One of the biggest reasons for creating MommyLuvs2save was to create a community of moms and dads who want to help their family save money when buying essentials in order to free up money for debt repayment. My own family has paid off over $111,500 in consumer debt including credit cards, student loan debt and 2 vehicles. I am a teacher at heart. I want to use the skills that I have learned to help YOU ditch debt. I want to encourage each of you in your efforts so that one day you can feel the freedom of being debt free. I’m not quite there yet either (we still have a mortgage) so I need encouragement as well 
It can be very difficult to pay down debt. There are many temptations to spend money. We live in a culture that encourages debt and spending. In addition, expenses come up and there never seems to be any extra money for paying down debt. I want to urge each of you to participate in a challenge. Just leave a comment about one positive step you’ve taken for your family each day. Did you eat in instead of going out? Did you save money at the grocery store? Did you pay extra on your credit card? Leave a comment below and we will cheer one another on every day and every step of the way.
The challenge is to leave a comment about what YOU have done to work on getting debt free each day. One winner will be chosen to win a $50 Amazon gift card at the end of each month. To participate in the challenge you must comment on at least 10 posts during the month.
* I will also be sharing my progress from the day prior.
My Progress: I got a lot accomplished yesterday. I started out by going for my 2nd Thyroid ultrasound. In November I had 5 nodules and they want to see if they got bigger to see if I need a needle biopsy. My baby sister recently had thyroid cancer and it’s a genetic kind, so I’m thinking I’ll need the biopsy, but we’ll see. The technician was pretty busy measuring stuff, so that can’t be great. Plus, she was a little cold until after my test and then she was super sweet, which makes me think I must be pretty bad off – ha ha. I fully cleaned the kitchen, which included totally cleaning out and wiping down the fridge. It was sorely needed. I watered the garden before it got too hot. I think it was in the upper 80′s here yesterday. I am NOT a big fan of the hot, humid weather. I know most of you probably are, but I hate being hot.
I went to the grocery store to get some things for a BBQ for dinner. I spent $23.42 for dinner for 2 nights. I used the $50 pre-paid Visa card from the Buick test drive, so $0 out of pocket. I made all meals at home including dinner, which was marinated, grilled chicken on the grill with mac ‘n cheese and a salad. The mail was pretty awesome. I got a bunch of FREE samples of Gold Emblem products from CVS. That was cool. I also got chosen to do a Seventh Generation party to showcase some of their items. I love their stuff, so I can’t wait. I posted that opportunity, so I hope some of you got it too.
We took a ride after dinner and Ro must have been distracted by the girls being silly in the backseat because he ran a red light. We instantly heard the sirens. Right away I thought of how much the ticket would be and whether or not our insurance rates would jump up. I was a little irritated at Ro… until I heard the crying. The girls (especially Olivia) got hysterical about it and instantly I wasn’t worried about anything financial. I didn’t want them to be upset. I kept saying that it was okay and that we did something wrong and that it would be fine. I found out later that Olivia thought we were going to jail (so cute). The officer came to the window and asked if there as a reason why we didn’t stop at the light – and then he heard the sobbing. He asked us to put the back window down and then he went on to console the girls and tell them that it was okay. He asked if they were twins (he is one), he asked how old (he has a 6 year old), he explained that we did something wrong, but that it wasn’t too bad and that we were fine. He stood there for 5 -10 minutes or so trying to get them to smile by asking about favorite TV shows, if they shared a room etc… Olivia finally gave him a smile before he handed Ro’s license back and said you guys take care. I was so amazed. No ticket, no warning – just compassion from a father (and a twin). I am so grateful. Sure, it’s nice to not have to pay a ticket, but it was so much more important for the girls to see that police officers are good people who care about helping people.
After our traumatic trip, we stopped at Walgreens to get something and Olivia asked Ro if I could just drive from now on When he said no she just proceeded to “remind” him at EVERY light to stop. Of course Kayla can’t wait to get to school today to tell EVERYONE – Ugghhh!
What did you do? Leave a comment We’d love to hear about it You could make 2013 your year. Who will the May winner be ? We’ll see…
You can snag an awesome deal on Hamburger Helper at Target:
Hamburger, Tuna or Chicken Helper Skillet Meals 5/$5 or $1 each
Use the $0.80/4 Hamburger Helper, Tuna Helper or Chicken Helper Home Cooked Skillet Dishes coupon
Total ~ $0.80 per box!
(Thanks, Totally Target!)
Here’s a nice new printable coupon that may help out with Memorial Day celebrations. Head here to snag a coupon for $1.00 off (1) Minute Maid 12-pk cans, any variety
You can snag FREE Schick Disposable razors at Kmart this week. I’m picking some up to stick in gift baskets for my tween and teen nieces for Christmas !
Schick Disposable Razors 4 ct $7.99
Use BOGO Schick Disposable Razors in 4/28 SS
Total ~ 2 FREE
Ice Cream season is in full swing. Here’s a great deal on ice cream toppings. Maybe for a Memorial Day party?
Target Deal
Breyer’s Ice Cream Topping (Price Cut for $1.99 thru 6/15)
Use $1/2 Breyer’s Ice Cream Toppings coupon or $1/1 Breyers Ice Cream Topping coupon in May or June All You magazines or in 5/19 SS
Total ~ as low as 99¢
Walmart Deal
Breyer’s Ice Cream Toppings $2.28
Use $1/2 Breyer’s Ice Cream Toppings coupon or $1/1 Breyers Ice Cream Topping coupon in May or June All You magazines or in 5/19 SS
Total ~ as low as $1.28
(Thanks, Totally Target!)
You can snag FREE Wish-bone Dressing at Target right now. Here’s how:
Wish-bone Dressing 8 oz $1 (Price Cut thru 6/15)
Use 75¢/2 Wish-Bone salad dressings Target Coupon Stack with 70¢/1; 50¢/1; $1/3; 65¢/2 Wish-Bone/Western Dressing Product in 5/19 RP (amount varies by region) and use the 5% off Wishbone Salad Dressing Target Cartwheel coupon
Total ~ as low as FREE
(Thanks, Totally Target!)
Head on over here to create an awesome photo travel mug for only $4 + s/h. This would make an awesome Father’s Day gift for your hubby or for your dad from the grandkids ! Just go on over here to create one and use code HOTDRINK at checkout.
Today, May 22nd, Swagbucks is hosting a Swag Code Extravaganza called “MAYkeover Madness“. There will be a total of 7 codes and if you get them all, it totals out to 70 Swag Bucks!
Swagbucks is the easiest way I’ve found to earn FREE gift cards. You can search the internet to earn Swagbucks, which can be redeemed for gift cards for a host of stores like Amazon, Target, Barnes & Noble + More ! Head on over here to join.
Here is an awesome deal on Multigrain Cheerios at CVS starting Sunday 5/26:
Cheerios 11.25-14 oz $2.29
Use the $0.75/1 Multi Grain Cheerios cereal coupon
Plus, use the $0.50/1 coupon printing from the Magic Coupon Machine starting 5/26
Total ~ $1.04 per box
Starting May 26th you can snag a FREE 3 Musketeers candy bar at CVS OR get 2 for $.25 each !
3 Musketeers Candy Bars 75¢ get 75¢ ECB
Total ~ FREE
OR
3 Musketeers Candy Bars $.75 get $.75 ECB
Use $.50/2 – 3 Musketeers Bars
Total ~ $.25 for 2 or $.13 each
(Thanks I Heart CVS!)
Here’s a great deal on Dove Ice Cream bars at Walmart:
Dove Ice Cream Bars 3 pack $1.97
Use $1/1 Dove printable coupon
Total ~ $.97 or $.32 per bar
*Keep in mind that prices can vary slightly from region to region.
(Thanks, The Wally World Woman!)
Today only, you can snag a FREE Mousepad from Shutterfly for only 50 MyCokeRewards Points. This would make a nice, FREE Father’s Day gift.
This is a favorite survey company of my readers and they’ve opened up registration for May. It’s time to start earning some cash in 2013 with survey companies and Swagbucks. !
MyView is a survey company that works with companies who are eager to find out what consumers really want from them and then convert their collected thoughts, ideas and needs into solutions that improve their products and services. As a reward for your time you will earn your choice among awesome gift card options including Amazon and Kohl’s.
Head on over here to check it out !
Head on over here to snag a One Year Subscription to House Beautiful for only $4.99 when you use promo code MOMMYLUVS2SAVE at checkout.
You can also snag a One Year Subscription to Marie Claire magazine for only $4.50 when you use promo code MOMMYLUVS2SAVE at checkout.
Today and tomorrow only, get 2000 balance rewards when you spend $10+ in a single transaction in-store.
Today on Zulily, become a new Costco Member or upgrade your existing Gold Star or Business Membership with this limited deal. You’ll also receive more than $50 worth of coupon savings including:
- Free rotisserie chicken
- Free 48-pack of batteries
- Free 35 count case of Kirkland Signature™ water
One of the biggest reasons for creating MommyLuvs2save was to create a community of moms and dads who want to help their family save money when buying essentials in order to free up money for debt repayment. My own family has paid off over $111,500 in consumer debt including credit cards, student loan debt and 2 vehicles. I am a teacher at heart. I want to use the skills that I have learned to help YOU ditch debt. I want to encourage each of you in your efforts so that one day you can feel the freedom of being debt free. I’m not quite there yet either (we still have a mortgage) so I need encouragement as well
It can be very difficult to pay down debt. There are many temptations to spend money. We live in a culture that encourages debt and spending. In addition, expenses come up and there never seems to be any extra money for paying down debt. I want to urge each of you to participate in a challenge. Just leave a comment about one positive step you’ve taken for your family each day. Did you eat in instead of going out? Did you save money at the grocery store? Did you pay extra on your credit card? Leave a comment below and we will cheer one another on every day and every step of the way.
The challenge is to leave a comment about what YOU have done to work on getting debt free each day. One winner will be chosen to win a $50 Amazon gift card at the end of each month. To participate in the challenge you must comment on at least 10 posts during the month.
* I will also be sharing my progress from the day prior.
My Progress: I’m sorry for the lack of posts in the afternoon yesterday, but it was busy with my mom’s procedure. It began around 1 and we just waited around for most of the time before then. My mom came through it well. I think it was basically to make sure she was okay to do the open heart. We have an appointment scheduled for mid June to meet with the surgeon, so we’ll take it from there. Thanks SO much for all of the support, kind emails and prayers. It means a lot !
I got some great samples in the mail. I got my FREE reusable shopping bag from Earthbound Farms, a FREE vitamin sample and 2 free shampoo samples. I also got another coupon for a FREE 2 liter of Pepsi Next and a free coupon for a free dinner. It was a good mail day. I still haven’t done my drugstore deals because of all of the chaos, but I’m hopeful for today. My mom should be able to go home, so that will calm everyone down. I hate seeing my dad so upset, so hopefully he’s feeling a bit better that this part is over anyway.
We ate all meals at home yesterday. I actually didn’t eat lunch. I bypassed the hospital cafeteria. I was tempted to get take out for dinner because of everything going on, but made myself raid the freezer/pantry to make a homemade dinner. It worked out well. I was pretty wide awake after tucking in my little girlies, so I did 3 surveys and caught up on my Swagbucks stuff. I got an email from House Party that my Nerf party supplies have been shipped. They include 5 Nerf water guns, several coupons and a case of Cheetos cheese puffs + more. I’m thinking of combining the House Party with a little graduation party for my little Kindergarten graduates. I thought the cousins would have fun with it. This is all pending my mom’s progress of course
What did you do? Leave a comment We’d love to hear about it You could make 2013 your year. Who will the May winner be ? We’ll see…
