Only in a Small Town
I grew up in a small town, I mean really small town. Population 150. I moved away 23 years ago knowing I would never make that my home, but I love love to visit. There are things that take place in a small town that you read about, and you always wonder, “Do they really [...]
Stockpiling vs. Just Plain Ole’ Shopping
This is just a reminder of what I do and how I do it. Lately when I have been seen out shopping, people see me with my coupons and they ask me how I do it. This is for you. Plus it just a good reminder for those of us that have lost focused. I [...]
Didn’t Save for College? There is Still a Way to Pay
Parade magazine had a big article on the ways to save and pay for college. I even saw someone do a post on it, and basically they quoted all the Parade had to say. I thought it was good information, but it was all about how to save for college. (If you have the means, [...]
Noho’s Restaurant Coupon with Groupon
You know me the foodie, that can’t get enough of the Portland food. The other day I said to my husband “I am craving Noho’s“ and what do you know, today’s Groupon is for Noho’s. This is a great Hawaiian Cafe that serves not only great food, but serves it in very large portions. All [...]
Make That Plain T-Shirt Stylish For FREE
This was quite a stretch for me! So if I can do it, anyone can. I saw this t-shirt redo on a post last week and was so excited about the possibility that I started digging through my closet immediately for the perfect shirt. I couldn’t find a shirt right away to do the project [...]
Eversave $1 for $18 Worth of Nuts
Eversave is yet another group buying site. Like I say every time I see another one come out, it is just saving us money, and that I love. Eversave is offering $18 worth of nuts for $6, from Nutty Guys. BUT if you sign up today using just your email address you will earn $5 [...]
Family Circle Magazine $3.50
Right now Tanga.com is offering Family Circle magazine for just $3.50. The magazine publishes 15 issues a year. Right now you can subscribe to 4 years at this annual price. Use the coupon code “FAMILY” to get the price to drop down to $3.50. Also you can get Star Magazine for just $8.99. This one [...]
Great Prices on Clothes at Target
We are trying real hard this year to stay on pretty tight back to school budget. My kids are ok with getting more clothes in January, so stocking up a little right now is all we are really doing. Last week we went to Target. My daughter found 2 pairs of jeans each $20. I [...]
Are You Really Getting the Best Deal?
If you remember correctly I wrote a post a while back about the 10 Ways to Keep From Getting Suckered into a Good Deal. I wrote this because of all the new group buying sites that are out there. (I am going to list them again, because it just baffles me how many there are.) [...]
A Whole Lot of Frugal Going On
Today I have a Guest Post over at Frugal Living NW. You have heard me mention this sight many times. I love having a local deal blog that I can follow so I can save on all my grocery and household needs. If you are coming over from Frugal Living NW, I thank you for [...]
With the economy the way it is, it seems like everyone is cutting back and trying hard not to spend money aimlessly on things. I think this is great. This is something that many people have needed to do for years now. But with so many blogs out there filled with all types of money saving tips, which I too will share, there comes a point where you feel guilty buying something that you truly want or enjoy, but you need to know, it's ok to splurge every now and then.
