Discount Hero

AND THE WINNER IS......

2008-09-29T23:23:00.002-05:00

I know it's been a long time waiting, but the Kellogg's contest has finally ended. Please don't forget to send in your rebate forms this week (by 09/30)!

And the winner is (by $1).... YOUR COUPON BUDDY.

She had an actual profit of $19!!!! Way to go!!!
I'll be emailing you to redeem your $10 CVS card!

over there....

2008-08-20T10:43:00.004-05:00

If you haven't made your way over to the new website, you're missing out. That's where all of my freebies and coupons and deals are being posted - as well as other ways to help your life more manageable.

I'm leaving this blog open till the end of the Kellogg's challenge. Aside from that, everything is now being posted over on Homemaker Hero.

introducing a new website

2008-08-15T21:41:00.005-05:00

I've been wanting to switch domain names and give Discount Hero it's own domain. However, even though discounthero.com isn't being used, it is owned. I contacted the owner to see if he would be willing to give up the domain since it is not in use and he told me it would cost me $10,000!! That's not a good deal! lol That's actually quite insane. So I've been toying around with the idea of starting a new adventure with a new name. I've done it.

I am now the proud owner of a new website that will feature the things I talk about on here as well as other things that really benefit your family (advice, wellness, recipies, DIY, in addition to all the ways I come up with to save money). I've switched my name to Homemaker Hero. Please bookmark it as it will become my new internet home. I'm still debating continuing this blog since most of what I post here will be on the new website anyhow. However, I'll definitely keep this blog open until the end of the Kellogg's contest. The winner will be announced on here at the end of September. So be sure to enter your Kellogg's transaction (even if you didn't get the rebate in the mail).

I look forward to my new adventures with you and posting more of what I'm really all about. Please let me know what you think!!!

Tax Free Weekend in Texas

2008-08-15T00:30:00.004-05:00

There's been some miscommunication that everything you buy this weekend is going to be tax-free. That is NOT true! Here is a list of what is tax exempt and what is not.

TAX FREE
Baby clothes
Backpacks for use by elementary and secondary students
Belts with attached buckles
Boots - cowboy, hiking
Caps/hats - baseball, fishing, golf, knitted
Coats and wraps
Diapers - adult and baby
Dresses
Gloves (generally)
Gym suits and uniforms
Hooded shirts and hooded sweatshirts
Hosiery
Jackets
Jeans
Jerseys - baseball and football
Jogging apparel
Neckwear and ties
Pajamas
Pants and trousers
Raincoats and ponchos
Robes
Shirts
Shoes - sandals, slippers, sneakers, tennis, walking
Socks (including athletic)
Shorts
Suits, slacks, and jackets
Sweatshirts
Sweat suits
Sweaters
Swimsuits
Underclothes
Work clothes and uniforms

NOT TAX FREE
Accessories (generally) - barrettes, elastic ponytail holders, wallets, watches
Backpacks - unless for use by elementary and secondary students
Baseball cleats and pants
Belt buckles (without belt)
Boots - climbing, fishing, rubber work boots, ski, waders
Buttons and zippers
Cloth and lace, knitting yarns, and other fabrics
Dry cleaning services
Football pants
Golf gloves
Handbags and purses
Handkerchiefs
Hard hats
Helmets - bike, baseball, football, hockey, motorcycle, sports
Ice skates
Jewelry
Laundering services
Leather goods - except belts with buckles and wearing apparel
Pads - football, hockey, soccer, elbow, knee, shoulder
Personal flotation devices
Rented clothing (including uniforms, formal wear, and costumes)
Roller blades and skates
Safety clothing, glasses
Shoes - bicycle (cleated), bowling, golf

for the extended list please click here

The law exempts most clothing and footwear priced under $100 from sales and use taxes, which could save shoppers about $8 on every $100 they spend. Backpacks under $100 and used by elementary and secondary students are also exempt. A backpack is a pack with straps one wears on the back. The exemption during the sales tax holiday includes backpacks with wheels, provided they can also be worn on the back like a traditional backpack, and messenger bags. The exemption does not include items that are reasonably defined as luggage, briefcases, athletic/duffle/gym bags, computer bags, purses or framed backpacks. Ten or fewer backpacks can be purchased tax-free at one time without providing an exemption certificate to the seller.

A word of caution: If you sell items that do not qualify for the exemption, you may not advertise or promise that you will pay your customers’ sales tax. Additionally, you are prohibited from advertising that you will not collect sales tax on items that do not qualify. You may advertise that tax is included in the sales price of the taxable items that you sell, however.

For information on how to report tax on these sales, please visit Reporting Sales Tax on Tax-Free Items or call us toll free at (800) 252-5555.

coupons and freebies (posted 08/14/08)

2008-08-14T22:40:00.003-05:00

Save $2.00 on Aveeno Active Naturals coupon

Save $1.00 on Cheerios coupon

Any 1 item 20% off at Borders coupon (expires 08/17)

computer building skills for little kids (toddlers, too) including games to play here

free sample of LACTAID® Fast Act Dietary Supplements here

first 500 to sign up get a free full size bottle of Olay body wash with exfoliating ribbons

free sample of Elizabeth Arden PREVAGE® Eye Anti-Aging Moisturizing Treatment here

free Human Genome landmarks poster here

free online games to play here

free Texas Citrus resources - including calendar, kid's book, stickers, pencils, and more!

convert your mp3 into a ringtone here

free copy of the K12 DVD, Learning Without Limits here. includes curriculum samples.

free Earth/Mars comparison poster here

free cell phone holder here (great for your desk)

printable "transfer of luck" certificate here

free bookmarks from Christian Families Today here

sign up for Postcrossing - an international postcard exchange - here

free sample of Lacoste Essential fragrance for men here

free sample of Escada Moonsparkle fragrance here

free sample of organic pet food from Yarrah Organic Pet Foods here

get 50 (or more) free music downloads here

free sample of Meow Mix Wholesome Goodness from Walmart here

prepaid phones

2008-08-14T17:32:00.002-05:00

I'm trying to research some prepaid cell phone services but I really value what users have to say. Do you own a prepaid phone? Tell me about it. Which service do you think I should go with if I were to get one? My husband and I are actually thinking of getting one for each of us and so it would be really awesome if they could interact with each other for free. haha

Let me know if you have any experience with prepaid cell phones - the good and the bad. Comment below or email me: weshinelikestars@yahoo.com

Thanks bunches!

listening to my readers

2008-08-14T13:35:00.002-05:00

Although we do not have a Kroger in my area, a reader of mine passed along some excellent Kroger deals for this week. I hope this helps someone out there! (thanks Colleen!)

Go here to check out Kroger savings put together by Sensible Saving!!

HEB deals (thru 08/19/08)

2008-08-14T08:18:00.002-05:00

While browsing the new weekly ads for HEB, I found some pretty good deals - including lots of free stuff and even that free stuff getting you more free stuff! One thing you will need is to pick up the All You magazine August edition currently at Walmart (the only store that sells it). It's $1.77 but you will more than make up for that expense once you pick up on these deals. Go to page 159 and clip those 5 coupons.

Buy 3 products from this list, get a free Beauty Book (including $20 worth of coupons):
Pantene Pro-V, Herbal Essence, Nice N Easy Perfect 10 hair color, Olay, Cover Girl, Gillette Venus, Secret, and Crest.
$3.78 Pantene Pro-V Shampoo or Conditioner 12.6 oz.
(use $1.00 off any 2 coupon from recent insert. you pay: 2/$6.56 ($3.28 each))
$1.00 off any CoverGirl store coupon
(add $1.00 off CoverGirl copon from recent insert or BOGO CoverGirl)
$2.96 Herbal Essences Shampoo or Conditioner 12 oz.
(use $2.00 off 2 coupon from recent insert. you pay: 2/$3.92 ($1.96 each))
$3.88 Crest Pro-Health Toothpaste 6 oz.
(use .75 off coupon from recent insert. you pay: $3.13)
$7.68 Venus Embrace
(use $2.00 off coupon from recent insert. you pay: $5.68)
$1.00 off any 1 Olay product with store coupon
(use $1.00 off 1 Olay product coupon from recent insert. total savings:$2
or use $3.00 any 2 Olay products coupon from recent insert. total savings:$5/2 (with two in store coupons))
$4.35 Secret Flawless 5.2 oz.
(use .50 off coupon from recent insert. you pay: $3.85)

Check out school supply coupons here

STORE COUPONS:
Save $1.35 Colgate Total, Total Advanced, Max Fresh, 2 in 1, Colgate Simply White Advanced White or Colgate Sensitive Toothpaste 4 oz. or larger
(use $1.00 off coupon from recent insert for total savings of $2.35)

$1.50 off any Luvs Mega Pack Diapers

$1.00 off any CoverGirl Face, Eye or Lip Cosmetic Products
(use $1.00 off CoverGirl coupon from recent insert)

$1.00 off Clairol Balsam, Herbal Essences or Natural Instincts Haircolor
(use 2 store coupons for $1.00/1 and use BOGO free coupon from recent insert on Natural Instincts Haircolor. total savings: $2.00 off one box and the second one free)

Buy any 1L Listerine and get Reach Twin Pack Toothbrushes FREE.
(if Liseterine Whitening counts in this deal, use $1.00 off printable coupon
if Listerine Smart Rinse for kids counts in this deal, use $1.00 off printable coupon)

$1.00 off any John Frieda Shampoo, Conditioner or Styler
(use $2.00 off John Frieda Collection Weather Works by Frizz-Ease coupon from recent insert)

$2.00 off Duracell Batteries
AA or AAA, 8 pk.; C or D, 4 pk. or 9 Volt, 2 pk
(use .75 off coupon from recent insert for $2.75 total savings)

$2.00 off Claritin-D
(use $3.00 off printable coupon for $5.00 total savings)

$1.00 off Olay Facial Skin Care or Body Lotions
(save $1.00/1 or $3.00/2 coupons from recent insert. total savings: $2.00 or $5.00)

$10.00 off Alli Starter Kit 90 ct.
(if you got the Alli book freebie from Walmart recently, check it for extra $10.00 off. total savings:$20.00)

BOGO free H-E-B Batteries
AA or AAA, 4 pk.; C or D, 2 pk.; or 9 Volt, 1 pk.

$2.00 off any Physicians Formula, Mineral Wear or Organic Wear Products

BOGO free Topps Push Pop or Ring Pop .5 oz.

$1.50 off H-E-B Sure Comfort Maxi or Ultra Thin Pads 14 - 24 ct.

COMBO LOCO:
FREE Market Fresh Bratwurst Links (maximum value $3.50)
when you buy H-E-B Seasoned Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs with Texas Style BBQ Rub regular pack

FREE Guerrero Fresqui*Ricas Tortillas 10 ct. AND Big Red 2 L btl. regular, diet or vanilla float
when you buy Chorizo Kiolbassa Sausage Links 12 or 32 oz.
(use $1.00 off Guerrero printable coupon)

FREE H-E-B Restaurant Style Croutons 6 oz. assorted varieties
when you buy Kraft Salad Dressing 16 oz. assorted varieties
(use FREE Kraft dressing coupon from August All-You combined with the meal deal below for up to 2 Free boxes of croutons - including getting the dressing for FREE!)

FREE Nabisco Snak Sak 5.5 - 8 oz. assorted varieties
when you buy Kraft Mayo or Miracle Whip 32 oz. assorted varieties
(if you buy this deal, you won't have to add on a package of kool-aid in the meal deal explained below)

FREE Kool-Aid Jammers 10 pk., 6.75 oz. pouches assorted varieties
when you buy Nabisco 100 Calorie Packs Chewy Granola or Honey Maid Delight Bars 5.88 - 8.4 oz. assorted varieties
(if you buy this deal, you won't have to add on a package of kool-aid in the meal deal explained below)

FREE Kellogg's Yogos Bits or Rollers 4.8 oz., assorted varieties and Wrigley's Big Red, Winterfresh, Doublemint, Juicy Fruit or Spearmint gum 10 pk. assorted varieties
when you Buy any Backpack (backpacks are also BOGO free!)
(use $1.00 off YoGo coupon from recent insert)

FREE 1/4 lb. Hill Country Fare Hot Pepper Cheese and Kangaroo White or Wheat Pita Pocket Bread 8 oz.
when you buy One (1) lb. of Hill Country Fare Smoked or Oven Roasted Turkey Breast

FREE Coca-Cola Classic, Diet Coke or Dr Pepper 2 L btl.
when you buy 4/$5

FREE Fresh! Grape Tomatoes 1 pint
when you buy Fresh Express Crisp Lettuce Blends 6 - 12 oz. assorted varieties AND Hidden Valley Salad Dressing 16 oz., assorted varieties

FREE Hill Country Fare Bologna 12 oz., regular or thick sliced
when you buy Hill Country Fare American Singles 12 oz.

H.E.B. MEAL DEAL:
Buy Oscar Mayer Lunchmeat 16oz chopped, smoked, baked, or boiled ham, ham and cheese or turkey varieties and Kraft All-Out Squeeze! Mayo (24oz regular or light)
Get 4 items FREE: Kool-Aid Singles 12ct, Kraft Easy Mac Cups 2.05oz, Kraft American Singles 12oz, Rubbermaid Sandwich TakeAlongs 2ct.

add one package of kool-aid @ .20 (or any other oscar mayer, kraft, or nabisco product - see combo loco deals) and get these items free with coupons from All-You magazine (note: buy 2 magazines and get two of each of the following items free with two coupons of each - since you're buying 6 Kraft, Nabisco, or Oscar Mayer items):
2 Nabisco Wheat Thins
2 Oscar Mayer hot dogs
2 Kraft dressing (which is also a combo loco deal and will get you free croutons)
2 Crystal Lite
2 Kraft Singles 12oz (totals 3 for FREE with the deal above)
this is an AWESOME way to stock up!

OTHER DEALS:
$1.99lb Assorted Pork Chops
bone-in, value pack limit-2

$2.49lb Beef Chuck Roast
bone-in, USDA Select limit-2

$1.99lb Fresh! Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
Hill Country Fare value pack, limit-2

$2.99lb Thresher Shark Steaks
previously frozen or Boneless Tilapia Fillets previously frozen farm raised

.59 Hill Country Fare Meat Hot Dogs
12 oz. limit-4

.99lb Beef Sweetbreads

$2.49lb Extra Meaty Cross Cut Beef Shoulder Ribs
bone-in, value pack

$2.99 each Farmland Bacon
16 oz., hickory smoked or butcher's cut

$2.49lb Fresh! Ground Chuck
80% lean, value pack
* 100% pure beef, no additives!
*Ground fresh several times a day!
* Time stamped for freshness!

$6.99lb H-E-B New Harvest 26 - 30 Ct. Per Pound Wild Gulf Brown Shrimp
previously frozen

$1.99lb Market Fresh Homestyle Sausage Links

.88lb Fresh! Salad Tomatoes

.77lb Sweet! Large Peaches

2/$1 Crisp! Cucumbers

2lb/$1 Fresh! Yellow Onions

5/$1 Juicy! Small Bartlett Pears

5/$1 Prickly Pears

$1.99 each Season's Select® Russet Potatoes 5 lbs.

$1.59lb Sweet & Crunchy! Red Seedless Grapes

$1.19 each Hill Country Fare Apple Juice Cocktail

new expedia deals

2008-08-13T22:16:00.002-05:00

Expedia Extra: FREE GAS* $75 when you stay 4+nights, $50 when you stay 3 nights, $25 when you stay 2 nights - while supplies last.

coupon horror stories

2008-08-13T21:49:00.005-05:00

I believe I've had my fair share of heart racing moments while going through the check out where I've had to take a deep breath to remain calm due to a really bad cashier, manager, or customer waiting to check out behind me. I often wonder if it's me who just doesn't have the patience for bad service or if other people out there have the same trouble I do? Seriously, I've had it all. I've had managers who had an item listed with the wrong price and won't adjust the sale because of their mistake. I've had cashiers who thought it was SO much trouble to ring up coupons and would literally huff and puff and throw dirty looks at me because I'm making them ring up coupons. I've had customers behind me huff and puff and say a few curse words about me when they see my stack of coupons to scan. I've even let 3-5 customers check out before me when doing multiple transactions and I still seem to get some kind of bad gesture toward me. Oh and God forbid me ever wanting to return something or try to do a price adjustment when things don't ring up right! lol

After the Wal-Mart transaction I did on Monday with a cashier who tried his hardest to make me believe that I was stupid and had no idea what I was talking about or what I was doing, I thought I'd ask all of you readers out there about some of your horror stories while going through checkout with coupons. Was it a problem with a cashier? Was it a problem with the customer behind you? Was it both? Did you ever have serious trouble with a manager? Did you ever just give up on a transaction and pay more because of this trouble? I want to know! I think we would all benefit knowing we're not alone out there and that sometimes the amount of money we've saved was worth fighting for.

For every difficult transaction, I've had more than triple the amount of great transactions. Those bad ones make me really nervous every time I check out though. lol The really good ones keep me doing what I do and remind me how worth it clipping coupons really is.

Walmart Shopping

2008-08-13T20:45:00.007-05:00

I made another trip to Wal-Mart for a few things and ended up making a pretty good transaction.
$42.45 (before tax and coupons)
- $18.58 (total of coupons)
SAVINGS OF: $23.87 (before tax)

Here's how I did it:
3 All-You magazine @ 1.77 each
Bread @ .78
3 Honey Nut Cheerios Snack Mix @ $1.00 each
2 Great Value Pizza Sauce @ .88 each
15 packages of Kool-Aid @ .20 each (planning a craft with these)
2 Betty Crocker Warm Delights @ 1.46 each
Tabasco Sauce @ .98
Dole Fruit Cup Parfait @ $1.78
Dora Kid's Yogurt @ $2.24
YoGo Variety @ $1.67
Nabisco Wheat Thins Family Size @ $3.48
Crystal Lite @ $2.98
WellPatch @ .97
Kraft American Singles @ $2.98
1lb Oscar Mayer Beef Hot Dogs with Cheese @ $2.50
Kraft Dressing @ 1.58
South Beach On the Go drink mix @ $2.00
Great Value Milk @ $2.52
________________________________________
$42.45 (pre tax)

COUPONS USED:
1 - .60 off Cheerios Snack Mix = .40
2 - .50 off Cheerios Snack Mix = .50 each
Buy 3 Kraft, Nabisco, Oscar Mayer get ____ FREE: (bought 15 kool aid = $3.00)
- Wheat Thins = FREE
- Kraft Singles = FREE
- Oscar Mayer Hot Dogs = FREE
- Kraft Dressing = FREE
- Crystal Lite = FREE
1 - $1.00 off WellPatch = FREE plus .03 overage
2 - .50 off Betty Crocker Warm Delight = .96 each
1 - $1.50 off Kid's Yogurt = .74
1 - $1.00 off YoGo Snacks Variety = .67
1 - $.75 off Fruit Parfait = $1.03
1 - $2.00 off South Beach on the go drink mix = FREE
1 - .50 off Tabasco = .48
(and there was an extra coupon in there but I have no idea for what @ $1.00 off)

Grand total: $18.58 before tax.

Despite the savings, it was kind of a nightmare. The kid behind the counter was a smartass and didn't understand coupons. He kept trying to act like I was stupid and that he knew what he was saying, but he really didn't. The buy 3 get ___ FREE coupons weren't ringing up correctly. He stood and argued with me for a good (and long) 10 minutes that Kool-Aid was NOT a Kraft item (even though it says on the back that it is). At first he was reading the coupon wrong thinking it said to buy 3 of this one item get the 4th free. Then I read it to him slowly and kindly that it was ANY kraft, nabisco, or oscar mayer. I told him the Kool-Aid was my Kraft item and he didn't believe me that it was a Kraft item. He said in a very distinct "your stupid" tone, "NO, I don't think it is. It's not Nabisco and it's obviously not Oscar Mayer. That's for sure. I'm pretty sure it's not Kraft because it's not ringing up." I told him if he were to look it up on the internet it would show Kool-Aid as a Kraft item. I even thought about whipping out my cell phone's internet to show him. Finally on the back I discovered that it DOES say Kraft and I showed him. So then he took his sweet time ringing everything up. I silently ended up giving the woman behind me a Redbox rental code for being so patient (since it was Monday and there was a free code available till midnight). lol Normally cashiers that frustrate me so much, I will just forget the transaction and take my business elsewhere or at least to another cashier. But I was tired, it was late, and these coupons were getting me over $40 worth of groceries for under $20! I think once the lady behind me saw that, she understood too. lol God bless those people behind us coupon ladies. ;)

walgreens deals 08/10/08-08/19/08

2008-08-12T14:38:00.003-05:00

You can see the weekly ad here. Big thanks to MommySnacks for these deals since I was unable to pick up a paper on Sunday!

$1.99 Bic Pens or Pencils. Coupon Match: $1 on 2 in the coupons.com widget in my right side bar. Net Price: $1.50 each.
$.50 Bic Ultra Round pens. Coupon Match: $1 on 2 in the coupons.com widget in my right side bar. Net Price: FREE.
$4 All Detergent and receive a $2 RR when you purchase 2 bottles. Coupon Match: $1 on 3X in the 6/22 Red Plum Insert, $1 on 3x Printable here, $.50 in the 6/22 Red Plum Insert. Net Price: $3 - $3.50 each OR after the RR, it's like paying $2-$2.50 a bottle (depending on which coupon you have)!
$.89 Kleenex Tissues w/ Walgreens Weekly Ad Coupon. Coupon Match: $.50 on 3 in the 8/3 Smart Source Insert. Net Price: $.72 each.
$1.99 Scott toilet paper. Coupon Match: $1 Printable here. Net Price: $.99.
$2 Fiber One Bars. Coupon Match: $.75 on 2 in the coupons.com widget in my right side bar, $.50 in the 8/10 Smart Source Insert. Net Price: $1.13 -$1.50 each.
$2.79 Suavitel Fabric Softener B1G1 FREE. Coupon Match: $1 in the 7/27 Red Plum Insert. Net Price: $.40 each.
$4.99 Oxy Acne Products B1G1 FREE. Coupon Match: $1 in the 5/4 and 8/10 Red Plum Insert, $1 in the August All You, $1.50 Printable here (use 2 coupons). Net Price: $1-1.50 each (depending on the coupon). FYI, these are also on ECB this month at CVS.
$2.19 Aquafresh toothpaste B1G1 FREE. Coupon Match: $.75 Printable here (use 2 coupons). Net Price: $.35 each.
$2.99 Gorton's Seafood items B1G1 FREE. Coupon Match: $.75 on 2 in the coupons.com widget in my right side bar. Net Price: $1.13 each.
$2.50 Kashi Cereal. Coupon Match: $2 off Kashi product here. Net Price: $.50.

new resturant.com code

2008-08-12T14:21:00.005-05:00

Take 50% off $25 Gift Certificates.

Pay $5 when you use the code GOODBUY.

Now valid through 8-17-08.

want to win over $50 worth of healthy coupons?

2008-08-12T10:46:00.005-05:00

My friend Leslie over at The Healthy Hearth is holding a coupon giveaway contest. She's inspired to live more healthy and wants to inspire you by giving away over $50 worth of (healthy) coupons. She offers three chances for entry.

I'm certainly entering because I love Leslie and all of her ideas. She has always inspired me with her frugal ways and was even actually the person who got me inspired with couponing in the first place. Why anyone would have a resourse to living more healthy and not go for it puzzles me. Go on over there and enter!

coupons and freebies (posted 08/11/08)

2008-08-12T00:17:00.003-05:00

It's been a few days, so there's a lot of them here. Enjoy!

Free stuff at Build-A-Bear. Click here for more info.

Free roll of tape from Lacrosse here

Free sample of AlphaMax wrinkle decreaser here

Get a free sample CD-ROM from baby cd here

Free 'Save The Manatees' packet for grade school or college students here

Free 'Law and Odor' coloring book from Arm & Hammer here

Get a free sample of Tide from walmart here

Make your own animations here
(haven't tried it, but it looks like fun!)

Send in your cell phones and get cash here

Free resources for school including academic planner here

Free sample of Lilli-pads for women here

Request a free photo of your favorite celebrity here

Free Orville Redenbacher's 100 calorie popcorn cakes here

Free Will Planning kid from American Heart Association here

Free Clints Cigars here

Free sample of Degree deodorant for men here

Free downloads of Metallica live here

Free Back to School cookbook PDF file

Free sample of Differin acne creme here

Free sample of Post-It Super Sticky Recycled Notes here

Free can of Mighty Dog here

Free post-its from DigiLake here

Sign up for Free Dogster/Freebreeze pack here

TONS (a whole lot) of printable cookbooks from Eversave here

Attend an Ultimate Lunch Box even at Walmart and receive free samples for Uncrustables, Sunny D, and Del Monte Fruit Chillers. Details here.

Free Sobe Life Water with purchase of 12pk Pepsi coupon

KFC (chicken) coupons

Sign up and get a $1.00 off coupon for Wendy's.

CVS Deals (08/10/08-08/16/08)

2008-08-11T22:54:00.003-05:00

I never did get a paper this weekend. I couldn't find one today either. However, both CVS and Walgreens have their weekly ads posted on their website. There doesn't appear to be a ton of deals this week, but here's what I've found. Click this link to see the entire ad.

CVS:

don't forget to use the $2 off $10 purchase on page 30

ECB DEALS:
Buy $30 ROC Skin care
(Price starting at $7.99)
Get $10 ECB
Limit 5

Alavert or Alavert D $5.99
save $4.00 printable coupon
you pay: $1.99
get $3 ECB

Zephyrhills spring water 24 pks $4.99
get $1.00 ECB
limit 1

Neosporin orginal or pain relief 1 oz $6.99
use $1.00 off coupon from previous newspaper insert
you pay: $5.99
get $1.00 ECB
Limit 1

Buy TWO oxy products includes oxy acne treatment 0.65 oz, wash 6 oz or cleansing pads 90 ct
Buy 2 get 1 free PDF file to print
$1.50 off any Oxy PDF file to print
get $2.00 ECB
Limit 5

Buy $25 of baby care product: get $5 ECB

Huggies wipes 42-80ct. or Playskool cloths 80ct.--2/$5 ($1.00 off playschool wipes printable coupon) (use Huggies mailer coupon)
Huggies jumbo diapers or Pull-ups (exc. Overnites)--$8.99 (use Huggies mailer coupon or pop-out coupon box coupon at CVS or Walgreens)
Johnson’s buddies, powder, lotion, oil, wash, shampoo 6.5-15oz, bedtime washcloths 15ct, or Desitin original 2oz.--$2.99 (use $1.00 off printable coupon - good on any johnsons) ($2.00 off 2 Johnson's buddies printable coupon) ($1.00 off printable coupon for Desitin)
Umbrella stroller--$9.99
Emfamil 24-25.7oz (exc. Alimentum or Nutramigen)--$23.99
Fleece baby blanket or Johnson’s first touch gift set--$7.99
Tinsley Blake diaper bag--$14.99
Playskool bottles, cups, spoons, bowls, pacifiers, nipples, teething keys, or bottle brush—25% off
So ‘Dorable baby boots or clogs--$7.99
CVS cotton swabs 375ct.—2/$3
Playskool busy basics form fitter, busy balls, or busy glow flashlight--$7.99

Buy $10 of candy on this page
$1.00 off Wonka Mix Ups printable coupon
Get $5 ECB

$15 energizer batteries AA or AAA 4 PK, C or D 2 PK or 9 volt 1 pk
free color explosion mini when you buy 2 energizer here
$1.00 off energizer product printable coupon
Energizer Lithium $5 rebate form
Get $5 ECB

$9.99 L' oreal Visible lift, foundation, powder, concealer, bare, natural lip, mascara or mineral powder
$2.00 ECB
Limit 4

$5.69 Softsoap or Irishspring 8 bar value pack or antibacterial liquid refill 40 oz
get $2.00 ECB

$15 Benefiber Powder 125 doses, ex-lax 25 ct, Gas-x 50 ct.
get $3.00 ECB

$5 ecb wyb Pepsid ac 50-90 ct, ez chews or complete 50 ct

BOGO:
All CVS Vitamins,Minerals or Herbals

Covergirl Lip Color
use $1.00 off CG coupon from previous newspaper insert

Planters deluxe Mixed Nuts 10 oz, Whole Cashews 9.75 oz, or Nutrition 9-9.75 oz

Arizona Tea (99 Cent) 16 oz bottle or 23 oz cans

Colgate Toothpaste includes Total Whitening, Baking soda & peroxide, sparking white, kids toothpaste and sponge bob plus or wave toothbrush
use $1.50 printable coupon

BOGO 50% off:
Scotch mailing or transparent tape 1.49-7.99

CVS/pharmacy premium notebooks 1,3,or 5 subjects 2.99-6.59

All L’Oreal HIP lip, eye, or face 6.79-12.99

Physicians Formula foundation, powder, bronzer, blush, or concealer 5.39-19.99

All Maybelline foundation, powder, blush, concealer, or mascara 3.99-10.99

All Cover Girl mascara, eye shadow, or liner 3.39-8.49

CVS/pharmacy kitchen, trash, or lawn & leaf bags

CVS/pharmacy hand soap or sanitizer 1.19-4.99

Dietary Supplements

OTHER DEALS:
Buy a new card and get a $9.95 credit on your new Green Dot card when you use it to make a purchase at participating CVS by Sept. 13

L’Oreal skin genesis eye serum 0.5oz, Daily or Night moisturizer 1.7oz, Get a free L’Oreal skin genesis cream, gel cleanser 5-8oz, or towelettes 25ct.

Buy both Cosmo Girl and Seventeen magazine, save $1.50

Buy Marc Anthony Pro Root Touch-up, Get Marc Anthony shampoo, conditioner, or styler

Buy Tylenol 100ct. or arthritis 80-100ct at $8 (exc. PM), Get a free Tylenol vial 10ct.

super deal at super 8

2008-08-11T11:41:00.004-05:00

SUPER 8 ROOMS ARE GOING FOR $8.88!!
(Every night online after 8pm from 8/8/08 through 8/15/08)

Things to keep in mind when trying to book your $8.88 room:

The promotion runs each night beginning at 8 PM EDT from 8/8/08 through 8/15/08
The first 800 guests to make a reservation on super8.com each night beginning at 8 PM EDT can get a room for $8.88!
This special offer is only available online through super8.com
Your stay must be within the 8/8/08 and 12/30/08 period only
Limit of one room and one night per person
Please have a valid credit card handy
Rate valid at all participating Super 8 hotels in the U.S and Canada
Wyndham Rewards points will be awarded based on the promotional rate of $8.88 (Putting in your Wyndham Rewards # will pre-populate your information, saving you time and giving you a faster chance at getting that $8.88 room!)
Reservation cannot be canceled, refunded, transferred or resold
Offer cannot be combined with any other promotion or offer

(thanks moneysavingmom)

Bath and Body Works

2008-08-11T09:22:00.003-05:00

There's a major sale that ends tomorrow. Get it while you can. Shipping is only $4.95 if you prefer to buy online.

5 for $15 or 7 for $20:

Anti-Bacterial Hand Soaps

Anti-Bacterial 8 oz Gel Sanitizer

Anti-Bacterial Foaming Sanitizer

Anti-Bacterial Moisturizing Sanitizer

Anti-Bacterial 3 oz Gel Sanitizer

Cheerios Snack Mix

2008-08-10T14:50:00.005-05:00

If anyone has coupons for the Cheerios Snack Mix, you might stop by H.E.B. before Tuesday to stock up. My kids LOVE these and they come in several flavors. I sadly didn't have all of my coupons with me when I went grocery shopping (I was trying hard to stick to my list), so I didn't pick up any. I probably will tomorrow though. Sales usually begin and end on Tuesday at H.E.B. so I can only tell you this will work between now and this Tuesday.

At the end of one of the aisles they had the bags of Cheerios Snack Mix on sale for $1.00 a bag. I don't know what kind of coupons you have printed or cut, but I have a couple printed for .60 off and a few clipped coupons from the newspaper inserts for .50 off. That makes these 40-50 cents a bag! I'd consider that a good deal considering they're usually well over $1.00 a bag.

EDITED NOTE: Wal-Mart also has the Honey Nut Cheerios Snack Mix 2/$2. The other flavors were still more than $1.00 - so it seems unless you want the Honey Nut flavor, you should still truck it over to H.E.B.

a couple of questions for y'all

2008-08-10T14:07:00.006-05:00

Anyone want to go buy an extra Corpus Christi Sunday paper for me today? I'm on day two of 48 hour mom-only duty and the girls have just been I-N-S-A-N-E for some reason! Although a part of me wants to get them out of this house so that they will stop destroying everything here, I would hate more for them to destroy anything in the van or the store. So by a desperate plea from one mother to another (I know a few local friends of mine read this), could you please pick up an extra paper for me today? Let me know. My hubby will be home tomorrow so I could come meet you and pick it up and pay for it. I am going to need my own time out by the end of these 48 hours! lol

To everyone else... I will get the ads up tomorrow. Normally I can handle the three children by myself, but they've all hit a totally rebellious phase this weekend. Not that they'd probably stop just because their daddy is around, but at least I know he'll be here to allow me a break! lol

By the way, does anyone have a remedy for getting ink out of a couch? The material is similar to micro-fiber, but not stain resistant sadly (not that i think stain resistant is ink resistant anyway). Our couch is like a yellowish creme color and the address stamper that we have is ALL OVER IT now (as well as the couch pillows, books, and the wall). I can deal with everything else that's happened this weekend (yeah, the stamp was just the begining), but I'm a little lost on how to treat the couch without making the ink smear all over with something that won't work.

are you really hungry?

2008-08-09T21:50:00.001-05:00

(reposted from mydailymoment.com)

It's not always your stomach that's giving you that hunger sign. Sometimes stress, boredom, depression or just having food nearby can make you think you're hungry. The best way to tell the difference is to become aware of the physical signs of hunger. Physical hunger is a call by the body to fill a need for fuel. Once you eat, your hunger should go away. If it doesn't, chances are, you're dealing with emotional hunger. Try to pay attention to what your stomach feels like when it's hungry. For example, right when you wake up in the morning. Take some time to really pay attention to that feeling. The next time you think you're hungry, remember what you felt. This will help you make healthier decisions.

alternate uses for Kool-Aid

2008-08-09T14:10:00.008-05:00

In the August edition of All-You magazine (found only at Wal-Mart), there is a page with a lot of Kraft foods coupons. All of them are buy 3 Kraft products and get something for FREE. The cheapest Kraft food I've discovered is Kool-Aid. That deal alone is worth buying the magazine for this month (maybe a few copies if you can budget it). If you're not a Kool-Aid fan, I know you can get Kraft mac n cheese at Wal-Mart for $.50 a box! So there's another idea and you'll be stocking your pantry with yummy mac n cheese while still getting great deals. I usually buy generic mac n cheese because it tastes fine to me and costs about $.20 cheaper. In our house and how much mac n cheese we buy (we love it) that $.20 savings really adds up.

I got to thinking though, even if you don't drink Kool-Aid, there are other uses for it and worth stocking up for. I'm always encouraging more family time - especially families with children. Here are some alternate uses for Kool-Aid; most of which you can get the kids involved with.

KOOL-AID ART BOTTLES ("sand bottles")

What you'll need:

Inexpensive glass bottle with lid (this is an awesome way to reuse those baby food jars)
Several different and colorful flavors of Kool-Aid
Ice tea spoon
Small paper funnel or frosting decorating tips (quite often these are on clearance)
Hot glue gun and glue sticks

How to make it:

Open the top of each Kool-Aid container so you can see all of the different colors.
Place the funnel in the top of the bottle. If the funnel is too large, use a frosting decorating tip to work as a funnel.
Spoon the different kinds of Kool-Aid into the bottle through the funnel in the order that you desire.
Fill up the bottle with all of the different colors.
Put hot glue around the edge of the lid and place it in the top of the bottle.

Tips: You can poke a toothpick down the sides of the bottle to form designs in the sand.

Kool-Aid Finger Paint

What you'll need:

2 cups flour
2 packs unsweented kool-aid
1/2 cup salt
3 cups boiling water
3T. oil

How to make it:

Mix wet into dry. The kids love the color change. Then finger paint away.

Kool-Aid Tye Dye:

What you will need:

T-shirt (cotton works best)
Unsweetened Kool-Aid
Vinegar
Small plastic bowls
Plastic gloves
Rubber bands

How to make it:

For every color you wish to use, combine 1 package Kool-Aid and 1 ounce of vinegar in individual plastic bowls.
Mix until Kool-Aid is dissolved.
Using rubber bands, pull and twist T-shirt into different shapes.
Dip rubber-banded ends in bowls (make sure you wear gloves or your hands will stain).
To set colors, iron on medium-high using an ironing cloth between shirt and iron.
Let set for 24 hours before washing. Wash separately the first time.

Tips: For younger kids, you can put the Kool-Aid/Vinegar mix into a squirt bottle and let your child spray a shirt for a different/unique look!

Kool-Aid Playdough:

What you will need:

1 c flour, sifted
1/2 c salt
3 T cooking oil
1 pkg Koolaid (unsweet)
1 c boiling water

How to make it:

Mix together flour, salt, oil, and Kool-aid.
Add the cup of boiling water.
Mix well.
Knead the mixture until it forms a soft dough.
Have fun!

Tips: Expect colored hands (you might want to use some gloves). Non-toxic - could be eaten, but won't taste very good. Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator. I'm also told that Grape flavor will stain badly. Use at your own risk.

Dying your hair with Kool-Aid:

What you will need:

2 Kool-Aid packets
Conditioner
Water (from the tap)
Vaseline
Plastic Wrap
Towel
Highlighting wand and tinfoil (if you are only highlighting)

How to do it:

Mix two packs of unsweetened Kool-Aid with about twice as much conditioner as you use normally in order to make a pasty mix.
Dampen your hair.
Smear Vaseline on your skin near your hairline so you won't get a colored forehead or ears too!
Also, to avoid getting the dye on your pillow, wrap your head in plastic wrap, or an old shower cap, then cover your head with an old ragged towel.
Then apply mixture to your head. If you're doing tips or highlights, use a highlighting wand and wrap the dyed sections in tinfoil.
Leave the dye in for 9-10 hours if you have dark hair, or 4-5 hours if you have blonde hair.
Rinse out when you are done.

Tips: Some people get better/brighter results by bleaching their hair first, but I don't recommend it. The hair dye is temporary and the more often you bleach your hair to redye, the more likely it is to fall out (even in patches). I also don't recommend this for your children unless it's halloween or a long school holiday break when it might be ok to go to school with colored hair for a few weeks.

I also found this article on how to make Kool-Aid pickles!!

There was also this article on dying your yarn with Kool-Aid!

If you know of any other uses, please leave a comment!!!

resturant.com

2008-08-09T01:48:00.004-05:00

There was a one day special going at Resturant.com and I totally missed it because I was out of the house most of the day. However, they have extended this sale and I think you should take advantage of it!!!

For the first time ever, Take 80% off 25 Gift Certificates.

Pay $2 when you use the code FIRST

Now valid through 8-10-08

shopping day

2008-08-08T23:22:00.010-05:00

We are on a very tight budget for this week. I was amazed at what all we got for so little! Total spending out of pocket today: $48.70!!! (note: I skipped Walgreens because there wasn't anything on sale that I really needed this week. I knew if I even walked in the door, I'd come out with things I didn't really need so I just skipped it)

First trip was to Wal-Mart. I didn't get much. Mostly I just wanted to pick up a couple of copies of the August All-You magazine. I spent just over $6 by also picking up Budweiser barbeque sauce (with newspaper insert coupon for $1.00 off - making it like 97 cents if I remember right) and Patio burritos for hubby's lunches at work this week.

Second trip was to HEB. I wish I still had my receipt (I think I left it out in the van and it's too late to walk out and dig for it tonight). I'd love for you to see how much stuff I got for very very little. My grand total was over $70 and with coupons I got it down to $42.08!!! Although I really considered living like toddlers and eating only pb&j and mac n cheese all week, I'm glad I didn't. I got some steak, pork chops, and other meat as well as lot of other fridge and pantry items. Our shelves are stocked again and we should be able to make it through the week no problem! It's amazing - this coupon thing.

Third trip was to CVS because I knew diapers were cheaper there as well as a few other deals. The girl behind the counter wasn't anyone I had seen before and seemed like one of those who just wanted to be there for the paycheck and not because they wanted to do their job. I think she was a little annoyed by my couponing and multiple transactions. lol In fact, during the second transaction, she forgot to ring up the coupons before I had paid. She really didn't want to return all of the items even though I was saving a lot more than what I was forced to pay out of pocket. I didn't realize she hadn't put in the coupons when I paid. I was just kind of stunned when I actually had to pay so much out of pocket. The manager on duty (who was not the manager I'm used to dealing with either) just told her to ring up the coupons as an out of sale coupon because she didn't want to take the time to return all of the items either. So I basically got cash for the value of all of my coupons. I went in with just over $25 ECBs today and ended up going through all of them I think. lol Here's how it all played out:

1st transaction:

(not pictured Gold Emblem juice)

Gold Emblem Apple Juice $1.50
CoverGirl x's 6 @ $5.49 each
(I see two of them at $5.99 and I'm wondering if one of them didn't ring up BOGO?)
Energy Drink $4.99

__________________

total: $40.43 plus tax
used coupons for the CoverGirl
used $2/$10 CVS coupon
used $14.99 in ECBs

__________________

grand total out of pocket: $1.48
got $4.99 back in ECBs and 3 store coupons.
(saved $40.04)

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2nd transaction:

2 - Excedrin Migraine 24ct x 2 2/$5.00
2 - Oral-B Advantage toothbrush 2/$5.00
Colate Total Advanced Whitening $2.99

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total: $12.49 plus tax
used $5.79 in ECBs
paid $7.18 out of pocket because of not ringing up coupons
still saved $13.87
(then later I got back $9.50 cash for my coupons)
used $2 off coupons on Excedrin Migraine
used $1.00 off coupons for Oral-B toothbrush
used $1.50 off coupon for Colgate
used $2/$10 CVS coupon
(I forget how many ECBs I got back - oops!)

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3rd transaction:

(not pictured Gold Emblem juice)

2 - Chex Mix 2/$3.00
Golden Emblem Apple Juice $1.50
Pampers Swaddlers Jumbo pack $8.88
4 - Pert Plus 2-1 $3.69 each (was BOGO)
2 - Pilot 5pk pens $4.99 each (was BOGO)
2 - Post Shredded Wheat cereal $4.59 each (was BOGO)

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total: $30.34 plus tax
used $1.00 off coupon for each Chex Mix
used $1.50 Pampers coupon
used $2.00 off one Pert Plus 2-1 for each purchased Pert Plus
also used $1.00 off Pert Plus for each free Pert Plus
used $1.00/2 Post cereal coupon.
used $2/$10 CVS coupon
used $18.99 in ECB

___________________

grand total out of pocket: $1.46
(saved $52.13)

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total out of pocket today: $10.12
got back in cash: $9.50 for coupons later keyed in after sale
difference of 62 cents out of pocket!!!!

Total savings at CVS today: $106.04!!!!!!!!!!
(of course I blew through $25 in ECBs, but that's still excellent savings vs. out of pocket expense!)

Oh, and I should be getting back $5 for school supplies for buying those Pert Plus 2-1 shampoo/conditioner. I have a rebate form that was in this past Sunday's newspaper. Have I convinced you to get copies of the Sunday paper inserts yet?

a lesson learned about debt

2008-08-07T21:12:00.005-05:00

I have often been called a "queen" for knowing "secrets" of spending less on groceries or finding freebies or making transactions at CVS that cost me nothing. I want to set the record straight and let you know we're as real as you are. Someone taught me what I am teaching you. Truth is that we've been in bad financial shape for a long time and we still are. Getting out of debt takes a lot of discipline. First, you have to want to change your life. I don't mean just talking about wanting to or doing this one thing or that one thing temporarily. You have to really really want to enough to make a plan and stick with it. For us, it was trial and error. We did good about getting rid of some unnecessary things in our life. We counted up how much we made and listed everything we spend that money on. Separately we added up the non-necessity bills. I remember rental furniture was one of them. At the time, we had a lot of non-necessity bills that we still counted as necessity because of our worldly addictions. For what we spent on rental furniture every month, we could have something new. We ended up turning it all back in. We went one month without living room furniture and the next month bought a futon for $90. That was the most uncomfortable thing ever! It was definitely not something I wanted to keep around for too long, but was decent enough to not go back out and get the old rental furniture back. lol I often thought of it as our "lesson learned" couch. Since we never had much to put back every month for new furniture, we waited till our tax return came back and went to pay cash for some floor model furniture at the furniture store. We got a really good deal on that for paying cash and for taking something used by the store. Although now stained by the kids, it's really comfy and makes the living room look like a relaxing place to be. (the stains just match the crayola drawings on our white walls lol)

Despite doing that, we were still making financial mistakes along the way. When we'd get rid of a certain bill, we'd end up spending that extra money every month on new bills. We thought we were really ready to end the cycle of debt but our hearts weren't. We were still too greedy. It's totally ok to admit that if you're just not ready. One day you will be. But I'm learning now just how awesome it is on the other side when you do really make good changes in your life.

Like I said earlier, we're still in bad shape. We're still not quite at a place where we're making it. We have really bad luck. As soon as we get to the place of bills being paid on time and we're just about to cross the line of keeping money in the bank and being able to start saving for our emergency fund, we have an emergency. Flat tires, hospital bills, hurricanes, last minute plane flights or gasoline, the list goes on and on. Something always sets us back.

I realized that we're still overspending by not making room to save for these emergencies. And it isn't just about clipping coupons and reducing your grocery spending that is going to make it work. I remember going at least 18 years without owning a cell phone, needing cable/satellite (I spent several years not even watching tv at all), etc. I didn't even use the internet till I was in my teens. What kind of life am I giving my children by becoming addicted to these things now? Obviously I found better things to do with my time and made more friends to hang out with. Think of how much time you spend inside your home because of these things. Could you really live without these things again? Would your family benefit if you spent more time together and being more creative at finding ways to occupy your time?

The answer for us is yes. We can live without these things. It's the only way we'll reach the other side of our mountain of debt. If we stop having bills (aside from rent and utility) to pay, our debt has no where else to go but to decrease. Sometimes you really have to reexamine your spending and come to terms with what you may have to life without to live better and debt free. Sure it's not what the majority of the world is doing, but one day you'll have more money than those who are currently spending everything they have. As Dave Ramsey says, "Live today like no one else so that tomorrow you can live like no one else."

Miracle Treat Day - AUGUST 7th!!

2008-08-07T09:51:00.000-05:00

(just bumping this to the top so you don't forget!)

When you enjoy Oreo cookie crumbles in creamy DQ® soft serve on August 7th, you're helping kids in need. Visit a participating DQ to buy a Blizzard treat on DQ Miracle Treat Day and all proceeds* (sale price minus cost of ingredients) will benefit your local Children's Miracle Network hospital. Now that's sweet! To learn more, find a participating DQ store, and to plan your trip for Thursday, August 7th!

coupons and freebies (posted august 7th)

2008-08-07T09:16:00.002-05:00

Just a few for today.... enjoy!

Request your free GeoTrax DVD here.
(click United States from the drop down box in the upper right corner)

Free copy of Top-Secret Office Survival Guide here

Request your free ring sizers set here

Free sample of Head and Shoulders here

Get free samples of Sundance teas here

Free sample of Always Infinity here

Save 15% on one item at Barnes and Noble coupon
(expires Aug 11th)

Free 2 oz. Bath & Body Works® Signature Collection Body Lotion with any purchase (a $3.50 value) coupon
(expires Aug 13th)

Buy any 2 bargain books get 1 free at Family Christian Stores coupon
(expires Aug 31st)
Take $10 off purchase of $30 or more at Family Christian Stores coupon
(expires Aug 31st)

Take 20% off single item at Gordmans coupon
(expires Aug 13th)

Take $5 off purchase of $20 or more at Half Priced Books coupon
(expires Aug 31st)

$20 off for new members at Jazzercise coupon
(expires Sept 30th)

Take 20% off any item at Linens N Things coupon
(expires Dec 31st)

Celebrate Mama

2008-08-07T09:08:00.004-05:00

2008 Celebrate Mama! Corpus Christi
Saturday, August 9th 2008
10am-3pm First United Methodist Church 900 S. Shoreline

Join us for the fun! Come check out exclusive mama owned businesses who cater to moms of all ages and stages! You could even win a Bob Jogging Stroller!

All proceeds from the event will go to Camp Hearty, a fun activity camp for local children who have congenital heart disease. Please contact Cathy @ 694-4511 for more info.

Click here to find a Celebrate Mama! event near you.

Borders Coupon

2008-08-07T08:52:00.001-05:00

Take 25% off any item
Use Borders.com Promotion Code: SL4972

expires August 10th, 2008

H.E.B. weekly ad 08/06-08/12

2008-08-06T20:56:00.004-05:00

I almost forgot the ads changed yesterday. lol You can see the entire weekly ad here
also see a weekly ad for deals on school supplies here

DEALS:
Buy (1) $15 iTunes Gift Card
get $5 off your 2nd $15 iTunes Gift Card with in-store coupon

Boneless Beef Sirloin Tip Steaks
$2.99 lb.

Fresh! Pork Spareribs
$1.99 lb.

Fresh! Sanderson Farms Whole Chicken
79¢ lb.

H-E-B Soft Drinks
5 for $10

Big Red, Diet Big Red or 7*Up
12 pk., 12 oz. cans assorted varieties
Big Red, Diet Big Red or 7*Up 6 pk., .5 L btls., assorted varieties,
4 for $10

Sweet! Large Peaches
88¢ lb.

Sweet! White Seedless Grapes
99¢ lb.

Beef Chuck Roast
$1.99 lb.

Boneless Catfish Fillets
$3.99 lb.

Centrum Multivitamin
$8.29 ea.
save $1.00 with this printable coupon

Fresh! Carrots
2 for $1

Fresh! Green Bell Peppers
58¢ ea.

Fresh! Ground Round
$2.99 lb.

Fresh! Poblano Peppers
$1.29 lb.

Fresh! Yellow Onions
2 lbs. for $1

H-E-B Bake Shop Hamburger or Hot Dog Buns
99¢ ea.

H-E-B Fresh Seasoned Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts for Fajitas
$2.99 lb.

Hill Country Fare American Singles
$1.99 ea.

Hill Country Fare BBQ Seasoned Pork Riblets
$1.99 lb.

Hill Country Fare Mixed Vegetables
66¢ ea.

Juicy! Key Limes
$1.49 ea.

Juicy! Large Red or Black Plums
$1.29 lb.

Natural Sweet Cocktail Tomatoes
$2.49 ea.

Roegelein Bologna
99¢ ea.

Sweet! Large Mangos
79¢ ea.

COUPONS:
Disney Multivitamins or Spider-Man Gummy Multivitamins
$1.50 off

Oral-B Indicator Toothbrush
$1 off
use $1.00 off TWO Oral-B indicator toothbrush coupon from newspaper insert

Zyrtec
$2 off
use this printable coupon for an additional $2.00 off

all Owen Mumford Unifine Pentips Insulin Pen Needles
$5 off

any L'Oréal Excellence Haircoloring Kit
$3 off

any New! Trident Xtra Care Single Serve Gum
39¢ off

any Revlon Cosmetic Product
$2 off

any Right Guard Sport, Xtreme, RGX Bodyspray, Soft & Dri or Dry Idea
$1 off

COMBO LOCO:
Free Guerrero Fresqui-Ricas Tortillas 10 ct. and Big Red 2 L btl. regular, diet or vanilla float
with in-store coupons when you buy Chorizo Kiolbassa Sausage Links 12 or 32 oz. That's up to $3.07 free!
use this printable $1.00 off coupon for Guerrero Tortillas for extra savings!

Free 4.8 oz. Kellogg's Yogos Bits or Rollers 4.8 oz. assorted varieties
when you buy any Backpack.

Free Wrigley's Big Red, Winterfresh, Doublemint, Juicy Fruit or Spearmint Gum 10 pk. assorted varieties
when you Buy any Backpack.

Free Clorox Bleach 96 oz. assorted varieties
when you Buy Angel Soft Bath Tissue 9 mega rolls
save $1.89 ea. with in-store coupon

Free H-E-B Tortilla Chips 10 oz. white corn or round
when you buy Planters Peanuts 16 oz. assorted varieties
That's up to $1.14 free!

Free Kool-Aid Bursts
6 pk., 6.75 oz. btls. assorted varieties
when you buy Kraft Handi-Snacks Pudding 4 pk., 3 - 3.5 oz. cups assorted varieties
That's up to 99¢ free!

Free Kool-Aid Jammers 10 pk., 6.75 oz. pouches assorted varieties
when you buy Nabisco 100 Calorie Packs Chewy Granola or Honey Maid Delight Bars 5.88 - 8.4 oz. assorted varieties
That's up to $2.54 free!

Free Market Fresh Bratwurst Links (maximum value $3.50)
when you buy H-E-B Seasoned Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs with Texas Style BBQ Rub regular pack
That's up to $3.50 free!

Free Ozarka Aquapod Natural Spring Water 8 pk.
when you Buy Fox DVD "Nim's Island".
use this printable coupon for $1.00 off TWO aquapod 8pks.

Free (1) Louisiana Crawfish, Shrimp & Crab Boil 3 oz.
when you BUY two (2) pounds H-E-B New Harvest Wild Gulf Brown Shrimp previously frozen

Free H-E-B Chef Prepared Chicken Leg Quarters 2 pk., original, mesquite barbeque or lemon pepper (Hill Country Fare Deli Style Salad, 15 - 16 oz., assorted varieties, available in non-deli stores.) and H-E-B Bake Shop Hamburger Buns 8 ct., assorted varieties
when you buy H-E-B Fully Cooked® Shredded BBQ Beef Brisket 16 oz.

Free Delallo Olives 7 oz., choose from: black Greek, jumbo calamata, olive medley or pitted calamata From the Deli
when you buy H-E-B Feta Crumbles 8 oz. assorted varieties

MEAL DEAL:
get 6 items free! 1. H-E-B Premium Meat Hot Dogs, 16 oz. 2. Mt. Olive Hamburger Dill Chips, 16 oz. 3. H-E-B Bake Shop Hamburger Buns 8 ct., plain or seeded 4. H-E-B Soft Drinks 2 L btl., assorted varieties 5. Clemente Jacques Whole Jalapeño Peppers, 7.76 oz. 6. Wholly Guacamole 100 Calorie Snack Packs 3 ct., 2 oz. pkgs.
with in-store coupons when you buy Fresh! Ground Chuck Patties value pack and H-E-B Natural Cheese Slices 8 oz., assorted varieties Save more than in $8.30 FREE items!

coupons and freebies (posted august 6th)

2008-08-06T16:24:00.002-05:00

I'm just going with some freebies today since it's the middle of the week and we probably won't be shopping till the weekend. Enjoy.

TODAY ONLY: free 1 hour photo developing at Walgreens - 1 roll only. Get coupon from in store Walgreens weekly ad.

Free sample of Alterna hair care product - The Science of Skincare for Hair - here

Allure is giving away 200 samples of Revlon Beyond Natural™ Cream to Powder Eye Shadow, enter here for your chance to win!

Get a free sample of protein from EAS here

Sign up for a free sample of Biore Daily Recharging from Walmart here

Free bookmark from The New Yorker here

Sign up for an Organic Gardening newsletter here and get a free book, "Companion Planting Made Easy (a booklet that names allies and enemies for the most popular vegetables and flowers)".

Right @ Home (formerly Clean Home Journal) is offering a Welcome Home Gift Pack to the first 10,000 people to sign up here.

HealthyWomen.org is offering a free gift to stay fit when you sign up for their newsletter here

Free One Touch meter here

Put in your zip code on this page to find the cheapest gasoline in your area

Get a CVS $2 off $10 purchase coupon here
scroll to page 30 and print (just print page 30).
good through 09/28 - so you have many chances to reprint and use a bunch!

Reserve the "hottest toy of the year" Elmo Live here
Plus sign up for your chance to win your child a walk on (non-speaking) role on Sesame Street.

dumpster diving

2008-08-06T13:41:00.006-05:00

Ever since I've been getting into using coupons, I find myself often checking the trash near our mailboxes room (usually I'll just peek in instead of sticking my hands all the way through the trash - not safe!). I know that sounds yucky and germy, but that's where my really cheap bottles of hand sanitizer comes into play. ;) I keep hoping someone will throw some valuable coupons away. Mostly I look on Mondays in hopes someone threw away their Sunday paper, but I suppose most people would throw it away in their own trash can. Most of the coupons that are thrown out are for the same things I've thrown away (like Dell computers, etc). Although I really could use a new computer and will probably be forced to buy one in the next year or so, we just don't have the funds saved up right now for one so I'll pass. Today however, I found someone had thrown away valuable Huggies coupons. I have a TON of Huggies diaper coupons that I probably won't use because Huggies don't work for my girls. However, there were other coupons for wipes and soaps, etc. We DO use those. Horray!

I also got my Oatmeal Crisp cereal sample from Walmart (that was quick!) and my confirmation for All You magazine subscription (not a freebie, even though they offered two free issues on their website). If you haven't checked it out before, Walmart sells "All You" magazine. It is LOADED with coupons and even coupons for free stuff! Once again, another source that more than pays for itself. It's only $1.97 and found exclusively at Walmart (or you can order your subscription online). Yesterday I received my free Omaha Steaks cookbook, coupon for free Uncle Ben's Cajun Style rice, and a freebie offer from Billy Graham Ministries (for getting my free Greg Laurie book a few weeks ago). The freebie is for "Hope For Each Day" devotional book by Billy Graham. Donation is acceptable (and tax deductable) but not necessary. I used to have a copy of this book and I LOVED IT. I ended up giving it to a friend in need and I'm excited for the chance to get another copy for free!

finally! something that benefits my husband!

2008-08-06T12:42:00.004-05:00

My husband is a gamer. His favorite game of choice is World of Warcraft. We got this email this morning and thought I'd pass the news along to you who might be gamers or have gamer spouses.

Our new Recruit-A-Friend program has added features that reward you even more for bringing your friends into Azeroth™. Recruit-A-Friend and earn:

An exclusive ZHEVRA in-game mount* when your friend pays for 60 days of subscription time.
30 Days of FREE** WoW gametime when your friend pays for 30 days of subscription time.

Also, from the moment your friend creates a character and starts adventuring with you (including the trial period), both of you will receive these additional in-game benefits:

You and your friend will earn triple the experience when grouped together.
For every two levels of experience your friend earns, they can grant one level of experience to any one of your characters of lower level.
You and your friend will have the ability to summon each other from any point in the world.

For more details on the new Recruit-A-Friend program please click here.

To recruit your friends now click here.

do you plan to go to Walgreens this week?

2008-08-06T00:48:00.007-05:00

Although I don't have a lot of time to post tonight, I wanted to get up a few deals to you for Walgreens this week.

REGISTER REWARDS:
4/$10 Kellogg's Cereal - see newspaper kellogg's insert for coupons
get $5.00 in Register Rewards
4/$10 Kellogg's Snacks (nutrigrain bars, special k bars, sandies pecan shortbread or keebler club crackers) - see newspaper kellogg's insert for coupons
get $5.00 in Register Rewards
5/$10 Kellogg's Cookies or Snacks (pop-tarts, cheez-it crackers, rice krispies treats, keebler fudge shoppe fudge stripe cookies) - see newspaper kellogg's insert for coupons
get $5.00 in Register Rewards
(buy $10 worth of select Kellogg's items and receive $5.00 in RR - I assume you can mix and match)

2/$5 Dove Chocolate
(the only coupon I could find was for a larger bag than what is on sale)
get $1 in Register Rewards

Buy $30 or more in select Clean and Clear products, get $10 in Register Rewards
use $1.00 off coupon in newspaper insert
use $5.00 off printable coupon for Clean and Clear Advantage Acne Control Kit
use $3.00 off coupon in newspaper insert for Blackhead Eraser or Advantage Acne Control Kit
use $5.00 off printable coupon for Clean and Clear Blackhead Eraser

$17.99 Olay Regenerist or Total Effects Facial Moisturizers -
use newspaper coupon for $1.00 off one Olay.
get $3.00 in Register Rewards
((new price: $14.99))

$5.99 Flintstones 50 or 60 ct vitamins -

use printable coupon for $1.00 off
or use $1.00 off coupon from the Walgreens kid's coloring book (these are 99 cents and are found either near the pharmacy or in the kid's book section near toys)
get $1.00 in Register Rewards
((new price: $4.99))

BUY 4, get $4 - BUY 8 or more, get $10 in Register Rewards:

softsoap refill $5.99 (no coupon)
Irish Spring 3pk $1.99 -
use .30 off in newspaper insert
((new price Irish Spring 3pk: $1.69))
Softsoap or Irish Spring body wash $3.99 -
use $1.00 off Softsoap Body Wash in newspaper insert.
or use Softsoap body wash printable here for $1.00 off.
use .50 off Irish Spring Body Wash in newspaper insert.
((new price softsoap: $2.99))
((new price Irish Spring: $2.49))
Colgate Toothpaste (Total or Total Advanced) $2.99
use $1.00 off Colgate Total Advanced in newspaper insert
((new price:$1.99))
or use $1.50 off printable coupon for Colgate Total Advanced
((new price:$1.49))
Mennen Speed Stick (excludes 24/7) $1.99 -
use .75 off on two Speed Stick or Lady Speed Stick in newspaper insert (must buy 2)
((new price Mennen: $3.23 for 2 - that's like paying $1.61 each))
Colgate toothbrush (360 sonic power, kids' battery operated) $4.99
use $1.00 off one Colgate 360 Sonic Power toothbrush in newspaper insert
((new price: $3.99))

OTHER DEALS:
add this printable coupon to the $4.00 weekly ad coupon for a total savings of $5.00 on Tylenol 150ct.
or add this printable coupon to the $4.00 weekly ad coupon for a total savings of $5.00 on Motrin IB 165ct.

add the newspaper coupon for .50 off to the 99 cent coupon in the weekly ad to get Dawn liquid soap for 49 cents!!

huggies jumbo pack is $9.49.
there is a $1.00 off coupon in the Walgreen's coloring book (found near the kids books or pharmacy - cost .99 and has a sheet of coupons inside)
there have also been $1.00 off coupons in a spit out machine located near the diapers. (these coupon machines are also at CVS and can be used at any store)
((final price:$8.49))

Folgers coffee $2.99
use .25 off coupon from newspaper insert
((final price: $2.74))
Folgers coffee decaf $3.99
use .50 off coupon from newspaper insert
((final price: $3.49))

Boost Nutritional Drink BOGO 50% off
use $2.00 off coupon from newspaper insert
also there's $1.00 off coupon in a spit out machine at CVS (not sure if it's at WG yet) good to use at any store.

Crest Whitestrips $18.99
use newspaper insert coupon for $3 off
((final price: $15.99))

Buy Gillette Fusion or Venus 4 or 8pk Cartridges
get FREE Fusion Hydra or Satin Care Shave Gel
use newspaper insert coupon $2.00 off Venus Embrace 4 or 8ct cartridge
plus....
use newspaper insert coupon for .55 off any one SatinCare shave gel
OR use newspaper insert coupon for $1.00 off any one Fusion Hydra gel

Cleaning products on sale:
use printable coupons for scrubbing bubbles products
use newspaper coupon for windex
use newspaper coupon for Oust

Glad 4oz candle $1.99
use $1.00 newspaper insert coupon
mail-in rebate $1.00
((.01 profit))

resturant.com

2008-08-05T13:45:00.002-05:00

August 5th thru 7th, 50% off $25 Gift Certificates at Resturant.com!
Pay $5 when you use the code GAMES.

I still don't know why anyone wouldn't take advantage of this. Even if you are planning to go out to eat soon, order a certificate for yourself and you'll eat cheaper than the value of the meal!

coupons and freebies (posted august 8th)

2008-08-05T12:35:00.003-05:00

Don't forget to pick up your coupon for FREE 1 hour photo developing in the Walgreens weekly ad (you can find this in the store). WEDNESDAY ONLY!!!!!!!!!

Lots of cool kid educational printables (for the family, too) here

Free sample of Fizzy Wizzies here
(color tabs that disolve to turn your bath water colors)

Free magic trick and magic book here when you join Mister Jeff's magic club.

FREE Meeting Solutions Sample Pack here
includes:
Post-it® Super Sticky Meeting Notes
"Manage Meetings" Brochure
3M Digital Easel Flyer
Post-it® Wall Pad Samples
"Lunch on Us" Special Offer Flyer

Earthrise Spirulina IL-4®, FREE Sachet Offer.
Includes $3 coupon for your next purchase of Spirulina IL-4®

Free book: Bible Basics, a study manual here

Download the technical brief - get a free Toad bumper sticker (US/Canada Only) from Quest Software.
Our new technical brief, "Quest Database Management: At the Center of the Oracle Universe," illustrates how Quest’s products work with all stages of Oracle management. You will learn how Quest can help you plan, develop, validate, discover, diagnose, resolve and administer for the Oracle database.

Free sample of Econo-Clean here

Free Christmas ornament from Holidays at Home here

Free bottle opener here

Free What To Expect Guide to a Healthy Home here
(from the writers of What To Expect When You're Expecting)

Free bag of dog or cat food from Iams (print a coupon for a free bag) here
(this would make an awesome donation to your local animal shelter if you have no pets of your own)

Free sample of Intensive Wrinkle Reducer® with Durian Cell Reform™ from Murad here

Free Nuk Bottle from Gerber (it's actually a rebate) here

20% off any purchase of $50 or more at OshKoshB'Gosh coupon
(expires 08/06/08)
also get your $10 play card with each $25 purchase between July 31-Sept 1st.

40% off JoAnn's coupon (expires 08/09/08)

$5 off purchase of $25 or more Kirklands coupon (expires 08/06/08)

The Limited: $100 off a suit. 40% off any top. $10 Seamless Cami. 40% off any handbag. $20 off any dress. coupons (expires 08/17/08)

going shopping at CVS?

2008-08-04T21:51:00.003-05:00

follow some of these deals!

Dawn dish liquid 88 cents
find 50 cent coupons in the P&G Saver = you pay 38 cents!
also, there are more Dawn coupons here if you need help stocking up with coupons!

CoverGirl TruBlend, Aqua Smoothers, and Clean makeup BOBO free
Use BOGO coupon in the P&G Saver = get 2 free!
You should also be able to use the second CoverGirl coupon for $1 off any CG product!

Tide $4.97
find $1.00 off coupon in the P&G Saver = you pay $3.97

Scott toilet paper 12pk $6.49
find $1.00 off 2 4pk or larger printable here = $11.98 for 24 rolls
note: you'd have to buy 2 packages to get this discount

Bounty 8pk paper towels $5.49
find insert coupon to save 50 cents on 2 or more rolls = you pay $4.99 for 8 rolls

BOGO free Post Cereal
find insert coupon to save $1.00 on 2 = you pay $1.00 off the first box, 2nd box free!
(note: Just Bunches cereal does not appear to be part of this sale, so those coupons won't work)
(without card:$4.29 - $4.89 = 1 box would be aprox $1.64 - $1.94 each)

Kellogg's Pop Tarts $1.79
Rice Krispy Treats $1.79
find Kellogg's insert coupon for $1.00 off 2 poptarts and get 2/$2.58
find Kellogg's insert coupon for $1.00 off 2 Krispy Treats and get 2/$2.58

Chex Mix, Gardetto's, Gold Emblem 2/$3
Get $1.00 off coupon here for Chex Mix (print twice if you can) = you pay 2/$1 (.50 a bag!)

Foldgers 2pk Classic Roast coffee $6.99
find a P&G Saver coupon for 25 cents off any foldgers = you pay $6.74 (plus get $3 ECB back!)
(probably not the best time to use this coupon unless this is the only coffee purchase you plan to make for a while)

Cheez-It and Pringles STIX $2.99
find newspaper insert coupon for .30 off one Pringles STIX = you pay $2.69

Olay $6.99-$7.99 products (others on sale, too)
find P&G Saver Olay $1.00 off any one Facial Moisturizer or Facial Cleanser OR
$3.00 off any two Facial Moisturizer or Facial Cleanser = you pay $5.99-$6.99 for one OR $10.98-$12.98 for two.

Olay Body Wash with Ribbons $5.99
use printable found here for $1.00 off = you pay $4.99
Olay Definity Facial care $5 off coupon here (I think these are $24.99)
Olay Quench lotion $5.99
use P&G coupon for $1.00 off = you pay $4.99

Buy $15 Clean and Clear get $5 ECB
use printable coupon here or here or here
also find newspaper insert coupon $1.00 off any clean and clear product
and newspaper insert coupon $3.00 off 1 C&C Advantage Acne Control Kit or on 1 C&C Blackhead Eraser
plus save $1 on all C&C products when you use your Extra Care Card

Buy L'Oreal Age Perfect, Revitalift, Wrinkle De-Crease Eye, Day, Night Cream
get a FREE L'Oreal Age Perfect or Revitalift Cleanser or Towelettes
use a coupon found here once you register wtih L'Oreal

Gillette, Zest, Old Spice High Endurance body wash $3.99
use Zest P&G Saver coupon .35 off body wash or bar bundle = you pay $3.64
(or use this coupon on the 3pk bars @$1.99 = you pay $1.64
use Gillette P&G Saver coupon $1.00 off body wash = you pay $2.99
use Old Spice P&G Saver coupon $1.00 off any two old spice products = you pay $6.98 for 2

Head and Shoulders or Pantene Pro-V Expressions or Restoratives $4.99
use P&G coupon for $1.00 of 2 Pantene = you pay $8.98
(you must buy 2)

Gillette Venus Embrace, Vibrance, Breeze, manual or power Fusion $9.99 (plus $3.00 ECB)
use P&G Saver $4.00 coupon for one Fusion razor = you pay $5.99 and get $3ECB
or use P&G Saver $2.00 coupon for one Gillette Venus Razor you pay $7.99 and get $3ECB
(limit 1)

Gillette Shampoo/Conditioner 2/$9 (plus $2.00 ECB)
use P&G Saver $1.00 off coupon = you pay 2/$8 and get $2 ECB
or use two coupons = you pay 2/$7 and get $2ECB

BOGO free Pert Plus 2-1 shampoo/conditioner or Sure Solid Deodorant
use newspaper insert coupon $2.00 on one Pert Plus shampoo/conditioner
combine with printable coupon $1.00 off here (you can print twice if you click back on the browser and refresh screen)
use newspaper insert coupon $1.00 off any one Sure Antiperspirant & Deodorant
combine with printable coupon $1.00 off here (you can print twice)

Mennen deodorant (excludes men's 24/7 ) $1.99
use newspaper insert coupon .75 off any 2 speed stick or lady speed stick or teen spirit = you pay $3.23
use newspaper insert coupon $1.00 off lady speed stick 24/7 = you pay $.99

Colgate MaxFresh Burst or Total Advanced toothpaste $2.99 (plus $2.00 ECB)
use newspaper insert coupon $1.00 off one Colgate Total Advanced Clean toothpaste = you pay $1.99 and get $2.00 ECB
use this printable for $1.50 off Colgate Total Advanced Clean toothpaste = you pay $1.49 and get $2.00 ECB
(limit 2)

Orajel toddler toothpaste, pre-brush gel, or plaque revealing rinse for kids BOGO free
use this $1.50 rebate for cash back
also get future Orajel coupons by mail for signing up here

Durex condoms 12pk $12.99 get $3 ECB
use newspaper insert coupon $2.00 off any durex item = $10.99 plus $3 ECB

Aleve $2.99 20ct.
use printable coupon here for $1.00 off = $1.99

Excedrin 2/$5
use printable coupon here for $2.00 off Excedrin Migraine = you pay 2/$3
if you print it twice = you pay 2/$1

Pantene Pro-V 3/$10 plus $2 ECB
use P&G Saver coupon $1.00 off 2 = 3/$9 (plus $2 ECB)

Extreme Energy $4.99 plus $4.99 ECB = FREE after ECB

Crest Pro-Health, w/Scope, Whitening Expressions toothpaste or Ora-B Advantage toothbrush $2.49 (plus $1.50 ECB)
use P&G Saver coupon .75 off Crest Extra Whitening, Extra White, Whitening plus Scope, Whitening plus Scope Extreme, Whitening Expressions, Nature's Expressions, etc = you pay $1.74 plus $1.50 ECB
use P&G Saver coupon $1.00 off Oral-B Pulsar, Cross-Action, or Advantage toothbrush = you pay $1.49 plus $1.50 ECB

Pampers $8.88
use P&G Saver coupon (there have been two) $1.50 off = you pay $7.38

to those who live near a Jewel-Osco store

2008-08-04T01:35:00.008-05:00

One of my bestest friends just emailed me about a chance to make a difference when shopping at Jewel-Osco, nationwide!! We unfortunately don't have a Jewel-Osco anywhere down here, but I wanted to pass the word to all of you who may live near a Jewel-Osco store. Please help!

This is a forwarded email from one of my bestest friends' friend (did ya get that?):

As most of you know, my cousin Maddie was diagnosed with CML leukemia in December. As part of our fundraising effort to offset some of Maddie's care, we organized three Shop and Share events at any Jewel-Osco nationwide. This first Shop and Share effort is being held at the end of August. I have attached the Shop and Share forms to this email, all you need to do is print it off, present it to the cashier upon check out and 5% of your total bill goes right to Maddie!!! Please pass along this form to your friends and family, every little bit helps. Thank you for your continued support as we continue on our Mission for Maddie (http://www.missionformaddie.com/).

If this slip doesn't print (click the picture and it should come up in a new window so you can print it) and you would like the attachment, please send me an email and I'll send the attachment to you.

Thanks!!!

CONTEST ALERT! did you get the Sunday paper?

2008-08-03T23:34:00.006-05:00

Hopefully you found a special Kellogg's insert with LOTS of Kellogg's coupons (inside the RedPlum insert). There was also a mail-in rebate attached. If you send in 10 proofs of purchase from selected Kellogg's products, they will send you a $10 rebate check. (see insert for complete details on qualifications of rebate)

Any Kellogg's Cereal 12oz or larger
Any Keebler Product 8oz or larger
Any Sunshine Product 8oz or larger
Any Eggo Product 8ct or larger
Kellogg's Nutri-Grain Cereal Bar 6ct or larger
Kellogg's Special K Cereal Bar 6ct or larger
Kelogg's Pop-Tarts Toaster Pastries 8ct or larger
Kellogg's Rice Krispies Treats Squares 8ct or larger
Kellogg's Fruit Flavored Snacks 6ct or larger
Kellogg's Cereal Straws 5oz or larger
Kellogg's Grab N Go Cereal Pack 5oz or larger

Here's my first Discount Hero blog contest:
Participate in this mail-in rebate promotion and the one to come out with the cheapest transaction with 10 selected products above will win a free $10 CVS gift card! If you don't know by now, $10 at CVS will most defintiely get you a LOT of stuff (a gift that keeps on giving). The rebate is due 09/30/08. Therefore, this contest will end 09/27/08 and the winner will be announced 09/29/08! Comment below or email me with your transactions. Participants are more than welcome to buy more than 10 items and then just choose the 10 cheapest to create your rebate and send those to me (as long as it's in one transaction). If there is a tie for the cheapest transaction, those winners will all be listed and one will be chosen at random. Good Luck!!!!!!!!

ALSO NOTE: Walgreens has a Register Rewards promotion on Kellogg's products this week. Buy $10 in select Kellogg's products and receive $5 in RR. :)

EDITED NOTE ABOUT CONTEST RULES: There seems to be some miscommunication about the contest rules. Hope this clarifys things.

ALL PRODUCTS MUST BE PURCHASED IN A SINGLE TRANSACTION ON ONE STORE RECEIPT. To receive a $10 rebate check, complete and mail this official form with the required original UPC symbols along with original dated Cash Register Receipt dated between 08/05/08 and 09/30/08 with the qualifying products circled. (Photo copies not accepted) LIMIT ONE REBATE PER ADDRESS OR HOUSEHOLD (no PO BOX). Requests must be postmarked by 09/30/08 and receive by 10/11/08.

Void where prohibited, taxed, or restricted by law. Limit one request per name, address or household. No PO Boxes allowed, only street or rual route addresses are acceptable. Fradulent submissions could result in federal prosecution under the US Mail Fraud Statues. Not responsible for postage due, lost, late, misdirected, illegible or undelivered responses. Duplicate submissions will be disreguarded and will not receive a response. This form must accompany your request and may not be reproduced. Please allow up to 8 weeks to receive a reabte check. Offer good only in the USA. Offer not good in rebate clubs.

walgreens weekly ad (08/03-08/09)

2008-08-03T20:35:00.002-05:00

You can view the entire 20 page ad here.
SPECIAL: THERE'S A COUPON ON THE AD FOR FREE 1 HOUR FILM DEVELOPING WEDNESDAY ONLY!

SPECIAL: Trained beauty advisors will introduce you to the new Blackhead Eraser or help you learn more about Advantage Acne Control Kit from Clean and Clear. SaturDate with Beauty August 9th, 10a-5p.

DEALS:
Laundry Care $1.99
Sun 41-50 load
Cuddle Soft Fabric Softener 64 load dryer sheets 80ct

12 Pack Pepsi 3/$9.96 (limit 3)
2 liter Pepsi 4/$4 (limit 4)

BOGO free Mead Five Star Notebooks
1-5 subject 100-200 sheets
equal or lesser price

BOGO free Osteo Bi-Flex
equal or lesser price

Sesame Street DVD with FREE Cookie Monster Lunch Box $9.99
123 Count With Me
Learning to Share
Learning About Numbers
Learning About Letters

Kodak One-Time-Use FunSaver Cameras 2pk $7.99
(less than $4 per camera)

Buy Gillette Fusion or Venus Cartridges 4 or 8pk
get Gilette Fusion Hydra or Satin Care Shave Gel 7oz FREE

Crest Whitestrips $18.99
56pk

Tylenol Allery or Sinus $4.99
24 count

Huggies Jumbo Pack Diapers $9.49
Baby Wipes 2/$5

Folgers Classic Roast $2.99
limit 2
(flavored or decaf $3.99 limit 2)

Breakfast Favorites 2/$3
One Dozen Grade A Large Eggs
10pk Sausage Links
4pk Bays English Muffins
limit 2 each

Revlon ColorSilk Hair Color or Root Perfect 2/$5
limit 4

30 Big Roll Charmin $13.99
limit 2

6 Big Roll Bounty $6.49
limit 2

3pk Puffs Facial Tissue $2.49
108 sheets

COUPONS: (found on the weekly ad - available in store)
10 Pack No. 2 Yellow Pencils 9 cents
limit 4

10 Pack Paper Mate 1.2 Pens 9 cents
limit 2

2 Pocket Folder 9 cents
limit 5

6 Pack Paper Mate Highlighters 9 cents
limit 2

Angel Soft Bathroom Tissue 99 cents
limit 2

Ozarka Water 24pk $3.99
limit 3

12 Pack Limited Edition Mountain Dew FREE
when you buy 3 Pepsi 12pks
limit 1

Pure American® Water 3/$2
flavored 24oz
sparkling or spring 1 liter
limit 6

One Gallon Water 99 cents
Pure American
Hinckley & Schmitt Nursery
limit 3

Green Giant Vegetables 69 cents
limit 3

Campbells Soup 69 cents
limit 6

Quaker Instant Oatmeal 3/$7
10pk
limit 3

Nestle Nips 3/$2
4oz
limit 3

Buy 1 @ $1.19 Get 1 Free Gum
10pc Ice Breakers Ice Cubes
14pc Stride
limit 4

Blue Diamond Amonds $4.99
16oz
limit 3

W Premium Plates, Bowls or Cups $1.99
24pk bowls
24-48pk plates
60pk cups
limit 3

Clorox Liquid Bleach $1.29
60oz
limit 2

Niagara Spray Starch Buy 1 @ $1.79 get 1 Free
22oz
limit 4

Energizer Max Batteries $2.99
limit 3

Sony VHS T-120 Videocassette 99 cents
6 hour recording
limit 6

Heavy Duty Powercell Batteries 99 cents
limit 3

Single-Use 35mm Flash Camera $3.99
400 speed, 27exp
limit 3

Use $10 coupon in weekly ad to receive following deals:
(coupon takes 50 cents off each offer up to $10)
Posterboard or Erasers 59 cents
less coupon = 9 cents
Writing Instruments, Box, Binder, or Sharpener 99 cents
less coupon = 49 cents
Index Cards 69 cents
less coupon = 19 cents
Legal Pad 79 cents
less coupon = 29 cents
Filler Paper 89 cents
less coupon = 39 cents

Acco Paper Clips 19 cents
100pk
limit 2

12in Ruler 19 cents
limit 4

Mead 5 star Portfolio 99 cents
limit 3

Jumbo Glue Stick 2/$1
limit 4

Mini Highlighter Pen 19 cents
limit 5

Fashion Pencil 8/$1
limit 16

Carefree Pantiliners 99 cents
18-22pk
limit 3

Carmex Lip Care Buy 1 at $1.49 Get 1 Free
limit 4

Dawn or Joy Dish Liquid 99 cents
limit 2

Jif or Welch's 3/$5
limit 3

Domino Sugar $1.99
limit 2

Tylenol or Motrin $4 off
150ct Tylenol
165ct Motrin B
limit 3

REGISTER REWARDS: (like store cash to use on your next purchase)
Kellogg’s Cereal 4/$10
get $5 in RR

Buy $10 of Kellogg's Items
get $5 in RR
4/$10 = • 6 or 8 pack Nutri-Grain Bars• 6 pack Special K Bars • Sandies Pecan Shortbread or Keebler Club Crackers, 16 oz.
5/$10 = • 8 pack Pop-tarts • Cheez-It Crackers, 8.5 or 10 oz. • 8 pack Rice Krispies Treats • Keebler Fudge Shoppe Fudge Stripes Cookies, 11.5 oz
(see Kellogg's coupons in Sunday's newspaper insert - also send in 10 proofs of purchase to Kellogg's, get $10 rebate by mail)

Dove Chocolate 2/$5
4.5 to 6.21 oz.
get $1 in RR

Buy $30 or more of Clean and Clear products
get $10 in RR
(Clean and Clear skin care is Buy 1 Get 1 50% off)

Olay Regenerist or Total Effects Facial Moisturizers $17.99
get $3 in RR

Buy 4 get $4RR, Buy 8 or more get $10RR for the following:
Softsoap antibacterial refill $5.99
Irish Spring Bar Soap 3pk $1.99
Softsoap or Irish Spring body wash $3.99
Colgate Toothpaste $2.99
Mennen Speed Stick $1.99
Colgate toothbrush $4.99 (360 sonic power or kids' battery operated)

Multivitamins $5.99
50-60ct Flintstones or Scooby Doo
60ct Women's One-A-Day
get $1 in RR

EASY SAVER COUPONS: (found in the Easy Saver catalog near the weekly ads in store)
M&M’s Premiums 2/$7
less $2 on 2 coupon
2/$5 final cost

Glade Fabric and Air Odor Eliminator $2.99
22oz
less $1.50 coupon
$1.49 final cost

Nivea Lip Balm $2.99
less 50 cents coupon
$2.49 final cost

Chemistry Shampoo, Conditioner, or Treatment $7.99
less $3 coupon
$4.99 final cost

L'Oreal Couleur Experte or Dream Blonde Hair Color $13.99
less $2 coupon
$11.99 final cost

Rogaine $49.99
less $10 coupon
$39.99 final cost

Omeprazoie Acid Reducer $14.99
less $2 coupon
$12.99 final cost

Claritin Allergy Relief $19.99
less $5 coupon
$14.99 final cost

MAIL IN REBATES: (Save your receipt and fill out form in Easy Saver catalog)
Kitchen Appliances $9.99
mail in rebate $4

Household Cleaners 2/$5
Shout, Windex, Oust, Scrubbing Bubbles, Fantastik, Glade (for carpet)
mail in rebate $2

Ultra TuF trash bags 2/$10
20-34pk 30gal
20pk 39gal
30-60pk 13gal
mail in rebate $5

Box Fan 20in 3 speed $14.99
mail in rebate $5

Household Essentials
Pledge, Drano, Scrubbing Bubbles, Oust 2/$6
mail in rebate $2

Glade Plugins Scented Oil Refills 2pk $4.49
mail in rebate $1.50

Glade scented oil candle refills or 4oz candle $1.99
mail in rebate $1

Polaroid 7 Megapixel Digital Camera $119.99
mail in rebate $40

Nextar X3-03 GPS Navigation System $129.99
3.5in touch screen, spoken street names
mail in rebate $20

bioINFUSION Organics shampoo or conditioner $5.99
mail in rebate $5.99
(like getting it FREE)

Prilosec OTC 42ct $25.99
mail in rebate $3

FreeStyle Freedom Lite Blood Glucose Meter $9.99
mail in rebate $9.99

Select Omron Blood Pressure Monitor
mail in rebate $25

E.L.F. (eyes lips face)

2008-08-03T12:04:00.003-05:00

A friend of mine clued me in on this (thanks, Amy). E.L.F. is being bought out by Nordstroms and so they are cleaning out their inventory and selling everything for $1.00!!!!!!! This is totally an awesome time to stock up on makeup! I mean EVERYTHING is a dollar! Lips, blush, powder, brushes, etc. The only thing not a dollar are the kits and mineral makeup which is going for $8.00. Go get some NOW! :)

Also Amy included some deals at Bath & Body Works:

5/$15 aromatherapy soaps (save $15!)

$6 body wash and shower gels (save $7) ENDS TODAY

limited time: $3 shipping on orders $50 or more - no code needed!

start clowning around

2008-08-03T11:56:00.001-05:00

(reposted from first30days.net)

Did you know the first week of August is National Clown Week? Well, yeah! It is! Celebrate with a little clowning around. Not that you have to dress like Bozo and join the circus (although why not, if that's what you've secretly dreamt of doing?), but you can get out there and share some laughs. Tell a few jokes, play some mild pranks or wear some outrageously oversized shoes. Who doesn’t love to laugh?

If you’re not the joking type, get together with friends or family and reminisce about funny things from your past. Most stories that begin with “Remember when…” are hilarious, even if they weren’t at the time. If you can’t think of anything else, just start making fun of yourself. That always gets a good laugh.

Giggles are great medicine—a good chuckle can help strengthen your immune system, lower blood pressure and improve heart health. Try and laugh a little each day. You'll be pleasantly surprised at how it changes your outlook!

help wanted: good health comrades needed

2008-08-03T11:52:00.002-05:00

(reposted from mydailymoment.com)

A great way to make cooking more enjoyable is not to be in charge of doing it all the time. Try to split up cooking days with members of your family, or if you live alone, try it with friends. Splitting cooking responsibilities will not only encourage you to cook a great meal, but it will also help create a circle of healthy comrades. This is a great and easy way to bring variety to your menu. Make sure everyone involved is on the same page when it comes to healthy eating.

one last note before i sleep...

2008-08-03T00:26:00.003-05:00

Make sure you go and pick up a Sunday newspaper! Maybe even pick up a few copies if you can find them. Did you know if you picked up the Sunday paper last week and clipped the Pampers $1.50 off coupon, you could get them this week at CVS for $7.38? If you clipped the .25 cents off Palmolive dish liquid, you could get one this week at Family Dollar for .65?? Not to mention all the other deals and future deals that will come out of it. (those two deals alone just paid for your paper)

This week is going to be a big insert week. If my sources are correct, you'll get a RedPlum, SmartSource, and P&G Saver! I think having kids, the P&G Saver has become my favorite but I think it only comes out once a month. So definitely go get it! I'll tell you what to do with all of it soon.

August CVS extra care bucks

2008-08-02T22:16:00.003-05:00

Here's a list of the stuff you can get ECBs on all month!!!

Children's Advil
infant drops .5oz or liquid 4oz
$5.79 + $5.79 ECB
(like getting it free)
use this $1.00 printable and get $1.00 overage!
limit one

Buy Nutra Nail Product (excludes trial size)
get $3.00 ECB
use this printable for $1.00 off!
limit 5

Buy CVS/pharmacy eye make-up remover 6.4oz
get $1.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy Noxzema Cleansing Cream 14oz
get $1.00 ECB
(there was a P&G coupon for $1.00 off any 2 Noxzema products)
limit 5

Buy Styli-Style Eye Liner or Pencil
get $1.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy $15 of Neutrogena products listed
get $5.00 ECB
rainbath 8.5oz, body oil 8.5-16oz, speciality bath 2-6.7oz
limit 5

Buy Ivory bar soap 3pk
get $1.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy PanOxyl Acne Wash Bar 4oz or Foaming Wash 5.5oz
get $2.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy any Bikini Zone
get $2.00 ECB
(use this $1.00 off 1 or $3.00 off 2 printable coupon)
limit 5

Buy 2 Oxy product listed
Spot treatment .65oz, wash 6oz, or cleansing pads 90ct
get $3.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy Oxy Shave Cream 5.2oz or Face Wash 6oz
get $2.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy Right Guard Professional Strength Deodorant 1.8oz
get $3.00 ECB
limit 5

Emerald Mist Body Wash 20oz
get $1.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy New Phase 30ct or Garlique 30-60ct
get $2.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy and Hyland's Homeopathic Remedy Product listed
sleep aid, leg cramps, restful legs, stress releif 32-50ct, For kids cought syrup 4oz, Complete Flu care or Sniffles n Sneezes 125ct.
get $2.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy Super Berry Upgrade or Noni Double Strength 16oz
get $3.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy Symtec Joint Movement Glucosamine Liquid 16oz
get $5.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy Thera Breath or Perio Therapy Rinse 16-16.9oz or Toothpaste 4oz
get $3.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy Dentemp O.S., D.O.C. or Recapit
get $1.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy 2 Sea-Bond Denture Adhesive 15ct
get $2.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy CVS/pharmacy 5 minute Whitening Kit .75oz
get $1.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy Aquafresh Revive White Trays 4ct
get $3.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy Crest Healthy Radiance
get $5.00 ECB
limit 2

Buy Oral-B Indicator or Advantage Value Pack Toothbrush 4pk
get $2.00 ECB
limit 2

Buy Dentek Sonic Pick 1ct or Jaw Pain Cream .67oz
get $2.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy OraPik Traveler 2pk
get $1.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy 2 Softlips Lip Protectant 2pk
get $2.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy any Clear Eyes .5-1oz
get $1.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy Rohto V. Eye Drops .4oz
get $2.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy CVS/pharmacy AirShield Tablets 10ct
get $1.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy Sine Off 24ct
Get $1.00 EBC
limit 5

Buy CVS/pharmacy Saline Nasal Spray 1.5oz
get $1.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy Children's Claritin Chewables 10ct
get $1.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy Imodium A-D or Advanced 18-48ct
get $2.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy St.Joseph Asprin Chewabe 108ct or Enteric 100-300ct
get $2.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy and Rogaine product listed
regular for women, extra strength or foam for men 2-2.11oz single pk
get $5.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy Tylenol or Motrin IB 225ct
get $3.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy K-Y Intrigue 2.75oz or yours+mine 3oz
get $5.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy 2 O.B. Tampons 40ct
get $5.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy Monistat Soothing Care Power-Gel 1.5oz
get $3.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy E.P.T. pregnancy test analog 1ct
get $4.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy Huggies Mega pk Wipes 184 or 232ct
get $2.00 ECB
limit 4

Buy any Fleet Pedia-Lax Product Listed
enema 2.25oz, liquid suppositories 6ct, or stool softener 4oz
get $2.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy Boo-Boo Rescue First Aid Kit & Bravery Kit
get $5.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy baby Orajel teething medication .18-1oz or swabs 12ct
get $2.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy Baby Magic Baby Lotion or Hair and Body Wash 15oz
get $1.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy Balmex Cream or Gold Bond Baby Powder 4oz
get $2.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy Gentle Naturals Baby Eczema Cream or Cradle Cap Care 4oz
get $2.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy Stuart Prenatal Supplements 100ct
get $5.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy Answer Pregnancy Test 1ct
get $1.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy 2 WellPatch Product listed
backache 4ct, or muscles and joints deep heating pads 2-3ct
get $6.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy any CVS/pharmacy Alcohol or Peroxide Wipes 40ct
get $1.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy CVS/pharmacy Stop Smoking Aid Product listed
gum 100-110ct, patch 14ct, or lozenges 72ct
get $10.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy $15 of Futuro Compression Hosiery Products listed
men's support socks, women's knee highs or pantyhose
get $5.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy FreeStyle Lite Bloog Glucose Test Strips 50ct
get $20.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy CVS/pharmacy TRUEtrack Blood Glucose Test Strips 50ct
get $5.00 ECB
limit 2

Buy CVS/pharmacy Household Burn Kit
get $2.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy 2 T.N. Dickinson's Witch Hazel 16oz
get $3.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy StaphAseptic 2oz or Tecnu Extreme 4oz
get $2.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy Lanacane Anti-Itch Creme 1oz or First Aid Spray 3.5oz
get $1.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy CVS/pharmacy Itch Reief or First Aid Spray 3oz
get $2.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy Dr.Blaine's Complete Scar Care Treatment
get $5.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy Scar Zone 1oz
get $3.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy Zostrix HP 2oz
get $5.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy 2 Fuze 18oz or Gold Peak Tea 16.9oz
get $1.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy 3 Mentos Gum 1oz
get $1.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy 2 Welch's Juice Grape, White Grape, Cranberry or Orange Fusion 14oz
get $1.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy TDK Dig-IT CD-R 10pk
get $2.00 ECB
limit 5

Buy FCMA CD Wallet
get $2.50 ECB
limit 5

CVS (08/03-08/09)

2008-08-02T21:23:00.005-05:00

See the entire weekly ad here!
(note: when I say "filler", I'm talking about ways to fill in your extra bucks amount or when there is overage)

SPECIAL AUGUST DEAL ALERT!!!!!!
The first time you use your Extra Care Card in August, you will have a FREE gift print out on your receipt.
(I did mine today and got a FREE 24ct of CVS brand Ibuoprofen!!)

Deals:
Dawn dish liquid 88 cents (good filler)

Cadbury 4oz bar 88 cents (good filler)

All Revlon lip, mascara, eye shadow, or liner BOGO free
Revlon foundation, powder, blush, concealer or beauty tools buy 1 get 1 50% off

Almay foundation, powder, blush or concealer (excludes bright eyes) buy 1 get 1 50% off

CoverGirl TruBlend or AquaSmoothers BOBO free

Pepsi 12pk 4/$12 and get one FREE when you buy 4

Tide $4.97

Scott toilet paper 12pk $6.49

Bounty Basic paper towels 8pk $5.49

Five Star notebooks BOGO free

Post cereal BOGO free

Life Fitness vitamins or supplements BOGO free

Kleenex tissues BOGO free

Pringles 99 cents

Gardetto's, Chex Mix, or Gold Emblem 2/$3

Pop-Tarts or Rice Krispies Treats $1.79

Cheez-It or Club crackers 2/$4

Gold Emblem Apple Juice 64oz 2/$3

Ozarka 6pk $2.99

Oak Farms Milk $3.49

HP inkjet cartridge 56, 93, or 94 $19.99

Gillette, Zest, or Old Spice High Endurance body wash $3.99

Head & Shoulders or Pantene Pro-V expressions or restoratives $4.99

Revlon ColorSilk 2/$5

Axe deodorant solid, stick, or body spray $3.99

Mennen deodorant (excludes mens 24/7) $1.99

Sure deodorant solid or Pert Plus 2-1 shampoo/conditioner BOGO free

Orajel toddler toothpaste, pre-brush gel, or plaque revealing rinse for kids BOGO free

Papmpers wipes 70-77ct tub $2.99

Bayer genuine asprin 24ct, low dose enteric 32ct, or chewable 36ct $1.99

Zyrtec 30ct $18.99

Always pads 14-24ct $2.99

Pampers diapers $8.88

Dasani Plus or Powerade 20-32oz 5/$5.00

Clairol Nice n Easy or Gray Solution $5.99

Extra Care Bucks:
Folgers coffee 26oz twin pack
Simply Asia soup bowl 4pk
$6.99 + $3.00 ECB

Almay bright eyes shadow, liner or concealer
$8.00 + $5.00 ECB

Buy $15 of any Clean and Clear
get $5.00 ECB

Gillette venus embrace, vibrance, breeze, manual or power fusion razor
$9.99 + $3.00 ECB

Gillette shampoo or conditioner
2/$9.00 + $2.00 ECB (on two)

Colgate toothpaste
$2.99 + $2.00 ECB

CVS/pharmacy stop smoking aid
buy any get $10.00 ECB

Durex condoms 12ct
$12.99 + $3.00 ECB

Crest or Oral-B toothpaste or Advantage toothbrush
$2.49 + $1.50 ECB

Extreme Energy orange or berry flavor 2pk 4oz total
$4.99 + $4.99 ECB (like getting it FREE)

Pantene Pro-V shampoo or conditioner, styler or treatment
3/$10.00 + $2.00 ECB

Family Dollar (prices good thru August 10th)

2008-08-02T20:51:00.003-05:00

See the ad here

Scott 4pk toilet paper or 3pk paper towels $3.00

Quaker State Motor Oil $2.00

Hefty Trash Bags $4.50

Ajax or Palmolive 16oz 90 cents!
(this would be an awesome time to use the .25 off coupon from last week's paper)

Irish Spring 7 bar or Caress Soap 4 bar $2.50

Purex 51 loads $4.50

Tide 2x 26 loads $6.00

Clorox Bleach 96oz $1.65

Febreeze Air Effects 9.7oz $2.50
Febreeze Fabric Refresher 27oz $4.00

TracPhone prepaid wireless handset $10
TracPhone flip phone prepaid handset $15

3 tier bookcase $10
4 drawer shelf with fabric bins $10
Computer desk $20

Framed art $5-$10
30inx40in Mirror $20.00

Huggies 80ct wipes $2.00

Bounce fabric sheets 40ct $2.00

Glad storage and freezer bags $2.00

Assorted school supplies $1.00
Assorted Disney school supplies $1.00
Disney backpack or lunch bag $6.00

Disney toys $2.00
Hannah Montana microphone or keyboard keychain $3.00

Colgate $1.50

Kotex $2.50

BOGO Excedrin migraine or extra strength $3.25

Tresemme shampoo or conditioner $3.50

Dove or Degree deodorant $1.75

Fructis shampoo or conditioner $3.25

Old Spice body wash $3.50

Crest twin pack toothpaste $5.00

Windex 26oz, Scrubbing Bubbles 22oz, or Shout 22oz $2.50

Clorox Disinfecting Wipes 3pk $6.00 (105 wipes)

Charmin basic toilet paper 3pk $5.99

AirWick oil refill $2.50

Lysol Spray 12oz $3.50

18 gallon tote $4.00
30 gallon tote $9.99
36 gallon tote $12.00
3 drawer tower $14.00

coupons and freebies (august 2nd)

2008-08-02T19:46:00.003-05:00

DON'T FORGET TO CLICK THE SIDE BAR FOR NEW COUPONS FROM COUPONS.COM!

Save $2.00 on Midol coupon

Save up to $10.00 to get started with Alli coupon

Printable $1.00 Cheerios coupon

Try Mighty Dog for free with this coupon

At Walgreens, take $20 off any contacts order of $120 or more. Use code: CONTACTS thru August 9th.

Save $7 on Crest Whitestrips coupon

Register for Foldgers coffee coupons

Get $1.00 off Caress Exotic Oil Infusions Body Wash coupon

Get $10 in Khol's cash when you spend $50 in the store. (thru August 3rd)

Get a National Night Out starter packet here

Free Star Wars Clone Wars pocketmodels here

Free sample of UnderJams here

Free sample of Pantene color expressions here

Free sample of Sunsilk and $2 in gift cards here

Get 2 complimentary issues of Family Circle here

Rockin Gifts from Nivea here
(girls: Duffy:Rockferry cd and selection of Nivea body-care and lip products
guys: Nivea for men samples and MP3 player skin)

Free book, Thirty Days of Healing: Prayer and Journaling here

Free Louisiana travel guide and cd here

Get free samples from Degree girl here

Sign up here for a free sample of Prilosec OTC here

Free Berry Burst flavor Metamucil sample here

Send a Vicks Caring Tribute card to the one who takes care of you the most.

Free potty training kit from Pampers
(includes coupons, samples, and charts)

Free sample of Nature made vitamins (new offer) here

Go to this site and fill out a survey on one of the three Christian artists and get a free download or CD. (note, whatever you choose to be your favorite during the survey is what you'll get at the end)

Free gift for breastfeeding/supplementing moms here

Find your nearest Clarins beauty counter and sign up for a free one to one facial treatment

Get 3 lipstick minis from Clinique Lip Cravings workshops plus get a travel-size take the day off makeup remover! Stop by your nearest Clinique counter to sign up for the workshop!

Also at Clinique, get an exclusive high impact mascara and full potential lips plump and shine duo, plus a travel-size 7 day scrub cream for signing up for one of the week of pretty makeup workshops.

Free South America refridgerator magnet here to remind you to pray for South America
(also available in Spanish)

Free sample of ACTIV-FLEX cohesive tape here

Free samples from Allure here

Free gardener's idea book here

Free LEGO Club magazine here

TGIFridays member perk

2008-08-02T10:18:00.003-05:00

I received my first TGIFridays member perk (aside from the 'jump the line' and 'free appetizer/dessert'). Aparantly if you show your card (you can use the temporary one if you haven't received your card yet) to your server and receive a special tasting of Chips N Dip starter pack. Hurry in because it's for a limited time only while supplies last.

Sounds like pretty good service to walk in and jump the line once, get a free tasting of this snack, and ordering a free appetizer or dessert (probably dessert since we'll already get the chips n dip)!!

Not a member yet? Sign up here.

dine by candlelight and lose weight

2008-08-02T10:09:00.002-05:00

(reposted from mydailymoment.com)

A great way to enjoy a good meal is to eat by candlelight. The simple act of lighting some candles can do wonders for your weight. Not only will it encourage you to slow down and enjoy your meal, but you'll also be less likely to overeat. Taking a little extra time to create a soothing atmosphere will, in turn, promote you to create a better-looking plate. It also sets the stage for stress-free communications between you and your loved ones.

some of my freebies

2008-08-02T09:09:00.007-05:00

Here is a picture of some of the freebies I've been getting in the mail. I don't have everything in the picture because my daughters have ran off and hidden some of the stash. lol Here's the stuff I could still track down.

Includes:

After-School Kit (teaching kids about not smoking)
Kids Shouldn't smoke bumper sticker
Child Safe Kit (3)
Old Spice bodywash (and coupon that I've already used)
2008 Entertainment book (for reserving my 2009 book)
McGruff trading cards (complete set)
Kid Fitness DVD (5)
Betty Crocker mini-delights
Alaway eye drops (and $5 off coupon)
Tide
HPV awareness bracelet
(I also have an "earn your stripes" that my daughters have now hidden from me)
Splenda flavored packets plus coupon and website discount
Benefiber and coupon
Ponds face wipes
Country Bobs coupon for free sauce
Free Music downloads (I unknowningly got this in a packet of beef sticks I bought during the hurricane)
BodiHeat heating pad plus coupon
$1.00 off coupons for Cheerios (thought this was for a free box, but aparantly they're just sending out coupons)
Free 20oz Coke Zero coupon (not pictured)
$1 off 12pk Coke (not pictured)

So as you can see, not only is it fun to get free samples, but you usually get great money saving coupons with them! Not only will they give you the product to sample, but they'll help pay for you to try it again. :)

ATTN: those with SiteMeter on IE7

2008-08-02T08:53:00.001-05:00

I think I've figured out the problem and am happy to report it is not on MY end. lol I was right that it was something these sites had in common. Money Saving Mom figured it out and has announced the problem to other bloggers. See her post here!

our internet was down

2008-08-02T08:39:00.004-05:00

I've been having some trouble with AT&T ever since we dropped our phone line and went strictly internet-only. The transition of going phone-less was a success. However, I was supposed to re-register our service, but the register tools on their end have been down. Thus, our internet has stopped working. It appears to finally have worked this morning calling back to register, but now I'm having trouble viewing certain sites - so far it's just blogs. I'm not sure if it is something on my end or something wrong with the blogs I'm trying to view. Anyone else having trouble today? Let me know (especially if you have trouble with mine). I'd be completely happy to know it's not just AT&T giving me trouble again. I'm wondering if it's something specific these people have collectively added to their blog that is causing the glitch? Then again, it could just be me having the trouble. Weird coincidence.

Since our internet has been out, there is a lot to catch up on today. My inbox was SO full this morning. Hopefully I can get all of these updates done by this evening. Thankfully even though my husband is doing some overtime today, he will still be home later giving me a small break from mom-only duty and hopefully I can get back online and blog blog blog!

free photos at walgreens

2008-07-31T15:18:00.004-05:00

Walgreens is offering 25 bonus prints when you buy 25 prints or more (4x6). Use code: FATCAMERA at checkout. Offer expires August 2nd - so hurry!

walgreens coupon - today only!!!!!!!!!!!

2008-07-31T11:51:00.006-05:00

I don't want you all to forget to go use the $5 off $20 purchase coupon at Walgreens today! This would be especially effective on something like diapers or formula since those things tend to cost quite a bit anyhow. If you have formula checks, you can maximize your savings! C's formula usually cost just over $15 (she's on one of those special types, and only comes in the small containers). She's in need of 3 or 4. So I'm going to go ahead and get 2 of them from Walgreens today and use the $5 off plus a couple of $1 formula checks that I have left on each giving me savings of $7. So I'd really be getting both for less than $25! (normally I buy her formula at Walmart because it's cheaper - but not $5 cheaper, so I'll be picking up a couple at Walgreens today) Note that the coupon is for a purchase of $20 after coupons and discounts. Formula checks however are like money - not coupons - so you can maximize your savings with this. Sometimes you'll get Register Rewards for buying formula. So that would be awesome to see that, too!

Think about other ways you could make this work for you. I made a splurge for my girls the other day. They had these huge boxes of either Disney Princess or Pixar Cars cookies. The box looks similar to a cardboard book and will probably be near the registers. Those were 2/$5 so maybe if you were spending $20 anyway, you could throw in something for $5 and get it all for only $20. You can either count your discount or you can throw in a splurge. Fun, eh?

I'm kind of bummed because I totally spent about $20 there just two days ago. It would have been nice to use this coupon. At least I'm in need of some other things.

Toys R Us awesome sale!

2008-07-31T11:16:00.003-05:00

I got an email for a new Toys R Us sale. I believe these prices are also good at Babies R Us.
See the complete ad here.
August 1st - 14th only!

Save an extra 30% on clearance crib bedding & matching room décor

Save 25% on ALL Wendy Bellissimo furniture, mattresses, rockers or ottomans

Save 15% on ALL Rock-A-Bye gliders & ottomans

Save $10 on ALL flip-open sofas, interactive chairs or 4-pc. toddler bedding sets

Save $40 on Alpha Elite Alpha Omega Elite Convertible Car Seat - Grayson

1 Free! ANY Koala Baby or Koala Kids apparel items (equal or lesser value)
Excludes Koala Baby Boutique & shoes. In-store only.

Buy One, Get One 50% off* EVERY Kiddopotamus SwaddleMe® Wrap

Save $5 on EVERY Fisher-Price monitor

Buy 2, Get the 3rd Free* ALL Lamaze toys (equal or lesser value)

Save $10 on Kids II Brite Starts Baby’s PlayPlace

Free Kandoo tub of wipes with purchase of ANY Pampers Easy Ups training pants

Save 15% on EVERY Medela feeding & storage set or 60-ct. disposable bra pads

2/$5 ANY 2.5 gallon nursery water

Save $2 on ANY Totally Toddler purchase of $10 or more

note: most of these deals are in-store only!

walgreens

2008-07-30T15:58:00.003-05:00

ONE DAY ONLY - $5 off purchase of $20 or more at WALGREENS!
July 31st only!!!

free borders books

2008-07-30T14:11:00.006-05:00

I've seen this deal floating around on other sites. Some people have had trouble having it work for them, but it's worth checking out. Use code: BR41925 to get $5 off purchase of $5 or more. Have it shipped to your local store and shipping becomes free!

I have been told this worked on multiple items allowing several items for free, but I just tried it and it would only take the first $5 off. Let me know if you can get it to work for more than one and exactly what you did.

coupons and freebies (posted july 30th)

2008-07-30T12:35:00.003-05:00

I plan to take some pictures of all the freebies I've been getting in the mail lately. Maybe I'll do that tonight and upload them tomorrow when our internet comes back on. Yesterday was a fantastic mail day because all that came were my freebies. lol I got Walmart freebies. I even got my $25 gas card for my Expedia.com purchase last month as well as my free items from VistaPrint.com (just paid shipping on those) and my free 2008 Entertainment book (for ordering my 2009 book). By the way, you can get your 2009 Entertainment book now and receive free shipping!

Ok so here's the list for today:

THIS ONE IS FOR AUSTRALIA ONLY: Free sample of Beauty Mate here

USA:

Don't forget today is $1.50 Cheesecake Factory cheesecake!
(ok, that's not a freebie, but it's one heck of a deal!)

Sign up here (free) to Earn Your Stripes at TGIFridays and earn free rewards!
Instantly get a "skip to the front of the line" coupon as well as a "free appetizer or dessert" coupon!

Sign up here to get a free wake-up call from Hannah Montana!

Get one of 4 firefighter posters here

Free stuff from the National Mental Health Information Center here

Free family records organizer from T. Rowe Price

Free 40 page Ultimate Wedding Planner (plus other regional freebies) here

Free google software pack here
Includes:
*Google Desktop
* Google Earth
* Google Toolbar for Internet Explorer
* Picasa (photo organizer)
* Google Pack ScreenSaver
* Mozilla Firefox with Google Toolbar
* Norton AntiVirus 2005 Special Edition
* Ad-Aware SE Personal (anti spyware program)
* Adobe Acrobat Reader 7
* RealPlayer
* GalleryPlayer HD Images

Free Christian books - pick 2 at a time here
(and who knows? maybe you can paperback swap these later!)

Free sample of Playtex Sport tampons here

Try the TimeWise Microdermabrasion set free from MaryKay

Free Greenies sample here

Free Rebuild NY pins here

Email this company (see bottom of page) for free napkin samples.

Free subscription to SPIN magazine here

Free sample of men's Stetson Fresh here

Check out the World eBook Fair for free ebooks!

Request your free DVD from Feature Films For Families

Get Huggies Pull Ups coupons here

Sign up for Minute Maid coupons here

$15 off purchase of $75 or more at Office Depot coupon

20% off your purchase at JC Penny August 10th coupon

my cvs shopping trip

2008-07-30T11:31:00.003-05:00

My husband has been home for the past 3 days and will be today and tomorrow too. We've been taking care of a lot of stuff around the house. Our internet is switching over and dropping our phone line today. It won't be back on till tomorrow (sometime before noon). Hopefully nothing extremely awesome will happen between now and then. lol

For those who are reading this blog for the first time, this post is about my CVS trip yesterday. To get into the CVS deals, you'll need to sign up for a free Extra Care Card (do it online or in the store - you get it immediately when you sign up in the store). This will help you get items discounted and earn "2% cash back" in the form of ECBs. ECBs are Extra Care Bucks that print out with your receipt when you buy certain items. You can use the ECBs like store cash on your next transaction or save them for future transactions. They do eventually expire, so just make sure you use them before that. It takes a small investment and helps stretch your dollars to be able to get more than you would only walking in with your cash. Think of it like a small deposit box on a piece of paper. If you pay attention to the sale ads, there are items you can use your CVS cards on and get things for free while rolling over the entire amount of your ECBs (see transactions below - such as the Revlon makeup and CVS pantyliners). I know guys won't need those two things, but you should always try to take advantage of these deals because if you don't need them, you can bless someone else who will (even charity) without spending a dime or using up your ECBs.

Yesterday I made my trip to CVS. I spent quite a bit out of pocket but also got a LOT of stuff for free thanks to my ECBs from the money I did spend. I still came out with $25.99 ECBs for my next trip. Not bad for walking in with a lot less EBCs than what I left with and spending some inbetween walking in and walking out.

My first transaction was on the Revlon Limited Edition makeup on sale for $9.99 (getting $9.99 ECBs back), another package of .99 CVS pantyliners (which was my limit of 2 so it also popped out a $1.50 off coupon in addition to .99 ECB), and a package of bandaids. I've seen other CVSers choose the novelty bandaids - such as Hello Kitty, Cars, etc - but I found some colored bandaids with ointment already on the bandaid and got those for the deal instead. The bandaids were $2.99 and gave me $2.00 ECBs back.
grand total was .15 out of pocket because I used up my ECBs.
however, I got back everything but .99 cents of that back with new ECBs.

My second transaction I bought the $10 of candy to get $5 back in ECBs. I also bought 2/$1.59 palmolive and paired it with two .25 coupons from Sunday's inserts (one was from a neighbor). So basically I got that 2/$1.09!
I used my ECBs from the first transaction and paid .12 out of pocket.

My third transaction I bought a ton of stuff that cost way more than my ECBs (though I did use up what ECBs I had). We were just in need of stuff that happened to be on sale even though I did buy things that gave me more ECBs and I hardly bought anything that wasn't paired with a coupon or two. Too bad they don't print out coupons for beer. haha Corona 12pk longnecks were only $11.99 (usually over $15 even at Walmart) so we didn't want to pass that up because my husband actually has the time off to enjoy a late night of beer drinking. I took advantage of the sale ad page that has the buy $20 worth and get $10 back. I bought the bottle of Zyrtec and a Johnson's sleepytime bath wash both with coupons helping to deduct part of the $10 I'd spend after getting $10 in ECBs. I found a Zyrtec coupon for $5 off (I also found a few $2 that I have printed out if you're interested). I had a $1.00 off coupon for the sleepy time Johnson's bath wash. So that's $6 off making it $14 out of pocket and getting $10 of it back in ECBs. I won't go over the entire list of things I bought, but I ended up with a LOT of ECBs.

My fourth transaction, I bought 6 bottles of VO5 shampoo (3) and conditioner (3) that were on sale for .75 (which is .04 cheaper than the sale ad) and 2 Kashi rolls (in the health bar section) for $1.00 each. I paired some ECBs with it and ended up only paying .50 out of pocket!

So that's three whole transactions that I paid .77 out of pocket for over $30 of stuff and still walked away with $25.99. I was kind of bummed that they were out of a lot of the things on my list (like the neutrogena wave - which the manager said he hasn't ever seen at the store but might come on the truck today). I feel pretty good with what I did spent already, so I'm just going to leave it at that and not worry about going back for it. That thing is going on sale pretty much everywhere.

Although I'm not a master at this yet, I'm getting there. It's definitely good to walk away with more ECBs than what I started with. It just takes some careful planning of what ECBs you have, what thing you're buying that will print new ECBs, and what things you're buying that won't print ECBs (like the entire VO5 shampoo/conditioner and Kashi rolls transaction).

last chance for these CVS extra bucks

2008-07-28T14:05:00.003-05:00

There are only a few days left to take advantage of ECB deals for July.

CVS pantyliners .99
earn .99 ECB
FREE

CVS tampons $1.49
earn $1.49 ECB
FREE

Buy 2 Revlon Hair Brush or Hair Accessory
earn $5 ECB

Buy Goody Styling Therapy Hair Brush
earn $3 ECB

Buy Nexus Hair Brush
earn $3 ECB

Buy Clairol Perfect 10 Hair Color
earn $5 ECB
(use $2 off coupon from recent insert)

Buy Dr. Miracle's Hair Care product listed (no lye relaxer, hot gro)
earn $2 ECB

Buy 3 Essence of Beauty Liquid Handsoaps 12oz
earn $5 ECB

Buy Softsoap Spa Body Wash 18oz
earn $2 ECB
(use $1 off printable coupon here)

Buy Emerald Mist Body Wash 20oz
earn $1 ECB

Buy Neutrogena Wave Deep Clean Refill 30ct
earn $2 ECB
(use $3 off printable coupon here)

Buy CVS Cleansing Towelettes (exfoliating or make up remover)
earn $1 ECB

Buy Curel Targeted Therapy Hand and Cuticle or Foot Cream 3.5oz
earn $2 ECB

Buy Odor-Eaters Spray 4oz, Powder 6oz, or Insoles 3ct
earn $1 ECB

Buy any Stridex
earn $1.50 ECB

Buy Mycocide Nail Care
earn $3 ECB
(use $3 off printable coupon here)

Buy 2 Sure Anti-Perspirant Solid 2.6-2.7oz
earn $3 ECB
(use $1 off printable coupon here)

Buy Naturally Fresh Deodorant Roll-on
earn $1 ECB

Buy Surgi or Andrea products listed (hair removal cream, wax, lotion, gel, prewax cleanser)
earn $1 ECB

Buy Bic Soleil Single Razor AND 4 ct Cartridges
earn $5 ECB
(save $2 on razor or cartridge printable here - print 2 to maximize savings)

Buy and Bod Man Fragrance product listed (body spray or 3pc gift set)
earn $1 ECB

Buy Grecian 5 Mustache & Beard or Haircolor for Men
earn $1 ECB

Buy Blade Shower Gel 12oz
earn $1

Buy Colgate Orabase or Peroxyl products listed (anesthetic paste, oral rinse or dental rinse)
earn $1 ECB

Buy Plus White 5 Minute Whitening System
earn $3 ECB

Buy 2 Trident Xtra Care Sugarless Gum 14ct
earn $1 ECB

Buy Act Restoring Mouthwash 33.8oz
earn $2 ECB

Buy Natural Dentist Oral Rinse product listed (anti-cavity flouride or healthy gums)
earn $2 ECB
(use $2 off any printable coupon here)

Buy Anbesol .25-.41oz
earn $1 ECB
(use $1 printable coupon here)

Buy Diabetic Tussin Mucus Relief 50ct
earn $6 ECB
(use $1 printable coupon here)

Buy Lipreve Cold Sore Relief 8ct
earn $3 ECB

Buy CardioChek Portable Blood Test System
earn $20 ECB

Buy UTI Home Screening Test Stick 2ct (to detect UTI)
earn $1 ECB

Buy Vagisil Deodorant Powder 7oz
earn $1 ECB

Buy Zestra 9ct get
earn $4 ECB

Buy Ephedra Free Stacker 2 or 3 100ct
earn $5 ECB

Buy Cuur Weight Loss System 90ct
earn $20 ECB

Buy Stuart Prenatal Supplement 100 ct
earn $5 ECB
(request a coupon here - even though it comes by mail and you probably won't get it before the end of july)

Buy Just Once Naturals Women's Men's or Prenatal 50ct
earn $2 ECB

Buy Super-Strength Blue-Emu 4oz
earn $2 ECB

Buy 2 WellPatch Pain Releif Pads 2-4ct or Heat Wraps 2ct
earn $6 ECB
(use $1 off coupon from recent insert)

Buy Scar Zone 1oz
earn $3 ECB
(use $1 printable coupon here)

Buy Thera-Gesic Pain Relieving Creme 3oz
earn $2 ECB

Buy Tecnu Skin Cleanser 4oz or Calagel 6oz with FREE 2oz Tecnu
earn $1

Buy Ivarest Medicated Anti-Itch Cream 2oz
earn $1 ECB

Buy Nexcare Bandages Waterproof 10-20ct or Heavy Duty 30ct
earn $1 ECB

Buy any Anti-Itch Relief product listed (benadryl, cortaid, band-aid, aveeno, caladryl, neutrogena, wipes, or poison ivy care kit)
earn $1 ECB

Buy Sleep Fast 30ct or Sleep MD 10ct
earn $1 ECB

Buy any Lactaid Fast Act Chewabes or Caplets 32-60ct
earn $3 ECB
(use $1 printable coupon here)

Buy Pledge Furniture Polish 12.5oz or Multi Surface 16oz
earn $1 ECB

Buy Glade Plugins Refill 1-3ct, Scented Oil Candle Refill 3ct, or Candle 4oz
earn $1 ECB
(use $1 printable coupon here)

Buy Maxell CD-R Music 10pk
earn $1 ECB

Buy Maxell CD-R 80min 10pk
earn $1 ECB

Buy 2 Pepsi, Mug Rootbeer, Mountain Dew, Lipton, or Slice 20oz
earn $1 ECB

Buy 2 Diet 7up, Dr Pepper, A&W Rootbeer, or Sunkist 20oz
earn $1 ECB

Buy 2 Dasani Original, Plus, or Sensations 20oz
earn $1 ECB

Buy 2 Java Monster 15oz
earn $1 ECB

Buy 2 Lipton Tea products listed (tea bags regular 100ct, decaffeinated 48ct, green 40ct, or green tea to go 10ct pk)
earn $3 ECB

Buy 2 Baby Bottle pop candy 1.1oz
earn $1 ECB

coupons and freebies (posted july 28th)

2008-07-28T09:27:00.005-05:00

Sign up here to get free monitor wipes for your computer

Download a free copy of the audiobook, "The World Is Flat" by Thomas L Friedman.
and receive an exclusive audio preview excerpt of Hot, Flat, and Crowded.
From the website: With the #1 bestseller The World Is Flat, he helped millions of readers see and understand globalization in a new way. Now Thomas L. Freidman explains how America can lead the green revolution in the 21st century.

Learn more about Trojan battery and get a free tshirt
(note: I guess it was only the first 50 people, but they're giving out a free pen instead)

Sign up on TripAdvisor and get a free travel kit - TSA approved

Click here and sign up to receive a free pencil from Kids Corner

Get another free Planet Heroes DVD - "The Ace That Jumped Over The Moon"
pick United States from the drop down box in the upper right corner

Free small sample of Bamboo sheet fabric from Sleep Bamboo here

Sign up here for your free beinggirl sample kit including: 2 Regular Tampax Pearl Tampons, 1 Lite Tampax Pearl Tampon, 1 Always Infinity Feminine Pad, 2 Always Pantiliners, and 1 Always Feminine Wipe.

Sign up here and get a free "My Money" tool kit - a free package of helpful publications on saving, investing, protecting and getting the most for your money

Free scrapbooking idea kit from Adorn It

Click here for free printable kids coloring pages

Click here for free online kids crafts

Free stuff from Logitech here - I personally won 5 free music downloads from rhapsody.

Get a free pocket photo book when you sign up at Kodakgallery.com

Also.... when I post my blog today on deals for this week's sales, you'll find a TON of coupons there so I'm not going to post any here this time. Just enjoy the free stuff today. Bear with me, I have a lot of coupon match ups making things cheap this week. It's just taking a little more time to organize it all.

seventh generation

2008-07-28T01:25:00.003-05:00

I found a pretty good deal on Seventh Generation products this week at Toys R Us. Go here to print out some SG coupons. Use them with the following sale: (note - you must sign up with SG to print the coupons)

ALL Seventh Generation Chlorine-Free Diapers (26-40 ct.) 2 FOR $20
**use $2 OFF any One (1) Seventh Generation Diaper Product (try printing twice)
If printed once the deal becomes 2/$18 - If printed twice the deal becomes 2/$16

ALL 80-ct. Seventh Generation Chlorine-Free Baby Wipe Refills 2 FOR $6
**use $1 off any One (1) Seventh Generation Baby Wipes product
If printed once the deal becomes 2/$5 - If printed twice the deal becomes 2/$4

ALL 50-oz. Seventh Generation Chlorine-Free Laundry Detergent $6
**use $1 OFF any One (1) Seventh Generation Laundry Product
This deal becomes 50oz Detergent $5. (or 2/$10 if you print twice - that's cheaper AND enviornmentally better than Tide!)

walmart rollbacks

2008-07-27T18:41:00.003-05:00

These are a few of Walmart's featured rollbacks

$1.75 Capri Sun 10pk Fruit Punch
50 cents Kraft Macaroni and Cheese
$1.50 Oscar Mayer Meat Hot Dogs 16oz
$2.00 Kraft Macaroni and Cheese Crackers 8 oz
$2.98 Popsicle in orange, cherry, and grape 24ct
$3.50 Blue Bunny Assortment - Fudge Bars 20ct, Champ! Cone Variety, and Sweet Freedom No Sugar Added Vanilla Cone 6ct.
$1.86 Kellogg's Pop Tarts 8ct
2/$5 Dibs Crunch 9oz - also, Drumstick Triple Chocolate Cone 4ct, and Push Up Sherbet Variety 9ct.

Target weekly ad 07/27 - 08/02

2008-07-27T17:07:00.002-05:00

Target has 24 pages in the ad this week. You can find it here.

Deals:

Camp Rock 50 cent portfolio
Camp Rock 2/$3 70 sheet notebook
$15 Camp Rock messenger bag
$1 Elmer's glue sticks 6pk
$2 Writing tools - 24ct Crayola colored pencils or 60ct yellow barrel wood pencils
$1 Portfolios 10pk (also sold individually 10 cents each)
$13 High School Musical or Hannah Montana school bag
$9 licensed lunch kit
2/$3 Fashion Notebooks 70 sheet
$2.50 Planahead student planner for '08-'09
50 cent Composition Book 100 sheet wide rule
$10 9 piece locker kit
$5 Crayola 50ct washable supertips markers
$5 Expo dry erase starter kit with free board
$29.99 Trans by JanSport backpack
$19.52 HP single-pack no.56 or no.94 ink cartridge
$41.99 Lexmark x2600 printer, copier, scanner (includes ink)
$69.99 Lexmark x5435 printer, copier, scanner, fax (includes ink)
$2.50 Bath Towel 27x52
$13.99 Any size 08 College jersey sheet set in twin, extra-long twin, full and queen sizes.
$6.44 College storage 20gal sterillite tinted box or 66qt rubbermaid latch tote in pink or blue
$1.99 Sterilite 13qt wastebasket or 1.5 bushel laundry basket from 08 collee collection
$10 ironing board with cover
$7.99 print bags or hobo mini handbag (was $9.99)
$18.49 huggies super mega pack (training pants mega pack $16.29)
$7.99 baby wipes 320-384ct Hugies, 350-385ct Pampers, or 250ct Pampers Kandoo
$4.49 Johnson's toiletries 27-28oz (select 15-22oz Johnson's 2/$7)
$24.99 Enfamil formula 30.8oz Lipil powder
$5.24 Gummies vitamins 60ct Disney Princess or Flinstones Plus Immunity Support
15% off Nexcare bandages for kids or .5oz Neosporin for kids
$2.99 special purchase Purell 3pk hand sanitizer
$12.99 Memorex blank media
$8.99 Energizer batteries 16pk
4/$6 Kellogg's Eggo waffles
3/$8 Post cereal 25oz
2/$11 Fuze 6pk
2/$4 Quaker 10ct chewy granola bars
3/$4 Keenex tissue
2/$7 m&m premiums mint chocolate; selected others
2/$3 Kraft Velveeta shells and cheese
$6.99 Tyson 28oz Crispy Chicken Strips; selected others
2/$5 Lay's potato chips
$3.75 Snacks 24ct Mott's fruit snacks, 12ct cheez-it tray packs and value packs, selected others
2/$7 Dr.Pepper 12pk soda (4/$5 2 liter)
3/$7 Market Pantry frozen appetizers
2/$5 Kraft cheese
2/$11 Bounty basic paper towels 8pk
$4.49 Head and Shoulders or Gillette 2-1 shampoo/conditioner
$12 Charmin 24pk Big Roll or 12pk Mega Roll (both equal 48 regular rolls)
$2.29 Dawn 22-28oz liquid dish soap
3/$7 Clorox 32oz clean up, 22oz anywhere, 35ct wipes, 30oz disinfection bath, wand refills, or 2pk toilet bowl cleaner
$6.99 Tidy Cats 20lb litter
$12.99 Seventh Generation 64 load laundry detergent
$3.79 Liquid Laundry Detergent 32 load All or All small and mighty; 35-46 load Purex

GIFT CARD DEALS:

$10 gift card with purchase of any 2 HP single-pack ink
$5 gift card with purchase of both Phineas and Ferb DVD and Wizards of Waverly Place DVD ($14.99 each)
$5 gift card with purchase of Brita chrome smart pitcher or 6pk pitcher filters ($25.99)
$10 gift card with purchase of Faberware 12pc nonstick cookset in charcoal or champagne ($59.99)
$10 gift card with purchase of any new or transferred perscription

OTHER FREEBIES:

Free case with purchase of DS gaming system and Guitar Hero for DS.
(DS system: $129.99 - GH for DS: $49.99)

CVS weekly ad 07/27 - 08/02

2008-07-27T15:24:00.002-05:00

There are 16 pages in this week's ad. Check it out here for more deals. There is a coupon on the front page this week to get a $30 gift card when you transfer your perscriptions to CVS!

Deals:

$12.99 Budweiser, Miller or Coors 18pk 12oz cans
$4.99 Scott paper towels 8pk
$3.99 Dasani 24pk
4/$11 Coke 12pk
75 cents V05 shampoo or conditioner
$11.99 Heineken or Corona 12pk bottles
$9.99 Franzia or Kendall-Jackson
$5.99 Maxwell House Master Blend Coffee 34.5oz
2/$11 DiGiorno pizza
$2.99 Gold Emblem Juice Cocktail
2/$5 Fritos or Cheetos
2/$5 Kellogg's NutriGrain bar
3/$5 Sun-Maid or Mott’s
2/$3 Blue Bell Ice Cream 1 pint
3/$4 Pepperidge Farm Goldfish 6.6oz
4/$5 Bumblebee tuna or Snow's chopped clam
$9.99 RTH 2-Tier Bookcase
88 cents RTH Soft White Light Bulbs
$4.99 Master Lock
$2.99 Paper-Mate profile pens 4pk
2/$3 CVS/pharmacy Paper or Composition Book
2/$1.99 10pk Paper-Mate pens
99 cent Stretchable Book Cover
2/$1 Back-to-School Mini Novelty (stapler, ruler, key chain, highlighter, pencil sharpener, clip, pencil, pen or eraser)
5/$1 portfolio
50% off regular retail Bic pens
$3.99 Schick Intuition Plus
BUY Organic Root Olive Oil Relaxer Kit GET A free Organic Root Olive Oil Replenishing Pak Conditioner 1.75 oz.
$11.99 Neutrogena Wave
Save $1 Neutrogena
$5.99 Maybelline Define-A-Lash
$12.99 Garnier Nutritioniste Skin Renew Eye Roller
FREE Garnier Nutritioniste Nutri- Pure Cleanser 6.7 oz, Scrub 5 oz or Towelettes 25 ct. with purchase of Garnier Nutritioniste Skin Renew or Ultra-Lift Facial (starting at $12.99)
$3.99 all Nair
$2.99 Secret, Old Spice or Gillette
$1.99 Oral-B indicator toothbrush or Crest toothpaste
2/99 cents CVS adult toothbrush
$18.99 Prilosec OTC 28 ct
Photo Frame or Album buy 1 get 1 50% off (starting at 99 cents)
$12.99 pampers mega pack
$6.49 Charmin Ultra big rolls 12pk
2/$5 Kellogg's Raisin Bran Crunch, Frosted Flakes, Mini- Wheats, Smart Start 17-18.2 oz or Special K 12-12.8 oz.
$1.99 Degree or Dove deodorant
$1.77 Colgate Total 6 oz, MaxFresh 4.6-6 oz toothpaste, 360º or Active Angle toothbrush.
88 cent Gatorade 32 oz or Propel 1 liter

BOGO: (buy 1 get 1 free)

CVS/pharmacy Batteries buy 1 at $5.99 get 1 free
Palmolive buy 1 at $1.59 get 1 free
Nature Made starting at $3.99 buy 1 get 1 free
Maxwell House Instant Coffee 8oz buy 1 at $7.69 get 1 free
Jack Link's buy 1 at $5.79 get 1 free
Pentel writing instruments starting at $1.99 buy 1 get 1 free
Freeman SeaKelp shampoo/conditioner or Cristophe™ Beverly Hills styler starting at $3.99 buy 1 get 1 free
CVS/pharmacy Power Flash Camera buy 1 at $7.99 get 1 free
Kodak Picture Maker Print buy 1 at $6.99 get 1 free
Purex buy 1 at $5.99 get 1 free

EXTRA CARE BUCKS: (good on your next purchase)

Buy $10 of candy from this page and this page, get $5 ECB
buy any (3) American Express Gift Cards, get $5 ECB
Clairol Natural Instincts or Loving Care $5.99, get $1.00 ECB
Selsun Blue $6.99, get $1.00 ECB
buy $10 of Vaseline Men Hand lotion 3.1 oz, body & face lotion 10-24.5 oz., get $5 ECB
Revlon Limited Edition Bronzing face powder, blush, eye shadow or lip color $9.99, get $9.99 ECB (like getting it FREE)
Buy $15 of Neutrogena Acne or Wave, get $5 ECB
Buy both Garnier Nutritioniste Eye Roller and Maybelline Define-A-Lash Mascara, get $10 ECB
Band Aid Bandages 6-80 ct $2.99, get $2.00 ECB
Bengay Cream 4 oz, pads or patches 2-5 ct. 2/$12.99, get $5.00 ECB
ThermaCare Heatwraps 2-3 ct. $2/$13.98, get $4.00 ECB
Aleve original or arthritis 80-100 ct. starting at $8.99, get $4 ECB
Buy $20 of these Johnson's products, get $10 ECB
CVS/pharmacy One-Time- Use Video Camcorder $24.99, get $5.00 ECB
Kodak Movie DVD $9.99, get $9.99 ECB (like getting it FREE after ECB)

walgreens weekly ad 07/27 - 07/02

2008-07-27T11:59:00.004-05:00

This week at Walgreens is filled with TONS of BOGO or BOG2 deals! Check out the weekly ad online for more deals (or pick one up at the front of your local store). There were 32 pages this week, so even though it looks like I posted all of the deals, I assure you I actually skipped pages (including an entire page of Hannah Montana stuff on sale).

DEALS:

2/$8 6 Pack Gatorade or Propel Buy four (4) Gatorade or Propel 6 packs. Earn points. Score $10 Eastbay.com Gear Card!
Monster or Jolt Energy Drink 2/$5
Nabisco Crackers 2/$4 Buy $10 of Nabisco Crackers, get $3 in Register Rewards® at checkout* Good on your NEXT in-store purchase
2 Liter Soda 4/$5 2 liter Pepsi.
SoBe LifeWater 3/$3
$4.99 Chase & Sanborn Coffee
$2.99 Chase & Sanborn Instant Coffee
4/$5 Campbell’s or Healthy Choice Soup
$1.00 Deerfield Farms Dried Fruit or Fruit Cup
99 cent snacks - Mix Match Gourmet Popcorn, 5 oz., Anna’s Cookie Thins, 5.25 oz., Pepperidge Farm Goldfish, 6.6 oz.
2/$5 Nabisco Cookies 12 to 18 oz.
$1.99 Fun or Snack size candy - Butterfinger, 12.5 oz., Snickers, 11.18 oz. , Milky Way, 11.24 oz., Reese’s, 11.25 oz. , Kit Kat, 10.78 oz.
2/$3 Sugar Free candy - Weight Watchers, 3 or 3.25 oz., Russell Stover, 3 oz.
$9.99 Swiffer Sweeper Starter Kit
$6.99 Febreze - Noticeables Scented Oil Warmer, Candles, 5.5 oz.
$3.99 Swiffer - 5 pack Dusters, 12 or 16 pack Refills
$3.99 Febreze Noticeables Refill
$3.99 Febreze Fabric Refresher
$3.79 Fabric Softener - Downy Liquid, 27 to 64 oz., 70 or 80 pack Bounce or Downy Sheets
2/$7 Cascade - 15 pack Action Pacs, Gel or Powder, 60 oz.
2/$5 Febreze Air Effects
$1.99 Mr. Clean Cleaning Products - 2 pack Magic Erasers, Liquid, 28 oz.
33% off Sewing Accessories or Shoe Care
$10 pet supplies Pet Supplies
$10 Hurricane Wet & Dry Power Vac
$5 Microfiber Cleaning Cloths
$4.99 Tidy Cats Scoop Litter
$2.00 Pet Shoppe™ Floppy Moppy Dog Toy
$79.99 GE 7 Megapixel Digital Camera
$20 Aries Digital Camera or Innovage Digital Photo Album with Keychain
$9.99 W photo 1GB SD Memory Card
$8.99 Ultra Alkaline Batteries
$8.99 2pk 35mm Flash Cameras Single use, 400 speed, 54 total exp
$5.29 Energizer Max Batteries
$4.99 AA or AAA Energizer e2 Batteries
$15 Color Cartridge
$10 Black Cartridge
$7.99 Two Passport, ID or Immigration
$2.99 or 2/$5 8x10 in. Enlargement
$5.99 Add your photo to a real magazine cover.
3/$2 Splash Poly Vinyl Binders 1in
99 cent Expo Dry Erase Board 8.5x11 in. (for locker or fridge)
$7.99 Mead Five Star Binder System
$9.99 NCR Refill Kit Black
$11.99 NCR Refill Kit Color
$9.99 Texas Instruments Scientific Calculator
$12.99 Texas Instruments Scientific Solar Calculator
$14.99 Dane-Elec USB 2GB Portable Memory
$5.99 Neutrogena Acne or Deep Clean Cleansers
$3.99 Johnson's Softwash or Softlotion
3/$10 Antiperspirant/Deodorant or Body Spray - Old Spice Red Zone, 2.6 to 4 oz., Gillette 3x, 2.6 or 4 oz. , Tag, 3.5 oz., Secret Platinum, 2.6 or 2.7 oz.
3/$10 Aussie or Herbal Essences Hair Care
3/$10 Olay or Zest Body Wash
$5.99 Gillette Disposable Razors - 12 pack Good News! or Daisy, 10 pack Custom Plus
2/$12 Pantene or Infusium 23 Hair Care
$8.99 Gillette Razor System - Venus or Fusion Manual or Power
$5.99 Garnier Nutrisse Hair Color
2/$12 Clairol Natural Instincts Hair Color
2/$12 L’Oréal Excellence Hair Color
2/$5 Dental Care for Kids - Colgate Kid’s Toothpaste, 4.6 oz. or Manual Toothbrush, Kid’s Crest, 6 oz. or Oral-B Princess Toothpaste, 4.2 oz., Zooth Character Toothbrush
50% off Conair Hair Accessories
2/$5 Baby Accessories
2/$5 Pampers Baby Wipes
$4.99 Massage Oil or Lubricant
$5 Care-Bears Baby Wipes
$9.49 Pampers Jumbo Pack Diapers or Training Pants
$9.99 Early Result Pregnancy Test
Buy 1 Get 1 50% off Feminine Protection
Buy 1 Get 1 50% off Johnson’s Baby Products
$5.49 Tide or Gain Laundry Detergent
10/$10 Pringles SALE PRICE 10/$10 - REGISTER REWARDS* GOOD ON NEXT PURCHASE $5 = LIKE PAYING 10/$5
3/$9.96 Pepsi 12 Pack Soda
$3.49 One Gallon Milk
2/$8 Listerine Mouthwash

BOGO: (buy 1 get 1 free)

Maybelline Foundation, Powder, Concealer or Blush (equal or lesser value)
Finest Natural® Vitamins and Supplements (equal or lesser value)
Backpack Buy 1 at $9.99 Get 1FREE
Planters Nuts Buy 1 at $6.99 Get 1 FREE
Dreyer's Ice Cream Buy 1 at $6.29 Get 1 FREE
Post Cereal Buy 1 at $4.79 Get 1 FREE
Oscar Mayer Ready to Serve Bacon or Deerfield Farms Butter Buy 1 at $3.99 Get 1 FREE
Stork Candy 2/$3 - Werther’s Original, 2.75 to 6 oz., Riesen, 5.5 oz., or Toffifay, 4.35 oz.
Patriot™ Jar Candle Buy 1 at $7.99 Get 1 FREE Only at Walgreens
Bic Luminére Candle Lighter Buy 1 at $5.99 Get 1 FREE
Arm & Hammer Laundry Detergent Buy 1 at $5.99 Get 1 FREE
Natural Magic Odor Absorbing Gel Buy 1 at $4.99 Get 1 FREE
Ultra Tuf Trash Bags (equal or lesser value)
The World’s Best Travel Pillow Buy 1 at $9.99 Get 1 FREE
LED Night Light Buy 1 at $3.99 Get 1 FREE
Kleenex Facial Tissue Buy 1 at $1.99 Get 1 FREE
Licensed Folders or Notebooks $1.99 MIX ’N MATCH Buy 1 GET 1 FREE
Licensed Folders or Notebooks $2.99 MIX ’N MATCH Buy 1 GET 1 FREE
5 Subject Notebook Buy 1 at $2.99 Get 1 FREE
Binder Buy 1 at $4.99 Get 1 FREE
Corner Office® Expandable File Buy 1 at $4.99 Get 1 FREE
Backpack Buy 1 at $29.99 Get 1 FREE
Ultimate Premium Notebooks MIX ’N MATCH Buy 1 GET 1 FREE
School Supplies - Penway®: Metal Ruler, 12 in. • Protractor • Poly Index Card Case • Deluxe Compass • Pencil Case • Pencil or Pencil/ Crayon Sharpener Elmer’s: Glue-All or School Glue, 4 oz.Juic’d: 6 pack Hannah Montana Pencils MIX ’N MATCH Buy 1 at 99¢ GET 1 FREE
Art Supplies - Penway®: 10 pack Paint Brushes or Sharpener/Eraser Set, Pencil Pouch, 24 Color Paint Set Corner Office®: 2 pack Correction Fluid, .68 oz. ea. Maybe It’s Time: 96 sheet Construction Paper - Buy 1 at $1.99 Get 1 FREE
3M Command Hooks or Strips Buy 1 at $2.99 Get 1 FREE
Pilot Precise V5 Pens Buy 1 at $2.99 Get 1 FREE
Scotch Magic or Gift Wrap Tape 3pk Buy 1 at $3.49 Get 1 FREE
Sally Hansen - Color Quick Nail Color Pen, Insta-Nail Treatments Assorted formulas. (equal or lesser value)
Dove Hair Care Buy 1 at $4.99 Get 1 FREE
FX Hair Styling Products Buy 1 at $5.99 Get 1 FREE
Naked Naturals Shampoo or Conditioner Buy 1 at $7.99 Get 1 FREE
Pain Relief Patches - 2 or 3 pack Cura-Heat Therapy Patches, 4 pack Kids’ or 6 pack Adult Be Koool Sheets (equal or lesser value)
First Aid Walgreens. - Triple Antibiotic Ointment, .5 oz., Liquid Bandage, 1 oz., Hydrocortisone 1% Ointment, .5% or 1% Cream, 1 oz. (equal or lesser value)
Band-Aid Bandages Buy 1 at $2.99 Get 1 FREE

BOG2: (buy one get two free)

Sharpie Permanent Markers Buy 1 at $1.99 GET 2 FREE
Pens Buy 1 at $2.79 GET 2 FREE
Composition Book Buy 1 at $1.99 GET 2 FREE
1 Subject Notebook Buy 1 at 99¢ GET 2 FREE
Scotch Paper Bubble Mailers 3/99¢ to 3/$1.99
Crayons, Markers or Pencils MIX ’N MATCH Buy 1 at $1.99 GET 2 FREE - 24 pack Crayola Crayons, 10 pack Penway® Classic Markers, or 12 pack Colored Pencils
Filler Paper Buy 1 at $1.99 GET 2 FREE
Paper Mate Mirado Pencils MIX ’N MATCH Buy 1 at $1.99 GET 2 FREE
Poly Portfolio 1 at $1.99 GET 2 FREE
Punch or Glue Sticks MIX ’N MATCH Buy 1 at $1.99 GET 2 FREE
Soft Handle Scissors MIX ’N MATCH Buy 1 at $1.99 GET 2 FREE
Mini Stapler MIX ’N MATCH Buy 1 at $2.99 GET 2 FREE (staples included)
Vinyl Binder Buy 1 at $2.99 GET 2 FREE
Packaging Tape MIX ’N MATCH Buy 1 at $2.99 GET 2 FREE
Stretchable Book Cover or Highlighters MIX ’N MATCH Buy 1 at $2.99 GET 2 FREE

COUPONS: (found within in the weekly ad)

2/$3 Fiji or Evian Water 1 liter limit 4
4/$5 Starbucks Frappuccino 9.5oz limit 4
FREE 2 Liter Diet Pepsi Max with purchase of four(4) 2 Liter Pepsi Products limit 1
Buy 3 Pepsi 12pk Get 1, Limited Edition Mountain Dew FREE
3/$3 Snapple 16 or 17.5 oz. limit 6
2/$1 Butterball Chicken Broth 14.5 oz limit 4
69 cents StarKist Chunk Light Tuna 6oz in water limit 3
69 cents Kraft Macaroni and Cheese 7.25 oz limit 4
3/$1 Hunt’s Tomatoes Sauce 8oz limit 6
5/$1 Royal Gelatin Original or Sugar Free limit 5
2/$2 Hershey’s or Nestlé Giant Candy Bar 4.25 to 5 oz. limit 4
99 cent Twizzlers 10 to 16 oz limit 6
2/$1.19 Trident Sugarless Gum 18 pieces limit 4
39 cent Mars Candy 1.24 to 2.17 oz. limit 6
$5.49 Sparkle Paper Towels 8 rolls Family Pack limit 2
2/$5 Quilted Northern Bathroom Tissue 4 double rolls limit 4
2/$4.29 Moth Balls 14oz Enoz limit 4
2/$1.79 Ajax Dish Liquid 16oz limit 2
3/$1 Ajax Cleanser 14oz. limit 3
2/99 cents Household Latex Gloves limit 4
2/99 cents Bowl Fresh Toilet Bowl Deodorizer limit 4
$4.99 Kodak 35mm PowerFlash Camera 800 speed, 27 exp. limit 3
$2.99 Duracell Coppertop Batteries - 4 pack AA or AAA, 2 pack C or D, Single 9 Volt - limit 3
Purchase 30 or more 4x6 in. digital prints, get up to 15 additional 4x6 in. digital prints FREE - Online orders must contain 45 or more prints to qualify. (not good with any other offers)
4x6 prints Process 1, get 2nd processed FREE. From original 35mm or APS roll or single use camera. Roll with least number of exposures will be FREE, based on normal roll capacity. Single set only. (not good with any other offer)
FREE Passport Travel Kit with purchase of passport photos ($9.99 vaue)
8/$1 2 Pocket Folders with Prongs limit 16
8/$1 Memo Books Penway®.• 50 sheet, 6x4 in.• 80 sheet, 3x5 in. limit 16
2/$5 Multipurpose Paper 400 sheet limit 4
99 cent Walgreens Liquid Hand Soap 7.5oz limit 3
99 cent Ivory Bar Soap 3pk limit 3
99 cent Skintimate or Edge Trial Size Shave Gel limit 3
$23.99 Infant Formula 25.7 oz. Similac Advance, Enfamil Lipil or Nestlé Good Start Supreme Powder. limit 2
$1 off Medication Flavoring - one coupon per order
$18.99 Prilosec OTC 28ct limit 2
$2 off Tylenol or Motrin - 80 or 100 ct. Tylenol, 100 ct. Motrin IB Tablets limit 3
99 cents Paper Plates - 80 pack, 9 in., 88 pack, 6 in. limit 3
$2.99 Spring Water 24pk limit 2
$4.99 Angel Soft Bathroom Tissue 12 double rolls

EASY SAVER COUPONS: (found next to the weekly ads at the front of the store)

Hershey's Candy 2/$4 8 to 9.2 oz. Less Coupon on 2 $1 Final Cost 2/$3
Off! Insect Repellent $5.99 - Citronella Oil Candle Holder, 3 pack Mosquito Lamp Refill, Yard/Deck, 16 oz.Our Price $5.99 Less Coupon $1 Final Cost $4.99
Garnier Nutritioniste Skin Renew Anti-Puff Eye Roller Our Price $12.99 Less Coupon $5 Final Cost $7.99
Dental Care - Crest Toothpaste, 6.4 oz., Oral-B Indicator Toothbrush Sale Price $2.39 Less Coupon $1 Final Cost $1.39
Efferdent Denture Cleanser 108pk Sale Price $5.99 Less Coupon $1 Final Cost $4.99
Listerine Whitening Quick Dissolving Strips 56pk Sale Price $24.99 Less Coupon $5 Final Cost $19.99

MAIL-IN REBATES: (see easy saver catalog for form)

Vacuum Storage Bags X-Large, 35x48 in. Our Price $9.99 Less Mail Rebate $9.99 After Rebate FREE
Vacuum Storage Bags 2 pack Travel Roll-up Bag or Large Bag Our Price $5.99 Less Mail Rebate $5.99 After Rebate FREE
Soft White Light Bulbs Walgreens. - 4 pack 40, 60, 75 or 100 watt, Single 3-way 30/70/100 or 50/100/150 watt Our Price $1.99 Less Mail Rebate $1.99 After Rebate FREE
Pitcher Filter Replacement Cartridge Walgreens. Fits Brita and Pur pitchers Our Price $6.99 Less Mail Rebaite $6.99 After Rebate FREE
Jane Be Pure Mineral Our Price $4.99 Less Mail Rebate $4.99 After Rebate FREE
Pantene Pro-V Restoratives or Expressions Our Price 2/$11.98 Less Mail Rebate on 2 $5.99 After Rebate 2/$5.99

AS SEEN ON TV: (same deals without shipping charges)

$29.99 Ontel Swivel Sweeper or Conair Compact Fabric Steamer
$19.99 Vidalia Chop Wizard or OneTouch Can Opener
$19.99 Porta-Book
$19.99 Kinoki Cleansing Detox Foot Pads
$19.99 Buxton Bag or Emjoi Tweeze System
$9.99 Ped Egg Pro or 3 Pack Replacement Blades
$9.99 Kitchen Helpers - Samurai Shark, Smart Lidz, 20 pack Debbie Meyer GreenBags or 12 pack BreadBags
$9.99 Household Helpers - Gopher Pick Up & Reaching Tool, Ontel Stick ‘N Click, 3 pack Mighty Putty, Clever Clasp, Auto Cool Solar Powered Ventilation System

newspaper

2008-07-27T11:42:00.002-05:00

PLEASE go and pick up your Sunday (or weekend) paper. There are a TON of coupons right now that will more than make up for the cost of your paper when paired with deals I'll show you later today. I'm going to list the weekly ads and then I'll post the deals that I came up with from these. It's going to be very important to start picking up your paper (or to find a neighbor or family member willing to part with their inserts). For our local area I usually pick up the Corpus Christi Caller Times. The bigger the city, the more inserts usually. lol Be sure to check all sections of your paper, too! Occationally I've found hidden coupons in different parts of the paper - like the Parade section.

This week I picked up both the Kingsville paper AND Corpus Christi. Here's what I got inside:

2 Walgreens weekly ad
CVS weekly ad
Target weekly ad
JC Penny weekly ad
CC Resturant Menu Guide (really cool find)
PARADE (includes great frugal and health tips, a couple of coupons, and had WalMart rollbacks)
Landry's seafood coupons insert
Red Plum insert (coupons)
Smart Source insert (coupons)
other store inserts that I don't have a use for this week such as Circuit City and Conn's (I did scan them for coupons and there were none - but that doesn't mean there won't be a good deal for you if you're in need of something.)

Even if I buy these papers, the manager of our apartment complex still always delivers me her inserts for even bigger savings. Say something is 2 for $$, but your coupon is only good for one item - you can pair it with two coupons since you're buying two items and maximize your savings!

a few more coupons and freebies to note (posted july 26th)

2008-07-26T14:35:00.003-05:00

Orange Julius is giving out free samples July 26 (12-4) & 27th (1-4).

Free ebook, "Getting It All Done" by Marilyn Boyer.
use coupon code HST during checkout and get it for free!
from the website:
Have you ever felt overwhelmed with the demands of parenting? Life is certainly a challenge for parents, and especially those who accept the added responsibility of home education. But there are ways to make life easier and more productive, and this workshop discusses some of those. Marilyn Boyer, mother of fourteen children and a veteran home educator of twenty-two years` experience, shares her techniques for accomplishing a mammoth amount of housework while giving her children a superior education at the same time.

Scrubbing Bubbles Action Scrubber starter kit $2.75 coupon
If you still have the mail-in rebate from the SmartSource newspaper insert, this will basically pay you to try it rather than just getting it for free. (thanks to moneysavingmom)

did you know?

2008-07-26T13:34:00.002-05:00

DID YOU KNOW? While anxiety and stress have long been linked with negative health effects, British researchers at University College London have found that being happy protects against cardiovascular disease, diabetes, autoimmune deficiencies and stress-related illnesses.

DID YOU KNOW? According to Gallup Consulting’s research, “the best way to develop people and net the greatest return on investment in their growth is to identify their talents, then help them add the skills and knowledge that build strengths—the ability to provide consistent, near-perfect performance.” This indicates that if you do something you love and have a talent for, you’ll excel.

DID YOU KNOW? Japanese researcher and doctor of alternative medicine Masaru Emoto showed that water carries energy and is affected by music, words and prayer.

DID YOU KNOW? According to the Pew Forum on Religion and Public Life, 16% of Americans have switched their religious identities at some point in their lives (a statistic based on the 2001 American Religious Identification Survey)? So whether you grew up in a faith-based household, with no spiritual guidance at all or are just curious as to what’s out there, it’s OK to question faith, and to embark upon your own spiritual journey.

DID YOU KNOW? Throughout the world 300,000 women give birth each day.

DID YOU KNOW? In households with both parents, babies will say “dada” before “mama” (or versions of them) more than 55% of the time.

DID YOU KNOW? There are more than 127,000 adoptions completed in the United States each year?

DID YOU KNOW? According to The Stepfamily Foundation, more than 1,300 stepfamilies are formed everyday in the United States.

DID YOU KNOW? Americans spend 9 million hours every year looking for something they’ve misplaced.

DID YOU KNOW? If every American replaced one standard 60-watt incandescent light bulb with a compact fluorescent bulb, the energy savings could power a city of 1.5 million people.

DID YOU KNOW? The average debt per U.S. household is $9,882, according to Cardtrak.com. You don’t have to share that number. By taking control of your finances one step at a time, you’ll have more freedom than you ever imagined.

DID YOU KNOW? 40% of Americans say they live beyond their means. In fact, the U.S. has the lowest personal savings rate of any industrialized nation.

DID YOU KNOW? According to The Wall Street Journal, the average person can expect to spend about 20 years in retirement. This is your chance to start making the best of those years, before they even begin.

DID YOU KNOW? According to the Market Science Institute, grocers depend on 60% of your purchases to be impulse buys. That’s 60% of your grocery bill spent on things you never intended to put in your cart! Think how much money you could save by simply determining ahead of time what to buy and not falling for fancy gimmicks.

coupons and freebies (posted july 26th)

2008-07-26T10:06:00.002-05:00

Tonight is the television premiere of Hannah Montana & Miley Cyrus: Best of Both Worlds concert in 3-D (on Disney or Stars). You can pick up your FREE 3-D GLASSES at your local Walmart in the back to school bin. Pick up some extras if available because we've been having fun putting them on and looking at everything and seeing if the glasses make anything look cooler. 3-D glasses are also available in this week's TV Guide (but you have to pay for the book).

This site has a list of FREE online games for kids to play!

This site features print and play toys. Got a printer and some paper? Make your own toys!

Free Earth Day resources for kids (printables, activities, etc) - easy ways to teach children about going green!

Write to your favorite PBS characters here. (look in the bottom right corner)

Get 10,000 FREE flyer miles for college graduates from United.com
(must be received within 12 months of graduation)

Free sample of Meow Mix Wholesome Goodness here

Here is a really cool list of a TON of phobias

Sign up here for a free paper/canvas sample kit (7 papers, 2 canvas)

Get free "green" products if you agree to write a review here

Teachers can receive a FREE DVD for every year you teach from this site

Here is a list for teachers of online stores that provide a discount for teachers

Get a free copy of the Online Fraud Report here

Send FREE POSTCARDS from hippopost.com

If you feel like you've ever been ripped off, order a FREE copy of the Consumer Action Handbook

Print a certificate to receive a FREE Enfamil diaper bag

Fill out form and receive $8.00 off Science Diet coupon
Plus PetSmart is offering a $5 gift card mail-in rebate for Science Diet purchase (and others).
You could end up with a REALLY good deal if you combine the two.
(PetSmart offer expires 08/18)

Print a $1.00 off Guerrero coupon

Save $1.00 on Michelina's Lean Gourmet Entrees coupon

Join Uncle Ben's family and print a $1.00 off coupon

Printable $5.00 off a $25 (non-alcoholic beverage) purchase from Joe's Crab Shack coupon

$1.50 Mail in Rebate for Orajel products
Fill out this survery and get Orajel coupons
(these two combined would probably get you free stuff)

Here are $9.50 worth of some Rembrandt coupons

Buy 1 Get 1 FREE Jamba Juice coupon

COUPONS EXPIRING SOON:

Free 7 day pass at 24 hour fitness coupon
(expires 07/31)

Get $10 denim jeans from Avenue coupon
(expires 07/31)
Get $10 Chinos shorts from Avenue coupon
(expires 07/26)

Save $5 on purchase of $25 or more at Babies R Us coupon
see coupon for restrictions
(expires 07/27)

Save 15% on one item at Barnes and Noble coupon
(expires 07/28)

Fill out this survey for a $1.99 Blockbuster movie coupon
(expires 07/31)

30% off list price of one item with $10 purchase Borders coupon
(expires 07/27)

$10 off purchase of $50 or more Carter's coupon
(expires 07/30)

20% off next purchase at Children's Place coupon
(expires 07/31)

Private Sale Savings Pass to DressBarn coupon
20% off sale and clearance items
25% off sale and clearance items with use of dressbarn credit card
(expires 07/27)

Express $20 off $75 purchase OR $10 off $20 purchase coupon
(expires 07/28)

Family Christian Stores 25% off regular priced item or 10% off sale item coupon
(expires 07/27)
FCS Buy 1 item get 2nd item 50% off coupon
(expires 07/27)

30% off Friends and Family sale at (all) Foot Locker coupon
(expires 07/27)

Book online with Glamour Shots and receive coupon code
FREE Session for all family members
FREE Makeover for up to 2 family members
FREE Professional portrait session ONLY $10 for each additional makeover
1 FREE 8x10 standard, color portrait
INSTANT Viewing of your proofs
(expires 07/31)

20% off entire regular price purchase Michael's coupon
(expires 07/26)

The Limited $30 off purchase of $100 or $20 off $60 purchase coupon
(expires 07/30)

it's almost christmas time!

2008-07-26T02:58:00.005-05:00

I figured out today that if we buy one Christmas gift every payday (not including this one), that would be 10 people that will have presents this year that otherwise wouldn't if we waited till the holiday season. Or if we ended up buying one present for all three girls every payday, they'd each have 10 gifts each! With all the savings and good deals I've been finding, it would be super easy to up the number of people every payday. One just seems like an easy and doable plan. That's 10 more people than we bought for last year. lol It's easy to find quality presents for low cost. For us, it's more the thought that counts rather than the cost. One year I couldn't get my brother anything even though we promised to gift each other. I ended up getting old baby pictures of us together and put them into a multi-photo frame and gave it to him for Christmas that year. He was really proud of it - and still is. It's really not the cost, but the thought behind it. I think if we start now it will be easier to gift everyone this year - including our own children. Be on the lookout for gifts at your local garage sales, thrift stores, antique stores, clearance racks, and even weekly sale ads.

I guess it's never too early to take care of Christmas shopping. I know we're always low on money around that time of year and usually can't get anything for anyone. There's been a time or two when we even waited till after Christmas sales to get things for the girls. It'll feel good to go ahead and get this stuff early and be able to bless our family this year.

suh-weet

2008-07-25T14:21:00.003-05:00

It's been a long time since I've actually "won" anything. I'm really good at getting things for free, but not necessairly being the only person who will get a certain item. I've been following a Charleston, SC site because I have several friends in that area. To get more people to the site, she's offering free stuff twice a week. This particular gift was over a two day period. You have to watch the site for the item to switch from Inactive to Active over this two-three day period. The first person to contact Laura when it is switched to Active gets a FREE prize (no charge, no shipping, no catch)!

Last prize was a Blockbuster gift card. Today I won a $20 Borders gift card! Next prize up for grabs will be a $10 Chick-fil-A gift card between July 25th and July 27th. Head on over there and try to win it! Look around the site, too! Laura has some neat stuff posted - like recipies and favorite hot spots. http://www.itsfreefromme.com/

parents' day is july 27th, 2008

2008-07-24T22:44:00.008-05:00

Parental figures in the United States will receive the recognition for the role they play in their children’s lives on Parents’ Day on July 27, 2008. The day aims to promote responsible parenting and to recognize positive parental role models. It celebrates the special bonds of love between parental figures and their children. Every 4th Sunday in July is National Parents' Day. Here are some fun ways to celebrate in your household:

What Kids Can Do:

A note left on their pillow at night
Breakfast in bed
Tea or coffee brought to them anytime
The laundry folded
A younger brother or sister's room cleaned
Flowers or branches put in vases around the house
Call a family meeting and ask the children to say what they appreciate about their parents
Volunteer to do something without being asked
Clean out the car
Give a big hug and say I love you
Draw a picture of your parents.
Write a special poem for your parents: Or give children questions about their parents for them to finish, such as "I love it when my mom and dad..........." Draw pictures to go with the poems or stories and make a book.

Ideas to do together as a family:

21 ideas here
Family Craft Ideas
More ideas all over this website
Also, check out these printable Parents' Day cards here!

coupons and freebies (posted july 24th)

2008-07-24T21:04:00.004-05:00

If you have a registered Starbucks card, you can take that in to any Starbucks store on July 25-26, 2008 and get a free Vivanno blend. If you don't have one, go get one and register it online here.

Don't forget about the exclusive Discount Hero freebie contest here

Free Alli "We Lost It" book here from Walmart

Free Benefiber single serve packs here from Walmart

Free Oatmeal Crisp cereal here from Walmart

Free sample of Gillette shampoo here from Walmart

Free sample of kids' Dandy-Lyon Bites here

Free Vegetarian Starter Kit from PETA here

Join M.O.O (mothers of organic) and receive a free welcome kit here
includes kids' activity flyer, newsletter, bumper sticker and valuable coupons for Organic Valley products

Fill out this form and type a comment that you would like free samples from Borghese Cosmetics.

Free sample of Scoop NYC perfume here

Free Healthy To Go sample products (one of each) by filling out this form

Countdown to Wedding Bliss Sweepstakes - Be one of the first 10,000 iVillage members to respond and you can get a *FREE Schick® Intuition Plus® razor here

Get $1.00 off All Small and Mighty coupon

Save $7.00 on Crest Whitestrips coupon by mail

are we for real?

2008-07-24T15:33:00.003-05:00

Today was the day - the day we downgrade our services. I just got off the phone with our satellite company and our phone company. We went from having the biggest satellite package to the smallest. That saved us over $60 a month. It might take some getting used to, but I know there are families out there who don't ever watch television. God forbid it forces us to talk to each other and hang out more often! haha We also had a home phone and internet plan. Considering we have cell phones, we opted out of having a home phone line. There's several reasons we decided to keep the internet line. However, by ditching the home phone line (that never even had a phone hooked up to it), we are saving another $100 a month.

So there's $160 savings every month by making a few phone calls and living more frugally. It feels awesome. :) This is just the beginning.

cool thing alert!!!!!

2008-07-24T10:01:00.009-05:00

I've been using a new service online that I think all of you should try. It's really helping me stay organized. It's Cozi.com - an online family organizer. I'm sure you've seen a ton of different online organizers that claim to simplify your life but this is really the first one I've found that works for ME. It's so fantastic that it will work for your entire family.

First - you add yourself and all of your family members and assign each of them a color and a separate color for the entire family. When you add events to your calendar, you can color code it so that you will be able to tell which person has stuff going on. You can even add multiple family members to each of the calendar entries. When you're done, Cozi will save everything on your account and you can also print it off in weekly or monthly form. It's super easy for the whole family to know what is going on.

Second - you can make TONS of lists. Grocery list, To do list, Garage sales list, etc. You can even save recipies. You have total creative freedom. I actually made a different list for each of the stores I shop at so I can keep track of the things I need to buy from those stores. Each list will have its own color so that it is easy to separate. The best part is that you can add your mobile phone numbers for each family member (my children are obviously too young to have a cell phone, but it would be great for older kids). On the Cozi website you can actually have these lists sent to your mobile phone or to your spouse or kids. Maybe your husband is leaving work and you have a list of things you need him to pick up before he gets home. Cozi makes it possible to text a list to him so that he won't have any excuse to forget everything you wanted him to pick up. Or maybe you need your teenager to meet you somewhere. Make a list of the directions of where to meet up and send it to them via Cozi.com! You can even have your saved recipies sent to your phone! What's better than that??? If you happen to be out of the house and decide to stop by the store unplanned, Cozi offers a number you can call to retreive the list you need!! How cool is that?!?

Third - there is a mini-blog where you can detail little things that happen in your life. Whether you want to make note of something that happened on vacation, baby's first words, or whatever you wish, you can blog it on Cozi. You can even add a little picture next to the blog. As of right now Cozi doesn't allow others to view this blog. It's a family only view. They hope to eventually make it to where extended family or public can view it. For now though, only you and your family can see it.

Fourth - there is a collage screen saver that you can personalize with your own pictures. That's pretty self explanatory and you can view what it looks like when you check out the website. You'll have all of your organized information and favorite pictures in a quick view on this screensaver.

This has helped my family already and we've only been using it for a few days. It was too cool that I couldn't resist blogging about it here. Best of all - it's a free service!!! (although texting rates will apply via your cell phone provider)

get some coupons

2008-07-23T23:45:00.003-05:00

I have posted a few of these previously, but some are brand new. Hope these help!
(and don't forget to leave your name and email on this post for our first giveaway)

Save $1.00 on one 46 oz. bottle of NESTLÉ® JUICY JUICE® HARVEST SURPRISE™
(plus register with juicyjuice.com and get a free sippy cup)

Save $6.55 on Nestle products with these coupons

$8.00 in Target coupons are here

Family Christian Stores:
Buy 1 item get 1 item 50% off here (expires 07/26)
Buy 1 item get 1 item 50% off here (expires 08/02)
Take an additional 20% off your entire purchase including sale items here (expires 08/02)

American Greetings:
BOGO at HEB here
BOGO at CVS here
BOGO at your own store pick here

Save $10.85 with BoxTops coupons here

Get $4.00 in DAWN dish soap coupons here

$2.00 off Foster Farms Dinosaur shaped nuggets here

Save $1.00 on Honey Nut Cheerios here

NEUTROGENA:
Save $2.00 on Neutrogena T-Gel shampoo here
Save $2.00 on Neutrogena Wave here

Get a $2.00 coupon from Kashi when you sign up on the website

Save $1.00 on Rice Krispies with Strawberries cereal with this coupon

Get $3.00 in Malt-O-Meal cereal coupons here
(plus fill out the form to request MoM at your store and get an extra $1.00 coupon)

Pampers Gifts to Grow are offering a free box of Cheerios cereal with your points. Details here

Sign up and save $2.00 on Advil here

Save $1.00 on Glade PlugIns scented oil refill here

Save $8.00 on Scrubbing Bubbles products here

Save $2.00 on any Veet product here

stay tuned... more coupons are on the way!

take a crack at good nutrition

2008-07-23T23:28:00.000-05:00

(reposted from mydailymoment.com)

Recent research has uncovered some "eggs-traordinary" findings about eggs. The once frowned upon breakfast food is actually quite nutritious. In the past, eggs got a bad rap for being a cholesterol-rich food. However, the latest research suggests eating whole eggs may actually result in significant improvement in one's blood lipids. Eggs contain a wide array of essential vitamins and minerals and supply high-quality protein, carbohydrates and fat. A single egg provides approximately 5.5 grams of protein. In addition to their wonderful nutritional content, eggs have been shown to aid in weight loss.

easy bakeware

2008-07-23T18:13:00.002-05:00

Easy Bakeware has FREE cookware, household products, pocketbooks, handbags, radios, watches, clocks and much more and you only pay (cheap) shipping!!! Limit one product at a time. Choose the option for a 7 day free trial with passport to fun and pay only $1 shipping. Otherwise shipping is only $7.95! This is a super easy way to start stocking up for Christmas gifts!

an exclusive discount hero freebie

2008-07-23T16:25:00.006-05:00

If you like reading this blog and would like a really cool freebie, I'm giving away 2 FREE window decals to help promote my blog. All you have to do is leave your name and email address in a comment. I will randomly select TWO names on Monday July 28th. You will be contacted by email and must respond within 48 hours to claim your prize.

The window decal measures 4.8" x 4.8" and sticks on from the inside of the window. Good luck!!

FREE prints at CVS

2008-07-22T16:05:00.003-05:00

Leslie pointed out to me that CVS is running a free prints promotion. Here's the scoop:

1) Create a photo account
(this is a different account that the one you've signed up with at cvs.com)

2) Get 20 prints FREE and an extra 30 prints when you add your extra care card number.

Already have an account?
BUY 50 GET 20 4X6 PRINTS FREE!
Enter promo code: 50get20 and pay for only 30!
discount applied in shopping cart
send-out processing not included
in-store: coupon will print out for the offer of 20 when the qualifying purchase has been made.
limit 100 free prints per visit.

coupons and freebies (posted july 22nd)

2008-07-22T12:38:00.005-05:00

Free sample of Murad Resurgence here

Free GeoTrax DVD here. (click United States from the dropdown menu in the upper right corner)
Limit one per household.

Get a free 64-count popup tub of Huggies® Soft Skin® Shea Butter Baby Wipes here

Free sample of Glad force-flex trash bags here from Sam's club (membership number optional)

Free Metamucil starter kit here

Free Obama button here

Free set of 6in rulers for TEACHERS ONLY here

Free sample of Tide Total Care from Walmart here

Vote for your favorite shave here and click to get a free Schick Quattro Titanium.

Free sample of McCormick™ Montreal Steak Seasoning when you enter a sweepstakes for $150 of groceries from Red Plum.

Free sample of Canine Wellness Formula here

Free sample of EarthBlend Dog food here

Duncan Donuts coupons and freebies here

$4.00 in Dawn coupons are here

Save $1.00 on Glade scented plug in refill here

Get Veet coupons here

Save $2.00 on Neutrogena Wave here

$1.50 Cheesecake Factory cheesecake on July 30th.
Also, the 30th Anniversary Chocolate Cake Cheesecake with .25 going to the national hunger-relief organization, America’s Second Harvest
More details here. (click on "what's new" and follow the link)

Barnes and Noble has a buy 2 paperbacks get 1 FREE

hurricane deals for you

2008-07-22T11:19:00.006-05:00

Here's some deals that were obvious to me. As we're preparing for the hurricane, I've been looking at some foods that we can keep around that we won't have to worry about heating up or keeping cold. If you're in need... check these deals out.

You might pick up a bottle of vitamins and hand sanitizer from Walmart.
I'm not sure of the cost of vitamins, but even flintstones or generic will work. You are guaranteed to not eat as healthy so take some vitamins to help prevent getting sick.
If you go to the trial size section at Walmart, the hand sanitizer is 50 cents.

Walmart had the small bags of Malt o Meal cereals on sale for $1.
Write a letter to your local grocery store here and print $1 off coupon.
There are three other coupons for $1.00 off on this page.
You can pretty much get 4 bags of Malt o Meal cereal for FREE!!!

CVS has pepsi 12pks 4/$11 (most others have coke 3/$11)
and you'll pick up $3.00 extra bucks when you buy 4.
(you can get some baby wipes with those extra $3 - CVS has 72 ct baby wipes 2/$4)

Off bug repellant is $3.99 at CVS

You can go to HEB and get some cans of spaghetti o's or similar for less than $1 each.
That would be good if you don't mind eating it cold.
(note: pack a can opener!)

HEB also has Hill Country Fare 24pk soda $4.49

HEB has a deal to buy Guerrero Flour Tortillas 20 ct. and get a free bag of thin potato chips

I think HEB also still has the buy a box of graham crackers get marshmellows and chocolate bars free.

HEB has Hill Country Fare Drinking Water 24pk $3.79

NOTE: Most of these HEB deals end TODAY so hurry in to stock up. There is also a new sale ad that comes out today but I haven't picked it up yet and it isn't posted up on their website yet.

Walgreens has a store ad coupon for 2/$1 big roll toilet paper
also, a coupon for 59 cent paper towels

Walgreens has bags of snacks for 2/$3
• Indiana Kettlecorn, 3.5 or 4 oz.• Cracker Jack, 7 oz.• Family Time Popcorn, 6 oz.• Chex Mix, 8.75 oz.• Poore Brothers Kettle Chips, 6.75 oz.

Walgreens has dried fruit $3
• Mariani, 10 to 20 oz.• Ocean Spray Craisins, 12 oz.

Walgreens has a store ad coupon for dried fruit/trail mix 99 cents
Deerfield Farms
limit 3

Walgreens has a store ad coupon for baked beans 16oz for 79 cents
limit 3

Walgreens has a store ad coupon for Bumble Bee tuna 79 cents
limit 3

Walgreens has a coupon for Bic lighters 5 pk plus 1 bonus 2/$5
limit 4

Walgreens has a coupon for double zipper bags 99 cents
• 50 pack Sandwich• 20 or 25 pack Storage
limit 3

Walgreens has a coupon for batteries 16pk $4.99
AA or AAA
limit 3
Heavy duty batteries • 12 pack AA• 8 pack C or D• 6 pack 9 Volt $2.99 with store ad coupon

Walgreens has Buy 1 get 1 free on School Zone, Activity, Sound or Licensed Coloring Books
(they start at $1.99 and would make a good activity for the kids if you're staying in a hotel or even for the road)
Walgreens (and Walmart) also has really cheap school supplies that you might stock up on for kid entertainment.

Walgreens has 24pk Dasani bottled water - buy 2 get 1 free with EasySaver coupon.

Walgreens also had yellow rubber cleaning gloves on clearance yesterday for 50 cents.

Check here for coupons on Cheerios snack mix and Curves granola bars

Don't forget these previously posted deals:

FREE FitSmart bar printable c

FREE sammie from Quiznos
(this would be good if you see a Quiznos on the way out of town)

Get a FREE jump at the pump from Firestone
(great if you have the time before leaving town)

oh, and don't forget the regular coupon sites that might have extra coupons for foods you don't have to heat or keep cold:

http://www.coupons.com/
http://www.couponsurfer.com/
http://www.smartsource.com/

take note that some coupons will work to get some trial size items for free (like tylenol, shave gel, etc)

huricane dolly

2008-07-21T21:14:00.003-05:00

I do apologize for this week being behind on the updates. Things are coming up and I haven't had the time to blog anything. My goal is Thursday at the latest to get some deals to you. Yesterday I was busy taking care of my sick little 2 year old. Today I woke up to news that Hurricane Dolly might be headed in our direction, so we've been working on coming up with plans A, B, and C (D, E, and F too) to evacuate if we need to. It's hard for my family because my husband works on a military base and has to stay there if he's on shift when they decide to evacuate. So we have to come up with last minute plans because we have one vehicle and don't know till last minute if he's getting to leave or not. The closest people we know in Texas are my husband's family in North Texas. That always seemed far to go just for a hurricane. I'd rather stay nearby. The sooner I see my husband again, the better. Ya know?

Today's planning definitely brought up some ideas for a future project. I would love to detail how to get a cheap hurricane kit put together. Ideas for where to stay when you do have to evacuate and don't have family nearby. These are things my family is not used to. Tornadoes, yeah. Hurricanes? Not so much. I think it would make a great project to see how cheaply I can put together a hurricane kit though.

weekly ads (july 20th - 26th)

2008-07-21T01:07:00.004-05:00

Dealing with a very sick 2 year old today (by myself) has drained me. I don't have the time or energy to sit and type out the ads tonight. Instead, just this once, I'm going to just link them for you to view. Tomorrow I will get back on the bandwagon and list the deals I've come up with for this week. HEB weekly ad comes out again Tuesday so I'll let ya know what happens with that this week too.

WALGREENS

CVS

WALMART

TARGET

WORLD MARKET (includes a 10% off coupon on the last page)

TOYS R US (good back to school deals here, too)

pull up a corner

2008-07-20T22:02:00.001-05:00

(reposted from first30days.com)

My house is too small. Wah. I need more space. Wah! Whether you're buying a new home or staying put for a while, you can totally make the space work for you with a little...you guessed it...change! Your house is only as big as the number of places to "do" something in each room.

Take the living room, for example. If there’s one furniture grouping, that’s one place to “be.” But add a chair and lamp in one corner, and now you have two places to hang out in the same room. The space instantly seems bigger!

To put this philosophy to the true test, make yourself a breakfast nook—someplace to relax and have a cup of coffee, read the paper, or just get away from the hustle and bustle of the rest of the house. Clear a corner in the kitchen or dining room, add a chair and a little café table and deem it off-limits to the rest of the family. Whaddaya know? Simply moving some furniture around or adding a few pieces is a dramatic shift! This place seems bigger—and more personal—already.

skin-replenishing foods

2008-07-20T21:57:00.002-05:00

(reposted from mydailymoment.com)

If you want to look great, you can't neglect the most obvious part of your body: your skin. Forget investing in expensive skin products. If you really want your skin to radiate, then pay close attention to the foods you eat and what you drink. When it comes to healthy skin, nothing beats the wonders of water. Water helps prevent dry skin and can help make your skin glow by flushing harmful toxins from your body. It's also important to eat plenty of foods high in Vitamins E, C and A. Some of these foods include almonds, apples, blueberries, carrots, low-fat dairy, fish, flaxseed, pomegranate juice and sweet potatoes.

coupons and freebies (posted july 20th)

2008-07-20T20:46:00.002-05:00

Free Audi poster from Nitto Tire here

Free sample of Cuisinart Coffee here

Free sample of Nature's Family Sun Crystals sweetener here

Free sample of Stevia sweetener here

Free FitSmart bar coupon here
expires July 31st.

Buy 1 Get 1 Free American Greetings cards here
type in your zip code and follow a short survey.
note that whatever store you click on your survey will be the store you will need to use the coupon at. As a freebie to you, I am posting one from CVS and one from HEB so go ahead and get another wherever you want.

$2.00 off Foster Farms Dinosaur shaped nuggets coupon

$1.00 off Honey Nut Cheerios coupon

national night out

2008-07-20T18:34:00.002-05:00

National Night Out coming Tuesday, August 5th.
Texas only will celebrate October 7th this year.

National Night Out is a crime and drug prevention event in which your entire community meets up to be introduced to each other with a night of fun events. Click on the link for more information and how to become involved in your community.

school deals

2008-07-20T17:36:00.003-05:00

I am dealing with a very sick 2 year old today. It also happens to be a 24 hour mom-only duty day since my husband is on shift. I'll get up all the ads hopefully before I go to bed tonight, but if not, check back tomorrow.

However, I wanted to get up some back to school deals right now considering how quickly stores can sell out when there is a great deal out there. Good luck! Definitely hit up Walgreens' 5 cent deals!!!

WALGREENS:
29 cent filler paper with store ad coupon
limit 3

5 cent Penway highlighter with store ad coupon
limit 3

5 cent mini composition book with store ad coupon
limit 4

5 cent papermate mechanical pencil with store ad coupon
limit 3

5 cent Penway 2 pocket folder with store ad coupon
limit 5

99 cent Scotch mailing supplies

3/$1 Scotch Transparent tape with store ad coupon
limit 6

School Zone, Activity, Sound or Licensed Coloring Books Buy 1 Get 1 FREE
$1.99 - $9.99

FREE pilot G2 ink pen after mail in rebate
($1 sale with $1 mail in rebate = free)

FREE Crayola washable markers after mail in rebate
($2 sale with $2 mail in rebate = free)

99 cent Crayola 12pk colored pencils

Uni-ball gel pen 2/$3

99 cent 3 subject notebooks

Mean, Oxford, or Avery binders 1.5in - 3in $3.99

19 cent erasers

19 cent wood or flexable ruler with store ad coupon
limit 3

19 cent no.2 pencils 10pk with store ad coupon
limit 3

Buy 1 at 99 cents get 1 free stretchable book covers with store ad coupon
limit 8

39 cent Bic Bright highlighters 5pk with store ad coupon
limit 3

Buy 1 at $2.99 get 1 free 30pk sheet protectors

19 cents 100pk paper clips with store ad coupon
limit 2

1in poly binders 3/$2

99 cent tab dividers 5pk

2/$1 clear school box
(these are good for keeping coupons, too)

99 cent fabric carryall case

$1.99 4pk dry erase markers

$3.99 sharpie permanant markers 8pk ($6.99 value)

99 cent Penway all in one pencil set
Includes:• 14 No. 2 pencils• 6 eraser toppers• 4 pencil grips• Pencil sharpener

8/$1 pencils with store ad coupon
limit 16

3/$1 50 sheet legal pads with store ad coupon
limit 6

Licensed backpacks $9.99 (regular $15.99)

Backpack or messenger bag Buy 1 at $19.99 get 1 FREE

$5 fashion or oversized tote bags

3/$1 Penway crayons 8 or 24pk

3/$1 Penway washable glue 4oz

99 cent Elmer's glue stick

10 cent white poster board with store ad coupon
limit 5

2/$3 Puffs Tissue with store ad coupon
• 132 or 216 pack Family Size• 6 pack To Go
limit 4

(note: CVS didn't have any deals that Walgreens missed)

Walmart:
the entire store ad was similar to last week's ad but also included computer deals
see here

Target:
2/$6 3-ct. Pilot G2 rollergel pens with bonus mini gel pen, 4-ct. Expo dry erase markers, and more

20 cent erasers, rulers, pencil sharpeners, and glue sticks

2/$3 12ct no.2 pencils

88 cents 12ct colored pencils

50 cent folders

2/$3 one subject notebooks