Just Because...

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Brandon Heath is one of my favorite artists. I hope you will find some time to listen to his music. Here is one song I could play on repeat all day long...

Let me know what you think!

Social Parade 10/8

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Free Halloween Photo Collage at Sears!

Are your kids living in their costumes yet?
If so,take them to this great freebie...

Sears is offering a FREE Halloween Portrait Collage
now through 10/31.

Go HERE to print your coupon!
No session fee, and No purchase Necessary!

Thanks, Savvy Spending & Couponing for 4!

Free Gluten Free Cookbook!

Go HERE to download a free eCookbook from Jules Gluten Free.

Use Coupon Code: thanks10 at checkout.

Thanks, Money Saving Mom!

Free Photo Book Is Back!

This has been extended through Saturday, 10/9!

I'll give my disclaimer...
I made one of these the last go around. The longest part for me was gathering my pictures, and deciding how I wanted the page to look. I think the 1.99 shipping is well worth it. I surprised my mom with the book I made, and she loved it!

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Through Wednesday Oct. 6th, Walgreen's is giving away
a FREE customizable photo book.

One per person.
Shipping and handling may apply.

Use Code: FOREVER at checkout.

Go HERE to make yours!

Free Zone Perfect Bar!

Go HERE to register for a coupon
for a FREE
Zone Perfect Cookie Dough Nutrition Bar!

Limited to the first 40,000 - so hurry!

Thanks, Coupon Katarina!

Halloween McDonald's Coupon Book, $1!

Carie scored a great deal on these
McDonald's Halloween Booklets.

For $1.00 she was able to pick up a booklet containing:
(3) FREE Apple Dipper Coupons
(3) FREE Small Cone Coupons
(3) FREE Small Apple Juice or Milk Jug Coupons
(3) FREE Hamburger Coupons

They are valid 11/1/10-12/31/10.
Redeemable for children 12 & Under.

*Price of booklet may vary in your area.

Thanks, Carie!

Free Girl's Toy Set

Toys R' Us still has
Strawberry Shortcake Toy Sets
for $9.99 each.

Use the coupon from 9/26 SS for $10 off, and get the set FREE!

FREE Christmas Gift!

Thanks, The Thrify Mama!

$16 Jackets at Old Navy, Saturday 10/9

Saturday, 10/9, Old Navy is hosting another 1 Day Wonder.

Adult Frost Free & Kids Fleece Jackets will be $16
(Reg. $30-$50)

Call ahead to be sure your location is participating.
And, arrive early for the best color & size selection.

You can go HERE to get a coupon from Barker's Bones.

Thanks, My Frugal Adventures!

Burt's Bees Grab Bags Are Back!

NO LONGER AVAILABLE!

Do I have any Burt's Bees lovers out there?
This Grab Bag offer is GREAT!

For a limited time only...
You can pick up a Grab Bag for only $20.
(Reg. $50)

What's included?
You'll receive more than 15 Burt's Bees items.
Including their polka dot cosmetics bag, 4 full-size products, and more!

You can look through the reviews for more info,
and go HERE to view a picture of a grab bag for the last time around.

Go HERE to get yours.
They don't last long!

Thanks, The Thrifty Mama!

Dillons/Kroger Affiliates 10/6-10/12

(The sale items should be accurate for other Kroger affiliate stores,
but the prices may vary. Best to check your local ad)

Manufacturer Coupons .01-.49 will double in value.
& Coupons .50-.99 off will round up to $1.00
Examples: .25/1 tube of toothpaste = .50/1 tube of toothpaste
.75/1 shampoo = $1.00/1 shampoo
(eCoupons do not double)

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Dillons latest promo is Buy 10 items, Get $5 off Instantly at Checkout.
The cost below reflects the price after the .50 discount on the item.
You can Mix & Match these items.

Kraft Philadelphia Cream Cheese .88
-$5/5 from HERE
Final Cost: FREE

Jell-O Pudding or Gelatin Refrigerated $1.99
-.60/1 from 9/19
Final Cost: .99

Planters Peanuts $1.99
-$1.00/2 from 9/26 SS
Final Cost: $1.49 each wyb 2

Kellogg's Fruit Snacks $1.49
-$1.00/2 from 8/29 RP
Final Cost: .99 each wyb 2

Totinos $2.79
-$1.00/2 from 9/12 GM
-.40/2 Dillons eCoupon from HERE
Final Cost: $2.09 each wyb 2

Pillsbury Savorings $2.79
-$1/1 from HERE or 10/3 GM
-$1.00/2 Dillons eCoupon from HERE
Final Cost: $1.29

Kraft Dressing $1.69
-$1.00/1 from HERE
Final Cost: .69
(If light, or fat-free varieties are included)

Nestle Cookie Dough $1.99
-$1.00/1 from 10/3 RP
Final Cost: .99

Lean Cuisine $1.70
-$1.00/2 from 9/12 RP
(If Market Creations are included)
Final Cost: $1.20 each wyb 2

Stouffer's Family Size $4.99
-$1.00/1 from 9/26 RP
Final Cost: $3.99

DiGiorno Pizza $3.99
-$1.00/1 from 9/12 RP
Final Cost: $2.99

California Pizza Kitchen Pizza $3.99
-$1.00/1 from 9/26 SS
Final Cost: $2.99

Wheat Thins $1.99
-$1.00/1 from HERE or 9/19 SS
Final Cost: .99
(if Stix are included)

Oreos $2.19
-$1.00/2 from 9/26 SS
-$1.00/2 Dillons eCoupon from HERE
Final Cost: $1.19 each wyb 2

Kraft Miracle Whip $2.49
-$1.00/1 from HERE
-.75/1 Dillons eCoupon from HERE
Final Cost: .74

Kraft Singles $2.49
-$5/5 from HERE
Final Cost: $1.49 each wyb 5

Green Giant Valley Fresh Steamers $1.49
-.50/1 from HERE
Final Cost: .49

Crystal Light $2.49
-$1.00/1 from HERE
Final Cost: $1.49

Odwalla Juice $2.79
-.55/1 coupons around bottle neck
Final Cost: $1.79

Coffee-mate Creamer $1.39
-.75/1 from HERE
Final Cost: .39

Starbucks Coffee $7.49
-$1.50/1 from 9/12 SS
(if natural fusion is included)
Final Cost: $5.99

Planters Nut Bars $1.49
-$1.00/1 from HERE
-$1.00/2 Dillons eCoupon from HERE
Final Cost: FREE

Kraft Mac & Cheese .79

Kraft Easy Mac Cups .49
-$1.00/4 Dillons eCoupon from HERE
Final Cost: .24

Boca $2.49
-$1.00/1 from HERE

Final Cost: $1.49

Wordless Wednesday 10/6

Blog Hop Skip & Jump Wednesday 10/6

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Kroger 10/4-10/10

Okay, I'm going to be honest...
The Kroger ad is very lengthy this week due to new Kick Off To Savings event. If you are a Kroger follower, I would recommend that you hop over HERE to view this week's match ups. Coupon Katarina has a great in-depth list for you. I am sure I will have some additions when I post the Dillon's matchups on Wednesday.

Thanks for your understanding!

New! Kroger Instant Win Game!

Kroger released a new instant win game!
You can play once a day through the end of October!

2 prizes per participant.

These stores are participating in the game:
Bakers Plus
City Market
Dillons
Fred Meyer
Frys Food
Gerbes
Hilander
JayC Foods
King Soopers
Kroger
Owens Market
Pay-Less
QFC
Ralphs
Smiths

Go HERE to find the link specific to your store.

Coldwater Creek Scarf $3.74

Looking for cheap Christmas gifts?

Coldwater Creek is offering 25% off + FREE shipping on any order.
This pleated scarf HERE will ship for $3.74
when you use the coupon code.

Use Code: WHH4809 at checkout
Offer Valid Thru 10/9/10

Go HERE to shop!

Thanks, Hip2Save!

Hurry! Free Advil!

Go HERE to get a FREE bottle of Advil.
Hurry, its only open to the first 500,000 people!

Thanks, For the Mommas!

Meet Me Monday 10/4

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Satisfying Sunday 10/3

Over the last 6 months, my left ear has felt stuffy. I've had it looked at, and it has always been clear. In the last few months, I noticed my left jaw popping in and out while I was chewing. I visited my dentist, and was told I needed to see a specialist. 3 hours, and $547 later, my consultation was complete. Boy did I learn a lot! I've been diagnosed with Self-Reducing Type 3 joint damage. In simple terms this means that my discs on both sides of my jaw pop in and out of place. Not only that, but I have permanently altered the normal shape of of my lower jaw bones.

So, you may be thinking...how did I end up with all of this? Well, apparently I have been grinding my teeth for many, many years. In fact, my diagnosis report states that my teeth have the wear of an 80 yr-old patient! How crazy is that? Unfortunately, the reason why I haven't sought treatment sooner is because I grind while I'm sleeping! I know all of this doesn't sound very satisfying, but it is for several reasons. First, I have answers. I now have confirmation that something really is wrong with my jaw. Second, I have faith in this doctor. I know he can't make me 100% better, but he believes he can make me as close to 100% as he is able due to the permanent damage.

Now, here is the real kicker of my Satisfying Sunday post...Phase 1 of treatment is going to take approximately 6 months of time, and comes with a hefty price tag of $2500. Mind you, the $2500 is not covered my insurance. Normally, I would be overly worrying about how I'm going to handle this unexpected hefty expense. But, I reached deep inside my heart on this, and I know everything is going to be okay. This treatment is not something I can put off any longer, and I know I'm going to feel SO much better when everything is done. How do I know everything is going to be okay? First, I learned early on the importance of an emergency fund. Second, Mr. Frugal told me we would be FINE, and now to worry. And third, I have a very generous mother who has agreed to help me out during this Phase. I'll keep you all posted on my progress. All in all, I'm satisfied with my decision to move forward with my treatment instead of sitting on the fence worrying about money. It's going to be an intense treatment, but I am sure it will be well worth it.

What is satisfying you in your life right now?

My Walgreens Run 10/3

Before Coupons: $14.09
After Coupons: $3.09

2 V8 Fusions @ $3.00 each = $6.00
1 Schick Hydro5 Razor @ $7.99
1 Laffy Taffy @ .10
Subtotal: $14.09
- (2) $1/1 V8 coupons from HERE
-$4.00/1 Schick coupon from 10/3 SS
Updated Subtotal: $8.09
*Get $1 Register Reward for V8
*Get $4 Register Reward for Schick
Final Cost: $3.09

*A Register Reward prints out at the register after you purchase the participating item in the ad. They are like cash, and you can use them on just about anything on your next trip to the store. There are some exceptions like: dairy, prescriptions, gift cards, postage etc. Check your RR for more exclusions. I use mine to buy toilet paper. I hate paying for toilet paper.

My Dillons Run 10/3

Before Coupons: $18.50
After Coupons: $5.30

2 Nabisco Cookie Packs @ $1.00 each
4 Bumblebee Tuna Packs $ $1.12 each
2 Pillsbury Crescent Cans @ $1.67 each
2 Pillsbury Grands @ $1.67 each
2 Pillsbury Sweet Rolls $1.67 each
2 Mentos Gums @ $1.00 each
Subtotal: $18.50
- .50/2 Nabisco from 9/26 SS
- (4) .55/1 Bumblebee from 9/12 SS
- .50/2 Crescent from HERE
-.30/2 Grands from HERE
-.40/2 Sweet Rolls from HERE
- (2) .50/1 from 10/3 SS
-.50 Crescent Dillons eCoupon from HERE
-.30 Sweet Rolls Dillons eCoupon from HERE
Updated Subtotal: $8.30
*Get $3 Catalina Coupon from Pillsbury
Final Cost: $5.30

Dillons is a Kroger Affiliate.
Sale items should be similar in your area,
but pricing may be different.

Rite Aid 10/3-10/9

My Frugal Adventures has all the best deals exclusive to Rite Aid.
See my favorites below, and visit her blog for the rest.

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If you're short on coupons, be sure to check out
Coupons & Things HERE for a great selection

Huggies $7.99
-$2/1 ad perk coupon HERE
-$2.50/1 Little Movers HERE
or $2/1 Pull Ups HERE
Final Cost: $2.99 or $3.99 per pack!

Kellogg's Cereal 5 for $10
- (2) $1.50/2 from HERE
Subtotal: $7.00
*Get $2 +Up Reward
Final Cost: $1.00 per box.

Hershey Snack Size Bagged Candy 2 for $5
-$1/1 ad perk coupon from HERE
*Get $1/2 +Up Reward
Final Cost: $1.50 each wyb 2

Nivea Lip Care $2.99
-$1/1 from 10/3 SS
Subtotal: $1.99
*Get $1.99 +Up Reward
Final Cost: FREE

Listerine $3.99
-$2/1 from 9/19 RP
Subtotal: $2.99
+Get $1.00 +Up Reward
Final Cost: .99

Werther's Candies $1.50
-$1/2 from 10/3 SS
Final Cost: 1.0o each wyb 2

Suave Body Wash 2 for $4
-$2/2 ad perk coupon HERE
Final Cost: .50 each wyb 2

Schick Razor $5.99
-$2/1 ad perk coupon HERE
-4/1 from 10/3 SS
Final Cost: FREE

Clorox Wipes 2 for $4
- (2) .40/1 from 10/3 SS
*Get $1/2 +Up Reward
Final Cost: $1.00 each wyb 2

Crest Products $2.69
-.50/1 from 9/26 PG
Subtotal: $2.19
*Get $2.69 +Up Reward
Final Cost: FREE

Thanks, My Frugal Adventures!

Target 10/3-10/9

Totally Target has all the best deals exclusive to Target.

See my favorites below, and visit her blog for the rest.

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If you're short on coupons, be sure to check out
Coupons & Things HERE for a great selection

Huggies Wipes (448-504 ct) $11.99
Buy 2 $@ 11.99 = $23.98
- (2) $2.50/1 from HERE
Subtotal: $18.98
*Get $5 Target GiftCard
Final Cost: $6.99 each wyb 2

Mott's Apple Juice or Apple Sauce $1.75
Buy 5 @ $1.75 each = $8.75
*Get $5 Target GiftCard
Final Cost: .75 each wyb 5

Oscar Mayer Lunchables $1.00

Kleenex 3 for $4
-$1/3 Target Coupon from HERE
-.50/3 Manf Coupon from 8/15 SS
Final Cost: .83 each wyb 3

Lysol Spray $1.99
-$1/1 from 9/19 SS
Final Cost: .99

Pledge Multi-Surface Starter Kit $2.84
-$1/1 Target Coupon from HERE
-$1/1 from 9/26 SS
Final Cost: .84

Ronzoni Healthy Harvest Rotini $1.13
-.55/1 from HERE
Final Cost: .58

Huggies Diapers, Jumbo Packs $8.99
-$2.50/1 from HERE
Final Cost: 6.49

Glade Tough Odor Solutions $1.99
-$1/1 Target Coupon from HERE
-$1/1 Manf Coupon from HERE
Final Cost: FREE

Shout Trigger 22oz $2.24
-$1/1 Target Coupon from HERE
-.55/1 from 9/26 SS
Final Cost: .69

Red Seedless Grapes .99 per lb.
-$1/1 Produce of $1 or More Target Coupon HERE
Final Cost: FREE

Thanks, Totally Target!

CVS 10/3-10/9

Saving & Giving has all the best deals exclusive to CVS.
See my favorites below, and visit her blog for the rest.
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If you're short on coupons, be sure to check out
Coupons & Things HERE for a great selection.

Basuch & Lomb Re-Nu $7.99
*Get $7.99 ECB (limit 1)
Final Cost: FREE

Schick Hydro Razor $8.97
-$4/1 from 10/3 SS
Subtotal: $4.97
*Get $5 ECB (limit 1)
Final Cost: FREE

Revlon Nail Polish $3.99
-$1/1 from 9/12 SS
Subtotal: $2.99
*Get $3 ECB (limit 6)
Final Cost: FREE

Bengay Cream $5.99
-$3/1 from 10/3RP
Subtotal: $2.99
*Get $2 ECB
Final Cost: .99

Colgate ProCinical Toothpaste $3.99
-$1/1 from 9/19 SS
Subtotal: $2.99
*Get $1.50 ECB (limit 2)
Final Cost: $1.49

Xtra 2x Laundry Detergent $1.99 (limit 6)

Mars or Nestle Candy Pars - Buy2Get1 Free
-B1G1 coupon from 9/26 RP
Final Cost: 3 Candy Bars for Price of 1

Campbell's Soup .50 (limit 10)
-.40/2 from 8/29 SS
Final Cost: .30 each wyb 2

Adult Robitussin To Go (2-pack) .99
-$1/1 from HERE
Final Cost: FREE

Thanks, Saving & Giving!

Walgreens 10/3-10/9

Wild for Wags has all the best deals exclusive to Walgreens.

See my favorites below, and visit her blog for the rest.

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If you're short on coupons, be sure to check out
Coupons & Things HERE for a great selection.

EOS Lip balm $3
*Get $3 Register Reward
Final Cost: FREE

Schick Hydro Razors $7.99
-$4/1 from 10/3 SS
Subtotal: $3.99
*Get $4 RR
Final Cost: FREE

Nivea Lip Care $1
-$2/2 from 10/3 RP
Final: 2 for FREE

Nabisco Pepperidge Farm Milano $.99
-$1/1 from HERE
Final Cost: FREE

True2go Blood Glucose Monitor $4.99
-Mail-In Rebate on Box
Final Cost: FREE

Combos .99
-$1/2 from 9/12 RP
Final Cost: .49 each wyb 2

Crest Toothpaste $1.99
-.50/1 from 9/26 PG
Subtotal: $1.49
*Get $1 RR
Final Cost: .49

Werther's Originals B1 @ $2.29, Get 1 Free
-$1/2 from 10/3 RP
Final Cost: .65 each wyb 2

NyQuil or DayQuil 2 for $10
-(2) $1/1 from 9/26 PG
Subtotal: $8.00
*Get $5 RR
Final Cost: $1.50 each wyb 2

Glide Floss $3.99
-$1/1 from 9/26 PG
Subtotal: $2.99
*Get $2RR
Final Cost: .99

*A Register Reward prints out at the register after you purchase the participating item in the ad. They are like cash, and you can use them on just about anything on your next trip to the store. There are some exceptions like: dairy, prescriptions, gift cards, postage etc. Check your RR for more exclusions. I use mine to buy toilet paper. I hate paying for toilet paper.

Thanks, Wild for Wags!