Neat Blog Entries Found This Week

1) Gifts that Give Back - Some great ideas.

2) Soap in the Crockpot - Stephanie always amazes me with the things she comes in with.

3) Photo Block Ornaments - How adorable are these.

4) Birthday Lanterns - What a thrifty idea for a party. I will have to remember this one.

5) Budget Friendly Gifts for Younger Kids - Amy has some great ideas here.

MY 1000TH POST!!!

I started my blog back in March. I can not believe I have reached my 1000th post. Time flies when you are having fun. I really enjoy finding the freebies, the coupons, and the deals and being able to share with you. Thanks to everyone who visits my blog and lets me know that I am not just typing for myself.

If there is ever any suggestions, comments, or questions you would like to share or ask, please let me know.

Have a great day!!

Thought of the Day

Start tasks well before the deadline. You won't feel rushed - and that'll leave time later for having fun!

12 Rules for Re-Gifting

Click here to read.

I admit......I regift. I think it is a great thing to do.

Do you regift??

What did You Get for FREE This Week?

As you can tell below I hit up CVS first thing Thanksgiving Day morning:


Hershey's Chocolate Bar
Aussie Shampoo
Johnson's Lotion
3 Gatorades
2 Bic Soleli Razors
2 Maybelline Foundations
2 Loreal Lipglosses
1 Covergirl Smoothers Foundation
1 Covergirl Smoothers Powder
Parents Magazine
1 Dawn Detergent
2 Bounty Towels
1 Peanut Butter
1 Doodle Pro
4 Great Items for Giveaways
Mens Degree Deodorant Sample



What did you get for FREE??

Thoughtful Thursday - Christmas Edition

Wrap your gifts as you purchase them. I hate to spend several hours wrapping gifts. I have also noticed that if I wrap as I go, my wrapping looks great and I even get creative.

Thought of the Day

Give your bedroom a facelife, complete with new curtains, sheets and a new comforter.

Upromise Now Offers eCoupons

If you have not signed up for Upromise, you need to check it out. They have now started a new eCoupon Program to earn extra rewards.

Every month Upromise offers a selection of eCoupons on everyday items such as toilet paper or light bulbs. And using them is as easy as 1-2-3!

1) Select the eCoupons you want.
2) Activate them so they can be linked to your grocery or drugstore card.
3) Shop for your products. At check-out, scan your registered store card the way you normally do and your college savings will be automatically credited to your Upromise account.

Interesting/Useful/Fun Website

gosimplymobile.com

SimplyMobile Mom is a software program you install on your personal computer that allows you to send content to your mobile phone so that you can access it when you are away from your PC.

You can do three basic things with SimplyMobile Mom:
Add content to your mobile phone
Look at the content on your mobile phone
Share content with friends and family

Thought of the Day

Respect everyone. Each person you meet is better than you at something and has a lesson to teach you.

CHRISTMAS CARD DEAL - HURRY THIS WON'T LAST LONG!!!!!!

Thanks to Money Saving Method.....I just ordered 30 Christmas cards for $5.11. Check out the deal here.

GIVEAWAY - PROGRESSO GIFT BASKETS

I have 3 Progresso Gift Baskets to giveaway. Each basket includes a coupon for a FREE Progresso Broth, a Recipe Box, Recipe Card Holder, Serving Utensils, and a Spoon Rest.

To enter just leave me a comment telling me the way you most often use Progresso Broth. You can share the recipe if you would like. Here is a recipe for Mashed Potato Gratin using Progresso Broth from Michael Chiarello's Signature Recipes.

For additional entry, become a follower to my blog.

I also have a coupon to share with everyone for Progress Broth. The coupon is available through December 17.

Progress is making it easier to create your favorite holiday recipes with the introduction of all-natural Progresso Check, Reduced Sodium Chicken and Beef-Flavored broths. Progresso's broths are 99% fat free and contain no preservatives, artificial flavors, or MSG. They even come in a convenient re-sealable 32oz cartons.

3 Random Winners will be chosen December 7 at 9pm. The winners will be announced Monday, December 8. Good luck!!

PLEASE MAKE SURE I HAVE A WAY TO CONTACT YOU!

Tasty Tuesday -

Ingredients:
1 2/3 cups granulated sugar
2/3 cup (5 fl.-oz. can) NESTLÉ® CARNATION® Evaporated Milk
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups miniature marshmallows
1 1/2 cups NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Semi-Sweet Chocolate Morsels
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
1/4 cup crushed, hard peppermint candy

Directions:

LINE 8-inch-square baking pan with foil.COMBINE sugar, evaporated milk, butter and salt in medium, heavy-duty saucepan. Bring to a full rolling boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Boil, stirring constantly, for 4 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat.STIR in marshmallows, morsels, vanilla extract and peppermint extract. Stir vigorously for 1 minute or until marshmallows are melted. Pour into prepared baking pan; cool for 1 minute. Top with candy, pressing in slightly. Refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm. Lift from pan; remove foil. Cut into 48 pieces.

Thought of the Day

Make it a point to think positive, upbeat, and encouraging thoughts.

Hallmark Coupon

Click here to print a coupon for $2 off a $10 purchase.

FREE Book - The Promise of Christmas 2008

Click here for a FREE book - The Promise of Christmas 2008.

Dunkin Donut Dunkin Dark Coffee Sample

Click here for a FREE Sample of Dunkin Dark Coffee.

Walgreens Coupon - $5 off $25

Print your coupon from my coupon scroll on the right side. Coupon is good for today and tomorrow.

Multi-Use Item - Coffee Grounds

Smooth and Exfoliate

Dip a wet washcloth into leftover coffee grounds and massage into damp skin from neck down to slough off dead skin. It's also great for tightening cellulite-prone areas like thighs.

Thought of the Day

Miracles happen!