Todd and Erin "That Went Well..."

We've moved to "That Went Well.net!"

2009-09-19T22:17:00.002-06:00

We're giving away $50.00 gift cards every day for a week! Come by and win yours!

Hey, you know all those amazing women who have coupons for everything in their basket? Have never spent more than 30 cents for an article of clothing? Can make a 16 foot Christmas Tree out of dryer lint and elbow grease?
I am SO not one of those women. (This is not new information to anyone who knows me.) But what I DO have are two things: an increasingly expensive family and an increasingly dwindling income. So I am getting off my slacker fanny and figuring out the whole budget thingie.
If you already have your coupons beautifully alphabetized in your color-coordinated folder, you’ll find plenty of goodies here. If you’re shoving them in your glove box and patting yourself on the back if you remember to bring your reusable bags into the store (autobiographical, that!) there’s lots for you, too.
The ONE really great thing I have to offer? The Sneaky Inside Tip: Since The Todd and I have our own morning radio show, I often hear of deals and discounts early. Or maybe one of our clients wants to send the love your way. Or maybe I tried something out first and really messed it up so I know what worked and what didn’t (also, autobiographical.) But the end goal is the same: finding you ways to save money, save time, find some balance, and maybe even live a little more luxuriously than you might have before.
That’s a GOOD goal!
If you’re looking to make money to help out your dwindling paycheck, you’ll find some options here! I try to post only what I know is authentic and reputable. Click onto “Surveys and Reviews 4 Profit” for more information.
Um, they said I had to have a bio. Here goes…
I tricked the world’s most amazing man into marrying me. We have glorious twin boys who are long and gangly, just like their daddy. I’ve never eaten a birthday cake I didn’t like. I spend most of my waking hours trying to be ingratiating enough to keep people listening to our radio show–we’re “Todd and Erin” on B98.7 in Salt Lake City. You can also check out toddanderin on Facebook and ToddandErin on Twitter. Same great taste, less filling.

Seriously! Head over! www.thatwentwell.net!

We're Moving!

2009-09-12T16:52:00.003-06:00

WWW.THATWENTWELL.NET

I'm thrilled to show you the new Blog--still called "That Went Well..." but with a new address and piles of new features! It's easier to navigate, and there's faster ways to find just what you want, like Organics, or Making Money At Home, Giveaways, or Free-Bees, etc. It's still a bit of a work in progress, but I'm so excited to share it with you! Comments and opinions always appreciated, and THOSE are easier to add, too. ;)

We'll be giving away a $50.00 gift card to Lowe's this week and will draw on Tuesday, 9.15.09 To celebrate the blog's new launch, we'll have SEVERAL $50.00 gift cards to places like Home Depot, the Gap, Old Navy and Kroger's to offer next week. Stop on by, set a spell, bookmark us! C'mon, we're family!

http://thatwentwell.net/

$50.00 Lowe's Gift Card Giveaway!

2009-09-11T14:39:00.002-06:00

You know you want to chuck it--that vile peach-colored toilet. Or maybe you're already deep in some DIY project? We've got a $50.00 gift card to Lowe's...that could get your project finished off for good! Please add yourself as a Follower--it takes two minutes, I promise--and throw your name in the shoutbox feature to the right. We'll pick on Tuesday, 9.15. Good luck!

Free Movie Night!

2009-09-11T08:01:00.001-06:00

Red Box FREE Movie Rental Code:
JM3HKTM--this is good through the month of September!

Kid's Boost drinks for next to nothing...

2009-09-11T07:56:00.002-06:00

...with these nifty little guys: $5.00 off: http://www.kidessentials.com/Pages/register_email_validation.aspx

and here's a BOGO free one: http://bricks.coupons.com/Start.asp?tqnm=qiiodio97025362&bt=vi&o=58795&c=NB&p=zXbjRWSM

Sneaky inside tip: hit your back browser button and print each coupon twice!

Earth's Best Organics!

2009-09-11T07:25:00.001-06:00

Amazon.com is offering some great deals on organic baby food today... Use code EBBOGO55 at checkout to get 35% off. You can also join the subscribe and save program to get an additional 15% off, making it 50% off. (You can easily cancel it under your account later.) You'll also get FREE shipping. http://www.amazon.com/gp/redirect.html?ie=UTF8&location=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fgp%2Ffeature.html%3Fie%3DUTF8%26ref%255F%3Damb%255Flink%255F85043931%255F3%26docId%3D1000415681&tag=cougee-20&linkCode=ur2&camp=1789&creative=390957

Money-making at home...

2009-09-11T07:01:00.004-06:00

...The Todd is obsessed suddenly with at-home survey companies that help you make a little extra cash. Because I love you, I try to test everything out before I post it here, and because I'm occasionally a moron, I'm pretty sure I've found all the sleazy companies that aren't worth your time. Here's one that's good and reputable--you'll get $5.00 for every survey and they're prompt about sending your checks. It's called "MineField Online." Sneaky inside tip: if you DO participate in any of the free introductory offers, KEEP A LIST RIGHT BY YOUR COMPUTER SO THAT YOU REMEMBER TO CANCEL BEFORE YOU ARE CHARGED! Remember also to open a free gmail account specifically for your online adventures so that your regular or family email account doesn't get buried in spam.

http://1.offersquest.com/z/4836/CD12455/

$25.00 off Sephora Skin Care!

2009-09-11T06:56:00.002-06:00

Use this coupon to get a $35.00 skin care line for only $10.00! It's a 3 pack set of Ole Henriksen skin brightening, radiance boosting skin treatments. http://f.chtah.com/i/2/95827765/Sephora3.jpg

30% off at Border's Books!

2009-09-11T06:39:00.003-06:00

You have to join their reader's club, but that means an email like, once a month. Here's your 30% off coupon: http://www.momsbyheart.net/2009/08/borders-printable-coupons.html

And there's a couple of other discounts this week as well:

-$2 off magazine

-$2 off kids toy or game

-$3 off sports book

http://www.bordersmedia.com/coup/91009_super/coupon091009.asp

Thanks, Moms By Heart!

Free magazine subscriptions!

2009-09-11T06:35:00.003-06:00

Free-Bee 2 year subscription to "Shape" magazine: http://www.rewardsgold.com/mags/shape/sg_shape_pgf3.htm

Free-Bee subscription to "Business Week" here: http://www.rewardsgold.com/mags/bw_golf_em/sg_bus_week_pg3gh.htm

Free-Bee one year subscription to "Marie Claire" magazine: http://www.rewardsgold.com/mags/mc/sg_marieclaire_pg4ca.htm

Free-Bee one year subscription to "Metropolitan Home" here: http://www.rewardscountry.com/mags/metrohome/rc_metro_home_pg3g.htm

Eat out this weekend!

2009-09-11T06:24:00.002-06:00

The amazing 90% off sale is still going on at http://www.restaurant.com/, and you have until Sunday to trot by and pick up a $25.00 gift certificate for only a DOLLAR! Sneaky inside tip: enter the code word "taste" when the yellow box in the upper right hand corner asks for your code. Be sure to read the restrictions for each restaurant--they tend to vary. It's an amazing deal, and you can download your certificate right then! Happy dining...

Your kids can color the fabulousness of them!

2009-09-11T06:16:00.002-06:00

...thanks to Crayola's new webpage. Upload up to five images of your child. The site will then convert them to coloring pages! Once into the site, select the "Enter Code" button and register. Then, enter code PR24QCHT. http://play-zone.crayola.com/play-zone/index.htm#/LCC

Win $999.00 from Dave Ramsay!

2009-09-11T06:11:00.002-06:00

Dave Ramsay's one of the money guru guys who stresses having a $1,000.00 emergency cash fund. He's giving away $999.00 once a day for the next nine days--(Editor's note: I guess you have to come up with that last dollar on your own) and you can enter each day to win! Fill out a short form here to enter: https://www.daveramsey.com/store/cgiveaway.html

Fan of the smelly candles?

2009-09-11T06:08:00.003-06:00

I, too, am a fan of the smelly candles. Yankee Candles are delightfully smelly--and much cheaper, thanks to this $10.00 off $25.00 purchase coupon! Good through Oct. 10. http://www.yankeecandle.com/yc/images/retail/email/registrationEmailInStoreOfferCoupons.gif

Yum! Free box of Quaker Granola Bars!

2009-09-11T06:04:00.004-06:00

Enter here and pick up an entire box for free! Plus, you can send free boxes to three friends, too! http://www.facebook.com/tos.php?api_key=f39afb5d4f7c0a55f3d09438bfa5890a&next=http://www.jovianttechnologies.com/facebook/developments/quaker/&v=1.0&canvas

Free Candy Friday!

2009-09-11T05:57:00.002-06:00

Mars Candy Company decided to run their free candy Friday promotion through September! https://secure.realchocolate.com/

Free-Bee Lip Fusion!

2009-09-10T08:02:00.002-06:00

Become a fan of Fusion Beauty on Facebook and get a free lip gloss! I'm a HUGE fan of fusion beauty, when you can get it on the cheap--even better!http://www.facebook.com/pages/Fusion-Beauty/138256981248?v=wall&viewas=1515610363&ref=search

BOGO Free at Spaghetti Warehouse

2009-09-10T07:56:00.003-06:00

The coupon's good through 9.12--

http://www.facebook.com/SpaghettiWarehouse?v=app_4949752878&viewas=1830632033&ref=nf

$5.00 off Luv's Diapers!

2009-09-10T07:51:00.002-06:00

$5.00 off Luv's diapers--it's available first thing Tuesday 9.15: http://www.luvsdiapers.com/

30 free song downloads!

2009-09-10T07:46:00.002-06:00

Amazon.com is offering 30 free downloads from their kid's song catalogue: http://www.amazon.com/gp/redirect.html?ie=UTF8&location=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fs%3Fie%3DUTF8%26rs%3D334897011%26bbn%3D334897011%26qid%3D1252538896%26rnid%3D624868011%26rh%3Dn%253A163856011%252Cn%253A%2521195211011%252Cn%253A%2521251258011%252Cn%253A318768011%252Cn%253A334896011%252Cn%253A334897011%252Cn%253A624899011&tag=faithmomsoffa-20&linkCode=ur2&camp=1789&creative=390957

Free craft activity at Michael's...

2009-09-10T07:25:00.005-06:00

Michael's Crafts has another "Knack!" event next Saturday: http://www.michaels.com/art/online/static?page=store_events

Don't forget to sign up for The Knack Faculty--you'll get a coupon for 40% off one item at the store!

Free Craft Activity Saturday...

2009-09-10T07:09:00.003-06:00

...at Lakeshore Learning. I love this place and shop often--the prices are about 25% less than most school supply stores. Here's a free craft to keep the little ones busy while you peruse the goodies: http://www.lakeshorelearning.com/general_content/store_locations/storeCrafts.jsp?f=m

Claritin Coupons

2009-09-10T06:49:00.003-06:00

Poor Zachie and MacLean's allergies are going nuts right now--we've apparently got the highest pollen count in the country here in Utah. You going through the same thing? Here's your Claritin, honey...

$4/1 Claritin
$3/1 Claritin-D
$3/1 Children's Claritin
$3/1 Claritin Eye

Thanks, The Frugal Girls!

Here's $50.00 in gift cards!

2009-09-10T06:27:00.002-06:00

When you join Nicole's Saving Advantage, you'll get discounts given to members only for several high-end retailers. There's a free 7-day trial, and then, you're billed at $14.95/month. You'll receive a Member's Kit a few days after signing up. And then towards the end of the first month, you should watch closely for a postcard to claim your gift cards. You must fill it out and send it back to receive your gift!

According to the current Terms & Agreement, you must be a member past your 7-day trial period to receive your $50 gift cards. You can cancel at any time.

http://lm.logicalmedia.com/z/9613/CD6881

Piles of organic coupons!

2009-09-10T06:20:00.003-06:00

Kashi Heart-to-Heart Cereal $3$1.50/2 printable coupon

$1.50/1 printable coupon (for first time sign-ups only)

Kashi Go Lean Crunch Cereal $3$1.50/2 printable coupon

$1.50/1 printable coupon (for first time sign-ups only)

$1/1 printable coupon

Kashi TLC Snack Bars $2.75$1/2 printable coupon

$1.50/1 printable coupon (for first time sign-ups only)

Kashi Organic Promise Cereal $3.50$1.50/2 printable coupon

$1.50/1 printable coupon (for first time sign-ups only)

Kashi Cookies or Crackers $3$1.50/1 when you buy Go-Lean Crunch cereal printable coupon

Sneaky inside tip: Buy four of any Kashi product and save $4.00 instantly!

Thanks, The Coupon Project!

$10.00 off $25.00 purchase at Macy's!

2009-09-10T06:12:00.002-06:00

Good Friday and Saturday 'till 1:30pm--a strange cutoff--but who cares, it's ten bucks! http://macys.shoplocal.com/macys/default.aspx?action=entryflash&

GREAT coupons!

2009-09-10T05:57:00.005-06:00

$5.00 off Enfamil formula! Print this off for someone you know with a baby... http://www.enfamil.com/app/iwp/enfamil/certificate.do?id=/Consumer_Home2/Enf_Tools_Resources/Enf_Programs_Offers/PremiumCoupon

$4.00 off Enfamil from Babies R' Us--can be used with the coupon above! http://trus.imageg.net/graphics/corp/MeadJohnson-cpn.pdf?EDID=MYW5U3-FYK76-95PF3A-DKX56W-I3OSC-v1

$5.00 off Scrubbing Bubbles Shower Cleaning Kit:

http://www.rightathome.com/offers/0909sb/Default.aspx?1=1&sid=email&cid=pfe200909sbcoup&rid=3720660&om_rid=AEiR9Z&om_mid=_BKp5j5B7u2x1Pa

Free sample of Huggies Lil' Movers: http://instoresnow.walmart.com/In-Stores-Now-Free-Samples-And-Tools.aspx

More magazine subscriptions on the cheap!

2009-09-10T05:55:00.002-06:00

I'm loving Amazon.com this summer for all the wonderfully cheap magazine subscriptions--Thrifty Northwest Mom has a roundup of the newest ones, stop by! http://www.thriftynorthwestmom.com/2009/09/amazon-magazines-5-or-less-family-fun.html

Free flowers today!

2009-09-09T12:59:00.003-06:00

Don't forget that today's is FTD's "Good Neighbor Day," they're offering you a FREE bouquet of flowers! Check here for a participating location: http://www.ftd.com/content/news_views/good_neighbor_day_florists.epl

$5.00 off at Mimi's Cafe!

2009-09-09T12:51:00.002-06:00

Print out this coupon for your next lunch at Mimi's--it'll take $5.00 off a $15.00 purchase. http://lsm.fishbowl.com/images/messages/mimis/24911/15/5off15couponblast.jpg

Your kids like "The Magic School Bus?"

2009-09-09T12:47:00.002-06:00

I've never been able to read it with a straight face after seeing that episode of "South Park," but there's a free copy available to you, courtesy of the Enviornmental Protection Agency. Here's your info to get yours: http://www.epa.gov/OMS/schoolbus/outreach.htm#order_pubs

Arby's Misses You...

2009-09-09T12:43:00.002-06:00

...after ending their extremely successful summer food promotion, Arby's is apparently lonely for you. They've started up the Wednesday feature again today--a free roast beef sandwich with the purchase of a drink. Check for your participating location! http://www.arbys.com/index.php

WINNER! WINNER! WINNER!

2009-09-09T12:19:00.002-06:00

Congratulations to Candy Barlow, our winner this week for the $50.00 Old Navy gift card! Candy, enjoy your shopping spree and I hope you spend it ALL ON YOU. We'll have more giveaways later this week!

$5.00 coupon for Luv's diapers!

2009-09-09T06:57:00.002-06:00

I still remember buying diapers by the case when the twins were small...here's a nice savings! Head over to http://www.luvs.com/ on September 15th for a $5.00 off coupon!

Kid's shoes at Simple Shoes are 80% off!

2009-09-09T06:55:00.003-06:00

They're adorable shoes, and 80% off right now--the best part is the free shipping, no code is needed at checkout. http://www.simpleshoes.com/clearancelist.aspx?g=k&categoryid=354&page=1

Land's End swimwear 90% off

2009-09-09T06:50:00.002-06:00

Snag a cute suit now for next year...or a mid-winter cruise (hey, it could happen!) prices starting at $3. Enter the Promotion Code: SEPT1 and the PIN: 00001145 for free shipping on any order!

http://www.landsend.com/ix/overstock-liquidations/Women/Swimsuits/Mix-Match-Separates/index.html?seq=1%7E2%7E3%7E4&catNumbers=83%7E134%7E138&visible=1%7E2%7E1%7E1&store=le&pageSize=72&tab=8&setSort=Price:%20low%20to%20high

Restaraunt.com has the best deal EVER

2009-09-09T06:23:00.002-06:00

Enter the code "ninety" in the yellow box in the upper right hand corner after selecting your restaraunt gift certificate, and get a $25.00 gift card for $1.25! It's for real--and you can download your gift certificates immediately to head out to eat. Sneaky inside tip: be certain to check for restrictions and requirements on each restaurant. http://www.restaurant.com/

More weapons for the cereal wars...

2009-09-09T06:20:00.002-06:00

$1.00 off General Mills cereal: http://bricks.coupons.com/Start.asp?tqnm=qihtesz65423282&bt=vi&o=58143&pt=&lang=&ws=&ct=&ci=&cl=&cp=&eb=1&c=GM&p=b4ba03a5-5ffa-499a-88a3-4029989639bc&z=&r=&pc=&tc=

$1.00 off cereal at Target: http://www.escalatenetwork.com/affiliate/affiliate.php?id=37&group=10

Baby Universe Wants to Give You $5.00

2009-09-09T06:07:00.003-06:00

Sign up for their email club and pick up a $5.00 gift certificate off a $25.00 purchase. http://partners.mysavings.com/z/3479/CD764/ Sneaky inside tip: be sure to click on "Great deals" you'll see a variety of codes for additional discounts you can use on the site (i.e., free shipping on all Britax car seats, free Carter's Crib pad w/bedding purchase of $100 or more).

2009-09-09T06:01:00.002-06:00

The Todd is suddenly fascinated with being a product reviewer, so my entire job this last week is getting him signed up. Vocalpoint is one of my favorites so far...they send you products and coupons for items they want you to try out, review and then spread via word of mouth to friends. The latest product is Secret Clinical Strength Deodorant. Sign up!http://www.vocalpoint.com/registration.html

Free-Bees from WalMart

2009-09-09T05:59:00.003-06:00

Thrifty Northwest Mom has a big fat pile of free-bees available from WalMart. Stop on by... http://www.thriftynorthwestmom.com/2009/09/huggies-little-movers-diaper-sample.html

Lowe's Kid's Workshop

2009-09-08T08:02:00.002-06:00

Another cute Free-Bee this Saturday at Lowe's! You'll want to sign up early, the free clinics fill up fast...your kids can make this cute drum! https://www.lowesbuildandgrow.com/step1.asp

Dragging through your morning?

2009-09-08T06:56:00.004-06:00

This is an interesting idea--an energy patch! It entertains me because after getting up for our morning radio show at 4am for the past 20 years--I've tried every caffeine delivery method but intravenous...and a patch. The pack includes a 4 patch sample. Spot On Energy Patches combine energy ingredients—B vitamins, green tea extract, caffeine and taurine. To get them free, add them toyour cart, and you'll then need to start the checkout process and fill out your mailing info. Shipping is FREE too, and you will not have to enter any credit card info!

http://www.spotonenergy.com/spotonenergy_free_trial_backup.aspx

CVS has an up to 90% off summer clearance sale!

2009-09-08T06:16:00.004-06:00

I trotted into our local CVS yesterday for some big beach towels and sunscreen for our Lake Powell trip--and they had a summer clearance sale for 75% off! However, several of the items (flipflops, towels, etc) rang up for 90% off! It's a great time to stock up for next year! Sneaky inside tip: it's NOT worth stocking up on sunscreen to hold it for 9 months--it actually expires and loses it's effectiveness sooner than you think.

Gloating from Kim: kim said...
okay so I hit CVS on my way home because of this post, and got the cutest hooded towels. A shark a frog a monkey a crab.. For 2.50.... i know they are summer timey, but they are gonna be christmas gifts for all the little kids in my family!

AAAAAH! Uggs at 80% off!

2009-09-08T06:05:00.002-06:00

My twins live in these during winter--I've never seen prices like these! http://www.dpbolvw.net/click-3278587-10536629 These cute crochet boots are usually $110.00, they're only $22.00 here! Jump on this if you're an Uggs fan, I don't think we'll see prices like this again.

Another cheap photo deal!

2009-09-08T06:00:00.001-06:00

With any 1 hour print order at Walmart--you'll get a FREE 8x10 print! Order your prints online and choose free in-store pick up. http://photos.walmart.com/storepage/storePageId=Prints

50% off Sale at Crazy Eight Kid's Clothes!

2009-09-08T05:58:00.002-06:00

If you go here and sign up for their email list and you can get a coupon for $10 off purchase of $30 or more that should be able to be used in conjunction with sale. If you shop online you can use coupon code: C8SAVE10 (will have to pay $5 S&H charges). Go here to shop.

Halloween Fiends? This is for you!

2009-09-07T13:56:00.004-06:00

I'm sorry, but since this blog is only a couple of months old, you haven't heard yet about my filthy love of all things Fall and Halloween. Unfortunately, I can't control myself, so please bear with me. If you're like me, I'm about to become your new best friend through the next few months.

Buycostumes.com is offering a special deal every weekday right now where you find 5 costumes for under $5!! They will offer 5 new costumes each weekday, Monday thru Friday, starting at 9am CDT (7am PST/10am EST). Sneaky inside tip: they offer only 5 costumes for less than $5 AND there's a limited amount available daily. Make sure you check each morning to see what they have available that day! Go HERE to see the $5 costumes!

Apparently, once the Five Dollar beauties are gone, they're gone. By the way, these costumes show retail prices from $39.99 - $219.99, so you're picking up an amazing bargain if you catch them on the five dollar page!

Thanks to my favorite Halloween Internet Fiend: Marcus!

Free movie night, baby!

2009-09-07T13:50:00.001-06:00

Redbox is offering a code for a FREE movie today on Labor Day! Here's the code: T46T3Q7. Make sure to select "Enter promo code" on the first screen before you checkout.

Thanks, Thrifty Northwest Mom!

For the nights you can barely work the microwave...

2009-09-07T13:47:00.002-06:00

$2 off any 1 Healthy Choice Frozen Entree HERE
$2 off any 1 Healthy Choice Fresh Mixer HERE

Sneaky inside tip: be sure to refresh your browser and print twice!

Free-Bee sandwich at Chick Fil A Today!

2009-09-07T10:24:00.003-06:00

Saunter in to your local Chick Fil A today wearing your favorite team shirt and pick up a Free-Bee chicken sandwich! http://chickfila.com/#home

50% off sale at Savers tomorrow!

2009-09-06T13:10:00.003-06:00

Savers is holding their Labor Day sale with a whopping 50% off everything tomorrow! I picked up some great fall and Halloween decorations last year. Sneaky inside tip: go EARLY. Plan on people knocking about and jostling you. Tuck stuff under your arm and run if you know you want it. I put a pile of t-shirts down and they were gone when I looked up! http://savers.com/Promotions.aspx

Shopping at Ride Aid this weekend?

2009-09-06T12:58:00.002-06:00

Don't forget one of my favorite coupons: $5.00 off a $25.00 purchase at Rite Aid: http://www.kqzyfj.com/click-3278587-10421874

Free flowers!

2009-09-06T12:55:00.002-06:00

FTD is joining up with local businesses to celebrate Good Neighbor Day on this Wednesday, September 9th--find a location close to you for free flowers and other goodies: http://www.ftd.com/content/news_views/good_neighbor_day.epl

Shopping at Limited Express this weekend?

2009-09-06T12:52:00.002-06:00

Here's a $10.00 off $20.00 purchase coupon. Have fun! http://www.express.com/assets/cms/coupons/COUPON_3790.pdf

Leapfrog deals on Amazon.com today...

2009-09-06T12:45:00.002-06:00

...and Baby Cheapskate has the scoop. Drop by and save some moola: http://babycheapskate.blogspot.com/2009/09/leapfrog-tag-reading-system-under-30.html

Yippee! More free prints!

2009-09-06T12:44:00.002-06:00

Through 9/13, get free shipping on any Snapfish.com order with coupon code FREELABOR. New Snapfish members get 20 free prints.

Free 2010 Wildlife Calendar

2009-09-06T12:40:00.002-06:00

My little men are crazy about the wildlife near our cabin--to the point that Zachie tried to buddy up to a baby moose. NOT a good plan, you (and the mama moose) know. This cute wildlife calendar is free, just send for it here: http://www.wildlifeforever.org/PAGES%20NEW/FREECALENDAR.aspx?gclid=CKT0mJDB25wCFado5QodXymPJw

Back to being the kid chauffer? Here's some help!

2009-09-06T12:37:00.003-06:00

Amazon.com is offering this Case Logic Front Seat Organizer for $4.09 (that's down from $15.99) HERE This one's free super shipping eligible!

Don't Hate Me For My Celebrity Lifestyle, Part 3,002

2009-09-05T22:31:00.005-06:00

Sooo, The Todd is out of town on a fishing trip. I have to host the Wine and Cheese Festival at the Sundance Resort--you know, Bob's place. (Editor's note: they do not call Robert Redford "Robert" at the ski resort he owns--all things are started by: "you know, that's Bob's favorite wine." Or, "Bob prefers the scallops." My MacLean accidently gave me a massive head-butt while swimming, so I have a cut on the bridge of my nose and a black eye that makes me look like I've been in a bar fight.

I wiggle (thank God for Spanx!) into a cocktail dress, go down and host the thing. I come back to my white-faced nanny, who is pointing dramatically at the backyard. Apparently, The Todd set out rat traps before going on his trip, and two of the traps...well...tripped. I teeter out in my 3 inch heels and Vera Wang cocktail dress to clean up the rats. One has been there a couple of days and is...juicy. See evidence.

While balancing in my 3 inch heels, I fall into the rat. I'm now power-gulping a glass of wine and trying to figure out what cleaner will accept a dress covered in juicy rat.

Eat on the cheap this weekend!

2009-09-05T16:02:00.002-06:00

It's Hip 2 Save has three great ideas on cheap eats this weekend. I've posted them all before, but this saves you scrolling time by wrapping them up in one tidy package! http://hip2save.blogspot.com/2009/09/labor-day-weekend-restaurant-deal.html

Free Perfume

2009-09-05T16:00:00.001-06:00

Narciso Rodriguez Essence Perfume--you likey? Here's a free bottle: http://www.elleextra.com/essence/index.html

3 great new coupon deals at K Mart!

2009-09-05T15:58:00.002-06:00

Free Kellogg's Cereal with $15 in health & beauty, food or consumables
Free Zest soap with $25 grocery or health & beauty purchase
Free Vo5 Shampoo with $15 grocery or health & beauty purchase

Thanks, It's Hip 2 Save!

If you're in the mood for barbeque...

2009-09-05T15:56:00.003-06:00

...Smokey Bones has a buy one get one free entree offer good through Labor Day. Grab your wet-naps and enjoy! http://smokeybones.fbmta.com/members/ViewMailing.aspx?MailingID=32212255183&storecode=7525

Looking at snow tires?

2009-09-05T15:46:00.002-06:00

Global warming so far has affected us here in Utah with depressingly endless winters. Thank heavens Zach and MacLean like to ski or we'd never get out of the house. If you need new tires, snow or otherwise, Midas is offering a $100.00 rebate off a new set of tires, see the info here: http://www.midas.com/AboutMidas/Offers/BridgestoneFall2009Offer/tabid/825/Default.aspx

Pillsbury coupons!

2009-09-05T15:40:00.002-06:00

Join the Pillsbury email club and get access to a pile of really nifty coupons! If you're just starting out on "joining" for coupons, deals, etc. I strongly suggest opening another free email account just for that. In case you get one that's a little too enthusiastic with emails, you're not burying your family's account. Sneaky inside tip: not only can you refresh and print two of all the coupons from Pillsury, they can be paired with instore coupons, too! http://recipes.pillsbury.com/?WT.mc_id=paid_bannerad_3665340_666510&ESRC=14272

Great new sources for Organic coupons!

2009-09-05T15:37:00.002-06:00

Centsible in Seattle has a great post today about several new sources for organic coupons. I try to feed the twins organics as much as possible, but spoilage seems higher and it's often so expensive...sigh. Every savings possible really helps, here. There's so many little ones now with compromised immune systems (see post below) that the less pesticides and gunk we feed them, the better. http://centsibleinseattle.blogspot.com/2009/09/organic-coupon-sources.html

Kids Eat Free at Ikea!

2009-09-05T15:31:00.002-06:00

Starting today through Labor Day, kids eat free at Ikea--a brilliant and diabolical way to keep you in the store longer. I just buy one of those massive packs of paper and pens for $4.99 and Z&M will color 'till they get carpal tunnel. http://info.ikea-usa.com/newlowerprices/

No Special Treatment For THAT Kid!!!

2009-09-04T21:24:00.007-06:00

One of the Park City (our fancy-schmancy mountain resort town) elementary schools just announced that the entire school would be a peanut-free zone. One of their new little students is violently allergic to tree nuts--to the point that exposure could kill him.

The outrage was immediate.

Our Local Conservative Radio Talk Show Host went on the offensive, bewailing the Constitutional right of little children to bring peanut butter sandwiches to schools, about sweet elderly grannies deprived of packing homemade peanut butter cookies into lunch sacks. Then, more ominously about what the PUNISHMENT for bringing tree nuts to school could be--suspension? Actually being EXPELLED FOR EATING A SNICKERS BAR ON SCHOOL GROUNDS? The calls were what you'd expect: indignant folk hissing that "that kid should just stay home!" And "why does everything have to change for THAT kid?" And "who do his parents think they are, ANYWAY?"

(Editor's note: in defense of Doug Wright, L.C.R.T.S.H.--he's a good guy. He treads a narrow line. He has a clunky sense of humour, sort of like your dorky uncle at Thanksgiving, but he's pretty smart and reads a great deal.)

I'm sure the natural response here is indignation that someone has the NERVE to expect the school to change everything for ONE kid.

Please.

Don't you think (or as a parent, don't you already know) that EVERY child ends up with some kind of special provision? Our children are unique. They battle challenges that were rare when we were young.

Autism has gone from 1 in every 10,000 children in 1980 to 1 in every 133 today.

ADHD and ADD diagnoses tripled in the 1990's, and quadrupled in the first decade of 2000.

Asthma and allergies have skyrocketed. For any parent staring at their child's chest and willing it to rise and fall will tell you that an allergy isn't a fashionable way to "get attention." (Another caller's opinion.)

This doesn't even take into account the myriad ways that we now know about how children learn--visual learners, kids who retain information through movement, those who read words that make sense when printed only on mauve paper.

EVERY KID WILL NEED SPECIAL HELP.

My twins have gone to a strict peanut-free preschool, kindergarten and now elementary school. It has never been any sort of hardship or trauma--except for the time I forgot a Almond Joy stuck in my MacLean's pocket. I was horrified that I could have put his little classmate in danger. Talk about winning Totally Suck Mother Of The Month.

I got depressed hearing the pleasure, the self-righteousness in these "adult" voices when they talked about excluding the little allergy dude. How he should "just stay home." And when the time comes when THEIR kid needs special help, should THEY "just stay home?"

This isn't about inconvenience. This is about tolerance. Civility. Kindness. Patience. Aren't these the things we want our children to learn? Will this peanut-free ban really deprive any child of their Constitutional, God-Given right to a peanut butter sandwich? (Editor's note: cue the patriotic music, I'm the one in the corner throwing up in my mouth.)

Upon occasion, my twins require special assistance. The Todd and I do a great deal to show our appreciation to the school for their kindness and flexibility. We try to make their requirements as minimally intrusive as possible. We are deeply, deeply appreciative of our beautiful school and the lovely souls and hearts that teach and learn within it. If your kid does need special help, I think it behooves you to show appreciation and repayment of the Karmic debt whenever possible. I think sincere appreciation instead of a strident "that's our legal RIGHT!" works wonders.

I volunteered in my twin's class last year and watched as one little guy paced back and forth while the teacher talked about pronouns. It's the only way he could keep from exploding behaviorally. But, he learned. Another little girl was doodling as Miss Karen spoke. Her doodles were pictures that helped her understand the concept of "pronoun."

It was a little messy. A little noisy. And incredibly beautiful.

Win a $50.00 Old Navy shopping spree from "That Went Well..."

2009-09-04T12:17:00.002-06:00

With all the 50% off sales tags sprouting on fall merchandise at Old Navy, $50.00 IS enough for a shopping spree! Frankly, I would love to see that more of you are buying something for YOURSELVES for a change--not the kids, not the spouse. I think in the middle of bargain-hunting we sometimes forget to treat ourselves. Baby, I think you're worth it! Please add yourself as a Follower if you're not already--it takes two minutes, I've timed it. Then add your name in the Shoutbox feature to the right. Good luck!

Free-Bee Roundup...

2009-09-04T07:45:00.004-06:00

Kotex sample pack:

1 Kotex Ultra Thin Overnight Pad

1 Kotex Maxi pad1 Kotex Lightday Pantiliner

1 Kotex Security Tampon regular

1 Kotex Security Tampon super

1 sample new FDSFDS Feminine spray

http://instoresnow.walmart.com/enhancedrendercontent_ektid77118.aspx

Zyrtec Sample: startsampling.com/sm/100915/captureAddress.iphtml?item=100915&source=

Amazon.com is giving you a free MP3 download credit: http://www.amazon.com/gp/redirect.html?ie=UTF8&location=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fgp%2Ffeature.html%3Fie%3DUTF8%26ref%255F%3Ddm%255Ftw%255Ffirstmil%26tag%3Dslickdeals%26docId%3D1000420651&tag=wwwhip2saveco-20&linkCode=ur2&camp=1789&creative=390957

Free Shipping and Sales at American Eagle!

2009-09-04T07:35:00.003-06:00

Hip 2 Save has a great post on free shipping and killer savings at acouple of the uber cool stores this weekend: http://hip2save.blogspot.com/2009/09/american-eagle-philosophy-free-shipping.html

Free Movie Night, Baby!

2009-09-04T07:27:00.002-06:00

Movie Cube is offering up a FREE DVD Rental. Just use code ETUX9A9, valid thru 9/17. Movie Cube is similar to Redbox. You can check locations here. Thanks, Hip 2 Save!

75% off Hooked on Phonics Sale!

2009-09-04T07:22:00.002-06:00

They're running an Overstock sale at Hooked on Phonics, and the deals are pretty amazing--up to 75% off select programs and toys. Sneaky inside tip: currently, you can use coupon code SLICK50 at checkout and you'll save an additional 50% on your order! http://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-3558483-10661799

Free Trees and Plants!

2009-09-04T07:07:00.003-06:00

The Coupon Project's got a GREAT post on how you can get free trees or plants--just by paying for shipping! We live in a desert climate, so I REALLY value trees...free trees? That's better than free cupcakes! (Just barely, but it is.) http://www.thecouponproject.com/the_coupon_project/2009/09/free-trees-and-plants-for-your-yard-just-pay-shipping.html

BOGO free Grand Slam Breakfast

2009-09-04T06:55:00.001-06:00

Denny's is offering a buy one get one free "Build your own" Grand Slam Breakfast--take in this coupon--it's good through the 6th. http://www.dennysallnighter.com/images/upload/8-31BOGOBYOSlam.jpg

$30.00 coupon book at Walgreen's

2009-09-04T06:52:00.002-06:00

I picked mine up near the Pharmacy at Walgreen's, there's $30.00 in coupons in the new Healthy Living coupon book, check here for your closest location! http://www.walgreens.com/default.jsp

Home Depot Free-Bee Kid's Workshop Saturday...

2009-09-04T06:23:00.003-06:00

...there's still room at several stores for your little ones to make this beanbag toss game: http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ContentView?pn=Kids_Workshops&langId=-1&storeId=10051&catalogId=10053

Free-Crafts this weekend...

2009-09-04T06:20:00.003-06:00

...no big Labor Day plans? I'm with you, sister! Lakeshore Learning has a cute, free craft to make while you scout for interesting homework options. http://www.lakeshorelearning.com/general_content/store_locations/storeCrafts.jsp?f=m

50% off at Gymboree!

2009-09-04T06:10:00.002-06:00

Gymboree.com's holding a 50% off Labor Day Sale, and if you buy $50.00 worth of merchandise, they'll also hand over $25.00 in Gymboree Bucks to use later. Not bad, eh? http://links.mkt2170.com/servlet/MailView?ms=MjI0MTczOQS2&r=MTEyMzEzNjAzMTgS1&j=MTU2NzczOTEyS0&mt=1&rt=0

What I am NOT getting "Just in time for Christmas!"

2009-09-04T05:50:00.002-06:00

This is no joke. I found this from one of my favorite mom sites, and it's actually being marketed for little girls. This classy little gal's name is "Gizmo" and the box says it all: "Style." "Interesting." "Music." "Flash." "Up and Down." "Go Round and Round." Yep, that's the description of the latest in shocking doll designs -- the "Pole Dance" doll!

Seriously? SERIOUSLY?

Little MissMatched at 25% off...

2009-09-04T05:39:00.002-06:00

...I discovered this site courtesy of The Frugal Girls, and the stuff's so adorable that even my picky niece loves all her gifties from there. (Editor's note: seriously, how do mothers of little girls DO it? I thank my lucky stars daily that I have boys. I know that every day, they will get dirty. Or wet. Or some ideal (to them) combination of both. But girls--they have NUANCE. I am totally unprepared for my nieces.) Their Labor Day Sale is offering 25% off all their merchandise! Shop away. http://www.littlemissmatched.com/Catalog/girls

How Cool Is This?

2009-09-04T05:33:00.003-06:00

Home Depot's offering women's-only workshops on home repair, remodeling, etc. This month they've got a nifty workshop session on kitchen remodeling. Ever wondered what you could feasibly do yourself? Here's a free workshop to show you! http://www.homeimproverclub.com/workshopsdetail.aspx?Type=1&id=212&utm_source=dih_ola_dedicated

Free-Bee Chocolate Friday!

2009-09-04T05:22:00.002-06:00

Apparently, the Mars Candy Co. will be running this promotion through September 25th. https://secure.realchocolate.com/

Bless them.

Old Navy Weekly.com site navigation answers!

2009-09-03T22:11:00.002-06:00

Old Navy Weekly, the most diabolical site in history, updated with some new offers this week. The $65.00 offer is new and generous. It's already out, but there's plenty of bargains left. Sneaky inside tip: several of the most savvy girlies practice the "big ones," because Old Navy often resets in the middle of the week. Just to mess with us. I've gotten gloating emails from at least 16 friends and followers who snapped up the coupons after the initial rush. Happy hunting!

$65 off $100 - GONE - Top left, Click on the necklace that the girl with brown sweater is wearing. Then quickly click on the open compact she is holding in her hand.

$45 off $100 - GONE - Click on Wesley's picture in the bottom, to the left of where it says "Wesley's Winning Looks" - hearts will appear above the picture. Click on the first heart that appears (which is the biggest) - they will go fast!

$10 off $50 - Go to top middle picture and take ketchup bottle and move it to the hot dog sign. Put the ketchup bottle on the hot dog.

20% off when you buy a men's and women's item - Click on the striped shirt of the guy on the left.

15% off when you buy any men's item - In the upper right hand corner, take the red cube of chalk in the background and put it on the end of the tall cue stick on the right.

5% off with yellow item - Click on the black/orange/grey striped shirt in the bottom picture

Once again, thanks to Thrifty Northwest Mom, who does all the work so we can save!

Office Max, I SHUN you!!!!

2009-09-03T07:48:00.004-06:00

I posted a great deal from Office Max about three weeks ago, about a pretty computer armoire on sale for $29.00, down from $250.00. Yow! Except...they happily took my money, said that it was backordered and they'd contact me when it was ready to ship. Three weeks later, I get this cheesy email:

"Dear OfficeMax Customer, Please accept this letter as a cancel confirmation for item number 21203975 on order 583011689. This cancellation is the result of depleting inventory of a clearance priced item on our website. As this was clearly marked ''While Supplies Last'' and "Clearance" we have cancelled all orders that we do not have stock to fulfill the order. We truly apologize for this inconvenience and hope it has not caused you undue hardship. If you have questions about this canceled item please phone us at 1-877-OfficeMax. We value your business and hope to see you back at OfficeMax.com."

No...I don't think you'll be seeing me again. Seriously, that's SO sleazy! If you advertise, good business sense dictates that you fufill orders you took money for. I apologize too, to anyone who took this deal off the blog and wasted their money and time.

That does it. Office Max, I shun you.

Free-Bee pair of contact lenses

2009-09-03T07:47:00.003-06:00

Nestle back to school calendar

2009-09-03T07:39:00.001-06:00

There's $20.00 in coupons in the Nestle "Back to school savings" calendar, you can send for it here: http://instoresnow.walmart.com/enhancedrendercontent_ektid75438.aspx

Free-Bee Chick Fil A sandwich on Labor Day!

2009-09-03T07:35:00.002-06:00

Wear your favorite sports team shirt and get a free chicken sandwich on Monday! I'm sure there's some logic to this promotion, but I don't really care. There's free food involved. That's all I need to know. http://www.chick-fil-a.com/#home

Free-Bee Land's End shipping!

2009-09-03T07:21:00.003-06:00

Click HERE for details: http://email.landsend.com/servlet/website/PersonalizedForm?sLENlgLPl_TCTVTC_rpKlEyLJpipLgmbK_EACZTTZELtHpsElopgLpgTCFntHpsDJhtEIkhPlLkE5ELtHpsElopgLpgTCFntHpsDJhtELtHps_hMMLk_gNtILkEXTVUAZAUVAEikhthmphglkJLJKLEz.26w0UEikhthmphgipggNtILkETTTTUUXY Use code: SEPT1 and pin: 00001145 to get free shipping with no minimum order!

Hormel coupons

2009-09-03T07:16:00.001-06:00

Save $2 On One Pkg Hormel Refrigerated Entrée

Save $1 On any One Pkg Hormel Microwave Ready Bacon

http://www.hormel.com/updates/coupons/

Free Canker Sore Treatments...

2009-09-03T07:09:00.003-06:00

This was the first coupon I printed off last night. Anyone who's endured canker sores knows EXACTLY how sucky it is. Free box of canker melts! http://www.orahealth.com/images/2009_0902_RA-WagFreeCMCpn.pdf

Another $35.00 in coupons from Proctor and Gamble

2009-09-03T07:07:00.002-06:00

They're calling this one "Refresh your nest," with $35.00 in coupons for all the brand name fellas: http://www.startsampling.com/sm/100880/captureAddress.iphtml?item=100880&pk_guid=127.0.0.1.13370124943714878&source=FEBSO

Got a Giant Foods nearby?

2009-09-03T07:03:00.002-06:00

Print this one off: $2.00 off a $5.00 meat purchase: https://www.giantfoodstores.com/shareddev/sharedcontent/Email/Sept2009/CouponAB.cfm

Cheap Cheerios!

2009-09-03T07:00:00.003-06:00

Here's another weapon in your battle against ridiculously high cereal prices, sign up with General Mills and they'll send you $4.00 in coupons for Cheerios. Sneaky inside tip: here's an extra $1.00 off coupon if you shop at Target: http://www.organicgrocerydeals.com/forums/view.php?pg=coupon_generator

http://www.cheerios.com/promotions/10in1/Default.aspx

Borders 40% off coupon

2009-09-03T06:41:00.002-06:00

...You need to be a Border's member to use it, but it takes a moment to sign up, and there's discounts and goodies every month. If they're willing to bribe you, why not be willing to accept it? http://www.bordersmedia.com/coup/coupon40book0903.asp?cmpid=SA_20090903_REW

$2.00 Degree Ultraclear

2009-09-03T06:38:00.002-06:00

...I like this stuff, no messy white smears! $1.00 off coupon for Degree Ultraclear for Women. Sneaky inside tip: be sure to refresh and print twice for $2.00 in coupons!http://degreewomen.com/women/ultraclear-coupon-signup.aspx

Free Huggies Samples

2009-09-03T06:36:00.001-06:00

...for Huggies Little Movers: http://instoresnow.walmart.com/enhancedrendercontent_ektid77406.aspx

Eukanuba $5.00 off!

2009-09-03T06:33:00.002-06:00

Plus, I really like saying "Eukanuba" over and over...hah! $5.00 off their Probiotics dog food: http://www.startsampling.com/sm/100893/captureAddress.iphtml?item=100893&source=&key=216bcb605635bb53fa6b6a2f1df8ff4f

Winner! Winner! Winner! Winner!

2009-09-02T07:39:00.004-06:00

Congratulations to Caroline H.--our winner for the $50.00 Limited gift card. Caroline, this one is an actual gift card and needs to be mailed. Will you please inbox me with your email address (so that I know it's you...) with your mailing address? Have fun shopping!