Sales

I feel I got some really good deals this past week. I hope some of you were able to get some inexpensive items that you needed. My deals were so great, I want to share a couple with you. I do usually look at the sale papers, but the main place I look is the forum section on the hotcouponworld website. Here's my score.



Bilo-to be honest, all I needed was cream from here. The deals were so good though, I couldn't resist. I received over $42.00 worth of groceries for around $14.00. I was able to get 10 containers of Bryers light yogurt for free because I used a $.50 coupon that doubled, 6 pounds of Blue Bonnet light margarine for free ( I did give a couple of these away and I froze the rest), and I bought 8 packs of the Knorr flavored rice dishes for $.40 a piece (makes quick good side dishes for church socials, etc.) I also was able to Del Monte can vegetables for $.30 can due to the sale and having coupons and 5 lb bag Domino sugar for $1.30



Wal-Greens-4 day sale-spend $25.00 and get a $5.00 register reward (this is a $5.00 coupon that you can use for things in the store). I was able to get 4 bottles of arm n hammer laundry detergent with bleach for $2.96. The detergent rang up $6.99 each which totaled up to $27.96, then I used the in-store coupon for $1.99, and out printed the $5.00 register reward. So, I spent $25.00 BEFORE coupons and I was able to get the register reward. At this store, I did spend a little more because they have cute stocking stuffers, toys were 4/$13.98, and I was able to buy a surprise gift for someone too. I was also able to get 3 rolls of reynolds wrap for free because I used their in-store coupon and a manufacturing coupon. OH, I also got about 8 rolls of scotch tape for $2.00 and I will send the receipt in to get all my money back on the rebate!



Food Lion-I took advantage of their 3 day sale and bought 4 whole chickens for $.69 lb., eggs were $.88 cents dozen, and green giant veggies were 3/$1.00 (limit 6). I also got free candy bars because there are having a buy 1 get 1 free sale and I have buy 1 get 1 free coupons. Great gifts for Christmas if you want to give a little something to someone or add to a gift!



Here are some things I see that you can get this week ON THE CHEAP!!!



WAL-GREENS

2 LT. 7-UP, SUNKIST, AND DR. PEPPER with in-store coupon $.79 limit 4

BUTTERBALL CHICKEN BROTH with in-store coupon $..50 limit 4

NESTLE COFFEE MATE LIQUID buy 1 get 1 free at $2.49 there are coupons out for past weeks or go here and get a $1.00 off coupon!

GIRLS TIGHTS $.99 with in-store coupon

ROYAL JELLO 5/$1.00 with in-store coupon

SKIPPY PEANUT BUTTER 2/$3.00 even cheaper if you have the $.40 coupon

SPLENDA $2.99 BOX there are coupons for this also

PROGRESSO SOUP $.99 with in-store coupon. There were coupons in the newspaper this week and it would make it a better deal. Click here and print 2 $1.10 coupons and you can get the soup for free!



Have you ever had your ink cartridge for your printer refilled at Wal-Greens? I have done this several times and have NEVER had a problem. There is a coupon in this week's sale paper for $5.00 off, so you can get your ink cartridge filled for $5.00 for black and $10.00 for color. AWESOME DEAL!



CVS

Pepsi 12 pk 4/$13.00 get $3.00 Extra bucks reward when you buy 4

Monthly deal on the contact solution is still going on spend $8.99 and get $8.99 ECBs. This is if you can find the solution. Limit 2

Nova Max glucose monitors $9.99 get $9.99 ECBs.

Colgate $2.99 get $2.00 ECBs

Right Guard and Soft & Dri deodorant $2.99 get $2.00 ECBs. Click here to see all the deals.
I believe some of this were 2 day sales, so you may want to check first if you are planning on going.



Another note: I went in to Michael's craft store yesterday and they already have Christmas items marked waaaaaaay down. Floral items were up to 70% off!! I wasn't able to take advantage of much, but just thought I would pass the word along.

A CUTE IDEA

I saw this idea on the homeschoolchristian website and just had to share it. I think I will find someone to give this to because it's just toooooo cute! I love it!

"Pop, Pop, Fizz, Fizz"

You'll need:
A cellophane bag (like a clear lunch bagl)
Twist ties to close it
One package of microwave popcorn
One can of pop
A couple of Hershey's kisses
Put the popcorn, pop & Kisses in the bag and with the twist tie to close put this gift card:"Pop, Pop, Fizz, Fizz,Oh what a great ______ (teacher, aunt,uncle etc.) you is!"

Why was Santa's little helper depressed?


He had low elf esteem.

What do you call people who are afraid of Santa Claus?


Claustrophobic

What kind of candle burns longer, a red or a green one?


Neither, all candles burn shorter!

Teaching My Children About Christmas

This Christmas season has been great so far. We haven't been really rushed, the tree is up, and crafts have been made. What makes this year different is that I have not committed myself to a lot of things and I started shopping early (on-line baby, on-line). Plus, our list of people to buy for is very short. We are concentrating on homemade treats for teacher gifts(church) and are going to give them out early. This has allowed me to concentrate on teaching the kids the true meaning of Christmas at a steady pace and to be able to have fun with it.

A few years ago I bought an Amanda Benett unit study on Christmas and this year is the first year that I have done it justice. It's a four week study and we are actually on the correct week! I enjoy mixing our school days up a bit. Sometimes I get so involved in the curriculum I purchased that I forget to see what other fun things is out there. I am listing a few things that may be of interest to you for this season of joy.

Click here to see worksheets I found on the Christmas story.

Click here to see the angel ornament we made.

Click here to see the sock snowman.

Click here to see the bookmarks that we hope to make.

If anyone has some good easy ideas for crafts and gifts, let me know. I would love to try them. I have trouble finding unique homemade gifts, but we enjoy making them for people.

UPDATE ON FREE THINGS

I posted a few weeks back about seeing what I could get to be able to give to a shelter or something. So far we have several bottles of shampoo and toothpaste. We also have some glucose monitors. Not too bad, but I was hoping to do better.

Friday Funnies

What did the ghost say to Santa Claus?

I'll have a boo Christmas without you

What does a cat on the beach have in common with Christmas?

Sandy Claws

What do you get if Santa goes down the chimney when a fire is lit?

Crisp Cringle (YIKES!)

More Christmas Fun

What do you get when you cross a snowman with a vampire?


Frostbite



What kind of bird can write?

a pen-quin


How do sheep in Mexico say Merry Christmas?

Fleece Navidad

CHRISTMAS FUN

What do elves learn in school?


The elf-abet!


What Christmas Carol is a favorite among parents?

Silent Night



What do snowmen eat for breakfast?

Frosted Flakes