4/29 Expressions

Wow - another month almost gone! In the last couple of days, I redeemed some mypoints for a $10 Barnes & Noble gc and Swagbucks for a $5 Amazon.com gc. We will shortly be taking that trip for my daughter to get her poster contest prize - so, I haven't made time to try my buzz agent Revitalift products yet. I have peaked around the yard and some seeds have started to sprout. I see pea plants, beans, and lettuce . . . and flowers, mainly roses and wisteria.

4/25 Expressions

Frugal deeds for the day: I enjoy sewing - so, I did some alterations on my daughter's clothes (hem, fix hole, etc.). Then, I went to Kohl's w/my $10 GC. I got a realistic looking orchid - originally marked $29.99 (before tax) for $2.15 total. Then to the grocery store with coupons. I wanted to stay under $35 - and with a meat rebate - I did. I stuck to a list and mainly got fruits and veggies. This morning for breakfast, I used up 1 egg, left over onion, and spinach from indoor "garden" and a bit of cheese for a delicious meal. I did a few unfrugal things today also - but, I will keep them to myself :)

4/22 Expressions

To save a bit of $ on eating out or entertainment - I have several local T.V. stations website links to weekly 1/2 price gift certificate deals. After all this time, I paid attention to a radio ad - and they have one too. So, now I need to "check-out" all of local radio stations to book mark them. I have found that more and more types of gift certificates are being sold. It used to be mainly eateries. Now there are garden center gc's, movie theater gc's, etc.

4/21 Expressions

Are you a Buzz Agent? I haven't participated heavily,but today,I received Revitalift for the day and evening. I also received a rebate check. We are gearing up for the business/pleasure trip next week. Also, watch your mail if you have a Kohl's in your area. Yesterday, I received a $10 GC - no strings attached. Also, if you have a Ben & Jerry's - today is free cone day.

4/15 Expressions

We got in on a few "Tax Day" freebies/cheapies. We had dinner at P F Changs - and got the 15% discount and the free scoop from Maggie Moos. We got discounted show tickets to enjoy this weekend (not exactly a Tax Day sale - but an anniversary sale).

4/10 Expressions

I checked paycheck amount that was direct deposited yesterday and it was up $56 thanks to the economic stimulus. More than I expected - so, I was pleasantly surprised. We paid our taxes today instead of waiting another few days. Flowers are starting to bloom in the yard.

4/9 Expressions

Keep your eyes peeled for April 15th freebies. I saw one earlier today - but forgot it already - but I checked my e-mail box and Maggie Moo's is offering a free single scoop. I am sure more will follow. I attended a trade show at work today - got lots of interesting freebies - including a seeds in recycled materials - ready to plant.

4/4 Expressions

The best way to save money is to not spend it. But anyway, since Steinmart sent me coupons in my e-mail box - I just went. The additional 50% off on Household items worked out great for me. Our last trip to spruce up the beach condo, I ended up spending close to $100 for new coverlet for the bed. I got a nice one, with shams, skirt, etc. for $34 - a business expense. I also got some nice embellished towels $3 - $5 each. Also this weekend, I started sewing a dress for my daughter - now I need to so some "hand work" - so, I am taking it to work to do during my lunch break. I also planted some more seeds. I made up my own method - the lazy method, I sprinkled seeds and covered them with potting soil. I am going to let the seeds grow with the weeds. I asked my husband not to mow in the area. I am not a fan of carpeting - so, my husband is slowly ripping it out and replacing it. But, we still have plenty left. So, today we rented a carpet cleaning machine from Publix. It is much cheaper to do it yourself than to hire it out.

4/3 Expressions

My daughter went to the movies with friends so my husband and I went Krogering. We stayed under budget and we usedd a bunch of coupons. But he was more impressed with the shopping at our first stop - Walgreens. For tax only, I got 6 Mentos gums and a Glade soy candle. Also, I mentioned I had to go to a baby shower this month. After coupons, I spent around $5 for: $10 pack of Huggies diapers, 7th Generation Organic wipes, 2 bars of Johnson's Buddies bath soap, a smaller container of baby powder, gift bag from the Dollar Tree, tissues from my stash and I will include the sample diapers each wrapped from Huggies sent to me in the mail.

4/2 Expressions

On the new tenant who wants to buy the house - he still wants to buy it - but apparently has one on the market he has to sell first. So, for now, in his rental contract - he has a right of first refusal. Other frugal things I did this week, I took 11 items to the consignment store and picked up two small checks. Dinner tonight was cooked in the crockpot. I also cut a fabric I've had around here forever to make my daughter a dress.