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Meal Planning and Kroger Shopping

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This week Kroger wins the shopping game! Take the time this week to shop the sales. With prices this low, you will definitely want to stock up on these deals at Kroger! Check our our local ad (make sure you view your area-specific ad, as prices may be different) for April 11-April 17 and their 3 day sale, April 13-15. On sale for 3 days only! April 13 -15 Time to

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DIY Homemade Magic Eraser Recipe

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DIY Homemade Magic Eraser Recipe My fascination with Magic Erasers started when I had kids.  Those kids always seem to make the biggest messes and the sponges never let me down.  But, the sponges seem to disintegrate very quickly when being used.  I found myself buying them weekly at the grocery store.  In my frugal nature, I decided to see how I could save some money on the product that

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Menu for the Week – Kroger Shopping

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So many deals, so little time! This weeks meal plan is made from deals found in the Kroger ad. Check the April 4-April 10, 2018 Kroger ad here (Consult your local ad, as prices may vary.). Make sure to use the Kroger app or go to Kroger.com to load your digital coupons onto your Kroger Card to utilize the 4 Days Only Digital Deals that we have used to create

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DIY Shampoo

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DIY Shampoo is an easy and inexpensive way to make sure you know exactly what ingredients are in your hair care products.  These shampoos and “conditioners” are very simple to make and effective to use.  They will not be “creamy” or solid, so I use them in a spray bottle.  They will lather, but the mixture itself will be runny.  My favorite is the Peppermint Shampoo and I even add

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The Greatest Gift of All …… TIME

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The Greatest Gift of All …… TIME Yes, I have issues with people being late. Let’s say it is one of my pet peeves. I usually give a 15 minute window and then walk away. You might think that sounds harsh but let me explain….. When I think back to my childhood, I remember how much time I had with my parents. I had dinner every night with smiles and

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11 April Fools Day Pranks

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April Fools Day Pranks that you can Pull on Your Kids April Fools is one of the best days of the year!  It is always a challenge to come up with a fresh idea of a prank that has not already been done in our house. Wrap the Toilet Seat with Plastic Wrap Cover the Door Way with Plastic Wrap Smear a small spot of Nutella on the Toilet Seat

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Four Turkey Dinners for Less Than $40!

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Less than $40 for Four Ground Turkey Crock Pot Meals At my house, dinner time is always the busiest time of day.  From running around, driving to and from practices and trying to get dinner on the table, sometimes I feel as though I am going to lose it!  While at the grocery store, I saw a really good deal on Butterball Ground Turkey 93% Lean 7% Fat.  I went ahead

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Different Ways to Save on Everything

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There is always a way to pay less for the items you want. If you are not aware of a sale going on in a particular store, ask the manager or a sales associate. It never hurts to ask. You may be pleasantly surprised. Gift Cards: 1. Take advantage of earning free gift cards when grocery stores offer a coupon for transferred prescriptions. 2. Purchase Restaurant.com gift cards at a

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Menu Planning and Deals

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Aldi won out for the best grocery deals this week. Make sure to bring your own shopping bags and a quarter to rent your grocery cart. Check out these deals.  We created the weekly menu utilizing these great prices. Check out our local Aldi’s online circular. $1.99 California Kiwi 99 Cent Strawberries $1.99 per lb St. Louis Pork Spareribs $1.45 Chicken Breast 99 cents 5 lb bag Red Potatoes 79 cent

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Monthly Guide: Best Time to Shop for Deals

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This is a month to month list that will help you find the best time to buy what you want.  I know it sounds funny, but the time of year you choose to buy that new TV really does matter.  You can save a lot by purchasing your products at the right time.  This will help you along the way. January: After Christmas Clearance sales of decorations, gift sets and

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Hurry Deal Alert: Free Ion Hair Care Packette From Sally Beauty

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This deal is Only good from  March 9th through March 12th, 2018! Hurry on over to Sally Beauty to find some great deals on hair care.  I love this place and I can always find exactly what I am looking for.  They also carry a “generic” line that I love to grab when they have an awesome sale. Enter code 444726 and get a Free Ion Hair Care Packette.  Don’t

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Weekly Menu and Deals Plus Houston Life TV Segment

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There are so many deals for this week that we are bringing our weekly meal plan to you early! Also, Nora will be featured on Houston Life (KPRC-Click2Houston – watch live through this link to Houston Life) on Wednesday, March 7, 2018 between 1:00 and 2:00 pm CST talking about ways to save at the grocery store! This week H-E-B wins the great price game.  They sometimes have different sales

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