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Sorry for the lack of posts today (and likely tomorrow), we are busy working in the yard.  I got all the plants and flowers yesterday.  Today we're whipping the backyard into shape, and planting the garden.  Here's what we're growing:

• Tomatoes (lots of 'em)
• Cucumbers
• Sugar Snap Peas
• Salad Peppers
• Bell Peppers
• Onions
• Radishes
• Carrots
• Cantaloupe
• Watermelon
• Iceberg Lettuce

This is our first year trying lettuce.  I also got some squash seeds, but we ran out of room!  I'm also planting some container tomatoes!  Zach has two different sunflowers going too.  He's really been enjoying digging in the dirt and finding bugs, worms and snails!  Once we're all done I'll post some photos (probably tomorrow).  I hope you are enjoying this lovely weekend with your family!  It's gorgeous out there!

Last Day To Save An Extra $2 On Eversave Deals!

Space Saving Bags Spring Clean Solved:$20 for a 16-piece space-saving bags deluxe set

We actually have some of these Space Saving Bags, and they really do work.  $20 is a fab price for a 16 piece set.  Use promo code SPRING at checkout to save an extra $2 on the price, bringing it to just $18 for 16-space saving bags!  Click on the banner above for details.

$10 For $20 To Spend On Toys At YoYo.com

Today's deal from Living Social will nab you 1/2 price toys from YoYo.com!   $10 gets you a $20 voucher to spend online at YoYo.com.  This voucher expires on 6/24/12.  Go HERE for details.

YES!

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Walgreens Friends & Family Event

This is one you don't see every day!  Head HERE to print a coupon to Save 15% off at Walgreens during their Friends & Family Event.  Note, this is valid TODAY ONLY (3/30/12).  You will Save 20% off Walgreens and W Brand products!
Thanks, Hip2Save!

$1.00 Off New Triscuit

Head to the Triscuit facebook page to print off a coupon to Save $1.00 off Triscuit Dill, Sea Salt & Olive Oil.  Sounds tasty!  Hold onto this puppy for a sale.

AWESOME Sweet Jack Deal

Sweet Jack has a FUN (and super-cheap!) deal today - $32.80 gets you a 2-hour Jet Ski Rental from DFW Jetskis ($100 value) .  The voucher is priced at $40, but when you use promo code COMEBACKJACK20 at checkout you will save an additional 20%!  Limit one per person.  Each jet ski seats THREE people.  How great would this be over the summer when it is SUPER HOT?!  Go HERE for the DFW JetSkis deal.

Have You Signed Up For Maggiano's Free Flatbread Yet?

Have you entered the Maggiano's Little Italy Ultimate Dinner Party for 20 people contest yet?  They are giving away one dinner party per location.  Head HERE to enter.  The best part....EVERYBODY is a winner, 'cuz when you enter the contest, you will receive a FREE Flatbread appetizer.  I got mine this morning - it was waiting for me in my inbox!

• Be sure to put a check mark in the box for "Yes, I want to receive $10 off my next meal".  This will enroll you in their email club, which will also get you $10 off for your birthday and anniversary.

EverSave Deals - $2 Off W/Promo Code

Madelines Pantry Today's Save:$25 for $50 worth of baked goods delivered to your door from Madeline's Pantry

All new and existing EverSave members can save an extra $2 on any EverSave deal TODAY and TOMORROW when you use promo code SPRING at checkout.  Don't like this deal?  There are lots more to choose from HERE.

Easter Bunny Pancake

OK, now come on!  You can do this one, right?!  CUTE bunny pancakes rock.  You don't even need to MAKE the pancake - just buy a box of frozen ones, cut up some fruit, add a couple marshmallow teeth and BOOM...you're done!  Oh, and by the way - kudos to any of you who email me at brendalpark@gmail.com with your Easter bunny pancakes!  I just may give you a shoutout.

50% Off At Michael's

TODAY ONLY, Click HERE to print a coupon to Save 50% off any one regular price item.  Zachary and AJ have gotten into building those little snap-on model cars.....this might come in handy to stick one in their Easter basket?

Amazon - Cotton Candy Machine

OK, this cotton candy machine may seem like a pretty random thing to post about.  And I suppose it is.  But I have to tell you that we personally own a cotton candy machine - not this exact one, but a very similar model that my husband bought years ago.  I cannot tell you how many times we have used it, and it is STILL going strong.  We use it for birthday parties, holidays (when family comes over), and (I probably shouldn't even tell you this)....we even pull it out just for a little treat for ourselves.  OH, THE HORROR!  This machine is on sale for $27.96 (marked down from $49.99) and SHIPS for FREE.  Great deal!  Click on the banner for more details.

Free Sample - Meow Mix

This sample is back again. Click HERE to receive a coupon for a FREE Meow Mix Pate Topper, and a coupon to Save $1.00 on Meow Mix dry cat food. I literally JUST used both of these coupons yesterday at Target!  (I kid you not)

Baskin Robbins Sundaes - BOGO For $0.99

I have fond memories of getting treated to Baskin Robbins as a child - maybe that's why it's my go-to place when I want to treat my boys to ice cream.  Head to the Baskin Robbins facebook page to print a coupon to Buy Any Sundae, Get One For $0.99.  NOTE:  This coupon expires on 3/31/12, so you only have until Saturday to use it.  We have a tradition of kicking our weekend off with a treat when I pick the kids up from school on Friday, so guess where we're heading this week!  To print it, just look for the graphic below on their wall (it was posted on 2/23) and click on the arrow - that will take you to an actual coupon to print).

Old Orchard Cranberry Naturals - BOGO Coupon

It's Thrifty Thursday over at the Old Orchard facebook page.  Head HERE to print a Buy One, Get One FREE coupon on any Old Orchard Cranberry Naturals reduced-calorie juice drink.  NOTE:  This coupon is available TODAY ONLY, so grab it while you can.  As with most facebook coupons, you will have to "like" them first.

$9 For 1 Dozen Cupcakes At La Rosette Bakery

$9 Gets you 1 dozen cupcakes from La Rosette Bakery in Richardson. That's half price!  This voucher doesn't expire until 11/1/12.

Annie's New Organic Rising Crust Pizza

Update:  This high value coupon is available again!
Hop on over to facebook (again) to download a coupon to Save $2 on Annie's New Organic Rising Crust Pizza.  You can find these in the frozen foods aisle of Whole Foods.

Free Sample - Lipton Tea & Honey Available AGAIN

If you haven't had a chance to request this one yet, it's available again!  I am not a hot tea drinker, buy I REALLY enjoy iced tea.  So this looks right up my alley.  Head to the Lipton facebook page and "like" them for a FREE sample of their new Tea & Honey product.  I got the Mango-Pineapple flavor (not sure if everyone gets the same - but it sounds delish!).

20% Off At Payless

Sign up for Payless Shoe Source mobile alerts, and you'll be the first to know about upcoming sales.  Plus you'll get special offers straight to your phone, including 20% off just for joining.  To join, text PAYLESS to 747474.

Cinnamon Bunny Bread

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Lovin' these cutie pie Cinnamon Bunny Breads!  Not only are they cute, but I'm guessing they'd be pretty darn tasty with cinnamon sugar butter OR THIS Cinnamon Honey Butter.  Head to Recipe.com for the complete recipe and instructions.  I know I've mentioned this before, but I'm super lazy.  So instead of going the whole "homemade" route, I'm going to get some FROZEN bread dough (I usually find mine at Kroger) and make these up a whole lot quicker.  LOVE IT!

For My Sam

Kidzui - Internet Browser For Kids

If you're kids are like most, they spend as much time on the internet as you do (maybe more!). With summer break rapidly approaching, they'll have even more time to spend cruising the net. I have always had Favorite sites folders for my kids so they knew what sites were OK for them to visit, and that worked for quite some time.  Earlier this year they discovered the joys of YouTube.  This is when things started to get weird.  Suddenly they were no longer content to just go to their Favorites, they wanted to check out funny videos on YouTube.  Now, if you've ever been on YouTube you know that there are indeed tons of funny videos out there.  Unfortunately, there are also TONS of videos that are NOT kid-appropriate.  I had mistakenly been lulled into thinking that if they just searched for certain things (like Spongebob, or kitties) that they would only see appropriate videos.  WRONG!  BIG mistake.  It is shocking (to me at least) how quickly a simple search for Spongebob can turn into all sorts of wrongness.  Apparently there are people who like to take traditional children's cartoons and "overdub" their own commentary.  THIS is where we rapidly realized that YouTube is a dangerous place for kids left unsupervised.

Enter KidZui.  We stumbled upon this merely by accident, and it has been a lifesaver.  Really and truly.  This is an internet browser specifically FOR KIDS.  The content is changed out daily, and is updated with games, cool website and YouTube videos that are all kid-friendly.  There is no way your child can do an innocent search for one thing, and end up viewing something entirely different.  Best of all, it is completely FREE.  Go HERE for a simple download and you will be quickly on your way.

Another feature I like is that parents can create a separate account for each child, so your older child will see content that is appropriate for their age, and not visible to your youngest kiddo.  NICE!  They'll even send you a weekly report showing you what your child viewed.  I love it, and highly recommend it!  No, I am not getting paid to talk about this product.  I just use it myself, and thought you might find it helpful.

Free Studio Movie Grill Passes

Studio Movie Grill is at it again - giving away ten Admit Two movie passes every hour of every day between now and May 2nd.  To get free passes, you'll have to be quick (get to their site a few minutes before the hour and keep refreshing).  HERE'S THE LINK on facebook.  Of course you will have to "like" them first, but who doesn't like free movie passes?!  Good luck!  Let me know if you score!

All You Tablet Edition

Do you have an All You subscription?  I've had one for a few years and LOVE it.  It's filled with great recipes and articles on how to save money and maximize your household income.  Did I mention all the high value exclusive coupons?  Well it just got better - subscribers can get the Tablet Edition FREE for the length of your subscription.  Click HERE to get your FREE Tablet Edition of All You.

Snikiddy Snacks $1.00 Off Coupon

Snikiddy Snacks are a yummy alternative to traditional chips.  Click HERE to score a $1.00 Off Coupon!  My oldest LOVES their Grilled Cheese Puffs!

Free Betty Crocker e-Book Download

I LOVE downloading recipe e-books - it's soooooo convenient to set my tablet on the kitchen counter, and pull up my favorite recipe to review while I'm cooking!  Head HERE to download a free copy of The Best Of Betty Crocker 2011 e-book.  You can't go wrong with Betty!

$0.75 GoGo squeeZ Coupon

UPDATE:  This coupon is still available! When I put applesauce cups in Zach's lunch he won't touch it.  Even though he LOVES applesauce (I have stopped trying to understand this kid's motives!).  But when I put one of these GoGo squeeZ applesauce's in his box he eats it EVERY single time.  Whatever works, right?  I get these at Tom Thumb on sale all the time 2/$4.  Go the to GoGo squeeZ facebook page and "like" them, and you'll be able to print out a coupon to Save $0.75.  Not a bad deal!

Ink Garden Deals

Just A Few More Days To Take $2 Off Anything At Snapily (ends 3/30)

This Is Pretty Cool

Trademark Home™ LED Writing Board Today's Save:$12 for an LED-illuminated message board, shipping included

Personal Sized Baked Oatmeal

 

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My family sounds JUST LIKE the Sugar Free Mom!  My boys all like oatmeal, which is GREAT, the only problem is that nobody likes it the same way.  Some like sweets like chocolate chips in it, I like nuts in mine, Zach prefers raisins.  This fab recipe for Personal Sized Baked Oatmeal is a fab fix for that problem - make a few "custom" oatmeals for everybody, bake 'em up, then pop in the freezer.  A few seconds in the microwave, and everybody's got a nice healthy warm breakfast in the morning.  BRILLIANT!

FREE Valspar Paint Starter Kit

REMINDER:  If you haven't already, there are just a few more days left to get this Valspar FREE Paint Starter Kit!  Head to the Valspar facebook page to request yours.  It starts every day at 9:00 AM CST.  I've already received mine, and it's really NICE, and includes a $5 coupon.

Possible $0.25 Frozen Strawberry Lemonade At McDonald's Tomorrow

UPDATE:  I believe this must be a regional offer.  I don't think McDonald's in Texas are participating.
Rumors are swirling that tomorrow, March 28th McDonald's will be celebrating Frozen Lemonade Day (see, there really IS a day for everything!) with $0.25 Frozen Strawberry Lemonades.  The promo is supposed to happen from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM, and no coupon is necessary.  I'm looking for confirmation from McDonald's now....I'll give you an update tomorrow.  Fingers crossed this one happens - they're YUMMY!
Thanks, A Proverbs Wife!  

This One Hits Too Close To Home!

OK....which of you boys hijacked the blog?!!?!?!??

The World's First Edible Cookbook

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This has absolutely nothing to do with couponing, and I assure you you won't find a DEAL on this book anytime soon!  Just thought it was cool, and wanted to share.  That's what we do here, right?  Korefe has designed the first and only cookbook you can actually read, cook and eat.  Made out of 100% fresh pasta, it is designed to be opened, filled with ingredients and cooked.  It's packaged as classic Lasagna.  The Cookbook (as it's known) is a special edition from the Gerstenberg Publishing House, which specializes in high-quality culinary and art books.  Pretty cool!

Mossimo Twist & Wrap Dress - $19 + FREE SHIPPING

OK, I am LOVING this dress for summer!  Head to Target and snag this cute little number for just $19!  It gets better - this is part of today's Daily Deals, which means it will ship for FREE!
HURRY, as this will go fast!

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Jergens Natural Glow Facebook Launch - all day

Today's the day!  Jergen's is officially launching their new Natural Glow & Protect Moisturizer.  They have events and giveaways planned all day, so keep an eye on their facebook wall.  If you "like" them, you will be able to see updates easier.  They're kicking it off with FREE Samples.  Go HERE to request yours.

New Blockbuster Express Rental Code

$12 For $24 To Spend At Texas Roadhouse

How does 1/2 price steaks, ribs & more sound?  KGB Deals has a HOT voucher today.  $12 gets you $24 to spend at Texas Roadhouse.  NOTE:  This is valid at the Flower Mound location ONLY.  

New Taco Cabana Coupons

Taco Cabana has released a bunch of two coupons.  Go HERE to print them all on one page.  Head HERE to find a Taco Cabana near you.  Available coupons include:

• Two Can Dine For $9.99 (valid thru 4/15/12)
• Buy One Flauta Plate, Get One For $1.00 (Valid thru 3/29/12)
• Buy One Steak Street Taco Plate, Get One For $1.00 (Valid thru 3/26/12 thru 4/1/12)
• Buy One Fajita Taco Plate, Get One For $1.00 (Valid thru 4/2/12 thru 4/8/12)
• Buy One Brisket Taco Plate, Get One For $1.00 (Valid thru 4/9/12 thru 4/15/12)

Save $1 On Nestle Easter Buddies Cookies

Head to the Nestle Toll House facebook page to snag a HIGH Value coupon to Save $1.00 on one Easter Buddies Sugar Cookies.  We got TONS of these super-cheap after Valentine's Day.  They're really easy, and the kids love 'em.  I sandwiched two together with some frosting in the middle.  Added sprinkles around the sides, and they looked fancy.  They disappeared quickly, so they must have been pretty tasty!

Did You Get Your Free Card Yet?

If you didn't get one yesterday, today is the LAST DAY, Cardstore.com is giving away 50,000 FREE Easter cards.  Simply pick out your card, personalize it with your favorite photos, and enter promo code CCE2326 at checkout.  Your card AND shipping will be FREE.  Click on the banner above to choose your card!

Dickie's Porktastic Tuesdays

Today is the last time to take advantage of Porktastic Tuesdays at Dickie's Barbecue Pit !  Every Tuesday in March you can get a BOGO FREE Sandwich .  Pulled Pork Big Barbecue Sandwiches only. Makes for a super-cheap (and tasty) lunch!  No coupon necessary.

Tips For Successful STAAR Testing

 

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My boys are taking the STAAR tests this week (it's a BIG deal!).  North Texas Kids has a nice article on 10 Tips For A Successful STAAR Testing Week.  Most of it is pretty predictable - but I did find two ideas that were worth noting:

• Surprise them with an encouraging note in their lunchbox.
• Go to the Dollar Store and buy a couple of fun, colorful pencils.  LOVE THIS ONE!

$5 Off $25+ At Outback When You Order Online

Order Outback Steakhouse ONLINE and Save $5 Off Any Order Over $25.  Simply use promo code OFFER when you check out.  Offer valid thru 4/3/12.  Not valid on dine-in or in conjunction with any other coupon or discount.  We just ordered thru their Curbside Takeaway Service 2 weeks ago, and it was easy peasy!

$1/2 Peeps Coupon

 

UPDATE: While you're at it, go ahead and STACK this manufacturer coupon with the $0.50/1 Target coupon found HERE (if you're buying the chocolate dipped ones)! 
Be forewarned - this site is running REALLY slow right now!  Head to the Peeps facebook page (seriously, EVERYBODY has a facebook page these days - even marshmallow chicks!) and print a HOT coupon to Save $1.00 on 2 packages of Peeps.  Be sure & print this one off, as I will be posting some CUTE ideas for using Peeps in the next few weeks.  You won't want to miss out!  It's a bricks, so you can print TWO.

Thanks, One Momma Saving Money!

Parmesan Baked Potato Halves

 

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Who wants to volunteer to come over and cook me up some of these for lunch?  (Don't all raise your hands at once, now!)  These Parmesan Baked Potato Halves look so delish.  I would substitute the Sour Cream for Ranch dippin' sauce, though (It's a Texas thing).  Head to Favorite Family Recipes for....well, the recipe.