Friday, January 30, 2009
QVC: iQdoU? Get $10 for signing up!
Are you a first time QVCer? QVC is offering a free $10 for all new accounts made. Click here to sign up. When the registration is complete, they will give you an account number (write it down). You will need this to shop. Your pin number will be the number you entered after your email address. At the prompt, sign in with your QVC account number and pin. They will give you the $10 credit to use immediately. They have plenty of items for under $10 with free shipping and plenty that come out to less including shipping too.
Our Super Bowl Sunday Menu
Here's is what we will be serving for Super Bowl Sunday. Many of the items will be cooked in a crockpot to make it easier.
Pre-Appetizer
Rolaids, Tums, Pepcid AC, Zantac, or Altoid...which every you choose! It will be a hot and spicy evening. If you feel your mouth burn, head for the cold punch!
Appetizers
Buffalo & Plain Chicken Wings served with celery and blue cheese/ranch
*My fiance makes these. The two key ingredients in his sauce is Frank's Hot Sauce and Famous Dave's Devil's Spit BBQ Sauce the rest is secret.
Buffalo Chicken Dip served with Tostitos
Mozzarella Sticks served with marinara sauce
Meatballs in a BBQ Glaze
Jalapeño Poppers
Main Meal
Chili (made in a huge pot)
*Lean Ground Beef, Brooks Chili Beans, Brooks Chili Mix, Chili Ready Tomatoes, Tomato Sauce, Jalapeños. We also put hot dogs in it once it's done for those that want chili dogs.
Beverage
Lime Punch
*Pineapple Juice, packet of lime Kool-aid, lime sherbet and 7-up/Sprite. You could use any matching Kool-aid and sherbet - like orange.
Dessert
Brownies
Possibly cookies and/or cupcakes
Last but not least, a Steeler's win!
Aeropostale: Extra 30% off Clearance
DirecTv: February Free Previews
Thursday, January 29, 2009
The Children's Place - Additional 50% offClearance
The Children's Place is having a Monster Sale with an additional 50% off Clearance items. Shipping is a flat fee of $5. Use SA19 to save an additional 15% off your order!
In addition, you can make your purchase through Ebates to earn 3% back on your purchase, 3% back if you shop through Upromise, or 3% through Mr. Rebate. Who doesn't like earning money back on their purchases?
Old Navy: Additional 50% off Clearance - Online only
Shop Old Navy online and get an additional 50% off of their CLEARANCED items! It will be going on for the next 5 days! When you are ready to checkout, fill in all of your information and put in the promo code HALFOFF to get 50% off of the already clearanced price items!!!
Like the other shopping deals, receive 3% back on your purchase through Ebates, 3% back from Upromise, or 4% from Mr. Rebates. Not a member of any of these sites? It's easy and free to join. Just click the cash back shopping site you would like to use, register, then search for the store you would like to shop. Shop and start earning cash back for doing it!
My Shopping Trip - Week of 1/25/09
Target
I picked up the Kashi Bars here instead of Rite Aid (which would have been $0.25 per box cheaper) because our store normally don't have them. I wanted to make sure I got them while the coupons were still good. There was a Lunchable too but my fiance and son were heading out the door and he took it with him. Total OOP: $9.80 -- Saved $25.04
Kroger
We went the afternoon the snow and sleet started (Tuesday). The one thing I like most about our Kroger's store - they do an excellent job keep the shelves stocked and restocked during bad weather. I went for their Mega Mix & Match sale. When I found it was going to be a two week sale, I decided to put it off a week since we really did NEED anything. It gave me time to use up some of the other items in our cabinets and freezer to make room for these items. Some of the items will be used on our Super Bowl menu (which will be up soon). Total OOP: $35.23 -- saved $85.41
Meijer
This was another stock up stop. Total OOP: $18.25 -- saved $29.93
Rite Aid I couldn't pass up the $3.99 cat/kitten food. This is the cats fave! Plus I had a 2 - dollar off coupons plus a buy 2 Kitten Chow, Get a free Cat Chow...deal! The kids have been bothering me for the Reese's Eggs so we picked up two of them. I don't know what it is about those things but they love them! Total OOP: $10.44 (total was $20.44 - used $10 Gift Certificate) - saved $36.86
**Will get back $10.99 back in rebates - $.55 profit!
Caribou Coffee: Free 12oz Decaf Coffee January 30, 2009
All Caribou Coffee locations will offer free 12-ounce cups of decaffeinated coffee from noon until closing this Friday, January 30, 2009.
Snow Much Fun!!
This was Tuesday (27th) at about 8:30 pm.
This was taken yesterday afternoon when the snow finally stopped (a little after 12:00 pm). There was even some sun...
Here are the boys digging for ice chunks.
Wanna go for a bike ride? He did. I wouldn't let them pull the four wheelers out so he dug his bike out and took it for a ride.
The kids had fun coloring the snow. I can only imagine what the neighbors think of our tie dyed lawn.
Things I Love Thursday - A Clear Face
WOW! That's about all I could say about it. I wish I would have tried it sooner. My breakouts clear up a lot quicker than they did with ProActiv. I've also noticed that I haven't had as many. It doesn't bleach my towels (like ProActiv did). It's amazing stuff! If I notice a breakout coming, I put a little Repair Lotion on the spot and 9 out of 10 times so far it's went away without causing "damage" or causing me to freak out. Trust me - if it didn't work, I'd tell ya. It's also a lot cheaper.
To see what others love, visit The Diaper Diaries Things I Love Thursday.
Victoria's Secret: 20% Off Entire Purchase
Marsh Supermarket Deals - Week of 1/29/09 - 2/4/09
Now these sale prices are based on you using your Fresh Idea card. Don't have one? No need to worry, just stop by the front office on your way into the store. Also, you may want to check out their internet coupon policy before heading out. They do double coupons up to $.50, everything over is face value. You will also want to link your Fresh Idea card to UPromise and to Fresh Ideas for Education (points go to your school for your purchases).
Marsh has a 4-day sale starting 1/29/09 - 2/1/09 - lots of stuff for Super Bowl Parties
4-Day Sale Items:
Fresh Ground Chuck $1.77 lb (limit 10 lbs)
6-pack Pepsi, Coke and 7-Up 4/$9.00 (limit 1 offer)
-$0.55/2 10-05-08 SS
Final Price: $1.45/2
-$1.00/3 10-12-08 SS (expires 1/31/09) and $1.00/4 10-12-08 SS (expires 1/31/09)
-$0.45/2 Upromise ecoupon
Final Price: $2.00/3 plus $0.45 deposited into Upromise Acct.
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All Week Deals:
Perdue Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast $1.77 lb
Flame Red or Thompson White Seedless Grapes $0.98 lb
Premium Organic Red Delicious Apples $0.18 each
Fresh Green Cabbage $0.48 lb
Eckrich Smoked Sausage $2.50
-$1.00/2 12-08-08 SS
Final Price: $4.00/2
Kraft Cheese 6-8oz chunk, shredded, crumbles or cubes $2.00 -- There are blinkies out there for $.75/1...I found them at Kroger.
Kraft Singles 12oz $1.50 -- There are blinkies out there for $.75/1...I found them at Kroger.
Doritos 11-12oz B1G1 2/$3.99
Lloyd's BBQ $3.99
-$1.00/1 1-25-09 SS, $0.75/1 12-7-08 or 1-25-09 SS
Final Price: $2.99 - 3.24
Hillshire Farm Lit'l Wieners $3.00
-$1.00/2 1-25-09 RP
Final Price: $5.00/2
Tyson Any'tizers $3.00
-$1.00/1 1-18-09 SS
Final Price: $2.00
Chex Mix B1G1
-$1.00/2 1-4-09 and 1-25-09 SS
Final Price: varies
Orville Redenbacher’s 2-4 ct B1G1
-$1.00/2 1-18-09 SS
Final Price: varies
Nabisco Snack Crackers, Triscuit, Vegetable or Wheat Thins (assorted) $2.00
-$2.00/2 1-25-09 SS (Triscuits & Wheat Thins)
Final Price: $2.00/2
Thomas English Muffins B1G1
Koepplinger’s Bread $1.00
Little Debbie Valentine Snacks $1.25Heinz Ketchup 32-36oz $2.00
French's Classic Yellow Mustard $1.50
-$0.30/1 1-18-09 SS
Final Price: $0.90
Frank's Hot Sauce $1.50
-$0.50/1 printable or 1-18-09 SS
Final Price: $.50 each
Philadelphia Cream Cheese $1.25
Eggo Waffles 12.3-16.4 oz Assorted Varieties $2.50
-$0.75/1 or $1.00/2 12-14-08 RP
Final Price: $1.75 one or $4.00/2
Jello Pudding or Gelatin Refrigerated 6ct $1.50
-$0.60/1 printable
Final Price: $0.90
Dean's Dip 12-16oz Assorted Varieties $1.79
-$1.00/2 1-25-09 SS
Final Price: $2.58/2
SuperPretzel Pretzels $2.50
-$0.75/1 1-25-09 RP or $1.00/2 1-25-09 RP
Final Price: $1.75/1 or $4.00/2
-$0.50/1 printable (Naturals)
Final Price: $1.99
If you heading to Marsh with the kiddos don't forget the Kid's Club Treat of the Week - Fielding Activity Sheet. You can also get their card at the front desk as well.
If you see anything else, let me know.Walgreens: February Easy Saver - Free After ESR
Interested in a preview of the February Easy Saver Rebates? You can see the scan here. (Thank slickdeals) These are valid from February 1 - 28, 2009 (nope, no overlapping this time).
There are a few FREE after ESR that are good during the month of February...
Zucol Cold Care Lozenges 18pk - $7.99 ($2.00/1 printable coupon)
Revlon Age Defying Spa Concealer or Spa Foundation - Up to $10 ($1.00/1 10-12-08 and 11-16-08 SS)
Garnier Fructis Wonder Waves Shampoo, Conditioner, or Stylers 6.8-13oz - Up to $4.29 ($1.00/1 11-9-08 and 1-4-09 RP - two coupons in each (1) for Shampoo, Conditioner or Treatment and (1) for Style Product)
Revlon Creme Lip Gloss - Up to $10 ($1.00/1 10-12-08 and 11-16-08 SS)
Walgreens Multi-Purpose No Rub Solution 4oz - $1.99
ThermaCare Trial Size Neck, Shoulder & Wrist Heat Wrap - $2.49
CVS: February Monthly ECB Book - Free After ECB Offers
There are a few FREE after ECB offers that are good during the month of February...
CVS Children's Chewable Aspirin 36ct, Get $1.99 ECBs (Limit 1)
Extreme Energy 6-hour Shot 2-pack, Get $4.99 in ECBs (Limit 1)
EARinse 1-oz, Get $7.99 ECBs (Limit 2)
Coupon Inserts for 2/1/09
There will be 2 inserts in Sunday's paper - February 1, 2009. There will be a Smart Source and a Red Plum insert.
Remember that when you purchase your paper from the store, you are not guaranteed coupon inserts. I would check each paper before purchasing multiples. Or save money and trees, purchase only the coupons you need at The Coupon Clippers.
Here are a few coupons that I noticed:
Up to $30.00 - BREEZE 2 or Contour Meter from Bayer - will be good at Walgreens week of 2/1/09 -2/7/09 for free monitor
$1.00/2 Kellogg's Fruit Flavored Snacks 6 count or larger
$1.00/1 M&M'S Brand PREMIUMS Chocolate Candies - will be good at Walgreens in coming week
$4.00/1 Air Wick I-Motion Starter Kit
$0.50/1 Betty Crocker Fruit Roll-Ups Fruit Stickerz Fruit Flavored Snacks
B1G1 Glade Fabric & Air Odor Eliminator
B1G1 Glade Scented Oil Candles Holder
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
Weigh In Wednesday - 1/27/09
If I had to rate on a scale of 1-10 (10 being the highest) for my effort this past week, it would be a 3. I consumed a few things that I probably shouldn't have and I really didn't workout. I took some time this afternoon to rearrange the family room so I can get to the treadmill again. Once the snow clears (hear there's more on the way), we will move it to the workout area in the detached garage. I will then be able to workout in peace and with all the room that I want.
I did post what I did do as far as workouts. The most was probably Wednesday & Thursday when I spent a couple hours on the Wii Fit. I really need to get back to the elliptical, treadmill and strength training.
My plans for this week are to: walking/jog on the treadmill 4x this week, Wii Fit for at least 30 minutes everyday, strength training 4x this week, and eat better (this is my main problem this past week).
How are you doing on your weight loss/fitness goals? Did you make a resolution/goal for 2009 to lose weight? What are you doing to lose the weight?
Goal 12/31/09 | 56.2 |
2009 Weight Loss-to-date | -2.2 |
Works For Me: Amazing Monkey Hooks
When I decorated my older son's room years ago, I had the same issue - holes galore. So, I found The Amazing Monkey Hooks. They have a thin gauge that's inserted into the wall (no stud or tools needed) and makes a single small hole. Gone with the big holes!! They hold up to 50 pounds as well. The other thing I like about them is you can't see them over the top of the picture frame. They are reasonably priced and you can find them at stores like Lowe's and WalMart.
Qdoba: Join E-Club Get Free Chips & Salsa
Meijer: 4-Day Sale - January 29-February 1, 2009
**Saturday, January 31st from 11:00 am- 2:00 pm Meijer will having a Big Game Party! You will be able to enter for a chance to win a trip to the Big Game in Miami in 2010. Free Commemorative Giveaways (200 per store). Free samples of your favorite game day foods. Free Super Snacks Recipe Booklet (500 per store).
Grocery deals:
Chex Mix Select, Gardetto's, Cheerios Snack Mix or Chex 100 Calorie - 3/$5.00 ($1.00/2 1-4-09 SS or 1-25-09SS, $0.50/1 1-25-09 SS)
Fritos or Cheetos 8-9.25 oz - $1.69
Bush's Baked Beans or Grillin' Beans 22-28 oz - $1.50
Duncan Hines Family Brownie Mix (Milk chocolate, chewy fudge or dark 'n fudgy) - $1.50
Dixie Napkins or Vanity Fair Napkins 20 ct., 10" Plates 24 ct., 9" Plates 30 ct., 7" Plates 48 ct., Bowls 24-35 ct., Ultra Cup 54 ct., Grab N Go Cup 14 ct., Bathroom Cups 90-100 ct., Dixie Napkins 160-200 ct. or Vanity Fair Napkins 40-100 ct. - $2.00
($1.00/1 Dixie Napkins 1-18-09 RP, B1G1 Dixie Plates/Bowls 11-16-08 RP, $0.50/1 Grab N Go Cups 12-7-08 SS, many coupons in 11-16-08 RP for Dixie Plates/Bowls, $0.50/1 Vanity Napkins 1-25-09 RP, $1.00/2 Vanity Napkins 1-25-09 SS)
NonGrocery deals:
Magnavox 32" HD LCD TV - $499
Sylvania 37" LCD TV - $649.99
Philips 42" LCD HDTV - $899.99
Wordless Wednesday: Wanna See My Crack?
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Mimis Cafe: Join Mimi's E-Club Get Free Breakfast
Sign up for Mimi's E-club and receive a coupon for a FREE breakfast entree. Click here to see if there is a location in your area.
Walgreens Photo: $.10 Prints
Have digital pictures that you need to get printed? Get 50 4×6 prints for just $5 at Walgreens Photo. Enter coupon code JAN50 at checkout now through January 31, 2009. Additional prints are $0.10 each.
A Few Freebies...
1-yr Subscription to Martha Stewart Living Magazine
Metamucil Pink Lemonade or Berry Burst sample
Free download of "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People" by Stephen Covey Free sample of Flush that Fat with Internal Flush
Free Workouts To Go iPod downloads from Woman's Health (left side of page)
Free sample of Crest Whitestrips Advanced Seal Free Start Making Choices Welcome Kit...click on Free Popcorn Sample
Free Child Safety Package from Amber Alert GPS
Free sample of Revage Furniture Polish
Free sample of Halo High Gloss Rinse
Free Home Water Test from Diamond Crystal Salt Team (check box at the bottom)
Free software download of BodyFitdb. BodyFitdb allows you to track your exercise, meals, weight and more. Free sample of Chocolate Turtle Chex Mix
Some oldies but goodies that are still available...
$10 Betty Crocker coupon booklet
Dinners Made Easy coupon booklet - once you sign up, you will receive emails with more coupons and dinner ideas. The latest edition had a link to $29 in coupons.
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
Freebie: 6 Photo Valentine's Day Cards
Get 6 FREE photo Valentine's Day cards from Stories by Everyone. You need to enter code VALENTINE. Shipping is also free. Hurry - expires February 1, 2009!
New York & Company - 30% off In-store or Online
In addition, you can make your purchase through Ebates to earn 4% back on your purchase, 3% back if you shop through Upromise, or 5% through Mr. Rebate. With Upromise, the money goes into the college fund. On the other two website, you will be cut a check for the money you earn by shopping online! Who doesn't love to get paid to shop?!?
Are you a member of the NY&C Rewards Club? If not, sign up while you are there. You can earn $25 rewards (every 5 times you make a purchase) and get exclusive discounts.
Kohl's Extra 15% of 20% Off Online Purchase - Today and Wednesday, January 28 only
Like the other shopping deals, receive 4% back on your purchase through Ebates, 3% back from Upromise, or 2% from Mr. Rebates. Not a member of any of these sites? It's easy and free to join. Just click the cash back shopping site you would like to use, register, then search for the store you would like to shop. Shop and start earning cash back for doing it!
Micheals Art & Craft Store - 40% off Coupon
There is a new printable Michaels coupon. It's for 40% off coupon good until Saturday, January 31, 2009. This coupon is only good on one regular priced item. There's also a bonus coupon for an Extra 25% off Wall & Tabletop Frames.
CVS Deals - Week of 1/25/09
There was only one deal that I saw that was worth mentioning. There are two deals that aren't mentioned below: Buy $20 in PepsiCo products, get $10 EBC and the buy $20 in Huggies products, get $5 ECBs. If you are interested in coupon match-ups for these let me know.
Gillette Fusion Gamer $7.99
- $4.00/1 12-28-08 P&G
- $4.00 ECB (limit 1)
Final Price: FREE plus $0.01 profit
Wisk Laundry Detergent 2/$9.00
- $1.50/2 1-18-09 RP
- $2.00 ECB (limit 1)
Final Price: $2.75 each
Mentos Gum B1G1
-$1.00/1 12-14-08 SS
Final Price: $0.35 each
Dove Beauty Bar $0.99
-$1.00/1 11-2-08 RP
Final Price: FREE
Pert Plus $1.99
-$1.00/1 1-25-09 SS
Final Price: $0.99
Gillette Hair Shampoo/Conditioner $4.99
-$2.00/1 1-18-09 P&G
-$3.00 ECB (limit 5)
Final Price: $0.99
There are a few FREE after ECB offers that are good during the month of January...
Children’s Throat Cooler Ice Pops 6ct, Get $4.99 ECBs (Limit 5)
BOGO printable
NasoGel Drip Free gel spray 1.52 oz, Get $7.99 in ECBs (Limit 2)
-$2.00 printable
Nutra Trim Weight Management chewing gum 48 ct, Get $3.99 ECBs (Limit 3)
Walgreen Deals - Week of 1/25/09
I wanted to share with you some of the deals that I saw at Walgreens this week.
Printer Cartridge Refill $5
- $5.00 January EasySaver Rebate
Final Price: FREE
Colgate Total or MaxFresh $2.99, $2.00 RR
-$0.75/1 1-18-09 SS
-$2.00 Register Rewards
Final Price: $0.24 after RR (Qualifying product for Travel Bag rebate)
Carefree Panty Liners $0.99 (in-ad coupon)
-$1.00/1 from magazine - Shape, Glamour, Parents
Final Price: FREE
Orajel Cold Sore Medicine $8.49
-$1.00/1 10-26-08 SS
-Man. Mail In Rebate 10-26-08 SS or 1-11-09 SS
Final Price: FREE plus overage
AutoExpressions Vent Fresh Elite Auto Air Freshener $4.99
-$4.99 January Easy Saver Rebate
-Printable MIR (thanks for sharing Amanda)
Final Price: Free plus overage
Reynolds Wrap Aluminum Foil $.89 (in-ad coupon)
-$1.00/1 12-14-08 SS
Final Price: FREE plus overage
Reese's Whipps B1G1 (in-ad coupon)
-$1.00/2 1-4-09 SS
Final Price: FREE
Hershey's Chocolate B1G1 (in-ad coupon)
-B1G1 11-9-08 and 1-25-09 SS
Final Price: FREE
Edge Shaving Gel $1.99 (in-ad coupon)
-$1.00/1 January IVC
Final Price: $0.99
- $.99 January IVC
Final Price: $0.33 each
Monday, January 26, 2009
Rite Aid - Free After Rebate & Other Deals - Week of 1/25/09
Here's the deals that I saw at Rite Aid this week. You can see the full ad here. The new Single Check Rebate program started on Sunday, January 25 and will run until February 28.
Garnier Fructis Shampoo/Conditioner $2.99
-$1.00/1 11-9-08 RP or 1-4-09 SS
-$2.99 SCR
Final Price: FREE plus overage
Kellogg’s Cereal B1G1
-$1.50/2 1-18-09 RP
Final Price: Varies
One Touch Ultra 2 or One Touch Ultra Mini $19.99
-$20.00 1-4-09 RP
Final Price: FREE
Veet Bladeless Razor Kit $3.99
-$2.00/1 printable
-$3.00 SCR
Final Price: FREE
Huggies GoodNites $9.99
-$2.00/1 1-11-09 SS or -$1.00/1 printable
-$5.00 SCR
Final Price: $2.99-3.99
Purina Cat/Kitten Chow $3.99
-$4.00 printable
Final Price: FREE
Dawn Dishwashing Liquid $1.19
-$0.50/1 12-28-08 P&G
Final Price: $0.69
Kashi TLC Cereal Bars $2.50
-$2.00/1 recent sample and printable
Final Price: $0.50
Extra Chewing Gum B1G1
-B1G1 Coupon (several magazines like Fitness and US)
Final Price: FREE
7-Up 12pks 3/$10.98
-$3.00/3 In-ad coupon
Final Price: $2.66 each
Sign up for MyRiteAid and get a $5/$25 coupon.