GSN Summer $25,000 Sweepstakes!

GSN Summer $25,000 Sweepstakes!

Summer is hot and so is the GSN summer sweeps Just imagine what’ll happen if you win a share of $25,000. Enter as many times as you want! Earn 1 entry for every $1 Token purchases,
 PLUS bonus entries when you reach $25 in Token Purchases. Prizes: June $2,500 July: $7,500 August: $15,000

Fabkids: Get a Free Outfit! ($40 Value!)

Fabkids: Get a Free Outfit! ($40 Value!)

Make sure to check your email, if you are a FabKids member! You may get an email, saying you are able to get a FREE Outfit (a $40 Value!)

Go here and sign up for you Free account.
After you sign up, click on this link (you have to have account first)
Pick out your outfit and check out and you will only pay $7.95 shipping!

**Each month FabKids will suggest an outfit. These playfully styled outfits are only $39.95. It’s easy to accept the recommended outfit in a single click either via e-mail or on the site. You may also shop the collection to choose your own outfit, or simply skip the month. There is never an obligation to buy – you may “skip” as often as you’d like. You can also cancel at any time.

Walgreens Friends and Family Coupon June 2013

Walgreens Friends and Family Coupon: Save up to 20%!

Walgreens.com has a great coupon for up to 20% off for the Friends and Family event on Wednesday, June 26th.

Print this out and use it with other coupons to maximize your savings.

See all of this weeks Walgreens Deals.

Frugal Meal Planning week of June 23rd

Happy official Summer!! We are starting to see the heat and I tend to get lazy sometimes in the kitchen.  

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Frugal ways to have a cheap summer with the kids-here are some of our tips 

Sunday  We did burgers, fries -  we had a baseball game right at dinner time so a late diner. Hubby tried to get us to go out to dinner but I said no no need to all we need was to heat up the burger

Monday        Turkey Sausages and baked spinach   (mix frozen spinach, 2 cups cottage cheese, 2 eggs and parm cheese)

Tuesday       Sandwiches we are going to a concert by the lake at dinner 


Wednesday   Chili over baked potatoes (we didn't have this last week-we did an extra night of sausages) 

Thursday      Pulled pork, mashed potatoes 


Friday    Leftover pulled pork in tortillas  and cole slaw 

Saturday Going out for dinner for our anniversary 


Are you looking for even more menu ideas check out  Monday meal plans at organizing 

Home Depot: $10 off $100 June 2013 Coupon Code!

Home Depot: $10 off $100 Coupon Code!

$10 Off $100 or more at checkout at Home Depot.   If you are working on any projects this is great time to buy some supplies! 

Use promo code: JUNEHD. Some exclusions apply. Valid June 17th thru June 23rd 

Save $100 Off Sylvan Learning plus free consultation

You don't want the kids to get rusty over the summer with their reading, writing and math kids-give them a heads up for the fall. 

 

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Programs are available for students in grades Pre-K –12: Math, Reading, Writing, Study skills, Homework help, Test prep, SAT*/ACT® prep, College prep

Sign up and receive a telephone call to discuss a personalized solution that will boost the skills of your child with one of Sylvan’s dedicated education experts – for FREE!

You’ll also get $100 off your program, so head over to Sylvan to get started!

Resolve Stain Remover Enter to Win Contest

 

 Click ‘share a stain tip’ and login with Facebook for the chance to win a weekly prize from Resolve. Click above to enter!

They are giving away two Mongoose XR200 mountain bikes, three Minden Grill Company 30,000 BTU Master Grills, a Nikon 1S1 10.1 MP HD Digital Camera, and a Ferrino Chaos 3 tent.

Click on the banner to get started!

Get $20 Back On Your Groceries with MySupermarket

MySupermarket is the best way to buy your groceries, period. It’s like a virtual store only it always has what you want and everything is on sale. Join today to check it out. It automatically finds you the best value for the products you want and even recommends other ways to stretch the savings further. Joining today will save you $20 off your first order so get your cart and start shopping!

Frugal Meal Planning week of June 16th

School is out for summer! We got the pool open and the boys have bee spending hours in it! I love this time of the year. Ask me in  August if I am ready for school to start again.   We got some camps starting in a few weeks. 

Dinners during the summer tend to be a little bit more casual more sandwiches etc  dinners may change nightly based on days. However we are not planning on going out to eat! 

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Frugal ways to have a cheap summer with the kids-here are some of our tips 

Sunday  We did burgers, fries - kind of simple for Father's Day 

Monday      Chicken drum sticks, 

Tuesday       Chili  over baked potatoes 


Wednesday  Turkey sausage and spaghetti  

Thursday    Sandwiches 


Friday   Breakfast for dinner 

Saturday Homemade pizza 


Are you looking for even more menu ideas check out  Monday meal plans at organizing 

Crocs on sale Toddlers, Kids, Women and Men shoes

Zulily has Crocs for the WHOLE Family on sale – toddlers  kids, Women and Men!

As a reminder, you do need to be a member of Zulily to shop. It is FREE to join and there is no obligation to buy. No need to give a credit card without a purchase.

Head to zulily to find yours!

Get a JCPenney $10 off $30 coupon via Text!

JCPenny: $10 Off a $30 Coupon!!!

There is a new JCPenney $10 off a $30 coupon available for you to use in-stores or online.  You will need to text: NEW to 527463. Make sure you follow the instructions that you receive in the text that JCP sends to your phone.

You will start receiving coupons via text from JCP as they become available.

Free Flatbread coupon from Chili's!

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Join the Chili's email club to get your free full-size flatbread, and you'll also get the latest happening and exclusive offers.

Chili's is giving away one million of their NEW freshly-baked flatbreads. Loaded with signature toppings on a crispy crust, it's a taste not to be missed. Claim your free flatbread* before they're gone and get to your local Chili's! 

*Free full-size flatbread when you join Chili's Email Club. 

Printable Famous Footwear June 2013 15% off coupon

TAKE AN EXTRA 15% OFF YOUR NEXT VICTORY! Print your coupon to shop in-store at Famous Footwear 6/12 - 6/16


Print out the coupon here 

How to buy a used car the right way

One of the biggest issues I see financially for people is cars.  I have seen new  car loans of 6-7 years now that are $400-$500 a month.  Yikes how can you afford to do that even if you plan on driving it to the ground.  My personal rule is buying a car several years old and then driving it into ground.  I currently have a 2001 mini van that I purchased in 2005 and my husband vehicle is 2005 purchased in 2009.  

A big excuse I hear from people is that you are buying someone's else problems when you buy a used car. Not necessarily the case if you do your research! 

The Carfax

We have all seen the commercials with the little fox popping up between a salesman and the customer telling the dealer to show the carfax. Carfax is the leading database on automotive histories and provides the history of the vehicle including accident damage, number of owners, mileage markings at various stages, then a vehicle has been declared a total loss, as well as service and maintenance history. Most dealerships have access to Carfax and use it regularly themselves and give access to customers for FREE! . Request to see the Carfax report, as any retail seller will have it. If a dealer doesn't willingly supply you with the report you may want to look at another car or dealer. If you do your homework on- line before going to the dealer or you are purchasing from an individual that may not have a report for you, you can access it for about $30 by going to the website; all you need to do is have the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).

Warranty History Report

Running a Warranty History Report is second nature to an authorized dealer. The report will list all repairs performed on a vehicle throughout the warranty period. It is best to buy a used car from the dealer that sells the same brand of new cars so if you are buying a used Chevy, try to buy it from a Chevrolet new car dealership. If you are buying a Chevy from a Toyota dealer -you can take the VIN from one dealer and walk into another. Ask the service department for a warranty history report which will show all the repairs the vehicle had under warranty.

Bring a Mechanic

It doesn't hurt to take your own mechanic with you when examining a used car. Have them in to look at the car, drive it, check under the hood and look underneath the carriage. A well trained mechanic can tell if the vehicle has been properly maintained or if it has been damaged in an accident, and they will tell you what you can expect in the way of repairs.

 Read All Paperwork

Whether the car you buy is new or used, there is a plethora of papers that have to be signed. There is no better time for a dealer to slip something past you, such as a disclosure that says "the dealer has made no representations regarding the history of this vehicle." If you followed the advice above, and got answers to your questions, the dealer did indeed make representations about the vehicle, and it would be foolish to sign or initial something saying he did not.

CVS and Rite Aid Diaper Deals Week of June 9th

CVS Diaper  Deals 

Pampers Jumbo Pack Diapers – $9.99
Use $1.50/1 Pampers Diapers coupon
Get $3 Extra cash bucks s when you buy 1 (Limit 1)
= $5.49

Rite-Aid Diaper Deals 

(2) Huggies  Little Swimmers – 2/$15
Use (2) $1.50/1 Huggies Little Swimmers coupon
Get $5 + UP Rewards WYB 2 (Limit 2)
= $7 for 2 ($3.50 each)

Huggies Big Pack Diapers – $19.99
Use $2/1 Huggies Diapers coupon
= $17.99

Pampers Jumbo Pack Diapers or Easy Ups – $8.99
Use $1.50/1 Pampers Diapers coupon

= As low as $7.49 

Walgreens Infant Care Coupon Book-More than $23 in Savings June 2013

New Walgreens Infant Care Coupon Book-More than $23 in Coupons!

Make sure to check your Walgreens for this new Infant Care Coupon book! There are more than $23 in coupons inside including:

$1.00/1 Gentle Naturals Product
$1.00/1 Playtex Brand Baby Item
$2.00/1 Enfamil Infant Formula 22.2 oz +
$3.00/1 Colic Calm or Tummy Calm
$2.00/2 Pampers Jumbo Diapers
$1.00/1 Disney Baby Daily Renewal Baby Bath Items 15 oz
$2.00/1 Similac Powder 22 oz + or any PediaSure Product
$2.00/1 Triple Paste or Triple Cream Product
$1.00/1 Baby Magic Product
$2.o0/1 SheaMoisture Baby Product
$1.00/1 Live Clean Baby Product
$5.00/$30.00 On Your First Online Order
30% Off Photo Books

Check out Walgreens deals for this week!

Frugal Meal Dinner Planning week of June 9th

Getting into the end of the school year craziness. I have been subbing on a regular basis. 

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Sunday  We had a neighborhood block party kick off the summer!   Each family brings their own meat and a a side dish. 

Monday        Leftovers from the  cookout 

Tuesday     Easy lazy man cabbage rolls   click for recipe. 


Wednesday   Breakfast for dinner requested  by the kids 

Thursday    Leftover easy lazy man cabbage rolls 


Friday  

Pork chops, green beans, baked potatoes

Saturday  Pizza 

Are you looking for even more menu ideas check out  Monday meal plans at organizing 

College Student Lived In A Van To Escape Student Loan Debt

Ken Ilgunas paid off a $32,000 student loan and finished a second degree with money to spare by  secretly living in his van for two years. 

By braving roadside public toilets, a bean-heavy diet (kind of Dave Ramsey  like)  and mice scampering where he slept, the native New Yorker gained a masters degree at Duke University and a lifetime of incredible memories.  

But one of the many downsides was that he couldn't tell other students, in case they reported him to security who would have kicked him off the campus parking lot.

Ken shares his story in his new book Walden on Wheels: On The Open Road from Debt to Freedom

It's a shame that college costs have reached such levels that Ken had to take such actions, though obviously a great credit to him that he did it.

Blogger opp Back to school giveaway

Back to School Blast Event

Hosted by: Mom Powered Media

Prize: $1,000 in Gift Cards up for grabs!

Event dates: 7/1 - 8/1

Free Blogger Event: Sign Up HERE

Kiss the Cook Rachael Ray Cookware giveaway

Kiss the Cook Event 

Organized by: Mom to Bed by 8

I enjoy cooking for my family and we eat at home most of the nights since I tend to be on self imposed eating in challenges. I have been a fave of Rachael Ray since her Food tv days! So  I am excited that I have team up with other Mommy bloggers to give away her cookware!

Prize Package Includes:

Rachael Ray Hard Anodized II 10 piece Set

Create super-nutritious and innovative meals that are never boring with the help of Rachael Ray cookware. Create Rachael's Vegetable Cacciatore by browning vegetables in the saute pan while the accompanying whole wheat penne bubbles away in the stockpot. Or try adding a little spice to a simple lunchtime meal with a chipotle grilled cheese sandwich browned to perfection in one of the skillets. Rachael Ray Hard-Anodized cookware is the perfect combination of durability and style, and this 10-piece set certainly fits the bill. This set has all the essential pieces to make memorable meals every day. Hard-anodized construction provides even heat, helping to reduce "hot spots" that can burn food, and it�۪s coated with a durable nonstick both inside and out for exceptional food release and easy clean up. The tempered glass lids allow you to monitor your food while it cooks, keeping heat and moisture sealed in. Grippy handles feature striking orange padding for a comfortable feel. This cookware is oven safe to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and dishwasher safe for convenient, fast and simple cleanup. Set includes 1-Quart and 2-Quart Covered Saucepans 6-Quart Covered Stockpot 3-Quart Covered Saute 8.5-Inch and 10-Inch Skillets

Rachael Ray Bakeware Set - Orange (5 Pc)

This Rachael Ray 5-Piece Nonstick Bakeware Set is perfect for sweet and savory dishes alike. With five versatile pieces, this set has what you need for baking everything from fresh cookies to decadent cakes and breads, but Rach uses this set for so much more. The cookie sheet is perfect for roasting vegetables or oven fries; the rectangular cake pan is the perfect size and shape for a cheesy lasagna; the loaf pan is the essential pan for homestyle meatloaf; and the round cake pans fit the bill for quiches or a zesty chicken tortilla casserole. Rachael Ray bakeware is made from durable carbon steel that can bake over and over again with the same great results. The grippy handles provide a firm grasp when pulling items from a hot oven. The sturdy construction also resists warping so cakes and pies come out perfectly round every time. This bakeware is oven safe to 500 degrees Fahrenheit for convenience and a portion of the proceeds from this purchase goes to Yum-o!, Rachael�۪s nonprofit organization that helps kids and their parents develop healthy relationships with food and cooking. Set includes 10-Inch x 15-Inch cookie sheet 9-Inch x 13-Inch cake pan 9-Inch x 5-Inch loaf pan Two 9-Inch round cake pans

Rachael Ray Nylon Tool Set - Orange (6 Pc)

These slender spoons are lightweight and easy to hold. Fill your kitchen drawer with these must have tools. The flat head on this ladle mean no more pan-tilting so you get every last drop, just glide and remove. This classic whisk stands alone with it's wide base and easy to grip handle. It gets the job done and keeps your counter clean. The long flexible heads on these Spatulas can flip everything from delicate eggs to juicy steaks. The open design lets grease fall back into the pan instead of landing on your plate. Thank you to each reader who is taking the time to visit, read and entering to win this fabulous prize package. Do take a moment to also visit our lovely co-hosts whom without them great things such as these would not be possible: Making Memories With Your Kids, TOTS-Business Resources for Bloggers and Business Moms, Monica's Rants Raves Reviews, My Vegan Gluten-Free Life, Ultimate Coupon Club, Capri's Coupons, Ramblings of a Coffee Addicted Writer, The Mandatory Mooch, Quick Tattletails and Cloth Diaper Addicts.

One lucky reader will receive a Rachael Ray Cookware Prize Package!

Giveaway ends June 24th at 11:59pm, open to US and Canada residents, ages 18+. To enter please use the Rafflecopter form below. Good luck.

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Old Navy $10 off In-Store Coupon June 2013

Old Navy $10 off In-Store Coupon

Head on over to the Old Navy Facebook page where you can get a $10 off $50 purchase in-store coupon. This coupon is valid through June 19 2013 

Free Donuts on National Donut Day June 7th

Free Donuts on National Donut Day 6/7

National Donut Day is  June 7th. Check out all these deas for free donuts!
Free Donuts at Kangaroo Express on National Donut Day! 

In order to celebrate National Donut Day on 6/7, Kangaroo Express will be giving away FREE donuts from 7am to 9am!

Free Donut at Dunkin Donuts

To celebrate National Donut Day, a holiday that is near and dear to DD hearts, they’re providing our guests with a sweet offer to make this day even more special. On June 7,Dunkin Donuts guests will receive a FREE donut of their choice with the purchase of any beverage at participating U.S. Dunkin’ Donuts restaurants while supplies las

FREE Donut at Shipley, Tim Horton’s and LaMar’s

You can get a FREE Donut at Shipley, Tim Horton’s and LaMar’s on National Donut Day (6/7). Please refer to each coupon for complete details.

Free Doughnut at Krispy Kreme

From Krispy Kreme Facebook Page:

Celebrate National Doughnut Day! Stop In For A Free Sweet Treat Stop in to Krispy Kreme on June 7 for a FREE doughnut of any variety. No purchase necessary.

Kohls: $10 off $30 Coupon + 15% off Code June 2013

Kohls: $10 off $30 Coupon + 15% off Coupon Code!  Perfect for Father's Day 

Kohls.com has a new coupon code where you can take 15% off your purchase of Men’s apparel and dress and casual shoes. Use coupon code: DADSDAY15 at check out. If you are shopping in-store, you can print out your Kohls coupon. 

Coupon is good for $10 off your $30 purchase of Men’s apparel and shoes and dress shoes. 

This deal is valid from June 2nd  – June 16th 2013 

How to pay off your student loans debt faster

Have you just graduated from college or know someone who recently did with student loans?  The average American college graduate takes 10 years  

Here are some tips to pay off your student loans faster 

Avoid the lavish Lifestyle 
You don't need to go on a big graduation vacation trip or out to dinner  and drinks every night 

Don't have mad money-

Anytime you have extra cash (ie bonuses or a raise) apply to your student loan 

Pay attention to Details  

Make sure that they are applying to principle and not the future interest-sometimes 


Move back home with Mom and Dad 

This could be your biggest booster to snowball your student loan . Apartment rentals cost $700-$1000 even if you are sharing rent with a friend. 

Check out the whole story on Fox News  of how how graduate did it within 1 year 

Frugal Meal Planning week of June 2nd

Happy June!  Last week was so crazy-   I subbed all 4 days at the elementary school for a 1st grade classroom.  I got to go on a field trip plus my boys after school activities. My hubby was out of town for work so I hardly got a chance to use the computer. 

Chicken bruschetta  bake  

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Sunday  Cookout at my sisters for my Mom's birthday. I made some pasta salad, brought the drinks and our own meat.  We do potluck here 

Monday        Pork chops and leftover pasta salad 

Tuesday    Roasted chicken, mashed potatoes  and green beans 


Wednesday   Layered ground turkey casserole Layered ground turkey in crockpot (simply layered ground turkey, brown rice, tomato sauce, and black beans and cook on low for 8 hours-very good!

Thursday     Chicken bruschetta  bake  with leftover chicken 


Friday  Leftover layered ground turkey casserole in tortillas 

Saturday  Pizza 

Are you looking for even more menu ideas check out  Monday meal plans at organizing