Rite Aid deals 6/28-7/4/09

Almay makeup
$4.99 - $2 SCR = $2.99

Dove/Degree Clinical Protection deoderant
$6.99 - $5 SCR = $1.99 - $2 IP = FREE

M5 Magnum Razor kit
$6.99 - $2 SCR = $4.99 - $2 IP = $2.99

Similasan eye drops
$7.99 - $2 SCR = $5.99 - $1 IP = $4.99

Glade Sense & srpay
$6.99 - $2 SCR = $4.99 - $4 manuf = 99c

L'Oreal everpure hair care
2/$13 - $5/2 SCR = 2/$8 - (2) $2 manuf (5-10 RP) = 2/$4

Listerine Agent Cool Blue/Smart Rinse
$4.49 - $1 IP = $3.49 - $1 SCR = $2.49

Secret/Old Spice deoderant
$1.99 - $1 manuf = 99c

Don't forget to use this $5/$25 coupon to help you save even more. It's good through 7/31/09!

McDonald's FREE promotions

There's not much time left to take advantage of these offers, but I wanted to share just in case you had a chance.

Throughout the entire month of June, you will receive 1 FREE ticket to any Shorebirds home game during the 2009 regular season when you purchase any medium or large size McCafe drink.

June 22-30, during breakfast hours you can receive a FREE Egg McMuffin or any breakfast bagel when you purchase any medium size McCafe. This is in addition to the offer mentioned above.

Baskin Robbins coupon

If you go here, fill out a quick survey based on your last visit to Baskin Robbins, you will receive a $1 coupon good towards your next purchase of $4 or more.

FREE Car Seat checks

For my local readers, here's a list of FREE car seat checks to be held. If you have never done this before, I highly recommend taking an hour from your schedule to attend. For more information, please call 410-334-3480 or visit Safe Kids.

June 25 430-730p Berlin Walmart
July 2 11a-2p Fruitland Sonic
July 14 830-1130a WIC Office (Salisbury)
July 23 430-730p Pocomoke Walmart
Aug 11 1-4p WIC Office (Salisbury)
Sept 12 11a-2p North Salisbury Walmart
Sept 15 830-1130a WIC Office (Salisbury)
Oct 17 10a-1p Pocomoke Walmart
Oct 24 10a-1p Berlin Walmart
Nov 10 1-4p WIC Office (Salisbury)
Dec 8 830-1130a WIC Office (Salisbury)

Rite Aid deals 6/21-6/27/09

I was in my local Rite Aid yesterday & managed to snag today's circular a day in advance!

Huggies Little Swimmers
$6.99 - $1.50 IP = $5.49

Skin Clinic Wart Remover
$14.99 - $14.99 SCR = FREE

Lamisil Gel
$9.99 - $9 SCR = 99c

Mentos gum
2/$2 - (2) $1 manuf (5/3 SS) = 2 FREE

Huggies diapers/pullups
$9.99 - $3 IP = $6.99
Submit for Caregivers Marketplace rebate = $6.24
Also counts towards Rite Aid Huggies reward voucher

Windex wipes
2/$5 - 40c manuf (5/10 SS) = $2.10
Submit for Mail in rebate (5/10 SS)

Renuzit Pearl Scents/Super Odor Neutralizer
$2.49 - $1 SCR = $1.49 - $1 manuf (5/17 SS) = 49c

Crest Pro Health
$2.69 - $2.69 SCR = FREE
Use $1 manuf to make this a money maker!

Listerine Advanced/Total Care
$5.99 - $1 SCR = $4.99 - $2 IP = $2.99

Crest toothpastes/Oral B flosses
$2.99 - $1 SCR = $1.99 - $1 manuf = 99c

Sure for Men

You can try Sure for Men for FREE by purchasing specially marked items & sending in this form with your receipt. It's on sale at Walgreens for $1.99 right now!

Rite Aid Coupons

In my email, I received some coupons for Rite Aid, including a $5/$25, which I'd like to share with you. You can access them by clicking here. Hurry though, they expire 6/23/09.

Looking for advertisers

I am looking for advertisers for my blog. If you have a business or a website that you would like to have advertised on my blog, please email me at DIcouponqueen@gmail.com so that we may further discuss this opportunity!

FREE admission to National Parks

National Parks across the country are offering FREE admission on certain weekends throughout the summer. Most everyone lives within at least a day's drive from a National Park. The FREE weeknds are: June 20-21, July 18-19 and August 15-16. At some locations, the concessioners are even offering special incentives to compliment the free admission promotion. Go here for a complete listing of all the National Parks.

FREE Orange Julius 6/19/09

Orange Julius is offering a FREE 20oz Light Smoothie with this coupon. Flavors include Strawberry Delight, Tropical Sunlight and Berry-Pom Twilight.

Rite Aid deals 6/14-6/20/09

Another slow week if you ask me.

John Frieda Root Awakening
$5.99 - $3 manuf (6/14 SS) = $2.99
$5 SCR when you buy 3 = 3/$3.97

Colgate toothpaste/toothbrush
$1.88 - $1 in ad coupon = 88c
Use 75c manuf (6/7 SS) = 13c

Nicorette
$10 in ad coupon
$10 manuf coupon
$5 SCR

Kotex
2/$6 - $1/2 SCR = 2/$5 - (2) $1 manuf (6/14 SS) = 2/$3

Swiffer refills
$3.99 - $1 SCR = $2.99 - $1 manuf = $1.99

Off insect repellant
$4.99 - $1 in ad coupon = $3.99 - $1 manuf (found in multiple current magazines) = $2.99

Greenworks cleaners
2/$6 - $1/2 SCR = 2/$5 - (2) 50c IP = 2/$4

Cheap summer movies

During the summer, from June 15 to August 5, select AMC Theatres are showing movies for only $1! Check out this link for all the movies & more information.

FREE GeoTrax DVD

If you have a son, this offer is GREAT for him. My son absolutely LOVES GeoTrax. He got a huge set for Christmas from his grandparents, which he plays with quite often. In it, came a DVD with 2 cartoon episodes, which he watches over and over again. Luckily, there is a new DVD available. You can sign up for it by going here, and it's completely FREE!

Winner!

A few weeks ago, I won a blog contest for some girly hairbows from Diana. I was SO super excited, because Caroline is finally getting enough hair to do something with, if I can get her to sit still long enough.

The site from which I won the bows from was Flowerz In Her Hair, which you can find under the "Links I Like" section. I had $20 to spend, and I can't even begin to tell you how much fun I had picking out the bows I was going to buy. She has such a large variety of designs, and at a GREAT price, too!

I wanted to have a cute picture of Caroline with one of her "hair pretties" in, but I can't seem to get her to leave them alone long enough after I clip them in to snap a picture....soon, I promise. In the mean time, here are stock photos of a few of the ones I won!

Rite Aid deals 6/7-6/13/09

A much better week this week than last if you ask me.

AMO Complete Multi-purpose solution 120z
$7.99 - $7.99 SCR = FREE
Use $2 manuf (5/31 RP) to make this deal a $2 MM!

Colgate toothpaste
$1.99 - $1 in ad coupon = 99c - 75c manuf = 24c

Tecnu
$11.99 - $4 SCR = $7.99 - $1 IP = $6.99

Stridex
$4.49 - $3.50 SCR = 99c - $1 manuf = FREE

Edge/Skintimate
$1.99 - 50c SCR = $1.49 - 75c manuf (5/17 SS) = 74c

Airwick Freshmatic
$9.99 - $5 SCR = $4.99 - $4 IP = 99c

Electrasol
$3.49 - $1 SCR = $2.49 - $1 manuf = $1.49

Quilted Northern
2/$6 - $1/2 SCR = 2/$5 - (2) 55c manuf = 2/$3.90

Phillips ear buds/remote control
$4.99 - $4.99 SCR = FREE

Bic Soleil razors
$4.99 - $1 SCR = $3.99 - $2 manuf = $1.99

Crest/Oral B items (Cross Action power toothbrush, advantage/indicator toothbrush, Glide floss)
$5.99 - $2 SCR = $3.99 - $1 manuf (6/7 P&G) = $2.99

Kingsford/Match Light charcoal
$4.99 - $1 SCR = $3.99 - $1 manuf = $2.99

Orajel kids plaque revealing rinse
$3 - $3 SCR = FREE
Use this MIR form to get another $1.50 back!

Noxema/Old Spice razors
$1.89 - $1 manuf = 89c

Pampers
$8.99 - $1 SCR = $7.99 - $2 manuf = $5.99

Kelloggs movie promotions

Last week at Walgreens, I bought 2 packages of Kelloggs Sandies cookies. When I was throwing the packaging out today, I noticed there was a special token on there, and also an offer for a $3 rebate when you purchase the movie Marly & Me as well as specially marked packages of Kelloggs items. Go here for more details on both promotions.

Kmart Super Doubles UPDATE

After hearing conflicting reports about store changing their minds about participating, I emailed corporate again to make sure my store was still participating, since there was no mention of it in the ad I received.

Well, apparently there are MANY stores which decided against participating for some reason, the Salisbury, MD store included. I responded back to the email about how disappointed I was. I'm sure it won't make any difference, but they won't know how much business they're NOT getting by not participating unless we tell them. So, if you're disappointed as well, please take a few moments to email them at: Custrel@customerservice.sears.com

Kmart Super Doubles

I have an email from Kmart customer service confirming that ALL Maryland stores are participating in the upcoming Super Doubles promotion that starts on Sunday! They will double up to $2 (which is worth $4 off an item), but won't allow overage. Says there is a 10 coupon limit per customer per day, so plan your trips accordingly & make sure to take the kids so they can have a transaction of their own using 10 coupons!

Post here when you get some good deals....I have a few things in mind already:
Dry Idea deoderant
WD40
Good Life dog food

FREE float at Sonic today!

Tonight from 8p until midnight, Sonic locations are offering a FREE 10oz rootbeer float to their patrons. You may want to call first to make sure your location is participating.

Check out my new shirt!

My new favorite shirt:

This shirt was FREE compliments of Vista Print. All I paid was for the shipping, which was around $5. I can't wait to wear it out shopping! I'm thinking of having some made for hubby's charter fishing business as well.

Be a Smart Shopper--part II

I recently posted about what items you can save on during certain months of the year, but here are some items that you can save on throughout the year.

Airline tickets—Check for the best deals on Wednesday morning, when sites post their new deals

CDs/DVDs—New releases come out on Tuesdays, and many stores offer a discounted price during that first week

Groceries—Try to hit the store in the early morning, or late evening when the crowds are smaller. Avoid lunchtime and from 430-630p when people are grabbing things for dinner while on their way home from work. Also, go early in the week to get sale items before they run out of stock.

Movie tickets—Go before 5p to get matinee pricing.

Jewelry—Avoid peak selling seasons of Valentines Day & Mother’s Day.

Be a smart shopper

Do you know when certain items go on sale throughout the year? This post will offer some guidance as to when to buy that big ticket item you've been eyeing.

January
HDTVs--These normally go on sale right before the SuperBowl, but also in March & December.
Fitness equipment--Companies are trying to cash in on those New Years resolutions that people make, vowing to loose weight.

February
Electronics--New models of MP3 players, DVD players & digital cameras are announced, so it's time to snatch up the "old" model.
Fragrances--Be on the look out for Valentine's Day mark downs.
Humidifiers

April
Digital cameras--Sales are targeting those heading out on Spring Break trips.
Warm weather clothes--Warm weather is just around the corner, so check out sales to give your wardrobe a jump-start.

May
Athletic apparel
Cookware
Picnic supplies, Outdoor furniture, Pantry staples--It's National BBQ month, and items to get you grilling are on sale now!

June
Swimsuits
Lingerie--Victoria Secret has their Semi-Annual sale this month.
Tools--Especially for dads & grads.
Dairy--This month is Dairy Month.

July
Monthly gym memberships

August
Camping equipment--For those Labor Day excursions
Air conditioners
Lawn mowers
Yard equipment

September
Cars--New models come out this month, so current year models are discounted to make way for the newer models.
Perennials, shrubs, trees
Bikes

October
Grills
Auto supplies--It's Fall Car Care Month
Appliances & vacuums--New models are coming out
Winter gear

November
Stereos
TVs
Clothing
Wedding dresses-It's off season for wedding, and many places are cleaning out their inventory to make way for next season's dresses.
Don't forget Black Friday & Cyber Monday deals on just about everything imaginable!

December
Toys
Electronics
New model cars--Everyone wants to haggle to meet those end of the year sales goals, so now is a prime time to get a deal.

Rite Aid deals 5/24-5/30/09

After a good week last week, doesn't look too spectacular this week.

Maybelline cosmetics are BOGO, with an additional SCR up to $5. Certainly there are coupons out there for these items.

Dove body mist/ultimate clear deoderant
$3.99 - $2 SCR = $1.99 - $2 manu = FREE

Victoria Secret sale!

Have you heard that Victoria Secret is having a sale?! You can get 10 pairs of panties for $25, which is like buying 5 & getting 5 free. When I was in there the other day, the sign said until gone, which won't be long at all with the way people were snatching them up. Hurry up, what are you waiting for, get shopping!

Walgreens $5/25 (5/20-/21 only!)

Go here to print a coupon good for $5 off your order of $25 or more (after all other coupons have been scanned). Hurry though, it's only valid for 2 days. Valid in store and online.

Rite Aid "double dip" rebate items

Alaway eye drops
#31 up to $7.99 good only 5/17-5/23/09
#500

Zyrtec
#15 $2
#500
#50
also counts towards Zyrtec rewards

Minidrops eye therapy
#30 up to $6.49
#500

Tylenol
#50
#62

St Joseph aspirin
#50
#62

Benadryl
#500
#50

Huggies
#800
#35 $2

Colgate
#125 $1
#700

Claritin
#48 $3
#49 $2
#500

Sudafed
#500
#50

Johnson & Johnson
#22 up to $3
#28 $5
#50

Rite Aid deals 5/17-5/23/09

Finally, a GOOD week at Rite Aid!

Bayer Aspirin Quick Release Crystals
$3.99 - $3.99 SCR = FREE
Use this $1.50 IP to make it a money maker!

Alaway eye drops
$7.99 - $7.99 SCR = FREE
Use this $4 IP to make it a money maker!

Wound Wash Saline
$5.49 - $5.49 SCR = FREE

Suave Invisible Solid
$2 - $1.50 SCR = 50c - 75c manuf = FREE (money maker!)

Edge/Skintimate
$1.74 - 75cmanuf = 99c

Right Guard/Dry Idea Clinical
$5.99 - $5 SCR = 99c - $1 manuf = FREE

Huggies
$13.99 - $2 SCR = $11.99
Submit for 75c Caregivers Marketplace rebate = $11.24
Counts towards voucher for FREE Huggies (B5G1 FREE) through SCR program

L'Oreal Color Spa Moisture Actif Hair color
$4.99 - $3 manuf = $1.99

Clairol Natural Instincts/Nice n Easy Gray Solutions
$7.99 - $2 in ad coupon = $5.99 - $2 manuf = $3.99

L'Oreal Preference hair color
2/$17 - $5/2 in ad coupon = 2/$12 - $2/2 manuf coupon = 2/$10

Kraft BBQ sauce
99c - $1 IP = FREE

There are also LOTS of items that allow you to "double dip" for SCR offers when they're purchased. See this post for those items.

Attention All You subscribers

From ALL YOU editor, Clare McHugh:

Last month a few ALL YOU subscribers wrote to me to say how unhappy they were that more coupons appeared in the newsstand version of the magazine than in the copy they received in their mailbox. I agreed—as did my colleagues—that this was not ideal. Subscribers are our loyal customers and we certainly don’t want them to feel short-changed. We are currently reviewing our policies about accepting coupon advertising, with a goal of more closely aligning the coupon value in our newsstand and subscriber editions. Because we work several months in advance, however, the newsstand edition of the June issue includes an extra booklet with $12.50 worth of coupons. The two editions are otherwise the same in terms of coupon value.

If you are a subscriber and you would like to receive this booklet you can email subsvcs@allyou.customersvc.com.
Please include in your e-mail:
1) Your account number, found on the mailing label just above your name and address. It is nine digits and is usually located between two asterisks, for example *123456789*
2) Your name and address as it appears on the mailing label
3) Your e-mail address
4) A specific mention that you are looking for the “Coupon book from the June issue of All You.”

Check out June’s coupons for a total savings of $112.55! Pick up a copy of the June issue at your local Walmart:

Walgreens deals 5/10-5/16/09

I haven’t been able to do much with Walgreens since they ended their Easy Saver rebate program, but here’s what I’ve managed to find this week.

Pepsi product 12 packs

5/$12 with in ad coupon

Colgate toothbrushes or Max Fresh/Max White toothpaste $2.99

You will earn a $2.99 register reward, so it’s like getting it for FREE

Use a $1 manuf to make it a money maker!

Roots of Nature hair care $6

You will earn a $6 register reward, so it’s like getting it for FREE!

Iceland Health Omega 3 fish oil $8

You will earn a $8 register reward, so it’s like getting it for FREE!

Bayer Diabetes Monitors $14.99

Use $30 manuf coupon to get it for FREE + you will receive a $5 register reward, which makes it a money maker! This deal runs all month long.

Bayer Quick Release crystals $2.99

Earn a $2.99 register reward, so it’s like getting it for FREE!

Use this $1.50 IP to make it a money maker, and I think this deal runs all month long

AXE items are 25% off & if you buy 3 AXE products you earn 1 movie ticket, buy 5 and earn 2 movie tickets. You will get a Catalina at the register with instructions as to how to print out the movie tickets online. The sale excludes trial/travel sizes, but I don’t know if the movie ticket deal does (it says ANY Axe product, so I would think they work).

Rite Aid deals 5/11-5/16/09

Doesn’t look like there’s much going on at Rite Aid this week.

Post cereals are BOGO, which might be cost worthy if you printed out the coupons that were available a few weeks back. Without knowing the regular price & what they have in stock that matches my coupons, I can’t tell whether or not I’ll be taking advantage of this deal.

Got2b hair products
$4.99 - $4.99 SCR = FREE
Use this $2 IP to make it a money maker!

Charles Worthington hair products
$5.99 - $4 SCR = $1.99

Colgate Total toothpaste/toothbrush/Tooth Tunes toothbrush are also BOGO, and they qualify for the SpaBucks rewards. Use a $1 IP for the toothpaste to save.

Kotex pantiliners/pads/tampons
2/$6 - $1/2 SCR = 2/$5
Use 2 $1 manuf coupons = 2/$3

Product Review: Resolve Triple Action

If you have kids like me, then you’re sure to have clothes with stains on them like I used to. I say used to not because my kids have outgrown the spill stage (do they ever?!), but because I have found a product that works wonders in removing stains from clothes.

Resolve Triple Action stain remover is designed to lift stains from fabric, even after they’ve set in. We’ve used it on our carpet for pet stains, and also on clothes. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve washed one of my daughter’s shirts that has a stain around the collar, thrown it in the dryer, and then end up throwing it away after it’s dry because the stain is still there, and I knew there was nothing that was going to get it out after going through a cycle in the dryer. Those days are gone now.

The first time I used Resolve Triple Action, I must admit, I was pleasantly surprised when I put some on a fresh stain, before it was ever washed. After being washed just once, on a regular setting, and with other clothes, it was like the stain never even existed. Well, I thought I’d put it to the test to see how it worked on set in stains, so I grabbed a different shirt with a stain that had previously been treated, washed and dried, but didn’t remove the stain. Amazingly, after being treated with Resolve Triple Action stain remover and 1 regular cycle wash with other clothes, the stain was completely gone! I couldn’t have been more surprised.

If you’re looking for a stain remover that’s tough on stains but without ruining your clothes, carpet or fabric, then I suggest you try Resolve Triple Action stain remover. You’ll never spend money on another stain remover again! Don't be afraid, go ahead, try it for yourself. There is a $1 manuf coupon out there and this satisfaction guarantee, which I doubt you'll have to use.

Fresh Sacks WINNER!

True Random Number Generator
Min: 1
Max: 23
Result: 12


The winner is Katrina! I have emailed you at the email on your blogger profile. You have 2 days to respond with your address. Congratulations!!!!

Thanks to all those who entered. Stay tuned, because I am hoping to start giving away at least 1 item every month.

FREE food at Arby's

This summer Arby's is getting in on the action, offering Free Food Wednesday!

May 13th - Free Roastburger with any soft drink purchase
May 20th - Free Chocolate Malt Swirl shake with any sandwich purchase
May 27th - Free Regular Roast Beef sandwich with any soft drink purchase
June 3rd - Free FruiTea with any sandwich purchase
June 10th - Free Roast Chicken club with any soft drink purchase
June 17th - Free Regular Sidekicker with any sandwich purchase
June 24th -Free Regular Roast Beef with any soft drink purchase
July 1st - Free Regular Beef 'n Cheddar with any soft drink purchase
July 8th - Free Orange Cream Swirl shake with any sandwich purchase
July 15th - Free Regular Roast Beef with any soft drink purchase
July 22nd - Free Roastburger with any soft drink purchase
July 29th - Free FruiTea with any sandwich purchase
August 5th - Free Regular Roast Beef with any soft drink purchase
August 12th - Free Roast Chicken Club with any soft drink purchase
August 19th - Free FruiTea with any sandwich purchase
August 26th - Free Regular Beef 'n Cheddar with any soft drink purchase

Allergy Season

Allergy Season is officially in full swing here on the Eastern Shore. I'm not allergic to many things, however, this spring my allergies seem to be flaring up much worse than they have in the past 5 years. As a result, I had to go to the doctor today for a sinus infection. I couldn't get into my regular doctor, so I headed to one of the local immediate care walk in centers. Luckily, I was the only person there, so I didn't have to wait long (Thank goodness, because I swear my head felt like it was going to explode!). The doc checked me out and before I left I was given a prescription for an antibiotic and Nasonex. But, he was also nice enough to give me a sample size of the Nasonex as well, which included a $15 coupon I could use when actually filling the script.

Since I was already getting another filled, I got the Nasonex filled too. The co-pay was $15, so I got it for FREE when I gave the pharmacist the coupon from the sample size box. How exciting!!! Who knew there were such great coupons out there for meds! The doc also said you can go to the Nasonex website to print out more. Sure enough, he was right! Here's a link.

Huggies Rewards codes

Thanks to Jennifer Williams over at Vicky's Deals, here's a list of point codes for the Huggies rewards program.

1 point
RRPXJ-PSDRZ-PGPGB
XGQTZ-JNLGX-SLPGB
BBMRG-BFQGS-FBPGB
BBWBH-SDHFQ-CJPGB

2 points
TKHNF-RLPLS-TRPGB (no known exp. date)
WPBXZ - RDDNS - PPPGB (exp. 5/16)
RZMRR-QFZNP-WGPGB (exp 5/31/2009)
kmzpq-xnzdx-dzpgb

5 points
LNXBX-DXTSH-BSPGB
ZQQGS-FLRLM-XBPGB
RSZNG TJNPH DHPGB (exp. 7/31)
BBRJH-WHDPT-JZPGB
TXZKZ-JNRJQ-DDPGB
BGZQZ-JCXFC-HZPGB
TKHNF-RLPLS-TRPGB

FREE tire disposal today!

Wicomico & Worcester counties are offering their residents a chance to dispose of old tires at NO CHARGE today only, Saturday, May 9. Up to 10 tires till be accepted per household, except no business/commercial tires. In Wicomico County, hours are from 7A-3P and the location is on Brick Kiln Rd. In Worcester County, the hours are from 7A-2P. Usually, there is a $5 charge per tire for disposal, so this is a GREAT deal!

KFC coupon debacle

Apparently with Oprah's "blessing" of this product, there was an overwhelming response to the coupon redemption, and KFC has suspended their accepting of it. However, if you had a chance to print it out, not to worry, they will still honor it, but in the form of a raincheck. All you have to do is take your coupon into a KFC, fill out a small form & turn it back in, with your coupons attached. Your rain check will be for the meal + a drink, which the coupon didn't include. You can go here for more details. Each household is able to redeem 4 coupons for rain checks. Reportedly, there are still some KFC locations honoring the coupon, so you might just get surprised when you go in for a rain check & are still able to redeem your coupon.

**EDIT: Amiyrah over at 4 Hats and Frugal has been so kind as to post a PDF/scanned version of the form you must fill out and attach your coupons to in order to receive the raincheck. It can be found here.

THANKS, Joan!

A reader by the name of Joan emailed me a few weeks ago in response to this post I made. Well, her hard work has paid off for me! I now have a blog button & the directions on how to make a 3 column blog (when I have the time to sit down without kids interrupting me every 5 seconds)! So, I'd like to dedicate this post to her for taking the time to help me out. Be sure to check out her blog by clicking on her name above, or the link at the right of the page "Only In York County"

THANKS, JOAN!!!!

Fresh Sacks *CONTEST*

A while back, I was given several boxes of the environmentally friendly product known as Fresh Sacks.

They are available at Walgreens, and typically cost $8.99 If you go to the website, there is a $5 rebate on there, which ultimately makes them $3.99 for the box! They are available in boxes of 25, 50 or 250. What's even better, is that they're bio-degradable, so they don't harm the environment!

So, I'm offering 1 box of these to one lucky reader. To enter, simply leave a comment on this post. You may gain 1 extra entry for each of the following that you do: become a follower of my blog, subscribe to my blog, Twitter about this giveaway, post about it on your blog, and add my button to your site. When you do these, please leave a separate comment for each thing you do. If you are already a follower/subscriber, leave a message to that nature.

I will choose a random comment number using Random.org on Wednesday, May 13 after 8PM. They will then have 2 days to get their mailing address to me. Should they fail to do so, another random winner will be chosen in their place.

Catchin' Frogs!

Sorry, no sound, but you can see he's laughing the entire time. Ahhhh, sweet innocence!

FREEbies!

Go here to sign up for a FREE Scrubbing Bubbles Toilet gel. Limited to the first 3000 responders.

Call 1-877-879-4857 to have a $5 Glucerna cereal coupon sent to you. It's all automated, so should be easy. When you use it, don't forget to submit your receipt to the Caregiver's Marketplace for your $1 rebate.

FREE cup or cone for Mom at TCBY on Mother's Day (participating locations only)

Visit this site to request a FREE Toby the Train coloring book!

Rite Aid deals 5/4-5/10/09

Sorry it's a few days late...I was away from home all weekend & after catching up here at home, tonight is my first chance to sit without the kids climbing all over my lap.

Hershey Bliss candy
$2.99 - $1 SCR = $1.99 - $1 IP = 99c

John Frieda hair care
$4.99 - $2 SCR = $2.99 - $1 manuf = $1.99

Johnson's items (swabs, lotion, powder, baby pack, oil, cologne, bar)
$1.99 - $1 in ad coupon = 99c - $1 IP = FREE

Nicorette
$43.99 - $5 SCR = $38.99 - $10 manuf = $28.99

Cortizone10
$4.99 - $1 SCR = $3.99 - $1 IP = $2.99

Beano
$11.99 - $2 SCR = $9.99 - $1 SCR = $8.99

Always/Tampax
$8.99 - $2 SCR = $6.99 - $4 manuf = $2.99

Colgate toothpaste
$3.99 - $1 in ad coupon = $2.99 - $1 manuf = $1.99
Qualifys for Spa Bucks incentive

Here's a link for another $5/$25 valid through the end of May.

FREE reusable shopping bag

Kraft & Rachael Ray have partnered together to offer a FREE reusable shopping bag during the month of May. For more details go here.

All you have to do is send in a 3x5 card with your name & address, an original cash register receipt with the qualified item purchase price circled. Mail to: Every Day with Rachel Ray Magazine
Attn: Kraft Food Promo 16 E 34th St, 14 floor New York, NY 10016

FREE sunglasses at Charlotte Russe

Starting May 5, if you take in the most recent cover of Seventeen magazine (or a print out of their homepage), you can get a FREE pair of sunglasses at Charlotte Russe. Only 10,000 will be given away, so act fast!

Need some blog help!!

I'm in need of some blog help, because well, I'm a bit technologically challenged.

First of all, I'm trying to figure out how in the world I can make my blog 3 columns. I tried googling to find some layouts, but haven't the slightest idea of how to "install" them on my blog.

Secondly, I want to make a "button" for my blog so that readers can add it to theirs. I was told I could make my own, but again, haven't the slightest on where to start.

If anyone has the time & smarts to help me out, please contact me . I would much appreciate it!!!!!

Rite Aid deals 4/26-5/2/09

A few good things this week:

Mini Drops Eye Therapy
$6.49 - $6.49 SCR = FREE
Use $1 IP to make this deal a money maker!

SaltAire Sinus & Allergy Relief
$6.99 - $6.99 SCR = FREE
Use $1.50 manuf to make this deal a money maker!

Miralax
$9.99 - $3 SCR = $6.99 - $1 manuf = $5.99

Skintimate
$2.99 - $2.24 SCR = 75c - 75c manuf = FREE

Doctor's Night Guard
$14.99 - $10 SCR = $4.99

Mitchum Antiperspirant/Deoderant
$2.99 - $1 SCR = $1.99 - $1 IP = 99c

Maybelline XXL Extensions mascara
$4.99 - $1 SCR = $3.99 - $1 manuf = $2.99

Electrasol
$4.49 - $1.50 SCR = $2.99 - $2.50 manuf = 49c

Raid Ant Baits
$1.99 - $1 manuf = 99c

Axe Bath & body products
2/$8 - $/2 SCR = 2/$6 - 2 $1 manuf = 2/$4

Ensure
$6.99 - $3 IP = $3.99
Here is also a Try Me Free rebate form for this item.

FlexTastic
3/$15 - $10/3 SCR = 3/$5 - 3 $1 IP = 3/$2

Neosporin
$3.99 - $1 IP = $2.99
Part of the gift card deal where you spend $15 get $5, spend $20 get $8, spend $25 get $10 back.

CitreShine
BOGO
Use $1 IP

FREE Physician's Formula makeup

Today, while in Walgreens, I was trying to choose which Physicians Formula makeup I was going to purchase for the rebate offer this month. This week, the entire line of Physicians Formula makeup is 40% off, which makes the deal pretty sweet. You buy $10 worth of makeup & get a $10 rebate back. To top it all off, one of the items I purchased qualified for a Try Me Free rebate, which was on the package!

Here are some links to the forms if you want to take advantage of this deal as well....But, just keep in mind that the Try Me Free rebate is only valid on products which have the peelie on them.

TMF Face/Bronze Brightener
TMF Natural Origin mascara
TMF Bronze Booster

Tresemme printable coupon

Thanks to Marie Claire magazine for hosting this coupon good for $1 off any Tresemme 24hr body product. It's a PDF file, so you can save to your computer and print multiple times. It's sure to be a HOT coupon, that's for sure!

FREE comic book (May 2)

Saturday, May 2 is FREE COMIC BOOK DAY at Illusions Games & Comics located at 726 S Salisbury Blvd in Salisbury 410-742-0172 (backside on Goodwill store, opposite end)

PLB Comics will be there doing FREE SKETCHES from 10 am to 2pm.


Don't forget to head on out and pick up whatever Free comics the Illusions boys are giving away.

Earth Day goodies

Lots of offers for Earth Day!!!


100% recycled Reynolds Wrap

Disney Store offers free gift when you bring in 3 plastic bottles.

Walgreens offers 15% and a re-useable tote bag

Starbucks offers a free cup of coffee when you bring in your own mug.

FREE mascara from JCPenney

Discover something new from Bare Escentuals when you enter the code JCPBuxom at checkout to receive a FREE mascara!

CHEAP Family Fun magazine subscriptions!

Family Fun magazine currently has an offer where you can purchase a year (10 issues) subscription for only $5! The "catch" is that you have to buy 4 subscriptions, for a total of $20. Now obviously, you can't use 4 subscriptions yourself, but it's a great chance to give a CHEAP gift to your friends/family, or maybe daycare or maybe even church. After flipping through a co-workers copy, I decided to purchase 5 subscriptions (including one for our house): 2 bloggy giveaway winners, the kids' daycare, and a friend. Go here to check it out!

Rite Aid deals 4/19-4/25/09

Huggies diapers/goodnites/pullups
$8.99 - $3 SCR = $5.99 - $3 manuf = $2.99 - 75c Caregivers rebate = $2.24

Sea Breeze
$4.99 - $2 SCR = $2.99 - $1 manuf = $1.99

Nova Max blood glucose monitor
$9.99 - $9.99 SCR = FREE
GREAT to buy even if you (or family) don't need it, think donation

BenGay Ultra strength patch
$6.99 - $3 SCR doubled = 99c - $1 manuf = FREE

Claritin
$19.99 -$5 SCR = $14.99 - $3 in ad coupon = $11.99 - $7 manuf coupon = $4.99

Speedstick
$2.49 - $1 in ad coupon = $1.49 - B1G1 manuf = 2/$1.49

Edge/Skintimate shave gel
2/$4 - $2/2 SCR = 2/$2

Always pads/tampons/liners
$5.99 - $2 SCR = $3.99 - $1 manuf = $2.99

GE Reveal lightbulbs
2/$6 - $2/2 SCR doubled = 2/$2

Colgate toothpaste
$2.49 - 75c SCR doubled = 99c - $1 IP = FREE

FREE books for kids!

Dolly Parton has a program that sends a FREE book a month to kids up until the age of 5. You can go here to see if it's available in your area. It wasn't in mine, but there are directions on there as to how you can get it started in your area.


Here are some quick facts about the program:

• At the close of the year, 732 communities in 43 states, the District of Columbia, 6 Canadian
  provinces, and 1 Canadian territory participated in the program.
• 420,000 children receive a book each month
• In 2007, just under 4.5 million books were mailed, a 37% increase from 2006.
  

Super Fresh sales 4/17-4/23/09

While they don't have triple coupons this week, there are a few note-worthy deals at Super Fresh this week that I thought I'd share.

Klondike $1.99

Nestle Pure Life water (24pk) $2.99

Viva or Scott Paper towels (6pk) $4.99
This deal requires an additional purchase of $25
Runs Fri-Mon only

Pepsi 12 packs 4/$10
This deal requires an additional purchase of $25
Runs Fri-Mon only

Gatorade 32oz 83c

CapriSun 10pk $1.87

General Mills cereals $1.99
Cheerios, multi-grain cheerios, cinnamon toast crunch, cocoa puffs, trix, golden grahams, total cinnamon crunch

French's Yellow Mustard 2/$3
Use 2 50c manuf (doubles to $1 each) = pay $1/2

Tidy Cats litter 10lb $1.99
Use $1 manuf = 99c

Pampers Easy Ups $9.99
Use $2 manuf = $7.99

Huggies Reward Program

Huggies has FINALLY decided to follow in the footsteps of Pampers and begin a rewards program for those who purchase their brand diapers. (Too bad I have about 15 packs of Huggies diapers in the closet with no rewards codes in them) Go here to sign up, and then enter these codes for some points to get you started: TKHNF-RLPLS-TRPGB and WPBXZ-RDDNS-PPPGB When I signed up, I was able to download a coupon to print, worth $2. In addition to purchasing their products, you can earn more points by inviting friends and browsing their website.

Rite Aid $5/$25 coupon

Click here for a printable copy of the current $5/$25 coupon for Rite Aid, thanks to the Cavaliers basketball team.

Rite Aid deals 4/12-4/18/09

A day late due to the Easter holiday, but here they are nonetheless:

Softsoap
99c - 35c manuf = 64c

Suave shampoo/conditioner
99c - $1/2 manuf = 98c/2

Powerade 32oz
99c - 40c manuf = 59c

Vitamin Water 20oz
99c - $1 manuf = FREE

Aquafresh
99c - $1 IP = FREE

Hunts Snack Packs 4pk
99c - $1/2 manuf = 2/98c

Kotex lightdays
99c - 75c manuf = 24c

Carefree
99c - $1 manuf = FREE

Maalox
$4.99 - $2 SCR = $2.99 - $1.50 manuf = $1.49

Colgate toothpaste
$2.99 - $1 manuf = $1.99
Counts towards Spabucks promo

Speedstick/Lady Speedstick
$2.99 - $1 manuf = $1.99
Counts towards Spabucks promo

Windex spray/wipes
$2.99 - 50c in ad coupon = $2.49 - $1 manuf = $1.49

Glade Fabric & Air spray
$2.99 - 50c in ad coupon = $2.49 - $1 manuf = $1.49

Glade scented oil candle kit
$2.99 - 50c in ad coupon = $2.49 - BOGO manuf = 2/$2.49

Swiffer wet cloths/duster kit/dry cloths/dust & shine spray
$3.99 - $2 SCR = $1.99 - $1 manuf = 99c

Swiffer dry starter kit
$8.99 - $3 SCR = $5.99 - $2 manuf = $3.99

GE CFL lightbulbs
$2/$5.50 - $1.50/2 SCR = $4/2 - $1 IP = $2/2

Mr Clean Magic Eraser
$1.99 - 75c manuf = $1.24

Huggies baby wipes 40ct
$1.49 - $1 SCR = 49c - 75c IP = FREE

$5/$25 ToysRUs/BabiesRUs coupon

Click here for a printable coupon to save you $5 off any $25 purchase at Toys R Us/Babies R Us now through 5/2/09. Don't forget the current rewards cycle ends at the end of this month.

FREE "Precious Place" DVD from Fisher Price

Fisher Price is offering a FREE Precious Place DVD. Go here to sign up for it. It says to allow 12-14 weeks for delivery, although when we "ordered" the GeoTrax DVDs a while back, they came much quicker than that.

Pampers deal at Babies R Us **TODAY ONLY**

Thanks to my friend Steph who posted this on our mommy board!

Babies R Us is offering a $15 giftcard when you purchase 2 boxes of Pampers. Click here for all the details.

Don't froget to use your rewards card to earn points for your purchase to meet the $150 level. The current cycle ends at the end of this month, and points are not carried over. Also, this will work for the "Buy 9, get 10th box free" deal they offer.

Don't forget, you can use a BRU/TRU coupon for each box + a manufacturer coupon for each box to get the most savings.

Postage prices increase soon!

Just a reminder to buy those "Forever" stamps now, because the cost of postage is rising, yet again, on May 11. This increase will cost households approximately $3 more per year for postage.

First class goes from 42c to 44c
Postcards go from 27c to 28c
First ounce of a large envelope goes from 83c to 88c
First ounce of a parvel package goes from $1.17 to $1.22
International postcard/letter to Canada will be 75c (1oz)
International postcard/letter to Mexico will be 79c (1oz)
International postcard/letter eo anywhere else will be 98c

Super CHEAP Disney movies!

There are quite a few rebates available for some of the new Disney movies out. Most Disney movies usually have 4 POPs (proof of purchase) on them, which allows you to take advantage of multiple rebates. Here are a few of them to get you started:

$4 Bolt/Hartz rebate
$5 Rayovac/Disney rebate
$4 Ronzoni/Bolt rebate
$5 Ortega/Bedtime Stories rebate
$5 coupon for Bedtime Stories

My Grocery Deals (website)

Think of MyGroceryDeals as circulars 2.0 -- all the savings, none of the paper cuts! This free website lets you search for grocery sales in your area. You can browse your favorite supermarket chain or do store-to-store comparisons on specific products. To save even more, check out the site's coupons.


(Info taken from Family Circle, 4/17/09 edition)

FREE Family Circle cosmetic case

Receive a FREE cosmetic case from Family Circle magazine when you buy any of the following featured products at Rite Aid: PediaSure, MegaRed, Miralax Quantity limited to 2500. Offer begins 3/15/09 through 6/15/09. 1 per household, must be 18, allow 6-8 weeks for shipment.

Must send original receipt & shipping address to:
Family Circle
Dept MR
19th floor
NY, NY 10017

Super Giant deals

A few things caught my eye in the circular I received in my Baltimore Sun paper today:

Chapstick 10/$10
Use 50c manuf (doubles to $1) = FREE!

CareOne rubbing alcohol BOGO

Coke 2 liters 10/$10

Celeste pizza for one 10/$10

Ocean Spray Cranberry juice drinks 2/$4
Use 2 55c manuf (each doubles to $1.10) = 2/$1.80

Deer Park water (24pk) $3.99

Walgreens deals 4/5-4/11/09

Walgreens water
$2.99 w/ in ad coupon

Palmolive dish liquid
99c w/ in ad coupon
Use $1/2 manuf = 2/98c

Hershey Bliss
2/$7
Use $1/2 Easy Saver coupon = 2/$6
Use 2 $1 IP = 2/$4
Submit for ESR = 4/$3

Cottonelle Fresh Wipes
$1.99 w/ in ad coupon
Use 50c/2 IP = 2/$3.48
Submit for 50c Caregiver's Marketplace rebate (x2)= $2.48/2

Oust
$2.99 - $2 manuf = 99c
Submit for $1 ESR = FREE

Glade Flameless candle/Lasting Impressions kit
$5.99 - $4 manuf = $1.99
Submit for $2 ESR = FREE

Ban antiperspirant/deoderant
$1.99 w/ in ad coupon
Use 75c manuf = $1.24

Schick razors
$6.99 - $2 Easy Saver coupon = $4.99
Use BOGO manuf = 2/$4.99

Nicorette (170ct)
$59.99 - $10 manuf = $49.99

Poptarts (3pk)
$4.99 - $1 on package coupon = $3.99/3 packs

Colgate Total Advance toothpaste $3.49
Receive $3.49 RR = FREE

Coke products 4/$13
Buy 4 Get 1 FREE w/ in ad coupon = 5/$13

Rite Aid deals 4/5-4/11/09

Bounty 99c
Use $1 manuf (from P&G booklet)= FREE
Use $1/2 manuf (from P&G insert today) = 2/98c

Dawn 99c
Use 50c manuf (from P&G booklet) = 49c

Old Spice Antiperspirant/deoderant
$5.99 - $4 SCR = $1.99 - $1 manuf = 99c

John Freida hair care
4/$20 - $10/4 SCR = 4/$10 - (4) $2 manuf = 4/$2
This deal is even sweeter if you can find something on clearance!

Colgate Total toothpaste
$1.99 - $1 in ad coupon = 99c - $1.50 manuf = FREE
Qualifies for SpaBucks Rewards (spend $10 on Colgate products, receive $50 SpaBucks rewards, Spend $20 on Colgate items, receive $125 SpaBucks Rewards)

Schick razors $4.99
Use BOGO manuf = 2/$4.99

Nicorette (170ct)
Use $10 in ad coupon - $10 SCR - $10 manuf coupon = $30 in savings!!!

Blink tears
$7.99 - $7.99 SCR - $2 manuf = $2 MM

Benadryl
$4.99 - $2 in ad coupon = $2.99 - $1 manuf = $1.99

Sudafed
$4.99 - $2 in ad coupon = $2.99 - $1.50 manuf = $1.49

Glade aerosol air freshner
99c - $1/2 manuf = 98c/2

Knoor Lipton sides
99c - 75c/2 manuf = $1.23/2

Swiffer refills rebate (up to $10)

Click on this link to print a form for a $5 or $10 rebate (in the form of a pre-paid debit card) for purchasing $10 or $20 worth of Swiffer product refills. Offer valid until 5/15/09 and must be postmarked by 5/31/09.

FREE nursing cover!

***DISCLAIMER***
First of all, let me start this post by saying that by posting this in no way am I even hinting that I think nursing mothers should cover their little one. However, when I was doing so in public, I did, but only because I was too clumsy & self concious to nurse without being covered.

Udder Covers is offering a FREE nursing cover when you enter code ONEFREE. You will be responsible for shipping charges (I think it's $7.95). From my understanding, there are only pink & blue left.

Brag

I have to take a minute to write this quick post about my son, because he totally floored me this morning on the way to daycare.

He'a a HUGE fan of trucks, any kind of truck really, but especially fire trucks/ambulances. We were talking about fire trucks this morning, and I asked him how we called the fire trucks, fully expecting him to ask me "How?" back as his answer. Nope...he said "9-1-1" My jaw dropped to the ground, and then I grinned ear to ear, telling him how proud I was of him, and asked who taught him that. I figured they must have discussed it at daycare, but nope, he said his daddy told him. Then, we drove by a billboard that had the numbers 2-1-1 on there, and he pointed and told me that was 9-1-1, so I had to correct him, but was still excited that he recognized the numbers.

Now I guess I need to teach him our address just in case he ever does have to call 9-1-1.

FREE spatula at Sears

Click this link for a PDF coupon for a FREE spatula at Sears retail stores. Offer expires 4/4/09.

I hit the motherload!

For Christmas, I received 4 brand new bras! I've always been a Victoria's Secret girl, up until after having Caroline. Since then, my old bras just didn't fit like they used to so I was on the lookout for a new brand. Many of my friends had recommended Bali bras, so I tried them (that's what I got for Christmas). I was happy, up until after they'd been washed a few times, and then the cups got a bit wrinkly, and would show through my shirt, despite the fact that they weren't supposed to. So, I wrote to the company and shared my issue with them. After several emails back and forth, I finally received a resolution: they would send me a replacement. I had a package in the mailbox late last week & when I opened it, out came 4 brand new Bali bras, just exactly like what I have now, minus the wrinkles on the cups! WOW! I never in my life expected all 4 bras to be replaced, but sure enough, that's what happened.

Moral of the story: Bali bras are AWESOME and have AWESOME customer service! If you have a complaint, ALWAYS contact the company to let them know. Many of them figure on the fact that if you take the time to voice your opinion, there are at least 10 others out there who have the same problem, but don't take the time to let it be known. And who knows, you might just reap the rewards like I did.

The Meaning of Time

The Meaning of Time

To understand the meaning of one year
Ask a student who was failed his exam

To understand the meaning of one month
Ask a mother who was given birth to a pre-mature baby

To understand the meaning of one week
Ask an editor of weekly magazine

To understand the meaning of one day
Ask a daily wage labor

To understand the meaning of one hour
Ask a girl who was waiting for her boy

To understand the meaning of one minute
Ask a person who has missed the train

To understand the meaning of one second
Ask a person who has survived an accident

To understand the meaning of one milli-second
Ask a printer who has won a silver medal in the Olympics

Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery and today is a gift; that's why they call it the
present

Eleanor Roosevelt

No doubt you've probably received this in an email forward in the past...I know I have, several times. Why then do you ask, did I post this? Well, because tonight on my way from work to pick the kids up from daycare, I just missed being in an accident. Just after crossing the highway, I heard squealing tires, a loud bang, a looked in my rear view mirror only to see a truck T-bone the car that was just behind me at the stop light, and was attempting to cross the highway. As much as I wanted to stop & see if I could help, I just couldn't bring myself to do it, all along thinking to myself how that was almost me, and this poem popped in my head, and I knew I needed to share, just in case.

Apology re: Walgreens deals

For some reason the past few weeks, I've not been getting the Walgreens sale circular in my Sunday paper, hence the reason there has been no posting of the Walgreens deals. Hopefully, this "issue" will resolve itself (very) soon!

Rite Aid deals 3/29-4/4/09

Not much that appeals to me again this week...

Magnum razors
$4.99 - $4.99 SCR = FREE

Almay eye cosmetics
$5.99 - $2 SCR = 3.99 - $1 manuf = $2.99

Some more Kmart finds

OK, so I've been to Kmart a total of 3 times this week to take advantage of their "Super Double" coupon promotion. Here are a few more things that I've gotten good deals on:

Revlon nail polish $4.59 - $ manuf = 59c
Playtex cleansing cloths $2.39 - $1 manuf = 39c
Excedrin $3.99 - $2 manuf = FREE
Pledge multi surface cloths $3.50 - $2 manuf = FREE
KY warming $4.29 - $2 manuf = 29c
Swiffer duster refills $3.49 - $1 manuf = $1.49
Dentyne gum $1.19 - $1/2 = 38c/2
Mountain Dew/Pepsi case $6.99 - $2 manuf = $2.99
Pace $2.99 - $4 manuf = FREE
Pringles 99c - $1 manuf = FREE
Tropicana OJ $2.99 - $1 manuf = 99c
Shake & Bake $2.19 - $1 manuf = 19c
People magazine $3.99 - $1 manuf = $1.99
Satin care shave gel $2.69 - $1 manuf = 69c
Halls cough drops $1.99 - $1 manuf = FREE
Good life dog food (small bag) $4.99 - $2 manuf = 99c

Energizer/McDonalds rebate

Buy $35 of Energizer batteries by 3/31/09 & receive a $10 McDonalds gift card. Click here for printable form.

2 year All You magazine subscription $17.99

Deal Seeking Mom has a deal going on through March 28 where you can buy a 2 year subscription to All You magazine for only $17.99! This magazine is packed full of coupons each month, and generally pays for itself (for me) with the coupons I get from it. It's only available for purchase at Wal-Mart stores, so if you don't have one around you, this is your chance to get it even cheaper than buying it in store (I think each issue is around $2.24 in store).

My finds at Kmart Super Doubles!

Here's a few of the things that I purchased today at Kmart. My total before coupons was $144.14, and after it was $48.48, a total savings of $95.66! All the coupons listed are the face value, not the doubled amount. I'm planning on going back (at least) once more this week to see if they have some items they were out of today, not to mention have a little more time (I went on my lunch break today).

Gillette shampoo & bodywash $4.49 - $2 manuf = 49c
Dry Idea $3.99 - $2 manuf = FREE
Kotex $1.29 - $1 manuf = FREE
Gillette shampoo $4.99 - $2 manuf = 99c
Crest $2.99 - $1 manuf = 99c
Suave 3.79 - FREE coupon up to $3 = 79c (I got the largest bottle there was, not the regular size bottle)
Satin care shave gel $2.69 - $1 mauf = 69c
Soleil razors $5.49 - $2 manuf = 1.49 (not a GREAT buy, but I love these razors, so it was worth it to me)
Dove deoderant (trial size) 99c - $1.50/2 = FREE
Oral B toothbrush $2.50 - $2 manuf = FREE
Infant Tylenol $5.49 - $2 manuf = 1.49
Advil PM $4.99 - 2 manuf = 99c
Advil liquid gels $4.49 - $2 manuf = 49c
KY $3.99 - $2 manuf = FREE
Resolve pet spray $4.29 - $1.50 manuf = 1.29
Lysol (large cans) $4.50 - $2 manuf = 50c
Huggies wipes $2.99 - $1 manuf = 99c
Pampers & Pullups $10.99 - $2 manuf = 6.99
Colorox 2 detergent (small bottle) $4.89 - $1 manuf = $2.89
Pupporoni treats $2.99 - $1 manuf = 99c
Spearamint gum $1 - FREE coupon = FREE
Poptarts (8ct) $2.49 - $1 peelie = 49c


I hadn't planned on purchasing all these items, but the coupon fairy had been there before me, leaving coupons that still had valid expiration dates around some items, so I picked them up & used them. See, I told you Coupon Karma made it's rounds!

So, what good buys did you get this week????

I have officially...

Outgrown my wallet size coupon organizer! It's busting at the seams with all the awesome P&G coupons I have stuffed in there,even after sharing the wealth with some buddies at work. Gotta find something else to carry them now I guess....

Here's a link for a $4 Pace printable! If you have issues printing it, here is an awesome post regarding troubles printing coupons at the Coupon Mommie. Check it out, very useful information!

Rite Aid deals 3/22-3/28/09

Always pantiliners/ultra maxi pads/wipes OR Tampax tampons
$2.99 - $1 SCR = $1.99 - $1 manuf coupon (P&G year of savings booklet) = $99c

Electrasol automatic dish
$3.99 - $1.50 in ad coupon = $2.49 - 40c manuf coupon = $2.09

Purina cat/kitten/puppy/dog chow (4lb bag)
$3.99 - $3 IP = 99c

Mitchum antiperspirant/deoderant
not sure of price
use$2 in ad coupon & 75c manuf coupon (or $1 IP)

Huggies diapers/pullups
$9.99 - $2 SCR = $7.99 - $3 IP = $4.99
Also submit for Caregiver's Marketplace rebate to earn an additional 75c (per package purchased)

*GASP* I can't believe I did that!

Seriously, I have a confession to make: Today, I bought something I knew I had a coupon for, but didn't use the coupon (because it was at home, 150 miles away). Yes, that's right, I said it...Phew, I feel better now (but only just a little).

My son has been dealing with some chronic constipation issues for about 2 weeks now. We stopped diluting his apple juice, thinking that would solve it...it didn't. Then, I tried putting Karo syrup in his juice, which worked for about 1 poop, but then he was back to "bunny pellets" So, today, before we got back in the car to travel home from our overnight vacation, I walked to the drug store & purchased some Metamucil to put in his cup. It was on sale for $5.99 and I knew at home I had a $1 coupon I could be using, but HAD to have it, so I just sucked it up & made the purchase. I rationalized it to myself that it was OK not to use the coupon, because at least I would still get to submit it for the Caregiver's Marketplace rebate.

If you didn't think I have issues before, no doubt you think that now!

K-mart Super Doubles 3/22-3/28/09

They're baaaaaaack! Yippy!

I just perused the online copy of the sales circular & saw only a few things of interest to me:
Pampers/Huggies $10.99
Schick razors $5
LOTS of cleaning supplies on sale!

Click this link to make shopping even sweeter! Earn a $25 gift card for every $50 you spend at Kmart (from Glamour). Mailing address is in small print at the bottom of the page.

Ahhhh, retail therapy!

Yesterday, sweet hubby of mine kept the kids while I went in town to get a (much needed) haircut.....I called the salon on my way to town, hoping that my stylist was working, and surprisingly, she was! I was able to make an appointment for 430p, which left me with a little time to kill, so I walked the mall before my hair appointment.

I went into JC Penney to buy some new pillows for us....Armed with a $5 JC Penney reward certificate and a $10/25 coupon, I found a twin pack of queen pillows for $23.99. There was a sale going on where you bought 1 pillow (or pack of pillows) and got the second for $1. I also picked up a long sleeve shirt for hubby, which was on clearance fror $5.99. After it was all said and done, I paid $16.xx for 4 pillows and a shirt! I was thrilled!

After my hair appointment was over, I walked around some more, enjoying the "me" time. I went into Bath & Body Works, which I had a coupon for a free item when you purchased another, so I replenished my Sweet pea body cream supply & also picked up a travel size of Butterfly flower scent for $1. I got 3 things for $13.xx plus another coupon to use in April for a free candle.

Off to Gymboree to see what they had for me to buy, since I have a 20% off coupon for there as well. The cashier told me that they were having a sale and everything $32.95 and less would ring up as $19.99 (unless it was already marked down). I didn't find anything that really jumped out at me, but I did buy Caroline a cute little pair of leggins for $2.xx

I went in Victoria's Secret on my way back out to the car, hoping to cash in a freebie coupon I have, and buy some panties. Unfortunately, they were in the middle of taking inventory and were less than willing to check in the back to see if they had more of what I wanted, so I walked out without buying anything.

After leaving the mall, I headed to Target to use some baby coupons that were soon expiring. I bought Pampers diapers (on sale $9, used $1 Target coupon, $1.50 manuf coupon =$6.50), Luvs diapers (7.99, used $1 Target coupon, $1 manuf coupon = $5.99), 2 packs Huggies Gentle Care wipes (used 2 $5 IPs = 99c each pack watch the wording on these though, some were specifically for Gentle Care diapers & should only be used on diapers), travel size Satin Care shave gel (99c - $1 manuf coupon = FREE), 4 Johnson's Buddies (97c - $1 manuf coupon = FREE), Lucas' easter basket (a Tonka truck!), a CD for me to listen to at work (soothing piano music), and a shirt for each kid to wear on St Patrick's day. I was pretty pleased with my total, though I don't remember what it was right off hand.

Since I was right there, I ran into Best Buy & picked up a paper shredder since ours broke a while back (I tried to feed it too many sheets at once!). No coupon, but it was on sale for under $30, plus I get points towards a Rewards certificate.

A quick trip to fill the car up with gas at Sam's club completed my trip, but not before I checked to see if Staples was still open (it wasn't), since I had an ink cartridge to turn in, and some $1 sale items I wanted to pick up....guess that will have to wait until later this week.

Definately refreshing to get out by myself for a few hours, and even better to spend some money, yet save at the same time!

Rite Aid deals 3/15-3/21/09

Dove deoderant.body was/body mist/bath bar/hair care
BOGO 50% off
Spend $15 get $5 Rite Aid gift card
This would be a good time to use those $1.50/2 deoderant/body mist coupons if you have any left over after Walgreens RR deal that's been going on. You can buy the trial size deoderants for around 99c & use the coupons on them.
If you buy conditioner & aren't satisfied, here is a satisfaction guarantee you can send in to get your money back.

Band-Aid
$2.99 - $1 SCR = $1.99
Use $1 manuf coupon = 99c

Samy i Style Spray/mousse/wax/glue
$4.99 - $4.99 SCR = FREE

Secret Flawless Antiperspirant/Deoderant
$3.99 - $2 SCR = $1.99
Use $1 manuf coupon = 99c

Colgate Total Advanced toothpaste
$1.74 - $1.50 IP = 24c

Pedigree dog food (4lb bag)
$3.99 - $4 IP = FREE w/ 1c overage

Gain Fabric Softener
$2.49 - $1 manuf coupon = $1.49

Palmolive dish liquid
99c - 25c manuf coupon = 74c

O-Cel-O sponges (4 pack)
99c - $1/2 manuf coupon = 98c/2

Kleenex tissues
99c - $1/4 manuf coupon = $2.96/4

Vanity Fair cups/plates/bowls
$1.99 - $1/2 manuf coupon = $2.98/2

Glade scented oil candle refills/candles/plugins scented oil single packs
2/$5 - $2/2 IP = 2/$3 (scented oil candle refills)

FREE music downloads at HotCouponWorld

Over at HotCouponWorld, you can download up to 25 FREE songs through Emusic. Click here for details.

Emusic is a subscriber service (so you do need a credit card) which you pay $11.99/month for 30 song dowloads (or 40c per song). Right now they're offering a free trial offer, and should you choose to, you can cancel but the 25 free songs are yours to keep. Not sure how it compares to Itunes or other song download sites, but it's definately worth checking out!

FREE Brewmaster's kit from Killian's

Click here to sign up for a FREE "Brewmaster's kit" from Killian's. You will need to register at the site prior to being able to sign up, and you must be 21 to register. This offer is NOT valid in TX or CA (Sorry!). Use code P3W9L4T or M9N7K3K when prompted. Kit includes: 4 beer glasses with Killian's logo, bottle opener keychain, a Bremaster's Tasting Guide.

Phonebooks go green

To opt out of receiving a phone book, sign up at this site. A very simple way to help protect the environment & go green!

Kid's Eat Free Nights

The following is a list (local to me) of restaurants that offer FREE kids meals WYB an adult meal. Another GREAT way to let the whole family eat out for cheap!

Monday
La Tolteca--1 child (under 10) eats free w/ paying adult
Texas Roadhouse--kids entree free w/ adult entree

Tuesday
Applebees--kids 12 & under eat for 99c w/ an adult
Chick-Fil-A (Rt 13)--FREE kids meal w/ purchase of combo
Denny's--Up to 2 FREE kids meals w/ purchase of adult meal after 4p
Golden Corral--kids eat for $1.99
Friendly's--kids eat FREE 4-11p

Wednesday
McDonald's (Pemberton Dr)--$1 hamburger happy meal 5-8p
IHOP--FREE kids meal w/ adult meal 3-10p
Uno Chicago Grill--kids eat FREE w/ purchase of adult meal

Thursday
McDonald's (Fruitland)--$1 hamburger happy meal 5-8p
Chick-Fil-A (mall)--FREE kids meal w/ purchase of combo

Saturday
Quizno's--99c kids meals
IHOP--FREE kids meal w/ adult purchase 3-10p
Denny's--kids eat FREE after 4p w/ adult purchase

Sunday
Quizno's--99c kids meals
Uno Chicago Grill--15% off lunch check when you present your church bulletin from Oak Ridge Baptist Church or Soul Discovery

Jiffy Lube experience

Last week, I wanted, no NEEDED, an oil change for the car. Last time I went to good 'ol Walmart to get it & their price had skyrocketed to $30 for the minimum, so I told myself I wasn't going back there again (not to mention the fact that they didn't even get the right kind of oil in there, but that's a whole different story in itself). So, I called Jiffy Lube to see if they were busy, and whether or not they thought they'd be able to get it done while I was on my lunchbreak. There were a few cars in front of me when I arrived there, but there were plenty of techs around working on them, so I had no doubt that it wouldn't take very long at all. I was even prepared with a coupon to use (imagine that, right?!).

I must say, I was beyond impressed when the tech brought 2 different filters to me to ask if I wanted to have them replaced. Despite the fact that I had no idea what I was looking at, the tech was able to tell me what they were, how much they cost & why I should have them replaced. He wasn't pushy at all when I decided to only replace one. A few minutes later, he came back to tell me that my windshield wipers needed replacing (which I knew), and asked if I wanted him to do that as well. All in all, this took no more than 20 minutes from start to finish, including window washing and interior vacumming (which was badly needed, even if it was up front only).

Granted I spent $60, even with my coupon, but I got an oil change, new wiper blades, and some kind of filter (see, I still don't know what it is). Oh yeah, and I donated $3 to get a booklet of coupons to use at various places, including Jiffy Lube, throughout this year. Needless to say, I now consider myself one of Jiffy Lube's customers.

Walgreens deals 3/8-3/14/09

Much better deals here this week, compared to Rite Aid....

Tuf Paper Towels
59c w/ in ad coupon
Slightly cheaper than buying the 8 roll pack for $5, but they're tough (ie not good for wiping boogies or things of that nature)

Garnier Fructis hair care (excludes serum)
$2.99 - $2 Easy Saver coupon = 99c
Use $1 manuf coupon = FREE w/ 1c overage

Coffeemate
BOGO $2.49
Use 2 of the $1.50 IPs = 2 for FREE + 51c overage

Glade Air Freshneners
$7.99 -$4 Easy Saver coupon = $3.99
Use $4 manuf coupon = FREE + 1c overage
Use BOGO IP also = 2 for FREE w/ overage

Right Guard/Dry Idea Antiperspirant/Deoderant
$2.99 - $1/2 manuf coupon = $4.98/2
Earn $2 RR = like paying $2.98/2

Aquafresh toothpaste 6.4oz
99c w/ in ad coupon
Use 75c IP = 24c

Gillette Fusion Gamer razor
$8.99 - $4 manuf coupon = $4.99
Earn $4 RR = like paying 99c

Advil PM 16-20ct
$4.49 - $2 IP = $2.49
Earn $2 RR = like paying 49c

Colgate Total Advanced toothpaste 4oz
$3.49 - $2.50 Easy Saver coupon = 99c
Use $1 IP = FREE + 1c overage

Buy $25 worth Huggies/Poise/Depends/Scott/Cottonelle/Kleenex/Kotex
Earn $10 RR
A GREAT deal to spend those $5 Huggies printables on, if you haven't already used them!

Rite Aid deals 3/8-3/14/09

As promised...but, there's not much on the "menu" this week, at least as far as I'm concerned.

Garnier Fructis shampoo/conditioner/stylers
2/$6 - $3/2 SCR = 2/$3
Use 2 $1 manuf coupons = 2/$1

I was in the newspaper!

Last week sometime, I had a write from the local newspaper contact me, asking to do a story about my coupon-ing abilities. I was stoked! Here's the link to her story in case you're interested, but it's also in the hard copy of today's paper.

I'll be back later this evening with my "deal" posts for Walagreens & Rite Aid this coming week, so stay tuned.

FREE Orioles Tickets!

Go here to sign up for a FREE ticket to an Orioles game during your birthday month. Please note that birthdays in Oct-Dec will be given tickets to a Sept game. Birthdays Jan-March will be given tickets to an April game. You can even sign the kids up!

I won!

A few weeks back, I entered a contest on one of my new favorite blogs, not thinking I'd ever be so lucky as to win....I never win anything....Well, lo and behold, I did win! In fact, I won a $10 Amazon giftcard, which I spent on myself (rather than the kids) for a change.

Last week while I was sick, I finished the book I'd been reading since Christmas (given to me by a dear friend, Maria). So, I could think of nothing better than to spend my winnings on the next book in the series:

Then, I decided to cash in some points over at MyPoints, and I chose a $25 Barnes & Noble giftcard, which I also spent all on myself, purchasing the next 3 books after the one pictured above (which is actually 2 books in 1)!

Now, to find time to get all this reading done! Thanks guys!!!!

Walgreens DEALS!

A few notable things this week at Walgreens:

Sambucol MONEY MAKER
$12.99 - $10 Easy Saver coupon = $2.99 - $4 IP = MM!!!

Dove MONEY MAKER
Buy 8 Dove items get $10 RR
Buy 10 Dove bar soaps, use in ad coupon 99c each
You can also purchase the trial size deoderants for this deal to work, which there is a $1.50/2 manuf coupon out for

Pepsi products
3/$11, buy 3 earn $3 RR

Carmex
$2.99, earn $2 RR

Blink eye drops MONEY MAKER
$7.99, earn $8 RR
Use $1.50 IP

Axe FREE AFTER REBATE (all month)

Wal-zyr allergy FREE AFTER REBATE (this week only due to sale price)

Walgreens brand headache relief FREE AFTER REBATE

Pillow Fight!

Olive Juice Bags Contest

Olive Juice Bags is a manufacturer of funky affordable fabric bags, Made in the USA. Olive Juice Bags is holding a Bag-of-the-Month giveaway and you can help spread the word. These bags are eco-friendly because the company has found a way to utilize overrun fabric and keep it out from being thrown away. Repurposing the fabric into a functional and fashionable product means less waste in the landfills. Because of this, many of the bags are unique: five-of-a kind, two-of-a kind or even one-of-a kind.

If you see an Olive Juice Bag you like, snag it quickly because you may not see the same bag ever again. Olive Juice Bags is also a socially conscious company that supports real-wage jobs. Local families benefit from jobs provided by companies that manufacture in the US-- and Olive Juice Bags is one of them.

Check out the different varieties of Olive Juice Bags here.

To enter the Bag-a-month contest, simply blog about it and be sure to send a link for that particular post (not your blog homepage) to olivehuicebags@comcast.net You may enter once per day. Contest runs through August 31, 2009. There will be 6 winners chosen (1 each month), and a list of winners will be available in the monthly newsletter, which you can sign up for on the website. As a newsletter subscriber, you are also eligible for special discounts/promotions at Olive Juice Bags.

Rite Aid deals 3/1-3/7/09

LOTS of FREE stuff this week at Rite Aid, but other than that, nothing to write home about.

Snore Stop
8.99 - $8.99 SCR = FREE

SnoreStop Extinguisher
$12.99 - $12.99 = FREE

You can go here to sign up for a FREE Snore Stop promotion kit, which I ran across while attempting to locate coupon matchup for these items. Looks like it's the same items you can get FAR this week.

Soothe Eye Drops
$7.49 - $7.49 SCR = FREE
Use $3 manuf coupon = $3 MM
Or, if you can't get your hands on the $3 coupon, you can use the $1 IP found here (you might have to scroll through the pages to find it, but it's there, I promise).

Novitra
$7.99 - $7.99 SCR = FREE
Use $3 RA IP = $3 MM

Sinus Buster
$8.99 - $8.99 SCR = FREE

Ocean Complete Nasal Rinse
$8.99 - $8.99 SCR = FREE

Always/Tampax
$2.99 - $1 SCR = $1.99
Use $1 manuf = 99c

SanDisk 2GB Memory Stick/Card
$12.99 - $5 SCR = $7.99

Lexar 1GB Memory Card (limit 2)
$7.99 - $5 SCR = $2.99

Duracell AA/AAA 8 pack
$5.99 - $3 in ad coupon = $2.99
Use $1 manuf coupon = $1.99