"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!

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Activity News:

• For those of you in the St. Louis area, I am having a house party for Juicy Juice. If you are interested in meeting me, bringing the kids for a playdate and trying some of Juicy Juice's new products for absolutely FREE, please email me and I will send you a personal invitation from me and Juicy Juice!

Simple Ways To Go Green In Your Kitchen

Exchange Bottled Water for Tap:

Instead of buying bottled water, use tap water for drinking and cooking. If you don't like the taste of tap water or you live in an area of unsafe water, you can either boil it or purchase or make a water filter. Not only do you avoid the chances of BPA exposure, save money and you help the environment by having less waste product. Most plastic bottles are recycleable but recycling uses more energy than not having the need.

Exchange Paper Towels for Rags:

Paper towels and rags do the same thing, right? They both clean up messes, soak up spills, and wipe messy faces. Constantly buying paper towels costs more that using rags and washing them. We have to do laundry anyways, what is another couple rags, right. Besides the cost, paper towels add waste. They come in plastic wrapping, each paper towel gets trashed and the cardboard center. Did you ever wonder why there is a cardboard center? What a waste! There would be 2" more paper towels without it.

Exchange Chemical Cleaners for Homemade:

Most of us have baking soda, white vinegar, club soda, salt, lemon juice, olive oil, and spices. Thats pretty much all you need for all your cleaning needs. The Tree Hugging Family has a list of 25 safe, non-toxic homemade cleaners. Whatever you need to clean, can be done with homemade products. This will save you lots of money as well as make your home and family cleaner, healthier and happier over all. Chemicals tend to cause increased allergies, in some cases cancers, and skin issues. Why not avoid those things if you can?

Do you have another simple way to go green in the kitchen? Please post it here and share with all of us!

Check out the "Going Green as a Family" Blog Carnival for more tips, FREEbies and giveaways!

Spreading Blog-LOVE

Blog Giveaways:

Etsy Giveaways

• LLM Designs Earrings  Ends 4/10/09.
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• Eclectic Orchid Necklace Ends 4/13/09.
• Jewelry, LipGloss & Stickers Ends 4/4/09.
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• Easter Themed Ducky Soap Ends 4/5/09.

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• SlimPerfect Review/Giveaway Ends 4/22/09.

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• Johnny-Light Ends 4/3/09.

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• 11 Different Ones

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"Going Green as a Family" Featured Giveaway #1

What better way is there to start off a blog carnival on "Going Green as a Family" than with a pendant that says so!

This lovely pendant is designed by Noisy Bird Studio. This etsy shop carries a variety of pendants as well as pocket mirrors. There are several designs to choose from for pretty much every occasion. They even offer gift sets for special occasions like birthdays or weddings. If there is a design that you would like and they don't feature it, you can make a request.

Their pendants are handmade of 1"x1" fiberboard. The images are created with high-quality laser print. It is sanded and finished with non-toxic glass-like resin. A ball chain or black leather chain can be chosen for the pendant to hang on. Since these pendants are handmade, there are no 2 exactly the same! Extra bonus, each pendant comes in a perfect little black sack.
I love jewelry that stands out and makes a statement. These pendants are beautiful yet make a wonderful statement to the world. We each need to do our part to make where we live a better place.

How to enter the giveaway to win one of these "Go Green" pendants. Requirement to enter this giveaway (open Internationally) is to visit Noisy Bird Studio. Come back here and fill out the form below with which item/design is your favorite from their store.

Extra entries (fill out a seperate form for each extra entry):

• Follow my blog.
• Follow me on Twitter, Facebook, MySpace, or Technorati.
• Tweet or blog about this giveaway or "Going Green as a Family". Be sure to leave the URL in the comments.
• Enter my "Mentor The Kid & The CEO" Book Giveaway.
• Purchase an item from Noisy Bird Studio and get 5 additional entries! (NOTE: They are offering 1 FREE when you purchase 3!)

Dierbergs Deal for March 21-April 6

• General Mills Cereal 4/$10 or $2.50 each. Use $1/1 MFG (Pillsbury Coupon Booklet). $2.50-1=$1.50.
• Fiber One Granola Bars 4/$10 or $2.50 each. Use $1/1 MFG (Fiber One Sample). $2.50-1=$1.50.
• Sargento Shredded Cheese 7-8oz $1.99. Use $.50/1 MFG (SS 1/25/09). $1.99-.50=$1.49.
• Dannon Yogurt 2/$99 or $.50/1. Buy 6 & use $.60/6 MFG (SS 3/15/09). $.50x6=$3-.50=$2.50/6=$.42/1.
• Wishbone Salad Dressing 2/$4 or $2 each. Use $1/1 MFG (RP 3/15/09). $2-1=$1.
• Kellogg's All Bran Crackers 2/$5. Use $1/2 MFG (RP 3/8/09). $5-1=$4/2=$2/1.
• Juicy Juice 100% Juice 64oz Bottles 2/$5 or $2.50 each. Use $1/1 printable MFG. $2.50-1=$1.50.
• Earth's Best Baby Food 4oz Jars 10/$10 or $1 each. Buy 8 & use $1/8 MFG (Mambo Sprouts Mailer). $1x8=$8-1=$7/8=$.88/1.
• Clif Bars 10/$10 or $1 each. Buy 2 & use $.75/2 MFG (Mambo Sprouts Mailer). $1x2=$2-.75=$1.25/2=$.63/1.
• Luna Bars 10/$10 or $1 each. Use $.50/1 MFG (Mambo Sprouts Mailer). $1-.50=$.50.
• Frontera Tortilla Chips 2/$4 or $2 each. Use $.55/1 MFG (Mambo Sprouts Mailer). $2-.55=$1.45.
• Prairie Farms Old Recipe Ice Cream 3/$10 or $3.33 each. Buy 2 & use $1/2 MFG (RP 1/25/09 or printable). $3.33x2=$6.66-1=$5.66/2=$2.83/1.
• Tampax Feminine Needs 2/$7 or $3.50 each. Use $1/1 MFG (Tampax Mailer). $3.50-1=$2.50.

Schnucks Deals for March 30-April 5

• Betty Crocker Tuna, Chicken or Hamburger Helper 10/$10 or $1 each. Buy 3 & use $1/3 printable MFG. $1x3=$3-1=$2/3=$.67/1.
• Knorr Rice or Pasta Side Dishes 10/$10 or $1 each. Buy 2 & use $.50/2 MFG (RP 1/18/09). $1x2=$2-.50=$1.50/2=$.75/1.
• Ripe Avocadoes 10/$10 or $1 each.
• Ocean Market Tilapia or Salmon Fillets 4oz 10/$10 or $1 each.
• Tenderbird Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast $1.79/lb. Sold in 3lb bags for $5.37.
• Betty Crocker Fudge Brownie Mix 10/$10 or $1 each. Buy 2 & use $.75/2 MFG (GMS 2/8/09). $1x2=$2-.75=$1.25/2=$.63/1.
• Suave Invisible Deodorant 1.4oz 10/$10 or $1 each. Use $.50/1 MFG (RP 3/29/09). $1-.50=$.50.
• Glade Air Freshener 9oz 10/$10 or $1 each. Buy 2 & use B1G1 MFG (SS 3/15/09). $1/2=$.50/1.
• Yoplait Original or Light Smoothies 8oz Bottle 10/$10 or $1 each. Buy 6 & use $.40/6 MFG (GMS 2/8/09 or SS 3/22/09) which doubles to $.80/6. $1x6=$6-.80=$5.20/6=$.87/1.
• Schnucks 16oz French Onion Dip or Sour Cream 10/$10 or $1 each.
• Totino's Pizza Rolls 15ct 10/$10 or $1 each. Buy 2 & use $.40/2 MFG (SS 1/11/09, 1/18/09, 1/25/09 or GMS 2/8/09) which doubles to $.80/2. $1x2=$2-.80=$1.20/2=$.60/1.
• Softsoap Hand Soap 7.5oz 10/$10 or $1 each. Use $.35/1 MFG (SS 3/29/09) which doubles to $.70/1. $1-.70=$.30.
• Renuzit Adjustable Air Fresheners 10/$10 or $1 each. Use $.55/3 MFG (SS 2/22/09). $1x3=$3-.55=$2.45/3=$.82/1.
• Kotex Lightdays Pantiliners 14-22ct 10/$10 or $1 each. Use $.75/1 MFG (SS 2/22/09). $1-.75=$.25.
• Old Orchard 100% Apple Juice or Blend 2/$3. Use $.50/2 MFG (Old Orchard Mailer). $3-.50=$2.50/2=$1.25/1.
• Lipton Tea 16oz Bottle 10/$10 or $1 each. Use $.75/1 MFG (RP 1/18/09 or 3/15/09). $1-.75=$.25.
• Fuze 18oz Bottle 10/$10 or $1 each. Use $.25/1 MFG (SS 1/4/09) which doubles to $.50/1. $1-.50=$.50.
• Pepsi Product 12oz Cans 4/$11. Use $2/4 MFG in store (get from Customer Service). $11-2=$9/4=$2.25/1.
• General Mills Cereal 4/$10 or $2.50 each. Use $1/1 MFG (Pillsbury Coupon Booklet). $2.50-1=$1.50.
• Yoplait Yogurt 10/$6 or $.60 each. Buy 6 & use $.40/6 MFG (GMS 2/8/09 or SS 3/22/09) which doubles to $.80/6. $.60x6=$3.60-.80=$2.80/6=$.47/1.
• Green Giant Steamers 10/$10 or $1 each. Use $.60/1 printable MFG. $1-.60=$.40.
• Bisquick Baking Mix 2/$6 or $3 each. Use $.60/1 printable MFG. $3-.60=$2.40.
• Post Cereal 2/$4 or $2 each. Use $.55/1 MFG (SS 3/1/09). $2-.55=$1.45.
• Hefty Trash Bags 16-28ct $5.99. Use $1/1 MFG (RP 1/25/09 or RP 3/8/09). $5.99-1=$4.99.
• Schnucks Celery 10/$10 or $1 each.
• Anjou or Bartlett Pears 10lbs/$10 or $1/lb.
• SeaPak Shrimp $5.99. Use $1/1 MFG (Hallmark Feb/Mar 2009, Shape 3/09, or SS 2/1/09). $5.99-1=$4.99.
• Scrubbing Bubbles 2/$5. Buy 2 & use $3/2 printable MFG or here. $5-3=$2/2=$1/1.
• Ziploc Bags 2-20ct 2/$5 or $2.50 each. Use $.40/1 MFG (SS 3/15/09) which doubles to $.80/1. $2.50-.80=$1.70.
• Lansinoh Nursing Pads or Milk Storage Bags 25ct Bags or 36ct Pads $3.99.
• Aveeno Baby Shampoo or Lotion 5-8oz 2/$8 or $4 each. Use $2/1 printable MFG. $4-2=$2.

Shop'n Save Deals for March 30-April 4

• Post Cereals 13-20oz 2/$4.14. Use $1/2 MFG (Shop'n Save Ad, SS 3/1/09, or SS 3/29/09). $4.14-1=$3.14/2=$1.57/1.
• Starburst Jelly Beans 14oz 2/$3. Use $1/2 MFG (RP 3/1/09). $3-1=$2/2=$1/1.
• Tyson Boneless Wyngs $3.99/lb. Use $.55/1 MFG (SS 1/4/09). $3.99-.55=$3.44.
• Kellogg's Cereal (Frosted Mini Wheats, Crispix, or Frosted Flakes Gold) 14.5-18oz 2/$5. Use (2) $1/1 MFG (RP 2/22/09). $5-2=$3/2=$1.50/1.
• Kellogg's Cereal (Froot Loops, Corn Pops, or Frosted Flakes) 12.2-17oz 5/$10 or $2 each. Use $.70/1 MFG (RP 2/22/09). $2-.70=$1.30.
• Dole Pinneapple, Tropical Fruit Salad or Mandarin Oranges 15-20oz Can 10/$10 or $1 each. Buy 2 & use $.75/2 MFG (SS 2/1/09). $1x2=$2-.75=$1.25/2=$.63/1.
• Kashi TLC Bars 4/$9.98 or $2.50 each. Use $1/1 MFG (Mambo Sprouts Coupon Booklet). $2.50-1=$1.50.
• Kellogg's Pop Tarts 12ct 3/$7 or $2.33 each. Buy 2 & use $1/2 MFG (RP 2/22/09). $2.33x2=$4.66-1=$3.66/2=$1.83/1.
• Glade Air Freshener 9oz Aerosol 10/$10 or $1 each. Buy 2 & use B1G1 MFG (SS 3/15/09). $1/2=$.50/1.
• Healthy Choice Naturals 3/$5. Buy 6 & use B5G1 MFG (Hallmark Feb/Mar, Shape 3/09, or SS 2/1/09). $5x2=$10-1.67=$8.33/6=$1.38/1.
• I Can't Believe It's Not Butter 8-15oz Tub 3/$4 or $1.33 each. Use $.50/1 MFG (RP 3/29/09). $1.33-.50=$.83.
• Pillsbury Crescent or Cinnamon Rolls 3/$6 or $2 each. Use $1/1 MFG (Pillsbury Coupon Booklet). $2-1=$1.
• Imperial Quarters 1lb Butter 2/$1 or $.50 each.
• Promise Activ Shots 4ct 2/$5 or $2.50 each. Use $1.50/1 MFG (RP 3/15/09). $2.50-1.50=$1.
• Playtex Tampons 16ct Sport or 18ct Gentle Glide 2/$6.98 or $3.49 each. Use $1/1 MFG (SS 3/22/09, Gentle Glide Sample, or Playtex Sample). $3.49-1=$2.49.
• Gold Bond Ultimate Lotion $4.97. Use $2/1 MFG (SS 3/22/09). $4.97-2=$2.97.
• Zatarains 5.25oz 10/$10 or $1 each. Use $.75/1 MFG (RP 2/8/09). $1-.75=$.25.
• Knorr & Lipton Sides 10/$10 or $1 each. Buy 2 & use $.50/2 MFG (RP 1/18/09). $1x2=$2-.50=$1.50/2=$.75/1. (NOTE: Buy 10 using (5) MFG & get $5 off Fresh or Roasted Chicken RR!)
• Barilla Pasta 10/$10 or $1 each. Use $.50/1 MFG (SS 3/29/09). $1-.50=$.50.
• Glade Spray 9oz 10/$10 or $1 each. Buy 2 & use B1G1 MFG (SS 3/15/09). $1/2=$.50/1.
• Renuzit Adjustables 7.5oz 10/$10 or $1 each. Buy 3 & use $.55/3 MFG (SS 2/22/09). $1x3=$3-.55=$2.45/3=$.82/1.

RR Deal: Suave Products B$10G$3RR.

• Suave Shampoo or Conditioner 2/$3 or $1.50 each. Buy 7 & use (2) $1.75/3 MFG (RP 3/1/09). Get $3 RR. $1.50x7=$10.50-3.50-3=$4/7=$.57/1.

Aldi Deals for March 29-April 4

• Sweet Potatoes 3lb Bag $.99.
• Red or Green Seedles Grapes 2lb $.79.
• Golden Pinneapple $.99.
• Red Delicious or Gala Apples 3lb Bag $1.39.
• Happy Farms Cream Cheese 8oz $.79.
• Happy Farms Butter 1lb $1.49.
• Happy Farms Cheese Blocks 8oz $1.29.

Michael's Knack Family Event!

The Knack at Michaels is offering a FREE Family Event by Crayola

Saturday, April 4 from 10am-2pm

Ages 5-12 are Welcome

3D Experience, Mini Posters, and Finger Puppets!

Toy's 'R' Us Activity & Deals for March 29-April 4

The Great Nick Easter Adventure!

Saturday, April 4 from 12-2

Collect Clues and get FREEbies!

They are offering a lot of great products for B1G1 this week:

• Little Tikes Toy
• Crayola Crayons
• Fisher Price Select Toys
• Caring Corners Dollhouse Accessories
• V-Motion or V.Smile Software
• Discovery Kids Games

Other Deals:

• Starburst Jellybeans 14oz $1.39. Buy 2 & use $1/2 MFG (RP 3/1/09). $1.39x2=$2.78-1=$1.78/2=$.89/1.
• M&Ms Speckled Eggs 10.9oz $2.30. Buy 2 & use $1/2 MFG (RP 3/1/09). $2.30x2=$4.60-1=$3.60/2=$1.80/1.

5 FREE Items at Walmart This Week (3/29/09-4/4/09)

• Nabisco Ritz Crackers 16oz $2.50. Buy 2 & use $2/2 MFG (SS 1/25/09). $2.50x2=$5-2=$3/2=$1.50/1. (NOTE: MFG expires 3/31/09)
• Pringles Chips $1. Buy 2 & use $1/2 MFG (P&G 3/15/09). $1x2=$2-1=$1/2=$.50/1.
• Secret Deodorant 1.6oz $1.74. Use $1/1 MFG (P&G 3/15/09). $1.74-1=$.74.
• Visine AC Eye Drops .5oz $3.62. Use $3/1 MFG (RP 3/15/09). $3.62-3=$.62.
• Wish Bone Bountifuls Dressing 9.5oz $1.88. Use $1/1 MFG (RP 3/15/09). $1.88-1=$.88.
• Glade Scented Oil Candle Holder $4.77. Buy 2 & use B1G1 MFG (SS 3/15/09). $4.77/2=$2.39/1.
• Glade Spray 9oz $.86. Buy 2 & use B1G1 MFG (SS 3/15/09). $.86/2=$.43/1.
• Johnson & Johnson Band-Aids 60ct $1.77. Use $1/1 MFG (Johnson Mailer or SS 2/8/09). $1.77-1=$.77.
• Lysol Neutra Air Spray 10oz $2.82.
• Nabisco Wheat Thins Artisan Cheese Crackers 8oz $2.98. Buy 3 & use B1G1 MFG (SS 3/15/09) & $2/2 MFG (SS 1/25/09) (NOTE: MFG expires 3/31/09). $2.98x3=$8.94-2.98-2=$3.96/3=$1.32/1. (NOTE: Without the $2/2 MFG it would be $1.49/box if you buy 2.)
• Reach Floss 55yds $1. Buy 3 & use $3/3 MFG (SS 3/15/09) or (3) $1/1 MFG (RP 2/8/09). All 3 for FREE after MFG!
• Reynolds Oven Bags 2ct $1.98. Use $.50/1 MFG (SS 3/15/09). $1.98-.50=$1.48.
• Wrigley's Gum 1ct $.96. Use FREE MFG (SS 3/15/09). FREE after MFG!
• Mega T Green Tea 30ct $4. Use $2/1 MFG (RP 3/29/09). $4-2=$2.
• Suave Deodorant 1.4oz $.94. Use $.50/1 MFG (RP 3/29/09). $.94-.50=$.44.
• Suave Hair Care 15oz $.93. Buy 2 & use $.50/2 MFG (RP 1/11/09 or 3/29/09). $.93x2=$1.86-.50=$1.36/2=$.68/1.
• Fantastik All Purpose Cleaner 32oz $2. Use $1/1 MFG (Ready, Set, Grow Magazine or SS 3/29/09). $2-1=$1.
• Halls Cough Drops 30ct $1.18. Buy 2 & use B1G1 MFG (Kmart Tearoff) & $1/1 MFG (SS 3/29/09). $1.18-1=$.18/2=$.09/1.
• Kraft Salad Dressing 16oz $1.58. Use $1.50/1 MFG (SS 3/29/09). $1.58-1.50=$.08.
• No Nonsense Pantyhose $1. Use $1/1 MFG (SS 3/29/09). FREE after MFG!
• Oust Surface Disinfectant & Air Sanitizer 10oz $2.50. Buy 2 & use B1G1 MFG (SS 2/8/09) & $2/1 MFG (Dr. Office Tearoff or SS 3/29/09). $2.50-2=$.50/2=$.25/1.
• Splenda No Calorie Sweetener 50ct $2.44. Buy 2 & use $3/2 MFG (All You-4/17/09). $2.44x2=$4.88-3=$1.88/2=$.94/1.

3 FREE Items at Target (3/29/09-4/4/09)

• Elmo Live! $29.99.
• Step2 Wagon for 2 Plus $49.
• Crayola Beginnings TaDoodles 3ct $5. Use $1/1 MFG (Pop-Tart Box). $5-1=$4.
• Reese's Peanut Butter Minis 18.5oz Big Bag $3.49. Buy 2 & use $2/2 MFG (SS 1/25/09). $3.49x2=$6.98-2=$4.98/2=$2.50/1. (NOTE: MFG expires 3/31/09!)
• Kellogg's Nutri-Grain Bars 8ct $2.50. Buy 2 & use $1/2 printable TC. $2.50x2=$5-1=$4/2=$2/1.
• Kellogg's Special K Bars 6ct $2.50. Use $.70/1 MFG (RP 2/22/09). $2.50-.70=$1.80.
• Kellogg's Rice Krispies Treats $2. Buy 2 & use $1/2 MFG (RP 3/15/09). $2x2=$4-1=$3/2=$1.50/1.
• Land O Lakes Butter Quarters 1lb $2. Use $.50/1 MFG (SS 3/29/09). $2-.50=$1.50.
• Activia or DanActive Yogurt 4ct 2/$4. Use (2) $1/1 MFG (SS 1/11/09). $4-2=$2/2=$1/1.
• Pepsi Products 12ct Cans 5/$15. Get $5 TGC. $15-5=$10/5=$2/1!
• Huggies Jumbo Pack Diapers $9.99. Use $5/1 printed MFG (if you were able to print them). $9.99=5=$4.99.
• M&M Bagged Candy $2.33. Buy 4 & use $1.50/3 TC (RP 3/15/09) & (2) $1/2 MFG (RP 3/1/09). $2.33x4=$9.32-1.50-2=$5.82/4=$1.46/1.
• Pepperidge Farms 100 Calorie Right Bites 6ct $1.66. Use $.75/1 printable TC. $1.66-.75=$.91.
• Angel Soft Double Roll Bath Tissue 12ct $5.69. Use $.50/1 MFG (RP 2/22/09). $5.69-.50=$5.19. This makes it $.43/roll!
• Cheetos Individual Bags $1.30. Use $1/1 printable TC. $1.30-1=$.30.
• Pop-Secret Microwave Popcorn $1.50. Use $1/1 printable TC. $1.50-1=$.50.
• Artisan Mini Loaf $.99. Use $1/1 printable TC. FREE after TC!
• Renu Multiplus Contact Solution Trial Size $.99. Use $1/1 printable MFG. FREE after MFG! (Thanks Crystal!)
• Pledge Aerosol Furniture Polish or Multi-Surface Product $2.75. Use $1/1 printable TC & $2/1 printable MFG. $2.75-1-2=$+.25 after TC & MFG! (Thanks Crystal!)

Kmart Deals for March 29-April 4

• Gillette Hair Care 2/$8. Use (2) $2/1 MFG (P&G 3/1/09). $8-4=$4/2=$2/1.
• Pepsi 12ct Cans B3G1 3/$9. $9/4=$2.25/1.
• Nature Made Vitamins or Supplements B1G1. Use (2) $1/1 MFG (All You-2/20/09, SS 1/4/09, 2/1/09 or 3/1/09). Final price depends on what you pick out.
• Nature's Bounty Vitamins or Supplements B1G1. Use (2) $1/1 MFG (Nature's Bounty Sample, RP 3/1/09, printable, printable or printable). Final price depends on what you pick out.
• Starburst Jellybeans Easter Candy 13-18oz 2/$3. Use $1/2 MFG (RP 3/1/09). $3-1=$2/2=$1/1.
• Reese's Easter Candy 2/$5. Use $2/2 MFG (SS 1/25/09). $5-2=$3/2=$1.50/1. (NOTE: MFG expires 3/31/09!)
• Kellogg's Cereals 11.4-18oz 4/$11 or $2.75 each. Use $1/1 MFG (RP 2/22/09). $2.75-1=$1.75. (NOTE: MFG expires 3/31/09!)
• Kellogg's Pop-Tarts 4/$10 or $2.50 each. Buy 2 & use $1/2 MFG (RP 2/22/09). $2.50x2=$5-1=$4/2=$2/1.

26 FREE Items at Walgreens (3/29/09-4/4/09)

• Red Baron Pizza 12" 2/$5. Use $1/2 MFG (SS 1/11/09). $5-1=$4/2=$2/1.
• Stouffer's Lasagna 2/$5. Use (2) $1/1 MFG (All You-3/20/09 or 4/17/09). $5-2=$3/2=$1.50/1.
• Gorton's Shrimp Bowl 10.5oz 2/$5. Use (2) $1/1 MFG (All You-3/20/09). $5-2=$3/2=$1.50/1.
• Buy 16 or 20oz Coke, get FREE Hershey's Candy Bar. Use B1G1 MFG (SS 1/25/09). You will then get 2 FREE Candy Bars! (NOTE: MFG expires 3/31/09!)
• South Beach Living Bars 5ct 2/$6. Use (2) $1/1 MFG (SS 2/8/09). $6-2=$4/2=$2/1. (NOTE: MFG expires 3/31/09!)
• Kraft Mayo or Miracle Whip 32oz $2.99. Buy 2 & use $1/2 MFG (SS 3/29/09). $2.99x2=$5.98-1=$4.98/2=$2.49/1.
• Bumble Bee Sardines in Oil 3.75oz or Chunk Light Tuna in H2O 6oz $.79 w/ WC in ad or printable.
• Pringles 5.71-6.42oz 2/$3 w/ WC in ad or printable. Use $1/2 MFG (P&G 3/15/09). $3-1=$2/2=$1/1.
• Glaceau Vitamin Water 20oz 3/$3 w/ WC in ad or printable. Buy 6 & use $1/2 ESC pg.4 (will take off $3). $6-3=$3/6=$.50/1.
• L'Oreal Excellence Creme Hair Color $7.99. Use $2/1 ESC pg.10 & $2/1 MFG (RP 3/29/09). $7.99-2-2=$3.99.
• Dawn Dish Detergent 10.3oz $.99 w/ WC in ad or printable. Use $.50/1 MFG (Home Made Simple Coupon Booklet). $.99-.50=$.49. (NOTE: MFG expires 3/31/09!)
• M&M's Easter Candies 2/$5. Use $1/2 ESC pg.2 & (2) $1/1 MFG (2/1/09). $5-1=$4/2=$2/1. (NOTE: MFG expires 3/31/09!)
• Cottonelle 4ct Double Roll Bathroom Tissue or Fresh Wipes Refill 84ct 2/$5 w/ WC in ad or printable. Use (2) $.50/1 MFG (SS 3/29/09 or printable) $5-1=$4/2=$2/1. This makes it $.50/roll.
• Scott 4ct Bathroom Tissue 2/$5 w/ WC in ad or printable. Use (2) $.75/1 MFG (SS 3/29/09). $5-1.50=$3.50/2=$1.75/1. This makes it $.44/roll!
• Cascade Action Pacs 15ct $3.99. Use $1/1 MFG (P&G 2/8/09 or Home Made Simple Coupon Booklet). $3.99-1=$2.99. (NOTE: MFG expires 3/31/09)
• Clorox Liquid Bleach 60oz 2/$3 w/ WC in ad or printable. Use (2) $.75/1 MFG (RP 1/25/09). $3-1.50=$1.50/2=$.75/1.
• Vanity Fair Napkins 40 or 100ct B1G1 $2.99 w/ WC in ad or printable. Use (2) $.50/1 MFG (RP 3/29/09). $2.99-1=$1.99/2=$1/1.
• Reynold's Wrap Foil $.89 w/ WC in ad or printable. Use $1/1 MFG (SS 2/8/09). $.89-1=$+.11 after MFG! (NOTE: MFG expires 3/31/09!)
• No Nonsense Pantyhose B1G1 $2.49. Use (2) $1/1 MFG (SS 3/29/09). $2.49-2=$.49/2=$.25/1.
• Bic Disposable Razors Soleil or Comfort3 4ct $4.99. Use $1/1 ESC pg.9 & $2/1 MFG (SS 3/15/09). $4.99-1-2=$1.99.
• Colgate Toothpaste B1G1 $2.99. Use (2) $1.50/1 MFG (All You-3/20/09). $2.99-3=FREE after MFG!
• Dove Antiperspirant/Deodorant 2/$5. Use (2) $1.25/1 MFG (RP 3/15/09). $5-2.50=$2.50/2=$1.25/1.
• Aquafresh Toothpaste 5.6 or 6oz $1.99. Use $1/1 printable MFG. Get $1.99 MIR (Kmart Tearoff). $+1 after MFG & MIR!
• Bayer Pain Relief 24ct Tablets, 32ct Low Dose or 36ct Children's $1.99. Use $1/1 MFG (RP 2/1/09 or SS 3/22/09) (NOTE: MFG expires 3/31/09!) $1.99-1=$.99.
• Nature's Bounty B1G1 $3.59 & Up. Use $1/1 MFG (Nature's Bounty Sample, RP 3/1/09 or printable or here or here) There are some $1.25/1 MFG from Walgreen's Catalinas if you purchased any vitamins recently to make the deal even sweeter! $3.59-2=$1.59/2=$.80/1.
• SoyJoy Bars 2/$1. Buy 10 & use $3/10 MFG (SS 1/4/09) (NOTE: MFG expires 3/31/09) & (5) B1G1 MFG (SS 2/22/09). $1x5=$5-3-2.50=$+.50/10!
• Halls Cough Drops 25 or 30ct $1.39 w/ WC in ad or printable. Buy 2 & use B1G1 MFG (Kmart Tearoff) & $1/1 MFG (SS 3/29/09). $1.39-1=$.39/2=$.20/1.
• FreeStyle Lite or Freedom Lite Blood Glucose Monitor $9.99. Use $9.99/1 MFG (SS 1/4/09). Get $9.99 MIR. (NOTE: Be sure to purchase other items in this transaction or you will not receive the MIR!) $+9.99 after MFG & MIR!
• Angel Soft Bathroom Tissue 12 Double Rolls $5.49. Use $.50/1 MFG (RP 2/22/09). $5.49-.50=$4.99. This makes it $.42/roll!
• Glade Soy Candles $5.99. Use $2/1 ESC pg.21 & $4/1 printable MFG. (NOTE: These coupons are no longer available. If you printed them already, you are lucky and get some FREE candles!) $5.99-2-4=FREE after ESC & MFG! (Thanks Crystal!)

RR Deals:

• Buy 2 Quaker Chewy Granola Bars or Life Cereal 2/$5. Use (2) $1/1 MFG (RP 2/8/09 or 3/1/09 or printable). Get $2 RR. $5-2-2=$1/2=$.50/1. OR Buy 2 Cap'n Crunch Cereal 2/$5. Use $1/2 or (2) $.50/1 MFG (RP 1/4/09). Get $2 RR. $5-2-2=$1/2=$.50/1. (NOTE: MFG expires 3/31/09!)
• Pepsi Products 4/$12 & get $3 RR. $12-3=$9/4=$2.25/1.
• Listerine 1L Advanced, Natural Citrus or Tooth Defense or Vibrant Whitening Rinse Mouthwash 2/$11. Use (2) $2/1 MFG (Walgreens Catalina, RP 2/8/09, or SS 3/15/09). Get $5.50 RR. $11-4-5.50=$1.50/2=$.75/1.
• ChapStick 100% Naturals or True Shimmer Lip Balm or Butter .15oz $1.99. Get $1.99 RR. FREE after RR!
• Stomach Medication B$30G$10RR or B$20G$5RR. Maalox Liquid 12oz or 90ct Dissolve Tabs $5. Buy 6 & use $1/1 WC (Walgreens Activity/Coloring Book which will take off $6) & (3) $3/2 or (6) $1.50/1 MFG (SS 2/22/09). Get $10 RR. $30-6-9-10=$5/6=$.83/1.
• Kotex Feminine Care 18ct Security Tampons, 48 or 64ct Lightdays Pantiliners or 14-24ct Maxi Pads 2/$6. Use (2) $1/1 MFG (SS 2/22/09). Get $1 RR. $6-2-1=$3/2=$1.50/1.
• Skintimates or Edge Shave Gel $1.79 Clearance. Get $3 RR. $+1.21 after RR! (Thanks Mercedes!) (NOTE: If your store doesn't have the clearance ones left, buy the ones for $3.59 (Edge) or $2.99 (Skintimates) and receive them FREE after RR!) (Thanks Stephanie!)

FREE After ESR This Month:

• Printer Cartridge Refill $7.50. Get $7.50 MIR #28. FREE after MIR.
• Physicians Formula Organic Wear Makeup. Buy $10 worth & get $10 ESR #6. Best Deal: Buy Physicians Formula Organic Wear 100% Natural Origin Tinted Moisturizer $12.99. Use $1/1 MFG (SS 2/22/09 or 3/22/09). Get $10 ESR. $12.99-1-10=$1.99. (NOTE: If you wait, the product may go on sale to get it for FREE!)
• One A Day Women’s 20 or Energy Advantage 20 Multivitamin Drink Mix, 2 Pack $1.49. Use $1/1 MFG (SS 3/22/09). Get $1.49 ESR #1. $+1 after MFG & ESR!
• Wal-itin Allergy Relief 30ct Tablets $6.99. Get $6.99 ESR #10. FREE after ESR!
• Mentos Gum 2/$2. Use (2) $1/1 MFG (SS 3/1/09). FREE after MFG! (Thanks Mercedes!)

FREE Movie Monday!

Today's FREE Redbox Movie code:
89ZQJ3
Remember, you can use this code once per card you have. As long as you return the movie(s) by 9pm tomorrow, you will not pay a cent!

First time renting from Redbox? If so use this code before the one listed above:
DVDONME
You can use this code for your first rental per card you have.

Another great code that can be used once per card you have:
BREAKROOM
Once each of these codes are used per card, they will no longer work. Happy renting!

"Going Green As a Family" Blog Carnival!!!

For the month of April, I am hosting a blog carnival to focus on "Going Green as a Family". Not only does going green help our environment but it also helps us save money. Our environment could definitely use some eco-friendly help as well as some economic. If we each take small steps to improve our way of life, our children and their children will reap the benefits!

If you have a post that relates to "Going Green as a Family" or if you are hosting a giveaway pertaining to this topic, please post it in the Mr. Linky below and share with everyone. I will do the same as I post information and giveaways throughout the month. Be sure to save this link in your favorites and come back here through April for great tips and giveaways!

Mission Possible Mondays & Giveaway!!!

DID YOU ACCEPT THE MISSION?

Last week's MISSION was to complete a book that you have started and put off finishing. Sometimes we get so busy that we forget the importance of finishing a task and of reading. Both are important to exercise our brains properly.

MY MISSION COMPLETE!

The book that had been on my list to read for quite some time was Mentor The Kid & The CEO. This book turned out to be an excellent book. It was very easy to read and kept me engaged. I didn't want to put it down! The more I read, the more interesting it became. It is the type of book that makes you think and allows you to easily relate the situations to your own life. I have found that if I can relate the books I read to my life, I have a better understanding of them.

If you are struggling financially or know anyone who might be, I would suggest getting this book. It is very inspirational as well as demonstrating how to be successful. Have you ever felt like you could not do any better than you are right now? I have felt that way in the past. This book will really encourage you. It would also be an excellent book for older children and teenagers to read. Why not teach them the value of money, hard work and commitment before they are on their own.

The author of this book Tom Pace, build a successful business from the ground up called PaceButler Corporation. He now also mentors others from all walks of life. He has also founded a website for mentoring help called Mentor Hope. Be sure to visit the website to enter a $1000 cash sweepstakes, check out the book and get a FREE Mentoring Sheet.

The author has also graciously given me a copy of the book to giveaway to my readers! To enter the giveaway simply fill out the form below. The giveaway will end 4/13/09!

HERE IS YOUR MISSION SHOULD YOU CHOOSE TO ACCEPT IT!

Make some change in your home to help the environment. Make a "GREEN" change!

WHEN, WHERE, WHY?

Whenever you notice something that you can improve for the environment. Make this change in your home whether it be as little as switching a regular bulb to an energy saving one or as big as installing solar panels! It is very important for us to all take steps to make where we live better for us and our family. We have to remember that what we do now affects how our children and their children live. What type of environment do you want your children living in? Help make it better for them one step at a time!

REPORT A MISSION COMPLETE!

Whenever you complete your mission (3/30/09-4/6/09).

1. Grab my MISSION Possible Mondays button from the left side bar.
2. Post on your blog about the MISSION and how you completed it.
3. Come back here and enter your post URL into the Mister Linky below. (If you don't have a blog, please leave a comment here with how you completed the MISSION!)

Next Monday, I will report on how I completed the MISSION and will then post a new one.
Do you have a MISSION idea? Email me and yours may be featured!

Pillsbury Bake-Off Contest

Do you create new recipes for your family? If so, this talent could earn you $1,000,000! Pillsbury is looking for original recipes that are delicious, new and easy. I myself do not have a talent for inventing new recipes but I thought maybe some of you, my readers, just might!

Last year, a fellow blogger, Carolyn Gurtz won the $1,000,000 grand prize with her recipe for Double-Delight Peanut Butter Cookies. They just sound yummy don't they?! Click here for a video of Carolyn Gurtz.

Besides the $1,000,000 grand prize, 100 finalists will be chosen to go to the finals on April 11-13, 2010. They will be put up in the Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek Hotel and Waldolf-Astoria Orlando in Florida. There are 4 recipe categories: Breakfast/Brunch, Entertaining Appetizers, Dinner Made Easy, or Sweet Treats. Choose your category and enter to win!

Enteries are being accepted online until 4/20/09. Click here for contest details and to enter to win!

Healthy Smoothie in Time for Spring

A friend of mine emailed me about this awesome smoothie recipe from Smuckers for Peanut Berry Blast Smoothies! Click here for a link to the original recipe. I am really excited to try this recipe. Have you tried it? Leave a comment here and let me know what you thought about it or if you changed it to make it even more delicious!

Inside Look: General Mills Kitchen

Ever wondered what went on at Betty Crocker to bring about the awesome products that we see at the stores? Well now they are offering an inside look. Click here to view the video of the Betty Crocker Kitchen.

Family Christian Stores Deals

Every month Family Christian Stores offers a book or DVD for $5. This month's book is Surviving Financial Meltdown. If you are or know someone who is struggling with financial issues, this may be a great investment.

They are also offering Hermie & Friends: Flo The Lyin' Fly DVD for $7.49. If you have purchased a Hermie movie in the past, check the pamphlets on the inside for coupons. I received a whole sheet of coupons including a $2/1 Hermie & Friends movie. That means I can get this movie for $5.49!

These deals and others are available through 4/23/09!