tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-55761598740788613432024-02-07T04:14:02.022-08:00A Hope-Filled HomeA place to encourage and equip each other regarding faith, frugality, fun and the importance of family.Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06845403621226664696noreply@blogger.comBlogger533125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5576159874078861343.post-67824140920674041812013-08-04T19:55:00.005-07:002013-08-04T19:55:47.252-07:00Christian Healthcare Insurance?Hi again, friends!
I have recently been researching some Christian Healthcare Insurance companies. These are ministries where you invest your monthly share, it goes to help folks in need, and then when you need medical help, the ministry can help you pay your medical bill.
I am interested in your feedback. Have you ever worked with a company like this? What were your pros/cons?
Please kindly weigh in on this issue WITHOUT NAMING THE COMPANY. I'd really like to know what you think on the following three issues:
1. Is there a need for another additional insurance if one chooses to go with one of these plans?
2. How much would you save to cover all of the things these plans do not cover (deductible, well care, maintenance care, pre-existing conditions, etc)?
3. Do you consider this insurance biblically sound? Why or why not?
Thanks for your feedback.
Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06845403621226664696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5576159874078861343.post-7655499569460711032013-07-30T21:07:00.000-07:002013-07-30T21:26:46.404-07:00A Glimpse of My Heart {Currently}Those of you who <i>really</i> know me, know that I can tend to be impulsive. I love ideas. I despise details. I am the one who gets distracted by deciding to clean out a toybox, bedroom, or basement in a moment's notice. I am the one who has a great idea for a party that never comes together. I am the one with a list that is never finished. With a project forgotten. To be truthful, I hate this about myself.
This has got me thinking: There are three things that I have actually been consistent about in the past 5 years: my faith, homeschooling, and building our independent consultant business. I have been excited, even passionate about many things that have gone by the wayside, <b>yet these 3 remained</b>. I have been wondering why. Here are my thoughts on each...
My faith is the cornerstone of who I am. With my faith comes a deep desire to learn more, teach others, and serve with a thankful heart. I have been changed, plain and simple. I am not who I was, but am now fully who I was intended to be! My faith is not impulsive, or a spontaneous emotion, but rather the core of my very being. <i>It is who I am.</i>
Homeschooling started for us as a necessity of sorts. We could not afford the Christian school we wanted our children to attend and knew that there had to be another option. We currently homeschool using public school curriculum. It has become a way of life for us. My husband commented today that we are schooling 24-7, 365 and he is right. We feel called to bless our kids in this way. We respect our friends who have chosen other options, but as for me and my house, this feels right. <i>It is who We are.</i>
Our home based business has provided us flexibility, income, and the blessing of inviting others into our circle through our team. Through our business we have been able to pray with others and do life together. We have celebrated, mourned, applauded, and cried with people. It has brought us joy and we have laughed harder in the past 2 years than we ever have! We have met some amazing people, traveled to some awesome places, blessed others financially, and met our own financial goals. <i>It is who We want to be known for.</i>
I think that my past impulsiveness has been because I never fully knew who/what I wanted to be when I "grew up." <i>Now, I do...</i>
I am a woman of great faith. We are a homeschooling family. We are business owners.
And in these 3: We are lovers of life... Lovers of adventure... Lovers of people... And lovers of the God who created this time for us to simply be.
And, guess what? <b> I am content.</b>
Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06845403621226664696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5576159874078861343.post-16308850171247278392012-10-27T08:50:00.003-07:002012-10-27T08:53:52.864-07:00Debt-Free ChristmasWe are having a debt-free Christmas again this year. I love the feeling of no guilt on Christmas morning. Here are a few of the ways that we are keeping Christmas debt-free:
<b>- Kohl's cash. (I give all my Kohl's cash to hubby, who uses it to ship for me, for free!)</b>
- Disney Movie Rewards. (Cashed in our rewards for a cool gift for each of the kiddos with free shipping!)
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- Bank Rewards Points. (Cashing these in for gift cards to use on Black Friday.)</b>
- Kids are selling things that they no longer want at Once Upon a Child to "earn" money to buy gifts for each other.
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- Aldi's has a great selection of toys at good prices.</b>
- Three Bags Full children's consignment sale. (This sale is one of my favorites and this year they are having a holiday clothing and toy sale here in my city.)
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- As always, I am hand-making some gifts.<b></b></b>
- I am using my checks from my Scentsy business to provide the gifts my kids really want. My business has been such a blessing to our family!
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- We are limiting our kids to only asking for 3 gifts each from Santa. We have done this every year and found it to be very reasonable.</b>
- I am using coupons to purchase household gift items like Pyrex, beauty products, etc.
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What is your game plan to survive the holiday?<b></b></i></b>
PS (For my readers, I am planning on coming back...I really miss this outlet of mine. Watch for a post per week regarding life, faith, family, and savings. I've missed you all!)Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06845403621226664696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5576159874078861343.post-75979727077402155652012-03-10T15:52:00.002-08:002012-10-27T08:51:30.284-07:00Steak Escape - Kids Eat FREE WeekendsFellow Newarkians:<br />At Steak Escape on 21st St, kids eat FREE on Saturday and Sunday with the purchase of an adult combo meal. It is a great deal! They get chicken bites/steak burger/any sandwich + fries + drink + oreos for FREE :)<br /><br />Just thought I'd let you know.
Steak Escape sadly went out of business. :(Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06845403621226664696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5576159874078861343.post-45595562420484508142012-01-24T17:17:00.001-08:002012-01-24T17:30:50.973-08:00Making Do & Doing WithoutMany of our grandparents used this phrase to survive in life:<br />Use It Up<br />Wear It Out<br />Make It Do<br />Do Without<br /><br />Today, I propose that this phrase still works today. It is much better than "Just Do It" or "Have it Your Way", financially, at least. Having peace in my life = peace in all areas, including our finances. So I will "do without" happily.<br /><br />In case you think that I am just typing these words instead of living them, here are 5 things that I am currently doing without:<br /><br />1. My Rainbow vacuum cleaner - the tub broke in an unfortunate accident and rather than buy a new one, we are borrowing my in-law's back-up vac for the time being.<br />2. A second car - the muffler needs repaired, but we are CHOOSING (note emphasis here) on waiting for the repair and just driving the other "good" car - and yes, we have been CHOOSING this since October.<br />3. I have not had a hair cut in over 5 months. I am now a permanent fan of the ponytail and clip.<br />4. My store bought laundry soap - yes, I made homemade and love it just the same.<br />5. Our zoo membership - I know that this is whiney, but we have seriously always had this. We don't need it, especially in this bitter cold winter. Does this mean that my kids are missing some homeschool opportunities? Yes, but we are finding new, free ones instead.<br /><br />There are many, many other things that we are choosing to forego in this season of life. Is it killing us? Nope. It actually is making us more creative with our time and our money. In fact, we just spent the eve making memories by playing a card game called Princess Purple with our kids. (The oldest really needs to work on his poker face, by the way.) A nice night with memories and laughs. It is the simple things, folks.<br /><br />Can you choose to "do without" something to make your financial future brighter? We all make choices; will yours reflect a (financial) life of peace or chaos?Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06845403621226664696noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5576159874078861343.post-81370582646383580872012-01-19T11:57:00.000-08:002012-01-19T12:00:37.239-08:00Homemade Laundry SoapHere was the recipe I used today to make no-cook laundry soap. Thanks to my friend, Natalie, for her recipe!<br /><br />2 bars Fels Napatha grated in food processor<br />1/2 Lg box of Arm & Hammer Super Washing Soda<br />1/2 Lg box of Borax<br /><br />Mix all together in a recycled big ice cream bucket with lid. Shake it up to mix even better.<br /><br />Add 1 T to washing machine to wash clothes. Use fabric softner as normal. <br /><br />(All ingredients were found in the laundry aisle of my local Kroger.)Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06845403621226664696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5576159874078861343.post-65942349287974807092012-01-04T18:02:00.000-08:002012-01-04T18:14:34.363-08:00My Word For the YearI have decided to pick a word to focus on for this new year instead of a bunch of lofty resolutions that I will likely not keep. This word is PEACE.<br /><br />I want PEACE in all areas of my life: in my spiritual quietness, in my home clutter, in my finances, in my children, in my community, in my friendships, in my marriage, in me, period. This means that with all decsions this year I will think, "Will it provide me/my family PEACE?" If the answer is no, it has to go! If the answer is maybe, I will stop and wait awhile. If the answer is yes, you can't stop me from racing towards it! <br /><br />With so much uncertainity in our lives, collecting unemployment, on a multi-state job hunt, and the like, the thing I crave the most is PEACE. Worry is not an invited guest in this home. He has been kicked to the curb.<br /><br />I have watched God provide time and time again over the last 3 months. We have been blessed with lots of laughter, times of teaching, reconnecting with each other, friends who pray with us, food in abundance, and tears of joy. The bills are all paid in full. No one is hungry. God is good.<br /><br />So this year, as I reflect on PEACE in all (even miniscule) areas of my life, I challenge you: What word or phrase can you reflect on in 2012? Could it be SIMPLIFY? TRUST? PRAISE? CONTENT? GROWTH? Your word is and will be as unique as you are - a precious child who our Maker delights in. He sings over you now. <br /><br />"You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you." Isaiah 26:3Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06845403621226664696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5576159874078861343.post-3975998410111027382011-11-05T10:51:00.000-07:002011-11-05T10:54:32.983-07:00Using My Stockpile and Savoring Our TimeJust a quick update: My hubby (for various reasons) is on what we are calling his "mini-retirement". I have been so very grateful for our stockpile of food and health & beauty during this time as we are NOT on any form of government assistance. I love that our bills are paid, our tummies are full, and we are having some extra-special Daddy time during this season of our lives. It is likely that this mini-retirement will not last very long, so we are appreciating it and each other while it lasts. <br /><br />God is good, all the time.<br /><br />And, my stockpile ROCKS! :)Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06845403621226664696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5576159874078861343.post-81262243756356089642011-09-02T10:58:00.001-07:002011-09-02T11:00:13.219-07:00We Have Liftoff!School has started. We just finished our first week. Now, for a weekend. But, that will involve soccer, church, and all the stuff I can't seem to get done around the house while school is in session. This Mama is pooped. Right now I think I'll start summer by napping and snuggling with my star students. :)
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<br />Filing my coupons will have to wait until tomorrow.Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06845403621226664696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5576159874078861343.post-84230508137568621602011-08-15T10:30:00.000-07:002011-08-15T10:40:57.421-07:00Back To SchoolFor many of us, it has officially arrived. I now have a first grader and a kindergartner. WOW! Time flies, doesn't it? Here are some tips that I wanted to share for back-to-school:
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<br />1. Shop the loss leaders on supplies. Check Staples and Office Max every single week. Or take those ads and price match at WalMart.
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<br />2. A new backpack is not necessary every year. If you buy a quality backpack (such as Jansport) you will use it for years. I've had mine since 1996 and its still going strong!
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<br />3. Do the combo sales at Meijer. Buy groceries that you need and get basic ata discounted rate. This week is tennis shoes and Hanes products. They just had a Fruit of the Loom promo as well.
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<br />4. Wait on the fall clothes. You don't need them now. They will go on sale later. The stores are counting on you to buy those jeans and hoodies now. If you wait until October, you will score them at a better price.
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<br />5. Set a budget. Give your child the cash for their supplies. Let them decide how to spend it. Do they really need the Jonas brothers folder or would they rather have a cool lunchbox?
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<br />Enjoy this time!Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06845403621226664696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5576159874078861343.post-72555939049912184812011-08-11T08:02:00.000-07:002011-08-11T08:05:49.661-07:00Garden Bounty RecipeOur garden has really done well with green beans this year. Here is one of our favorite bean recipes that uses the crock pot. No oven or stove! :)
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<br />1-2# Smoked Skinless Turkey Sausage
<br />2-4 white potatoes
<br />1-2# fresh green beans
<br />1 can chicken broth
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<br />Snap and clean beans. Mix with peeled, diced potatoes in the bottom of the crock pot. Slice sausage over the top. Pour on can of chicken broth. Cook HIGH for 4 hours for al dente beans, 6 hours for soft beans. Enjoy with sprinkle of cheddar cheese on the top.
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<br />YUM!Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06845403621226664696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5576159874078861343.post-91621926053681228822011-08-08T18:43:00.000-07:002011-08-08T18:48:39.074-07:00New Adventures<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBdcbtsnkhMp8qBmklxGNDZdq79hbD8FWUs09Ih6RMyK9dn18hfx6JcGqvp6pFWhj1yP9tk-LcDfngfo_qpctZLFfNhj_y7_qFV8Yp0oe3xX0cEN3yK6DmSL4rsut8T_miUYK5R03V9XJJ/s1600/logo.png"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 140px; height: 140px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBdcbtsnkhMp8qBmklxGNDZdq79hbD8FWUs09Ih6RMyK9dn18hfx6JcGqvp6pFWhj1yP9tk-LcDfngfo_qpctZLFfNhj_y7_qFV8Yp0oe3xX0cEN3yK6DmSL4rsut8T_miUYK5R03V9XJJ/s320/logo.png" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5638667203362058082" /></a>
<br />Just to let you know, I am embarking on a new adventure...I am now an Independent Scentsy Consultant! I have used the products for over a year and fell in love with them - this is seriously the only thing that I have ever considered selling (after that BAD newlywed stint with Watkins...)
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<br />If you'd like to check out my website, please do. You can find me <a href="http://hopelabutis.scentsy.us">HERE</a>. Also, friends, I would appreciate your prayers as I start this new business. My plan is to help our family pay down some more student debt with this business so my husband can go back to school for his doctorate. I support his choice for higher education, know that this is a dream for him, and want to do my part to make it possible.
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<br />So, in addition to being a homeschooling mama, blogger, Christ follower, spouse, and friend - I am now wearing the hat of "Independent Scentsy Consultant."
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<br />Pray, pray, pray :)Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06845403621226664696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5576159874078861343.post-76819326540355711492011-08-07T14:30:00.000-07:002011-08-07T14:42:27.176-07:00Top Ten Reasons Our Garage Sale Was SuccessfulWe just finished a weekend garage sale here and we met our goal! I thought I'd take a few minutes to share with you the reasons that I believe our sale was successful.<br /><br />10. It was <span style="font-weight:bold;">organized</span>. I organized each table by category. We had a kitchen area, toy area, clothing area, etc.<br /><br />9. My items were <span style="font-weight:bold;">clean</span>. I took out a tub of clorox wipes and periodically cleaned off dust and grime on items that were for sale.<br /><br />8. We kept great <span style="font-weight:bold;">business hours</span> without getting overwhelmed. We were only open from 9-3 on Friday and 9-noon on Saturday. This was adequate time to sell and gave us plenty of time to rest and rejuvenate.<br /><br />7. We had a <span style="font-weight:bold;">great location</span>. We live on a busy street. We get a LOT of drive-by traffic. If we didn't live here, I would have went somewhere else.<br /><br />6. We had a <span style="font-weight:bold;">FREE box</span>. It was nice to be able to give away some items for free and it helped boost everyone's morale.<br /><br />5. <span style="font-weight:bold;">Multiple families</span> participated. The more families, the more stuff, and the bigger the sale!<br /><br />4. We had a set <span style="font-weight:bold;">1/2 price</span> time. On Saturday at 10:00, everything that was left went to 1/2 price and boy - did it fly out of my garage!<br /><br />3. We had <span style="font-weight:bold;">great signs</span>. We used bright marker colors, attached balloons, and wrote in large letters. The other great thing was using old candidate signage to staple our signs on, so that they could go in the ground easily.<br /><br />2. We had <span style="font-weight:bold;">refreshments that went to a good cause</span>. Who can resist lemonade from a kid who donates to the food pantry? This stand helped people linger longer and we met some real nice folks :)<br /><br />1. We always had <span style="font-weight:bold;">adequate help</span>. There was a minimum of 2 adults present at all times. We could tag team customers and even help carry items to cars. No one felt ignored. <br /><br />All in all, this was one of our most successful sales to date. Hope these tips help you when you plan your next garage sale.Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06845403621226664696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5576159874078861343.post-71284656984231817002011-07-27T09:58:00.001-07:002011-07-27T09:59:16.372-07:00Its getting old...Do you ever feel like saving and pinching every penny is getting old? That is how I feel today. Going to search my favorite blogs for some encouragement and know that this too shall pass...Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06845403621226664696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5576159874078861343.post-22461250069900884172011-07-24T10:43:00.000-07:002011-07-24T10:49:49.558-07:00Saving AwayWe are currently saving money like crazy for a few big projects. Because of this, my shopping has been at a minimal lately. I have; however, been forced to purchase school supplies and a few clothing items for the kiddos. I have done well with this with a) staples deals/rebates and b) target clearance clothing. <br /><br />My goal for August and September is to buy minimal grocery items and use what we have so that we can keep on paying cash for these home projects that we have going on. We do have a foreign exchange student coming for 2 weeks in August, so I will have a little extra in the grocery budget there, but overall we are on a clean out spree!<br /><br />A few reminders for you:<br />Have you entered your codes for the Cars 2/Kellogg's promotion? Earn $5 gift cards for every 4 codes.<br /><br />Carnival Foods FREE Lock & Lock promotion is coming to an end. If you have stamps, its time to cash them in.<br /><br />Target's toy clearance is at 50% now and should be hitting 75% this week. Watch for it and shop early for Christmas.<br /><br />Have a great week!Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06845403621226664696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5576159874078861343.post-88173851159550403322011-07-12T10:36:00.000-07:002011-07-12T10:37:28.214-07:00Thanks, GliddenJust painted 3/4 walls in my bedroom with the Glidden FREE quart of paint that they sent me! Love the new color - Hazy Sage. Thanks for giving my "love nest" some lovin' :)Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06845403621226664696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5576159874078861343.post-72480310605427899642011-07-10T11:20:00.001-07:002011-07-10T11:23:26.157-07:00Back to School Sales StartedAlready the back to school sales have started. Here are a few this week to note:<br /><br />Staples:<br />Glue, Erasers, BIC Pens .01<br />BIC Mechanical Pencils, Sticky Flags .25<br />500 Piece Multipurpose Paper Ream 5.99 - 5.74 easy rebate = .25<br /><br />Meijer:<br />Buy $10 in Kelloggs products, get $10 off 3 packages of Fruit of the Loom products (starting at 3.99/pack.) This is the time to stock up on school socks and undies at a low price! See ad for details.Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06845403621226664696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5576159874078861343.post-2257945230347418392011-07-05T12:20:00.000-07:002011-07-05T12:29:05.950-07:00Meal PlanningTuesday - Taco Salad with all the fixings<br />Wednesday - BBQ Pork Chops, Broccoli, Baked Potatoes<br />Thursday - kids and I are away; hubby eats fish and steamed veggies<br />Friday - Chicken Apple Brats and Hot Dogs, Grilled Veggies<br />Saturday - Pasta with meat sauce, Garlic Toast, and Brownies<br />Sunday - Beef Roast with Au Ju, Garden Salad; Green Beans<br /><br />Breakfasts - Cereal, Waffles, Oatmeal, Pop Tarts, Eggs and Toast (yes, I am that mom)<br /><br />Lunches - PB&J, Tuna Salad, Ramen Noodles, Chicken Patties, Leftovers.<br /><br />Snacks - peaches, graham crackers, cucumbers with ranch, goldfish, granola bars, apples, canned fruit, yogurt, etc.Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06845403621226664696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5576159874078861343.post-11892471074336963162011-06-30T10:55:00.000-07:002011-06-30T10:57:59.285-07:00JULY 8 = Cow Appreciation Day<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxGOMjD73fCkidAymYbkUwig-A22PRVSgQTdMOnnbAbFP3TMJPb3Dr3_-nyfI12koMygNw_ku4dSi0ELgPwGqx13g1hyphenhyphen3SeI3nuB1tUnXfD7GqE-TU-hH1nT8EdTFqMbX2yT0OpV53et7T/s1600/_Media_Img_content_Cows_Gallery_fans3.png"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 155px; height: 260px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxGOMjD73fCkidAymYbkUwig-A22PRVSgQTdMOnnbAbFP3TMJPb3Dr3_-nyfI12koMygNw_ku4dSi0ELgPwGqx13g1hyphenhyphen3SeI3nuB1tUnXfD7GqE-TU-hH1nT8EdTFqMbX2yT0OpV53et7T/s320/_Media_Img_content_Cows_Gallery_fans3.png" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5624073594410709858" /></a><br />July 8th is Cow Appreciation Day at Chick Fil-A restaurants. If you dress up like a cow, you can get a free meal/kids meal! If you have partial cow attire on (ex hat/purse), you can get a free entree.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.chick-fil-a.com/Cows/Appreciation-Day">GO HERE </a>for details and samples of costumes. <br /><br />What a great lunch treat!Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06845403621226664696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5576159874078861343.post-34036070174644851102011-06-30T10:52:00.000-07:002011-06-30T10:54:47.643-07:00Childrens Place 15% off + FREE shippingThrough July 4th you can get an extra 15% off of your purchase at Children's Place with FREE shipping. The great thing about this sale is that there is NO MINIMUM PURCHASE REQUIRED! :)<br /><br /><a href="http://forthemommas.com/coupons/childrens-place-coupon-15-off-free-shipping-no-minimum">GO HERE</a> for details...thanks to For the Mommas for this heads up.<br />Happy shopping!Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06845403621226664696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5576159874078861343.post-50369001844795920542011-06-30T10:51:00.001-07:002011-06-30T10:52:07.025-07:00Dave Ramsey SaleDave Ramsey is having a $10 sale! <a href="http://www.couponingtodisney.com/2011/06/29/10-dave-ramsey-sale/">GO HERE</a> for details.<br /><br />Thanks, <a href="http://www.couponingtodisney.com/">Couponing to Disney.</a>Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06845403621226664696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5576159874078861343.post-69623313106378444332011-06-22T12:53:00.000-07:002011-06-22T12:58:11.934-07:00ALWAYS Google It!We have been putting a lot of time and money into our cars lately. Tires, O2 sensors, muffler, spark plug wires, etc. These things definately needed done...I'll give you that. But, our car was still stalling. <br /><br />Our dear friend and mechanic told us that we needed a new ignition switch. I decided to google this so we could order the part and - lo and behold- our car was recalled for the ignition switch years ago. Somehow we never got a recall notice. (Lost in the move? Sent to lender instead of us? Sent to former owner?) <br /><br />Moral of this story: The ignition switch was faulty. Is considered deadly. And will be fixed at the dealers for FREE.<br /><br />ALWAYS Google it!Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06845403621226664696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5576159874078861343.post-75918952351041970462011-06-16T10:28:00.001-07:002011-06-16T12:38:57.859-07:00Kohl's Savings Pass<a href="http://www.shesaved.com/2011/06/kohls-saving-pass-20-off-everything.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+SheSaved+%28She+Saved...%29">GO HERE </a>to get a savings pass for 20% off at Kohl's June 16th-19th.<br /><br />Thanks, She Saved!Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06845403621226664696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5576159874078861343.post-13011980197055174632011-06-16T09:06:00.001-07:002011-06-16T09:08:15.145-07:00HOT DEAL - Groupon to Old Navy $10<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimTdx4lMFZE4LhyphenhyphenEPiCGl5TpqDUYn9qmjh_eJLX7OrP21pMN0m5JoA5wrE3dEBiYT013HEeccIpbPuOdkb56y2J3KMN5T6m8xbd0sVElfY8m20Aj-kHNvTA4CvHguZbL0nBvfWEYJmkH_n/s1600/old+navy.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 194px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimTdx4lMFZE4LhyphenhyphenEPiCGl5TpqDUYn9qmjh_eJLX7OrP21pMN0m5JoA5wrE3dEBiYT013HEeccIpbPuOdkb56y2J3KMN5T6m8xbd0sVElfY8m20Aj-kHNvTA4CvHguZbL0nBvfWEYJmkH_n/s320/old+navy.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5618849779496423058" /></a><br /><br />There is a HOT DEAL thru Groupon for $20 worth of Old Navy summer merchandise for $10. This offer includes sale items!<br /><br />Fine Print: Expires Jul 30, 2011; Limit 1 per person. Purchase of Groupon may take up to 48 hours to process. Valid on purchase of $20 or more from 6/2 to 7/30/2011 at Old Navy Stores only. Product restrictions apply. One time use in US only. Not transferable. Not valid for cash or cash equivalent. Good for $20 of merchandise ($10 Paid For value plus $10 Discount Offer value). Discount Offer value expires 7/30/2011. $10 Paid For value does not expire.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.groupon.com/deals/old-navy-national-2?utm_medium=afl&utm_campaign=3528085&utm_source=rvs">GO HERE</a> to purchase yours today!Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06845403621226664696noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5576159874078861343.post-40339916639773632642011-06-15T16:02:00.001-07:002011-06-15T16:04:25.004-07:00WANTED: GUEST POSTSHi friends!<br />I am looking for a few readers who are interested in guest posting on this blog. I am looking for:<br /><br />- how you organize your coupons and why<br />- summer savings tips<br />- home remodel projects/tips/DIYs<br />- day trips from Columbus OH<br />- summer recipes<br /><br />If you think of anything else you would like to write about, email me at hlabutis@ureach.com and we will give it a whirl!<br /><br />Looking forward to hearing from you.<br /><br />HopeHopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06845403621226664696noreply@blogger.com0