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• $1.50/1 + FREE S&H coupon code: BuyZarbees for Zarbee's Cough Syrup. Expires 12/31/09.
• $1.50 printable MFG for Kotex Products.
• $1/1 printable MFG for The Biggest Loser Protein Products from Designer Whey. Expire 12/31/09
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• $.75/1 printable MFG for Wishbone Salad Dressing.
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• Longhorn $5.50/$25 printable MFG. Expires 6/17/09.

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• Preserve Cutting Board Giveaway.
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Guest Post: Money Saving Tips At the Pump

Guest Post Submitted by Emilie V.
(Exact text her's)

SAVE MONEY AT THE PUMP
We can shave off dollars and cents every day by doing little things. The tips below from the car-care experts at Jiffy Lube will not only help keep your vehicle in top shape – helping to avoid potentially costly breakdowns in the future – and put a few dollars back in your pocket.

· Engine Air Filter: An air filter is essentially your vehicle’s lung. A clean air filter helps the engine “breathe” and run more efficiently, while a clogged one makes the engine work harder. According to the Federal Government, replacing a clogged air filter can improve your car’s gas mileage by as much as 10%. Check your vehicle owner’s manual for when to replace your engine air filter.

· Tires: Tires can be gas bandits as under-inflated tires create extra friction where the rubber meets the road. Incorrectly inflated tires also wear unevenly, which can impact your vehicle’s traction on the road and possibly lead to a dangerous blowout. According to the Federal Government, you can improve your gas mileage by around 3.3% by keeping your tires inflated to the proper pressure. You can find your vehicle’s recommended tire pressure information in the vehicle owner’s manual or often on a decal typically in the vehicle’s door jamb or in the vehicle owner’s manual.

· Oil Grade: Motor oil lubricates the engine, keeping it cool and reducing friction between moving parts. As the motor oil circulates, it also cleans away harmful dirt and contaminants. When motor oil gets too dirty, it loses some of its lubrication and absorption abilities. According to the Federal Government, using your vehicle owner’s manual recommended grade oil can improve your gas mileage up to 2% -- savings which can add up over time! Refer to your vehicle owner’s manual for the correct grade of motor oil for your vehicle.

· Lighten Your Load: Extra weight means more strain on your vehicle and more fuel burn. According to the Federal Government, vehicle drag can decrease your vehicle’s fuel efficiency by 2%. Leave unnecessary items at home before setting out on a drive.

· Avoid Aggressive Driving: According to the Federal Government, rapid acceleration/braking can lower your gas mileage up to 5% around town.

· Carpooling: Taking advantage of carpools could cut your weekly gas usage in half. Not only will mom save a few bucks, but she’ll get some much-needed time back!

SUMMER TRAVELWe all value our summer vacations – they allow us to de-stress and recharge. A recent Jiffy Lube International survey that reveals despite the economy, people are not deterred from taking a vacation this year. In fact, plans for summer travel are up 4% from last year. One way people are being economical, yet still enjoying themselves is planning trips to places that cost little to no money – such as the beach, historical sites, national parks and museums. I’ve included statistics on the top summer vacation destinations below.
Think the economy has travelers staying at home this summer? That’s not the case according to a new survey from Jiffy Lube International.
88% of people surveyed say they plan on taking a vacation this summer, a 4% increase from 2008.
While people are not willing to sacrifice their vacation, they are however changing how they get there. 71% of travelers plan to jump in their family car, avoiding buying plane or train tickets and long security lines; 30% prefer air travel, and 12% plan to travel by bus or train (six% each).
Top 2009 summer vacation destinations (according to a recent Jiffy Lube International survey):
The beach (63%)
Historical sites (51%)
A national park (46%)
Museums (40%)

Thanks Emilie!

FREE Seattle's Best Coffee at Borders!

If you have a Seattle's Best location near you, be sure to print this coupon to take with you. It will score you a FREE 12oz beverage of your choice until June 18th! (Thanks Heather!)

Dierbergs Deals for This Week (6/9-6/15)

If you live near the Heritage Place store, you can save $10/$50 with the coupon in ad. Ads can be picked up in store also!

• Yoplait Yogurt Cups 4/$2 or $.50 each. Buy 6 & use $.40/6 MFG (SS 4/19/09, 5/31/09 or 6/7/09) which doubles to $.80/6. $.50x6=$3-.80=$2.20/6=$.37/1.
• Driscoll's Strawberries 1lb $2.
• Dierberg's Grade A Dozen Large Eggs 2/$2 or $1 each.
• Borden Cheese Singles $2. Use $1/1 MFG (All You-5/22/09 or 6/26/09). $2-1=$1.
• General Mills Cereal 5/$10 or $2 each. Use $.55/1 printable MFG or here or here. $2-.55=$1.45.
• Hot, Lean or Croissant Pockets $2. Use $.50/1 MFG (SS Summer Blastoff 5/17/09). $2-.50=$1.50.
• Oscar Mayer All Beef Franks 16oz $2. Use $1/1 MFG (Kraft Mailer). $2-1=$1.
• Kellogg's Cereals 5/$10 or $2 each. Use $1/1 MFG (RP 6/7/09). $2-1=$1.
• Charmin Big Roll Bath Tissue 4ct $2. This makes it $.50/roll.
• Lysol Cling Bowl Cleaner $2. Use $.75/1 MFG (SS 4/26/09). $2-.75=$1.25.
• Lysol Disinfecting Cleaner $2. Use $1/1 MFG (SS 5/3/09 or Walgreens Catalina). $2-1=$1.
• Country Time Lemonade Mix Canister $2. Buy 2 & use $1.50/2 printable MFG. $2x2=$4-1.50=$2.50/2=$1.25/1.
• Inspector Hector Plaque Detector $2. Use $1/1 MFG (SS 6/7/09). $2-1=$1.
• Marzetti Salad Dressing 4/$5 or $1.25 each. Use $1/1 MFG (All You-4/17/09 or Woman's Day 4/14/09). $1.25-1=$.25.
• Ritz & Wheat Thins Crackers $3.29. Buy 1 of each & use B1G1 MFG (SS Summer Blastoff 5/17/09). $3.29/2=$1.65/1.
• Juicy Juice 100% Fruit Juice 2/$5 or $2.50 each. Use $1/1 printable MFG. $2.50-1=$1.50.
• Sara Lee Bread $1.49. Use $1/1 MFG (RP 5/31/09). $1.49-1=$.49.
• Gerber 2nd Baby Food 10/$5 or $.50 each. Buy 5 & use $.75/5 MFG (Gerber Mailer). $.50x5=$2.50-.75=$1.75/5=$.35/1.
• Gerber Graduates Baby Food Cup 6oz $1.09. Use $.75/1 MFG (Gerber Mailer). $1.09-.75=$.34.
• Huggies Pull-Ups $9.99. Use $5/1 MFG (Huggies Mailer). $9.99-5=$4.99.
• Dial Soap 3ct $1.85. Use $.35/1 MFG (SS 3/8/09 or Summer Blastoff 5/17/09) which doubles to $.70/1. $1.85-.70=$1.15.
• Prairie Farms Old Recipe Ice Cream 3/$9 or $3 each. Buy 2 & use $1/2 printable MFG. $3x2=$6-1=$5/2=$2.50/1.
• Kozy Shack Pudding 2/$5 or $2.50 each. Use $.55/1 MFG (All You-6/26/09). $2.50-.55=$1.95.
• Smart Balance Spreads 2/$5 or $2.50 each. Use $1/1 MFG (RP 4/5/09). $2.50-1=$1.50.
• SoyJoy Bars 3/$2 or $.67 each. Buy 10 & use $2/10 MFG (SS 5/31/09) & (5) B1G1 MFG (SS 5/31/09). $.67x10=$6.70-2-3.35=$1.35/10=$.14/1.

Schnucks Deals for This Week (6/8-6/14)

• Hunt's Manwich Sauce 15.5oz $1.05. Buy 2 & use $.40/2 MFG (SS 5/31/09) which doubles to $.80/2. $1.05x2= $2.10-.80=$1.30/2=$.65/1.
• General Mills Cereal 5/$10 or $2 each. Use $.55/1 printable MFG or here or here. $2-.55=$1.45.
• C&H Sugar 4lb 2/$4 or $2 each. Use $.30/1 MFG (RP 5/17/09) which doubles to $.60/1. $2-.60=$1.40.
• Lay's Potato Chips $1.89. Buy 2 & use $3/2 MFG (Pepsi Mailer). $1.89x2=$3.78-3=$.78/2=$.39/1.
• Schnucks Cream Cheese 8oz 10/$10 or $1 each.
• Oscar Mayer Bologna or Cotto Salami B1G1 $3.69. Use $1/2 MFG (SS 5/10/09 or 5/31/09). $3.69-1=$2.69/2=$1.35/1.
• Oscar Mayer Beef Franks $2.69. Use $1/1 MFG (Kraft Mailer). $2.69-1=$1.69.
• Kellogg's Cereals 5/$10 or $2 each. Use $1/1 MFG (RP 6/7/09). $2-1=$1.
• Aunt Jemima Syrup 2/$5. Use $1/2 MFG (RP 5/3/09). $5-1=$4/2=$2/1.
• Healthy Choice Dinners or Steamers 4/$10 or $2.50 each. Buy 2 & use $1/2 MFG (All You-6/26/09 or SS Summer Blastoff 5/17/09). $2.50x2=$5-1=$4/2=$2/1.
• California Pizza Kitchen Pizzas 2/$11 or $5.50 each. Use $1/1 MFG (SS Summer Blastoff 5/17/09). $5.50-1=$4.50.
• Yoplait Yogurt 10/$6 or $.60 each. Buy 6 & use $.45/6 MFG (SS 4/19/09, 5/31/09 or 6/7/09) which doubles to $.80/6. $.60x6=$3.60-.80=$2.80/6=$.47/1.
• Betty Crocker Cake Mix 3/$5 or $1.67 each. Buy 2 & use $.30/2 MFG (Old) which doubles to $.60/2. $1.67x2=$3.33-.60=$2.73/2=$1.37/1.
• Betty Crocker Cookie Mix 3/$5 or $1.67 each. Use $.40/1 printable MFG which doubles to $.80/1. $1.67-.80=$.87.
• Betty Crocker Suddenly Salad B1G1 $2.49. Use (2) $.40/1 printable MFG which doubles to $.80/1. $2.49-1.60=$.89/2=$.45/1.
• Hunt's Ketchup 46oz Bottle $2.29. Use $.20/1 MFG (SS 5/10/09) which doubles to $.40/1. $2.29-.40=$1.89.
• Old Orchard Healthy Balance Juice 2/$4. Use $1/2 MFG (Old Orchard Mailer) or (2) $.50/1 MFG (Body + Soul 6/09). $4-1=$3/2=$1.50/1.
• SuperPretzel Soft Pretzels 3/$4 or $1.33 each. Use $.75/1 MFG (RP 3/15/or 5/10/09). $1.33-.75=$.58.
• Luigi's Italian Ice 5/$10 or $2 each. Use $.75/1 MFG (RP 45/10/09). $2-.75=$1.25.
• Scotties Facial Tissue 65-160ct 10/$10 or $1 each. Buy 5 & use $1/5 MFG (RP 4/19/09, 5/10/09 or 6/7/09). $1x5=$5-1=$4/5=$.80/1.
• Energizer Batteries 8ct AA or AAA, 4ct C or D, 2ct 9V $5.99. Use $1/1 MFG (SS 5/3/09). $5.99-1=$4.99.
• Visine Eye Drops $3.99. Use $3/1 MFG (RP 3/15/09). $3.99-3=$.99.
• Sara Lee Bread $1.99. Use $1/1 MFG (RP 5/31/09). $1.99-1=$.99.
• Kool-Aid Drink Mix 3/$5 or $1.67 each. Use $1/1 printable MFG. $1.67-1=$.67.

RR Deal: B$25G$5

• Pringles Potato Crisps $1.39. Use $.50/1 MFG (P&G 5/17/09). $1.39-.50=$.89.
• Cascade ActionPacs 20ct $3.98. Use $1/1 MFG (Home Made Simple Coupon Booklet). $3.98-1=$2.98.
• POSSIBLE SCENARIO: Buy 5 Cascade $19.90 ($14.90) & 4 Pringles Crisps $5.56 ($3.56). Get $5 RR. $14.90+3.56-5=$13.46 for all 9 items. This makes them about $1.50/item!

Shop'n Save Deals This Week (6/8-6/13)

• Tyson Crispy Chicken Strips 25oz $5. Use $1/1 MFG (SS 3/8/09, 5/10/09, 5/31/09, All You-5/22/09, or 6/26/09). $5-1=$4.
• TenderBird Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts 3lb Bag $5. This makes it $1.40/lb!
• Quilted Northern Bath Tissue 12ct Double Roll $5.97. Use $1/1 MFG (RP 4/26/09). $5.97-1=$4.97. This makes it $.41/roll.
• Pace Chunky Salsa 24oz Jar 2/$5. Use $.40/2 MFG (SS 4/26/09). $5-.40=$4.60/2=$2.30/1.
• Kellogg's Pop Tarts 12ct 2/$5 or $2.50 each. Use $.55/1 MFG (RP 6/7/09). $2.50-.55=$1.95.
• Kellogg's Frosted Mini Wheats Cereal 2/$5. Use B1G1 MFG (Vocal Point) & $1/1 MFG (Vocal Point). $5-2.50-1=$1.50/2=$.75/1.
• Lay's Potato Chips $1.97. Buy 2 & use $3/2 MFG (Pepsi Mailer). $1.97x2=$3.94-3=$.94/2=$.47/1.
• Sparkle Print Paper Towels 8ct 2/$11 or $5.50. Use $.50/1 MFG (RP 5/3/09). $5.50-.50=$5. This makes it $.63/roll.
• Edge or Skintimate Shave Gel 2/$3 or $1.50 each. Use $.75/1 MFG (SS 4/26/09 or Summer Blastoff 5/17/09). $1.50-.75=$.75.
• California Pizza Kitchen 2/$11 or $5.50 each. Use $1/1 MFG (SS Summer Blastoff 5/17/09). $5.50-1=$4.50.
• Yoplait Yogurt Cups 20/$10 or $.50 each. Buy 6 & use $.40/6 MFG (SS 4/19/09, 5/31/09 or 6/7/09). $.50x6=$3-.40=$2.60/6=$.43/1.

RR Deal: B$25G$7

• Cascade Original ActionPacs 60ct $11.98. Use $1/1 MFG (Home Made Simple Coupon Booklet). $11.98-1=$10.98.
• Duracell Batteries 16ct AA or AAA $9.94. Use $.75/1 MFG (P&G 5/17/09). $9.94-.75=$9.19.
• Buy 2 Cascade & 1 Duracell & get $7 RR. $10.98+10.98+9.19=$31.15-7=$24.15 for all 3. This makes it about $8.05 each.

RR Deal: B$25G$10, B$15G$5, B$10G$2

• General Mills Cereal 5/$10 or $2 each. Buy 3 & use $1/3 MFG (SS 5/3/09 or 5/31/09). $2x3=$6-1=$5/3=$1.67 each.
• Bertolli Pasta Sauce 2/$4 or $2 each. Use $.75/1 MFG (Unilever 4/5/09). $2-.75=$1.25.
• Wishbone Salad Dressing 2/$3. Use $1/2 MFG (RP 5/17/09). $3-1=$2/2=$1/1.
• Wishbone Salad Spritzers 2/$3 or $1.50 each. Use $1/1 MFG (RP 5/17/09). $1.50-1=$.50.
• Bisquick Biscuit Mix 20oz Box 2/$3 or $1.50 each. Use $.60/1 MFG (SS 5/31/09). $1.50-.60=$.90.
• Nature Valley Granola Bars 2/$6. Use $.75/2 MFG (SS 5/31/09). $6-.75=$5.25/2=$2.63/1.
• Fiber One Bars 2/$6 or $3. Use $1/1 MFG (Fiber One Sample). $3-1=$2.
• Skippy Peanut Butter 2/$4 or $2 each. Use $.40/1 MFG (Unilever 4/5/09). $2-.40=$1.60.
• Ragu Pasta Sauce 16-26oz 2/$3 or $1.50 each. Buy 3 & use $1.25/3 MFG (RP 5/17/09). $1.50x3=$4.50-1.25=$3.25/3=$1.08/1.
• Betty Crocker Brownie Mix or Suddenly Salad 4/$5 or $1.25 each. Buy 2 & use $.50/2 MFG (SS 5/10/09 or Summer Blastoff 5/17/09). $1.25x2=$2.50-.50=$2/2=$1/1.
• Hellman's Mayonaise 2/$5 or $2.50 each. Use $.50/1 MFG (RP 5/17/09). $2.50-.50=$1.
• Yoplait GoGurt or Trix Multipack 2/$5. Use $.75/2 MFG (SS 4/19/09). $5-.75=$4.25/2=$2.13/1.
• All Laundry Detergent 2/$9. Use $1/2 MFG (RP 5/10/09). $9-1=$8/2=$4/1.
• I Can't Believe It's Not Butter Spread 2/$4 or $2 each. Use $.50/1 MFG (RP 3/29/09). $2-.50=$1.50.
• POSSIBLE SCENARIO: Buy 4 Ragu Sauce $6 ($4.32), 4 Bisquick Baking Mix $6 ($3.60), 4 Betty Crocker Suddenly Salad $5 ($4), 2 Butter Spreads $4 ($3), & 2 Cereals $4 ($3.34). Get $10 RR. $4.32+3.60+4+3+3.34-10=$8.26 for all 16 items! This makes it about $.52/item!

Target Deals for This Week (6/7-6/13)

• Pond's Wet Towelettes 30ct $4.50. Use $1.50/1 MFG (RP 3/29/09). $4.50-1.50=$3.
• Glade PlugIns Lasting Impressions or Sense & Spray Starter Kit $5.99. Use $4/1 MFG (SS 5/10/09 or All You-3/20/09). $5.99-4=$1.99.
• Colgate 4ct Wisp Mini-Brush $1.99. Use $.50/1 printable TC & $.50/1 MFG (All You-4/17/09 or 5/22/09). $1.99-.50-.50=$.99.
• Cottonelle Double Roll Bath Tissue 12ct $6.49. Use $1/1 MFG (All You-5/22/09, 6/26/09 or Cottonelle Sample). $6.49-1=$5.49. This makes it $.46/roll!
• Knorr Side Dishes 5/$5 or $1 each. Buy 2 & use $.50/2 MFG (RP 5/17/09). $1x2=$2-.50=$1.50/2=$.75/1.
• Similac Ready-t0-Feed 32oz $5.49. Use $2/1 MFG (SS 5/10/09). $5.49-2=$3.49.
• Atkins Advantage Shakes 4ct $4.99. Use $1/1 MFG (SS Summer Blastoff 5/17/09). $4.99-1=$3.99.
• Tidy Cat Scoopable Litter 35lb $11.99.  Buy 2 & use (2) $1/1 MFG (Tidy Cat Litter Insert).  Get $5 TGC.  $11.99x2=$23.98-2-5=$16.98/2=$8.49/1.
• Tropicana Orange Juice 59 or 64oz Carton or 6ct $2.79.  Buy 2 & use $1/2 MFG (RP 5/3/09).  $2.79x2=$5.58-1=4.48/2=$2.29/1.
• Kellogg's Cereal $2.50.  Use $1/1 MFG (RP 6/7/09).  $2.50-1=$1.50.
• Yoplait Yogurt 10/$5 or $.50 each.  Buy 6 & use $.45/6 printable MFG.  $.50x6=$3-.45=$2.55/6=$.43/1.
• Healthy Choice Cafe Steamers 4/$10 or $2.50 each.  Buy 2 & use $1/2 MFG (All You-6/26/09).  $2.50x2=$5-1=$4/2=$2/1.
• Hillshire Farm Deli Select $2.99.  Use $.35/1 MFG (RP 5/10/09 or 6/7/09).  $2.99-.35=$2.64.
• Kraft Mayo Big Squeeze $1.99.  Use $1/1 printable TC.  $1.99-1=$.99.

Walgreens $5/$25 Coupon!

Walgreens is offering $5/$25 on Wednesday and Thursday only!

Click here to print your coupon now to sweeten your deals.

FREE Glucose Meters & More at Walgreens (6/7-6/13)

• Nature Made Vitamins & Supplements B1G1 $3.59 & Up. Use (2) $1/1 MFG (All You-2/20/09 or SS 6/7/09). $3.59-2=$1.59/2=$.80/1.
• Pringles Super Stack 5.71-6.41oz 2/$3. Use $1/2 MFG (P&G 5/17/09). $3-1=$2/2=$1/1.
• Nestle Nips 4oz $.79 w/ WC in ad or printable.
• Hunt's Tomatoes Sauce 8oz $.39 w/ WC in ad or printable.
• Glade PlugIns Scented Oil Refills 1.4oz 2ct $2.99. Use $1/1 MFG (SS 5/10/09). $2.99-1=$1.99.
• Glade Fabric & Air Odor Eliminator 22oz $2.99. Buy 2 & use B1G1 MFG (SS 5/10/09). $2.99/2=$1.50/1.
• 1 Gallon Water Drinking or Distilled $.69 w/ WC in ad or printable. (NOTE: Great time to stock up your emergency kits. Did you know that you are supposed to have 3 days worth of water for each person in your home stored with an emergency kit.)
• Ziploc Bags 100ct Sandwich or 15-25ct Freezer or Storage $1.99 w/ WC in ad or printable. Buy 2 & use $1/2 MFG (SS 5/10/09). $1.99x2=$3.98-1=$2.98/2=$1.49/1.
• Tuf Paper Towels 3ct $1.99 w/ WC in ad or printable. This makes them $.66/roll!
• Ultra Tuf Trash Bags 20-60ct 13-39 Gallon $4.99.
• L'Oreal Sublime Bronze Tanning Lotion B1G1 $9.99 & Up. Use (2) $1/1 MFG (RP 4/19/09 or 5/31/09). $9.99-2=$7.99/2=$4/1.
• K-Y Lubricant Intense .34oz or Yours & Mine 1.5oz $16.99. Use $5/1 WC in ad or printable & $5/1 MFG (RP 12/7/08, 2/1/09, or 5/10/09). $16.99-5-5=$6.99.
• Neosporin Ointment .5oz $5.79. Use $2/1 WC in ad or printable & $1/1 MFG (SS 3/15/09, RP 4/26/09, 5/17/09 & Parents 6/09). $5.79-2-1=$2.79.
• Stayfree Maxi Pads 28-48ct $6.99. Buy 2 & use $4/1 WC in ad or printable (will take off $8) & $2/2 MFG (RP 4/26/09). $6.99x2=$13.98-8-2=$3.98/2=$1.99/1.
• O.B. Tampons 40ct $7.99. Use $4/1 WC in ad or printable & $1/1 MFG (RP 4/26/09). $7.99-4-1=$2.99.
• Serenity Tena Underwear or Pads 12-42ct $16.49. Use $5/1 WC in ad or printable & $2/1 MFG (Woman's Day 4/14/09). $16.49-5-2=$9.49.
• Blood Glucose Monitoring System $9.99. Get $9.99 MIR. FREE after MIR!
• Blood Glucose Monitoring System $19.99. Get $19.99 MIR. FREE after MIR!
• Blue Diamond Almonds 6oz B1G1 $3.59. Use $1/2 MFG (SS 3/22/09) or (2) $.50/1 MFG (SS 3/22/09 or printable). $3.59-1=$2.59/2=$1.30/1.
• Mars Candy 1.24-2.17oz 2/$1 w/ WC in ad or printable. Use B1G1 MFG (RP 5/17/09). 1-.50=$.50/2=$.25/1.
• Palmolive Dish Liquid 10oz $.99 w/ WC in ad or printable. Use $.25/1 MFG (All You-4/17/09 or SS 6/7/09). $.99-.25=$.74.

RR Deals: Laundry B3G$5

• All Detergent 26 or 32 Loads $4.49. Use $.40/1 MFG (RP 5/10/09). $4.49-.40=$4.09.
• Snuggle Fabric Softener $4.49. Use $.50/1 MFG (RP 5/17/09). $4.49-.50=$3.99.
• Buy a total of 3 from either of the two above and get a $5 RR. $3.99x3=$11.97-5=$6.97/3=$2.32/1.

Other RR Deals:

• Kellogg's Special K Cereal 3/$10. Use (3) $1/1 MFG (RP 6/7/09). Get $3 RR. $10-3-3=$4/3=$1.33/1.
• Gillette Fusion Razor $9.49. Use $4/1 MFG (P&G 6/7/09). Get $2.50 RR. $9.49-4-2.50=$2.99.
• Gillette Shampoo or Body Wash 2/$8. Use (2) $1/1 MFG (P&G 6/7/09). Use $3 RR. $8-2-3=$3/2=$1.50/1.
• Dove Deodorant $2.61. Buy 8 & use (8) $1/1 MFG (RP 6/7/09). Get $10 RR. $2.61x8=$20.88-8-10=$2.88/8=$.36/1.
• Gentle Glide or Sport Playtex Tampons 16-18ct 2/$8. Use (2) $1/1 MFG (SS 3/22/09, 6/7/09, Playtex Sample, & All You-5/22/09). Get $2 RR. $8-2-2=$4/2=$2/1.
• Slim-Fast Shakes 4-6ct $5.99. Buy 2 & use (2) $1.40/1 MFG (RP 5/17/09). Get $2 RR. $5.99x2=$11.98-2.80-2=$7.18/2=$3.59/1.
• Head & Shoulders Hair Care 2/$8. Use $2/2 MFG (P&G 6/7/09). Get $2 RR. $8-2-2=$4/2=$2/1.

Preserve Cutting Board Giveaway!

Have you heard of Preserve? They are a company that makes items from 100% recycled materials. Their motto is Reduce. Reuse. Recycle. Their company was started in 1996 to help conserve the environment. All of their plastic items are made from #5 polypropylene plastic collected from consumers just like you!

They have a program called Gimme 5. This allows you as the consumer to recycle your food storage containers. Click here for more information on the process. There are several ways to get your recycleable items to them:

• Bring them to a Whole Foods Market Store near you.
• Send by mail.
• Call to arrange if you have a large shipment.

Now for the awesome part, Preserve has offered one of my readers a chance to try out their product. How would you like to win a Preserve Cutting Board? I received mine in the mail a few weeks ago to try out. It is one sturdy cutting board. It has a curved edge on the left side so you have a convenient place to hold or carry it by. They are about 1/4" thick which is fantastic!

The cutting board for the giveaway is the blue one you see above.

Here is how you enter: (Open to US residents only.)

1. Visit Preserve and fill out the form below entering which item you would like to try other than the cutting boards.

Extra Entries: (Fill out a seperate form for each entery!)

1. Follow my blog (click the link on the left sidebar).
2. Follow me on Twitter, Technorati, or Facebook.
3. Comment with a recyling tip.

Mark Giveaway Winner!

The winner of my mark. Giveaway is Aik (aikychien@). Congrats!

Thanks to everyone who entered the giveaway. There are several more to come so check back often!

Mission Possible Mondays!

HERE IS YOUR MISSION SHOULD YOU CHOOSE TO ACCEPT IT:

Try to eat a fruit and vegetable at every meal and for snacks instead of junk food.

DETAILS:

Fruits and vegetables have a great deal of nutrition that would be a great benefit to anyone's diet. It is recommended that adults eat 7-10 fruits and vegetables a day. Do you eat that many? I know I struggle to eat one at every meal which only makes 3. No where near what should be eaten a day.

Since last week's mission was to go to the farmers market, return this week to get the fruits and vegetables needed for each meal.

DEADLINE:

Try to do this all week at the least and continue it on each day forever! At least try to do it this week and see if you feel a difference in energy.

LAST WEEK'S MISSION: FAILED!

Last time the Mission was to "Make an effort to find and go to a Farmer's Market this week instead of getting your produce from a grocery store."

I know where 2 major Farmer's Markets are. One is about 10 minutes from my house and the other is about 40 minutes away. I had every intention of going to the close one this week but things got CRAZY and I didn't make it out. I plan on going this weekend and stock up.

How did you do? Did you complete the mission? If so, leave a comment here. Do you know where a Farmer's Market may be? Leave a comment with that here also, it may just help someone else who lives near.

Kmart Double Deal Days (6/7-6/13)

Kmart is again offering Double Coupons up to $2! There are a few restrictions to keep in mind:

• The coupon will double to the cost of the item and no more. You can't earn money from a coupon.
• 1 coupon per item may be used.
• Limit of 4 of the same coupon can be used.
• Only dollar value coupons will be doubled, not B1G1 or others.
• Limit of 10 coupons per customer per day will be doubled.
• Printable coupons will not be doubled.
• Only participating stores so be sure to call your store before you go to make sure they are participating!

Here are some of the deals that I came up with. If you find any others, be sure to leave a comment and share with everyone.

• Rubbermaid 20ct Easy Find Lids Set $8.99. Use $1/1 MFG (SS 5/3/09 or 6/7/09) which will double to $2. $8.99-2=$6.99.
• Sudafed PE 18-24ct $4.99. Use $1.50/1 MFG (RP 12/7/08) which doubles to $3/1. $4.99-3=$1.99.
• Benadryl 24ct $4.99. Use $1/1 MFG (RP 4/26/09 or 5/17/09) which doubles to $2/1. $4.99-2=$2.99.
• Pampers Big Pack Box of Diapers $19.99. Use $2/1 MFG (Pampers Mailer) which doubles to $4/1. $19.99-4=$15.99.
• Hawaiian Tropic Suncare Product $5. Use $1/1 MFG (SS 5/3/09) which doubles to $2/1. $5-2=$3.
• Finish 25ct Quantum or 32ct Powerballs B1G1. Use (2) $.75/1 MFG (SS 6/7/09) which doubles to $1.50/1. Final price unknown, not listed in ad.
• Swiffer Dusters 5ct or Dust & Shine Spray 9.7oz $3.49. Use $1/1 MFG (Home Made Simple Coupon Booklet) which doubles to $2/1. $3.49-2=$1.49.
• Hefty Trash Bags 13-39 Gallon $10. Use $2/1 MFG (RP 5/17/09) which doubles to $4/1. $10-4=$6.
• Fancy Feast Moist Cat Food 20/$10 or $.50 each. Buy 24 & use $1/24 MFG (SS Summer Blastoff 5/17/09) which doubles to $2/24. $.50x24=$12-2=$10/24=$.42/1.
• Downy Liquid Fabric Softener $5.49. Use $1/1 MFG (SS ?) which doubles to $2/1. $5.49-2=$3.49. (NOTE: If you buy 3 you will get at $5 RR which makes it $3.49x3=$10.47-5=$5.47/3=$1.82/1!)
• Folgers 22.6-33.9oz $6.99. Buy 2 & use $1/2 MFG (RP 6/7/09) which doubles to $2/2. $6.99x2=$13.98-2=$11.98/2=$5.99/1.
• Cheetos or Fritos Chips 2/$5. Use $2/2 MFG (Pepsi Mailer) which doubles to $4/2. $5-4=$1/2=$.50/1.
• General Mills Cereals 5/$10 or $2 each. Use $.75/1 MFG (Total Sample) which doubles to $1.50/1. $2-1.50=$.50. (NOTE: If you don't have the Total coupons, you can use the $1/3 MFG (SS 5/3/09 or 5/31/09) which doubles to $2/3. $2x3=$6-2=$4/3=1.33/1.)
• Visine A or AC $3.99. Use $2/1 MFG (RP 4/26/09) which will double to $3.99/1. $3.99-3.99=FREE after MFG!
• Gerber Graduates Training Cups w/ Handles 2ct $6.99. Use $.75/1 MFG (Gerber Mailing) which doubles to $1.50. $6.99-1.50=$5.49. This makes it $2.75/cup.
• Gerber Soft Bite Infant Spoon 2ct $2.99. Use $.75/1 MFG (Gerber Mailing) which doubles to $1.50. $2.99-1.50=$1.49. This makes it $.75/spoon.
• Wet Ones 40ct Canister $2.29. Use $.75/1 MFG (SS Summer Blastoff 5/17/09) which doubles to $1.50. $2.29-1.50=$.79.
• Mentos Gum $1.29. Use $.55/1 MFG (SS 5/3/09) which doubles to $1.10/1. $1.29-1.10=$.19.

Rebate Deal: Buy both of the below deals and get a $21 Olay product FREE by MIR (get in store)!

• CoverGirl Clean Liquid Makeup, Pressed Powder or Cheekers 2/$7. Use (2) $1/1 MFG or (1) $2/2 MFG (P&G 6/7/09) which doubles to $2/1. $7-4=$3/2=$1.50/1.
• Gillette Body Wash 12-18oz 2/$8. Use (2) $1/1 MFG (P&G 6/7/09) which doubles to $2/1. $8-4=$4/2=$2/1.

There are TONS of $2/1 MFG available right now. Be sure to check my database to easily find which ones you want to use. If you find any other great deals, be sure to post a comment here and share with everyone! Happy shopping!

I Need Organization - In Place System Review

Is there anything room in your home or office that you just look at and say, "Man, what a mess! This needs some organization!"? There is a new organization system that just might work for you. It is called the In Place System and can be purchased at any OfficeMax store. Peter Walsh is the designer.

The main place I have clutter in my home is in the dining room. This seems to be the dump off spot. Everything that gets brought in from the car and all the mail gets dumped onto the table and sits there until there is such a pile that you can't even see the tabletop. This is very frustrating for me and I realized that organization needed to happen. I started using the In Place System Travel Binder. I have each category that mail should go into labeled on individual envelopes. Whoever brings in the mail is to sort it into the appropriate folder immediately. This doesn't completely declutter my table but it is a positive start. I plan to set up the rest of the system in my workroom downstairs. I am excited to become more organized and clean.If you have a home office or run an office, this is a great system to initiate. The picture above shows just a few of the elements to the system. You see the Travel Binder to transport important information from home to the office or from the office to an appointment. There is File Organizer that can be placed into a binder or file cabinet. There is also a Desktop File Sorter to keep your most important files. These should be files that you use very often. Those files that you only look at now and then should be placed in a file cabinet for safe keeping. There is a Portfolio Stand & Portfolio Sleeves for placing your important reports or documents that need to be easily accessible. Finally there are sticky notepads and a pen. The pen is a re-writeable eraser pen. One end is a pen that can write on the plastic of your system. The other end erases the writing so that it can be used for something else.

Peter Walsh also wrote a book called "Enough Already!". This book not only helps you to organize your work space but your mental space as well. He says that in order to stay organized with your workspace, you need to organize mentally. There are several areas in our lives that can get cluttered mentally. These are relationships, family, work, health, money and spirituality. This book offers step by step ways to organize each of these aspects of your life. He not only tells you about things to look for but he offers questionaires and little helpful forms that you can fill out to really allow you to evaluate yourself and your life. I found the book very interesting and useful. Definitely a good read if you are serious about decluttering your lifestyle. You can visit his website and order it here.

Thanks to Peter Walsh and Office Max for the reviewed products and organizational help.

Last Chance to Enter Mark Giveaway!

If you have not yet entered the mark. Giveaway, be sure to do it! The giveaway ends tomorrow evening!

Be sure to check back tomorrow evening for the winner and to enter the new giveaway for a Preserve Kitchen Cutting Board!

$64.67 Worth of 24 Items for $22.18!

This week was a slow week for deals but I managed to scrape up a few. Hopefully some of you got some great deals too!

Walgreens Transaction 1:

1. 2 Werther's Original Candies B1G1 $2.29.
2. 1 Deerfield Dried Cranberries $1.
3. 3 Kellogg's FiberPlus Bars $2.50 each.
4. 1 WOW Chips Ahoy Straws $.50 (store clearance).
5. 1 Cheez-Its $2.50.
6. 1 Pampers Jumbo Pack $10.99.

• Used (2) $.55/1 MFG for Werther's.
• Used FREE MFG for Pampers.
• Used $5 & $4.50 RR from previous transactions.
• OOP $3.74.
• Total before coupons was $27.07 - $14.38 = $12.69 + $.55 tax = $13.24. I received a $3 RR for the Kellogg's products which made it $13.24-3=$10.24 for 9 items!

Walgreens Transaction 2:

1. Ecotrin 45ct $2. (Not pictured - given away)
2. 2 Werther's Original Candies B1G1 $2.29.

• Used $2/1 MFG for Ecotrin.
• Used (2) $.55/1 MFG for Werther's.
• OOP $1.24.
• Total before coupons $6.58 - $5.39 = $1.19 + $.05 tax = $1.24. I received $2 RR for Ecotrin which made it $1.24-2=$+.76 for 3 items!

Victoria's Secret Transaction:

1. VS Cotton Panty $8.50.

• Used FREE coupon.
• OOP NOTHING!
• NOTE: If you are interested in receiving FREE panties every month, visit their website or store and sign up for the Angel card. It is a store card (not credit card) that can be used at Victoria's Secret, Bath & Body Works and a few other stores. Every dollar you spend earns you points for more FREE products but you always get a FREE panty every month!

Walmart Transaction:

1. 4 Johnson's Bubble Bath $3 each. (1 not pictured - being used)
2. 2 Kraft Easy Mac Cups $.79 each. (1 not pictured - little guy ate already)
3. 2 Velveeta Cups $.97 each.
4. 2 Mars Candy Bars $.50 each.

• Used (4) $1/1 MFG for Johnson's.
• Used B1G1 MFG for Kraft.
• Used B1G1 MFG for Velveeta.
• Used FREE MFG for Candy.
• Used B1G1 MFG for Candy.
• OOP $9.46.
• Total before coupons was $16.52 - $6.76 = $8.76 + $.70 = $9.46 for 10 items!

Hallmark Transaction:

1. 1 Dip Mix $3 (store clearance).

• OOP $3.24.
• Total before clearance $6 - $3 clearance = $3 + $.24 tax = $3.24 for 1 item!

I did a little bit of garage saling this week also which was great. Got some good deals. Didn't take pictures of everything but here is the downlow.

• 2' Supermack Truck Transformer $1. (Brand new - still in box.)
• Counting w/ Sound Sesame Street Game $.50.
• Belt Sander $5.
• Eliptical Exercise Equipment $10.
• Dual Computer Speakers w/ Amp $5.
• 100W Subwoofer $5 (not sure on the spelling of that one, it was for the hubby.)