.:Free Kindle Book: Medical Error

If you're familiar with Kindle downloads, here is a free Kindle title: Medical Error from Richard Mabry. Sounds like it's a medical mystery/drama. I LOVE to read, so I always get excited when I can download free titles.

Take note: You DON'T need a Kindle to be able to read ANY Kindle books. Amazon has free downloadable applications to where you can read on your PC, iPhone (iTouch), iPad, Blackberry, and Android. I've got this on my desktop, laptop, and on my iTouch.

Thanks, Common Sense with Money!

.:20% or 25% off CVS Shopping Pass When You Follow on Twitter

If you've got a Twitter account or not (sign-up now!), go and follow CVS! They are offering a 20% or 25% off shopping pass when you follow them on twitter. If they get 20,000 followers, you'll get a 20% shopping pass. If they get 25,000 followers by the end of the day on 2/25/11, you'll get a 25% shopping pass. You'll receive your pass via email on 2/28/11. The amount of the pass is based on the totals at the end of the day on 2/25/11. So let's get following!!

.:Moe's Southwest Grill: Free Kid's Meal!

Just sign up here and then you'll be able to print a coupon for a free kid's meal at Moe's Southwest Grill when you purchase an adult meal for $5 or more. They started off at 20,000....when I last checked, there were only about 12,000 left! So hurry while you can!

Thanks, Money Saving Mom!

.:Snapfish: 100 Photo Printed for $5 shipped!

Through February 20th, you can get 100 prints from Snapfish for just $5 shipped. Just upload your prints to Snapfish, choose to order 100 copies and use coupon code CUPIDPICS at checkout. Your total should only be $5, including shipping!

Thanks, Money Saving Mom!

.:Double Chocolate Chip Cookies.....YUMMY!

Makes 3 dozen cookies!

Ingredients
1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup milk-chocolate chip
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips


Directions
1. Heat oven to 350F. Cream the butter and sugars in a large bowl with an electric mixer on high speed. Lower to medium speed and add the egg and vanilla. Sift together the flour, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. On low speed, add the dry mixture to the butter mixture. Beat until fully incorporated. Fold in the chocolate chips.

2. Form the dough into approximately 1 1/2-inch balls. Place on parchment or foil-lined baking sheets, 2 inches apart.

3. Bake until the centers are just set, about 12 minutes. Let cool on sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks.

TADA! Then you have wonderfully delicious Double Chocolate Chip cookies :) Thanks, Real Simple!

7 Signs That Your Child Loves You

1) Your newborn stares into your eyes. He's actually working hard to memorize your face. He doesn't understand anything else about the world, but he knows you're important.

2) Your baby thinks about you even when you're not around. Between 8 and 12 months old, he'll start to scrunch his face and look around when you leave the room; and he'll smile when your return.

3) Your toddler throws wicked tantrums. Nope, those screaming fits don't mean he's stopped loving you. He wouldn't be so hurt and angry if he didn't trust you so deeply.

4) Your toddler runs to you for comfort when he falls down or feels sad. Kids this age may not truly understand the meaning of "I love you," but their actions speak louder than their words.

5) Your preschooler gives you a flower picked from the garden, a finger-painted heart, a sparkly rock, or another gift.

6) Your preschooler wants your approval. He'll start to be more cooperative around the house, and he'll look for chances to impress. "Look at me!" will become a catch phrase.

7) Your grade-schooler trusts you with secrets, like his first crush or his embarrassing moment. You're his confidante, even if he shies away from your hugs in public.

.:How I Saved Almost $50 in Groceries

A few weeks ago, I saw this show on TLC called "Extreme Couponing". In this particular episode, two women went grocery shopping, their bill was more or less in the $500's and after using coupons, the bill went all the way down to some where around $6 or so! Crazy huh? I didn't think it could be possible, so I decided to try it out myself, and see how much I could save!

I did some extensive research on the internet, found sales, clipped and ordered coupons, made a spreadsheet to stay organized, and got myself out to the stores. Unfortunately, none of the grocery stores in the area double or triple coupons (which would have enabled me to save more), but I still saved a crazy amount of money for the things that I bought.

Target
French’s Spicy Mustard $.25 each
Bird’s Eye Frozen Veggies $.66 each
Vaseline Lotion $.99 each
Up&Up Pantiliners $.39
Wheat Thins $1.00 each
Kellog’s Crunchy Nut Cereal $.25 each
Kraft Shredded Cheese $.87 each

Total BEFORE coupons: $26.87
Total AFTER coupons: $9.62!!!
Total savings of $17.25

Wal-Mart
Snuggle Dryer Sheets $.87 each
Dove Deodorant $.47 each
Carefree Pantiliners $.44
Williams Taco Seasoning $.31 each
Jello Pudding Mixes $.49 each
Huggies Wipes $.47
Crest Pro-Health Toothpaste $1.77
Clearasil Face Wash $1.67
Kraft Sandwich Shop Mayo $.75
Kikkoman’s Soy Sauce $.42 each
Louisiana Hot Sauce $.44 each

Total BEFORE coupons $50.79
Total AFTER coupons $20.62!!!
Total savings of $30.17

I couldn't believe my eyes when I saw how much I had saved at each store! You can do it too with just some time, organization, and dedication!

The two main websites I used to find deals with coupons were: Money Saving Mom and Common Sense with Money. I started getting the Sunday paper to use the coupon inserts that come with them. I also used Coupons and Things by Dede to order multiple coupons, and coupons that I didn't have on hand from past inserts.

If you're interested in knowing more, or need some direction on how to start, email me!

.:FREE Pyrex Potholder

Click here to sign up for a FREE Pyrex Potholder. Pyrex is one of my favorite kitchen brands :) Grab one while supplies last! Don't wait until the last minute. Here's an idea....send one to your mom, sister, grandmother, aunt, who ever! I did!

Thanks, Common Sense with Money!

.:Easy DIY Valentine's Day Ideas

Valentine's Day is coming soon!  In my opinion, some of the most meaningful gifts are those that are made. Low on cash? These are some GREAT V-Day ideas to make for gift giving or just to decorate your home or office.



To see instructions for the above ideas and the other DIY Valentine's Day ideas, click here.

Thanks Real Simple!

.:10 Unexpected Natural Cleaners

Who would've thought that these foods would have other uses than to just eat them!

Oatmeal: Scrub very dirty hands. Make a thick paste of oatmeal and water; rinse well.
Rice: Clean the inside of a vase or a thin-necked bottle. Fill three quarters of the vessel with warm water and add a tablespoon of uncooked rice. Cup your hand over the opening, shake vigor-ously, and rinse.
Club Soda: Shine up a scuffed stainless-steel sink. Buff with a cloth dampened with club soda, then wipe dry with another clean cloth.

To see all of the other uses, click here.

Thanks Real Simple!