Thought for Today ~ De-Clutter for the New Year!

Have Internet Freebies taken over your home? It's time to clean house and start the new year on the organized freebie track.

Find out how: http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/98768/are_internet_freebies_taking_over_your.html

Deal of the Day

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Thought for Today ~ Deterring Identity Theft

The beginning of the new year is a great time to get organized. With a few simple steps, you can take measures to keep your records in order and your identity safe. The few minutes it takes you will be well worth the peace of mind!

The Best Steps for Deterring Identity Theft http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/98762/the_best_steps_for_deterring_identity.html

Deal of the Day ~ Coupon Codes for Holiday Photos

Kodak EasyShare Gallery http://www.kodakgallery.com/ Use Code POSTMYPHOTOS for 20% off your order, or Code WEB2CELL for Free Cell Phone Wallpaper when you purchase $5 or more in prints.

Snapfish http://www.snapfish.com Use Code SH25AFF11 for FREE Shipping on Up to twenty-five 4x6 prints, Use Code AFFOFF2506 for $5 off any order over $25, or Use Code FREESHIPJAN for FREE Shipping on up to one hundredd 4x6 prints.

PhotoWorks http://www.photoworks.com Use Code C621-38-5104-91 for 25 FREE Prints (my be new customers only,) or C851-38-5145-21 for 15% off Photo Books, Keepsakes, Calendars, and Photo Cards


Freebies & Fun

FREE Subscription to Dog's Life Magazine http://www.beneful.com/dogslife/Subscribe.aspx

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Holiday Clearances

50% off at Godiva www.godiva.com

Up to 75% off at Bath and Body Works www.bathandbodyworks.com

FREE Shipping and Holiday Sales at Avon www.Avon.com Use Code CONFETTI

Year-end Clearance at Yankee Candle www.yankeecandle.com

60% off Sale at LLBean www.llbean.com, Use Code 2324840 for FREE Shipping
Thought of the Day: Frugal Fix

If your dishwasher is anything like mine, you may find that it doesn't always get your dishes as clean as you'd like. This may not be your dishwashers fault. It could simply be that your washer arms are clogged with mineral deposits.

Sprinkle baking soda over the washer arms, making sure that the baking soda goes directly into the holes. Pour white vinegar over the arms and allow the mixture to bubble. When the bubbling stops, run the rinse cycle on your machine, and voila! Clean, clear washer arms mean cleaner dishes for you!

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Free sample of Zhena's Gypsy Tea
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Free Pur Minerals sample
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Free Arm & Hammer Advanced White sample
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Free Prilosec OTC sample
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Free subscription to Tips & Tricks magazine (FreeBizMag)
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Free Nix Comb sample kit
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Free Purina Naturals Cat Food sample
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Free stickers and magnets from Foodler
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Creme Savers Instant Win Game
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Free Tazo Tea sample from Quality Health
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Free Pork Chomps sample
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Wishing you a safe, happy, and healthy holiday weekend!

PS: Be sure to visit us next week... We'll return after Christmas with the best tips, freebies, and post-holiday deals!

Love from,

Maureen and Barb
Thought of the Day: Trifle!

Looking for a beautiful and simple dessert this holiday season? A trifle may be just what you are looking for. Layered in a clear dish or bowl, these desserts are elegant and delicious!

Here are a few delicious trifles you may want to try this holiday season:

Black Forest Trifle

2 packages brownies (prepared)
1/2 cup Rum or as desired
2 cans Cherry pie filling (19 oz)

***CHOCOLATE CUSTARD***
2 packages Chocolate pudding & pie Filling, cookable
4 tablespoons Cocoa (unsweetened)2 cups Whipping cream
6 tablespoons Sugar
1 teaspoon Vanilla
Maraschino cherries

Note: you can make your own brownies or use chocolate muffins or cupcakes.

Pudding: follow directions adding cocoa, cook until thick. Cool. Cut brownies into 1 inch cubes; line bottom of 2 quart bowl of trifle dish with brownie cubes; sprinkle with 2-4 tbsp. rum.
Spoon half of cherry pie filling over brownies; top with half of chocolate pudding. Repeat procedure with remaining brownies, rum, pie filling and pudding. Cover and chill.

Beat whipping cream until foamy; gradually add sugar and vanilla, beating until soft peaks form. Spread over custard; garnish with maraschino cherries.

Chocolate Trifle

1 (19.8 ounce) package brownie mix
1 (3.9 ounce) package instant chocolate pudding mix
1/2 cup water
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 (12 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 (1.5 ounce) bar chocolate candy


Prepare brownie mix according to package directions and cool completely. Cut into 1 inch squares. In a large bowl, combine pudding mix, water and sweetened condensed milk. Mix until smooth, then fold in 8 ounces whipped topping until no streaks remain.

In a trifle bowl or glass serving dish, place half of the brownies, half of the pudding mixture and half of the 12 ounce container of whipped topping. Repeat layers. Shave chocolate onto top layer for garnish. Refrigerate 8 hours before serving.

Raspberry Trifle

1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1/4 cup white sugar
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 cup white sugar
1 (10.75 ounce) package prepared pound cake
2 (10 ounce) packages frozen raspberries, thawed
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting


In a medium bowl, beat cream with 1/4 cup sugar until stiff peaks form. In another bowl, cream together cream cheese, lemon juice, vanilla and 1/2 cup sugar. Fold 2 cups of whipped cream into cream cheese mixture. Reserve remaining whipped cream.

Slice pound cake into 18 - 1/2 inch slices. Drain raspberries, reserving juice. Line the bottom of a 3 quart glass bowl or trifle bowl with one-third of the cake slices. Drizzle with some raspberry juice. Spread one-fourth of the cream cheese mixture over cake. Sift one-fourth of the cocoa over that. Sprinkle with one-third of the raspberries. Repeat layers twice.

Top with remaining cream cheese mixture, whipped cream and sifted cocoa. Cover and refrigerate 4 hours before serving.

Mmmmm, mmmmmm! Bad for the waistline, sure, but great for the soul. ;)

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Free Sample f Dove Advanced Care From WalMart
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Thought of the Day: Traveling

Are you traveling this holiday season? Let's face it, unless you have a 4 door sled, and 8 flying reindeer, holiday travel is tough! We'd like to share a few tips with you to help de-stress your holiday travel plans, ensuring happy holidays for all.
  • Pack Smartly Don't wait until the last minute to pack. Take mix and match outfits, and plan your needs long before you open that suitcase. Remember, the less you take, the easier that suitcase is to cart around.
  • Get Some Rest! Don't burn the candle at both ends, like so many of us do, leading up to the holidays. This is bound to leave you tired and crabby, making you a less than perfect travel companion. Be sure to get plenty of sleep leading up to your traveling days. Everyone will thank you. ;)
  • Book A Room While this may not be the most frugal way to travel, sometimes it is the sanest. Even if friends and/or family have offered to put you up, think long and hard before you accept. Sometimes it's nice to have a place that allows you to escape the hectic holiday atmosphere. A little peace and quiet can be worth its weight in gold.
  • What Am I Forgetting? Don't forget your prescription medications and your medical insurance cards- you never know when you might find yourself in a difficult situation. Take your emergency numbers with you, and let your neighbors know you will be out of town. Don't forget to charge your cell phone, and be sure you have a charger that will work in your vehicle, just in case.
  • Timing Is Everything Watch you departure and arrival times, to be sure that they do not correspond with rush hour either at home, or at your destination. The last thing anyone wants to be doing before the holidays is sitting in bumper to bumper traffic.
  • Stop Often If you are taking a long car trip, be sure to stop every couple of hours to stretch your legs and back.
  • I Can't Travel Anymore Can't travel? Host the holidays at your house and bring your family to you. Have the meal catered, or head out to a favorite restaurant. It's not what or where you eat, but the family traditions we create through the years that matter. If you can't manage the old traditions, start new ones!

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Free Barrell of Plochman's Mustard for a Photo
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Thought of the Day: Frugal Frugal Frugal!

Need some last minute inexpensive gift ideas?? Here's a few suggestions that will keep you within your budget while making everyone on your list smile!
  • Frame your child's artwork for grandma
  • Homemade, a nice spread- be sure to include a handwritten recipe
  • Pretty stationary and a book of stamps
  • A pepper mill and fresh peppercorns
  • Movie theater gift certificates
  • Fill a basket with inexpensive bath soaps and shower pouf
  • Gourmet popcorn and flavored oil
  • Muffin mixes and a muffin tin
  • Extra warm fuzzy socks (usually under $10)
  • Prepaid long distance phone cards
  • Video rental certificates
  • Pretty glass jar filled with candies
  • Craft supplies

Check out your local dollar store for baskets or decorative boxes to help pull some of these ideas together. You'd be surprised what a well thought out, and beautifully presented gift, can mean to people- regardless of the cost.

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~Free sample of Dove Nourishing Hand Wash
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~Free Aspirin Sample from CardioEA
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~Free Coffee Sample and Travel Guide
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~Gamefly Instant Win Game
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Thought of the Day: Mailing Deadlines

Still need to get your Christmas cards out? Haven't mailed that package to your Aunt Mary yet? Check out this article for this holiday seasons mailing deadlines, you may still have time. :)

http://articles.moneycentral.msn.com/Investing/Extra/HolidayMailingCrunchHasStarted.aspx

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Register at CooksCentral for a Chance to Win a Kitchen Aid Mixer!
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Free Purell Sample (From Quality Health)
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Thought for Today ~ Twenty Sexy Resolutions to Make this Year

(Okay, so this deviates a little from frugal living, but a little spice is good too!)

For over two thousand years people have been making New Year’s resolutions. Many use the marking of the New Year to break bad habits or begin healthier ones. Some reflect on the past year and think about renewal or improvements for the year ahead.

This year, while you’re mulling over or writing down your resolutions to exercise more, stick to a budget, or find a new job-why not add a new resolution?-one that will be easy to keep.

Read the rest of the article here: http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/97502/twenty_sexy_resolutions_to_make_this.html

Freebies & Fun

FREE Printable Monopoly Money http://www.hasbro.com/monopoly/pl/page.treasurechest/dn/default.cfm

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FREE 2007 Desk Calendar from Lenska http://www.lenska.com/ (May be CA only)

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FREE Downloads from Ashley Simpson http://www.last.fm/music/Ashlee+Simpson/I+Am+Me

FREE Sample of Metamucil https://metamucil.com/cgi-bin/sampleRequest.cgi
Thought of the Day: Homemade Holiday Gifts

Sometimes our holiday shopping lists seem endless. Person after person to buy gifts for- family, friends, bus drivers and teachers. The money- oh the money we spend! Here are a few gift ideas that won't break the bank, and since they are made with love, they really are priceless.

Bean Bags and Sachets
http://familyfun.go.com/arts-and-crafts/season/feature/famf127lastmin/famf127lastmin4.html

Custom Coasters
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Mouse Pad
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Family Photo Books
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Key Holder
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Personalized Magnets
http://jas.familyfun.go.com/arts-and-crafts?page=CraftDisplay&craftid=10516

Bath salts
http://www.saltworks.us/salt_info/si_MakingBathSalts.asp

Brownie mix in a jar
http://busycooks.about.com/od/homemademixes/r/browniemixinjar.htm

Cookie mix in a jar
http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Cookie-in-a-Jar/Detail.aspx

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Free Tazo Tea Sample from Quality Health
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Free Pedigree Puppy Pack
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Free Subscription to Computer Shopper (FreeBizMag)
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Free Doggie Dental Care Package From Greenies
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Thought for Today ~ Work At Home Jobs : Call Center Representative

Do you enjoy helping others? Do you have a gift for gab? Do you have pockets of quiet time available to talk on the phone? Then, you may want to consider employment with a call center service.

This growing field of opportunity for the at-home worker typically involves answering in-coming calls ranging from taking customer product orders to coordinating maintenance repair services. Many companies will allow you to work as little as fifteen minutes a day to full-time hours each week.

Read the rest of the article here (includes a listing of companies who hire At Home Call Center Representatives): http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/96111/work_at_home_job_facts_call_center.html

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FREE Sample of Olay Definity https://olaydefinity.offerprocessingcenter.com/?source=Olaycomsamples
Thought for The Day ~ Plan To Shed a Few Pounds for the New Year?

To quote an article from USA Today, “Americans in huge numbers — 15 million to 30 million, industry watchers say — are tossing medical caveats aside and shedding weight on low-carb, high-protein diets.”

The statistics are staggering but let’s face it, while low-carb appears to be the current path to follow diet-wise, the products hitting the market are less than pocketbook friendly. When a box of Twinkies® is half the price of a box of CarbWell® bars, how does a person living on a tuna budget afford a lobster low-carb lifestyle?

Read the rest of the article here: http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/94434/the_frugal_gals_guide_to_lowcarb_dieting.html

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FREE "Let's Play Together" Magnet from Playskool http://reg.hasbro.com/playskool/magnet/
FREE Personalized Gift Labels for Chivas Regal®, The Glenlivet®, Jacob's Creek®, Kahlua®, Mumm Napa® and Wild Turkey® Russell’s Reserve bottles http://yourgiftlabel.com/

FREE Personalized Stickers from National Health http://stickers.lbl.gov/index.html
Deals of the Day

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12 Days of Christmas Deals at Overstock.com http://www.overstock.com/

Save Up to 80% on Holiday Gifts at Readers Digest http://www.rdstore.com/group.cfm?gid=6&ah=1

Buy 1 Get 1 FREE Carebears at KB Toys http://www.kbtoys.com/PromoBuilder.html/promoID/2558/WSSN/EN12_CareBears?lid=EN12_CareBears&lpos=EN12&_e=4576e&_v=4576EF02ycwaaE5C8E86066D

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FREE Samples of Candies Perfume http://www.candies.com/

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Thought for Today ~ Questions About The Mom's Guide

Did you know you could email author, Barb Webb with any questions you have about
The Mom's Guide to Earning and Saving Thousands on the Internet, or even ask related questions on Frugal Living topics?

Just email
barbwebbauthor@yahoo.com

Deals of the Day

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Monopoly "Here & Now" for $15.97 Shipped at Walmart
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$5 First Time Customer Discount at Family Video, use Code NEWMEM96
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Special Gifts ~ Give The Gift of Cash & Savings

If you are looking for a special gift for a friend who could use a little income boost, consider gifting a copy of The Mom's Guide to Earning and Saving Thousands on the Internet this year. You know you've already dog-eared your copy so share the wealth with other moms :)

If you would like to give an extra special autographed copy, email barbwebbauthor@yahoo.com for full details. We'll even gift wrap and send directly to your recipients.

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FREE Sample of Aquaphor Healing Ointment http://www.eucerinus.com/aquaphor_newsletter0506/

FREE Sample of Gingerbread Body Wash and Lotion http://www.jason-natural.com/familycircle/

FREE Sample of Zhong Guo Cha Tea https://secure.worldsourceintl.com/

FREE Kidney Awareness Bracelet http://davita.com/members/registration_form.cfm?p=braceletPromotion0605

FREE Cherry Recipe Cards http://www.cherrymkt.org/consumers/Promo_order_form.php

FREE Sample of Jovan Pink Musk http://www.jovanpinkmusk.com/freesample/jovanpinkfreesample.html
Deals of the Day

40 AA and 10 AAA Alkaline Battery Package for $8.99 at Batteries.com http://www.batteries.com/productprofile.asp?appid=383274

ToysRUs Barbie Upright Piano with Bench on Sale for $19.98 (Was $49.99) PLUS if you need more Barbie items Save $10 on any Barbie or My Scene toy purchase of $50 or more http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2264920&siteID=fAGTLOA2sUk-8czQi7A8I.J3.ZW.hxuVww

$10 off Bras Plus FREE Panty (Black or White colors only) at with Purchase as Victorias Secret, Use Coupon Code: SPECIAL http://www.victoriassecret.com/

LeapFrog LeapPad Learning System plus 2 Spanish Books for $19.99 Shipped at KB Toys http://www.kbtoys.com/genProduct.html/PID/4741588/ctid/17/INstock/Y/D/ (Item number 864666)

Holiday Cheer

Xerox is sponsoring a "Let's Say Thanks" program for our US troops currently serving in Iraq during the holidays.

Visit http://www.letssaythanks.com to pick out a design and message of your choice to be sent to a soldier.

Note: You are not able to designate who receives the postcard, but it will go to a member of the US Armed Services.

Please take a moment to let our soldiers know we care about them.

Freebies & Fun

FREE Bag of Purina One Pet Food http://www.purinaone.com/tvchallenge/intro.htm

COUPON: Printable Coupon for a FREE Bubble Calculator at Staples http://e.staples-deals.com/staplespages/coupon/default.asp?a=3e&e=431%3C35%3A%1F&c=7840441255870243&g=loudrjz&t=v%3A

FREE Sample of Swiffer Duster http://www.startsampling.com/partners/drugstore1/

FREE Coupons from Swiffer, Cascade, and other Products http://www.startsampling.com/sm/19781/quickQuestion.iphtml?item=19781&source=MRCLEANAPC

FREE Sample of Orville Redenbacher's Smart Pop Popcorn http://walmart.triaddigital.com/enhancedrendercontent_ektid10000.aspx

FREE Naruto 2 Demo Disc for Nintendo Gamecube http://www.gamepro.com/naruto2/
Deals of the Day

Office Depot is featuring a number of promo items http://www.officedepot.com/promo/list.do?listtype=MD

$5 Magazine Subscription Sale from Hearst Magazines- includes O, The Oprah Magazine, Cosmopolitan, Good Housekeeping, and Popular Mechanic https://subscribe.hearstmags.com/multititle/goodhousekeeping/QXEE001/GXEE001

Save $15 off of $45 at Yankee Candle (through Dec 10)
Use Code XF611A6 http://www.yankeecandle.com/cgi-bin/ycbvp/retail.jsp


Freebies & Fun!

FREE 2007 Calendar from Wildlife Gifts http://www.wildlifegifts.com/calendar.lasso

FREE 2007 Calendar from Classy Chicken http://www.classychicken.com/freecalendar.php

FREE Samples from Monistat https://www.monistat.com/soothingcare/request_sample.jsp

FREE Subscription to 'Dogs Life' Magazine http://www.beneful.com/dogslife/

FREE "Moms Kit" from Pfizer, Dial 1-800-223-0182, Press Option 5 for Promotions, Ask for the New Mother's Kit

FREE Baby Magic Newsletter http://www.playtexbaby.com/babymagic/

FREE Printable Bakers Joys Holiday Gift Cards With Recipes http://www.bakersjoy.com/promos-bjfy.html

FREE Pork Recipe Booklets http://www.theotherwhitemeat.com/aspx/brochure/brochureList.aspx

Note from Barb

I'm back on! After weeks of waiting to establish new internet service, the day has finally arrived- hurray!

Stay tuned for freebies and fun tonight....

Hope everyone had a blessed and safe Thanksgiving!

Hugs,
Barb
Today's FREEBIES & FUN!

CONTEST: Coke College Challenge Contest http://www.cokecollegechallenge.com/guesthome.do

FREE Movies Passes for a Screening of "Fast Food Nation" (Select areas) http://www.wildaboutmovies.com/screenings/FastFoodNationFreeAdvanceMovieScreenings.php

FREE Sample of Tasters Choice Coffee http://www.tasterschoice.com/p/sample/

FREE Nestle "Lactose Tolerance Kit" http://www.lactosetolerance.org/joinus.aspx

FREE Sample of 3M Pet Care Dental Care Treat http://www.3m.com/us/home_leisure/petcare/petcare_register.html

OFFER: Sign up for Your Chance to Host a Healthy Holiday House Party http://www.houseparty.com/healthyholiday

FREE Muggsy's Meadows CD Rom http://www.muggsysmeadow.com/

FREE 1 Year Subscription to PC Magazine http://www.pc.magazine-survey.com/

FREE Sample of Crystal Light http://www.qualityhealth.com/psp/registration.jspa?rf=11958&eadvPID=CD128

FREE Diva In A Box Hair Color Sample http://www.divainabox.com/request.html
Article for Today ~ The Truth About Free Credit Reports

Read the article here... http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/81554/the_truth_about_free_credit_reports.html

Freebies & Fun

FREE Sample of Arm & Hammer Toothpaste http://www.ahtoothpaste.com/

FREE First Aid Kit http://www.medicalcentermckinney.com/welcome/

FREE Sample of Wee Wee Pads for Pets http://www.premiumunderpads.com/form.html

FREE Sample of Oil of Olay Definity https://olaydefinity.offerprocessingcenter.com/?source=Olaycomsamples

FREE Sample of Noxzema Triple Clean Blackhead Cleanser https://noxzemasamples.offerprocessingcenter.com/

(I'll be back with more freebies and fun after the move, but thought I'd snead a few in for you! Enjoy!)
Note from Barb

Well, the day has finally arrived- we will be moving into a new home this weekend- hurray! What that means though, is the blog may be a little sporatic over the next two weeks and we may miss a few days.

I'll be back to regular posting along with Maureen shortly, though. Thanks for your understanding in the interim!

Thought for Today ~ Frugal Scrapbook Ideas

Consumers spend billions of dollars on scrap-booking supplies each year. While the products seem to be more enticing than ever, the craft can certainly put a strain the best of budgets. Before you purchase your next expensive piece of paper, embellishments, or brads, consider these thrifty alternatives instead.

Read the rest of the article here: http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/80378/frugal_scrapbook_ideas.html

Freebies & Fun

FREE Sample of Sensodyne Toothpaste http://us.sensodyne.com/registration.promo

FREE Sample of Vitabath Shimmering Body Lotion http://www.myexpressives.com/email_subscribe.aspx?emailid=

FREE Coupons and Cleaning Tips from Mr. Clean http://www.homemadesimple.com/sites/en_US/mrclean/index.shtml?subscriber=1

FREE GingerBread Tea Sample http://www.teachef.com/request_sample.html

COUPON: Free Printable Coupon for Robitussin http://www.robitussin.com/formula/index.asp (Find your formula and then it will take you to the coupon.)

FREE Underground Hip-Hop Stickers http://www.undergroundhiphop.com/freestickers.asp

FREE Sample of Total Effects Cleansing Cloths http://www.total-effects.com/sample/OLD_GATOR_clothsample.shtml

FREE Sample of Hallmark Holiday Cards http://walmart.triaddigital.com/enhancedrendercontent_ektid8886.aspx
Holidays in Lexington

If you are going to be in or around the Lexington, KY area this holiday season, you may find these holiday guides useful:

Eight Great Christmas Attractions for Children in Lexington http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/80464/eight_great_christmas_attractions_for.html

Light Up Your Holidays in Lexington http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/80421/light_up_your_holidays_in_lexington.html

Enjoy the season!

Freebies & Fun

FREE Sample of Dove Hand Wash http://www.startsampling.com/sm/20304/captureAddress.iphtml?item=20304&source=dove_com

FREE Sample of Degree Deodorant http://www.degreedeodorant.com/women/women_home.html

FREE Sample of Tide Simple Pleasures http://walmart.triaddigital.com/enhancedrendercontent_ektid7434.aspx

Four FREE Issues of TIME Magazine https://subs.timeinc.net/TD/tdtest_56for20.jhtml;jsessionid=5OE2W5CJ300RQQHMGARRHOQexperience_id=139080&source_id=14&_requestid=277068&_requestid=277068

FREE Sample of Calgon Mmmmm! Vanilla Swirl Body Mist http://www.startsampling.com/sm/21161/captureAddress.iphtml?item=21161&source=

FREE Chandon Champagne Stopper http://www.mhusasurvey.com/chandon/EU1104/

FREE Bicycle Training DVD http://www.trainright.com/info.asp?action=display&uid=2718

FREE Child Safety Kit http://ga0.org/campaign/enewsletter_child_safety_kit
Thought of the Day ~ Cool Money Tools

There are so many cool calculators available on the Internet helping you determine everything from how much you can save out of your income, to how much house you can afford.

Here are a few calculators you may find fun and/or interesting as well:

Stay at Home? Or Back to Work?
http://moneycentral.msn.com/investor//calcs/n_spwk/main.asp

Savings Calculator
http://moneycentral.msn.com/Investor//calcs/n_savapp/main.asp

What is Your Time Worth?
http://moneycentral.msn.com/investor/calcs/n_time/main.asp

Life Insurance Needs Estimator
http://moneycentral.msn.com/investor/calcs/n_life/main.asp

Freebies & Fun

Redken Sample for Professionals
http://survey.behindthechair.com/RedkenHaircolor11106.aspx

Free Copy of The Real Deal Activity Book
http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/conline/pubs/young/realdeal.htm

Free Address Labels
http://www.cff.org/GetInvolved/MailingLabels/

Godiva Chocolates In-Store Sampling Events
http://www.godiva.com/boutique/happenings.aspx

Free Naruto2 Demo Disc for GameCube
http://www.gamepro.com/naruto2/

Free 1 Year Subscription to Premier Magazine from FreeBizMag
http://www.freebizmag.com/brpremiere01welcome.htm

Nestle's Coupon (Very Best Kids)
http://www.eversave.com/eversave/consumers/VBK-MiniFlow47.jsp?cid=62&dts=true&sourceid=19815&siteid=CD4009&clientid=CD4009

Free Arbor Day Poster
http://www.arborday.org/Shopping/Merchandise/MerchDetail.cfm?id=137

Free Bic Lighter
http://biclighterpromo.com/

Free Brochures from The Daily Pork
http://www.otherwhitemeat.com/aspx/brochure/brochureList.aspx?from=f&lbid=0
Thought for Today ~ Survey Companies that Pay

It's fun to have someone ask for your opinions, but it's even more exciting to be paid for it. There's a wealth of companies out there on the Internet willing to cough up cash for your input. (Refer to Chapter 6 in your copy of The Moms Guide to Earning and Saving Thousands on the Internet for the inside scoop!)

One company that ranks high on our particular favorites list is Survey Savvy They offer quality, quick surveys often with product trials included and reder payments very promptly (aprox. 1 week from request)

Have you discovered any new companies that have similiar attributes? Please share your experience with other MOMdotCOM readers in the comment sections.

Freebies & Fun

FREE Glade PlugIns Scented Oil Refill Plus Coupon http://www.scentedoillightshow.com/coupon/06-11-sols/?hs225=coupon&hs227=pfe1106mom

FREE Sample of Pepcid Complete http://walmart.triaddigital.com/enhancedrendercontent_ektid7930.aspx (Scroll down to left corner)

FREE Kotex Sample http://walmart.triaddigital.com/defaultrendercontent_ektid9024.aspx

FREE Sample of Crownies Sugar Free Cookies http://www.splendiddelites.com/Free_sample.htm

FREE U.S. Highways/Byways Map http://www.byways.org/map_request.html

FREE Samples of Men's Skincare from AlphaMale http://www.alphamaleskincare.com/ (Even though it's a little confusing on the order page, shipping is free)

FREE Cookbook "Burke's Fusion Recipes" http://www.burkecorp.com/request_fusion_cookbook.asp
Thought of the Day ~ Saving

What are you saving for? A new home? A new car? A vacation for yourself or the family? No matter what it is, keep your dreams in your sites.

Buy yourself a cork bulletin board, and print pictures of whatever it is you are saving for. This will help you keep focused on your goal, and give you something to daydream about when you are not out spending money. ;)

Freebies & Fun

Join the Family Circle Readers Panel
http://v2.decipherinc.com/survey/pm/mdp?web=1&sp=fc

Free Shimmering Body Lotion sample
http://www.myexpressives.com/email_subscribe.aspx?emailid=

Free Personal Journal from IsitReallyDepression
http://www.isitreallydepression.com/mini_c/isitreallydepression/signup/index.asp?p=home

Free Local CD T-Shirt
http://www.localcd.com/localcd/shirt.html

Free sample of Dove Hand Wash
http://www.startsampling.com/sm/20304/captureAddress.iphtml?item=20304&source=dove_com

HGTV sweepstakes and giveaways
http://www.hgtv.com/hgtv/sweepstakes/




HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!

Big List of Internet Halloween Freebies

101 Halloween Ideas http://www.101halloweenideas.com/hal..._ideas_01.html

Halloween Printable Coloring Pages, Ideas, and Activities http://www.billybear4kids.com/holida...en/party-p.htm

Printable Flag Carving Pattern http://www.yankeehalloween.com/flagpattern.html

More Printable Carving Patterns http://www.spookmaster.com/pumpkin-c...s-freebies.htm

Recipes for Fake Blood http://www.shades-of-night.com/larp/blood.html

Carving Tips, Printable Carving Patterns, Recipes, and More http://www.pumpkinmasters.com/

Pattern and Instructions for Scarecrow Lolipops http://www.christiancrafters.com/treat_scarecrow.html

Pumpkin Carving 101 Class http://www.pumpkincarving101.com/

Screensavers, Email Backgrounds, Fun Letters, and More http://thundercloud.net/seasonal/halloween/

Halloween Fonts http://www.acidfonts.com/halloweenfonts1.htm

Downloadable Copies of Old Horror Films http://thesync.com/features/

Halloween Recipes http://kraftfoods.com/kf/ff/Hallowee...oween+Main.htm

Halloween Crafts, Recipes, Tips, Learning Lessons, and More http://homeschoolzone.com/pp/halloween.htm

More Halloween Recipes http://recipesource.com/holiday/halloween/

All Kinds of Printables including Paperdolls and Crosswords- (this is a jam packed website!) http://members.aol.com/_ht_a/pumpkinave/

Hershey's Trick or Treats http://www.hersheys.com/trickortreats/downloads/

Safety Tips for Halloween http://www.halloween-safety.com/

Halloween Projects from HP http://h71036.www7.hp.com/hho/html/7706-0-0-39-121.html

Carve a Virtual Pumpkin http://www.primarygames.com/holidays...ving/carve.htm

Halloween Online Magazine http://www.halloweenonlinemagazine.com/

Online Halloween Cookbook http://www.halloweenkitchen.com/

Template for Printable Halloween Stickers http://www.kidprintables.com/stickers/halloweenpage.gif

Face Painting Instructions http://www.facepaintingdesigns.co.uk/index.html
Thought of the Day ~ Scents of the Season

Have you ever smelled a pine scented candle, and became instantly reminded of the first time your family got a "live" Christmas tree? How about an cinnamon stick reminding you of hot chocolate with your grandmother on a cold snowy day? Scents are greatly tied to our memories, and a wonderful way to sit back and reminisce about "the good old days."

Here are some inexpensive scented holiday decorations that just may remind you of something you had thought was long forgotten. :)

http://rubyglen.com/holiday/holidayscents.htm

Freebies & Fun

Free sample of Cheer True Fit
http://www.cheer.com/truefit/en_US/

Free sample of Alice Woodrum's Shaping Spray
http://www.alicewoodrumsalon.com/other.php?action=free_stuff

Free National Lampoon DVD ~ Black Ball
http://www.nldvdclub.com/freedvd/?promo=HydraLanding&mv=bb1

Free sample of Crystal Light from Quality Health
http://www.qualityhealth.com/psp/registration.jspa?rf=11958&eadvPID=capitallnetwork

Free sample of Gillette Fusion Balm from WalMart
http://walmart.triaddigital.com/enhancedrendercontent_ektid7498.aspx

Free sample of Pepcid Complete from WalMart
http://walmart.triaddigital.com/enhancedrendercontent_ektid7930.aspx

Free DVD about Work-At-Home scams from the US Postal Service
http://www.usps.com/postalinspectors/dvdorder.htm

Free "Step up & play more" kit for you and your pet
http://www.stepstoplaymore.com/requestkit/en/index.shtml

Free Near East recipe booklet
http://www.neareast.com/ne_contactus/contact/booklet_contact.cfm

Free sticker pack and a sweeps entry for a free ski trip
http://www.aspensnowmass.com/Peter/

Win a T.M.X. Elmo
http://www.allaboardtoys.com/contest.asp
Thought of the Day ~ Thanksgiving

I know, I know- we were just talking about Halloween, but really, Thanksgiving is right around the corner!

Thanksgiving dinner and decorations don't have to cost a fortune, and spending the day with those you love is priceless. It's the company that matters, the rest is just.... errr..... gravy (pardon the pun).

Let's start with some inexpensive holiday crafts that will make excellent decorations for your home or Thanksgiving table!

Clay Pot Turkey
http://rubyglen.com/articles/craftsclayturkey.htm

Easy Dried Apple Crafts
http://rubyglen.com/articles/craftdriedapple.htm

Easy Autumn Wreath
http://rubyglen.com/articles/craftfallwreath.htm

Straw Hat Scarecrow Craft
http://rubyglen.com/articles/straw.htm

Freebies & Fun

Free Zippo lighter from Marlboro (US)
1-800-MARLBORO Promotional code: MAR3881

Free Stretch Island Fruit Leather sample ~ Code: WM05
http://www.stretch-island.com/new/mag.php

Free mousepad
ww.montekids.org/signup/mousepad

Free sample of Triple EFX Ice
http://joico.com/html/np_triple_efx_form.php

Free Christmas Printables
http://www.allthingschristmas.com/printables.html

$2.50 coupon for CoverGirl Advanced Radiance
http://covergirl.com/register.jhtml%3Bjsessionid%3DEH4NPYJWGLST5QFIAJ13OCQ?success_page=/promos/coupons/2006_10_advrad/coupon.jhtml&cm=hd_advradcoupon&_requestid=548419

Quiznos Coupons and Promos
http://www.quiznos.com/offers/

Redbook Sweepstakes
http://redbook.ivillage.com/freestuff/0%2C%2C96kqhd7h%2C00.html

Win a Family Getaway from Snyder's of Hanover
http://www.snydersofhanover.com/en/sweepstakes
Thought for Today ~ Saving Money on Photos!

Halloween is right around the corner and our cameras will be clicking...

We all go a little crazy when it comes to taking photos of our loved ones. If you are an avid scrap-booker, the cost of your photo habit may easily become astronomical.

There are ways to trim the cost of picture development, though. By utilizing the following strategies you’ll be a frugal photographer in no time.

Read the rest of the article here: http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/74781/tips_for_saving_money_on_photograph.html
Do you have a tip? Please share it in the comments section.

Freebies and Fun

FREE Sample of Cottonelle Flushable Moist Wipes http://www.samsclub.com/shopping/navigate.do?catg=7903

FREE Sample of Senseo Coffee Sumatra Blend Sample http://www.senseotrial.com/

FREE Sample of Reach Access Flosser http://www.samplereachaccess.com/sampling/sample.htm?cid=drtv000001&Accept=Accept

FREE Sample of Barkeepers Friend http://www.barkeepersfriend.com/sample.html

(Business Freebie) FREE 2007 Calendar from Zerox http://www.office.xerox.com/perl-bin/response.pl?53365

FREE Sample of Nivea http://walmart.triaddigital.com/defaultrendercontent_ektid8814.aspx

FREE Sample of Basis Soap http://walmart.triaddigital.com/defaultrendercontent_ektid8840.aspx

FREE Sample Of Pork Chomps Dog Treats http://click.email-publisher.com/maafh3YabucNCboazwobaeQxXI/

Enjoy!
Thought for Today ~ Freebie Overload

Admit it, you are a freebie queen.

Proof of this lies in the cabinet and boxes full of samples, coupons, and contest wins. In fact, in a few days, you’re afraid you’ll no longer be able to walk through your home without wading through a bucketful of free stuff.

Girlfriend, it’s time.

Time to clear through those irresistible promos and clear out some of those “must haves”! Here’s a few ideas to inspire and get you started on the path to freebie-freedom:

Read the rest of the article here: http://www.clubmom.com/display/265411?fromPage=219949

Do you have a tip to share on how to maximize or organize your freebies? Please share it with us in the comments section.

Freebies and Fun

DEAL: Free Shipping at Eddie Bauer, Enter Code SHIPPING at Checkout http://www.eddiebauer.com

RED HOT DEAL: 80% off Mini-Cabbage Patch Dolls at Amazon (Hurry! These will not last long!) http://www.amazon.com/s/104-8006924-6632719?ie=UTF8&search-alias=toys-and-games&field-brandtextbin=Winway%20Corp%20Ltd

87% off Pem America Zurich Comforter Set (Queen, King, Cal King) at Amazon http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B000BVC4W0/ref=nosim/bigbigforums-20

FREE Sample of Noxzema Triple Clean Blackhead Cleanser https://noxzemasamples.offerprocessingcenter.com/

FREE Sample of Folgers Coffee https://folgersgourmetselections.offerprocessingcenter.com/?source=[meijer]

FREE Bookmarks, Decals, and Stickers from Give Kids Good Schools http://www.givekidsgoodschools.org/site/apps/ka/ec/category.asp?c=llKUL5MUIwG&b=2025115&en=deJBIJOuGaJFKPPiF3JHIRNxEoJRITOqGfJQLRMoEaIPL7K

FREE Sample Jergens Shea Butter http://www.jergens.com/event/default.asp?action=entry&eventcode=emo-omail&hookid=3

FREE Sample of Celestial Seasonings Tea http://www.celestialseasonings.com/index.html

FREE Sample of Joico 3 in 1 Shampoo http://joico.com/html/np_triple_efx_form.php

FREE Sample of StoPain Spray http://www.stopain.com/?ParentId=8&Content=FreeSample

Enjoy!
Thought of the Day

Winterize your home.

"You'll get a full season's worth of savings, comfort and peace of mind by
taking a few steps now to get your home ready for cold weather."

Full Article:
http://realestate.msn.com/Improve/Article2.aspx?cp-documentid=1061006

Freebies & Fun

Free Estroven PM sample
http://contact.amerifit.com/campform/PM/pmsample82206.tpl

Free QuitAssit stop smoking guide
http://www.philipmorrisusa.com/en/quitassist/getguide/order_quitassist.asp

Free Celestial Seasonings tea sample
http://www.celestialseasonings.com/contact/request-sample.html

Free Noxema Triple Clean Blackhead Cleanser sample
https://noxzemasamples.offerprocessingcenter.com/

Free breast self-exam shower card
http://www.komen.org/bci/shower-card.asp?nodeId=480

Free Swiffer Duster sample and $2.00 coupon
http://www.startsampling.com/sm/19161/product.iphtml?item=19161&source=

$1.00 off Bush's Home-style Chili
http://www.bushshomestylechili.com/

$3.00 off Refresh Dry Eye Therapy
http://www.refreshbrand.com/rewards.aspx?t=offer

$5.00 off Vital Radiance
https://www.vitalradiance.com/Pg/Reg/CouponRegister.aspx?&F

Pine-Sol Thanksgiving Dinner Sweepstakes
http://www.premiereradio.com/sweeps/pinesol/101606/

Win enough Dunkin' Donuts coffee for a year
https://www.dunkindonuts.com/contests/EntryForm.aspx?gclid=COaivPjI8ocCFQooNAod_0q3hQ

Dial Fall into Savings Sweepstakes
http://www.dialpromos.com/DialFallSavings/enter.aspx

Friday Freebies & Fun

DEAL: Buy one, get one 1/2 off at Payless Shoes http://www.payless.com/

COUPON: Free Appetizer at TGI Fridays http://echo.bluehornet.com/clients/tgifriday/survey.htm

FREE Sample of Habanero H.O.T Sauce http://www.hotexas.com/freesamples.htm

FREE Sample of Nicorette Fruit Chill Gum http://walmart.triaddigital.com/Brands/gsk_nicorette_fruitchill.aspx

FREE Clif Bar Training Kit http://www.clifbar.com/play/marathon_reg.cfm?location=register

FREE Sample of Grisi Cosmetic Creams http://www.biosaludecologia.com/english/cons_muestras/cons_muestras.htm

FREE Subscription to Off-Road Adventures Magazine http://www.4wheelpartsadventures.com/freeSubscription.asp

FREE Trial Issue of Cosmopolitan Magazine https://secure.hearstmags.com/subforms/cos/cos_hm020.cfm?cds_response_key=QEXS007

COUPON: FREE Bath & Body Works Mentha Lip Balm With Any Purchase at Bath & Body Works http://www.bathandbodyworks.com/emailSignup/index.jsp?clickid=header_email

FREE Sample of Lysol Sanatizing Wipes http://www.lysol.com/promos/sanitizing_wipes.htm

Enjoy!
Thought of the Day

I like free catalogs. I like to browse through the pages and think about how neat it would be to have that throw blanket in my living room, or that cutlery set in my kitchen. I rarely buy anything from the catalogs I flip through, but it's fun to imagine.

Catalog shopping is the ultimate window shopping, considering you don't even have to leave your couch! If you have restraint, it's frugal, too. :)

Enjoy this selection of free catalogs, and happy browsing!


Freebies & Fun

Free Jewish Holiday Calendar
http://atlanta.jewish.com/modules.php?name=Free_Calendar

Free Chiquita Banana Bites sample or $1.00 coupon
http://saysoccer.us/images/PDFs/chiquita.pdf

Free sample of Bar Keepers Friend
http://www.barkeepersfriend.com/sample.html

Free 1 year subscription to Child Magazine from Start Sampling
http://www.startsampling.com/product.iphtml?item=26083

6 Free issues of Bridal Guide from Start Sampling
http://startsampling.com/product.iphtml?item=26084

Free issue of Redbook Magazine from Start Sampling
http://www.startsampling.com/product.iphtml?item=26081

Free Olive postcards
http://www.calolive.org/postcards/index.html

Thought for Today ~ Save Money on Movies

Here's ten savvy ways to save money on movie rentals, purchases, and outings http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/70252/ten_ways_to_save_money_on_movies.html

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Pie! With the holidays around the corner, and fall firmly in place, thoughts of hot, freshly baked pies cooling on the kitchen counter fill my head on a daily basis . Who wouldn't want a fresh piece of apple or blueberry pie smothered in vanilla ice cream or whipped cream? Mmmmm.

Many people are intimidated by the thought of making their own pie crust, but nothing on he market comes close to a really good homemade crust. Is your crust tough? Or crumbly? These tips will help you get that tender flaky crust each and every time you make your family's favorite pies:
  • Think cold! Everything associated with making your crust should be kept as cold as possible up until the time you use it. The bowl, your pastry cutter, everything that can be chilled, should be chilled. Warm dough gets sticky. Sticky dough requires more flour. More flour means a tough crust. Be sure to refrigerate your crust, as well, before working with it.
  • The fat in your pie crust is critical if you like a flaky crust. The key is to not have your "shortening" melt before it gets into the oven. Chill your shortening, or butter, 15 minutes in the freezer before you add it to your crust recipe. This will produce the flakiest pastry.
  • After mixing, you want your crust to still be a little crumbly. If the fat has warmed too much, your dough will be sticky. Place it in the freezer for 15-20 minutes before you begin working with it. If your crust is too dry, it will crack when you roll it. sprinkle with drops of ice cold water onto your crust until it is the right consistency.
  • Remember! Try not to overwork your pie crust dough. This will result in a tough crust. The less handling, the more tender the finished product will be.

Happy baking!

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Thought of the Day

With a rare October snowstorm in the Northern US today, it reminds me that nature really is unpredictable. Can we be better prepared for nature's wrath? Sure. Winter is right around the corner, we should all be as prepared as we can be for the first storms of the season.

  • Keep extra bottled water on hand
  • Have flashlights, candles, and a battery operated radio on hand
  • Be sure to have plenty of batteries for the radio and the flashlights. ;)
  • Keep rock salt and deicer on hand
  • Keep foods in your house that can be eaten without electricity
  • Check your snow shovels, and/or be sure your snow blower is in good working order
  • If you live in an area that is plagued by winter storms, consider a space heater that runs on a fuel source other than electricity.
  • Before the winter hits hard, access any dangerous trees on your property, and if they pose a threat to your house, consider removing limbs, or the entire tree if deemed necessary
  • Have crafts and games available to entertain the family while the power is out, this can be a real lifesaver. lol

If you are 100% ready, with no worries or concerns, a snow day is a great excuse to drop the daily "routine" and enjoy the time you have with your family.

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