Super Savings Saturday, 82% Savings

I've been falling off the coupon-ing wagon again lately.

Between work, my family, and my pregnancy (not in that order of priority)--couponing does not make it into the schedule.

I had a (small) burst of energy this week, and decided to get some coupons together and make the trip to Walgreens. It was totally worth it--I saved 82%!

Here is what I scored:
4 St Ives Body Washes
1 Right Guard Deodorant
4 Packages of Diapers
6 John Frieda Shampoos and Conditioners
2 Carmex
3 Reusable Walgreens Totes

Estimated Retail Value: 120.00
Total paid OOP after coupons: 19.00
Savings: about 82%

I had a very patient cashier in the cosmetics area (they always seem to be more friendly in that department) that let me complete several transactions, and roll the Register Rewards I was earning.

I also made a stop at another Walgreens and purchased 2 Shick Titanium Razors (9.49, on sale buy 1 get 1 free), used 2 4.00 off coupons, and got both for 1.50!

If you have time to stop at Walgreens today, I highly suggest it.

You can find more Walgreens deals here @ Hip2Save:
http://hip2save.blogspot.com/2009/06/walgreens-deals-614-620.html

And get the scoop for the sales starting tomorrow here:
http://hip2save.blogspot.com/2009/06/walgreens-deals-621-627.html

Free Photos

Crystal at Money Saving Mom (www.moneysavingmom.com) has a great post about how to score some free photos.



Check out the details here: http://www.moneysavingmom.com/money_saving_mom/2009/06/new-members-offer---get-25-free-4x6-prints-when-you-join-shutterfly-limited-time-offer.html



I'm planning to take advantage of the CVS photo deal and print out some pictures of baby Koala.

Wordless Wednesday, Baby Belly

Baby Belly, or

"Beebee" Belly as my 17 month old son would say....

less than eight more weeks until he meets his baby sister!

Join in on the Wordless Wednesday fun @ www.5minutesformom.com and www.3kidsandus.com!

Menu Plan Monday and my 1st Toddler Bento

I'm an aspiring Bento maker--anyone with experience out there?



I'd love to hear hints, tips, and see your creative pictures!


Above is a picture of my first attempt (sorry for the upside down shot). It consisted of cucumbers, strawberries, green pepper strips, sausage links, garbanzo beans with tomatoes, and yogurt parfait. The strawberries, pepper strips and cucumbers made up a smiley face.

The strawberries were a hit--the green pepper strips, not so much!

The plan for dinner this week:

• Egg rolls, fried rice, homemade egg drop soup
• Baked Fish, Edamame
• Breakfast for dinner--Sausage, Eggs, Waffles, Fruit
• Turkey Meat Mini Meatloaves, Green Beans
• Beans, Rice, Tortillas
• Salad and Soup--not sure what type of soup. Any summer soup recommendations?

For some great menu ideas, head on over to http://www.orgjunkie.com/!

Wordless Wednesday, Perfect

Memorial Day 2009

A perfect day at the beach.

Wordless Wednesday, Laughter

I didn't used to like my face when I laughed...it's all scrunched up.

My son has taught me to like it--

laughter=joy, laughter=family, laughter=love.

Thanks to my hubby for capturing this moment of joy--this moment of motherhood.

Happy Wordless Wednesday!

For more WW--head on over to www.5minutesformom.com , www.3kidsandus.com, and www.keeperofthecheerios.com.

Walgreens Inexpensive Hair Dryer and Clearance

Walgreens has the above hair dryer on sale for 12.99! To sweeten the deal, you'll earn 10.00 in Register Rewards for your next purchase. Just remember: Register Rewards can't be rolled for the same item--so you can't use your earned 10.00 to purchase a 2nd hair dryer.

I found this great deal through Common Sense With Money--thanks, Mercedes!
http://www.commonsensewithmoney.com/2009/06/hot-deals-at-walgreens-revlon-hair-dryer-and-more/

I was able to find 2 of these today! These would make a nice gift for some girl graduates in your life heading out to college.

I rolled the Register Rewards for needed items around here--diapers and wipes!

I was seeking some of the clearanced deals, but neither in my area had any of the Angel Soft, Pull Ups, or Bounty left. Check out Coupon College the list of what you might find at your store--happy hunting!

http://couponcollege.blogspot.com/2009/06/additional-walgreens-deals-and.html

Menu Plan Monday, Trying for a Healthier Week

We are aiming for a healthier week of dinners, here's the plan:

Steamed Ginger Fish w/Rice and Edamame

Angel Hair Pasta w/Garlic, Basil, and Tomato

Chicken w/Saffron Rice and Black Beans

Ground Turkey Spaghetti

Beans and Rice

Mini Mealoaves (with ground turkey) w/green beans and cornbread using the recipe here: http://savingandgiving.blogspot.com/2009/05/menu-plan-monday-week-of-525.html

Check out more menu plans at www.orgjunkie.com!