4/30 Expressions

The excitement in the mail? Aveeno Anti-aging cream. I got it from my Bzzzz Agent to try. I will be giving it a whirl. They also sent samples/coupons. I will be handing out a few to a few work-mates - I don't think they will be offended :) One of the yellow irises fell over - didn't want it to go to waste - so, now it is in a bud vase with another iris. Nice to bring the outside in. This time I won't remind my husband that I "saved him $30".

4/29 Expressions

Mail - a survey check - which is always nice. My daughter won a poster contest. The local chapter of the association had a presentation at a local college. She and my husband went and she was presented with a nice plaque. She also got to meet an astronaut who gave each of them a signed picture. They were also given some nice freebies, including a fleece blanket. They also got a free lunch. These were bonuses for effort.

4/28 Expressions

The only excitement in the mail was a DVD set from cashing in some Pepsi Stuff points. The other excitment is, my daugher owns just over 2 shares of Wrigley's stock. I think I purchased it through "Sharebuilders" a couple of years ago because I read they sent a box of gum to shareholders. I thought that would be exciting for her - and a box of gum every year, a good return for a few shares of stock. We never got a box of gum from Wrigley's - perhaps Sharebuilders did? Anyway, since the merger with Mars Candy was announced - my daughter is $14.XX a share richer today :) You think Mars will send a box of candy? I am sure it would make investing in stocks much more exciting for her.

4/27 Expressions

I stayed within my grocery budget when I went shopping today. Gas has jumped another 20 cents a gallon from last week. Right after filling up, I went into the grocery store. The lady in front of me started complaining right after her bill was totaled - almost $140. She turned to me and said said, "You know the sad thing? I didn't buy any meat." I hit two grocery stores and CVS - on my route to the gas station. What I have noticed is, that I am buying just enough. I don't want any waste. So, instead of buying all different types of fruit, I bought small quantities of 3 types - and they were the cheapest - watermelon, strawberries, and banana. This weeks veggies were in a couple of cans because I still have an unopened bag of salad, and 2 bags of carrots (mini and "regular") from last week. My frivolous buys this week, the 1 cent penny item was a 1/2 gallon of Publix brand tea - a treat for my daughter. Also, I finally got around to doing the Michaelo Angelo frozen gourmet meal deal - buy 5 and mail in the UPCs/receipt and get 5 coupons for 5 more. They look delicious - and will be quick meals for this week - and "free" when I buy them next time. While I made lunch for my husband and daughter, mine was soup made from bits of leftover veggies and a bit of provolone cheese. It was quite tasty. So, not much going into the compost this week.

4/26 Expressions

We are normally DIYers. Our lawn needs help (neglected by the former owners)- and we have tried a few things. Our neighbors hire professional help - and to be quite honest - we can tell a difference. Well, we got a call from a lawn care company today - they gave DH a quote. More than I want to spend - but, perhaps with a few treatments we can reguvenate it and save money in the long run and keep our neighbors happy too. So, out of habit, I asked my husband - while he was holding the phone - do they offer a discount (doesn't hurt to ask) - and he asked. Yup, 20% off the first treatment and 5% thereafter and we can quit the treatments when we want to (aka - no contract). A bit vain and conforming - perhaps - but, at least I got a frugal jab in :)

4/25 Expressions

My daughter took this picture. How is it frugal? A frugal person asked if anyone wanted any Iris bulbs - just pay postage. I paid under $6 for priority shipping of 20 bulbs. Aren't they gorgeous! You never know when you will find a treasure.

4/24 Expressions

I worked late today and really couldn't think of much frugal that happened. However, I just redeemed enough mypoints to get a $10 Papa John's pizza gift card. I think I will include it as part of a birthday gift for my dear husband. That is one of his favorite pizzas - and I have a coupon for a buy 1 get 1 free - to stretch it further - to freeze? Today was pay day too. Tomorrow, we will be sending an extra chunk to the mortgage company towards "Principal Only". We want to pay that last mortgage off as soon as possible - so that we can be debt free again too.