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Frugal Deeds for the week: We are switching internet and phone provider this week, over a 12 month period, the savings will be substantial even after the purchase of a router and modem which we could have rented for $4/mo. Over 12 months, the savings will be about $420-$120= $300. Not bad. I also cashed in some mypoints for a $25 Wal-mart giftcard. I am still waiting for the $25 Barnes and Noble one. Once some points clear, I will be redeeming them for 3 $10 Panera Bread GCs. The GCs will be used for gifts - except the WM. I will use it (WM) to stock-up on staples since WM seems to be the cheapest. For entertainment this week, we have accepted a mystery shop to a "medium range" restaurant for dinner. For a little bit of work, we will be getting a nice dinner free. Mail has been great, I have gotten some nice coupons in the mail - BOGO Coupon for Starkist Tuna from PSSST, 3 meal/snack bars from Adkins, and 2 small mayo samples from Hellmans.