Free After Rebate: Kellogg's Fiber Plus and Corn Flakes

Yesterday I told you about the free-after-rebate Cinnabon cereal. Well apparently there are also specially marked free-after-rebate packages of Kellogg's Fiber Plus Antioxidants and Kellogg's Corn Flakes Simply Cinnamon. Unfortunately it doesn't appear that there are any coupons available for these right now.

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Free Sample: 3M Floor Gripper

Go here to request a free sample of 3M Floor Gripper. This is used to keep rugs from slipping on wood, tile, concrete, vinyl, or carpet.

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Pilot Travel Centers: Free 32 oz. Fountain Drink

Are you planning to travel in the next couple of months? If so, you might find this coupon for a free 32 oz. fountain drink from Pilot Travel Centers handy. Coupon is valid 6/28/10-8/31/10.

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$0.50/1 Trident Coupon

Go to Trident's Facebook page to print a coupon for $0.50 off any pack of Trident gum. If your store doubles coupons you should be able to score some free or nearly free gum in the future! Coupon expires one month from printing.

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Monthly Spending Summary (June)

Monthly Grocery/Household Budget: $190

Total Spent: $183.84
Total Saved with Coupons & Sales: $258.27

Week 1: $74.38
Week 2: $40.74
Week 3: $8.70
Week 4: $60.02

Other Expenses: $194.00
This was for 80 qts. of strawberries and 1 bushel of peas.

Credits: $39.48

Ending Monthly Balance: $338.36 (over budget by $148.36)
Balance carried from Jan.-May: $351.06

Ending Annual Balance: $202.70

I'm sorry if all that was hard to follow. Basically I had a huge credit from the past 5 months and this month because of buying fruit and produce to freeze, I dipped into that some. However, I still have $200 surplus, for which I am thankful because I still have fruit and veggies that I want to buy to can and freeze!

Now that I'm not feeling so icky with my pregnancy I really should try to do a "live out of the pantry/freezer month". I should, but I'm not sure I have the motivation to do it! Making food is still not something I enjoy doing as much as I normally would...but maybe I can compromise and do it for 2 weeks. We'll see... :)

Free After Rebate: Kellogg's Cinnabon Cereal

Next time you head to the grocery store keep your eyes open for the Try-Me-Free specially marked boxes of Kellogg's Cinnabon cereal. Want to make the deal even sweeter? Combine it with this $1 Cinnabon Cereal coupon. It appears like you can get the rebate for each flavor, so you might want to check that out.

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Kellogg's Cereal Recall

Kellogg's is recalling select packages of their Kellogg’s® Corn Pops®, Honey Smacks®, Froot Loops® and Apple Jacks® cereals due to the products not meeting quality standards. Mercedes over at Common Sense with Money has all the details.

Weekly Spending Summary

This was a big spending week for me. I had a number of things I needed to stock up on plus I had to buy food for our family reunion this past weekend. After several weeks of not doing as much shopping (and actually almost being tired of deal hunting) I really enjoyed this week. I had fun getting some great bargains and it inspired me to keep doing this whole coupon/sale thing.

Total Spent: $60.02
Total Saved with Coupons: $36.55
Total Saved with Sales: $17.56
Total Saved: $54.11

CVS: $0 (gift card)
Saved with Coupons: $12.99
Saved with Sales: $4.00

Freebies: Dawn; Colgate and Power Bar after Extra Bucks

I bought the Neilmed Saline Drops to do a rebate on. It was a perfect way to use up some Extra Bucks that I had expiring! I used $10.99 in EB and got back $2 EB. I also will get back $10.99 for the Neilmed drops via rebate. Since I am employed at CVS I get a 20% employee discount which comes in pretty handy for things like rebates. My discount saved me $2.20 off the Neilmed drops but I'll get reimbursed for the full $10.99.


Rite Aid: $6.69
Saved with Coupons: $16.98
Saved with Sales: $8.18

Freebies: All of the above after SCR and +UP Rewards

I will get back $5.99 in Single Check Rebates plus I got $6 in +UP Rewards that I can use on future purchases.

Giant: $2.25
Saved with Coupons: $6.58
Saved with Sales: $5.38

Freebies: Ronzoni, Chicken of the Sea

Aldi: $8.23


Centerville Bulk Food: $35.19

Not Pictured: 3 bunches of bananas & 3 bags of grapes

I had to buy a bunch of fruit for our family reunion this weekend since I was supposed to take fruit slush as well as a fruit tray for breakfast. Thankfully, this little store has pretty decent prices on fruit!

Misc.: $7.84

I bought fresh ground whole wheat flour from my mother-in-law.

$0.50/1 Pepperidge Farm Printable Coupon

Go here to print a coupon for $0.50 off any Pepperidge Farms Goldfish Crackers. These often go on sale for close to $1 so if you have a store that doubles coupons you should be able to get an inexpensive snack

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Free Sample: Biore Makeup Remover or Cleanser

Complete the short survey here and you'll be able to request a free sample of Biore Makeup Removing Towelettes or Steam Activated Cleanser.

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DiGiorno: Free Product Coupon

Okay, this is a different way to have to get a freebie. But it's really not too complicated either. Go here, upload a photo and then you'll be able to request a coupon for a free DiGiorno Deep Dish Pizza.

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Free Sample: Move Free Advanced

Go here to request a free sample of Move Free Advanced Joint Fluid.

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$1.50/1 Planters Almond Coupon

"Like" Mr. Peanut on Facebook and you'll be able to print a coupon for $1.50 off any bag of Planter's Flavor Grove Almonds (5.75 oz. or larger). CVS has them on sale for $2.50 this week.

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$2.50/1 Luvs Diapers Coupon

Join the Luv's Diaper Network and you'll get two coupons for $2.50 off any pack of Luv's diapers via mail (make sure you check the box that asks if you want to receive coupons).

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Tasty Tuesday: Orange Julius

This is one of those beverages that is so refreshing on a hot summer day! I have fond memories of my mom making this for us on hot summer evenings. We thought it was the best treat ever! It also is a great addition to breakfast or brunch as well.

Orange Julius

1/3 c. frozen orange juice concentrate (not mixed)
1/2 c. milk
1/2 c. water
1/4 c. sugar
1/2 tsp. vanilla
6 ice cubes

Put everything in blender and mix until mostly smooth. Serve immediately!

Looking for other refreshing summer beverages? Why not try some Iced Coffee or Easy Fruit Smoothies?

For other great recipe ideas, check out Balancing Beauty and Bedlam's Tasty Tuesday, Blessed with Grace's Tempt my Tummy Tuesday, and All the Small Stuff's Tuesday's at the Table.

Dreaming of Tiny Sweetness...

Logan at just several days old.

I heard the most beautiful and amazing sound this morning...our baby's strong, steady heart beat. Thank you Jesus that all is well!

Yes, I am pregnant and yes we are more than excited to be experiencing the gift of new life once again. We are anxious to meet him/her mid-December- seems a long way off but I'm sure it will be here before I know it!

So if you have thought I seemed to be a bit absent on here lately that is the reason. I was not feeling very good and had zero energy so I was doing a lot of resting. And of course any energy I had went into doing my basic household chores and taking care of one active little nearly 2 year old. I'm glad to be feeling quite a bit better and am enjoying a bit more energy. Hopefully it will only keep improving! :)

$1 Jimmy Dean Printable

"Like" Jimmy Dean on Facebook and you'll be able to get a coupon for $1 off any Jimmy Dean product. That should make the sausage rolls a pretty decent price if you pair it with a sale.

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$1 Rayovac Printable Coupon

Go here to get a coupon for $1 off any pack of Rayovac batteries. Target has these in their $1 bins which of course means you can get yourself some free batteries!

Free Sample: Old Wisconsin Snack Stick (Select States)

Sign up for a free sample of Old Wisconsin Snack Sticks by visiting the Kroger website. Your Kroger card is not required to request this sample, however it is only offered to people living in these states: AL, AR, GA, IL, KY, LA, MI, MS, MO, NC, OH, SC, TN, TX, VA and WVA.

I know there are a number of readers that live in these states, so hopefully you'll be able to enjoy this one even though I can't!

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Waffle House: Free Slice of Pie

Use this coupon to get a free small slice of pie at Waffle House. Coupon is for dine in only and expires 7/10/10.

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Free Sample: Susta Natural Sweetener

Go here to request a free sample of Susta Natural Sweetener.

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Bath & Body Works: Free 2 oz. Lotion

Now through 6/20 you can take this coupon to your local Bath & Body Works to get a free 2 oz. bottle of their Forever Sunshine Body Lotion.

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Free Sample: PowerBar Gel Blasts

Go here to request a free sample of PowerBar Gel Blasts.

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Free Sample: Starbucks Via Ready Brew (New Link!)

Go here to request a free sample of Starbucks Via Ready Brew from Costco (no membership required).

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Weekly Spending Summary

This was kind of a fun week of shopping for me. I actually didn't spend that much time in the stores, but still ended up doing really well, even making more than I spent. Now that is my kind of week!

Total Spent: $8.70
Total Saved with Coupons: $50.49
Total Saved with Sales: $15.46
Total Saved: $65.95

Walmart: $2.23
Saved with Coupons: $3.00

Freebie: Pampers wipes

Rite Aid: $5.63
Saved with Coupons: $31.49
Saved with Sales: $11.59

Freebies: Everything (after SCR)

I will receive $16 back in Single Check Rebates and another $10 with the Aveeno rebate, so really, I made $20.37 on this purchase. Let me assure you, I am excited about that!


CVS: $0
Saved with Coupons: $8.00
Saved with Sales: $1.96

Freebies: Both Bottles of Gillette

I used $4 Extra Bucks and got back $8.

Giant: $0.84
Saved with Coupons: $3.00
Saved with Sales: $1.91

Freebies: Oikos

Target: $0
Saved with Coupons: $5.00

Freebies: Olay & Rayovac batteries

I rarely shop at Target because it's not that close by and I just don't find it worth my time. But since I needed to go there anyway for a wedding gift, I decided to get a couple of deals too. I actually made $0.46 on the body wash since it only cost $3.54 and I had a $4.00 coupon. I didn't think Target gave coupon overages, but they did and of course I didn't complain!

How did you do? What was the best deal you got this week?

Free Sample: Degree Body Mist

"Like" Degree Women on Facebook then click on the "Mist Feed" tab and you'll be able to request a free sample of Degree Body Mist.

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$1/1 Philadelphia Cream Cheese

If you're willing to follow a few steps you can get yourself a $1/1 Philadelphia Cream Cheese coupon. I've seen these on sale for $1 quite often so I am really excited about this! Anyway, here's how you can get the coupon.

1. Go to the Real Women of Philadelphia website
2. Sign up for a free account (top right hand of page)
3. Verify your account through the link sent to you via email
4. Return to the Real Women of Philadelphia website, sign in, click on "Home". Scroll down the page and look for the link for the coupon on the right side of the page. Remember, you can print this twice!

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Free Sample: Tena Ultra Thins

Go here to request a free sample of Tena Ultra Thins.

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Free Sample: Goodnights Underpants

Go here to request a free sample of GoodNights Underpants.

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Free Sample: All Bran

Well, it seems to be the day for free samples! Not that I mind of course.

Go here to request a free sample pack of Kellogg's All Bran.

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Free Sample: Kraft Sandwich Shop Mayo

Go here to request a free sample of Kraft's new Sandwich Shop Mayo.

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Free Sample: Dove Shampoo & Conditioner

Go here to request a free sample of Dove Daily Moisture Shampoo and Conditioner. Even though this is a sample offer from Costco, you DO NOT have to be a Costco member to request it.

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Free Sample: Bodycology Hand Lotion

Go here to request a free sample of Bodycology Hand Lotion.

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Free Sample: Bull's Eye BBQ Sauce

Go here to request a free sample of Bull's Eye new regional BBQ sauce.

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Free Sample: Purina One Smartblend Pet Food

Go here to request a free sample of Purina One Smartblend Dog or Cat Food.

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40 Pampers Gifts to Grow Points

Use the following codes to add 40 more points to your Pampers Gifts to Grow account:

25GTGSUMMER2010

15GTGSUMMERFUN

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Free Sample: Propel Drink Mix

"Like" Propel on Facebook and you'll be able to request a sample of their new fitness drink mix.

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Jamba Juice: $1 Superfruit Smoothie (Today 6/16 Only!)

Do you have a Jamba Juice nearby? If so, you might want to stop by and get one of their 16 oz. Superfruit Smoothies. Today only, they are only $1.

I just noticed that one of these went in downtown recently. Logan and I just might have to take our walk in that direction today! I'm a sucker for cold, refreshing drinks.

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$1 Chicken of the Sea Coupon

"Like" Chicken of the Sea on Facebook and you'll be able to print a $1/1 coupon. I often see the pouches of tuna on sale for $1 or less so you should be able to get some free tuna with this coupon.

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Rebate: Schick Razor Try Me Free

If you at all think you'll use this rebate, I'd print it NOW. Companies are known to often pull the rebate forms before the rebate period ends.

This a wonderful rebate offer from Schick! Simply purchase one Schick Hydro Razor and get the full amount back (up to $10.99) when you submit it for this rebate. Request must be postmarked by 8/18/10 and you'll need to include the cash register receipt and package UPC with your submission.

To make this deal even better, there are some awesome sales and coupons right now that can turn this into a moneymaker.

CVS:
Schick Hydro 3 or Hydro 5 Razor System $8.97 = $4 Ecb (Limit 1)
Use the $5/1 razor coupon from the 6/13 SS
Final Cost FREE!
Submit for rebate to turn this into an $8.97 moneymaker!

Walgreens:
Schick Hydro 3 or 5 Blade Razor System $7.99 = $4 RR
Use the $5/1 coupon from the 6/13 SS
Final Cost FREE + $1 moneymaker!
Submit for rebate to turn this into a $7.99 moneymaker!

Rite Aid:
Schick Men’s Hydro 3 Blade or 5 Blade Razor $6.99
Use the $5/1 coupon from the 6/13 SS
Use the $1/1 June Video Values coupon found here
Final Cost $0.99!
Submit for rebate to turn this into a $6 moneymaker!

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Weekly Spending Summary

Even though I did a decent amount of shopping this week, I didn't get to all the stores I had hoped to. I had great intentions of getting to Rite Aid and Giant but somehow my week filled up and there. just. was. not. time. So I felt a little sad and just skipped getting a few more deals.

I feel like I should apologize because I did a horrible job of taking pictures of this weeks purchases. Somehow in the craziness of the week it mostly just got missed.

Total Spent: $40.74
Total Saved with Coupons: $20.49
Total Saved with Sales: $15.92
Total Saved: $36.41

Giant: $3.99
Saved with Sales: $3.99

I bought two bags of chips for Vince's birthday party- should have planned ahead and I'm sure I could have saved more. Oh well...

CVS: $0 (gift card)
Saved with Coupons: $18.49
Saved with Sales: $11.93

Freebies: Dawn, Skinny Cow

Forgot to put in picture: Skinny Cow Ice Cream Cup & 2nd Scott Tissue 12 Pack

Had I not used a gift card I would have paid $0.30 for this purchase. I used $16.49 in Extra Bucks and got $0.99 in Extra Bucks back.

I purchased the Scott with rainchecks and it was a great way to use up the huge amounts of Extra Bucks that I had that were about to expire. I have this love/hate relationship with Extra Bucks. I love them because they help me get great deals but I hate them because I often have a hard time getting them used before they expire- at least getting them used in a money saving way.

Walmart: $15.20
Saved with Coupons: $2.00

Forgot to put in picture: Tortillas, Bib

Centerville Bulk Foods: $15.89

Misc.: $5.66
This was for some Fuller Brush stain remover that I love. I know it is kind of expensive but it is honestly the only thing that I have found that will get some of our stains out, so to me it is worth it.