Coupon Inserts 1/2

In the Sunday newspaper, we can expect up to 5 inserts!!!! 1 General Mills, 2 RedPlum and 2 Smartsource

Merry Christmas to all!

We wanted to wish everyone happy holidays! My whole family was together for Christmas tonight and we are are blessed to have had dinner together, exchanged gifts and family fun!
Angie and I and our families are also truly thankful for our church, our pastor, and the many friends we have made. We have a praise band that is out of this world for the ministry they provide, which is the gift of song and instrumental talents.
Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good night.

Coupon Inserts 12/26

We can expect 1 P&G insert in the Sunday newspaper.

5 days til Christmas...

Can you believe it? Our house has been crazy...but productive. I was able to work on a gingerbread house with my youngest daughter, got my wrapping just about finished as well as picking up last minute gifts. Enjoy the season!
We wanted to list the last 5 days of programming highlights on ABC Family. This really isn't too Christmas like, but we watched "Marmeduke" tonight.
Tuesday, 12/21 6 pm Miracle on 34th Street and 8:30 pm Polar Express
Wednesday, 12/22 8 pm The Santa Clause and 10 pm Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause
Thursday, 12/23 8:30 pm Home Alone 2: Lost in New York
Friday, 12/24 All day, Holiday Classics Marathon
Saturday, 12/25 7 pm Dr. Seuss, How the Grinch Stole Christmas

A Christmas Recipe

Take a bit of cheerfulness,
A pinch of laughter, too,
Next take a cup of thoughtfulness
And stir them through and through.

Add to this tranquility,
A verse of "Silent Night"
That ever quiet we may be
When God sends His holy light.

Gently fold in some tenderness,
A handclasp or smile will do,
Perhaps it could be a fond caress,
Or a rose with a drop of dew.

Set aside a moment while you go
For spices, herbs, a scent of pine...
For music and fun, a candle's glow.

Now mix and stir and fold again,
Then add some mistletoe,
A bit of faith, and love, and then
Into the oven your cake must go.

Where warmth and affection will combine
To make this cake come true,
Garnish with happiness, truth so fine,
Enough for you, and you!

Cut a piece, but save some too
For every day of the year.
Serve with a prayer for peace on earth,
And a heavenly kingdom near.

-Evy Reis-

Bass Pro Shops

Free Craft
December 14-16, 5 to 7 pm
December 18 & 19, 12 to 5 pm
Reindeer Ornament

Cookie Decorating
December 21-23, 5 to 7 pm

Free Gingerbread Bandz December 14-16
Free Santa Bandz December 21-23
(to the first 150 kids to visit Santa's Wonderland)

Bridgewater Falls

Purchase a $50 Bridgewater Falls gift card and get a $10 gift card free!

Saturday, December 18 at Chili's
Breakfast with Santa, 9 to 10:30 am
Reservations required, 895-6800

Saturday, December 18, 10:30 to 11 am
Storytime with Mrs. Claus
Books-A-Million

Thru December 23, 9 am to 9 pm
Live Christmas trees, wreath and roping

ABC Family Channel

To get into the spirit, on Saturday Dec. 11, there will be a holiday movie marathon all day!

Christmas Season

December is moving along so quickly. We want to encourage you and your family to remember the reason for the season! Here are some suggestions for family activities:

* Sing carols together
* Decorate the christmas tree
* Set up the nativity
* Make christmas gift tags
* Shop for a toy to donate to a shelter
* Deliver the toy to a shelter
* Do a good deed for a neighbor
* Read the christmas story from the bible
* Invite a family to attend christmas services with you

Christmas Programs!

Tuesday, December 7
ABC Family 8 pm/7c Frosty's Winter Wonderland
ABC 8 pm, A Charlie Brown Christmas

Bass Pro Shops

Free Snowman Bandz for first 150 kids to visit Santa's Wonderland on Dec. 7 thru 9. There is also a free wooden ornament craft project Dec. 7 thru 9, 5 to 7 pm. This same craft is available to make Dec. 11 and 12 from noon to 5 pm.

ABC Family

Monday 12/6
7 pm/6c Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer and the Island of Misfit Toys

Starbucks

12 days of sharing, Dec. 5, Frosted Starbucks Tumbler $6.99. (regular 10.95)

Coupon Inserts 12/5

We can expect 1 RedPlum and 1 Smartsource insert in the Sunday newspaper.

Starbucks

The 12 days of sharing deal for Saturday, December 4: Coffee and Treats Gift Pack is $8.99. This is regular $12.95!

Old Navy

Saturday, Dec. 4
Swanky Tanks, $5
In store only, for women and girls
limit 5

Holiday Trimmings

A few easy ways to decorate...
you can create a centerpiece, decorate a mantel, dress up a table...
use candle holders, vases, juice glasses and add sprigs of evergreen, like spruce, pine, magnolia and eucalyptus. These fragrant pieces will be the center of attention!

Uno Chicago Grill

Kids eat free on Tuesdays! (see restaurant for details)
Union Centre, West Chester location

Free Holiday Event

Niederman Farm's Christmas Walk
5:30 to 10 pm thru Dec. 30
4972 LeSourdsville-West Chester Dr.
Liberty Township
513-887-0725

Starbucks

Good December 2, only!
Buy 1 lb. of Christmas blend coffee and get one free!

More Christmas Shows!

More highlights of Christmas shows on ABC Family!
Wednesday, 12/1 8 pm/7c Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas
Thursday, 12/2 7 pm/6c The Santa Claus
Friday, 12/3 8:30 pm/7:30c The Polar Express

Holiday Shows

For those who love the holiday specials on tv, Tuesday, November 30, will be your night.
Christmas in Rockefeller Center, 8 pm on NBC
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, 8 pm on CBS
Shrek the Halls, 8:30 pm on ABC

Walgreens Money Maker

Here is how to work the Secret and Olay sales this week,still plenty time to get those extra coupons!

Buy 4 Secret 2-packs $4.79 each (two will ring up at $2.40) = $14.38
Buy 5 Lotion $4.99 each = $24.95
Buy 5 Body Wash $2.49 each (these are the “second item” at 50% off) = $12.48
Buy 1 Trial Sized Secret $.99
TOTAL: $51.81

Now we’ll redeem our Manufacturers Coupons
- $2 from (4) $.50/1 Secret Antiperspirants from the 11/28 P&G
- $25 from (5) $5.00/1 Olay Bodywash wyb 1 Secret from the 10/31 P&G
- $24.95 from (5) Free Olay Lotion wyb 1 Olay Bodywash from the 11/28 P&G
FINAL OOP: – $.14 add a cheapie fill in


Lastly, submit for the $20 rebate and…

You’ll make $20.14 buying $19 items!!!

Menu Mondays

It has been awhile since we have posted our weekly menu. I have been faithful about posting mine on my frig from August til present. I know there are many of you with turkey leftovers! We made turkey noodle soup today! I have to admit, we are kinda making alot of crockpot meals this week that do not include turkey.

Dinners:
Monday - baked pork chops, roasted potatoes and broccoli
Tuesday - homemade veggie soup, sugar free jello topped with lite cool whip
Wednesday - spaghetti and garlic bread
Thursday - soup beans with ham, cornbread
Friday - shrimp, cream of broccoli over pasta
Saturday - london broil, baked potatoes, corn

Lunches - leftover soup, noodles topped with cheese, grilled cheese, tomato soup, turkey sandwiches

Breakfast - breakfast tacos (homemade), peaches, bananas, oatmeal, cereal, toast

Holiday in Lights

Sharon Woods, November 19 thru January 1
Sunday thru Thursday 6 to 9 pm
Friday and Saturdays 6 to 10 pm
$12 per car

Coupon Inserts 11/28

We can expect 1 P & G insert in the Sunday newspaper.

Thanksgiving

We hope everyone had a great holiday with family and friends. I am thankful to my sister and her husband for hosting our Thanksgiving lunch this year.

West Chester Library

Holiday movies at the library!

Saturday, December 11
10:30 am in the community room
The Polar Express

Thursday, December 14
7 pm in the community room
A Christmas Carol
Animated, featuring the voice of Jim Carrey
Rated PG, 96 minutes

Meijer

Thursday only sale! 6 am til midnight!

Paper Jamz Guitar $17
Lounge Pants for the family $5
Acer One Notebook, purple only, $189.99
Hot wheels or matchbox singles 50 cents
Gift Wrap 59 cents
2 liter 7 up brands 69 cents

Check out the ad in depth at www.meijer.com

Ikea

Free Breakfast
Nov. 26 thru Nov. 28
Limit one per customer. Offer valid for one breakfast (99 cent value) and one cup of coffee (value 99 cents)

Whole Foods

Saturday, Nov. 20
Sprouts in the Kitchen - Apple Pie Dip
10 am, free, but please register
Ages 5 - 12
This is a dip perfect for your holiday celebrations!

Sunday, Nov. 21
Coffee-ology Coffee Tasting
12 noon, free
In the cafe, all things coffee
Includes coffee and food pairings

Today

God gave you a gift of 86,400 seconds today. Have you used one to say thank you?
William A. Ward

Cleaning on a Budget

We have $1 solutions!
Baking Soda (16 ozs), you can deodorize carpets by sprinkling with baking soda and leaving on overnight, vacuum in the morning.
Put a little baking soda on a sponge to wipe down your bathroom sink and tub.
Freshen laundry by adding 1/4 cup to the rinse cycle.
White Vinegar, you can prevent mildew, wipe your fridge with a 50/50 water-vinegar solution and clean windows with that same solution. Make it in a spray bottle.
Brighten whites by adding 1/2 cup to the rinse cycle.
Lemon, purify your microwave. Warm a heat resistant bowl filled with water and a few slices of lemon for 30 seconds.
Remove stains, apply juice to white and colarfast garments, then let them dry in the sun.

Starbucks, B1G1

Yum! Nov. 18 thru 21, 2 to 5 pm, you can get a free holiday drink when you buy one. Choose from Gingerbread Latte, Peppermint Hot Chocolate, just to name a few that rank as our top choices! Enjoy this offer!

Coupon Inserts 11/14

We can expect up to 2 inserts in the Sunday newspaper. 1 RedPlum 1 Smartsource

Dollar General Market

Gala Apples 3 lb. bag $2
Sweet Potatoes 3 lb. bag $1.50
Russet Potatoes 10 lb. bag $2
Navel Oranges 3 lb. bag $2
Yellow Onions 2 lb. bag $1

Prices good Nov. 3 thru 14

Coupon Inserts 11/7

We can expect up to 2 coupon inserts in the Sunday newspaper. 1 RedPlum 1 Smartsource

Aldi

I was able to get milk for $1.79 a gallon last night!!!
Take advantage of these special buys (while supplies last), thru Nov. 6.
Fully Cooked Smoked Turkey $1.69 lb.
Butterball 10-12 lb.

Belmont Pumpkin Pie 37 oz. $2.99
Bellmont Dutch Apple Crumb Pie 39 oz. $3.99
Stuffing 6 oz. box 69 cents
Select can veggies 39 cents
Bananas 39 cents a lb.

Whole Foods Market

This year Whole Foods has gift boxes that you can order online for the holidays!
My fav: Get Warm, Get Fuzzy...teas, coffees and cocoas $50

Specials in Store Nov. 3 to 9
Organic Fuji Apples $1.49 lb.
Organic Washington Bosc Pears $1.49 lb.
Bakery De France Baguettes 2 for $3

www.wholefoodsmarket.com
for a complete list of sale items and printable coupons

Home Depot

Saturday, November 6
Free Kids Workshop
Make a spice rack (designed for ages 5-12), hands on session offered 9 am to noon

Michaels

Free Event
Veterans Day
Thank a soldier star event
Saturday, November 6
10 am to noon

Chili's

Halloween Weekend
October 30 and 31
Kids eat FREE
Children must be in costume, 1 free meal per adult entree purchase. Bridgewater Falls location, Princeton Rd., Hamilton

IHOP

Scary Face Pancake, FREE!
Friday, October 29
For children 12 and under, dine-in only

Coupon Inserts 10/31

We can expect up to 3 inserts in the Sunday newspaper. 1 SmartSource 1 RedPlum 1 P&G

Beggars nights

October 31
6 to 8 pm
Fairfield, Fairfield Twp., Hamilton, Liberty Twp. and West Chester Twp.

Storytime

Firefighters to the Rescue
1:30 pm on Saturday, October 30
West Chester Library
For more info or to register, 777-3131

Michaels

Free Halloween Mask
Make It Take It
Thursday, October 28
6 to 8 pm

Charlie Brown

It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown at 8 pm on ABC. This remains one of the best Halloween specials some 44 years after first airing. Enjoy this with the family on Thursday, October 28.

Deerfield Towne Center

Friday, Oct. 29, 5 to 7 pm
Trick or Treat, Free Halloween bag from Qdoba's
Honey Hill Farms Petting Zoo
Stilt Walking Ghouls

www.DeerfieldTowneCenter.com
(for more info)

Michaels

Free Halloween
Glow Explosion
Monday, October 25 6 to 8 pm
Make creepy eyes that are sure to scare!

Free Halloween
Quick and Easy Costumes
Make-It Take-It
Tuesday, October 26 6 to 8 pm

Coupon Inserts 10/24

We can expect up to 2 inserts in the Sunday newspaper. 1 RedPlum 1 Smartsource

Old Navy

October 23, Old Navy is having a One Day Wonder Sale for the family. Performance fleece vests will be $5. (limit 5)

All You

This magazine really does pay for itself! Pick up a copy for great tips, recipes and the November issue has $70.50 worth of coupons! (This magazine is found at Walmart)

Homemade Croutons

This is something we have been wanting to do. Our little ones love to just munch on croutons. Homemade croutons are also a great way to add flavor to salads. Start with day old bread, and cut it into uniform cubes. Drizzle the cubes with olive oil or you can coat them with cooking spray. Bake until golden and crisp. You can store in an air tight container.

Dollar General

October 13-24

Coke, 12 pks. 2 for $5
Ground Beef 3 lb. roll $4.50 ($1.50 per lb.)
Red Potatoes 5 lb. bag $2
Florida Tangerines 3 lb. bag $2.50
Red or Gala Apples 3 lb. bag $2.50
Large Carving Pumpkins $3.50

Coupon Inserts 10/17

We can expect up to 2 inserts in the Sunday newspaper. 1 RedPlum 1 SmartSource

Pioneer Harvest Festival

Saturday and Sunday
October 16 and 17
$7 Adults, $3 Children
Caesar's Creek Pioneer Village
Waynesville
513-897-1120, for more info

Marvin's Organic Gardens

Fall Harvest Event
Saturday, October 16
12 to 6 pm
Rt. 42 S, Lebanon
www.marvinsorganicgardens.com
Check out the website for details

Sweetest Day

For all of you who celebrate the day, it is coming up Saturday, October 16.

Coupon Inserts 10/10

We can expect up to 3 inserts in the Sunday newspaper. 1 SmartSource 1 RedPlum and 1 P&G

Free at Keehner Park

Great Pumpkin Fest
7211 Barrett Road, West Chester
513-759-7304
Children's haunted trail, pumpking patch, horse and wagon rides, petting zoo and inflatable rides.
Saturday, October 8

Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Scoop out the inside of a pumpkin, separate the seeds from the stringy core and rinse seeds.
In a small saucepan, add seeds and salt to water. Bring to boil, simmer for 10 minutes and remove from heat and drain.
Spread 1 Tbsp. of olive oil over cookie sheet, spread seeds in one layer and bake on top rack until they begin to brown. (approx. 10 min.)

Dollar General

Red Delicious Apples 2 for $5, 5 lb. bags
Slicing Tomatoes, 4 ct. $1.50
Russet Potatoes 10 lb. $2

Clover Valley Spaghetti, Macaroni, Egg Noodles or Rotini 85 cents
Folgers Classic Roast Coffee 33.9 oz. $6
Mrs. Clark's Grape Cocktail or Cranberry Juice 64 oz. $1

I was able to pick up a bag of 5 asst. gourds for $2.50
These are so cute for making a centerpiece or holiday decorating

Prices good thru Oct. 10

Coupon Inserts 10/3

We can expect up to 3 inserts in the Sunday newspaper. 1 RedPlum 1 Smartsource and 1 P&G

Happenings

October 2 and 3
Ohio Cider Festival
Hidden Valley Fruit Farm
11 am to 6 pm
5474 N. Ohio 48, Lebanon
Admission is free

Oct. 2, 10 am
Whole Foods, Mason
Sprouts in the Kitchen, Take a Dip
ages 5-12
Class is free. registration required

October 2, Family First Saturday
Cincinnati Art Museum, 1 to 4 pm
953 Eden Park Drive
Free!

Boo IQ

Halloween is the 2nd largest commercial holiday in America! (only Christmas surpasses it in sales)

Pumpkins belong to the fruit family. They are a type of gourd-the same as squash, cucumbers and melons.

A bobbing for apples fact... Celtic lore holds that the first to successfully bob for an apple will wed first.

90 million pounds of chocolate are sold during Halloween week, more than double the amount sold for Valentine's Day.

Walgreends RR

Register Rewards Deals
Vicks Sinex $6, Earn a $2 RR wyb one
-$4/1 Sinex Product 9/26/10 P&G
= FREE after coupon and RR

Highland’s Cold n Couch $4.99, Earn a $4.99 RR wyb one
= FREE after RR

Emergen-C Vitamin C Supplement $3.49, Earn a $3.49 RR wyb one
= FREE after RR

Fullbar Fit appetite control $1.99, Earn a $2 RR wyb one
-BOGO Fullbar coupon
= Two FREE after coupon and RR

Vaseline Sheer Infusion $5.99, Earn a $5 RR wyb one
-Look for $2/1 peelie coupons on products
= Possibly FREE after coupon and RR

Brach’s Autumn Candy 2/$3, Earn a $1 RR wyb two
= $2 for two after RR

How to...

Pick A Melon

Watermelon - look for a firm melon that sounds hollow when knocked. It should have smooth unblemished skin.
Honeydew - Pick the melon with freckling on the rind, that indicates sweetness.
Canteloupe - Ripe ones should have a sweet scent and give slightly when pressed.

Coupon Inserts 9/26

We can expect up to 4 coupon inserts in the Sunday newspaper. 1 SmartSource 1 RedPlum 1 P & G and a Hasbro insert

Grocery Time Savers

A few tips to making shopping easier.
Keep inventory of your most used pantry items. Use a dry erase board and put an X next to an item when you use the last. A magnetic frig list will do the trick also. As you run out of an item, jot it on your list.
Shop during off hours. My favorite time is early mornings. Mostly avoid weekday evenings and weekend afternoons.
When unpacking items, group according to where they are located in your home. (fridge, freezer, pantry)

Halloween

We know, we know, it is only September. Goodhousekeeping, October edition, has some wonderful ideas and haunted how tos. Our fav is the bedazzled pumpkins. All you need to do is visit your local craft store and decorate the pumpkins with self adhesive jewels! Take a look at goodhousekeeping.com/bedazzled for the pumpkin decorating idea, templates and many other how tos.

Fall Happenings

Pumpkin Patch Express
Lebanon Mason and Monroe Railroad
Lebanon
October 2 - 31
9:45 am, 1 and 4:15 pm
Saturday and Sunday

Niederman Family Farm
Liberty Township
Open Wednesdays thru Sundays
mid Sept. thru Oct. 31

Applefest, Downtown Lebanon
10 am to 7 pm
September 25
Admission is free

Coupon Inserts 9/19

We can expect 2 coupon inserts in the Sunday newspaper. 1 RedPlum 1 SmartSource

Aldi

Sept. 12 - 18

Bananas 39 cents per lb.
Cantaloupe 99 cents ea.
Red or Green Grapes $1.48 per 2 lb. pack

Mercer Animal Cookies 99 cents for 13 oz.
Yogurt Covered Raisins $1.49 8 oz.

Coupon Inserts 9/12

Looks like a good week to get more than one Sunday newspaper. We can expect a RedPlum insert, a Smartsource and a General Mills.

Old Navy

Saturday, September 11, 2010

Leggings!
Women's $6
Girls and Toddlers $4
Limit 5 (instore and online)

Dollar General

Prices good thru Sept. 12

Charmin Ultra Stong or Ultra Soft
...20 rolls $9

Bounty Paper Towels
...6 rolls $5

Seedless Watermelon $3

Large Canteloupe $1.50

Coupon Inserts 9/5

Due to the holiday, we typically expect no coupon inserts in the Sunday newspaper. Use the time that you normally use for clipping and work on organizing your coupons or going thru those expired ones!

West Chester's Farmers Market

You can check out the Farmers Market every Saturday 9 am to 1 pm. There are many new recipes posted on the website too! www.westchestersfarmersmarket.com
There is even a booth in which you can pre-order your fresh Thanksgiving turkey.

Walmart

Walmart has the new Gain dishwashing liquid regulary priced at .97 cents.Use the $1/1 from P and G insert to get these free this week!

CVS

Save with CVS ExtraCare rewards!
How they work: After shopping for eligible products (labeled in the weekly flier), scan you ExtraCare card at the checkout. ExtraCare Extra Bucks will print at the end of your receipt. Also, at the end of each quarter, you get 2% back on all purchases in Extra Bucks as well as one Extra Buck for every two prescriptions filled.
Bring your Extra Bucks to use as cash toward your next purchase. They expire two to four weeks after printing.

Coupon Inserts 8/29

It looks like this will be a great week to pick up more than one Sunday newspaper. We can expect up to 3 inserts. 1 Redplum 1 Smartsource 1 P&G

Walgreens

Try Walgreens Register Rewards
We want to explain how they work for those who might be new to Walgreens. You don't need to register or buy a rewards card to participate. When you purchase qualifying merchandise (listed in the weekly sales flyer), a Register Reward (RR) for money off a product or purchase prints with your receipt.
To redeem your rewards: Use your register rewards like cash or future in store purchases.
When to register rewards expire? Two weeks after printing.

Newsboys!!!!!!!

You know, I LOVE this group! My fav song, Born Again, is theirs. I invite you to check out their website: www.newsboys.com You can take a look at the very inspiring video of Born Again.
I know it is only August, but they have a cd coming out on October 12. Now this, I must get as I will get into the spirit of Christmas real early this year!! It is called Christmas! A Newsboy Holiday!
They have so many wonderful songs to take a listen to. Try one today and I hope you become hooked on their inspirational ministry through song as I have.

Michaels

Teacher Fridays!
Teachers, present your educator ID on Fridays thru Sept. 24 and receive an additional 15% off.

Saturday, August 28
10 am to 2 pm
Free Family Event for Grandparents Day
Grandparents Day is Sunday, September 12

Give God Priority Registration

With school starting back, along with soccer, football, cheerleading, etc., many churches also have Sunday school starting up again. A great way for your child to connect with adults and kids in church is through Sunday school. There are alot of volunteers who spend their time preparing for the Sunday school lesson. We teach our kids healthy haibits such as washing hands, saying please and thank you and to do homework. Teach them the to develop a christian fellowship of their own.

Walgreens Last Min. School Supplies

School Supplies (use insert coupons)
-Select backpacks $9.99, B1G1 free
-Penway 5-subject notebook 180 sheets $1
-Penway composition book 80 sheets $1
-It's Academic Stretchable book cover $1
-Penway Filler Paper 130 sheets $.39
-Paper Mate Write Bros pens 10-pk $.39
-Paper Mate mechanical pencils 5-pk $.39


Read more: http://www.momsbyheart.net/#ixzz0xI4M2Vbk

Coupon Inserts 8/22

In the Sunday newspaper, we can expect up to 2 coupon inserts. 1 RedPlum 1 SmartSource

Back to School

We cannot believe the end of summer break is here for our children. In so many ways, the summer has really went by fast. The last few weeks have been extremely hot outside and we did not get to do some of the fun stuff we wanted.
With school starting, this brings a new chapter for many of us. You might be a parent sending off a child to school for the first time, maybe you have your oldest starting jr. high or high school. Remember your kids probably have alot of jitters, just like you do. Take time to speak to them about their day, ask questions and most of all praise them.
"As sunshine is to flowers - so is praise to the hearts of children"

Our top 10 ways to praise your child with words:

1. Excellent Job
2. I love you
3. You figured it out
4. I knew you could do it
5. Super work
6. Awesome
7. What a good listener
8. Beautiful sharing
9. Way to go
10. A+ Job

Kids Fish Free

Symmes Township, Lake Isabella
Aug. 30, fishing hours 7 am to 9 pm
Pick up your free pass at the boathouse
10174 Loveland Maderia Rd.
For more info call 513-791-1663

Wisk $2.00

Stop by the Dollar General Store this week and use that $1.00 off coupon to get Wisk on sale for $2.00,stoc up price.

Aldi Deals

August 15 - 21

Produce 25 cents ea
Plums, Nectarines and Peaches

Milk $1.89 all gallon varities

Dollar General

Potatoes 5 lb. bag $1
Mini Carrots 16 oz. $1
Mushrooms 8 oz. $1

Tyson Thighs or Drumsticks $1 lb.
Eggs 85 cents, large dozen

Malt-O-Meal Cereal 2 for $3 10.5-14 oz. bag

Prices good thru August 22

Coupon Inserts 8/15

We can expect up to 2 inserts in the Sunday newspaper. 1 RedPlum 1 SmartSource

Back to School Menu Plan

Buy any two Ziploc Brand Products and enter your UPC Codes at www.tasteofhome.com/ziplocbts for a free online menu plan.

Ikea

There are some great deals going on at Ikea. Did we mention...they are under a dollar???

Stoneware Mugs 8 oz. for 59 cents
In colors of green, black or white

Glasses 12 oz. 59 cents

Candlesticks and tealight holders 49 cents each

CVS 8/9

ECB Deals:
Buy 1 Dulcolax Balance at $9.99, Get $9.99 ECBs (Limit 1)
Use $5/1 coupon from the May All You magazine
Or use $4/1 coupon from the 5/16 SmartSource insert
Free plus overage after coupon and ECB

Schick Hydro Razor at $8.97, Get $4 ECBs (Limit 1)
Use $5/1 coupon from the 8/8 SmartSource insert
Free plus overage after coupon and ECBs

Spend $15 in John Frieda or Biore Products, Get $5 ECBs (Limit 1)

Lysol Healthy Touch No-Touch Hand System at $9.99, Get $5 ECBs (Limit 1)
Use $3/1 coupon from the 7/11 SmartSource insert (expires 8/8)
$1.99 after coupon

Gatorade (6 pk) at $4.49, Get $1 ECB (Limit 1)
Buy 3 and use Buy 2 Get 1 Free coupon from the 6/13 RedPlum insert
$3.49 after coupon and ECBs

Progresso Soups at $2.19 – On Sale Buy One Get One Free
Buy 2 and use 2 $0.50/1 coupon from the 8/8 General Mills insert
$0.59 after coupons

Xtra Laundry Detergent – $1.99
Use $1/1 coupon from the 6/6 SmartSource insert
$0.99 after coupon

Skintimate or Edge Shave Gel – $1.99
Use $0.75/1 coupon from the 8/1 Smartsource insert
$1.24 after coupon

Air Wick Refills – $4.99
Buy 2 and use Buy One Get One Free coupon from the 7/18 SmartSource insert

Corn Fritters

1 pouch cornbread mix 6.5 oz.
1 1/2 cups corn
1 large egg
1/2 cup milk
1 Tbsp. vegetable oil

In a medium bowl, combine cornbread mix, corn, egg and milk. Let mixture stand 5 minutes.
Pour the oil into a large nonstick skillet and heat over medium high heat. Drop heaping Tbsps. of batter into hot oil and cook 1 to 1 1/2 minute on each side.
Serve warm or at room temperature. Try topping with honey or maple syrup. These make a wonderful breakfast and a great anytime snack.

Coupon Inserts 8/8

We can expect up to 2 coupon inserts in the newspaper this Sunday. 1 RedPlum 1 SmartSource

Kids Eat Free

Kids eat free this weekend at IHOPS from 4pm til 10pm with purchase of adult entree.

Free kids meal as well at Steak and Shake the whole weekend all day! This is a great deal!

Sams Club

Here is a chance to try Sams Club this weekend, August 6th-8th, for free. No Upcharge! While I do not think the prices beat most sell prices,they do have pretty good prices on baking supplies.

All the prices are on the website if you want to compare before you go!

Kroger

3 Day Sale 50% Off
August 6 - August 8

Betty Crocker Fruit Snacks (6-10 ct.)
Fiber One Chewy Bars (5 ct.)
General Mills Cereal 16-18 oz. and 24-25.25 oz.
Nature Valley Nut Clusters 5 oz.
Quaker Instant Oatmeal
Quaker Oatmeal Squares Cereal 16 oz.
Quaker Cereal 14-16 oz.

Please note this is on select varieties.

Dollar General

Prices good thru August 8

Fresh Ground Beef 3 lbs. for $5
Peaches, Plums or Nectarines 2 lb. bag $2
Cucumbers, Green Peppers or Avocados 2 for $1

Scott Extra Soft Bath Tissue 12 rolls $4
Bounty Paper Towels 6 rolls $5.50
Dawn Dish Detergent 16 oz. 85 cents

Dollar General does accept manufacturer coupons

Deerfield Farmer's Market

9 am to noon
3292 Montgomery Rd.
Landen Station

Angie and I have not had a chance to check out this Farmer's Market ourselves. Farm-fresh produce and meats are available every Saturday. There is a website for further information: www.deerfieldfarmersmarket.com

Free Family Film Festival

Deerfield Stadium 16
Mason
Aug. 3 and 4 Showlings
Tickets are first come, first serve and movie starts at 10 am.
Wallace and Gromit (G)
Open Season (PG)

Coupons Have Reset

Make sure you go print out the new August Coupons!

Redplum.com
SmartSource.com
Coupons.com

Make Back to School Easier!

Visit makinglifebetter.com for:

Lunch-box ready recipes

Advice for saving on clothing,supplies, and more

Valuable coupons

Mom tested tips for classroom jitters

CVS Deals 8/1

Get free Bounty Basic paper towel 8-pk with select $25 P&G purchases:

Crest toothpaste $1.99 – select varieties
-$.75 from 8/1 PG
=Final Price: $1.24

Tide 20-40 loads $5.49
-$1 from 8/1 PG
=Final Price: $4.49

Downy 52-60 loads $5.94
-$1 from 8/1 PG
=Final Price: $4.94

Always or Tampax $2.97
-$1 from 8/1 PG
=Final Price: $1.97

Pampers diapers jumbo $8.88
-$1.50 from 8/1 PG
-FREE 72-ct wipes wyb diapers from 8/1 PG
=Final


Mars singles are 2/$1.00
8 pack assorted Hersheys are buy one $1.50 get one free

Kind of surprised, but no really good deals on school supplies

Coupon Inserts 8/1

Wow, this is your week to definately pick up more than 1 Sunday newspaper. We can expect up to 4 inserts. 1 P & G, 1 RedPlum and 2 SmartSource

Drop in for Penguin Days

West Chester Library
Happy Feet, Monday, August 2
10:30 am to 12 pm in the Community Room, Rated PG

Surf's Up, Tuesday, August 3
10:30 am to 12 pm in the Community Room, Rated PG

Enjoy!!! On the big screen, seating limited to room capacity

Michael's

Saturday, July 31
10 am to 2 pm

Free Family Summer Fun Event
Create your own summer fun vacation book with recycled cardboard and crayola markers.

August Walgreens Coupon Book

Here is what is included in the Walgreens Coupon Book for August:

$.50 OFF Hershey’s Candy 8.5 or 9.2oz (5455)
$1 OFF Poppycock, 8 or 8.5oz (5456)
$.50/1 Pepperidge Farm Cookies, 7.2 to 8.6oz (5457)
$1 OFF Combos, 7oz (5458)
$1/2 Kraft Dressing, 16oz (5459)
$1/1 Easy Touch Pro or V5 Retractable Pens, 2pk (5442)
$1 OFF Pilot Frixion Gel Pens, 2pk (5443)
$1 OFF Pilot Precise V5 Pens, 2pk (5444)
$1.50 OFF Uni-Ball 207 Gel Pens, 2pk (5445)
$1.50 OFF Paper Mate Profile Retractable Pens, 4pk (5446)
$1 OFF Fiskars Recycled Scissors, 8in, 2pk (5447)
$1/2 Kleenex Anti-Viral Facial Tissues, 75 Sheets (5450)
$5 OFF Lysol No-Touch Hand Soap Kit, 8.5oz (5451)
$1/2 Ziploc Bags, 15 to 25pk Freezer or Storage or 100pk Sandwich (5452)
$1 OFF Glad Trash Bags, 25 to 80pk, 13 or 30 gallon (5453)
$2 OFF Raid Ant & Roach Spray, 17.5oz (54540
$1 OFF Garnier Fructis Anti-Dandruff Shampoo, 13oz (5570)
$3 OFF L’Oreal Preference Dream Blonde or Couleur Experte Hair Color (5571)
$1 OFF L’Oreal go 360 Clean Cleanser or Exfoliating Scrub, 6oz (5572)
$5 OFF University Medical Face Lift Skin Care (5573

Kmart

Kmart is doubling coupons up to .99cents this week. There is a five coupon limit again, but might be worth your while if you have one nearby!

Free Family Film Festival

Movies start at 10 am on Tuesday and Wednesdays. Tickets are first come, first serve until theatre capacity.

Deerfield Stadium 16, Mason
July 27 and 28

March of the Penguins (G)
Kung Fu Panda (PG)

Summertime Energy Mix

Makes 16, 1/4 cup servings

2 cups roasted peanuts
1 cup toasted sunflower seeds
1/4 cup dried mango, diced
1/4 cup dried apples, diced
1/2 cup m&m's

Toss ingredients together in a large bowl. Portion servings into plastic baggies.

Michael's

TGIF!
Teachers can treat themselves to extra credit on Fridays. Present an educator ID every Friday thru Sept. 24 and take an additional 15% off entire purchase.

Walmart

Sunday, July 25 - Saturday, July 31

Composition Book, 100 shts.
Elmer's Washable Glue Stick Twin Pack
Elmer's Washable School Glue, .4 oz.
Crayola 24 pk. Crayons
25 cents each

2 pocket Paper Folder
-with or without prongs
70 Sheet Notebook
-Wide or college ruled
15 cents each

1" economy Binder 75 cents

Crayola Markers, 10 ct.
Crayola Colored Pencils, 12 ct.
$1 per pack

Fairs and Festivals

Warren County Fair
thru July 24
General Admission $8
children under 12 free
665 N. Broadway, Lebanon

St. Ann Festival
6 to 11:30 pm, July 23 and 24
Pleasant Ave., Hamilton

Butler County Fair
July 25 thru 31
Butler Co. Fairgrounds
1715 Fairgrove Ave.
Hamilton

Coupon Inserts 7/25

We can expect up to 2 inserts in the Sunday newspaper. 1 SmartSource and 1 RedPlum

Kroger

Back to school savings thru July 25

Crayola 24 pk. Crayons 25 cents
Paper Mate Write Bros. Pens
Blue or Black Ink, 10 ct. 3 for $1
Oxford Portfolio, 2 pocket 15 cents
Crayola Classic Markers, 10 ct. $1

Dollar General

Here are a few deals from Dollar General:

Gatorade 80cents
Sobe Lifewater $1.00

Kellogs Frosted Flakes, Raisen Bran, Corn Pops $2.00

Cheetos or Doritos up to 12oz 2 for $4.00

School Deals:
Post It Notes
Index Cards
Scissors
Pencils
All items above are 2 for $1.00

Office Max

July 18-24

All Sharpie Singles 25 cents ea.
X-ACTO Pencil Sharpener 25 cent ea.
Westcott 5" blunt of pointed scissors 20 cents ea.
OfficeMax Glue and Gluestick Combo Pack 25 cents ea.
Bic Crystal Pens, 10 pk. 50 cents

The above deals are all limit 3

Purell Original Hand Sanitizer .5 oz 10 cents
All Just Basics Ballpoint Pens, 10 pk. 20 cents

West Chester Library

There are 3 summer story times left! The dates are July 20, 26 and 27 at 10:30 am in the community room. We had alot of fun today!

Ikea

July 23 - July 25
Kids eat free! No adult purchase necessary. (kids under 12 only) See your Ikea store for further details.

$19.99 full/queen duvet cover set and 2 pillowshams. 3 piece set available in blue, black/gray or red.

Free Family Film Festival

July 20 and 21, 10 am
Doogal (G)
Bee Movie (PG)

Deerfield Stadium 16
Mason
Tickets and seating are first-come, first-serve and limited to theatre capacity.

Pantene

Target has Patene for $3.49 this week. Target has printable coupon for 1.00 off, pair that with the $2.00 off coupon from Parade and get this bargain for 49 cents.

Dollar General

July 14 - July 25

Dozen Large Eggs 75 cents
Gallon Jar Jumbo Pickles $3.50

Coupon Inserts 7/18

We can expect 1 SmartSource insert in the newspaper on Sunday.

TARGET DEAL ALERT

A few deals to pass along..

Red Baron Pizza by the slice $2.50 - $2.00 off coupon from Red Plum = .50 per box, allowed to print twice

Rhodes Dinner Rolls $1.99 - $1.00 coupon from this weeks newspaper = $1.00

If you have never tried these rolls, they are really good and can add a little something special to your favorite meal!

Happy Shopping!

Walmart/Prilosec

Just wanted to give a shout out to those who use Prilosec, Walmart has the 14 count pack rollback priced at $9.87. Pair this with the $5.00 off coupon that was in the paper a couple weeks ago and this item becomes $4.87.

Now to top this offer,use P and G' s Digestive Wellness Rebate, for a $10 giftcard and you got 4 boxes for $1.25 each! Offer valid until 7/31

Office Max

A deal for the Sharpie fanatic in your family thru July 17. (I say that with love as ours is my oldest daughter!)
Sharpie Fine Point Black Permanent Markers
12 pack, $3 while supplies last and limit 3

Aldi thru 7/17

Blueberries $1.29 per pint
Pineapple $1.59 ea.
Honeydew $1.29 ea.
Strawberries 99 cents per lb.

Flexible Cutting Boards
$2.99 color-coded 4 pk.

Target School Deals

Rose Art Markers or Colored Pencils — $0.50

Glue Stick (2-packs) — $0.20


Consider buying an extra set of these to donate to your local church or to a child in need.

Sunshine Concert

Sunday, July 11
Corwin Nixon Park
6 to 8 pm

Blue Stone Ivory will be performing classic rock and roll.
Bring your blankets and lawn chairs!

Target

Back to school, composition notebooks (100 pgs) 25 cents!!!!

Free Family Film Festival

Deerfield Stadium 16
Mason
July 13 and 14
Tale of Despereaux (G)
Surf's Up (PG)

Movies start at 10 am. Tickets and seating are first come, first serve and are limited to theatre capacity.

Bass Pro Shops

On the 15th-22nd of every month, there is a 10% military discount on regular priced merchandise only. Valid military id required. See your store for details.

Teddy Bear's Picnic Day!!!!!

This day is celebrated on July 10, which is Saturday.
Celebration Idea: Have a picnic with your favorite teddy bear. Invite your family and friends to join with their favorite bear. Don't forget the honey!!!

Coupon Inserts 7/11

We can expect up to 2 coupon inserts in the Sunday newspaper. 1 RedPlum 1 SmartSource

Bass Pro Shops

July 10 and 11
Noon to 2 pm
Free, Design your own birdhouse!
These are adorable!

Walgreens thru 7/10

School/Office Supplies
- 10 pack Penway Yellow Pencils
- 5 pack PaperMate Mechanical Pencils
- 10 pack PaperMate Pens
19 cents per pack!!

Summer Allergies

Our households have been under attack! In the past week, we have encountered everything from hives, total body rashes, sore throats, puffy eyes, headaches and more!
We hope everyone had a happy and safe 4th of July!

Free Family Film Festival

Deerfield Stadium 16
Mason
July 6 Polar Express
Jul7 7 Daddy Day Care
Movies start at 10 am. They are on a first come, first serve basis for tickets. Tickets available day of show only.

Kings Island

Free admission for military.
Kings Island will offer a free admission to any past and present military personnel Sunday and Monday, July 4 and 5. Service men and women will be able to purchase discount admission for members of their family. A valid military ID or DD214 must be presented at gate.

6PM

6PM is having a Nike Shoe sale with up to 75% off thru July 4th. Some are only 10% but quite a good selection on the 75% off styles!

Meijer

Now thru Labor day you can get Magic Milk Points for each gallon of milk that you purchase. One gallon gets you one point. Buy five gallons and your sixth one is free!

Farmer's Markets

Don't forget every Saturday, take advantage of our local farmer's markets.
9 am to 1 pm
Union Center, West Chester
10 am to 2 pm
Bridgewater Falls

At Bridgewater Falls, we have to brag on our findings there.
Huge Squash 75 cents each
12 ears of corn $5.50
Organic Bananas 25 cents each

Bass Pro Shops

Paint An Animal Track
Free Craft
July 3-4
Noon to 2 pm
July 6 & 8
4 to 5 pm

Ikea

At the West Chester, Ikea, kids eat free thru July 5. This is for kids under 12 and no adult purchase necessary.

Coupon Insert July 4

We can expect 1 P&G coupon insert in this Sunday's newspaper.

Cooking with your kids...

Part 2
With the 4th of July coming up and the kids home for the summer, we wanted to provide a few guidelines for age appropriate cooking activities and ways everyone can help!
3 year olds
Wash fruits and veggies, stir ingredients in a bowl, tearing lettuce
4 year olds
Opening packages, pouring liquids, washing off the table
5 and 6 year olds
Measure ingredients, use a blunt knife, set the table, garnish foods
7 and 8 year olds
Help plan meals, using a whisk, make salads, find ingredients in the cabinets
9 to 12 year olds
Open cans, prepare simple recipes, use the oven and knives (with supervision), shredding cheese and veggies

Walgreens 6/27

Dentyne Gum – $0.33 after coupon from July Coupon booklet
Use $1/1 coupon from the 6/13 SmartSource insert
Free plus overage after coupons

Reach Crystal Toothbrush and Floss – $0.99 after in-ad coupon
Use $1/1 printable
Or buy 2 and use $1.50/2 coupon from the 4/11 RedPlum insert
As low as free after coupons

Finesse Hair Care at $3.99 – On Sale Buy One Get One Free
Use $1/1 coupon from the 5/16 SmartSource insert
Submit for $3 mail-in-rebate from the 5/16 SmartSource insert
Two free after coupon and mail-in-rebate

Act II Popcorn (3-count mini bags) – $1
Buy 2 and use $1/2 printable here or here
Or use $0.40/1 coupon from the 6/20 SmartSource insert
As low as $0.50 each after coupon

Bumble Bee Chunk Light Tuna – $0.55 with in-ad coupon

Crystal Light – $1.99
Use $1/1 printable here (IE) or here (FF)
$0.99 after coupon

Huggies Baby Wipes Tubs – $2 after in ad coupon
Use $0.50/1 coupon from the 6/20 SmartSource insert
$1.50 each after coupons

Register Reward Deals
Buy 1 Blistex Lip Balm Smoothies (3 pack) at $2.99, Get $3 Register Rewards
Free after Register Rewards

Buy 1 Airplus Aloe Infused Socks for Her at $3, Get $3 Register Rewards
Free after Register Rewards

Buy $25 or more in participating Playtex, Schick, Skintimate, Edge or Wet Ones Products, Get $10 Register Rewards

Cooking with your kids...

* Shows them how to work as part of a team
* Reinforces logical thinking, following directions and organizational skills
* Boosts their confidence (overlook those spills!)
* Encourages creativity, it's ok to improvise and try new things

Free Family Film Festival

Deerfield Stadium 16
Mason

June 29 Aliens in the Attic
June 30 Monsters Vs. Aliens

These selected PG movie tickets are available first come, first serve and are limited to theatre capacity. The movies start at 10 am and tickets are at the box office the day of the show.

Aldi

Awesome Deal!
I have been getting a gallon of milk for $1.59 ea. There has been a limit of 6 gallons.

Bass Pro Shops

Make a Camping Photo Frame = FREE

June 26 and 27
Noon to 2 pm

June 29 and July 1
4 to 5 pm

Coupon Inserts 6/27

We can expect up to 2 coupon inserts in this Sunday's newspaper. 1 SmartSource 1 RedPlum

Michaels

Saturday, June 26
10 am to 2 pm

Make a fun, patriotic project for free to celebrate the 4th of July! (Ages 3 and up)

CVS

A few deals:



Power Bar $.99
-$.99 ECB
=Final Price: FREE

Zegerid OTC 14-ct $9.99
-$1 ECB
-$4 from 6/20 SS
=Final Price: $5.99*
*qualifies for rebate found in 6/20 SS FREE

PowerBar Energy Gel Blasts or bars 8/$10
-$5 ECB on 8
=Final Price: 8/$5 or $.63 each

CVS Ibuprofen or Acetaminophen 50-ct $3.99
-$3 ECB
=Final Price: $.99

Hawaiian Tropic from $9.99
-$10 ECB on two
-$1 from 5/23 SS, use two
=Final Price: 2/$7.98 or $3.99 each

Target

Here are a few great deals from Target:

Purchase 10 Sobe Lifewaters for $10.00 receive a $5 gift card.

Bounty Basic Single Rolls – $0.99
Use $1/1 Target coupon from the 5/16 insert
Free after coupons

Dove Travel Size Extra Hold Hairspray – $0.97
Use $1/1 printable
Free after coupon

Axe Travel Size Deodorant – $0.97
Use $1/1 printable
Free after coupon

Air Wick Aqua Mist Assorted Varieties – $1.99 (Price cut until 7/10)
Buy 2 and use Buy One Get One Free coupon from the 5/6 SmartSource insert
Plus use $2.50/1 coupon from the 6/20 SmartSource insert (regional)
Or use $1/1 printable
As low as free after coupons (Thanks, Totally Target!)


Aveeno Hydrating Nourishing Body Wash – $1.25 (price cut until 7/10)
Buy 2 and use $2/2 coupon from the 6/20 SmartSource insert
$0.25 each after coupon

Aldi

Deals week of June 20

Patriotic Flip Flops $1.99 per pair
Foldable Chair $8.99 (with cup holder)
Flag or Assorted Mesh

Ground Beef Patties $6.99 per 12 pack
Ghiradelli Brownie Mix $1.99 per box
PurAqua Water $2.79 twenty-four 10 oz. bottles

Happy Father's Day

"A good father is one of the most unsung, unpraised, unnoticed, and yet one of the most valuable assets to our society." This is a quote by Billy Graham. We wanted to recognize and say Happy Father's Day to our husbands. Angie and I are both truly blessed with loving husbands. They both work so hard to care for our families.
I hope you all were able to recognize that special person in your lives.

Bass Pro Shops

Gifts for Father's Day!
All under $15

Bass Pro Shops T-Shirt $3.99
Bass Pro Shops Rugged Outdoor Watches $9.94
Bass Pro Shops Patriotic Chair $9.99
18-PC. BBQ Tool Set $9.94 (with bonus storage case)

Free Craft on June 19-20, noon to 2 pm
June 22 and 24, 4 to 5 pm
Paint a Wiggle Fish

Coupon Inserts 6/20

We can expect up to 2 inserts in this Sunday's newspaper. 1 SmartSource 1 RedPlum

Aldi thru 6/13

Patriotic Baker's Corner

4 n 1 Sprinkle Jar 6.98 oz. $2.99
Confetti Cake Mix 95 cents
Frosting in Red or Blue $1.29

Summer Tableware 99 cents per pack
Assorted Paper Plates or Napkins

Bridgewater Falls

There is a Farmer's Market every Saturday 10 am to 2 pm. You will see signs directing you once you reach Bridgewater Falls. Anyone been?

Michaels

Free Father's Day Events!

Thursday, June 17
6 to 8 pm
Make-It Take-It Father's Day Duck Tape Wallet

Saturday, June 19
10 am to 2 pm
Make-It Take-It Father's Day Card Event

West Chester Farmer's Market

Every Saturday 9 am to 1 pm
I took my kids and walked thru the market last Saturday. We loved finding the whole wheat flour! Check out their website for yourself. www.westchestersfarmersmarket.com

Old Navy

$2 Tanks!!!!
Saturday, June 12 only, limit 5 per customer (in store deal only)

Coupon Inserts 6-13

In this Sunday's newspaper, we can expect up to 2 inserts. 1 RedPlum 1 SmartSource

West Chester Library

June Teen Programs

Summer Reading: June 7 through August 7
Registration required to win great prizes

TWILIGHT
Monday, June 28
4-6 p.m.
Community room(pg-13)

NEW MOON
Tuesday, June 29
4-6 p.m.
Community room (pg-13)

Pampers Coupon

Be on the lookout for a $2.00 off coupon for Pampers wipes, 60 count or higher, tomorrow in the P and G Saver.

Walmart has these wipes for $1.97 in the Cincinnati area! Woohoo!!

Pick up some extra papers or order more coupons thru Dede's coupons!

Walgreens Highlights

Here are a few highlights for this weeks ad:

Gillette Fusion Proglide Razor $9.89
Get $5 Register Reward
Use $4/1 Fusion coupon from 6/6 P&G
.89 after coupon

John Frieda Hair Care $5 each- Get $5 Register Reward when you spend $15
Use (3) $3/1 Root Awakening from 6/6 SS
Get $5 Register Reward
$1 for 3 or $.33 each

Bic Soleil Disposable Razors $3.49 with in ad coupon
Use $3/1 Bic Soleil from 5/2 SS
Final Price: .49

Venus Razors or Secret Clinical Deodorant $8.99
Get $2 Register Reward
Use $2/1 Venus from 6/6 P&G
or Use $2/1 Secret Clinical from 5/2 P&G
Final Price: $4.99

Coupon Inserts 6/7

This maybe a good week to pick up more than one Sunday newspaper. We can expect up to 3 coupon inserts. 1 P & G ($111 in savings) 1 SmartSource 1 RedPlum

Whole Foods

Did you know that Whole Foods offers free field trips for school age children? I know the school year is ending, but this would be a great opportunity for scouting events or something nice to end the year with for homeschooled children. Kids will learn the different food groups, the importance of organic foods and how to make healthy choices. The tour is of each department and an age appropriate goodie bag completes your visit. This would be for 8 or more children (ages 7+) and a chaperone.

Aldi 5/30 thru 6/5

Tomatoes $1.29 (2-Pk.)
Bananas 39 cents a lb.
Avocados 59 cents ea.
Pineapple $1.59 ea.
Strawberries $1.29 per lb.

Water Fun!
Disney Water Slide $7.99 ea.
Animal Spray Pool $9.99 ea.

Natural Weed Killer

Take white vinegar and put in a spray bottle and you are all set. You can spray all month for just under $3.00 plus no dangers for your children or pets!

Pinto and Black Bean Salad

1 cup pinto beans drained and rinsed
1 cup black beans drained and rinsed
1/2 cup red bell pepper,diced
1/2 cup green onion,minced
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
1 tbsp red wine vinegar
1 tbsp of lemon juice
2 tbsp cilantro, minced

Combine all ingredients and refrigerate for one hour, prior to serving. Serves 4

West Chester Garden Center

In Sunday's newspaper, there is a coupon for a 3" in Tomato Plant FREE. There is no purchase needed. There are also coupons for Hanging Baskets...Buy 2, get 3rd free and annual flats...buy 2, get 3rd free.

Aldi Deals 5/24

Here are a few of the highlights for this week:

Seedless Watermelon $3.59
Baking Potatoes .99 per 4 pack
Blueberries $1.49 per pack

All Natural Ground Beef $1.99 per pound
Parkview Jumbo Hot Dogs .99
Kirkwood Chicken Breast 3 pounds $5.49

Infuse Thrist Quencher .69 each
PurAqua Water 24 bottles $2.79

Friendly Farms French Onion or Ranch Veggie Dip $1.09 each
Tate's BBQ Sauces .89 each

West Chester Farmer's Market

The regular Saturday Market opens May 22 9 am to 1 pm.

ON MAY 22nd ONLY
There will be a free community plant swap for those that need to find a good home for crowed perennials and you can trade for new varieties!

Coupon Inserts 5/23

In the newspaper this Sunday, we can expect up to 2 inserts. 1 RedPlum 1 SmartSource

Grace Filled Love, Part 2

The things we can do as a family to keep our family bonds strong are many. The first is to Gather. Spend time together, whether it be playing a game, tossing baseball, cooking, etc. If you have older children, try to eat either breakfast or dinner together, give the kids a ride to school and keep communication open. The second is to remember your call. You are the Light of the world. (Read in John 17:23, Matthew 5:14) Third, practice the Golden Rule...Treat others the way you want to be treated. Love the way you want to be loved. Serve one another and refer to Gal 5:14 Love your neighbor as yourself.

Grace Filled Love

I was reflecting back to March when I was reading a book about grace along with a bible study group at church. There are so many families each dealing with their own problems and some may even feel their family is falling apart. This could be from job loss, a death, the economy in general, problems in your marriage, etc.
There are 3 things you can do as an individual to work thru. The first is to just Breathe! We are told in the book of John...In this world you will have trouble, but take heart! I have overcome the world. The second is to pray. Every family stuggles with something. The third is to forgive. Just let go.
I will bring part two of my reflections tomorrow. This will be how you can work thru as a family.

Free Family Film Festival

Regal is once again offering their free film festival starting in June this year. The selected G or PG rated film will start at 10 am on Tuesday and Wednesdays. Tickets and seating are first come first serve.
Deerfield Stadium 16 in Mason is a location close to us. They open with Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs on June 15 and Hotel for Dogs on June 16.

Ikea, West Chester

Need an excuse to get a little shopping in? Head to Ikea today, noon to 5 pm for their 1st Kid's Fair. There is a puppet show by the American Red Cross at 1 pm. Fire truck display courtesy of the West Chester Fire Dept. SPCA = Pets for Adoption! Warm 98 Prize Wheel!! AND kids eat free (no adult purchase needed) in the restaurant, up to 3 kids menu items!

Coupons

There are some good coupons to print right now at www.coupons.com
A few of our favorites:
$3/1 Huggies Diapers (expires 5/28)
$2 Huggies Wipes (expires 5/28)
$1/2 Campbells Chunky Soup

Coupon Inserts 5/16

We can expect up to 2 coupon inserts in the Sunday newspaper. 1 SmartSource 1 RedPlum

Garden Tips/Composting

Ok, so you have your seeds and plants in the ground , now let's talk about how composting can help your garden and in return save you money.

Now,you can buy a simple container to keep on your counter top for your daily composting needs. These can be bought for under $30.00 at most stores like Walmart, Target, Lowes, ect.

You will compost items such as fruit peels vegetable peels, coffee grounds, including the filter.

The container will need to be emptied and put into your larger composter that you will keep outside. An old barrel, a new plastic trash can , either will do. Now, to start, add 20 pounds of soil. Add to your composter as often as needed and you will want to turn the compost every 2 weeks. Go to a fishing supply shop and buy a container of worms and add those as well.

I can not say enough for coffee grounds, your worms will love them and they will keep slugs at bay as well.

How deep should your compost be?
I suggest 2 to 4 pounds per square foot. If you read most articles this is alot but I have found this will give you fantastic yields, more than enough to share!

That is our tip for this week, happy gardening!

Great Tip

I saw this in a Rachel Ray book and loved it!

The one thing I hate about silver is how quick it can tarnish, this tip is so simple...put a piece of chalk in with your silverware....no more polishing!

Butterfly Show

The Butterfly show is up and running at the Krohn Conservatory. This is one of my family's favorite spring time events. It is open daily from 10am-5pm. You can pick up a $1.00 discount at any local UDF.

Ticket Prices:
Adults $6.00
Seniors $5.00
Children 5 and above $4.00
Under 4 is free!

Enjoy!

Happy Mother's Day!

Enjoy your day! I know we are headed off to the movies. (that is what my family has planned for me) I also had breakfast made for me. I could not have been blessed with a better or more understanding husband. We are ready to start planning a special father's day for him!!!

Ikea

On Sunday, May 9, Ikea is treating moms to a free breakfast with coffee. (valid only at certain locations)

Mothers Day

What a great "holiday" we get to share with our Mothers, Sisters, Grandmothers, Aunts, our best friends, and if you are lucky enough your best friends are your family.

At times we take for granted those most important in our lives. We forget Thank you's, we don't take time to sit down and talk when we pick the kids up from Grandma's, when our sisters bring breakfast when we are sick, we forget that it took time away from her own family, we complain how crazy our kids are making us to the best friend who has dreamed of having children for years.

You know,the best things in life are free, go visit your Mom, call an old friend, visit the nursing home where lots of Moms need TLC.


For so many of us have lost that special lady in our own lives, take this day to just sit back and remember the times you spent together, maybe pass on a few stories with your own children, use that old recipe that is a family tradtion, start your own tradtions.

This post is dedicated to our Grandmother Irene,better known as Nanny. Truly missed but never forgotten.

Happy Mother's Day!

Tips for Gardening Part 2

If you are looking at small square footage for your garden, here are a few tips before planting.

1. Pick a location that is close to your house,so it easy to pick from and convenient to take care of.

2. Pick a place that will not "flood out" in a heavy rain.

3. Make sure your garden will get at least 7 hours of sun light a day.

4. Do not plant by trees, their roots can ruin your garden.

5. Remember to use good soil, dig up existing dirt and replace it.

6. Do not over plant

Stay tuned for our series on gardening thru summer!

Starbucks

From May 7-16, Starbucks will be offering (at certain locations) their blended frappuccino beverages half price from 3 to 5 pm. We love these, so take advantage and enjoy!

Coupon Insert 5/9

We can expect 1 SmartSource coupon insert in the newspaper this Sunday.

Aldi 5/2 thru 5/8

Avocados 59 cents ea
Vine Tomatoes 1.69 per pack
Spring Mix 99 cents per bag
Baby Carrots 49 cents per bag

Flour Tortillas (10 in.) 20 oz. 99 cents
Nature's Nectar Juice Drinks 64 oz. 99 cents

Mother's Day
Mixed Bouquet 6.99
Flower Gift Bag or Watering Can 4.99

New Half Price Books

Great News if you are in the Mason, West Chester,Fairfield area of Ohio. A new Half Price Books will be opening in the shops of Indian Springs starting on Thursday May 9th.

Be on of the first 100 people thru the door and get a free $5 gift card and tote bag.

In addition, each day, one lucky shopper will win a $100 gift card

Cheese and Snackers

If you think cheese and crackers make a great snack, try some of these other combinations:
Cheddar Cheese with apples, pears, nuts, sausage, sparkling cider, melt on tortilla chips, pretzels

Blue with peanut brittle, apples, almonds, grape juice

Parmesan with olives, honey, dried fruit, walnuts, breads

Swiss with chocolate, veggies, ham, dried fruits, pistachios

Gouda with apples, pears, peaches, apricots, apple cider

Coupon Inserts 5/2

This maybe the week you would want to pick up more than 1 Sunday newspaper! We can expect up to 3 coupon inserts: 1 RedPlum, 1 SmartSource and 1 P & G

Michael's

Events where the kids can make a gift for mom or grandma!

Tuesday, May 4
6 - 8 pm
Mother's Day Free Spa Clay Pot Event

Saturday, May 8
10 am - noon
Free Mother's Day Card Make-It Take-It Event

The Krohn Conservatory

The annual butterfly show is underway through June 20. Admission for adults is $6, children under 17 are $4 and under 4 is free. With Mother's Day coming up, this might be a nice thing to plan. There is a $1 off printable coupon also at www.butterflyshow.com

Farmer's Market

There will be a Farmer's Market May 1st, 2 to 4 pm in West Chester. Go to www.westchesterfarmersmarket.com for more details.
Due to the last Farmer's Market having some rains and winds, Fabulous Ferments has rescheduled the vase decorating activity for kids for May 1st.

Reading for May

For the upcoming month the books I plan on getting thru are:

Big Girl by Danielle Steel She is my favorite author and I own every book she has ever written. I look forward to this book and I know it will be great!

Inside My Heart by Robin McGraw This was a Christmas gift to me. It is a book on choosing to live with passion and purpose and I am giving it a shot!

I will also be reading out of one of my fav books of the bible, which is Psalms and then doing additional reading from the Sunday services at church.

Angie will be posting her reading for the upcoming month later this week.

Aldi 4/25 - 5/1

Strawberries 99 cents a lb.

Lettuce 49 cents per head

Avocados 49 cents ea

Roma Tomatoes 89 cents lb.

Pineapple 1.49 ea

Coupon Inserts 4/25/10

We can expect up to 2 coupon inserts in this Sunday's newspaper. 1 RedPlum and 1 Smartsource

Banana Milk Shake

1/2 cup smooth peanut butter
3/4 cup milk
2 cups vanilla ice cream
1 banana

In a bowl beat the peanut butter and milk until smooth. In a blender, blend ice cream, and banana until smooth. Beat in peanut butter mixture until just combined. Serves 2 and 98 cents per serving!

BIKE SAFETY

On Saturday, April 24 from 10 am to 1 pm, there will be a bike safety inspection at the West Chester Library. (9363 Centre Point Dr.)

IHOP

Kids eat FREE in April from 4-10 pm. For more specific details you can go to www.ihop.com

Earth Day 2010

Earth Day is April 22, 2010. Let's all make an effort tomorrow to do atleast one earth friendly thing. My son's second grade class is working on the simple things we can all do such as recycle, turn off the water while brushing your teeth, park your car and walk to do errands. My kids use resuable lunch bags and that is one thing our household will be doing! Use your water bottle more than once. My husband is huge on always using a refillable coffee mug.
I found a site that is easy to navigate and will explain a little about earth day, the founder, it has a teacher's area for printables and ideas for the classroom, home schooling, things you can do with your children, etc.
All I can say it was pretty amazing hearing my 7 year old asking his 6 year old cousin at church on Sunday if she knew what a fossil fuel was! lol
Oh, and the site is www.earthday.wilderness.org

Cookies-and-Cream Milk Shakes

5 Chocolate sandwich cookies (oreos)
2 cups vanilla ice cream
1/2 cup milk

Place 3 cookies in a ziplock bag, seal and crush. In a blender combine ice cream and milk. Blend until smooth. Add crushed cookies and pulse a few times to blend. Pour into 2 tall glasses. Garnish each with a cookie. You can also add whip cream and drizzle with chocolate syrup.

The cost per serving is only 95 cents!!

Aldi 4/18/10

Strawberries $1.19 lb.

Bananas 39 cents a lb.

Carrots 49 cents a lb.

Broccoli 99 cents a bunch

Menu Monday

BREAKFASTS

Mini Pancakes, sugar free syrup
Kashi, Blueberry
Eggs and cheese in warm tortillas
Toast with apple butter (from Pigeon Forge! Thanks Angie!)

LUNCHES

Leftover Pizza and Breadsticks (from the week-end)
Chicken Breast Sandwiches, chips
Baked Potatoes with cheese and bacon
Cheese Quesidallas

DINNERS

Pork Roast with potatoes and carrots
Smoked Sausage with Mac and cheese, peas
Steak with rice, corn
Grill out Burgers and hot dogs
Eggs, sausage, toast
Dinner out
Homemade veggie soup

SNACKS

grapes, strawberries
strawberry yogurt
lowfat popcorn
crispy tortillas, salsa

Peaches-n-Cream Milk Shake

1 10 oz. bag frozen peach slices, thawed slightly
1/2 cup milk
1 cup vanilla ice cream
2 Tbsp. maple syrup
1 tsp. vanilla extract

Blend peaches and milk in blender until peaches are in small pieces. Add ice cream, maple syrup and vanilla, blend until smooth. Pour into 2 glasses. (garnish with whip cream, if you like)

Prep time is 5 min.
282 Cal

Quick Meal Ideas

Open a can of tuna

For a weeknight dinner, stir drained tuna into macaroni and cheese or spoon it over hot pasta. You can dress up a salad by adding tuna to your favorite salad recipe. Make it a melt by scooping it on to an english muuffin half, top with cheddar, add tomato and lettuce if you like.

Milkshakes anyone?

Starting Monday, we will feature a different milkshake recipe for each day this week.

Bigg's

The Bigg's in my area is having a Storewide Blow-out! Alot of the regular grocery items are only 5% off. But, the baby items and HBA items are 25% off, combined with coupons, this could make for some great deals.
My big find was Huggies Little Movers Diapers, 19.99. 25% off made the box 15.99 and with my $3 coupon, I was able to get 56 size 5 diapers for 12.99.
All of the greeting cards and party type decor is 60%! My store was clearing out fast!

Coupon Inserts 4/18/10

We can expect 2 inserts in the newspaper this Sunday, 1 RedPlum and 1 SmartSource

Interested in Adopting a Pet???

Animal Friends Humane Society Adoption Van will be at the West Chester Library on Monday, June 7, 2010.
You and your children can visit with, pet, hold and maybe adopt an adorable cat or dog. All the animals will be spayed or neutered and have their beginner shots.
For more information, please call the library children's dept. at 513-777-3131

Starbucks

Join the movement!!! On April 15th, bring a reusable travel mug into your local Starbucks to get a FREE brewed coffee.

Be Snack Ready

Go to www.besnackready.com to sign up to receive samples and special offers from Frito-Lay.

Switch for Free

Go to www.landolakes.com to find out how you can send in a UPC symbol from any I Can't Believe It's Not Butter spread product or Smart Balance Buttery Spread to receive a free coupon for the Land O Lakes Butter with Olive Oil.

By Robert Brault...

If you haven't time to respond to a tug at your pants leg, your schedule is too crowded.

Spring Cleaning!

This is a topic and area that not many of us want to tackle! BUT...Angie and I find this is a must to address. We are having a garage sale (soon!) We have a 4 step method that will hopefully help and make this job easier. We are mostly talking about clutter. Get out 4 boxes, bags or containers and label them:
Trash
Give Away/Sell
Put Away
Storage

Trash - this should include any items you do not need or want. It might include broken items that are not able to be donated.

Give Away/Sell - This is where your garage sale items would come in. Be generous and think of items that other's can use.

Put Away - This should be your smallest category. These items may just be things laying around.

Storage - I know at our home, these might be seasonal clothing items. If other seasonal items, group like things together. Label your storage containers to make things easier next season.

Tim Hawkins

He is a Christian. He is a comedian, an award-winning one at that! If you need some funny...check him out!!! (www.timhawkins.net)
Our youth group at church so so enjoys his humor. Tim attributes his gift for comedy to the lord. He is not just any comedian...he uses song to touch lives.
Again, I invite you to check him out.
A merry heart doeth good like a medicine. Prov 17:22

Spring Break

Time does so fly by! As you have probably noticed, Angie and I are both on spring break with our families. She headed south with her family and they are having a blast in a cabin! I headed north, mainly to visit with hubby's family. We have been able to find some frugal things to do with the kids tho. Bowling has been real easy to find deals on. The place we went today had all you can bowl for 6.95 each! Then, the kids finally got to see Avatar at a movie theater that was $3 per person. We brought a deck of cards and coloring books and crayons, etc. We have enjoyed using the pool and hot tub at our hotel also. Hope you all are having a wonderful spring break!

Coupon Inserts 4/11/10

In the newspaper this week, we can expect up to 2 coupon inserts. 1 RedPlum and 1 Smartsource

Spiced Ice Tea

This is a delicious twist on your traditional sun tea. (It really makes your kitchen smell yummy too!)
The cost is about 45 cents per serving, 49 caleries and makes 8 servings.

Ingredients:
10 whole cloves
4 cinnamon sticks, broke in half
2 in. long strip of lemon zest
8 herbal tea bags
1/2 cup sugar

Wrap cloves, cinnamon and zest in a piece of rinsed cheesecloth, tie with kitchen string.

8 cups of water to boil in a pan. Add spice bundle and tea bags. Remove from heat, cover and steep 10 min.

Remove and discard spice bundle and tea bags. Stir in sugar, chill and serve over ice. Garnish with lemon slices, if desired.

Jelly Bean Prayer

Red is for the blood He gave
Green is for the grass He made
Yellow is for the sun so bright
Orange is for the edge of night
Black is for the sins we made
White is for the grace he gave
Purple is for the house of sorrow
Pink is for the new tomorrow

A bag of jelly beans
colorful and sweet
In this prayer is a promise
and a small delicious treat!

You can print this out on pastel paper and attach to a baggie of jelly beans with the colors indicated above. You can use it for your Sunday school class, in your child's easter basket, etc.

We want to take a moment and wish from our families to yours a very Happy and Blessed Easter.

IKEA

Free Small Breakfast and Coffee
Offer valid Friday, April 2 - Sunday, April 4, 2010

Dinera dinnerware set
18 pcs/$14.99
Includes 6 each: 10 in. plate, 8 inch side plate and 5.5 inch bowl
Glazed Stoneware in colors of gray-blue, beige or brown

Farmer's Market

Saturday, April 3
2-4 pm
Stop out at the West Chester Farmer's Market on Union Centre Dr.
Fabulous Ferments will host a free vase decorating party at their booth for the kids to take home. This would be a nice thing to add to your Easter dinner table!!!

Earth's Best Organic

With trying to find healthy snacks for my toddler, we recently tried Earth's Best Organic Yogurt Rice Crisp Bars. I have to say, these were a hit. They come prepackaged, so make for something easy to grab and put in the diaper bag, etc. You can check out their website www.earthsbest.com If you are not familar with their products, they make baby food as well as baby formula. Right now, there are several good coupons to print. A coupon for a $1 off 7 jars of baby food, 55 cents off box organic infant cereal

Brown Sugar

Have you ever went to use your brown sugar and it is really, really hard? This is something that has happened to Angie and I...most recently when we had our granola baking experience! Do you have any tips to keep yours soft and ready to go when you need it? Please, please share with us and our readers.
I did see a few hints online and wonder if they work. One was to put the brown sugar in a container in the microwave with a bowl of water beside it. Microwave a minute and keep checking every 30 seconds after while being careful not to melt the sugar.
Another was to put a slice of bread in with the brown sugar in an airtight container to keep it soft. (I know this works with homemade cookies)

Applesause

Here is a great recipe for homemade applesauce.

Wash, peel and core 4lbs of apples
Chop into 1-inch pieces
Simmer apples, covered, in a large saucepan with 1/3 cup of water until apples are tender, about 15 min.
In small batches,place apples in blender with 1/4 cup of sugar and blend until smooth.
Place in plastic container and refrigerate.

*You can also place applesauce into ice cube trays and freeze for future use

Upcoming Easter Events

March 27, Heritage Oak Park in Mason
Free Easter Egg Hunt, starts at noon
Kids are grouped by age
Bring your own basket

April 3, Keehner Park (tennis court area)
Easter Egg Hunt
8 years and younger

April 3, The Beach Waterpark
Eggstravaganza
Free 11 am to 2 pm
5 and under for egg hunt at noon
Easter Bunny pics available

Coupon Inserts 3/28/10

This maybe a good week to pick up more than one Sunday paper. We can expect up to 2 Smartsource inserts, a RedPlum and a P & G insert!!

Easter Basket Fillers

Are you still looking for some things to fill those Easter Baskets? If so head over to Michael's Craft Store.

Here is what I spotted in the dollar aisle:

Easter puzzles
Stickers
Sticker Books
Wooden Cars
Wooden Airplanes
Notepads
Jump Ropes
Bubbles
Foam Art Projects
Photo Frames to decorate
Candy
Easter pens/pencils
Pez
Necklaces
Story Books
Coloring Books
Easter Checker Games

There are so many cute things. There was also a 40% of one item in the paper last week!

Happy Shopping!

Grace

We have been reading the book "What's So Amazing About Grace?" by Philip Yancey
This has been an ongoing book study for us on Wednesday night thru the month of March. Last week, I went over what grace is about. This week, I just want to touch briefly on what grace IS NOT!
Grace is not:
-fair
-deserved
-earned

I hope that everyone discovers God's grace for you and the transforming power of that grace for your life and relationships.

John Newton is the writer of the song "Amazing Grace" This was probably composed between 1760 and 1770. The words define grace thru song.
Amazing Grace! How sweet the sound

Twas grace that taught my heart to fear,
And grace my fears relieved.
How precious did that grace appear
The hour I first believed.

Take a time out and listen to the words of this song! It is one of our favorites for nap time at our house.

Target Deals!

Thanks to Angie for letting us know about the St. Ives freebies!
We wanted to let you know about a few more deals.

Up & Up Diapers
Select sizes on clearance at 15% off
50 size 5 diapers for $9.25

Huggies $8.99 for Jumbo Pack
Use Printable MFR $3/1
Final Price $5.99

Gillette Fusion Razer $4.99
Use MFR Coupon $4/1
Final Price 99 cents!

Rimmel Mascara $2.24
$3/1 Coupon in All You Magazine, March
This was a money maker for me!

On Clearance 48 cents per box
4 Ct. box, making these 12 cents a bar
Chewy Granola and Fruit and Nut Chewy Bars

Free St. Ives

You can use those St. Ives coupons from this weeks paper at Target to get free trial size St.Ives products.

St. Ives Apricot Scrub 1 oz .99
St. Ives Oatmeal and Shea Butter Body Wash 3oz .99
St. Ives Vitamin E Moisturizer 2oz .99

Official policy at Target is that you can use the dollar coupon, as they can adjust the coupon down to .99cents

ALDI DEALS FOR 3/21

Looks like a good week to do Easter dinner shopping!

Appleton Farms Spiral Sliced Half Honey Ham 1.49lb.
Appleton Farms Smoked Ham Butt Portion 1.19lb.
Appleton Farms Smoked Ham Shank Portion .99lb.

Maple Leaf Farms Whole Duck 5lb. 11.99

Butterball Whole Turkey 12-20lb. .99 lb.

L'oven Rolls 12 count 1.49

Happy Harvest Cut Sweet Potatoes 1.19 each

Chef's Cupboard Stuffing Mix .89

Cantaloupe.99

Pineapple 1.49

Grapefruit 5lb bag 1.49

Navel Oranges 4lb bag 1.29

CVS 3/21

CVS is running there 3 day sale this week.

Hershey Assorted Pastel,Reese Kisses $1.97

Easter M&M's 1.97 limit 4

Easter Grass or Filler Eggs .50 each limit 4

Honey Barbecue Chicken Sandwiches

This recipe is really quick and easy if you keep cooked chicken in your freezer. This is great for those warm months coming up!

One package of angel hair coleslaw
1/3 cup coleslaw dressing
3 cups shredded chicken
6 tablespoons of honey barbecue sauce, whatever brand you have on hand
6 hamburger buns, toast in oven for 3 min.

Combine coleslaw and dressing in a bowl,let stand for 12 min.
Top bottom halve of each bun with 1/2 cup chicken, 1 tablespoon of barbecue sauce and 1/2cup of coleslaw.

Easy oh so good!

Coupon inserts 3/21/10

We can expect up to 2 coupon inserts in the newspaper. 1 Redplum 1 Smartsouce

Frugal Friday

Both of our families have children learning to read. A site that has been helpful (and teacher recommended) for my son is: www.starfall.com
This site opened in 2002 and is a public service to motivate your child to read. Check it out! You will be glad you did!

Weekly Menu

Breakfasts:
Chocolate Chip Pancakes
Cereal with Milk
Bananas
Yogurt
Cinnamon Toast
Sunday: eggs, sausage
Apple and Orange Juice, Coffee

Lunches:
Friday: Leftovers
Saturday: Pizza Bagels or Buns (this is real easy...use whatever buns or bagels you have, add pizza sauce, cheese and fav toppings and bake)
Sunday: Home Vegetable Soup (using Angie's suggestion of putting leftover veggies from dinners in a big baggie for easy put together of the soup)
Monday: Chicken Salad on crackers
Tuesday thru Thursday: leftovers or deli sandwiches
Friday: lunch out

Dinners:
Friday: Pot roast, carrots and potatoes
Saturday: Dinner out
Sunday: Mexican Night...soft tacos with fixins, refried beans and spanish rice
Monday: Homemade chicken and noodles. succatash
Tuesday: Spaghetti with warm rolls
Wednesday: Steak, beef rice, green beans
Thursday: Breakfast for dinner, eggs, potatoes

Snacks:
celery sticks, radishes
popcorn, pretzels
fruit snacks
ice cream

New Moon

For all of us waiting on the release of New Moon...the wait is almost over. The release date is March 20th. You can get a copy at your 24 hour Kroger location at midnight, Friday, March 19th. The ad states it will be $19.99 for a 2 disc special edition. On the special edition set, there is suppose to be a sneak peek of Eclipse!!

Spring is coming/get your garden ready!

We are for the first time, planting a small garden for our two familes to share.

I have been doing alot of research in prepreation and thought I would share with you how to start getting ready to plan your garden.

First is to go and get seeds. This is not the time to be too frugal, you want quality seeds. Next go buy seed starter planters and pick up seed startng potting soil. This soil has added nutrients to help the seeds grow.

As soon as you start seeing the plant grow, make sure to remove the plastic lid, this is important, as if you miss this step, your seeds will mold.

This month start with your colder weather vegetables, peas, radishs,leaf lettuce. If you decide to start your seeds in the ground, remember to cover them overnight. An old cotton sheet is great for this.

I will keep offering tips throughout our learning experience, so make sure you keep checking back in.

Book Review...

We are reading the book: What's So Amazing About Grace? The author is Philip Yancy. We will be posting thru out the month of March each week on a small lesson or something we have learned through our studies and readings.
Just a few things grace is:
-absolution
-generosity
-thirst

Simply put...Grace is the Cross!!!
John 3:16
For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten son, that whosoever believeth in Him shall not perish but have everlasting life.

Apple Butter Pork Tenderloin

This is a very yummy different way to make your pork tenderloin. This is a meat that we buy frequently, as pork tenderloin goes on sale at Meijer fairly often for about $1.49 a lb.

1 pork tenderloin
salt and pepper
1/2 cup apple butter
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon apple juice
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease a shallow baking dish.
Place prepared pork in pan and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Combine remaining ingredients in a small bowl and spread over pork. Bake 35-45 minutes. Allow dish to rest 5-10 minutes before slicing. Serve drizzled with sauce from the pan.

Walgreens 3/14

Here are a few highlights:

Visine Eye Drops $3.99 in ad coupon
$3/1 (All You March)
.99 final price

Orbit Gum .99 in ad coupon
$1/2 Walgreens March Coupon Booklet
.49 final price each

Chapstick .99 in ad coupon
$1/3 (RP)
.66 final price each

Select Kellogs Cereal $1.99
$1/3 (RP)
As low as $1.24 each

Trying to lose weight?

Did you know that dehydration leads to most of our food cravings?

Most people think of dehydration as something you get when you are sick or have been working out or playing sports, but that is just not true.

You should be drinking half of your body weight, in ounces, everyday. This means that a person who weighs 120 pounds, should be drinking 60 ounces of water each day.

In addition to curbing hunger, water also helps with digestion, and helps naturally detox your body.

Remember that even mild dehydration slows your metabolism, so drink up

Jello Mojito Granita

What you will need:
1 cup boiling water
2 Tbsp. lime juice
1 3 oz. pkg. jello, lime flavor
3/4 cup carbonated lemon lime beverage
1/4 cup rum or water
2 Tbsp. finely chopped fresh mint

Stir boiling water into gelatin mix, medium bowl until dissolved. Stir in remaining ingredients. Pour into 9 inch pan. Freeze 3 hours or until firm.
Spoon frozen mixture into large bowl. Beat with mixer on high until smooth. This looks really pretty garnished with a slice of lime or a sprig of mint.
Freeze any leftovers.

St. Patrick's Day Fun

For your Frugal Friday Fun...we wanted to get a head start on preparing just a few things you can do for St. Patrick's Day coming up on the 17th. Keep in mind these are leprechaun approved. You can wear green to start your day! Get out your copy of the wonderful Dr. Seuss book, Green Eggs and Ham. Prepare breakfast for dinner and turn your eggs green. (just use a little food coloring) There are some other neat things to check out at www.familyfun.go.com There you will find printables, other recipes, etc.
We will be posting an adult or child friendly recipe for jello also. Check back for this and please leave us your fun St. Patrick's Day ideas!

Coupons Inserts 3/14/10

We can expect up to 2 coupon inserts in the newspaper this Sunday. 1 RedPlum 1 Smartsource

Easy Ways to Go Green

Green "to go" If you don't brew your coffee at home, take a travel mug to your fav java joint! They may fill your cup at a discount.
Running Errands, BYOB! Bags, that is!! It is becoming popular for retailers to pay you for using your bags.
Have a special basket or bin for paper you can recycle and use over at home! Scrap paper for the kids to write on is one use. Currently, we are donating our old newspaper to the art class at school for projects.
Buy refillable containers (spray bottles, for example), they can be refilled from larger jugs or concentrate. You can also make your own vinegar mixture for cleaning glass, removing soap or hard-water buildup on chrome fixtures.

P&GbrandSAVER

Did you know that for each coupon you redeem from the P&G saver from the 3/7 paper equals one day of clean water thru The Children's Safe Drinking Water Progam?

Please use as many of these coupons as possible and visit www.csdw.org to learn how you can become more involved.

Currently Reading....

We will be posting monthly the book(s) we are reading. Right now, thru our Wednesday night bible study at church, we are reading an author that is new to both of us. The book: What's So Amazing About Grace? Author: Philip Yancy
We will be sharing just a bit of inspiration from the book or from our lesson each week with you. This week is a bible verse that will help each and every one of us. You can turn this into a purse size card or print it out and put it on your fridge.
Romans 6:14
"Sin, you will not be my master. My Father is my master, and I'm not under law - I'm under grace."

Aldi

Deals good from 3/7 thru 3/13
Red Potatoes 99 cents per 5 lb. bag
Onions 49 cents per 3 lb. bag (this is 16 cents a lb.)
Cabbage 49 cents each
Carrots 49 cents per 2 lb. bag

Meijer Catalinas

Here is the list of current catalinas for week of 3/7

Dole Frozen Fruit Buy 3 get 50 cents
Dole Fruit Bowls,gels,parfaits,or fruit crisp Buy 4 get 75 cents
Maxwell House 11-26 ounce Buy 2 get 75 cents
Maxwell House 33 ounce Buy 2 get $1
Oscar Mayer Uncooked Bacon Buy 2 get $1
Gladware Buy 1 get $1
Oscar Mayer Hot Dogs Buy 2 get $2
Kleenex 60 count or larger Buy 4 get $1
Dove for Men Buy 2 get $2
General Foods International Buy 2 get $1
Refresh Eye Drops Buy 1 get $1.50
Optive Eye Drops Buy 1 get $1.50
Swanson Canned Poultry Buy 3 get $1
Crystal Light Buy 5 get $4
Boost Nutritional Drink Multipack Buy 1 get $2
Boost Kids Essentials Buy 1 get $2
Friskies Cat Food Buy 16 get 50 cents
Starkist Gourmet Specialty Canned Tuna Buy 4 get 75 cents
Pedialyte Buy 2 get $1.50
Ghiradelli Baking Chips Buy 2 get $1
Fiber One Chewy Bars Buy 3 get $1.50
General Mills/Betty Crocker Fruit Snacks Buy 3 get $1.50
Nature's Source Natural Cleaning Products Buy 2 get $2
Dole Tropical Fruit Buy 3 get 50 cents
Dole Pineapple 8oz Buy 4 get 50 cents
Dole Mandarin Oranges 11-15oz Buy 3 get 50 cents
Gerber Yogurt Blends Buy 3 get $2

These are catalinas which will be good on your next order.

What does organic really mean?

The U.S. Dept. of Agriculture has strict rules about what really constitutes organic food and can carry the label. Food must be produced without synthetic pesticides, fertilizers, antibiotics or growth hormones.
To clarify some labels you might be reading:
100 PERCENT ORGANIC All the ingredients in multi ingredient foods with this label are organic. This would be the same as the USDA organic label.
ORGANIC Products with this label contain atleast 95 percent organic ingredients. The remaining ingredients may not be available organic but approved by the USDA's National Organic Program.
MADE WITH ORGANIC INGREDIENTS Products that have this phrase on their label must contain at least 70 percent organic ingredients.

Coupon Inserts 3/7/10

We can expect up to 3 coupon inserts in the newspaper on Sunday. The newspaper stand signs are saying this week's coupons equal $274 in savings! Sounds like a week to buy more than one paper!

75 Calorie Treats

3 Hershey Kisses = 77 Calories
15 small conversation Hearts = 75 Calories
Strawberry dipped in 1 TBSP. melted chocolate = 75 Calories
12 Sweetarts = 75 Calories

Stonyfield Rewards

Be sure to visit www.stonyfield.com and print out coupons for all of your favorite Stonyfield products.

While you are there,sign up for My Stonyfield rewards and get rewarded for eating your favorite yogurt.

New rewards include Woodstock Farms Fruit, Rising Moon Pasta, and Seventh Generation Disinfectant Combo Pack. These rewards are valid until June 2010.

Frugal Friday

This recipe makes for a nice lunch or dinner. It is under $3 to make this as a lunch and you can prepare it as a dinner for a family of 5-6 for under $5. We call it Ramen Suprise at our house. It is a classic from my husband!
4-5 packs of chicken flavored ramen noodles
1 can of cream of mushroom soup
cheese for garnish
Cook ramen noodles in a large pot until most of the water has boiled off. Add can of cream of mushroom soup. Serve in soup mugs and garnish with your favorite shredded cheese. (We use mild cheddar)
This can easily be turned into a dinner also. Add a veggie, such as can of corn, peas or french style green beans. You can also add a 6 or 12 oz. can of chicken. (leftover chicken breast would work well) Top with cracker crumbs or cheese and enjoy!

So true....

Cleaning your house while your kids are still growing up is like shoveling the walk before it stops snowing. -Phyllis Diller

Newman's Own

Speaking of Newman's Own, the site has new coupons for pizza and cereal, make sure to stop over and check them out!

Organic Brands

We have been posting alot about going organic, and the more research we do , we are finding that it is becoming more common for the brands we know to offer organic varities of their products.

Here are a few brands that offer organic products:

Newman's Own
Planters
Ragu
Fresh Express
Domino's Sugar
Similac (baby food)
Post Cereal
Wolfgang Puck

If you shop Kroger, they have their own organic brand. I have tried a few of the products and have been very impressed.

Keep your eyes on our blog, as we discover more ways to be green.

Wise Words

I discovered this fall that my sister really loves the Chanel handbags! I mean, I was really shocked that she can spot one a mile away! lol I found this quote by Coco Chanel and wanted to post it:
In order to be irreplaceable,
one must always be different.
That fits my sister, she is a one of a kind, wonderful, inspiration to me.

Apple Crisp Recipe

This is one of my favorite desserts to make and serve. It looks like one that takes alot of time, but so simple and everyone like it!

Preheat oven to 350 degrees

What you need:

5-6 medium apples, peeled and sliced thinly

5 tablespoons of butter
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup instant oats
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon vanilla

Place peeled apples in a 8x8 pan

Combine all remaining ingredients in a bowl and mix. Pour mixture over apples and bake 25 min. . Best served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream!

DIGIORNO HOUSE PARTY!!

We are sooo excited! We was just picked to host a DIGIORNO CHAMPIONS HOUSE PARTY! Our party is part of a nationwide party to be held on March 20th!

We will be posting pictures on this blog and will let you know about all the goodies we receive as part of our party pack!

Walgreens 2/28

Here are the best deals this week:

1.99 Revlon Matte eye shadow
2.00 coupon 2/21SS
Free note: you might have to cashier adjust coupon down to 1.99

1.98 for 2 Nivea Touch of Shine Lip Gloss
.99 2/27 bogo
.50 after coupon

1.99 Speed Stick, Lady Speed Stick Deodorant
1.00 RR
.99 after RR

.99 Johnson and Johnson Reach Dental Floss With in ad coupon
1.00 1/13 RP
Free

.99 Reach Prevent Toothbrush With in ad coupon
1.00 1/13 RR
Free

Coupons.com

Head over to coupons.com and print out the new Easter candy coupons, they won't last long.

.75 off Goldfish crackers
1.00 off 2 bags nestle eggs
1.00 off 2 bags of wonka candies

There is also quite a few dog/cat food and treat coupons right now!

How can I tell if my produce is organic?

When shopping at an everyday supermarket, it is sometimes very hard to tell if you are truly getting an organic product,here is the know....

PLU codes have been used since the early 1990's, these codes are used for bulk produce and other items such as nuts and herbs.

Look for the sticker on the produce, a PLU sticker with 4 digits means that it is not organic; a PLU sticker with 5 digits, beginning with the number 9 means it is organic!

I hope this helps as so many markets are trying harder to stock organic items!

Want to go Organic??

Try easing into it!!!!

I have a few tips that might help. For example, for foods, pick a product or two that excite you. Try those first. Pick something your kids eat the most of.
If you have a baby or toddler use organic diapers. Start buying organic baby food or dairy.
If you have a pet, consider pine, wheat or corn based liter instead of clay based.
Use a more natural sweetner. Buy local honey and try using it. It supports local farmers and the environment. My two fav ways to use honey is in a cup of hot tea and with biscuits! Yum!
Go organic when buying makeup or beauty treatments. It is good for your skin.
Try to avoid using plastic containers and cutlery. Anything made with plastic starts as oil and never degrades. (that is my lesson of the day, I was not aware of that fact)

So, if you are wanting to go organic totally or just easing into, wanting to try out a few products or tips...hope this helps!

Blessings

My family and I had the great pleasure of seeing a great youth band at church this week. They are a group of 5 young people with enthusiasm, love for the lord and what they are doing. They are Captive Free!!! I feel our whole church was blessed to have them perform. This was the highlight of our past week.

Rejoice in the Lord always,and again, I say Rejoice.
Phillippians 4:4

Weekly Menu

Breakfasts
Honey Bran and Poppy Seed Muffins
Biscuits with honey
Bananas
Sunday: Eggs, Bacon and Toast
Coffee, apple and orange juices and milk

Lunches
Sat. Bagels with cream cheese
Sun. Hot dogs, chili, shredded cheese
Mon. Chicken salad, crackers
Tues. Lunch at school
Wed. leftovers
Thurs. cheese/eggs in warm tortillas
Fri. lunch at mom's

Dinner
Sat. Pork roast with carrots and potatoes
Sun. Dinner out
Mon. Shrimp with noodles, cream of broccoli (my homemade specialty)
Tues. Chicken, broccoli augratin rice, biscuits
Wed. Beef and noodles, with cream of mushroom, fresh corn
Thurs. Turkey with gravy and mashed potatoes, green beans
Fri. Chili with shredded cheese, crackers

Snacks
Yellow delicious organic apples
Fat free caramel dip
celery with peanut butter
red grapes
lowfat pretzels

Coupon Inserts 2/28/10

We can expect up to 2 coupon inserts in the newspaper this Sunday, 1 RedPlum and 1 SmartSource.

We are so excited!!

We just got chosen to review books from Book Sneeze! We have chosen this as our first book to review! Can't wait to read and post about this book as it is part of the Christian Encounters Series!

Will keep you posted!!

National Strawberry Day 2/27

Did you know we have a National Strawberry Day? It is just 2 days away!

In honor of this special day, I have a great Strawberry Butter recipe that is easy and oh so delicious!

1 pint of Strawberries
Washed and stemmed
1 tablespoon lemon juice
3/4 cup honey

In a blender, whirl berries to a smooth consistency. Measure 2 cups into medium sauce pan. Add remaining ingredients and bring to a boil, simmer for 25 min., stirring occasionally. Cool. This is a pourable butter, so tasty on pancakes!

If your kids are anything like my daughter, you will be making this alot!

Enjoy!

Current Walmart Deals 2/24

Rimmel Extra Super Lash Mascara $2.97
Use $3/1 March All You Magazine
FREE!!

Del Monte Canned Fruit $1.25
$1/5 1/27 RP
$1.05 each

Planters Big Nut Bars $2.79
$1/1 2/21 SS
$1.78

Uncle Ben's Whole Grain Brown Rice $1.87
$1/1 2/21 RP
.89 final price

Martha White Muffin Mix .78
.55/2 2/14 RP
.50 wyb 2

Grocery Time Saver

Try to write out your grocery list as to where things are located in your store. I know the 2 stores we shop most for groceries is Kroger and Meijer and to make out the list by aisle (especially with kids in tow) is so much easier and will save you time! This also works well when you need and want to stick to your list.

TARGET DEAL ALERT

Target has Kraft Block and Shredded Cheese on sale for $2.00
Use $1/2 from 1/24 insert and $1 Target printable coupon
.50 final price

Walgreens 2/21

Walgreen's Deals This Week:

Trident Layers .99
75 cents off coupon 2/7 SS
.24 each after coupon

Charmin 6 Big Rolls $3.49
25 cents off coupon 2/7 P&G
3.24 final price

Mentos Gum 99cents
.55 cents of coupon 2/21 SS
.44 each after coupon

Lemonheads Theater Box Candy 49 cents! WOW!

Pampers

30 FREE GIFTS TO GROW POINTS

Head on over to http://www.GiftsToGrow.com and enter code:GTGTEAMUSA2010 to receive 30 Gift to Grow Points

VocalPoint

Just wanted to rave about coupons I got in the mail today. We are big fans of VocalPoint!! I received four $1.50 coupons off of Kashi cereal thru VocalPoint. These will make for a great deal when a sale comes about. Stop over and check VocalPoint out for yourself: www.vocalpoint.com

Frugal Friday

Our suggestion is to tune into the Olympics. You can find the complete schedule, info about the athletes, etc at www.vancouver2010.com
This is a great way to spend time with the family on Friday evening!!! Our house has been cheering on Shawn White. He took the Gold in the Half Pipe Snowboarding Event!! So far the United States has won 5 Gold, 4 Silver and 6 Bronze. The olympics only come around every 4 years, so this is something great to expose your children to.

Coupon Inserts 2/21/09

In this week's newspaper, we can expect up to 3 coupons inserts. (1 Red Plum, 1 Smart Source and 1 P & G) This definately might be a week to pick up more than 1 paper!

Weekly Menu

Just running a little late this week getting our menu posted! We were so busy with the family for Valentine's Day. We ended up going to the mall and taking the kids shopping!
Breakfast:
cereal with bananas
french toast with warm syrup
homemade granola with yogurt
Sunday, eggs with sausage and toast
milk and assorted juices

Lunch:
Monday Salad and ramen noodles topped with cheese
Tuesday Leftover spaghetti
Wednesday Leftover chili
Thursday cheese toasties, apples with fruit dip
Rest of week PB& J, Healthy Choice frozen entrees

Dinner:
Monday Spaghetti, garlic bread
Tuesday Chili with crackers
Wednesday Baked Chicken, mashed potatoes, veggies
Thursday Pork Roast with carrots and potatoes
Friday Pizza (school function, so easy dinner)
Saturday Eating at Angie's, family birthday dinner
Sunday will be utilizing the oven making homemade mac & cheese (my daughter taking a large portion for dinner at church) Salad and fresh fruit

Worried about your food?

I don't know about you, but I am becoming more and more concerned about the food my family consumes. I want to feel good about what I serve.

Here is a list of the 10 most dangerous foods that contain pesticides , according to Environmental Workers Group:

1. Peach
2. Apples
3. Sweet Bell Pepper
4. Celery
5. Nectarine
6. Strawberries
7. Cherries
8. Kale
9. Lettuce
10. Imported Grapes

If you are thinking organic, make sure to include these items if at all possible in your budget.

Rouge Magazine

Did you know that Proctor and Gamble puts out a health and beauty magazine that is loaded with coupons?

Visit Rougemag.com to sign up for your free copy!

DEAL ALERT!!!!

Hot deal for the month of February:

Crest Cavity Protection 6.4 oz $2.29
$1.50 Walgreens February Coupon Book
Stack with .75 off coupon from 2/7 P & G insert
.04 final price!!! WOW!

If you need additional coupons shop on E-Bay or Amazon!

Aldi Feb. 14-20

.69 per dozen, Eggs

.99 per lb., Red Grapes
.39 per lb., Bananas
1.99 per 5 lb. bag, Grapefruit
1.29 per 4 lb. bag, Navel Oranges (this is 32 cents per lb.)

CVS Sunday and Monday Deals

Cottonelle 12 pack Toilet Paper $5.49
$1/1 (1/17 SS ) or Feb. All You Magazine
$4.49 final price limit 3

All Reading Glasses B1G1 limit 4

Brawny 6 pack towel paper $6.49
$1/1 (1/24 RP)
$5.49 limit 3

Walgreens 2/14

Here are three deals too good to pass up:

Welch's Grape Jelly $1.50
Use .55 coupon (1/3 SS)
.95 final price

Skippy Peanut Butter $1.50
Use .40 coupon (1/31 RP)
$1.10 final price

Campbells Tomato or Chicken Noodle Soup
.69 with in ad coupon
Use .40/4 (1/31 SS)
.59 final price

Coupon Inserts 2/14/10

It looks like we can expect only one Red Plum coupon insert in the paper this Sunday, Feb. 14th!

Swagbucks

Have you ever heard of Swagbucks? This is an awesome site that lets you get points for searching the Internet,something we all do, for really cool things, such as gift cards from Amazon, all kinds of things in the Swagbucks store such as t-shirts, music, and dvds.

When you sign up, they start you up with five points. On Friday, is mega swagbuck day, where you can earn up to 75 points for searching the Internet.

There are other ways to win Swag Bucks such as referrals, you can trade in your old cell phones, by shopping, and you can also find Swag Codes that you can enter for Swag Bucks.

This is a fun way to earn some extra money. It is one of the ways I am saving for the holidays this year!

Check it out you will be glad you did!

http://www.swagbucks.com

Aldi Special Buys 2/14

I was shopping at Aldi's for the produce deals and I picked up the Special Buys Insert. Here are the highlights:

Oscar Mayer Chopped Ham 16oz $2.79

Nabisco Oreo Cakesters $2.39

Nature's Nectar 100% Cranberry Blends Juice $2.49

These are all Asia Specialties:

Mandarin Orange or Honey Chicken 26oz $4.99

Baby Corn 12oz .99

Crab Rangoon or Wontons $1.99

Mini Egg Rolls $1.99

Sliced Water Chestnuts .59

Pork Potstickers $1.99

Chicken Fried Rice $2.49

Crofton rice oooker with steam tray $14.99

KingCraft Palm or Corner Sander $12.99

Workzone Professional Organizer $7.99

Workzone Storage Drawers $9.99

Fantasy Fudge

This is my recipe for Fantasy Fudge:

3 cups chocolate chips
14 oz. can sweetened condensed milk
1/2 tsp. of vanilla
optional: 1/2 cup nuts

Melt 3 cups chocolate chips with the condensed milk in heavy saucepan over low heat.
Stir pan constantly- Remove from heat- and add vanilla and nuts if you like.
Chill in wax paper lined 8 or 9 inch square pan

Note: For a Valentine's Day special dessert, you could chill on a red or white plate.
You could garnish around your plate with the nuts, M&M's, candy sprinkles, etc.

Cut and ENJOY!

Yummy! Guest Post

My daughter will be guest posting a little later today. With Valentine's Day right around the corner, she will be sharing her Fantasy Fudge recipe. This is a very simple 3-4 ingredient treat!

Charlie Brown

Who can resist watching Charlie Brown?? Not us!!
Be My Valentine, Charlie Brown will be on ABC on Wednesday, February 10 at 8 pm.

Valentines Head Start

Looks like we have a few days in with the kids (more snow)! This would be a good time to get ahead and get those Valentine's started or finished. One of our fav places to print coloring pages and multiple valentines on one page is www.holidays.kaboose.com