This week there are lots of good deals at CVS. This is the perfect week to stock up on things you always need and will use.
Here is the scenario I did. I bought $98.74 worth of items and only paid $34.76.
Transaction #1
Revitilins Mulitpurpose solution- $5.99
Paid (w/ tax) $6.41
ECBs: $5.99
Transaction #2
2 Puffs basics- $1 each
2 Kashi TLC bars- 2/$6
2 Crest Prohealth- $3.29 each
- $5.99 ECBs from trans #1
-.50/2 Puffs P&G 2/27
-1.00 Crest P&G $110 booklet
-1.00 Crest P&G $110 booklet (I got this booklet as a reward for purchasing $50.00 worth of P&G products over the summer).
Paid (w/ tax) $7.11
ECBs: $6.58; $2.00
Transaction #3
2 Tide 32 loads
4 Puffs basics
2 Dawn antibacterial dish soap
1 Charmin 12 pack basic
1 Covergirl Lashblast mascara
-$6.58 ECBs trans 2
-$2.00 ECBs trans 2
-$1.00 Tide from P&G $110 booklet
-$1.00 Tide from P&G $110 booklet
-.50 Dawn from P&G $110 booklet
-.50 Dawn from P&G $110 booklet
-$1.00 Covergirl P&G $110 booklet
Paid (w/tax) $17.96
ECBs: $10.00
Transaction #4
6 pack Dove bar soap
1 Swiffer wet ones refills
1 Half gallon milk
-$10.00 ECBs from trans 3
-.50 Swiffer P&G $110 booklet
Paid (w/tax) $3.28
Total paid for all items $34.76
For more scenarios and links to other coupons go to www.southernsavers.com. Remember the key to saving money is stocking up on things when they are at their lowest prices and (if you have one) using a coupon.
Let me know what deals you got this week.
Until next time..
XOXOXOX
This is the real life story of a girl who became a wife and mother and who is trying to seize everyday living under God's grace and by embracing this verse... "fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." Isaiah 41:10
Sunday, February 27, 2011
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
She's so pretty
that she pulled into the bank parking lot on President's Day without noticing that there was not one single car in the parking lot. Drove around to the drive-thru window, and sat there waiting for someone to open the magical drawer that takes money in and deposits little slips of paper that explain where your money has gone. After several minutes with no service, her impatience mounts. She takes off her sunglasses, frowns into the gigantic window, and discovers nothing but darkness and also a sign stating that the bank is closed on President's Day. As drives away, she makes a note of the completely empty parking lot.
Yes, she is certain that all of this was caught on surveillance cameras. This morning, someone got a good laugh. Awwwwwww, she's so pretty.
Until next time...
XOXOXOXOX
Disclaimer.. this is a true story that someone may later regret posting and it may disappear. So read and laugh while you can.
Yes, she is certain that all of this was caught on surveillance cameras. This morning, someone got a good laugh. Awwwwwww, she's so pretty.
Until next time...
XOXOXOXOX
Disclaimer.. this is a true story that someone may later regret posting and it may disappear. So read and laugh while you can.
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
Thank goodness he doesn't listen....
because otherwise, I would have sassed my way right out of a romantic picnic.
Sunday afternoon, Wes asks me if I would like to go out to eat for Valentine's Day. I said, "Sure". He then proceeds to explain that I don't need to dress up. I respond with, "I'll probably just wear what I wore to work". He sort of frowns and says mmmmmm. That's when I get sassy. "Well, I hope it is not something outside because I don't want to be COLD!!" End of conversation.
Monday night.... "Well, do you want to go on a picnic with me on the beach or not?" "OF COURSE I DO!" I never even thought of the comment I made just the day before.
Wes had everything. Sushi, wine, blankets, fire pit, flashlight, chairs, EVERYTHING! It was extremely thoughtful and romantic. I love that boy!
Once we were home and snuggling on the couch watching The Bachelor, he reminded me of my sassy mouth! WHOOPS!!!
Until next time..
XOXOXOXO
Sunday afternoon, Wes asks me if I would like to go out to eat for Valentine's Day. I said, "Sure". He then proceeds to explain that I don't need to dress up. I respond with, "I'll probably just wear what I wore to work". He sort of frowns and says mmmmmm. That's when I get sassy. "Well, I hope it is not something outside because I don't want to be COLD!!" End of conversation.
Monday night.... "Well, do you want to go on a picnic with me on the beach or not?" "OF COURSE I DO!" I never even thought of the comment I made just the day before.
Wes had everything. Sushi, wine, blankets, fire pit, flashlight, chairs, EVERYTHING! It was extremely thoughtful and romantic. I love that boy!
Once we were home and snuggling on the couch watching The Bachelor, he reminded me of my sassy mouth! WHOOPS!!!
Until next time..
XOXOXOXO
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
Give Life for Lent
Traditionally, I don't practice Lent. However, this is a wonderful way to start!!
Until next time..
XOXOXOXOXO
Sunday, January 16, 2011
Watch Brooke Buy
I have not posted on couponing in quite some time. One reason is because during November and December, I really did not shop that much. We have a nice stock pile of things now; so, I only go to the store if there is a really good deal. The second reason is because I thought is was getting a little boring to read about. But with the new year in full swing, I thought some readers might want a refresher on how the scenarios work and ECBs and RRs and such.
Before I get into this weeks shopping trips, I want to brag a bit on my success during the last 6 months of 2010. After discovering that our grocery bill could be easily cut by $100 a month, we set our budget for $300 a month over a 6 month time frame. Our goal was to only spend $1800.00 for literally everything we buy. (Food, toiletries, cat food, cosmetics, medicine, etc.) . We only went over one month when I got carried away with the deals. The 5 other months we were below the $300 budget. From July to December we spent a total of $1778.60, and we saved $2,202.30. Leaving us with a 56% savings rate for 2010. WOW!
Note: The only stores I shopped at were CVS, Walgreens, and Winn Dixie.
Now that we have a stock pile, I can't wait to see the 2011 savings at the end of the year. If you are asking, what a stock pile is...go to www.southernsavers.com and watch the videos under the Learn to Coupon link.
Now for this weeks "Brooke Bought"
CVS
Total ticket: $50.82
Paid: $17.92
Saved:$32.90 (65%)
Cash back:$6.00
I bought 4 2 liters Mt. Dew, 2 12 pks Aquafina water, 2 bags Doritos, 2 bags Lays. Used $4 off $20 and $1 ECB from last week. Paid $16.12. Got back $10 ECBs.
Then, I bought 2 Toms of Maine deodorant, 1 bag orange slices, 1 Cascade powder. Used $10 ECBs and $1 Cascade coupon. Paid $1.80. Got back $6.00 ECBs that I will use on my next trip to CVS.
Walgreens
Total ticket: $58.86
Paid: $27.16
Saved: $31.70 (54%)
I bought 1 Cascade powder, 1 Toms of Maine deodorant, 2 John Freida shampoos, 1 John Freida conditioner. Used 2 $2 John Freida coupons and 1 $1 Cascade coupon. Paid $19.59. Got back $9 RR.
Then, I bought 1 box Wheat Thins, 1 box Ritz crackers, 1 box Shells & Cheese, 2 packages Planters Flavor Full Almonds, 2 Russell Stover hearts, 1 can Lindsey olives, 1 6 double roll Charmin Basic. Used $9 RR, $.25 Charmin coupon, $.99 Lindsay olive coupon from ad, $1.00 Planters coupon from Walgreens coupon book. Paid $7.57.
Winn Dixie
Total ticket: $59.56
Paid: $38.04
Saved: $21.52 (36%)
Let me know about your deals by commenting below. Happy shopping.
Until next time...
XOXOXOXOXO
Before I get into this weeks shopping trips, I want to brag a bit on my success during the last 6 months of 2010. After discovering that our grocery bill could be easily cut by $100 a month, we set our budget for $300 a month over a 6 month time frame. Our goal was to only spend $1800.00 for literally everything we buy. (Food, toiletries, cat food, cosmetics, medicine, etc.) . We only went over one month when I got carried away with the deals. The 5 other months we were below the $300 budget. From July to December we spent a total of $1778.60, and we saved $2,202.30. Leaving us with a 56% savings rate for 2010. WOW!
Note: The only stores I shopped at were CVS, Walgreens, and Winn Dixie.
Now that we have a stock pile, I can't wait to see the 2011 savings at the end of the year. If you are asking, what a stock pile is...go to www.southernsavers.com and watch the videos under the Learn to Coupon link.
Now for this weeks "Brooke Bought"
CVS
Total ticket: $50.82
Paid: $17.92
Saved:$32.90 (65%)
Cash back:$6.00
I bought 4 2 liters Mt. Dew, 2 12 pks Aquafina water, 2 bags Doritos, 2 bags Lays. Used $4 off $20 and $1 ECB from last week. Paid $16.12. Got back $10 ECBs.
Then, I bought 2 Toms of Maine deodorant, 1 bag orange slices, 1 Cascade powder. Used $10 ECBs and $1 Cascade coupon. Paid $1.80. Got back $6.00 ECBs that I will use on my next trip to CVS.
Walgreens
Total ticket: $58.86
Paid: $27.16
Saved: $31.70 (54%)
I bought 1 Cascade powder, 1 Toms of Maine deodorant, 2 John Freida shampoos, 1 John Freida conditioner. Used 2 $2 John Freida coupons and 1 $1 Cascade coupon. Paid $19.59. Got back $9 RR.
Then, I bought 1 box Wheat Thins, 1 box Ritz crackers, 1 box Shells & Cheese, 2 packages Planters Flavor Full Almonds, 2 Russell Stover hearts, 1 can Lindsey olives, 1 6 double roll Charmin Basic. Used $9 RR, $.25 Charmin coupon, $.99 Lindsay olive coupon from ad, $1.00 Planters coupon from Walgreens coupon book. Paid $7.57.
Winn Dixie
Total ticket: $59.56
Paid: $38.04
Saved: $21.52 (36%)
Let me know about your deals by commenting below. Happy shopping.
Until next time...
XOXOXOXOXO
Sunday, January 9, 2011
Getting crafty
The Santa's in my life support my vices and got me 2 black and white Walter Anderson prints this year. I have already painted them and wanted to share.
I, also, got 101 cookie cutters that I can't wait to use in the very near future.
On a side note, I am very excited about my bulletin board at school. Wes helped me with the title, and I just thought of these triangle people one night while watching TV. It turned out better than I expected. I am certain no one cares about this but me. Since this is MY blog, you will be subjected to it. LOL!
I, also, got 101 cookie cutters that I can't wait to use in the very near future.
On a side note, I am very excited about my bulletin board at school. Wes helped me with the title, and I just thought of these triangle people one night while watching TV. It turned out better than I expected. I am certain no one cares about this but me. Since this is MY blog, you will be subjected to it. LOL!
The white snowflakes have trivia questions on them. :)
Until next time....
XOXOXOXOXO
Whatcha been doin'?
This is the catch up blog....
Wes and I had a wonderful holiday season. We slept late, decorated, ate great food, shopped, visited friends and family, and laughed a lot. It was relaxing and possibly the best holiday we've had, ever!!
We celebrated Christmas Eve with the movie, Tron. We ate BBQ chicken and opened presents. It was soooo fantastic. We both loved our gifts. I stayed up until 1pm playing with my new toys and trying on my new outfits. Wes always out does me in the gift giving department!!! Of course, I don't have a single picture from that night. :(
Christmas Day we traveled through the snow (okay, snow flurries) to Kosciusko to par-tay with my parents, sisters, and brother in-laws. I had a such a great time. I love it when all three of the girls are at home together. We gossip, solve the worlds problems, and laugh like it is nobody's business. Wes went hunting with my dad and (surprisingly) killed another deer. We have had many delicious meals from this man versus beast experience. This is the bacon wrapped venison tenderloin I prepared. It was yummy.
Once we got back to Gulfport, we did a few chores. We un-decorated, shopped, returned a few Christmas presents, dined out, went to the movies, did a little bit of school work, and toured the Nina and the Pinta. They were docked in Gulfport over the holiday. Honestly, it was a bit costly; however, it was interesting to get perspective on the courage that Christopher Columbus and his crew had to have in order to brave the ocean in such a small and open vessel.
We rang in the New Year by celebrating our friend, Julie's wedding to Jason. She threw a great party with wonderful food and friends. Wes and I were all dressed up, and we danced in 2011. Once again, no pics.
Happy New Year to all of you. I hope your year has gotten off to a fabulous start!!
Until next time...
XOXOXOXOXOXOX
Wes and I had a wonderful holiday season. We slept late, decorated, ate great food, shopped, visited friends and family, and laughed a lot. It was relaxing and possibly the best holiday we've had, ever!!
We celebrated Christmas Eve with the movie, Tron. We ate BBQ chicken and opened presents. It was soooo fantastic. We both loved our gifts. I stayed up until 1pm playing with my new toys and trying on my new outfits. Wes always out does me in the gift giving department!!! Of course, I don't have a single picture from that night. :(
Christmas Day we traveled through the snow (okay, snow flurries) to Kosciusko to par-tay with my parents, sisters, and brother in-laws. I had a such a great time. I love it when all three of the girls are at home together. We gossip, solve the worlds problems, and laugh like it is nobody's business. Wes went hunting with my dad and (surprisingly) killed another deer. We have had many delicious meals from this man versus beast experience. This is the bacon wrapped venison tenderloin I prepared. It was yummy.
Once we got back to Gulfport, we did a few chores. We un-decorated, shopped, returned a few Christmas presents, dined out, went to the movies, did a little bit of school work, and toured the Nina and the Pinta. They were docked in Gulfport over the holiday. Honestly, it was a bit costly; however, it was interesting to get perspective on the courage that Christopher Columbus and his crew had to have in order to brave the ocean in such a small and open vessel.
Notice how long my hair is... OMG, I can't even believe it.
We rang in the New Year by celebrating our friend, Julie's wedding to Jason. She threw a great party with wonderful food and friends. Wes and I were all dressed up, and we danced in 2011. Once again, no pics.
Happy New Year to all of you. I hope your year has gotten off to a fabulous start!!
Until next time...
XOXOXOXOXOXOX
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