Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 1, 2012

It can be easy to get so caught up with the fast pace of a challenging career that your life gets out of balance. Trust me, I have been there. When this happens, you find that your life isn’t as rewarding and satisfying as it once was. Luckily, it is possible to restore the balance of work, friends and family so that you can enjoy life once again. Here are 5 strategies I found helpful in finding balance.

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Simply CVS

JANUARY 30, 2012

Click image for larger view. Here is the CVS ad scan preview for the week of February 5, 2012. I will be putting up coupon match-ups for the deals before that week. Meanwhile, you can see if there are any coupons you'd like to print for items on sale at RedPlum, SmartSource, Coupon Network or Coupons. Remember, you can almost always print two of each coupon.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 30, 2012

Are you ready for some football? We ARE! Although our team isn't in the game this year.maybe next year will be our year! Whether you are hosting a Super Bowl party or attending one? Here are 20 food ideas to make and take to the festivities: Asian Chicken Wings. Roasted Garlic and Sun-Dried Tomato Hummus. Apple & Blue Cheese Turkey Burgers. Grilled Pineapple and Teriyaki Turkey Burgers.

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Nicoles Nickels

JANUARY 31, 2012

Name of Product: Little Ceasars $5 HOT-N-READY Pizza. Where to Buy: at Little Ceasars’ nationwide. Price of Product: just $5! Description of Product: How about a piping HOT-N-READY pizza for just $5? No waiting? Sounds awesome huh? You can have just that now at your local Little Caesars! So this year make sure to stop by Little Caesars soon to pick up your lunch or dinner – you can’t beat $5 for a delicious pizza!

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 3, 2012

Let’s face it, the economy stinks and there isn’t an end in sight. So what should we do about this situation when it comes to investing our hard earned money? Well, some investors have turned to gold. The Benefits of Gold Investment. You’ll be surprised to learn about all of the benefits of gold. I didn’t believe it myself until I started to research it and then discovered how lucrative it can really be compared to investing in paper.

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Simply CVS

FEBRUARY 1, 2012

Below is a list of current coupons available for the upcoming CVS weekly ad of 2/5 extra buck deals. Remember to read all the fine print on the coupons to be sure they match the product in the deal (I don't have all of them to look at). And if you wish you had more of a certain coupon, you can always order some from a coupon clipping service. Get $6 ECB wyb Zarbees Children Cough Syrup 4 oz $6 .

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Saving Cents With Sense

FEBRUARY 2, 2012

Pin It. My husband makes homemade refried beans which are outstanding! Believe me, you won’t want the canned stuff after you try this. Perfect for burritos or tostados, it also makes a perfect party dip that can add to your Super Bowl party! Ingredients : 1 lb raw pinto beans (we buy ours in bulk at costco-we make a lot of this stuff!). 4 cloves of garlic (whole). 1 large white onion. 8 serrano peppers. 1 tablespoon salt (can add more to taste).

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 30, 2012

Thrift stores are for more than just clothing, and they are great places to find used furniture for cheap. The first thing that you have to do is look at thrift stores in a new light. Some people wouldn’t be caught dead going into a thrift store, but they are often nice, clean stores where you can find great, gently used items at great prices. If you are looking for ways to cut costs in your household, you should take the time to check out some of the thrift stores in your area.

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Simply CVS

JANUARY 30, 2012

I shared earlier about a Carmex rebate--they have extended the expiration date if you missed out on the deal earlier. Here are the details from the Carmex Rebate form: To receive your rebate offer, up to $2.99 for the purchase of (Carmex Moisture Plus ultra hydrating lip balm) you must: Buy one specially marked Carmex Moisture Plus ultra hydrating lip balm between 09/01/11 and 3/15/.

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Saving Cents With Sense

FEBRUARY 2, 2012

I try to remind you each month – and now that many of your coupons are expiring, this is a great time to clean out your coupon binders, folders, etc – and donate them. Did you know that military families overseas can use coupons for up to 3 or more months AFTER the expiration date. Here’s how you can help: Send your coupons to the Overseas Coupon Program , which which helps overseas military families save money with coupons.

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Nicoles Nickels

JANUARY 31, 2012

Name of Product: Coca-Cola Arctic Home Polar Pack. Description of Product: “Polar bears have been part of Coca-Cola tradition since 1922, representing icy cold refreshment and friends and family togetherness. But the polar bears need our help in the Arctic. That’s why we’re taking action and partnering with World Wildlife Fund for a campaign called “Arctic Home.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 2, 2012

Typically, passive income is portrayed as a device for the rich to get richer. Those that have the money invest in passive investments such as rental units, property, big businesses, or large amounts of stocks that yield dividends. Each one of these investments can provide an excellent income with very little amounts of work, but they also need a large amount of up-front cash!

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Simply CVS

JANUARY 28, 2012

Here are the best deals to roll your extra bucks onto for the CVS weekly ad of 1/29/2012. Each week Sarah makes a list of the extra buck deals that will use up the least extra bucks which makes them the best to roll current extra bucks into. I've decided to share the list with all of you as many have asked which deals are to best to roll into. These will usually be the simplest deals, not ones.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 30, 2012

Monday mornings are tough to get back into the swing of things and nothing helps more than a nice cup of coffee! I am giving away another $10 Starbucks Gift Card to 2 Lucky Winners. Hurry though because this giveaway ends Wednesday 2/1/12 at 9 pm PST! WIN IT! You have 5 chances to win – you can do any of these, but please leave a comment for each one. 1) Subscribe to Saving Cents with Sense in a Reader or Email.

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Nicoles Nickels

JANUARY 30, 2012

Name of Product: 30 Days/30 Ways/30 Rewards by Tyson. Where to Buy: at grocers nationwide. Description of Product: “There is a new promotion that recently launched, and some *new* guilt-free eating tips from Lisa Lillien, the New York Times best-selling author of six books also known as Hungry Girl, who knows a thing or two about the difficulties of keeping a New Year’s resolution.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 31, 2012

When you are nearing retirement , you will want to lower risk and prepare to live on a fixed income. You may have retirement benefits coming in, but if you’ve been learning to invest or paying someone to invest on your behalf, you should have funds coming from a personal retirement account. Some retirees have real estate, stocks, mutual funds and the like but if you are really looking for specific cash flows, you might want to take a look at bond allocation in your portfolio.

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Simply CVS

JANUARY 30, 2012

Many of the Simply CVS Facebook fans, myself included, have recieved a $/$$ coupon in our online accounts. Mine is $4/20. It says expires 2/5--Sunday. Remember, that is the last day you can print it--they seem to print with an expiration date 4 days from when you print it. So wait until you are going to shop to print it. So log in and see if you have one!

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For the Mommas

JANUARY 29, 2012

Target has the trial sized bags of Iams Dog Food for $3.00. Use the new $3.00/1 1/29 P&G Iams coupon to pick them up for free. Iams Dog Food $3.00. use $3.00/1 in 1/29 P&G. Free after coupon. Thanks, Amanda. No related posts.

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Nicoles Nickels

JANUARY 30, 2012

Name of Product: Sunstar G.U.M. Products. Where to Buy: at retailers nationwide. Description of Product: “Our mission is to improve overall systemic health by helping people of all ages have stronger, healthier teeth and gums. We are committed to providing innovative, high quality oral health care products to consumers and dental professionals.

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Couponing 101

FEBRUARY 2, 2012

You can get a FREE download of the Funnix Downloadable Reading Curriculum through February 16th (regularly $38)! The Funnix website has this to say about their curriculum: “The Funnix sequence teaches 2 year’s worth of reading skills… If you’re in the market for an excellent beginning reading program, sign up for your free download of Funnix Beginning Reading.

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The Coupon Game

FEBRUARY 1, 2012

Deals in progress. This week's ad has a coupon for a $10 Publix Gift Card wyb $100 worth of groceries! View your weekly ad HERE before you head out to shop! Click HERE to view Publix's Coupon Policy and to find your store's competitors. Keep these tips in mind while saving at Publix. Publix weekly sales ads start on Wednesday or Thursday, depending on your area.

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Saving Cents With Sense

JANUARY 30, 2012

For those of you in Arizona, you can plan to head to the Phoenix zoo this Saturday, 2/4, because Tillamook is once again having the Loaf Love tour with FREE Admission to the first 100 orange-clad Tillamook fans. FREE entry starts at 9am until the limit is reached. Orange-clad fans arriving after first 100 tickets will receive $1 off admission. Participating fans may check-in at the Tillamook Baby Loaf bus located outside the Phoenix zoo main gate.

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Nicoles Nickels

FEBRUARY 2, 2012

Name of Product: Febreze CAR Vent Clips. Where to Buy: at retailers nationwide. Description of Product: “In this month’s Be the First To Know, P&G is introducing its latest innovation from Febreze. The trusted brand known for eliminating odors and providing fresh scents in your home is now putting odor elimination in overdrive with the launch of the new Febreze CAR Vent Clips.

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Couponing 101

JANUARY 30, 2012

I shared on the Couponing 101 Facebook page recently that my word for 2012 is “intentional” Despite making lots of goals, I tend to struggle with controlling my day-to-day actions to reach my desired goals. I find it pretty funny that I’m writing this post about my desire to be intentional about 2 weeks past it’s due date……I’m a work in progress.

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Saving Everyday

JANUARY 30, 2012

'); //-->. These are the free gift cards I took on our recent Disney trip. All earned from the sites mentioned in this post! I just updated this for our new readers! These are all legitimate companies that I am either currently working with or have in the past. If you are looking to make a little extra money, this is a great way to do it. I suggest signing up for more than one to find your favorites.

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For the Mommas

FEBRUARY 2, 2012

Stop into a Toys R Us store on Saturday February 4th from 12 to 2 pm where children can create a complimentary LEGO Friends Alex Lemonade Stand to take home. For each stand built, The Lego Group will donate $1.00 to the Alex Lemonade Stand Fund. Limit of one per child. Ages 5 and up. Printable Coupons Have Reset for February! Check here for all the newest coupons!

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Nicoles Nickels

FEBRUARY 1, 2012

Name of Product: Lickety Stik. Where to Buy: online or at retailers nationwide. Description of Product: “Introduced by PetSafe, Lickety Stik is an all-natural liquid pet treat available in several flavors, including Savory Chicken, Braised Liver and Smoky Bacon. The small bottle can be carried in a pocket, purse or car. With a twist of the cap, pet parents can offer a no mess treat anywhere, at any time. “To have PetSafe’s Lickety Stik featured on ‘Good Morning Americ

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Couponing 101

JANUARY 30, 2012

Hurry and print this awesome high value B1G1 Free Ocean Spray Cherry Juice Drink Printable Coupon ! Just “like” the Ocean Spray Facebook page and then click on the “Cherry Coupon” tab to print your coupon. Hurry, this coupon probably won’t be available for long! While you’re on Facebook, remember to “like” the Couponing 101 Facebook Page !

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Saving Everyday

FEBRUARY 1, 2012

'); //-->. Dine-in at PF Chang’s through Feb. 6, 2012 and you’ll receive a “Red Envelope” that you can use on your next visit for a discount of 10-50% or a free appetizer or dessert. Go HERE for details ~. And in case you missed it, you can get a FREE Order of Lettuce Wraps When You Join Warrior Rewards. P.F. Chang’s Locations. Check out the Restaurant & Dining Deals Page for more great deals!

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For the Mommas

JANUARY 31, 2012

Red Velvet Cheesecake Milkshake. Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. Whether you are looking to make a sweet treat for your sweeties or your sweetheart, here are some yummy ideas! Be sure to check out more Valentine’s Day ideas from Life. Your Way’s Finding Cupid Series here. Check out this Red Velvet Cheesecake Milkshake recipe – she had me at cheesecake and milkshake.

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Nicoles Nickels

JANUARY 30, 2012

Name of Product: Minted.com Valentine’s Day Cards and Classroom Valentine’s Day Cards. Where to Buy: at Minted.com. Price of Product: affordable! Description of Product: “For the first time, we’re offering adorable, personalized classroom sized mini-valentines that are just $16 for 15. We also have adorable valentine notebooks and full-sized cards—which are great for families that were just too busy around the holidays to get to them!

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Couponing 101

FEBRUARY 2, 2012

Here’s a great $7/1 TENA Product Printable Coupon ! It should auto-adjust to your purchase price if it is less than $7. This coupon should get you a free full-sized package of TENA pads! Thanks, Frugal 4 Four ! TENA Printable Coupon – $7 Off! is a post from Couponing 101.

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Saving Cents With Sense

FEBRUARY 3, 2012

If you are planning to pick up crafts, take this coupon to Michaels to get $5 off a $5 purchase. This coupon is valid from 2/3 through 2/4. And if you are planning any Valentine crafts, don’t forget to check out this FREE ebook with 21 Valentine Crafts. ©2009-11 Saving Cents with Sense ™, a website of Saving Sense Media LLC. All rights reserved. .

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For the Mommas

FEBRUARY 2, 2012

Get twelve free Krispy Kreme Valentine Cards when you purchase a dozen doughnuts. Each Krispy Creme Valentine Card is good for a free doughnut of choice for you or for your Valentine. Offer good for one set of twelve cards per dozen purchased. While supplies last. Printable Coupons Have Reset for February! Check here for all the newest coupons! Related posts: Brueggers Free Bagel Coupon {December 21st}.

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Fashion Without Guilt

JANUARY 30, 2012

GIVEAWAY TIME IS HERE!!! Yes, this is another watch giveaway. I could not resist. I am uberly obssessed with arm candy. Having a great timepiece with your ensemble is priceless. On my recent trip to Target , I came across this cool LOOK FOR LESS Michael Kors Rose Gold Watch. For all of you, Michael Kors Lovers out there, a Michael Kors Watch can set you back at $200 or more depending on the style.

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Couponing 101

JANUARY 30, 2012

Check your newspaper’s Redplum insert (1/29 RP) for a $1/1 Vaseline Lotion Coupon. You can use it at Walmart to get FREE Vaseline lotion! Vaseline Lotion, 3 oz 97¢. - $1/1 Vaseline Total Moisture, Aloe Fresh or Cocoa Radiant Coupon (1/29 RP). = Free. Target probably has it for the same price as well. The coupon excludes trial size, but these lotions are not trial sizes (they should be in the aisle with the regular lotions, but they might be in the trial size section).

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Saving Cents With Sense

FEBRUARY 3, 2012

If you missed the All You Magazine deal last month, I have good news! Right now, you can get a 1 year subscription for just $12 – that works out to only $1 an issue , which is a HOT price for this magazine. Normally selling for $1.67, an issue – you are getting a great savings on a magazine that is packed with coupons. If you don’t already have a subscription, make sure you grab it while it is at this low price.

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