Time 2 Save Time 2 Give March 2010

If you have attended a workshop then you have already heard how important purposeful giving is to us.  Yes, we teach you how to save on your grocery bill for your own family, but our hope is that as you begin to save you turn your savings into the giving adventure of a lifetime.   We can truely be the hands and feet of Christ to a hurting world.   We encourage all of you to not just donate from time to time, but to look each week at the grocery and drug store match-ups and see what you can buy specifically to donate. 

Best BOGO's:
Ronzoni Pasta $1.29 (64¢)
Use 75¢/1 PRINT or $1/1 from April Parents Magazine
or $1/2 PRINT or from 1/10 SS

(makes it FREE - 14¢ ea!)

Gatorade G2 64 oz $2.50 ($1.25)
Use 50¢/1 from 1/10 RP
(makes it 25¢ ea)

Lysol Disinfectant Trigger Spray Cleaner $2.69 ($1.35)
Use 50¢/1 PRINT
(makes it 35¢ ea!)

Marie's Dressing $2.99 ($1.49)
Use $1/1 PRINT or from 1/31 SS

(makes it 49¢ ea)

Nabisco Ritz Muchables $3.09 ($1.54)
Use $1/1 from 3/14 SS

(makes it 54¢ ea!)

Nabisco Crackerfuls $3.29 ($1.64)
Use $1/1 from 1/10 SS or 1/24 SS
(makes it 64¢ ea!)

Classico Pasta Sauce $2.47 ($1.23)
Use $1/2 PRINT
Use $1.50 off Beef wyb 2 from 3/14 SS

(makes it 73¢ ea + FREE Beef!) You can donate a jar of pasta sauce and get FREE beef for yourself.

Pure Wesson Oil $3.79 ($1.89)
Use $1/1 from Conagra Home Mailer

(makes it 89¢)

Hellman's30 oz Jar $4.89 ($2.44)
Use $1/1 from Multiply Your Meals Publix Booklet
Stack WITH 50¢/1 from 3/28 RP

(makes it 44¢ ea!)

Finish Quantumatic Detergent Dispenser $6.99 (NOT BOGO)
Use $3/1 from One Stop. One Store. Publix Booklet
Stack WITH $3/1 PRINT

(makes it 99¢!)

- Thanks, IHeartPublix!

Best BOGO's

DelMonte Pineapple $1.29 (64¢)
Use $1/5 from 2/7 RP
(makes it 44¢ ea)

Post Cereals $4.55 ($2.27)
$2/1 PRINT

(makes it 27¢) 

Other Deals:
Betty Crocker Pouch Potatoes 80¢
Use 40¢/1 PRINT or PRINT or Pillsbury.com (*Register on sidebar for those)
(makes it FREE if they double)

French's Mustard $1.25 (sometimes the smaller ones in the jar are right at $1 making them FREE)
Use 50¢/1 from 3/21 SS or PRINT

(makes it 25¢ ea)

Del Monte Canned Vegetables 69¢
Use $1/4 from 2/7 RP

(makes it 44¢ ea)

- Thanks, HotCouponWorld!

Best Grocery Deals:

Snuggle $2.99

Use $3/1 from 3/28 RP

(makes it FREE!)

Muellers Pasta $1

Use 55¢/1 PRINT

(makes it 45¢ ea) Cheaper at Publix if you are deciding where to buy

Buy More ~ Save More "BEST" Deals Toilet Paper & Paper Towels

Buy 3 ~ Get 20% off, Buy 4~ Get 30% Off, Buy 5 ~ Get 50% Off

Brawny 3-Roll Pack $3.99

Use 50¢/1 from 3/14 RP

Quilted Northern 6-Double Rolls $3.99

Use 50¢/1 from 3/14 RP

Buy (5) & Use (5) Coupon = $7.50

(Makes Brawny 50¢/roll or Quilted Northern 25¢/roll)

*Then Submit for $5 Rebate wyb $20 HERE

Grocery Deals:

Post Cereal $2.50 *Save $4 Instantly wyb 4
Use $1/2 from 3/14, 2/28 SS or 75¢/1 from 2/28 SS
(makes it as low as 75¢ ea wyb 4 and use 4 coupons!)


The Stouffers Entree below isn't a non perishable donation item, but it is great to stock up on if you need to take a quick meal for someone.  It is also great to donate if it's a situation where freezing it isn't an issue.
Stouffers Family Size Entrees $3.99
Use $1/1 from April All*You or PRINT

(makes it $2.99 ea!)

- Thanks, IHeartSavingMoney!

EXTRA CARE BUCKS:
Huggies Diapers (jumbo pk) or Pull ups - 2/$17.98 with $5 ECB
Use (2) $3/1 PRINT
(makes it $3.49 each)

Crest 3D Advanced White toothpaste or Oral B Advantage Toothbrush - $2.99 with $2 ECB (Limit 1)
Use .75/1 Crest Toothpaste from 3/7 P&G or .75/1 Oral B Toothbrush from 2/7 P&G
(makes it .24 cents) 



OTHER DEALS:
Neutrogena Cosmetic Products- B1G1-50% off (starting at $3.49)
Use two $3/1 from April All*You
(makes it as low as FREE) Awesome Donation item for a battered women's shelter!!

- Thanks to PinkCouponCafe!

Best RR & Coupon Deals (ALL Week):

Dove Shampoo, Conditioner, Styler $4 ~ Get $4 RR
Use $1.50/1 from 3/28 SS or $2/1 PRINT

(makes it FREE + $2.50 Profit!)

Dentek Floss $2 ~ Get $2 RR
Use $1/1 from 1/17 SS (*Exp 3/31!)

(makes it FREE + $1 Profit!)

AirWick i-Motion $3.99
Use $4/1 from 3/7 SS
(makes it FREE)

Walgreens One-Daily Multivitamins 100 ct $3 ~ Get $3 RR

(makes it FREE!)

Buy (3) Oral B 3D White or Crest Dental Care @ $9 ~ Get $3 RR
Use BOGO Oral B from 3/7 P&G
Use 75¢/1 Oral B from 2/21 P&G
Use $1/1 Crest Rinse from 2/21 P&G

(Use all 3 coupon = 41¢ ea!)

4-Day Sale Items (3/31 - 4/3):

Speed Stick $1.99 ~ Get $1 RR
Use 75¢/1 PRINT

(makes it 24¢ ea)

Chinet Plates $1.50
Use $1/1 PRINT or PRINT

(makes it 50¢ ea!)
For an awesome money making scenario for Wags this week click HERE.

- Thanks to WildForWags & SlickDeals!

We hope that this list makes it easy for you to be a generous giver.  Especially if your life is difficult right now, and you are going through situations that are weighing you down - give it will lift your spirit and bring a renewed hope in your heart. 

 Please share with everyone what you are giving this week on our facebook fanpage.  Since it goes out to over 2,700 people you can share the blessings of Jesus all over cyberspace.  Click HERE for our facebook fan page.  Once you click to become a fan you can post on the wall, post pictures, ask others questions, share ideas, or just chat with other folks in our Time 2 $ave Community. 

We can't wait to hear how God speaks to your heart this week to sow into the lives of others!!

Home Depot - Watch Out A Girl's Night Out

Okay, you might think I am crazy but this could be a really fun girls night out.  A bunch of girls hanging out with paint brushes at a Home Improvement Store - I can already hear a good story out of this one.  I know anytime I get together with my friends to work on any kind of project (or grocery shop) we end up laughing our tails off.  I can't tell you how many times I have had to sit down in the middle of a grocery aisle because I was laughing so hard I was afraid bladder incontinence would kick in.  (for those of you who aren't a mom yet, you'll understand after childbirth)

I am being serious I think it would be fun - let us know if any of you get a group together to go.  No matter how much you enjoy couponing - a new adventure now and then makes life more interesting. I'm hoping Jaimie, Kelly, and Jen will come with me.  Click the picture for more info.
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While you are at it, sign your husband up for a  newsletter he would enjoy by clicking the Home Depot logo below.   You will get updates on promos, coupons, & unadvertised specials. 

Home Depot $10 off $100 online Code!!
Home Depot has just released a new $10 off $100 online code: DEPOT29
(Valid through 4/4/10)

Click HERE for the Home Depot Savings Newsletter !!

BOGO Velveeta Cups, Hasbro Coupons and MORE!

Go HERE to print $1/1 Tums

Go HERE to print off a BOGO Velveeta Shells & Cheese Cups coupon
*This should make 2 cups free at K-Mart Super Doubles!

Go HERE to print $1/1 Windex

Go HERE to print the following Kelloggs Coupons:
$1/1 Kelloggs Smart Start Cereal
$1/1 Kelloggs Raisin Bran Extra, Frosted Mini Wheats Little Bites, Special K Granola
$1.25/3 8-ct Kelloggs Poptarts

Go HERE to print off tons of Hasbro coupons (They have RESET!)
*Get some for only $1.99 at Toys R Us - see some ideas HERE

Go HERE to sign up for the Home Depot Garden Club and get these coupons:
* Free Lighter Fluid wyb Kingsford Briquets Twin Pack
* Save $2.00 on Clorox Pro Outdoors
* Save $5.00 on Fiskars Titanium Hand Tools
* Save $3.00 or $5.00 on Vigoro Lawn Care

- Thanks, PrintableCouponsandDeals!

Easter Crafts

If you'd like to do some Easter crafts this week, Robin from PinkCouponCafe is sharing a few cute ideas she found to get those creative juices flowing!

Sign up for *2* Free E-Books chock full of Easter Crafts - and have some fun with the kids this week!  Click the picture above to sign up. 

One Pretty Thing has a great round-up of kid's Easter Crafts -- including these adorable envelope bunnies.

And be sure to check out all the Easter Recipes, craft ideas and printables from Family Fun.

Kmart Super Doubles BOOTCAMP!!

ATTEN--TION!

Update - To see the list of participating Kmart stores, click HERE
K-mart Super Doubles is almost HERE!  All of you who plan to join the fray should be thoroughly prepared  -  so here is a Kmart Super-Doubles Bootcamp to help you train.
I've spent the last few hours gathering information, because I want you coupon-recruits to be solidly prepared for the Kmart Super-Doubles Event coming 4/4 - 4/10.  If you have any questions or know of a coupon that would be good to add to the list - leave a comment below!

Part I

 What IS Kmart Super-Doubles?

Kmart Super-Doubles is an exciting (although often frustrating) week of shopping.  During this week, Kmart will double manufacturer coupons up to $2 (Doubled up to $4!)  This makes lots of items FREE - and most people like to play the "Get only the free stuff and leave" game during this event.  This time, Kmart has added some strict rules to the game, and before you can even play you'll have to sign up for the Kmart Shop Your Way Rewards Card.  Your membership won't go into effect for 72 hours, so do it as soon as possible to be ready!  

Here are the other rules you need to know: 

-Manufacturer Coupons up to and including $2 value will be doubled 

-In-store Activation MUST BE tied to your Shop Your Way to Rewards card 

-Does not include Kmart Store Coupons 

-Limit 5 total coupons per customer per day 

-First 5 coupons provided by customer will be doubled

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Part II

Coupons to Print & Gather

NOTE: Print any printables you want NOW - because March is almost over and when the April coupons are loaded to the sites, many of the these will disappear. Here are some of the best coupons to print or clip now for Kmart Doubles:

Right Guard Total Defense $2.50***
Use $1.50/1 PRINT

(Makes it FREE!) 

Hidden Valley Farmhouse Originals $3.99
Use $2/1 from 3/14 SS

(makes it FREE) 

Nescafe Tasters Choice Stick Packs $1
Use $1/2 from 2/28 SS

(makes it FREE!) 

Renuzit Super Odor Neautralizer $1.89***
Use $1/1 PRINT

(makes it FREE!) 

Reach Floss $1.69
Use $1/1 from 3/7 RP

(makes it FREE!) 

Kiss Nail Art (Price Varies from $2 something on up)
Use $2/1 PRINT

(makes it FREE!) 

L'Oreal Everpure Buy 1 ~ Get 1 50% Off @ $4.39 & up
Use (2) $2/1 from 3/21 RP

(makes it FREE) 

Dove Visibly Smooth Deodorant ?
Use $2/1 PRINT

(makes it surely close to free!) 

Mighty Dog Cans 69¢ ea
Use $2/6 PRINT

(makes it 14¢ ea!) 

Nivea Bodywash $4.49
Use $2/1 PRINT

(makes it 49¢ ea!) 

John Freida Haircare BOGO $9.76
Use (2) $2/1 PRINT

(makes it 87¢ ea!) 

Good Life (Cat & Dog Food) $5.99
Use $2/1 PRINT

(makes it $1.99 ea!) 

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Part III

Catalina Deal During Super-Doubles

See those Asterisks next to some of the items above?  Those are part of a catalina deal that runs through 4/30:  Buy $20 worth of qualifying items (See list below) ~ Get $5 Coupon Off Your Next Order or Buy $30 ~ Get $10 Coupon OYNO.  *The item total is calculated BEFORE coupons!

*Catalina Items*:

Dial, Brawny, Purex, Quilted Northern, Renuzit, Dixie, Right Guard, Sparkle, Soft Scrub, Angel Soft, Tone, Coast, Zout, Vanity Fair


Scenario Idea 
(The Sparkle price is made up- I'm just showing you how this catalina can benefit you)
Buy (5) Soft Scrub Total + a $5 pack of Sparkle Paper Towels
Total Before Coupons is $20 (So you will get the $5 Catalina)
Use (5) $1.50/1 Coupons  (Will double to $3 ea)
Total after coupons is $5 + Tax
Pay $5 for the Sparkle ~ Get $5 Catalina Off Your Next Order
(Like getting the SoftScrub AND the Sparkle FREE!)

I'll have some scenario ideas once I know more prices for those catalina items.  I'm sure that buying Angel Soft toilet paper or Dial Soap will probably make a great deal too - and I'll let you know once I get the price for it!

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PART IV  

Why your friends might look at you like you're a crazy-person for going.

Kmart Doubles is a bad word for some, and with good reason!  Here are some troubles folks have run into - and hopefully they've fixed all those problems by now.

• In the past, there have been little or no coupon limits, meaning folks would arrive at the store after  hours  days of preparation to find the shelves cleared of every freebie. The 5 limit fixes this - but you'll still have to get there early for the good freebies.

• K-Mart is known for being unpredictable about coupons in general - but ESPECIALLY during Super-Doubles week.  Sometimes if an item is $3.95 and you try to use a $2 coupon (which will double to $4) it will go through fine.  Other times, it will just not double.  Other times the cashier will look at you as if you were trying to steal something and hand it back. 

• Lots of folks are unhappy about the *5* coupon limit, because with the hassle involved, it's almost not worth the trip.  For those who might try to get around that rule, be warned: The *5* Coupon-Per-Day limit will be tied to your K-Mart Rewards Card.

• At one time, Internet Printables weren't accepted, then they were.  Then they weren't again.  And so on and so forth - you get the picture.... typical Kmart-ness. 

The list of troubles can get quite long, so let's just say - it's been rough for some.  The main thing to remember is to be calm, kind, and sane enough to let the toothpaste go if you have to.  Then, when you get home, call 1-866-562-7848 and speak to a Customer Service rep.  Hopefully, you can get your issue resolved quickly and efficiently!

- Thanks,  AFullCup, CommonSenseWithMoney! Living Rich With Coupons,

FREE Bath & Body Works Shower Gel w/ $10 Purchase

 

Just got this great coupon in my email - thought I'd share!

Go HERE to print this coupon for a FREE Bath & Body Works Signature Collection Shower Gel with any $10 purchase.  Hopefully you can find some good deals in the store to get your freebie!  I know they're running a Buy 3 ~ Get 2 Free   or  Buy 2 ~ Get 1 Free Sale on Signature Collection items - this would make it even better!
*Good through 4/18

FINALLY!! Binder Tutorial

How to Organize Coupons - Coupon Binder Tutorial April 2010

View more presentations from Time 2 $ave Workshops.

So many of you have asked us how to start a coupon binder.  We put this tutorial together for you and tried to be as thorough as possible. (Click "Full Screen View" to see everything more clearly) 

Links to store policies that are published are below. 

Helpful Downloads:

1. Learning the Lingo HERE (simple version), HERE (detailed list)
2. Printable Meal Planner HERE
3. Walmart Corporate Coupon Policy HERE, price matching policy HERE, and FAQ's HERE
4. Rite Aid Coupon Policy HERE

Online Store:
We now have Binders, Baseball Card Holders & All You Magazine available online to purchase HERE.

Target Deals: 3/28 - 4/3

Here is a list of highlights from this week's Target ad, courtesy of Kerry at TotallyTarget!  It's a good week for new deals + carryover deals - and I also plan to be there on time to scoop up some Easter Clearance!
There is a new group of Target printables HERE that just came out a couple days ago - and also, I don't want you to forget about those $1 bed pillows (after coupon) I mentioned in my post HERE!

Grocery Deals:

❀Grade A Eggs 99¢ (Don't forget your Easter Eggs!)
❀Heinz Vinegar 99¢ (You'll need this for the dye!)
Use 50¢/1 PRINT
(makes it 49¢)

Seattle's Best Iced Lattes $1
Use $1/1 from 3/28 SS *Regional

(makes it FREE!)

Campbells Cream Soups 75¢
Use $1/2 PRINT

(makes it 25¢ ea!)

Reese's & York Pieces Bags $2.39
Use $1/1 from 1/31 SS
Stack WITH $1/1 Target Q PRINT

(makes it 39¢ ea!)

Stovetop Stuffing 99¢
Use $1/2 PRINT
(makes it 49¢ ea!)

Birdseye Steamfresh Vegetables $1
Use $1/2 PRINT
(makes it 50¢ ea!)

Ore-Ida Potatoes $2.50 Buy 2 ~ Get 1 Free!

Use (3) $1/1 Hasbrowns from 3/21 SS or $1/1 Steam & Mash PRINT

(makes it $2 for 3 Bags - or 66¢ per bag!)

Starbucks Coffee $7
Use $1.50/1 from March All*You or 3/21 SS
Stack WITH $1.50/1 Target Q PRINT

(makes it $4!)

Household:

Snuggle 64 oz $2.50 (When you price match with Kmart Ad)
Use $3/1 from 3/28 RP *Cashier will adjust coupon down to $2.50

(makes it FREE!)

Biz Laundry Detergent $2.50 (When you price match with BigLots ad)
Use $3/1 from 3/28 SS or $2/1 PRINT *Cashier will adjust coupon down to $2.50

(makes it FREE - 50¢ ea)

*NOTE: If your Target does not adjust coupons down without a fight, just use the $2 one!

Airwick I-Motion $6
Use $5/1 from 3/7 SS
Stack with $1/1 Target Q PRINT

(makes it FREE!)

Oral B Stages Toothpaste $1.49
Use $1/1 Target Q PRINT
Stack with 50¢/1 from 2/7 P&G

(makes it FREE!)

Kids Bandaids $1.89
Use $1/1 Target Q PRINT
Stack with $1/1 from 1/3, 3/14 RP *Regional
(makes it FREE)

Tums 24-36 ct 99¢ and up
Use $1/1from 1/24 RP
Stack WITH 50¢/1 Target Q PRINT

(makes it FREE!)

Dial Nutriskin Hand Soap $1.37
Use $1/1 Target Q PRINT
Stack WITH 35¢/1 Dial from 3/7 RP
(makes it 2¢ ea!)

ReNew Basic Bedroom Pillow $1.54
Use $1.50/1 PRINT
(makes it $1.04!)

Buy (2) Tampax Pearl Tampons (40 ct) $6.99 ~ Get $5 Target Gift Card
Use (2) $2/1 in 3/7 P&G insert

(makes it $2.49 ea after Gift Card)

Curious George 2 DVD $6.99
Look for ones with $5 Grocery Cash Sticker on front
(You'll get a $5 Gift Card in the mail, making this $1.99!)

Princess & The Frog 2-Disc DVD $13.99
Free after rebates - Read HERE

1-Year Subscription to The Family Handyman: $3.56!

Yesterday I was late in letting you know about Best Deal Magazines "Deal of the Day" - so I'm making up for it with an early heads up today.  Today's deal is a 1-Year Subscription to The Family Handyman (reg. $24) for just $3.56!
The Deal of the Day price is $4.29 - but when you use code "DELIVERY17" at checkout, 15% will be deducted making it $3.56  Go HERE to order before midnight tonight!

I actually just ordered this for my mom for Mother's Day - sounds weird, I know, but she lives alone and is the handiest person I've ever met.  She'll totally love getting this!
This is a good one - and I'm thinking about getting it for my husband as a big, giant HINT!

Kroger Highlights: 3/28 - 4/3

Here are your highlights for this week's Kroger ad!   It's not spectacular, but there is a great deal on Grands! biscuits, Post Cereals, and a few other items - if you see a highlight that I missed, just leave a comment!!

Pillsbury Catalina Alert:
Buy any Pillsbury Refrigerated Baked Goods between 3/22 and 4/18
Buy 4 & get $2 Off Your Next Order
Buy 5 & get $3 Off Your Next Order
Buy 6 or more & get $4 Off Your Next Order

*Includes crescents, cookies, sweet rolls, Grands! biscuits, Grands! cinnamon rolls, pie crusts, dinner rolls, loaves, breadsticks or pizza crust*

Meat Deals:

Tyson Boneless Chicken Breast/Tenders $1.99/lb
Smithfield Fresh Boneless Pork Tenderloin BOGO
Honeysuckle Turkey Tenderloin BOGO

Honeysuckle Fresh Turkey (14 lbs +) $1.19/lb
Use $1 Off PRINT

Jimmy Dean Roll Sausage BOGO
Use $1/1 PRINT

Ballpark Meat Franks BOGO
Use 75¢/1 from 3/14 RP

Grocery Deals:

Birdseye Vegetables $1
Use 50¢/1 from 3/21 SS, 35¢/1 from 2/28 SS or $1/3 from 3/21 SS
(makes it as low as FREE!)

Pillsbury Grands! Biscuits 98¢ ea
Use 30¢/2 PRINT or PRINT or from the 3/7 SS
Buy 6, use 6 coupons ~ Get $4 Catalina
(After Catalina deal, makes it around a penny a can!)

I Can't Believe Its Not Butter 98¢
Use $1/2 from 3/28 RP

(makes it 49¢ ea!)

Campbells Cream Soups $1
Use $1/2 PRINT

(makes it 50¢ ea!)

Wishbone Salad Dressing $1.50
Use 75¢/1 PRINT or $1.50/2 from 3/28 RP

(makes it 75¢ ea!)

Post Cereal $2.50 *Save $4 Instantly wyb 4
Use $1/2 from 3/14, 2/28 SS or 75¢/1 from 2/28 SS
(makes it as low as 75¢ ea wyb 4 and use 4 coupons!)

Reddi-Whip Topping $2
Use 50¢/1 from 3/28 SS or $1/1 from March,April All*You

(makes it $1!)

Kettle Chips BOGO
Use $1/1 from 3/7 SS

(makes it around $1 ea!)

Lifesavers Jellybeans $1.88
Use $1/2 PRINT
(makes it $1.38 ea)

Stouffers Family Size Entrees $3.99
Use $1/1 from April All*You or PRINT

(makes it $2.99 ea!)

Household:

Scott Paper Towels 6-Pack $5.49
Use $1/1 PRINT or PRINT
(makes it $4.49 ea)

- Thanks, IHeartSavingMoney!

Woman's Day: 15 Issues for $3.58 (TODAY ONLY!)

Click HERE to order - Deal ends at Midnight!

Woman's Day: 15 Issues - $4.95 (Use code DELIVERY17 to make it $3.58 at checkout!)

I just saw this deal over on Frugal Shopping With Julie, and I know it's sort of late in the day...  but 15 issues for $3.58??   That's awesome!   Woman's Day comes with coupons in each issue - so at only 23¢ per issue, you'll be making money on it!

Plus, I'm thinking this would be a good Mother's Day present as well, maybe with a sentimental photobook thrown in for good measure :)

Go HERE for a list of current photo deals - including FREE Photobooks, FREE prints, FREE Photo Canvas gifts, and more!!

$3/1 Snuggle Coupon is HERE!

Did you get the $3/1 Snuggle coupon in your RedPlum this week????  I did!  I'm so excited, I thought surely we wouldn't get it!
Using this coupon, you can use it to get FREE Snuggle at Kmart this week, and at Food Lion too!

Simplify Sundays: 3/28

 

Debby McCuiston, self-proclaimed "Queen of Clutter-Free", does a segment for us each Sunday on simplifying our lives, getting rid of "clutter", and focusing on what's important.  We're really excited about this new segment - and hope you are too!  Take it away Debby....

The up and coming celebration for Easter brings lots of great memories. I can almost tell you each and every Easter outfit my kids wore every year. I remember trying to make sure they received just the right candy in their Easter baskets. Then the pictures we took every year out back by the same dogwood tree. Getting ready to go the the family for Easter dinner and Easter egg hunts for the little ones. Sweet memories!!
But I also remember the stress over getting the perfect outfit. If you are a mom like me who loved to sew for the kids-- gathering all the fabric to make the perfect outfit.  I was up until the wee hours of the morning sewing until I couldn't see to take another stitch. As I look back, I would not trade that time for all the money in the world. I do wish I had planned better with the sewing projects and filling  the baskets. At times, trying to complete the dress on time became the main focus. Sometimes I worried more about getting the eggs colored then remembering the colors that have a deeper meaning at Easter.
Colors like the Red in the blood that flowed down the cross as Christ hung on that cross to take my sins away so I can enter heaven.  The Purple robe that they put on Jesus, to mock Him as He hung on the cross. The Brown of the thorns that they placed on His head.  The Gray from the stone that covered the tomb where they laid His body.   The Black in the sky moment that Jesus died.  The Yellow in the sunrise on the 3rd day when it was discovered that indeed He had risen from the grave.  The Blue in the sky as more and more people realized that He was the Christ that had come to save the world.
These colors may not be our "Easter colors" but without them there would be not Easter. I am sure we would still have a "spring celebration" with all the outfits and candy. But any type of celebration that the world could come up with pales in comparison to the real meaning of Easter.

As you and your families go through this week, take some time to notice the colors around you. Remember the white in the lily and how Christ took our sins away to make us able to be pure and blameless as we enter heaven. Remember the green in the grass that shows the new life we can have if we believe that Jesus is who He says He is. This time of year colors seem brighter and have a deeper meaning for me and I hope for you too.

Don't get caught up in all the fluff of this time of year. The new outfits are great! Any excuse to eat all of your favorite candy in one day makes me very happy. But all that will be gone in such a short amount of time. The kids out grow the clothes. We gain weight from all the candy and dinner with the family. But what we have in our hearts is all that will last. Having a relationship with Jesus and teaching our children why we celebrate Easter is what we should be spending our time on. The investment into the lives of others is better than any sugar high you can get from eating too many "peeps". So as this special week unfolds before us  share with someone why  you love this time of year--invest in them.

Stop and notice the freshness in the air as God breathes life back into the earth. Notice the  cleansing power of rain as it clears all the impurities out of the air and remember the tears that have been shed on your behalf to bring to closer to Christ. Take a few minutes to feel the sun on your skin and celebrate the fact that you are alive and that you have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of those around you, everyday. Don't waste this special time of year. Look around you, there are so many things to remind us that God loves us and gave His son for us so we could be in heaven with Him.

I know this isn't the normal "simplify sunday" article, but how can I tell  you to clean up the outside of your life when the inside is more important.  You can follow all my advice and finally get caught up on all your projects but that will not make a difference in the light of eternity!! You heart is more important than any room in your house and WHO lives in it is the most important thing. Because that is what will determine where you will spend eternity. It's not what you have or what you do, It is WHO you know that gets you into heaven. Please make sure you will be able to join me someday in heaven, as we set at His feet and finally understand how much He loves us. May God bless you in a special  way this week. What a wonderful week to celebrate being alive!!!

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Common Sense Media - Alice In Wonderland Review

Okay, so I mentioned yesterday that I like this helpful new site Common Sense Media - and here's why:

✤ It's Free.  They run on donations only.

✤ It gives me age-appropriate recommendations for my kids on books, movies, video games, and t.v. shows.  It says why it's appropriate (or NOT appropriate), and summarizes the content in a parent-minded way.

✤ You can search a movie title and see an in-depth rating for: Sex, Language, Violence, Drinking-Drugs-Smoking, and Consumerism.

✤ There's great parental advice categorized by Age - like for 7th & 8th grade there are articles about checking your child's browser history.  I'm learning right now how to setup a "Safe Search" so my kids won't run into smut when doing homework research(!)

A couple of my kids wanted to see Alice in Wonderland - so I looked it up.  Some of the violence is too much for them , which just goes to show - you gotta do your homework!

Excerpt from Alice in Wonderland's Violence Rating (3 out of 5 "Bombs"):

"..... Since these sequences are in 3-D, they're especially intense. There's a moat filled with cut-off heads and potions filled with severed fingers. People are scratched and nearly killed, an executioner is shown about to lower the axe on someone, and in the end, a creature is decaptitated. " 

To sign up for your free membership - and even get a FREE gift - go HERE (Offer good only until 3/31!!!)

Dove RR is ROLLING! (Ended)

Okay, I actually just told poor Barbara in a comment NOT to use her Dove RR on any other Dove product....  Well, I gladly eat my words!  It has been reported that the Dove RR is ROLLING - which means you can use the RR from one Dove purchase to pay for your next Dove purchse, and you will get another RR.
Dove is $4 and gives a $4 RR.


Buy 1 Dove = $4
Use the $1.50/1 coupon from the 3/28 RP to pay $2.50
Get $4 RR back.


Buy another Dove + newspaper = $7 (Varies)
Use $1.50/1 Q +$4 RR to pay $1.50
Get $4 RR back.


Continue this as many times as you'd like!
- Thanks, Hip2Save!

Rite-Aid Highlights: 3/28 - 4/2

There aren't many great deals this week - but an okay price on dishwasher detergent and deodorant. April Rebates are starting this week - keep that in mind.  March Video Values will disappear soon, so watch and print those if you haven't yet!

• Get Rite-Aid Video Values Coupons HERE - earn 20 pts. and get a $5/$20 Printable!
• Print a $3/$15 Rite-Aid Coupon HERE and a $5/$25 Coupon HERE.  
• You should use these BEFORE any other coupons, when your total is highest.  This is A-OK and even addressed in the Rite-Aid Corporate Coupon Policy HERE (Take a copy with you just in case!)
• Although Rite-Aid in-ad coupons SAY Manufacturer coupons, they're NOT!!  The barcode is a store barcode, and will stack just fine with other coupons.

 Best SCR Deals:

Bic Soleil, Comfort 3, Hybrid, or Fliex 4 Disposable Razor $4.99
Submit $2 SCR #41 wyb (1)
Use $2/1 SS 3/07, 3/28

(makes it 99¢)

Old Spice High Endurance or Secret Deodorant $2.50
Submit $2 SCR #45 wyb (2)

Use $1/2 from 3/07

(makes it $1 ea)

Woolite Drycleaners Secret $7.99
Use $1/1 from 3/14 RP
Submit $2 SCR #45

Submit $3 Woolite MFR Rebate HERE

(makes it $1.99!)

Coupon Deals:

Lysol No Touch Hand Soap System (50% Off) $7.50
Use $1.00/1 Video Values Coupon
Stack WITH $5/1 from 3/28

(makes it $1.50) NOTE: Only some regions get this in their ad

Finish Quantumatic Kit $5.50 (50% off $10.99)
Use $3/1 PRINT
Stack WITH $1/1 Video Values Coupon

(makes it $1.50) NOTE: Only some regions get this in their ad

Finish Gel, Tabs $6.29 BOGO
Use (2) $1/1 in 03/21 SS

(makes it $2.14 ea)

Hershey's, Reese's, Cadbury Bagged Candy $1.99
Use $2/3 PRINT
(makes it $1.33 per bag)

Lifesaver Jelly Beans $1.99
use $1.00/2 PRINT

($1.49 ea)

Snackpicks: Cheez-It Coupons

It's been a big day for printable coupons!  However, I didn't want you to miss the Snackpicks ones because they disappear so darn fast.  Cheez-its are my salty-snack of choice, so you know I had to give a heads up about these:

• Save $1/2 Cheez-It Baked Snack Crackers PRINT 
• Save 75¢/1 Cheez-It Duos PRINT 

I can't think of any great deals right now, but they are $2.50 at Bi-Lo (reg. $3.99) so that's an okay deal....

Pillsbury Catalina = 1¢ Grands! Biscuits at Kroger!

This Pillsbury Catalina is running at Bi-Lo, Meijer, Kroger, Ingles, Harris Teeter, Schnucks, Dillons, and I'd imagine every national grocery store.

Buy any Pillsbury Refrigerated Baked Goods between 3/22 and 4/18
Buy 4 & get $2 Off Your Next Order
Buy 5 & get $3 Off Your Next Order
Buy 6 or more & get $4 Off Your Next Order

*Includes crescents, cookies, sweet rolls, Grands! biscuits, Grands! cinnamon rolls, pie crusts, dinner rolls, loaves, breadsticks or pizza crust*

Kroger has Grands! Biscuits for 98¢ this week (ends Sunday)!

Buy (6) for $5.88
Use (3) 30¢/2 PRINT or from the 1/3 GM or 3/7 SS
*The insert coupons will double!
Pay as low as $4.08 ~ Get $4 OYNO Coupon
(Makes it a little more than a penny a can!)

TIP: You can use the OYNO coupon to pay for MORE Grands! and then get more Catalina Coupons!

Car Care Coupons!

Want to get your husband excited about couponing?  Just print THESE out for him!  Don't delay though, everybody and their brother will be wanting to get hold of these... Race over HERE and enter zipcode *53207* to get the following:

$15 off a Valvoline Full Service Oil Change
$10 off a Fast Track Oil Change
$10 off a Fast Track Flush, Any
$19.99 for a Midas Oil Change
$25 off Selected Bridgestone or Firestone Tires at Midas
Up to $50 off Lifetime Guaranteed Brake Pads or Shoes Installed Midas

TIP: Some of these were under Automotive, and some under Local Coupons.

- Thanks TotallyTarget!

Samples Anyone?

There are lots of free sample offers floating around right now - and while I don't usually list tons of those, I thought some of you might be interested!

Getting on "the list" of lots of companies means you get unexpected little samples and coupons in the mailbox often - coupons with higher values than normal!

I recommend using an "extra" email account for anything you sign up for. This helps me keep personal email separate from my "Coupon" email! With that in mind, here are some current offers:

• Spring Healthy Living Product Samples HERE
• Olay Total Effects Anti-Aging Body Wash HERE SOLD OUT
  
• Pampers Samples (Sign Up HERE) & New DryMax diaper sample HERE
• Dove Daily Treatment Conditioner HERE
• Kashi GoLean Crips, TLC Bar, & GoLeanCrunch at FreeFly's 
• Kotex Sample Pack HERE (Got mine yesterday, had a $1 Off ANY Kotex Q!)
• Formula Samples, Baby Magazines, Daipers Coupons and more! Click Here

Okay, that's all for now - I'll round up a few more later in the week! I like doing my sample sign-ups in batches like this, when I have time to just sit down and zip through several sites at once.

HOT ~ $1/1 Sargento Cheese Coupon!

You rarely see cheese coupons this high - it will make for SUPER cheap cheese when it goes on sale next!  Go HERE to print this one NOW before it reaches its print limit.  NOTE: You'll need to enter zipcode 01885 to get this one to show up.

P.S. There is also a 55¢/1 Sargento coupon - so go cheese crazy!

FREE Redbox Rental!

Sign-up for a Redbox.com account HERE and you'll get a code for a FREE Rental in your email!  While you're trying to decide which movie to rent (you can even reserve your movie online, and go pick it up later!) - you may want to check out the site below....

I have 4 boys and a husband with eyes, so I ALWAYS search the internet and ask friends for reviews before we watch a movie.  Common Sense Media is a great (FREE) site to go for age-appropriate reviews of movies.  Click Here

Walgreens RR Scenario: $11.74 MoneyMaker!

Well - I said I'd work on a Walgreens scenario for you, and I'm finally done!

There are so many options, but here's one that should give you no trouble.  The first one scenario will earn you $11.74 (You can earn more if you keep rolling, but let's keep it simple).  Then, if you need diapers, you can get a Twin-Pack of Pampers Cruisers for only 34¢ more (after RR).  I've used Easter Tumblers as a nice 12¢ filler, but don't forget to hand the cashier the in-ad coupon for those, or it won't ring up at that sale price.
Let me know if you have ANY questions!
Find all the coupons and details for these items and more in the Walgreens Highlights list HERE

#1) Buy 1 Dove Conditioner @ $4
Use $2/1 PRINT (Limit Reached) or $1.50/1 from 3/28 SS
Pay $2 ~ Get $4 Dove RR

#2) Buy Dentek Floss + Walgreens Multivitamin @ $5
Use $1/1 from 1/17 SS (if you have it) + $4 Dove RR
Pay $0 ~ Get $2 Dentek RR, $3 Walgreens Brand RR

#3) Buy Simply Saline + (2) Easter Tumblers (3 items so you can use 3 Q's) @ $7.24
Use  $1/1 from 1/24 SS + $2 Dentek RR + $3 Walgreens RR + In-Ad Easter Tumbler Q
Pay $1.24 ~ Get $7 Saline RR

#4) Buy Dulcolax Balance + Dove Conditioner + Easter Tumbler @ $14.12
Use $4/1 PRINT + $2 Dove PRINT + $7 RR + In-Ad Easter Tumbler Q
Pay $1.12 ~ Get $10 Dulcolax RR + $4 Dove RR

If you stop there, you've spent $2.14 and received $14 RR - 

Essentially an $11.76 Moneymaker!

Diaper Addition 

**********************************

*This is not the greatest deal ever for diapers, but those RR expire so quickly, you might just want to use them fast on something you need.

Buy Pampers Cruisers Twinpack + (3) Easter Tumblers @ $19.38
Use $2/1 from 3/14 RP + $10 Dulcolax RR + $4 Dove RR
Pay $3.38 ~ Get $3 Pampers RR

TOTAL OOP for all Transactions: $7.74 minus the $3 RR Left Over!
TOTAL VALUE of ITEMS: $49.74!!

You're going to walk out of the store with a twinpack of Pampers, two bottles of Dove shampoo, floss, multivitamins, saline spray, Dulcolax, and several Easter cups for the kids... for just $7.74.

What Now? (Grocery Edition: Week of 3/24 - 3/30)

The "What Now?" posts are a starting place for newbies (like you!), with great store deals using PRINTABLE coupons (and this week's insert coupons) only.  We know your coupon-collection will grow, but in the meantime, here's a list just for YOU!

Best BOGO Deals:

I Can't Believe Its Not Butter $2.89 ($1.44)
Use 50¢/1 PRINT *Zip 30003

(makes it 44¢ ea!)

Ronzoni Pasta $1.29 (64¢)
Use 75¢/1 PRINT or $1/1 from April Parents Magazine

(makes it FREE - 14¢ ea!)

Lysol Disinfectant Trigger Spray Cleaner $2.69 ($1.35)
Use 50¢/1 PRINT
(makes it 35¢ ea!)

Bob Evans Mashed Potatoes $3.39 ($1.69)
Use 50¢/1 PRINT or $1/2 from 3/21 SS
Stack WITH $1/1 from Publix Family Style Spring Mag.

(makes FREE to $1.19)

Assorted General Mills Cheerios Varieties $4.29 ($2.14)
Use $1/2  PRINT
or 50¢/1 & 55¢/1 Chocolate Cheerios: PRINT, PRINT, PRINT
Stack WITH 50¢/1 Publix Q PRINT

(makes it as low as 64¢ ea!)

Marie's Dressing $2.99 ($1.49)
Use $1/1 PRINT

(makes it 49¢ ea)

Classico Pasta Sauce $2.47 ($1.23)
Use $1/2 PRINT
Use $1.50 off Beef wyb 2 from 3/14 SS

(makes it 73¢ ea + FREE Beef!)

Mt Olive Pickles $2.79 ($1.39)
Use $1/2 FLIP

(makes it 89¢ ea)

Ore-Ida Steam -n-Mash $3.99 ($1.99)
Use $1/1 PRINT

(makes it $1)

Kelloggs Nutri-Grain Bars $3.49 ($1.74)
Use $1/2 inside some Kelloggs Boxes

(makes it $1.24 ea)

Hellman's30 oz Jar $4.89 ($2.44)
Use 50¢/1 from 3/28 RP

(makes it $1.44 ea!)

Other Deals:

Yoplait Greek Yogurt Cup $1.19
Get it FREE w/ the Publix Q PRINT
Then stack this 30¢/1 PRINT

(makes it better than FREE!)

International Delight Creamer $1.50
Use 55¢/1 PRINT
Stack with $1/2 from Yellow Adv. Buy Flyer

(makes it 45¢ - 50¢ ea!)

Kraft Shredded/Chunk/Singles Cheese $1.66
Use $1/2, $2/2 blinkies or BOGO blinkie
Use $2 off Publix Bread wyb Both Singles & Shredded Cheese PRINT

(makes it 66¢ - 83¢ ea + FREE Bread!)

Breakstones Sour Cream 99¢
Use 55¢/1 from 3/21 SS

(makes it 44¢ ea)

Pillsbury Rolls, Breadsticks, Pizza or Loaf $1.66
Use 40¢/2, 50¢/2  PRINT
Stack with $1/2 Harveys PRINT *If Harvey's is a competitor

(makes it 36¢ ea)

Birdseye Frozen Vegetables 50% Off
Use $1/2 Publix Q from Yellow Adv. Buy Flyer
Stack WITH 50¢/1 from 3/21 SS
OR $1/2 PRINT or $1/4 PRINT

(price will vary)

Chinet Classic White Napkins $1.50
Use $1/1 PRINT

(makes it 50¢ ea)

Finish Quantumatic Detergent Dispenser $6.99
Use $3/1 from One Stop. One Store. Publix Booklet
Stack WITH $3/1 PRINT

(makes it 99¢!

Huggies Jumbo Pack $8.99

Use $3/1 PRINT

Stack WITH $3/1 Publix Q from One Stop. One Store. (booklet in some stores)

(makes it $2.99 a pack!)

Best BOGO's

Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast BOGO $4.49/lb ($2.24)
Boneless Beef Sirloin Tip Roast BOGO $4.49/lb ($2.24)

DelMonte Pineapple $1.29 (64¢)
Use $1/8 from 3/21 RP

(makes it 51¢ ea)

Post Cereals $4.55 ($2.27)
Use $2/1 PRINT

(makes it 27¢) 

Keebler Cheesecake Middles $3.59 ($1.79)
Use $1/1 PRINT

(makes it 79¢!)

Crystal Light $5.25 ($2.67)
Use $1/1 from 3/21 RP
(makes it $1.67 for 10-12 Quarts!)

Other Deals:

Pet Milk $2.88 a gallon *Regional

Betty Crocker Pouch Potatoes 80¢
Use 40¢/1 PRINT or PRINT or Pillsbury.com (*Register on sidebar for those)
(makes it FREE if they double)

French's Mustard $1.25
Use 50¢/1 from 3/21 SS or PRINT

(makes it 25¢ ea)

Del Monte Canned Vegetables 69¢
Use $1/8 from 3/21 RP

(makes it 56¢ ea)

Pepsi 12-Packs 4/$11 *Must buy 4

(makes it $2.75 ea)

Best Grocery Deals:

Ore-Ida Potatoes BOGO $2.39

Use $1/2 from Feb ALL*YOU or  PRINT

(makes it 69¢ ea!)

Muellers Pasta $1

Use 55¢/1 PRINT

(makes it 45¢ ea)

Pet or Blue Bunny Ice Cream $2.50

Use $1/1 PRINT *Sign in first!

(makes it $1.50 ea!)

Dannon Activia 4-Pack $2

Use $1/1 PRINT

(makes it $1 ea)

Emerald Deluxe Mixed Nuts or Almonds BOGO

Use $1/1 Yellow Peelies on top of some canisters or PRINT

(makes it cheap!)

Pop-Tarts 8-ct $2

Use $1.25/3 from 3/28 RP

(makes it $1.68 ea)

*Buy 5 ~ Get 1 Free Movie Ticket!  See HERE

Pepsi 4/$11 if you buy all 4

(makes it $2.75 ea!)

*I know this deal uses the 3/14 paper, but just in case some of you bought that one!

Buy More ~ Save More "BEST" Deals

Buy 3 ~ Get 20% off, Buy 4~ Get 30% Off, Buy 5 ~ Get 50% Off

Brawny 3-Roll Pack $3.99

Use 50¢/1 from 3/14 RP

Quilted Northern 6-Double Rolls $3.99

Use 50¢/1 from 3/14 RP

Buy (5) & Use (5) Coupon = $7.50

(Makes Brawny 50¢/roll or Quilted Northern 25¢/roll)

*Then Submit for $5 Rebate wyb $20 HERE

Meat/Produce:

Tyson boneless, skinless Chicken Breast - $1.99/ lb
Fresh Ground Chuck - $1.99/ lb
Florida Fresh Strawberries - $1.98 (16 oz)
Asparagus - $1.98/lb

Grocery:

Kraft Natural Cheese (selected varieties) OR Sargento Shredded Cheese - .99¢ *

Use $1/2 or $2/2 Kraft from in-store dispenser
(makes it FREE - 59¢ each!)

Kellogg's Cereal (Select Varieties) - $2.77*
Use $1.50/1 Frosted Mini Wheat PRINT
Use $1.50/2 Kellogg's Cereal PRINT
(final varies)

Birdseye Frozen Vegetables - $1.68 *
Use $1/4 PRINT
(makes it $1.43 each wyb 4)

Ore-Ida Potatoes (19-32 oz) - $2.29*
Use $1/2 PRINT or February All You Magazine
(makes it $1.79 each)

Classico Pasta Sauce - $1.49 *
Use $1/2 PRINT
(makes it .99¢ each)

Smart Balance Spread or Butter Blend or Sour Cream - $1.49 *
Use $1/1 from 3/21 RP
(makes it .49¢)

Planter's Peanuts - 16 oz - $1.99 *
Use $1.50/1 PRINT (Facebook Coupon)
(makes it .49 - $1.49)

Ken's Salad Dressing - $1.49*
Use $1/2 from 3/7 SS
(makes it .99¢ each)

Mott's Apple Juice - 64 oz - .99¢ * 

I Can't Believe It's Not Butter Spread - .98¢
Use .50/1 PRINT
(makes it .48¢)

Starburst Jelly Beans $1.88
Use $1/2 PRINT

(makes it $1.38 ea)

Pillsbury Grands Biscuits - 16.5 oz - .98¢

Use .30/2 PRINT , PRINT

(makes it .83¢)

CVS Free 50 Photos - Pick up in store!

If you'll be heading to CVS this weekend to do the "Huggies Deal" or get some free toothbrushes, you should sign up for CVS Photo first! 

Upload those photos that are just sitting on your computer and you can pick up the prints when you stop by the store (Avoid shipping charges that way!)  New users to the site get 50 FREE PRINTS - so what are you waiting for? Click the picture above to get your free prints!