Monday, August 31, 2009

Monday August 31, 2009

Today was a bit harder to drop Katie off at school. I wasn't volunteering today so I came straight home and it feels funny being here without her. She also has a little sinus cold and didnt' want to go to school. If you don't meet the amount of days that is required you could get kicked out of the program. So I sent her to school to spread her germs to the other kids. I know I am so nice but thats the way the school board wants it not me. If it was up to me I would of kept her home. Not like they are learning anything yet.

I am so excited about my garden after months of waiting it is starting to produce stuff. Hubby said there are alot coming out. We love cucumbers, the okra are taking a bit longer and the cantaloupe are growing really nice.











This was my project yesterday. I think next time I will try a different recipe. This one I had to make bread dough and it wasn't what I was really looking for. They are still yummy and of course I trusted my $3.50 pan again and it over cooked some more then I wanted them to be. Not burning them but they were crispy on the outer layer.







this week:
Colgate 360 ActiFlex Toothbrush: $2.99
Use $1/1 printable coupon
Receive $2.99 Register Rewards
Final Price = FREE plus possible overage
Carefree Ulta Protection Pantiliners (16 ct): $1.99
Use $1/1 printable coupon or $1/1 coupon from 8/30 Smart Source insert
Receive $1.99 Register rewards
Final Price = FREE plus possible overage
Dial Foaming Hand Wash: $1.50 (use in-ad coupon)
Use $.55/1 printable coupon
Final Price = $.95

Men’s Zone 6 Blade Razor System: $3.99
Receive $3.99 Register Rewards
Final Price = FREE

Reach Total Care Toothbrush or Dental Floss: $2.99
Use $1/1 coupon from 3/15 Smart Source insert
Receive $2 Register Rewards
Final Price = FREE

Rembrandt Toothpaste: $5
Receive $5 Register Rewards
Final Price = FREE

Theraflu Cold, Cough or Sinus Relief: $4.99
Use $2/1 printable coupon
Receive $3 Register Rewards
Final Price = FREE

Campbell's Soup--$0.69 after in-ad coupon
Buy 2 and use
$1/2 printable coupon
$0.19 each after coupons

Easy Mac Cups--$0.89 each after in-ad coupon
Use
$1/2 printable coupon
$0.39 each after coupon

Nursery water--2/$2 after in-ad coupon
Use
$1/2 printable coupon
$0.50 per gallon after coupons

Coffee Mate Liquid (16 oz.)--$1.50 each
Use
$1/1 printable coupon
$0.50 each after coupon
Nutri-Grain Bars, Special K Bars, Raisin Bran, Smart Start BOGO $3.99 (price est)
Use the $1/2 coupon in the Fuel For School insert
$1.49 each or less after coupon

this week:
Save $5 when you spend $25 at CVS with this coupon
Aquafresh Iso-Active Whitening Foaming Tooth Gel: $4.99
Use $1/1 printable coupon
Receive $3 ECBs
Final Price = $.99

Clairol Loving Care Hair Color: $4.99
Use $4/1 coupon from 8/2 P&G insert (expires 8/31)
Receive $2 ECBs
Final Price = FREE plus possible overage

Dawn Dish Liquid: $.97
Use $.20/1 coupon from 8/30 P&G insert
Final Price = $.77

Glade Scented Reed Diffuser or Soy Candle: $6.99
Use $3/1 printable coupon (zip code req’d) or $2/1 printable coupon
Receive $6.99 ECBs
Final Price = FREE plus possible overage

Sensodyne Iso-Active Foaming Gel Toothpaste: $4.99
Use $1/1 printable coupon
Receive $3 ECBs
Final Price = $.99

Welch’s Grape Jelly: Buy 2 for $6
Use 2 $.75/1 printable coupons
Receive $2 ECBs
Final Price = $1.25 each

Wet Ones Wipes: $1.99
Use $1/1 printable coupon
Final Price = $.99

Buy 1 Bounce Dryer Bar at $3.99, Get $1 ECBs (Limit 2?)
Use $2.50/1 from the
Vocal Point Home Mailer
$0.49 cents after coupon and ECBs

Revlon Cosmetics BOGO starting at $3.90
Use the $2/1 coupon in the Aug Glamour Mag
PLUS use the $1/1 coupon found in the 08-16-09 SS insert (or use 2 of these)

$.45 - $.99 and up after coupons

Tide $5.98
Use the $2/1 coupon found in the 08-09-09 RP insert
OR Use the $1/1 coupon found in the 08-30-09 PG insert
$3.98 to $4.98 after coupon - Limit 3


2010 Biosecurity For Birds Calendar Here

Alcavis bleach wipe Free sample Here










Thursday, August 27, 2009

Thursday August 27, 2009



Today was my baby girls first day of school. She looked so cute with her uniform and her backpack that is as big as her. She was so excited and loved it. I held it together and got a little teary eye when she was getting out of the car. She followed the teacher to her class and I was able to see her walk with her class to breakfast and while they were outside for snack time. What did she say they did today when asked? Nothing lol I had to ask her a question about everything to get an answer. She said she has a friend but does not know what her name is. She has been jumping off the walls since she got home. She even lost a button off of her skorts.

Total spent: 19.31 Total saved: 50.87 RR have to spend $2
I had fun yesterday at walgreens. I think they are finally starting to get some good deals. The huggies wipes are only .99 with their in store coupon for $2 off. It will only last until the end of this month. The boxes of rice krispies were only .50 each. Tape was .16 each the planters trail mix which are really yummy were .49 each. I needed the envelope to mail something but after coupon it came out to be .69 the benadryl spray was .49 each and the drink was extra to give to the kids. I did 3 transactions and I am sure they were ready for me to leave after that lol. I hope they keep the deals coming.
While I was out yesterday looking everywhere for a clear backpack that no stores had. I went to office max. After a long day of trying to find one I was getting this one even though it said it was $49.99-25%. I got to the register and it rang up 10.50 and gave 2.50 off so it was a good deal. I also was able to pick up construction paper in a pack for only $2 were at walmart the only pack I could find was $5. I love finding hidden deals.
If you download the free Big Kahuna Reef Game on Amazon.com right now, you'll get $5 in free MP3 credits added to your Amazon.com account!
Today is Thursday so if your feeling lucky you might want to give Old Navy coupon site a try to see if you can score one of those wonderful coupons. I would love to get another one to stock up on uniform pants for this upcoming winter. Reports are for $65 off of $100. Still only $35 for $100 worth of clothes. Good Luck.

Wednesday, August 26, 2009

Wednesday August 26, 2009

Ok I don't have much time b/c today is orientation for school. I remember when I first started school my mom was able to come with me on campus and stood there for a while which wasnt' long. Now you can't do that. You have to drop your child off at the gate and someone takes them to where they are suppose to go. Tomorrow I will be volunteering so I will be able to go check on her and also bring her school supplies to the class. Not sure how they expect them to carry all of that unless a parent brings it. I plan to be there often volunteering in the parenting center or the classroom. Hopefully I can hold it together until she gets out of the car lol.
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Monday, August 24, 2009

Monday August 24, 2009

After doing a search I found this nice website allrecipes.com for lunch box ideas. They even tell how to keep it warm or cold. I love the idea for the hot dog. Very smart but I wouldnt' do it just yet maybe when she gets a little older. I will still pack hot dog just trying to figure out how to keep it warm and still where it won't make her sick from eating it. Check this one out Hilbillyhousewife.com.
I am pretty much finished school shopping. I need to find construction paper , large safety pins, and a backpack and thats it. I still need to go to walgreens this week so maybe I will have some luck there. I went to family dollar and used the coupons that I printed out a couple of weeks back. The softsoap was $1.60 - $1.00 coupon=.60 so that was a good deal and it was a good size bottle. 2 of those were on her list. I found a Hannah Montana lunch bag for only $6.35 it was cheaper then the plan ones at walmart. I'm still looking for ideas for the lunch box. If you have any put under comments please. It will be very helpful. Katie is very excited to go to school. After coming home and showing her the lunch bag and all her supplies she started jumping up and down saying how excited she is. It was too cute.



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Free “Everything I Want” by Steve Rushton song download from the Hannah Montana The Movie album Here

The first 50,000 people to go here and take a quick survey will get a free snack tin of California Almonds.
Food Arts Magazine- Free Subscription

Free Back to School “Grab and Go” List to help get ready before school. printable Grab and Go lists


Rite Aid: New $5/$25 coupon Sign up here for the Rite Aid Weight Loss Program and you'll get over $50 in Rite Aid store brand coupons.


Free "Sprinklerman" Coloring Book Here

Bounce Bar $3.99
- Use the $1.50/1 Target coupon found in the 08-23-09 RP insert
- PLUS Use the $2.50/1 or $1.50/1 from the Vocal Point mailer, if you got it!

FREE to $.99 each after both coupons
Quaker True Delights Granola Bars $2.74 each - Receive $5 Gift card wyb 5
- Use five $1/1 coupons found in the 08-23-09 RP insert or PRINTABLE
$.74 each after coupons and gift card
Reece's Peanut Butter Cups $1.00
- Use the $.55/1 coupon found in the 08-23-09 SS insert
$.45 each after coupon
Aveeno Baby Care $3.50
- Use the $2/1 PRINTABLE
- PLUS Use the $1/1 PRINTABLE Target coupon

$.50 each after both coupons
Spongebob Toothpaste $1.99
- Use the $.75/1 coupon found in the 06-28-09 SS insert
- PLUS Use the $1/1 PRINTABLE Target coupon

$.24 each after both coupons
Fresh Apples $.99 lb.
- Use the $1 off PRINTABLE Target apple coupon
Get One Pound of Apples FREE!
Fresh Bananas $.69 lb.
- Use the $.50 off PRINTABLE Target apple coupon
$.19 per pound
new PRINTABLE Target coupons.
LeapFrog learning systems are clearanced in some stores for $24.95, use this link HERE to print out a $10 off coupon and get the whole system for only $14.95

Friday, August 21, 2009

Weekend August 21-23, 2009

Back to school shopping is alot harder then I thought. Everywhere we went yesterday did not have her size in the color that we need. So today we are going to try again. As far as the supply list teachers are very picky and the things they want are very hard to find. School for other kids have already started or parents knew for sure their child was going so they have been picking up things when they see it. Construction paper that is in a pack only of course we are finding just the ones that are in the pads. Thin mat that is red and blue-we found a thin mat but it was only blue and a red and blue one that was thick. I was out all day yesterday with no luck. I just hope today is better. Walgreens are out of the huggies wipes so if you find them good for you.
Click HERE to join the Brillo Consumer Advisory Panel.
Lowe's Build and Grow Clinics. Lowe's Build and Grow - Build a School Bus HERE Saturday August 22nd, 2009 from 10am to 11am. I forgot to remind you guys about this one. Sorry about that. Not sure if you can still sign up. Call your local Lowe's to find out.
Marie Claire 3 year subscription Here hurry before the offer is over.

This week at some point I will be making my way to CVS. I have been sitting out a bit lately but my ECB expire this week. If you guys dont know ECB are Extra Care Bucks that you get back after paying for a purchase. So its like my money. They don't count as coupons. This week. Since the kids are in school the deals are getting better.
3 day sale Sunday, Monday, Tuesday Only

Caliber or CVS Brand Composition Book 100 sheets .99 get back .99 ECB FREE Limit 2

Weekly Deals

Carefree Ultra Protection 16ct $3.79 get back $3.79 ECB FREE Limit 4
There are coupons out there for this check some of your magazines $1 off so they are paying you to buy these. click Here to print a $1 off coupon.

Playtex Gentle Glide 18 ct on sale for $2.99
Use $1 coupon from the samples they mail out very cheap for these. They are the best since they open as a cup and not a square like others will do. Who in the world is made like a square?

Glade Sense and Spray and lasting impressions if you buy $10 worth you will get back $3 ECB
They are on sale 2/$10
2@ $10
-2 x $4/1 MFQ= $8.00
=$2 out of pocket
Get back $3 ECB = $1 Money maker. I love when they pay me to take things home. Maybe I will get the sense and spray and donate it to the school so it don't smell like poop when you walk in. rofl You can do this 3 times per CVS card.

Starting Sunday
In the ad there is a coupon to get a Free 8x10 collage print.

Reach toothbrush in ad coupon .99 -$1 MFQ = Free Limit 3 you will have to give the MFQ 1st than the ad Q or it will beep and cashier will go crazy

Goody ouchless Hair Accessories $2.99 get back $2 RR = .99

Benadryl itch relief buy 2 x$3.99= $7.98
-2x$1 MFQ= 5.98
get back $5 RR = .98/2 = .49 each

Dawn dish washing liquid .99
-.25 MFQ= .74 limit 3

Rice Krispies box Cereal 2@ $5.00
-2x$1 MFQ
out of pocket $3 get back $2 RR = $1/2= .50 each

Tylenol is B1G1 on 20-24 ct Extra Strength 8 hr . Reg price $4.49.
Use 2 - $2/1 MQ's from 6/21/09 SS or 7/26/09 SS
get 2 boxes for .49/2= .25 each
(not all stores will take 2 coupons for a BOGO sale so becareful)
this is why it is important to watch while they scan.

Planters Trail mix .99 each in ad coupon x2= 1.98
-$1/2 MFQ = .98/2=.49 each

Listerine Agent Cool Blue, Smart Rinse 2 for $8
-BOGO Agent Cool Blue or Smart Rinse MFQ
$4 out of pocket get back $3RR =$1/2= .50 each
(look for the walgreens coloring books by the pharmacy .99 and comes with walgreen coupons there is one for this inside which would make it a money maker. Don't let them tear out the coupon just have them scan it)

-Scotch transparent tape 2 for $1 with ad q
buy 3 =$1.50 -$1 MFQ = .50/3= .16 each

this upcoming week. Doesn't start until Sunday. $5 off $25

composition books are buy 1 get 3 free

1 subject notebooks are buy 1 get 3 free

Colgate Total $2.49 -$1 MFQ Get back $2.49 Single Rebate Check- money maker
Toothpaste Coupons

Tylenol $2.99 - $1 MFQ Get back $2.00 SRC= Free I can't really make out what the count is or anything but hopefully this coupon will work toward it. $1/1 any Tylenol product


Biggest news my daughter got into preschool and its paid for by a grant woohoo. It will still cost alot of money for her to go to school. Uniform shirts are $16 each and the pants I didn't even look at yet. We do have a few hand me downs that will help us. She is really excited about going. Even though she says the uniforms are ugly and she doesn't want to go to school wearing that lol. Did I mention she is only 4.
Ok I tried the shrimp chow mein yesterday for lunch and it was pretty nasty. The liquid was oil and the seasoning pack was way too much. I probably should of left both of those out. The little shrimp that was in it had a sweet taste. So next time I will not buy the shrimp flavor.
Today is Friday. That means Free Chocolate.Go to RealChocolate.com and sign up for your coupon. I already got my limit at 4 so no more for me.

Sign up to receive a FREE Tilly's Back To School CD-ROM Here
At walgreens right now there are back to school flyers with $2 off walgreen coupons of huggies wipes. There are also some huggies manufactor coupons out there for maybe .75/1. You should only need 1 walgreens coupon for as many boxes as you want. Hand the MFQ 1st then the walgreens coupon. To get some really cheap wipes. These are thick wipes so 1 can get the job done alot of times. Prefect for back to school supplies also. Also the bic highlighters are on sale for .39 each with the coupon $1/2 you will get these free plus overage. Guess I will go to walgreens today. If you spend $25 you will get $5 RR back. Offer for $5RR is good through Saturday.

Free sample of Parent's Choice Immune Support Formula here.
Free Oasis Environmental-Packaging Sample Kit Here

Sky Taxi Screenshot 1 Sky Taxi Screenshot 2 Gamehouse game of the day today is Sky Taxi. Download it for free. It will have small ads during game play. They are not too bad. New game everyday.

Purex is currently accepting new applications to their Purex Insiders Program. Don't forget to click the last box to include you in coupons. Hurry before they stop taking applications.

Halls Coughdrops and Coupons Here

OLD NAVY is having a sale this Saturday. $1 for toddler and kids socks and adult basic tees for $3. Limit is 5. Make sure you get there really early. OLDNAVYWEEKLY.COM may have a couple of coupons left.


Buy One Get Deals:
Mrs. Pauls Fish Fillets or Sticks BOGO $7.79
- Use two $3/1 PRINTABLE coupons - use zip code 30013
$.89 each after coupon

Ronzoni Pasta BOGO $2.00 (seems super high $1.39)
- Use the $1/2 coupon found in the 08-02-09 RP insert
$.50 each after coupon (probably around $.19 each)

Filippo Berio Olive Oil BOGO $7.99
- Use two $1/1 PRINTABLE coupons
$2.99 each after coupons

General Mills Cookie Crisp Cereal BOGO $4.79
- Use the $1/2 coupon found in the 08-02-09 SS insert
$1.89 after coupon

Oral B Toothbrush BOGO $3.19
- Use the BOGO coupon found in the 08-16-09 RP insert
- coupon is for the cross action hopefully it is included!
FREE after coupon

Excedrin 20-24 ct BOGO $5.29
- Use two $1/1 coupons found in the 07-12-09 SS insert
$1.64 each after coupons

L'Oreal Pro Vive Shampoo or Conditioner BOGO $5.99
- Use two $1/1 coupons found in the 08-09-09 SS insert
$1.99 each after coupons

Chef Boyardee 10/$10 = $1.00 each
- Use B3G1 Free coupon found in the August All You
- OR Use the $1/5 coupon found in the 08-02-09 SS insert

$.75 - $.80 each after coupon

Free sample of Astroglide Natural personal Here

If you have things to get rid of as far as Happy meal toys, stuffed animals and somethings for a rummage sale (not clothes). Ask your childs school. They can use these things and the money they get from them goes back to the school.

Wednesday, August 19, 2009

Wednesday August 19, 2009

Yesterday we tried this Chicken Chow Mein for lunch. I liked it. It was cheap, fast and easy to make and had a pretty good taste. If you have some left over chicken it would taste yummy in it. At walmart they are only .50 can't beat that. I will buy this one again. I also bought the shrimp flavor which I will probably try tomorrow.
Last night for dinner I made homemade tortillas. Then warmed up left over red beans and stuck that on there. It was good and filling. These tortillas are also yummy with honey. I like making things from scratch the kids enjoy it and with these I also get a work out in there mixing and then rolling out the dough. Next time I will throw everything in the bread machine to mix it. I guess I will never figure out how people make them into those nice little circles.

Tonight on Bravo channel a new season of Top Chef starts. I like this show but hate it b/c it makes me hungry lol. I try to watch it after I have already eaten and cant eat anymore. 9/8c

Today I just got a total of 85 swagbucks in my account. Once I hit 85 I always cash out and get a $5 amazon.com gift card using up 45 swagbucks. I use swagbucks as my image search while posting here so it makes it easy to earn. There are also codes out there to earn even more swagbucks. Also if you get others to sign up under you and search you get swagbucks from them also. Its free, easy and I like the prizes. There are many other things you can get. Check it out to see if its something you can do.
Free Taylor Swift-Fifteen download Here
NoDoz Free sample from walmart Here. Hubby uses these when coffee doesn't work when working those crazy hours.
Next time you stop at McDonalds ask for a coupon book. They sell for $1 and the coupons don't expire til 12-31-2011. Its for Children under 12. The 12 coupons are for free baked pie, free small apple juice or milk jug, free small cone, and free apple dippers or small fries.
Free Film developing at Walgreens today only Here
Coupons.com has some really nice coupons on games. Add to your family game night collection. Print them out HERE.
Save $4 on Connect 4x4 game
Save $5 on Guesstures Game
Save $5 on Secret & Spies Game
Save $4 on Monopoly City Game
Save $5 on Pictureka Flipper Game
Save $4 on Hungry Hippos, Gator Golf, Giraffalaff, Limbo, Elefun

Target has some really good deals this week.
Skittles Crazy Cores--$0.52 (in the checkout lanes)
Use $1/1 Target coupon here
Free plus possible overage
Buy 1 General Mills Cereal Cup for $1
Use $1/1 Target web coupon
Final Price = FREE
Kellogg's Cinnabon Bars--$1.75-$2 (price varies at some Target stores)
Use
$0.50/1 Kellogg's Grain Snacks coupon
Stack with $1/1 manufacturer's coupon here
$0.25-$0.50 after coupons
Kellogg's Yogos--$1.75
Use $0.50/1 Target Kellogg's Fruit Snacks coupon here
Stack with $0.50/1 manufacturer's coupon here
$0.75 after coupons

Kellogg's Special K bars--$2.39
Use $0.50/1 Kellogg's Grain Snacks coupon here
Stack with $1/1 manufacturer's coupon here
$0.89 after coupons
Starkist Tuna Pouches-$1.33
Use
$0.50/1 Target coupon here (the pouches are over 11 oz.)
Stack with $0.50/1 manufacturer's coupon
here (You can go to play every day so you should be able to print one coupon per day.)
$0.33 after coupons

Baked Lays Chips--$2.33
Use
$0.50/1 Target coupon here
Stack with $1/1 manufacturer's coupon here (Click on the floating dollar sign.)
$0.83 after coupons

Mars candy bars--$0.75 each
Buy 2 and use $1/2 manufacturer's coupon from the 7/26 RedPlum insert
Stack with $1/2 Target coupon from the 8/2 RedPlum insert
Free after coupons

A-1 Steak Sauce (small bottle at Super Target)--$2.09
Use $2/1 coupon from the 8/16 SmartSource insert
$0.09 after coupon

Head and Shoulders Shampoo (travel size)--$1.00
Use $1/1 coupon from the 8/2 Proctor & Gamble insert
Free after coupon

Dove Body Mist (travel size)--$1.00
Use $1/1 coupon from the 6/28 RedPlum insert
Free after coupon

Dove Visibly Smooth Deodorant priced at $3.29
Use the $2/1 manufacturer's coupon here with
the $1/1 Target coupon here
$0.29 each after coupons
Tide Detergent (travel size)--$1.00
Use $1/1 coupon from the 8/2 Proctor & Gamble insert
Free after coupon

Oil of Olay Body Wash (travel size)--$1.00
Use $1/1 coupon from the 8/2 Proctor & Gamble insert
Final price: Free each after coupon

Bounty and Charmin Deal
Buy 1 Bounty Basic single rolls at $0.99 each
Buy 1 Charmin-To-Go (travel size) at $1.00 each
Use 1 $1.50 off both Charmin & Bounty Target coupon from 6/21 Smart Source insert (expires 8/31)
Use 1 $0.25/1 Bounty from 8/2 Proctor & Gamble insert (expires 8/31)
Use 1 $0.25/1 Charmin from 8/2 Proctor & Gamble insert (expires 8/31)
Free after coupons

Cottonelle wipes (travel size)--$0.99
Use $1/1 coupon from the 6/07 Smart Source insert (expires 8/31)
Free after coupon

Johnson & Johnson First Aid Kit (travel size)--$1.00
Use $1/1 coupon from the 5/17 RedPlum insert (expires 8/31)
Free after coupon

Banana Boat Sunscreen (travel size)--$0.99
Use $1/1 coupon from the 5/3 SmartSource insert (expires 8/31)
Free after coupon

Degree Body Mist (travel size)--$1.00
Use $1/1 coupon from the 6/28 RedPlum insert
Free after coupon

Vaseline Aloe Fresh lotion (travel size)--$0.99
Use
$1/1 coupon here
Free after coupon

Nexcare bandages (travel size)--$0.99
Use the
$1/1 coupon here (expires 8/31)
Free after coupon

Joint Juice (single bottle)--$1.00
Use $1/1 coupon here
Free after coupon

Hasbro Hungry Hippos or Connect Four (travel size), $4.99
$4/1 Hasbro printables
$0.99 after coupon
4-count Lipton To-Gos at the register $.99
$1/1 Lipton coupon
Free after coupon