Wednesday, February 26, 2014

CVS Good Deals 3/2-3/8

*19-32 Load Tide $5.94...$1 Printable 
*12-13oz Gold Emblem Jelly Beans $.99...Get $.99EB
*Cadbury Single Egg, Mini Eggs, Hershey's Egg or Bunny $.87... Get $.87EB
*2-2.7oz Fixodent $4.99...Get $2.49EB... $2.50MQ (3/2 PG) (Limit 2)
*Crest 3D White Brilliance Toothpaste $5.99... Get $4.25EB... $.75MQ (3/2 PG) (Limit 2)
*Crest BE Paste $4.99... Get $3.25EB...  $.75MQ (3/2 PG) (Limit 2)
*Crest Sensi Relief Toothpaste $4.99... Get $3EB... $1MQ (Limit 2)
*Crest ProHealth Rinse $2.99... Get $1.25EB... $.75MQ (Limit 2)

Checkout51 Offers 2/27-3/5

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Here are the upcoming Checkout 51offers for the week of 2/27 to 3/5 (remember you can redeem these from either your computer or your smart phone)….
**You can  GO HERE to check the offers thru 2/26**
Carrots – Any type of pre-packaged carrots.
Cash back: $0.25
Oscar Mayer Deli Fresh lunch meat – Any variety.
Cash back: $0.50
Buy 2: Kellogg’s Raisin Bran – Any variety. Excludes single serve packs. Items must appear on the same receipt.
Cash backL $1.00
Buy 2: Kellogg’s Pop Tarts – Any variety. Items must appear on the same receipt.
Cash bacK: $1.00
Buy 2: belVita Soft Baked Breakfast Biscuits – 8.8 oz, any variety. Items must appear on the same receipt.
Cash back: $1.00
Wish-Bone salad dressing – 16 oz or larger, any variety.
Cash back: $0.35
Buy 2: Kellogg’s Krave – Any variety. Excludes single serve packs. Items must appear on the same receipt.
Cash back: $1.00
Aveeno Facial Care products – Any variety. Excludes cleansing bars and moisturizing bars.
Cash back: $1.00
Buy 2: Any Neutrogena® products – Excludes bar soap and trial sizes. Items must appear on the same receipt.
Cash back: $2.00
Buy 2: TRISCUIT Crackers – 7.6 oz or larger, any variety. Items must appear on the same receipt.
Cash back: $1.00
Honey Maid Grahamfuls – 8 count or higher, any variety.
Cash back: $1.00
Buy 2: HALLS Drops Bags – Bags 17 count or higher, any variety. Items must appear on the same receipt.
Cash back: $1.00

Sunday, February 23, 2014

Meijer Good Deals 2/23-3/1

*Family Pack Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast $1.96/lb
*Strawberries 2/$4
*Grapes $1.69/lb
*24ct Pepsi Products 2/$11 (Limit 4)
*Kraft Chunk or Shredded Cheese 3/$6
*3# Red Delicious, McIntosh, Ida Red or Jonathan Apples 2/$5
*Mission Tortillas BOGO
*Combos BOGO
*Buy 8 of the following & save $8 instantly (Limit 2 Offers)
     -Crystal Light $1.99
     -Philadelphia Cream Cheese $1.99
     -Claussen Pickles $2.99... $.55MQ (1/12 SS)
     -Oscar Mayer Lunch Meat $2.99... $1/2MQ (1/12 SS)
     -Maxwell House 10.5-11.5 oz or 12oz Yuban Coffee $2.99
     -Koolaid, Country Time or Tang Canisters $1.99
     -Kraft Mayo or Miracle Whip 22-30oz $2.97
     -16oz Kraft Salad Dressing $1.97
     -Kraft Singles or Natural Cheese Slices $2.79
     -Planters Peanuts $2.99
     -Oscar Mayer Franks, Bologna or Salami $1.99
     -Lunchables $1.99
     -12-16oz Oscar Mayer Bacon $3.99
     -Velveeta Shells & Cheese or Kraft Deluxe Mac & Cheese $2.19
*Toaster Strudels or Scrambles 5/$10... $.50/2MQ (1/5 SS)

Walgreens Good Deals 2/23-3/1

*Mars Candy Singles $.49 (Limit 6)
*Kleenex Tissues BOGO
*Mucinex Allergy 5ct $7.50... $2.50 MIR...$5MQ (2/23)
*Chips Ahoy or Oreo 2/$5...Get 2000pts (=$2)... $.75/2MQ (2/9)

Saturday, February 22, 2014

CVS Good Deals 2/23- 3/1

*Hershey's Easter Kisses, Eggs, Mininatures or Cadbury Eggs 7-10oz  3/$9...Get $2EB...$2/3MQ (2/23)
*Schick Hydro Razors 1-3ct $9.99...Get $2EB...$4MQ (2/23)
*5ct South Beach Good to Go Bars 2/$4...$2.50/2MQ (2/9)
*7Up, A&W, Sunkist or Cananda Dry 2 liters $.99...$.30SQ Printing at machine
*5ct Mucinex Allergy $7.50...$5MQ( 2/23) ...$2.50 mail in rebate here

Thursday, February 20, 2014

Simplifying & Organizing

One of my many goals I set forth for myself for 2014 was simplifying and organizing. I have been greatly "simplifying" our home by getting rid of the clutter and junk (Goodwill knows me by name now!).  I have "organized" our paperwork into binders, worked on a written budget, and gotten folders for the filing cabinet (haven't filed yet but hey the folders are here). I have organized the Kitchen cabinets, organized the bathroom cabinets, and organized the fridges and freezers. Now my next step towards simplifying I want to try is only doing one big shopping trip a month and then 3 other small weekly trips for Milk, Produce, & things I can get free or almost free with coupons and that will only take a few minutes. I will post a menu of 20-25 "planned" meals once a month. I am only going to plan 20-25 so there is room in there for date nights out and leftovers. And only doing a big shopping trip once a month will take a lot of pressure off me to get to the store when I have a really busy week. Will I still use coupons? Absolutely just not the way I have the last few years. And thanks to the stupid TV show coupons are not as great anymore anyways. I have found that most of the coupons are not really that great and that digital coupons and savings plans (Mperks, Kroger coupons, Target Cartwheel) are really the way to go now days. If I save 40-50% every big shopping trip that is still huge in my book and a huge amount of savings dollars wise. And my time is valuable too especially now that Brian is only home during the week and I work all week which leaves us only the evenings to do anything.

Saturday, February 15, 2014

CVS Good Deals 2/16-2/22

*M&M's Mega or Birthday Cake Singles $.75...Get $.75EB
*Gallon Milk $2.99...Get $1EB...$.50 Ibotta Offer & $.50 Checkout51 Offer
*Spend $15 on the following...Get $5EB
     -12ct Coke 4/$15
     -8ct Powerade $4
     -6ct Vitaminwater $4
     -Assorted Planters Nuts $4
*Spend $20 on Eucerin or Aquaphor...Get $10EB
     -$1.50 Eucerin Hand or Body Lotion MQ (1/5RP)
     -$1.50 Eucerin Face Product MQ (1/15RP)
     -$1 Aquaphor MQ (2/9RP)
*CVS Diapers or Training Pants Jumbo Pack $7.99... Get $3EB
*24-30ct Culturelle Probiotic $10...Get $10EB
*2Lt Pepsi Products $1
*Select Natures Valley Vitamins BOGO... $1MQ (1/19SS)
*Dream Lites BOGO

Meijer Good Deals 2/16-2/22

10/$10, Get 11th Free Items
*Helper Mixes
*Meijer Pretzels or Cheese Puffs
*Red, Yellow, or Orange Sweet Bell Peppers
*Meijer Bread or Buns
*Banquet Meal or Links
*Michelina Meals...$1/5 printable
*2lt Pepsi, Coke or 7Up Products
*Meijer Bag Veggies
*Green Giant Box Veggies $1/3 (1/5SS)
*Meijer Facial Tissue
*Extra Large Avocados
*Dole Salad Mix
*Meijer Organics Mushrooms
*Marzetti Croutons
*Earthbound Farms Green Onions or Baby Carrots... $1/2 printable 
*BarS Bologna, Franks, or Salami
*Armour Lunchmakers or Pepperoni
*John Morrell Smoked Sausage
*12oz Eckrich Bologna
*Muller or Fage Greek Yogurt
*Sunny Delight
*Meijer Crescent Rolls or Jumbo Biscuits
*Meijer 16oz Sour Cream
*OreIda Easy Fries
*Totinos Party Pizzas
*Totinos Pizza Rolls... $.40/2 (1/26 SS)
*Hunts Snack Pack
*Pillsbury Cake Mix
*Vitaminwater, Sobe Lifewater, or Gatorade
*Chex Mix or Bugles... $.50/2MQ (2/9 SS)
*Chef Boyardee
*Meijer Pineapple or Mandarin Oranges
*Manwich 
*Wolf Brand Chili... $.75/3MQ (1/19SS)

*5.6oz Blackberries 2/$1
*8oz Stacy's Pita Chips BOGO
*Smart Ones Entrees 5/$10, Get 6th Free
*Buy 4 of the following save $4 instantly
     -Silk Soy Milk or Coconut Milk $2.89
     -4ct Silk Yogurt $3.49
     -24ct International Delight or Land O'Lakes Coffee Creamer Singles $2.49
     -International Delight Iced Coffee $2.89
     -32oz International Delight Flavored Creamer $2.49
     -Silk Almond Milk $2.89
     -Land O'Lakes 32oz Half & Half  $2.49
     -Horizon Organic 16oz Heavy Whipping Cream $2.49
*Buffalo Ears Dog Treats BOGO...there are 2 Mperks available ($.50/2ct or $1/6ct)


Friday, February 14, 2014

Menu Plan 2/14- 2/20

I have so stunk at my menu planning the last couple weeks and the next few weeks will be rough due to being really busy with a full calendar! I am very glad that it is looking like we are finally going to start warming up (ok so getting above freezing is a huge warm up at this point lol) so we can get stuff done! Also I have discovered that I am using fewer and fewer coupons and relying more on menu planning and digital savings to be frugal and thrifty so I really have to make myself get the menus done and stick to them!

Friday 2/14: Valentines Dinner <3...Steak, Garlic Roasted Red Potatoes, Spicy Corn, Pretzel Rolls

Saturday 2/15: Chili & Corn Muffins

Sunday 2/16: Pork Roast, some kind of veggies (lol)

Monday 2/17: Biscuits & Gravy, Scrambled Eggs, Fruit Salad

Tuesday 2/18: Foster Training Night...Leftovers

Wednesday 2/19: My new fridge is being delivered tomorrow so we have to get the garage rearranged
                            and the fridges cleaned out so Pizza Night lol

Thursday 2/20:  Veggie Burgers (Beef for Brian), & Salads

Monday, February 10, 2014

Real Life Updates

Yep I fell off the face of the earth again and I'm sorry :(  Between all the snow in Indiana, Kayleigh had surgery last week, I was busy at work, & we have had to make some decisions regarding foster placements and I have just been overwhelmed.

This week I am doing some pre-spring spring cleaning and just trying to get the whole house organized and ready for our foster relicensure. We had kept a lot of stuff thinking that we might need it for any future kids but now we realize just how vast the variety of kids me might get are! Since we placed our license on hold from July- January we have only technically taken calls for 6 months and in that time we have had call for kids from 3 days- 12 years, boys & girls, preemie size  to adult size! So we are only keeping kid stuff that Kayleigh, Tristen, and our other niece Cindy need, wear or play with and everything else is going to the new Goodwill. Hopefully once the house is all clean and organized spring will finally arrive and we can get the garage and attic cleaned and organized too :/

Also through the cleaning and organization I will be able to get my stockpile more organized and be able to see what things we really need and what we have more than enough of. As of right now we have more than enough of several categories of items and sadly I know we have at least 3 years worth of office supplies.

I promise to do my best to keep everyone updated on our crazy life and get some deals up soon ;)

Love You All! <3

Wednesday, February 5, 2014

Checkout51 Deals 2/6- 2/12

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Here are the new Checkout 51 offers for the week of 2/6 to 2/12 (remember you can redeem these from either your computer or your smart phone)….
BlueberriesAny package of fresh blueberries.
Cash back: $0.25
One dozen eggs Any brand. Any variety.
Cash back: $0.50
French’s mustard Any variety.
Cash back: $0.50
Buy 2: Kellogg’s Froot Loops Any variety. Items must appear on the same receipt.
Cash back: $1.00
Buy 2: Kellogg’s Corn Flakes Any variety. Items must appear on the same receipt.
Cash back: $1.00
Honey Maid Grahamfuls 8 count or higher, any variety.
Cash back: $1.00
CLEAN & CLEAR® Products Any variety. Excludes trial sizes.
Cash back: $1.00
PLEDGE® Multi Surface Everyday Cleaner Any variety.
Cash back: $1.00
Buy 2: HALLS Drops Bags Bags 17 count or higher, any variety. Items must appear on the same receipt.
Cash back: $1.00
RoC® Anti-Aging Products Any variety. Excludes trial sizes.
Cash back: $3.00
FAGE Total yogurt 35.3 oz size. Includes Classic, 0%, and 2% varieties.
Cash back: $1.00
Buy 2: Kellogg’s Special K Nourish Hot Cereal Any variety. Items must appear on the same receipt.
Cash back: $1.00
Buy 2: TRISCUIT Crackers 7.6 oz or larger, any variety. Items must appear on the same receipt.
Cash back: $1.00
Glade® PlugIns® Scented Oil Customizables™ Starter Kit Any Glade® Customizables™ Starter Kit.
Cash back: $3.00
Buy 1 Twin or 2 Singles: Glade® PlugIns® Scented Oil Refill Any one (1) twin or two (2) single refill. Purchase of single refills must appear on the same receipt.
Cash back: $1.00
Buy 2: belVita Soft Baked Breakfast Biscuits 8.8 oz, any variety. Items must appear on the same receipt.
Cash back: $1.00
Submit a grocery store receipt for $60† or more for a chance to win $500

Marsh Good Deals 2/6-2/12

**Through Sunday Only 16oz Indiana Kitchen Bacon $2.99 with $30 purchase Limit 2**

*Family Pack Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast $1.47/lb
*T-Bone Steaks $7.99/lb
*Atlantic Salmon Filets $6.99
*Red Flame Seedless Grapes $1.28/lb
*Fresh Green or White Asparagus $1.99/lb
*Assorted Frozen Dinners 40% off
     -Weight Watchers Smart Ones Smart Creations $1/3MQ (1/26 RP)
     -Smart Ones Breakfasts $4 back on $12 purchase Savingstar Offer
*Kellogg's 3/$4.98 Includes:
      8.7oz Apple Jacks, $1/3 printable (good for mix & match on all the included cereals)
     8.7oz Froot Loops: $1 back on 2 Checkout51 Offer, $.50 printable
     13.7oz Raisin Bran
     11.3oz Cocoa Krispies
    

Tuesday, February 4, 2014

Glade PlugIns Scented Oil Customizables



Inspired by the best feelings in the world. Times two. The Glade® PlugIns® Scented Oil Customizables warmer adds lasting and continuous fragrance to any room in your home, from the living room and bedrooms to a busy bathroom or kitchen. Enjoy a variety of luxurious scents infused with essential oils:
  • Dress up your outlet with a removable, artfully designed taupe leaf faceplate cover
  • Use any two Glade® PlugIns® Scented Oil Refills to create your own custom fragrance experience, and adjust the fragrance settings to meet your family’s needs
  • Sit back and relax as the warmer alternates between the two fragrances daily, providing constant delight for you and your loved ones
  • Enjoy two noticeable scents for up to 60 days (when placed on the low setting)
  • Choose from over 10 individual scents, several unique fragrance sets and even more limited edition fragrances
  • Purchase the scented oil warmer, refills or starter kit for a suggested retail price of $3.49 – $7.99
Here lately I have noticed a ton of sales on these at CVS & Target and Checkout51 has had a $3 rebate on them the last two weeks.
I have the Apple Cinnamon & Lavender Peach Blossom in the girls room and it smells amazing!

I was provided with free products for my honest opinion through Bzzagent.

Glade Wax Melts

Glade(R) Wax Melts and PlugIns Scented Oil(R) Customizables(TM)

Glade® Wax Melts blend high-quality essential oils to fill even the largest rooms with scents that linger on — adding ambiance to any occasion, from quiet weeknights with the family to huge holiday gatherings:
  • Available in 10 great fragrances, with new limited edition fragrances sold each season
  • Made from pressed (not poured) wax, which is dry to the touch and prevents greasy hands — plus, the cubes are individually packaged, making it easier and less messy to begin your fragrance experience
  • Each wax melt provides 12 hours of consistent fragrance that lingers even after the warming dish has been turned off, delivering 96 hours of scented bliss per pack
  • Use only with a warmer labeled for wax melts, like the stylish Glade® Wax Melts Warmer that retails for $10.99
  • Glade® Wax Melts Refill Packs include 8 cubes and retail for a suggested price of $3.49
I was provided with free products in exchange for my honest opinion through Bzzagent.

Monday, February 3, 2014

Taco Bell Sauce Squad Party


I was given the chance to host a Taco Bell #BottledAwesome #SauceSquad Party from Crowdtap. I was given the full line of sauces but unfortunately one did not survive the trip....
 
 
 
 
That was the Hot version! The Mild, Fire & my personal favorite Verde faired better on their travels to my table.
 
 
During the party we had the full line of products which are available at Meijer. I have also seen the sauces at Walmart & Marsh locally. 
 
I was provided with the sauces for free through Crowdtap in exchange for my promotion of the product.
 
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Sunday, February 2, 2014

Cottonelle Clean Care Party



I was given a chance to throw a Cottonelle Clean Care #LetsTalkBums party by Crowdtap. I am sure most of you have seen the commercials  with Cherry asking people how they wipe and tell them they can get extra clean using the old 1, 2 bunch of wet & dry wiping. I find these videos hilarious because they are taking such a taboo topic and making it relatable. 

During the party we were given these neat little plates to decorate as display trays for our wipes and it was such a fun activity! I will not take credit for which "non creative" tray is mine but I am betting you can guess ;)



I was provided with free products in exchange for my participation and hosting this fun party!

Saturday, February 1, 2014

February 1st Disney Savings Update


So its a new month and time to see what I have accomplished towards the Disney fund:

Overall goal: $2700
As of  January 1st had: $573

January gave me:

1/4- Did some shopping for a lady and housekeeping she paid me $70 (took her groceries out of my
        grocery budget)

1/4- We have a family cell phone plan and since I pay the whole bill my brother & grandmas portion
        will go towards the fund $50

1/7- I won a $25 Target Gift Card from Crowdtap, used it for some grocery items bought a $50
       Disney Gift Card with my RedCard (FYI Disney GC are considered entertainment cards so
        you save 5%  so my $50 was only $47.50!)

1/11- Housekeeping and shopping job $20




1/22- $30 from Housekeeping and shopping job $30














1/16- Housekeeping job $30

1/28- Housekeeping & shopping job $30








So as of February 1st I have $853 towards our trip :)