Juicy Juice House Party!

Have you heard about my Juicy Juice House Party? Do you live in St. Louis?

April 18th

1pm-3pm

Juicy Juice has chosen me to host a party for them! They want to spread the word about their new line of juice. You can come and try Juicy Juice Immunity & Juicy Juice Brain Development. I am really excited. Everyone could use a little of each of those right?!

If you would like to try the new product, meet me and bring your little ones (if you have any) to play, be sure to RSVP!

Each person that comes will receive a FREE party pack which includes:

Juicy Juice coupons
Juicy Juice sample cups
Juicy Juice napkins
Juicy Juice mini playing card
Juicy Juice eco-friendly grocery tote bag
Juicy Juice re-usable bottles (BPA free)
Juicy Juice growth chart
Juicy Juice activity booklet

Space is limited so be sure to respond soon. I still have 12 more spaces! Click here to learn more and email me to RSVP!

Dierbergs Deals for 4/7/09-4/13/09

Thursday ONLY:

• Perdue Oven-Stuffer Roasting Chicken $.78/lb.
• Tenderbird Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Fillets 3lb/$5.37. That makes it $1.79/lb.
• Fuji Apples $.68/lb.

All Week:

• Kraft Cheese (Shreds, Chunks, Cubes, Crumbles 3/$5 or $1.67 each.
• White Grapes $1.28/lb.
• Kraft Philly Cream Cheese $.99.
• Dole Pineapple, Mandarin Oranges or Tropical Mixed Fruit $.99. Buy 2 & use $.75/2 MFG (SS 2/1/09). $.99x2=$1.98-.75=$1.23/2=$..62/1.
• General Mills Cereal 2/$4 or $2 each. Use $1/1 MFG (Pillsbury Coupon Booklet). $2-1=$1.
• Keebler Sandies & Cookies $2.79. Use $.55/1 MFG (RP 4/5/09). $2.79-.55=$2.24.
• Betty Crocker Specialty Potatoes 3/$4 or $1.33 each. Use $.25/1 MFG (SS Green 4/5/09) which doubles to $.50/1. $1.33-.50=$.83.
• McCormick Brown Gravy Mix 2/$1 or $.50 each. Use $1/1 MFG (RP 3/15/09). $+.50 or buy 2 and get them both for FREE!
• Red Baron Pizza 3/$10 or $3.33 each. Buy 2 & use $1/2 MFG (SS 1/11/09). $3.33x2=$6.66-1=$5.66/2=$2.83/1.
• Pevely Grade AA Butter 2/$4.
• Dixie Plates 2/$4 or $2 each. Use $.35/1 MFG (RP 3/15/09) which doubles to $.70/1. $2-.70=$1.30.
• Duncan Hines Moist Deluxe Cake Mix $.99. Use $.35/1 MFG (SS 3/29/09) which doubles to $.70/1. $.99-.70=$.29.
• Crystal Light Drink Mix 2/$4 or $2 each. Buy 3 & use B2G1 MFG (SS 3/29/09). $2x2=$4/3=$1.33/1.
• Post Cereal 2/$5 or $2.50 each. Use $.55/1 MFG (SS 3/1/09). $2.50-.55=$1.95.
• Duncan Hines Family Style Brownie Mix 4/$5 or $1.25 each. Use $.35/1 MFG (SS 2/1/09) which doubles to $.70/1. $1.25-.70=$.55.
• Fisher Pecans or Walnuts 6-8oz $3.49. Use $1/1 MFG (SS 11/16/08, 12/7/08, 12/14/08, 3/15/09 or 3/29/09). $3.49-1=$2.49.
• McCormick Vanilla Extract $1.99. Use $1/1 MFG (RP 3/15/09). $1.99-1=$.99.
• Green Giant Vegetables 4/$5 or $1.25 each. Buy 3 & use $1/3 MFG (Pillsbury Coupon Booklet or Eat Better America Coupon Booklet). $1.25x3=$3.75-1=$2.75/3=$.92/1.
• Prairie Farms Grade A Sour Cream or Dip 16oz 3/$5 or $1.67 each. Buy 2 & use $1/2 MFG (RP 1/25/09). $1.67x2=$3.34-1=$2.34/2=$1.17/1.
• Sister Schubert's Rolls 2/$5 or $2.50 each. Use $.50/1 MFG (RP 4/5/09). $2.50-.50=$2.
• I Can't Believe Its Not Butter 3/$5 or $1.67 each. Use $.40/1 MFG (RP 1/18/09) which doubles to $.80/1. $1.67-.80=$.87.
• Pillsbury Grands! Biscuits 3/$5 or $1.67 each. Use $.40/1 MFG (GMS 2/8/09) which doubles to $.80/1. $1.67-.80=$.87.
• Pillsbury Cookies 2/$5 or $2.50 each. Use $1/1 MFG (Pillsbury Coupon Booklet). $2.50-1=$1.50.
• Pillsbury Crescent or Sweet Rolls 3/$6 or $2 each. Use $1/1 MFG (Pillsbury Coupon Booklet). $2-1=$1.
• Pepsi Products 4/10.50 after $2 coupon at checkout! This makes them $2.63 each.

RR Deal: B$20G$5 on Fresh Meat

• Kraft Mayonnaise or Miracle Whip $2.99. Buy 2 & use $1/2 MFG (SS 3/29/09). $2.99x2=$5.98-1=$4.98/2=$2.49/1.
• Kraft Salad Dressing 3/$5 or $1.67 each. Use $1.50/1 MFG (SS 3/29/09). $1.67-1.50=$.17.
• Kraft Philly Cream Cheese $.99.
• Kraft Singles 2/$4 or $2 each.
• Nabisco Snack Crackers 5/$10.
• Scenario: Buy 2 Philly, 1 Nabisco, 1 Kraft Singles, 2 Kraft Mayo, & 6 Kraft Dressing. Get $5 RR for Meat. $.99+.99+2+2+4.98+1.02=$11.98-5=$6.98 for all 12 items! That makes them $.58 each!

Schnucks Deals for 4/6/09-4/11/09

• C&H Sugar 4lb Bag $1.79. Use $.30/1 MFG (RP 3/15/09) which doubles to $.60/1. $1.79-.60=$1.19.
• Schnucks Cream Cheese 10/$10 or $1 each.
• Lay's Potato Chips $1.89.
• Folgers Coffee 22.6-34.5oz $5.69. Buy 2 & use $1/2 MFG (RP 4/5/09). $5.69x2=$11.38-1=$10.38/2=$5.19/1.
• Pepsi Product 12-packs 4/$10 each after the $2 in store coupon from customer service!
• Betty Crocker Specialty Potatoes 3/$4 or $1.33 each. Use $.25/1 MFG (SS Green 4/5/09) which doubles to $.50/1. $1.33-.50=$.83.
• Nabisco Wheat Thins or Triscuits 5/$10 or $2 each. Buy 2 & use $1/2 MFG (SS 3/15/09). $2x2=$4-1=$3/2=$1.50/1.
• Campbell's Cream of Chicken or Mushroom Soup 4/$3. Use $.25/4 MFG (SS 3/1/09) which doubles to $.50/4. $3-.50=$2.50/4=$.63/1.
• Chex Mix Snacks 4/$5 or $1.25 each. Use $.50/1 MFG (SS 2/22/09). $1.25-.50=$.75.
• General Mills Cereal (select varieties) 5/$10 or $2 each. Use $1/1 MFG (Pillsbury Coupon Booklet. $2-1=$1.
• Kellogg's Ceral 3/$7 or $2.33 each. Use $1/1 MFG (RP 4/5/09 or past printables). $2.33-1=$1.33.
• Schnucks Butter 2/$4 or $2 each.
• Green Giant Vegetables in Sauce 19-24oz 2/$6 or $3 each. Use $1/1 MFG (Pillsbury Coupon Booklet or Eat Better America Coupon Booklet).
• Daisy Sour Cream 16oz $1.49. Use $.50/1 MFG (SS Green 4/5/09). $1.49-.50=$.99.
• Kraft Shredded Cheese $1.99.
• Pillsbury Rolls or Bread 3/$6 or $2 each. Use $1/1 MFG (Pillsbury Coupon Booklet). $2-1=$1.
• Dole Pinneapple 20oz 10/$10 or $1 each. Use $.75/2 MFG (SS 2/1/09). $1x2=$2-.75=$1.25/2=$.63/1.
• Kraft Real Mayo or Miracle Whip 32oz Jar 2/$5. Use $1/2 MFG (SS 3/29/09). $5-1=$4/2=$2/1.
• Swanson Broth 4/$3 or $.75 each. Buy 2 & use $.60/2 MFG (SS 3/29/09). $.75x2=$1.50-.60=$.90/2=$.45/1.
• Old Orchard Healthy Balance Juice 2/$4. Use $1/2 MFG (Old Orchard Mailer). $4-1=$3/2=$1.50/1.
• Kleenex Facial Tissue 10/$10 or $1 each. Buy 3 & use $.50/3 MFG (SS 4/5/09). $1x3=$3-.50=$2.50/3=$.83/1.
• Marley & Me DVD $19.99. Use $3/1 MFG (DVD Flyer 4/5/09). Get coupon from customer service for FREE Spot Shot Rug Stain Remedy. Use $.55/1 MFG (All You-4/17/09) for Spot Shot. $19.99-3-.55=$16.44 + FREE Spot Shot!
• Fancy Feast Elegant Medleys Cat Food 5/$3.75 or $.75 each. Buy 6 & use $1/6 MFG (SS 1/11/09). $.75x6=$4.50-1=$3.50/6=$.58/1.
• Hershey's Bliss Chocolate Eggs 2/$6 or $3 each. Use $1/1 printable MFG. $3-1=$2.
• Juicy Juice Fruit Juice 46-64oz 2/$5 or $2.50 each. Use $1/1 printable MFG. $2.50-1=$1.50.
• Zatarains Rice Mixes 2/$3. Use $.75/2 MFG (RP 2/8/09). $3-.75=$2.25/2=$1.13/1.
• Kashi Good Friend or Granola Cereal 2/$6 or $3 each. Use $1/1 MFG (Mambo Sprounts Coupon Booklet. $3-1=$2.
• Duncan Hines Layer Cake Mix 10/$10 or $1 each. Use $.35/1 MFG (SS 3/29/09) which doubles to $.70/1. $1x2=$2-.70=$1.30/2=$.65/1.
• Keebler Ready Crust Pie Crust 10/$10 or $1 each. Use $.30/1 MFG (RP 3/29/09) which doubles to $.70/1. $1-.70=$.30.
• Pillsbury Grands! Biscuits 8ct 4/$5 or $1.25 each. Buy 2 & use $.30/2 MFG (SS 3/15/09) which doubles to $.60/2. $1.25x2=$2.50-.60=$1.90/2=$.95/1.
• Pillsbury Create'n Bake Refrigerated Cookies 2/$5 or $2.50 each. Use $1/1 MFG (Pillsbury Coupon Booklet). $2.50-1=$1.50.
• New York Garlic Bread Sticks or Texas Toast 2/$5 or $2.50 each. Use $.40/1 MFG (RP 3/1/09) which doubles to $.80/1. $2.50-.80=$1.70.
• Sister Shubert's Rolls or Biscuits 3/$9 or $3.33 each. Use $.50/1 MFG (RP 4/5/09). $3.33-.50=$2.83.
• Special K Protein Water Mix or Snack Bars 2/$5 or $2.50 each. Use $.70/1 MFG (RP 2/22/09 or 4/5/09). $2.50-.70=$1.80.
• Energizer Batteries 1ct 9V, 2ct C or D, or 4ct AA or AAA $2.99. Use $1/1 MFG (SS 3/29/09). $2.99-1=$1.99.

RR Deal: B$15G$5

• Buy 6 Colgate Total & use $1.50/1 MFG (All You-3/20/09), $1/1 MFG (All You-4/17/09) or $1/1 printable MFG. Get $5 RR. If you use all (6) $1/1 MFG it will be $15-6-5=$4/6=$.67/1.

Shop'n Save Deals for April 6-11

This Thursday is Coupon Thursday!

No coupon needed to get $10 off when you purchase $50 worth of groceries! The $10 will come off automatically at the register. Then you give the clerk your other coupons for even more savings. If you have an Entertainment book, purchase a $50 Shop'n Save Gift Card using your $5/$50 coupon. You can then pay the next couple of trips with your gift card for even more savings!!!

• Prairie Farms Premium Old Recipe Ice Cream 56oz 3/$8.88 or $2.96 each. Buy 2 & use $1/2 MFG (RP 1/25/09). $2.96x2=$5.92-1=$4.92/2=$2.46/1.
• Prairie Farms Sour Cream, French Onion Dip or Ranch Dip 10/$10 or $1 each. Buy 2 & use $1/2 MFG (RP 1/25/09). $1x2=$2-1=$1/2=$.50/1.
• Pillsbury Grands! Biscuits 4/$5 or $1.25. Buy 3 & use $.50/3 MFG (GMS 2/8/09). $1.25x3=$3.75-.50=$3.25/3=$1.08/1.
• Pillsbury Crescent or Cinnamon Rolls 3/$6 or $2 each. Use $1/1 MFG (Pillsbury Coupon Booklet). $2-1=$1.
• Pillsbury Ready-to-Bake Cookies 2/$5 or $2.50 each. Use $1/1 MFG (Pillsbury Coupon Booklet). $2.50-1=$1.50. (NOTE: Buy 4 of the items in purple and use the coupon in ad for $2 off eggs!)
• Shedd's Spread Country Crock Margarine 2/$4.98 or $2.49 each. Use $.45/1 MFG (Unilever 4/5/09). $2.49-.45=$2.04.
• Freschetta Pizza 12" Brick Oven or Pizzamore 2/$10 or $5 each. Use $1/1 MFG (SS 3/1/09). $5-1=$4.
• Dole Pinneapple 20oz Can 10/$10 or $1 each. Buy 2 & use $.75/2 MFG (SS 2/1/09). $1x2=$2-.75=$1.25/2=$.63/1.
• Duncan Hines Cake or Brownie Mix 10/$10 or $1 each. Use $.35/1 MFG (SS 2/1/09 or 3/29/09). $1-.35=$.65.
• Dixie Plates 20-48ct 2/$4 or $2 each. Use $.35/1 MFG (RP 3/15/09). $2-.35-$1.65.
• Crystal Light 10ct On-th-Go or 8Q Canister 5/$10 or $2 each. Buy 3 & use B2G1 MFG (SS 3/29/09). $2x2=$4/3=$1.33/1.
• Betty Crocker Specialty Potatoes 3/$4 or $1.33 each. Use $.25/1 MFG (SS Green 4/5/09). $1.33-.25=$1.12.
• Betty Crocker Warm Delights Minis 2/$4. Use (2) $.50/1 MFG (GMS 2/8/09 or SS Green 4/5/09). $4-1=$3/2=$1.50/1. Also use the $2 off Eggs coupons from the ad and save even more!!!
• Green Giant Vegetables 7-10oz 10/$10 or $1 each. Buy 3 & use $1/3 MFG (Pillsbury Coupon Booklet or Eat Better America Coupon Booklet). $1x3=$3-1=$2/3=$.67/1.
• Kellogg's Pop Tarts 8ct 3/$5 or $1.67 each. Buy 2 & use $1/2 MFG (RP 2/22/09 or 4/5/09). $1.67x2=$3.34-1=$2.34/2=$1.17/1.
• All Bran or Special K Crackers 4/$9.98 or $2.50 each. Use $.70/1 MFG (RP 2/22/09 or 4/5/09). $2.50-.70=$1.80.
• Pringles 2/$3. Use $1/2 MFG (P&G 3/15/09 or 4/5/09). $3-1=$2/2=$1/1.
• French's French Fried Onions 2/$5 or $2.50 each. Use $.75/1 MFG (SS 12/14/08, 3/29/09 or Hallmark Feb). $2.50-.75=$1.75.
• Kraft Salad Dressing 3/$5 or 1.67 each. Use $1.50/1 MFG (SS 3/29/09). $1.67-1.50=$.17.

"Going Green as a Family" Featured Giveaway #2

A large part of going green, helping to better our environment is to avoid harsh chemicals whenever possible. Any chemicals that we use, get into our waterstream. Not all chemicals are able to be extracted from our drinking water. What does that mean? Well, think of it this way. Would you want to drink the chemicals you use? If no, you should try not to use them!

If you are interested in a product for your hair that used no harsh chemicals then you will be interested in this giveaway!

Eco Store USA has wonderful, toxic chemical-free products! The company has done extensive research for over 10 years on making household products from plant-based ingredients rather than manufactured toxic chemicals. The company was originally founded in New Zealand and has quickly expanded with over 100 products. Their goal is to make a product that is both good for the consumer as well as the environment! Their products contain NO:

• Sulphates
• Propylene Glycol
• Dyes
• Artificial Perfumes
• Parabens
• Cocamide DEA
• Cocomidopropyl betaine

They have even found a way to make their products more inexpensive. The products are super-concentrated so that a little goes a long way. When using this product, using very little will give you better results than using a lot of any of the chemical products!

Why not do what you can to help your family become more healthy and eco-friendly? Give Eco Store USA's products a try.

Eco Store USA has generously sent me their Aloe Vera Shampoo & Conditioner for Normal/Dry Hair to try and review. When I consider a shampoo or conditioner, the first thing I do is smell the product. If the smell is appealing, I tend to buy it. This shampoo & conditioner was very appealing! The smell was very natural with a definite aloe vera smell as well as a calming lemon scent.

When I tried the shampoo I was not used to the fact that it doesn't lather like most commercial shampoos. I didn't get the thick white foam all over my head. I could feel that it was getting my hair clean despite that. The conditioner was thick and creamy. It seems to work best if you try to ring out your hair as best you can then apply the conditioner. I really didn't need to use much conditioner at all. After I finished washing, I blow dried my hair. It seemed to dry faster than with other shampoos and conditioners that seem to leave my hair heavy. Now, my hair seems smoother and definitely softer than ever! I am highly impressed! I think I have found my new favorite hair care products!

I liked the product I tried so much that I ordered the Hypoallergenic Pet Shampoo for my little pooches too! I have 2 dogs of my own as well as 3 foster puppies. Good shampoo for them is very important to a clean, fresh home for me!

How to Enter the Giveaway for your own bottle of the Aloe Vera Shampoo & Conditioner:

In order to enter the giveaway, you must visit the Eco Store USA then come back here and fill out the form below with what product you would like to try of their's and what product it would replace at your home.

How to Get Extra Enteries: (Be sure to fill out the form again for each entry)

1. Follow my blog.
2. Follow me on Twitter, MySpace, Facebook or Technorati.
3. Tweet or blog about this giveaway or "Going Green as a Family". Be sure to leave the URL in the comments.
4. Enter one of my other giveaway and list which one you entered in the comments.
5. Make a purchase from the Eco Store USA - Gets you 5 additional entries!

Bass Pro FREE Easter Events!

Bass Pro Shops are offering Easter Activities!

• Easter Egg Hunt (Ages 6 and under)
• Scavenger Hunt (Ages 7-17)
• Geocaching Classes (Adults)
• FREE Crafts for Kids

Date: 4/10

Time: 3-7pm

Date: 4/11 & 4/12

Time: 11am-3pm

Michael's Events & Items for $1 or Less!

The Knack FREE Science Demo

4/11/09, 1-3pm

The Knack FREE Family Event for Spring

4/18/09, 10am-1pm

Craft Items $1 or Under: Good 4/10-4/11 Only!

• Craft Smart Acrylic Paint 2oz 3/$1 or $.33 each.
• Spring Label Gerbera Daisy Stems 2/$1 or $.50 each.
• Clay Pots or Saucers $.59.
• Spring Label Floral Bushes $.89.
• Marbels, Gems or 2lb River Rocks $.99.
• Craft Keepers 8.5x11 & 12x12 $1.
• Pioneer Photo Corners & Squares $1.
• Scented Pillar Candles 2.8x3 $1.

Items $1 or Under All Week:

• Recollections Dimensional Stickers $.77.
• Americana Acrylic Paint 2oz $.77.

Dollar General Deals for This Week (4/4-4/12)

• Palmolive 16oz $.85. Use $.25/1 MFG (SS 3/29/09 or All You-4/17/09). $.85-.25=$.60.
• Bounty Basic Paper Towels 8ct $6. Use $.25/1 MFG (P&G 4/5/09). $6-.25=$5.75. This makes them $.72/roll.
• Flip Flops $1.
• Kraft Mayo Squeeze or Miracle Whip 18oz $2.25. Buy 2 & use $1/2 MFG (SS 3/29/09). $2.25x2=$4.50-1=$3.50/2=$1.75/1.
• Campbell's Chunky Soup 18.8oz $1.50. Buy 2 & use $.50/2 MFG (SS 2/8/09). $1.50x2=$3-.50=$2.50/2=$1.25/1.
• Glade Jar Candle 4oz $2. Buy 2 & use $1.50/2 MFG (SS 3/15/09). $2x2=$4-1.50=$2.50/2=$1.25/1.
• Campbell's Soup 16oz 10/$10 or $1 each. Buy 4 & use $.25/4 MFG (SS 3/29/09). $1x4=$4-.25=$3.75/4=$.94/1.
• Air Wick 2-in-1 Spray 10/$10 or $1 each. Buy 2 & use B1G1 MFG (SS 3/8/09 or Green 4/5/09). $1/2=$.50/1.
• Tylenol Extra Strength Caplets 24+12ct $3.25. Buy 2 & use $3/2 MFG (RP 4/5/09). $3.25x2=$6.50-3=$3.50/2=$1.75/1.
• Dove Conditioner 16oz $3. Use $1.50/1 MFG (RP 3/15/09). $3-1.50=$1.50.
• Dove Deodorant 2.6oz $2.50. Use $1/1 MFG (RP 3/15/09). $2.50-1=$1.50.
• Kotex Pads $3. Use $1/1 MFG (SS 2/22/09 or 4/5/09). $3-1=$2.
• Kleenex 3ct 2/$5 or $2.50 each. Use $.50/1 MFG (SS 4/5/09). $2.50-.50=$2. This makes them $.67/box.
• Glad Trash Bags $5. Buy 2 & use $1/2 MFG (RP 4/5/09). $5x2=$10-1=$9/2=$4.50/1.
• Luvs Diapers Jumbo Pack $7. Use $1/1 MFG (P&G 3/15/09). $7-1=$6.
• Energizer Batteries AAA or AA 4ct, C or D 2ct or 1 9V $3.25. Use $1/1 MFG (SS 3/29/09). $3.25-1=$2.25.

5 FREE Items @ Target This Week (4/5-4/11)

• Hershey's Easter Candy 10oz $1.99. Buy 3 & use $1.50/3 MFG (SS 3/15/09). $1.99x3=$5.97-1.50=$4.47/3=$1.49/1.
• Starburst Jellybeans 14oz $1.99. Buy 2 & use $1/2 MFG (RP 3/1/09). $1.99x2=$3.98-1=$2.98/2=$1.49/1.
• Yoplait Yogurt 6oz Cups 10/$5 or $.50 each. Buy 6 & use $.40/6 MFG (SS 3/22/09). $.50x6=$3-.40=$2.60/6=$.43/1.
• Dunkin' Donuts Coffee 11 or 12oz $6. Use $.75/1 printable TC & $1.50/1 MFG (RP 4/5/09). $6-.75-1.50=$3.75.
• Kellogg's Cereal $2.50. Use $1/1 MFG (RP 4/5/09). $2.50-1=$1.50.
• 1 Dozen Large Grade A Eggs $.99!
• Air Wick Freshmatic, Glade Sense & Spray, or Glade Lasting Impressions Starter Kit$6.50. Use $4/1 MFG (SS 3/29/09, Green 4/5/09 or All You-3/20/09). $6.50-4=$2.50.
• Palmolive Eco+ Diswasher Detergent 75oz $2.50. Use $.25/1 MFG (SS 3/29/09 or All You-4/17/09). $2.50-.25=$2.25.
• Glad Sandwich Bags $2.39. Buy 2 & use $1/2 MFG (RP 4/5/09). $2.39x2=$4.78-1=$3.78/2=$1.89/1.
• Nestle Morsels $2.33. Buy 2 & use $1.50/2 MFG (RP 3/29/09). $2.33x2=$4.66-1.50=$3.16/2=$1.58/1.
• Keebler Cookies $2.50. Use $.55/1 MFG (RP 4/5/09). $2.50-.55=$1.95.
• Glaceau Vitaminwater10 20oz 10/$10 or $1 each. Use $1/1 MFG (SS Green 4/5/09). FREE after MFG!
• Gerber 2ct 3.5oz 2nd Foods $.87. Buy 5 & use $.75/5 MFG (Gerber Mailer). $.87x5=$4.35-.75=$3.60/5=$.72/1.
• Johnson's Safety Swabs $1.50. Use $.75/1 printable TC & $1/1 printable MFG or $1/1 MFG (Johnson's Mailer, SS 2/8/09 or RP 2/22/09) or $3/3 MFG (Walgreen's Catalina). $1.50-.75-1=$+.25!
• Renu Multiplus Contact Solution Trial Size $1.50. Use $1/1 printable MFG. $1.50-1=$.50.
• Shout Wipes $.99. Use $1/1 printable MFG. FREE after MFG! (Thanks Crystal!)
• Pledge Furniture Polish $2.75. Use $1/1 printable TC & $2/1 printable MFG. $2.75-1-2=$+.25!

TGC Deal:

• Gillette Fusion Power Razor $7.99. Use $2/1 MFG (P&G 4/5/09). $7.99-2=$5.99.
• Gillette Series Shave Gel $1.89. Use $1/1 MFG (P&G 4/5/09).
• Buy both & receive a $5 TGC. $7.99+$1.89=$9.88-2-1-5=$1.88/2=$.94/1.

4 Deals @ Kmart This Week (4/5-4/11)

• Hershey's Easter Candy 2/$4 or $2 each. Buy 3 & use $1.50/3 MFG (SS 3/15/09). $2x3=$6-1.50=$4.50/3=$1.50/1.
• Mr. or Mrs. Potato Head or Preschool Boad Games $3.99.
• Rimmel Cosmetics B1G1. Use (2) $1/1 KC (Kmart Beauty Booklet) & (2) $1/1 MFG (RP 2/22/09 or 3/8/09). If you get items $8 or less, they will be FREE!
• Ziploc Containers 2-5ct 2/$5. Use $1.50/2 MFG (SS 3/15/09 or Ziploc Product Peelies). $5-1.50=$3.50/2=$1.75/1.

18 FREE Items @ Walgreens This Week (4/5-4/11)

• Hershey's Reese's Candy 8-10oz 4/$10. Use $1.50/3 MFG (SS 3/15/09). Get $5 ESR#25. $10-1-5=$4/4=$1/1.
• SweeTarts Jelly Beans 2/$4. Use $1/2 MFG (RP 4/5/09). $4-1=$3/2=$1.50/1.
• Hershey's Bliss 8.8oz 2/$7. Use $1/2 ESC pg.3 & (2) $1/1 printable MFG. $7-1-2=$4/2=$2/1.
• Maybelline Great Lash Mascara B1G1 $4.79. Use (2) $1/1 MFG (RP 1/18/09). $4.79-2=$2.79/2=$1.40/1.
• Nature Made Vitamins B1G1 $4.99 & Up. Use (2) $1/1 MFG (All You-2/20/09, SS 1/4/09, or 2/1/09). $4.99-2=$2.99/2=$1.50/1.
• Palmolive Dish Liquid 10oz $.99 w/ WC in ad or printable. Use $.25/1 MFG (SS 3/29/09 or All You-4/17/09). $.99-.25=$.74.
• Glaceau Vitaminwater10 20oz $1.39. Buy 2 & use $1/2 ESC pg.4 & (2) $1/1 MFG (SS Green 4/5/09). $1.39x2=$2.78-1-2=$+.22/2!
• Starbucks Frappuccino 4ct B2G1 $5.99. Use $1/1 ESC pg.3 which will take off $3. $5.99x2=$11.98-3=$8.98/3=$2.99/1. This makes it $.75/bottle!
• General Mills Cereal 11.25-16.2oz 3/$7. Use (3) $1/1 MFG (Pillsbury Coupon Booklet). $7-3=$4/3=$1.33/1.
• Chicken of the Sea Solid White Tuna 5oz in Water $.99 w/ WC in ad or printable.
• Dunkin' Donuts 11 or 12oz $6.99. Use $1.50/1 MFG (RP 4/5/09). $6.99-1.50=$5.49.
• Betty Crocker Au Gratin Potatoes 4.9oz 2/$3. Use (2) $.40/1 printable MFG. $3-.80=$2.20/2=$1.10/1.
• Nestle Semi-Sweet Morsels 12oz 2/$5. Use $1.50/2 MFG (RP 3/29/09). $5-1.50=$3.50/2=$1.75/1.
• Encore Gourmet Spices 2/$1 w/ WC in ad or printable.
• Dixie Plates 24-48ct $1.99. Use $.35/1 MFG (RP 3/15/09). $1.99-.35=$1.64.
• Oust Surface & Air Spray $2.99. Use $2/1 MFG (SS 3/29/09). Get $1 ESR#20. $2.99-2-1=FREE after MFG & ESR!
• Sense & Spray Refill $2.99. Buy 2 & use $1/2 MFG (SS 3/29/09). Get $2 ESR#20. $2.99x2=$5.98-1-2=$2.98/2=$1.49/1.
• Glade 4oz Jar Candle $2.99. Buy 2 & use $1.50/2 MFG (SS 3/15/09). Get $2 ESR#20$2.99x2=$5.98-1.50-2=$2.48/2=$1.24/1.
• Glade PlugIns Scented Gel Refills $2.99. Use $1/1 MFG (Glade Product Peelie). Get $1 ESR#20. $2.99-1-1=$.99. (NOTE: Everything in purple is on the same rebate. There is a limit of 4 so keep this in mind.)
• Glade Wisp Flameless Candle $5.99. Use $5/1 MFG (RP 1/18/09). Get $2 ESR#18. $5.99-5-2=$+1.01!
• Glade Lasting Impressions Kit $5.99. Use $4/1 MFG (SS 3/29/09). Get $2 ESR#18. $5.99-4-2=FREE after MFG & ESR! (NOTE: Everything in blue is on the same rebate. There is a limit of 2 so keep this in mind.)
• Cottonelle Fresh Wipes 42ct $1.99 w/ WC in ad or printable. Buy 2 & use $.50/2 printable MFG or $.50/2 MFG (SS 3/29/09). $1.99x2=$3.98-.50=$3.48/2=$1.74/1.
• Garnier Fructis Hair Care 2-13oz 3/$10. Buy 6 & use (6) $1/1 MFG (RP 1/4/09 or 3/8/09). Get $10 ESR#3. $10x2=$20-6-10=$4/6=$.67/1.
• Nair Hair Remover Moisturizing Face Cream $2.49. Buy 2 & use $3/2 MFG (Walgreens Tearoff). $2.49x2=$4.98-3=$1.98/2=$.99/1.
• Revlon ColorSilk Hair Color 2/$5. Use $1/2 MFG (SS Green 4/5/09). $5-1=$4/2=$2/1.
• Gillette Series Shave Gel 7 or 9oz $1.99. Use $1/1 MFG (P&G 4/5/09). $1.99-1=$.99.
• Schick Disposable Razors 3ct Quattro, 4ct Xtreme3 or 10ct Slim Twin $6.99. Buy 2 & use $2/1 ESC pg.9 which will take off $4, B1G1 MFG (SS 4/5/09) & $1/1 MFG (SS 11/16/08 or SS 3/8/09). $6.99x2=$13.98-4-6.99-1=$1.99/2=$1/1.
• Crest Pro-Health Rinse 440 or 500mL or Oral-B CrossAction Toothbrush 2/$7. Buy 4 & use (4) $1/1 MFG (P&G 4/5/09). Get $5 ESR#5. $7x2=$14-4-5=$5/4=$1.25/1.
• Gillette Antiperspirant/Deodorant 3x 2.6-4oz $2.99 w/ WC in ad or printable. Use $1/1 MFG (P&G 3/15/09). $2.99-1=$1.99.
• Schiff Move Free B1G1 $19.99. Use (2) $5/1 MFG (SS Green 4/5/09). $19.99-10=$9.99/2=$5/1.
• Playtex Gentle Glide 16 or 18ct $3.99. Use $1/1 ESC pg.8 & (2) $1.50/1 MFG (Walgreens Catalina). $3.99-1-1.50=$1.49.
• Coke Products 5/$13 w/ WC in ad or printable. This makes it $2.60 each 12-pack.
• L'Oreal Preference Hair Color 2/$17.99. Use $5/2 ESC pg.11 & (2) $3/1 MFG (RP 2/1/09). $17.99-5-6=$6.99/2=$3.50/1.
• Lipton Tea 24ct Iced Tea, 40ct Green Tea, 48ct Decaf, or 100ct Original $1.99 w/ WC in ad or printable. Use $.75/1 MFG (RP 1/18/09 or 3/15/09). $1.99-.75=$1.24.
• Folgers Classic Roast Coffee 11.3oz $2.99. Buy 2 & use $1/2 MFG (RP 4/5/09). $2.99x2=$5.98-1=$4.98/2=$2.49/1.
• Walgreens Jumbo Diapers or Training Pants 2/$9 or $4.50 each!

RR Deals:

• Betty Crocker Frosting 16oz 2/$3. Use (2) $.55/1 printable MFG. Get $1 RR. $3-1.10-1=$.90/2=$.45/1.
• Air Wick Scented Oil Refill 2/$6. Use $1/2 MFG (SS 3/8/09 or SS Green 4/5/09). Get $1 RR. $6-1-1=$4/2=$2/1.
• Reach UltraClean Toothbrush or Floss 30yds 2/$5. Use (2) $1/1 MFG (RP 2/8/09). Get $2.50 RR. $5-2-2.50=$.50/2=$.25/1.
• Visine A.C. or A Eye Drops $3.99. Buy 2 & use (2) $3/1 MFG (RP 3/15/09). Get $3 RR. $3.99x2=$7.98-6-3=$+1.02/2!
• Johnson's Baby Care (Desitin Ointment 2oz, Oil 14oz, Gel 6.5oz, Powder, Lotion, Wash or Shamnpoo 15oz) 2/$6. Use (2) $1/1 MFG (Johnson's Mailer, Johnson's Product Peelies, SS 2/8/09, or RP 2/22/09). Get $1 RR. $6-2-1=$3/2=$1.50/1.
• Colgate Total Advanced Toothpaste 4oz $3.49. Use $1.50/1 MFG (All You-3/20/09). Get $3.49 RR. $3.49-1.50-3.49=$+1.50!

FREEbies this Month:

• Mentos Gum 2/$2. Use (2) $1/1 MFG (SS 3/1/09). FREE/2 after MFG!
• Edge Infused Energy Shave Gel $3.59. Get $3.59 RR. FREE after RR!
• Skintimates Shave Cream $2.99. Get $2.99 RR. FREE after RR!
• Chapstick Shimmer or Naturals $1.99. Get $1.99 RR. FREE after RR!
• Bayer Glucose Contour Meter $30. Use $30/1 MFG (RP 2/1/09 or SS 3/22/09). FREE after MFG. You will then receive a Catalina for a FREE Crest Toothpaste! (Thanks Crystal!)
• One-A-Day Multi-Vitamin Drink Mix 2ct $1.49. Use $1/1 MFG (SS 3/22/09). Get $1.49 ESR#1. $+1 after MFG & ESR!
• Wal-itin Allergy 30ct $6.99. Get $6.99 ESR#10. FREE after ESR!
• Print Cartridge Refill $7.50. Get $7.50 ESR#28. FREE after ESR!

$100.17 Worth of 46 Items for $63.35!

I loved the FREE Chapstick this week! Everything in red is what I got for FREE! Not as great of savings as other weeks but I got a lot of clearance stuff, gifts and gardening stuff.

Walgreens Transaction 1:

1. 1 One A Day Water Mixin' 2ct $1.49.
2. 1 Chapstick Lip Balm $1.99.

• OOP $3.71.
• Total was $3.48 + $.23 tax = $3.71.
• Received $2 RR for Chapstick & will receive $1.64 for One A Day. That means I paid $3.71-2-1.64=$.07 for 2 items which is less than the tax!

Walgreens Transaction 2:

1. 1 Chapstick Lip Balm $1.99.

• OOP $2.12.
• Total was $1.99 + $.13 in tax = $2.12.
• Received $2 RR. That means I paid $.12 in tax for the Chapstick!

Walgreens Transaction 3:

1. 1 Skintimates $2.99.
2. 1 Chapstick Lip Butter $1.99.

• OOP $5.34.
• Total was $4.98 + $.36 in tax = $5.34.
• Received $3 RR for Skintimates & $2 RR for Chapstick. This means I paid $.34 for both items which is less than the tax!

Walgreens Transaction 4:

1. 1 Edge Shave Gel $2.99.
2. 1 Chapstick Lip Medley $1.99.

• OOP $5.34
• Total was $4.98 + $.36 in tax = $5.34.
• Received $3 RR for Edge & $2 RR for Chapstick. This means I paid $.34 for both which was less than the tax!

Walgreens Transaction 5:

1. 1 Walgreens Pregnancy Test 2ct $9.99.
2. 3 Deerfield Farms Chocolate Covered Raisins $.80 each (store clearance).
3. 4 Bumblebee Tuna $1.29 each.
4. 1 Wal-itin Tabs 30ct $6.99.
5. 1 Sprite 20oz $1.39.
6. 1 Glade Soy Candle $5.99.
7. 1 Hersheys Candy Bar $.89.

• Received Hershey's for FREE because I bought a Coke Product.
• Used $2/1 ESC for Glade.
• Used $.79 Bumble Bee WC which took off $2.
• Used $4/1 MFG for Glade.
• Used $10 & (2) $6 RR from previous transactions.
• OOP $2.21.
• Total before coupons was $32.81 - $6.79 in coupons = $26.02 + $.29 in tax = $26.31. I will receive $7.69 for Wal-itin. This makes it $26.31-7.69=$18.62 for 12 items!

Target Transaction:

1. 1 Elmo Movie $4.75 (store sale). (Easter gift for the little guy!)
2. 1 Wrigley's Juicy Fruit Gum $1.02.
3. 1 Land O Lakes Butter $2.
4. 1 Gardening Tool Set $1.79. (My attempt to be more green!)
5. 1 20ct Twist Balloons $1.59. (Make balloon animals for the little guy!)
6. 1 Crayola Tadoodles $5. (Gift for the little guy!)
7. 3 Vegetable Seed Pots $1 each. (My attempt to be more green!)
8. 1 Gardening Knee Pad $1. (My attempt to be more green!)

• Used $1/1 MFG for Crayola.
• Used FREE MFG for Wrigleys.
• Used $5 TGC from a previous transaction.
• OOP $14.37.
• Total before coupons was $20.15 - $2.02 in coupons = $18.13 + $1.24 in tax = $19.37 for 10 items!

Walmart Transaction:

1. 1 Okra Seeds $1.99. (My attempt to be more green!)
2. 1 Disposable Mini Pots $2. (My attempt to be more green!)
3. 1 Toddler Sandals $3.
4. 3 Dog Rope Toys $.10 each (store clearance).
5. 1 Dog Squeek Toy $.50 (store clearance).
6. 1 Expecta $10.99.
7. 5 No Nonsense Pantyhose $1 each.
8. 4 Wheat Thins Artisan Crackers $2 each.

• Used $2/1 MFG for Expecta.
• Used (5) $1/1 MFG for Pantyhose.
• Used (2) B1G1 MFG for Wheat Thins.
• OOP $24.49.
• Total before coupons was $31.78 - $9 in coupons = $22.78 + $1.71 in tax = $24.49 for 17 items!

How to Compost

Did you ever wish you could do something other than throw away all the fruit and veggie scraps that you get from cooking? I did. I recently heard about composting. I actually saw a commercial for a kitchen composter. It was very expensive but I thought the idea was awesome! I decided to put together a little of what I found while researching the topic.

Easiest Homemade Composter:

• Use a galvanized metal trash can. You will need to drill several holes into it and it will need a tight fitting lid. You will also need to dig a hole in the ground.
• Use a plastic storage container with tight fitting lid. You will need to drill holes in this as well. This can be for indoor or outdoor use. This can also double as a seat!
• Click here for how to make them.

What Can Be Composted:

• Vegetable Scraps
• Grains
• Pasta
• Fruit Rinds
• Fruit Peels
• Breads
• Coffee Grounds & Filters
• Tea Bags
• Paper Towels
• Paper Napkins
• Toilet Paper (not soiled w/ human waste)
• Paper Plates (no animal products on the plate)
• Leaves
• Sticks
• Grass
• Other yard waste

What Cannot Be Composted:

• Any animal products
• Meat
• Fish
• Poultry
• Cheese
• Oily Foods
• Butter

Here are a few resources that I found very helpful:

• California Integrated Waste Management Board
• University of Missouri Extension
• Home Composting

Do you compost at home? What do you use as your compost bin? What have you found to be benefits/negative of home composting? Please share any ideas on the subject that you may have. I hope to start this process soon so any helpful tips would be greatly appreciated!