Fit N' Frugal

Mark Your Calendar

2012-01-26T01:07:00.000-05:00

JANUARY

Saturday, January 28

Lakeshore Learning – Groundhog Puppet. 11 AM-3 PM. Find your store here.

Lowes Build & Grow – Make a Build-A-Saurus. 10 AM. Find your store here.

FEBRUARY

Saturday, February 4

Home Depot Kids Workshop. Make a keepsake box. 9 AM-12 PM. Ages 5-12. Find your store here.

Lakeshore Learning – Design-Your-Own-Notebook. 11 AM-3 PM. Find your store here.

Bank of America – Museums on Us. Each cardholder gets free admission to 150 museums nationwide.

Sunday, February 5

Bank of America – Museums on Us. Each cardholder gets free admission to 150 museums nationwide.

Saturday, February 11

Lakeshore Learning – Valentines Day Mailbox. 11 AM-3 PM. Find your store here.

Pottery Barn Kids – Valentine’s Day Doll Tea Party. Get dressed up and bring your favorite doll or teddy bear in for an afternoon of refreshments, stories and crafts. RSVP required. 3 & 4 PM. Find your store here.

Tuesday, February 14

Pottery Barn Kids – Valentine’s Day Story Time. 11 AM. Find your store here.

Thursday, February 16

Home Depot Do-It-Herself Workshop – How to Install Crown Moulding. 6:30-8 PM. Find your store here.

Saturday, February 18

Lakeshore Learning – My Little Log Cabin. 11 AM-3 PM. Find your store here.

Pottery Barn Kids – National Geographic Little Explorers. Enjoy fun and educational hands-on-activities, quizzes, songs and more spotlighting birds. Children will receive a badge for each event attended and children who also attend the 1/21 & 3/24 sessions will receive a special prize. Ages 3+. Find your store here.

Saturday, February 25

Lakeshore Learning – Super-Silly Storybook Character. 11 AM-3 PM. Find your store here.

Ongoing Free Events

Celebrate Arts & Culture with Target. Select a city to find free or reduced-price admission to arts and cultural events in your area.

Walmart Event Finder. Enter your zip code for in-store events in your area.

Pottery Barn Kids-Story Time. Receive a special gift after attending five story times. Every Tuesday 11-11:30 AM. Find your store here.

Guitar Center Free Recording Workshops. Each Saturday with a different topic. 10-11 AM. Find your store here.

Win It Wednesday

2012-01-25T01:06:00.000-05:00

M&M's Racing Nascar Wins (winners 2406, ends 11/21/12) Code: 04043205
General Mills Win & Give (winners 259, ends 7/31/12)
Lindor What's at Your Center? Instant Win (winners 20,000+, ends 6/30/12)
Betty Crocker Great Snacks Giveaway (winners 5000, ends 4/30/12)

POP TARTS Text to Win Movie Tickets (winners 1000, ends 3/31/12)

Lipton Cup of Tea Instant Win (winners1006, ends 3/31/12) Code: LC873HRS

Extra Gum 120 Day Fit Instant Win (winners 1922, ends 3/29/12)

AAA Play to Win Instant Game (winners 2092, ends 2/29/12)
Hasbro Annual Fun & Game Event (winners 1039, ends 2/29/12)

State Farm "Livenation" (winners 1670, ends 2/17/12)

Robitussin 100,000 Simple Acts of Relief (winners 5000+, ends 2/12/12)

Courtyard NFL Greatness on the Road (winners 309, ends 2/5/12)
Cafe Escapes Year of Indulgence (winners 250, ends 2/5/12)

American Express Season of Surprises (winners 2012, ends 1/31/12)

CONTESTS WITH LESS THAN 100 WINNERS (hey, you never know!)

Slim Fast Vow to Wow Instant Win (winners 329, ends 3/26/12)

McDonald's $50 Arch Card Sweeps (winners 40, ends 2/12/12)

Red Vines Pass the Jar and Score Sweeps (winners 12, ends 2/6/12)

Nutrilite Ultimate Football Experience (winners 294, ends 2/6/12)

Scratch Bake & Win (winners 12, ends 1/31/12)

Tuesdays Treats

2012-01-24T08:05:00.000-05:00

Get your I Love Vegetable Gardening Bumper Sticker today and tell the world how much you care about your garden. Stick this right one that honor roll student nonsense.

Celebrate National Poetry Month with a FREE copy of Poetry Magazine. Just fill in your shipping info to receive a free copy of the April 2012 issue of Poetry.

Join the TNT Fireworks Club for some fireworks related freebies. They'll send you posters, stickers, magnets and tattoos. Don't forget about the firecrackers.....just kidding they won't send firecrackers but that would be cool wouldn't it?

Grab your coupon for a free 20oz bottle of Evamor water.

Do you golf or have a die hard golfer in your entourage? Grab a sample of Golf Pain Away. You'll thank me later.

If you need a a boost losing weight, put down the Twinkie and "Like" Obestrim on FB for a free trial of their weight loss supplement. You could always go for a walk too.

I use these perfume samples under the seat of my car. My car probably smells like a brothel, but it doesn't smell like gym socks! Try this scent from Prai it's their 24K Gold Caviar. I don't know why you want to smell like caviar but give it a try.

Here is a great sample from GNC; its ReGen Chocolate Flavored Muscle Recovery. I'll try anything chocolate covered and my muscle are in constant recovery mode!

Freebies

2012-01-23T11:43:00.000-05:00

f you are expecting or have an infant grab this free subscription to Baby Talk Magazine today! Not having a baby? I just sent this to someone that is!

I Recommend

2012-01-21T09:56:00.000-05:00

With Gifts to Grow, the Pampers diapers and wipes you buy can become rewards for you and your family.

To join, simply fill out the form HERE, enter codes from Pampers diapers and wipes on Pampers.com, and redeem your points for items in the Gifts to Grow Rewards Catalog. It’s that easy! I already have 427 points and my kids don't even wear diapers. They will give you 100 points just for signing up!

They issue lots of free points too. I will post them in the freebies when they become available! Here is one for 10 points to get you started! FBMLKKU4RPP6P12

Freebie

2012-01-20T23:01:00.002-05:00

Free Pink Chiffon Body Lotion at Bath & Body Works in store this Weekend Only. ( 1/20/12 – 1/22/12 ).

This offer is for their Facebook fans.. so be sure to like them.

Mark Your Calendar

2012-01-19T10:02:00.001-05:00

JANUARY

Saturday, January 21

Lakeshore Learning – Anchors Aweigh! Floating Boat. 11 AM-3 PM. Find your storehere.

Pottery Barn Kids – National Geographic Little Explorers. Enjoy fun and educational hands-on-activities, quizzes, songs and more spotlighting bugs. Children will receive a badge for each event attended and children who also attend the 2/18 & 3/24 sessions will receive a special prize. Ages 3+. Find your store here.

Michaels – Fancy Nancy: Design a Tiara & Storytime. Ages 3+. 10 AM-12 PM. Find your store here.

Babies R Us – Simply Intuitive Solutions for Mom and Baby. Come and discover Tommee Tippee, intuitively designed products that are as close to nature as possible for baby. Sponsored by Tommee Tippee. 12-3 PM. Find your store here.

Tuesday, January 24

Babies R Us – Gearing Up For Baby. Strollers, car seats, play yards and high chairs…get the scoop on gear that’s right for you and baby! 6:30 PM. Find your store here.

Saturday, January 28

Lakeshore Learning – Groundhog Puppet. 11 AM-3 PM. Find your store here.

Lowes Build & Grow – Make a Build-A-Saurus. 10 AM. Find your store here.

FEBRUARY

Saturday, February 4

Home Depot Kids Workshop. Make a keepsake box. 9 AM-12 PM. Ages 5-12. Find your store here.

Lakeshore Learning – Design-Your-Own-Notebook. 11 AM-3 PM. Find your store here.

Bank of America – Museums on Us. Each cardholder gets free admission to 150 museums nationwide.

Sunday, February 5

Bank of America – Museums on Us. Each cardholder gets free admission to 150 museums nationwide.

Saturday, February 11

Lakeshore Learning – Valentines Day Mailbox. 11 AM-3 PM. Find your store here.

Tuesday, February 14

Pottery Barn Kids – Valentine’s Day Story Time. 11 AM. Find your store here.

Thursday, February 16

Home Depot Do-It-Herself Workshop – How to Install Crown Moulding. 6:30-8 PM. Find your store here.

Saturday, February 18

Lakeshore Learning – My Little Log Cabin. 11 AM-3 PM. Find your store here.

Saturday, February 25

Lakeshore Learning – Super-Silly Storybook Character. 11 AM-3 PM. Find your store here.

Ongoing Free Events

Celebrate Arts & Culture with Target. Select a city to find free or reduced-price admission to arts and cultural events in your area.

Walmart Event Finder. Enter your zip code for in-store events in your area.

Pottery Barn Kids-Story Time. Receive a special gift after attending five story times. Every Tuesday 11-11:30 AM. Find your store here.

Guitar Center Free Recording Workshops. Each Saturday with a different topic. 10-11 AM. Find your store here.

Win It Wednesday

2012-01-18T07:54:00.002-05:00

General Mills Win & Give (winners 259, ends 7/31/12)
Lindor What's at Your Center? Instant Win (winners 20,000+, ends 6/30/12)
Betty Crocker Great Snacks Giveaway (winners 5000, ends 4/30/12)

POP TARTS Text to Win Movie Tickets (winners 1000, ends 3/31/12)

Lipton Cup of Tea Instant Win (winners1006, ends 3/31/12) Code: LC873HRS

Extra Gum 120 Day Fit Instant Win (winners 1922, ends 3/29/12)

AAA Play to Win Instant Game (winners 2092, ends 2/29/12)

State Farm "Livenation" (winners 1670, ends 2/17/12)

Robitussin 100,000 Simple Acts of Relief (winners 5000+, ends 2/12/12)

Courtyard NFL Greatness on the Road (winners 309, ends 2/5/11)

American Express Season of Surprises (winners 2012, ends 1/31/12)

Sunsweet Stay Fit on the Inside Instant Win (winners 1144, ends 1/24/12)

Covergirl Lashblast Mascara Giveaway (winners 1500, ends 1/23/12)

CONTESTS WITH LESS THAN 100 WINNERS (hey, you never know!)

Slim Fast Vow to Wow Instant Win (winners 329, ends 3/26/12)

McDonald's $50 Arch Card Sweeps (winners 40, ends 2/12/12)

Red Vines Pass the Jar and Score Sweeps (winners 12, ends 2/6/12)

Nutrilite Ultimate Football Experience (winners 294, ends 2/6/12)

Scratch Bake & Win (winners 12, ends 1/31/12)

Tuesdays Treats

2012-01-17T07:59:00.033-05:00

Fiber Choice
Just in case you need a little extra fiber!

Zarbee's Cough Syrup
Knocking on wood, we really haven't had a need for cold products yet. In case we do, I'll have a free sample on hand.

J Soap Factory Sample
It doesn't specify exactly what you'll receive but you can choose from soap, bath fizzy or body scrub.

Hyalo Vaginal Gel Sample
Please don't comment if you need this sample. We don't want to know about it.

Disposable Gloves Sample
If you have children, this will eventually come in handy.

Splenda Sample
I'm not sure if this is the same link from before, but it allowed me to submit my info.

Thermo Energizer 3-6 day Supply
I don't endorse this product, because I don't actually know if it is safe. But it is free and if you've always wanted to be a lab test subject then here is your shot. Your welcome.

Dayco Awareness Gauge
To gauge the wear on your belts. If you need this.....you should probably go on a diet.

Hospitality In A "Jiffy" Recipe Book
Free recipe book from Jiffy. I thought you just made corn bread with it.

Bi-Pro Whey Protein Sample Pack
For those of you on a healthy exercise kick for your new years resolution, this ones for you.

Monday Mania

2012-01-16T12:25:00.000-05:00

Have you become a P & G Sampler yet? If not you don't know what you're missing.

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This month I am getting lots of samples and coupons from P&G sign up now to get yours. Don't forget to send your friends to fitnfrugal.blogspot.com so they can get freebies too!

Birthday Freebies

2012-01-14T01:34:00.000-05:00

I will post all of the birthday freebies I find here! Then on your birthday you can run around town collecting all of your free stuff! Don't forget to sign up everyone in your family!

The 99 Restaurant - Free Dessert on your birthday, plus $5 off $25 just for signing up!

BJ's - Free piezookie dessert on your birthday

The Childrens Place - Sign up for their birthday club most likely you will receive a coupon.

El Chico - Free Fried Ice Cream on your birthday, plus BOGO coupon for signing up!

Taco Bueno - Free Cheesecake Chimichangas on your birthday

In My Mailbox

2012-01-13T19:36:00.000-05:00

Well it's been almost a month since I last posted what I found in my mailbox, so I'm going to split up the photos. The first pic is the last 2 weeks in December, the second pic is the first 2 weeks in January. I hope your mailbox was as full as mine! Make sure to tell all your friends about us so they can grab freebies too!

PS: if the freebie is still available you'll be able to click on the link!

Barrons
Spin Magazine - expired
Maxim Magazine
American Baby Magazine
Martha Stewart Weddings - expired
OR Nurse Magazine
Newsweek - expired
Forbes Magazine - expired
Four Wheeler Magazine - expired
New England Bride Magazine
Armani Code Fragrance Samples
Sesame Street DVD - out of stock
Huggies Snug & Dry Sample
Tasters Choice Sample Pack - expired
Lung Cancer Awareness Bracelet- expired
Seattles Best Coffee Sample- expired
Salvation Army Christmas Brass CD - expired
Brez Stop Snoring Aide

Barrons
Martha Stewart Living Magazine - expired
Playboy Magazine - expired
Maxim Magazine
Baseball Digest - expired
Four Wheeler Magazine - expired
4Wheel Magazine - expired
Newsweek - expired
P&G Sampler - Shampoo and Whitestrips
GoodNights Sample
2 Free tickets to local Bridal Show
Lego Club Magazine
Wall Words Sample - expired
2 Free tickets to local Bridal Show
Jewels Hookah Tobacco
Carefree pad
Free Dove Chocolate Bar - I WON THIS
Free Twix Bar - I WON THIS

Not pictured, but in my mailbox:

Wall Street Journal Newspaper subscription

Labatts Blue bottle opener

Coupon for FREE Udi's gluten free food.

Mark Your Calendar

2012-01-12T01:12:00.005-05:00

Saturday, January 14-Monday, January 16

Free Entrance Days in the National Parks. Free admission at more than 100 national parks that usually charge admission.

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Saturday, January 14

Lakeshore Learning – Hand in Hand Flower. 11 AM-3 PM. Find your store here.

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Lowe’s Build & Grow - Make a castle. 10 AM. Find your store here.

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Disney Store – Disney Princess and Friends Craft Event. Come dressed as your favorite Princess for an enchanting sing-along and royal craft event. Session 1 – 10:30 am, Session 2 – 11:30 am, Session 3 – 12:30 pm. Ages 3+. Find your store here.

Pottery Barn Kids – Storage & Organization + Memory Box Crafting. Get help to organize the clutter for nurseries, bedrooms and playrooms. Plus, kids can enjoy a free crafting activity to help keep treasured mementos organized. 10 AM. Find your store here.

Babies R Us – Ready…Set…Baby! Learn about the must-have products for every expectant Mom’s Baby Registry, as well as valuable tips and ideas for planning a baby shower. Plus, enjoy great savings and free giveaways! 12-3 PM. Find your store here.

Saturday, January 21

Lakeshore Learning – Anchors Aweigh! Floating Boat. 11 AM-3 PM. Find your storehere.

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Michaels – Fancy Nancy: Design a Tiara & Storytime. Ages 3+. 10 AM-12 PM. Find your store here.

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Tuesday, January 24

Babies R Us – Gearing Up For Baby. Strollers, car seats, play yards and high chairs…get the scoop on gear that’s right for you and baby! 6:30 PM. Find your store here.

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Saturday, January 28

Lakeshore Learning – Groundhog Puppet. 11 AM-3 PM. Find your store here.

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Lowes Build & Grow – Make a Build-A-Saurus. 10 AM. Find your store here.

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FEBRUARY

Saturday, February 4

Home Depot Kids Workshop. Make a keepsake box. 9 AM-12 PM. Ages 5-12. Find your storehere.

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Lakeshore Learning – Design-Your-Own-Notebook. 11 AM-3 PM. Find your store here.

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Bank of America – Museums on Us. Each cardholder gets free admission to 150 museums nationwide.

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Sunday, February 5

Bank of America – Museums on Us. Each cardholder gets free admission to 150 museums nationwide.

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Saturday, February 11

Lakeshore Learning – Valentines Day Mailbox. 11 AM-3 PM. Find your store here.

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Tuesday, February 14

Pottery Barn Kids – Valentine’s Day Story Time. 11 AM. Find your store here.

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Thursday, February 16

Home Depot Do-It-Herself Workshop – How to Install Crown Moulding. 6:30-8 PM. Find your store here.

Saturday, February 18

Lakeshore Learning – My Little Log Cabin. 11 AM-3 PM. Find your store here.

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Saturday, February 25

Lakeshore Learning – Super-Silly Storybook Character. 11 AM-3 PM. Find your storehere.

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ONGOING FreebiEvents from Freebies 4 Mom

Celebrate Arts & Culture with Target. Select a city to find free or reduced-price admission to arts and cultural events in your area.

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Walmart Event Finder. Enter your zip code for in-store events in your area.

Pottery Barn Kids-Story Time. Receive a special gift after attending five story times. Every Tuesday 11-11:30 AM. Find your store here.

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Guitar Center Free Recording Workshops. Each Saturday with a different topic. 10-11 AM. Find your store here.

Win It Wednesday

2012-01-11T01:29:00.001-05:00

POP TARTS Text to Win Movie Tickets (winners 1000, ends 3/31/12)

Lipton Cup of Tea Instant Win (winners1006, ends 3/31/12) Code: LC873HRS

Extra Gum 120 Day Fit Instant Win (winners 1922, ends 3/29/12)

AAA Play to Win Instant Game (winners 2092, ends 2/29/12)

State Farm "Livenation" (winners 1670, ends 2/17/12)

Robitussin 100,000 Simple Acts of Relief (winners 5000+, ends 2/12/12)

Courtyard NFL Greatness on the Road (winners 309, ends 2/5/11)

American Express Season of Surprises (winners 2012, ends 1/31/12)

Sunsweet Stay Fit on the Inside Instant Win (winners 1144, ends 1/24/12)
Covergirl Lashblast Mascara Giveaway (winners 1500, ends 1/23/12)

CONTESTS WITH LESS THAN 100 WINNERS (hey, you never know!)

Slim Fast Vow to Wow Instant Win (winners 329, ends 3/26/12)

McDonald's $50 Arch Card Sweeps (winners 40, ends 2/12/12)

Red Vines Pass the Jar and Score Sweeps (winners 12, ends 2/6/12)

Nutrilite Ultimate Football Experience (winners 294, ends 2/6/12)

Scratch Bake & Win (winners 12, ends 1/31/12)

T Mobil VIP Zone Game (winners 18,650, ends 1/15/12)

Tuesdays Treats

2012-01-10T12:31:00.000-05:00

Martin Luther King Promotional Products
These are government sponsored products offered free. They are tax dollars sitting in a warehouse, please order them and make some use out of our hard earned money. I have ordered 100 bookmarks and will send them to school with my daughter.

Meow Mix Pate Toppers
They will send you a coupon for a free can. I don't have a cat, but my children's school is always collecting pet food for the local shelter.

Pull-ups Potty Training Success
Thankfully I am well beyond this stage. My kids are potty trained too.

Benefiber
Free fiber sample from Rite Aid, this is special I have never seen a Rite Aid freebie before!

Shout Color Catcher
I haven't receive mine yet.

Hills Brothers Cappuccino
I can't drink coffee anymore but Mike will like it!

Eucerin Pledge for a Sample
Watch a 30 second video, get a free sample of Eucerin lotion!

Red Dress Pin
Support the American Heart Association by wearing your red dress pin. Heart disease is the #1 killer of women in America. Wearing the red dress pin is a way to speak out against this preventable disease.

Bridal Guide - 1 Free Issue
This is not a trial. It is one free issue. I can't wait to get mine for wedding inspiration!

24 Hour Fitness - Free 7 Day Pass

Start your new years resolution for FREE!

Armani Code Sport Cologne

Free sample button is to the far right of the page.

Tuesdays Treats

2011-12-27T01:05:00.012-05:00

Poison Help Magnet
These are from a government funded program, they are free and you can order up to 10. I always order the max a give to family, friends and or school/local organizations. Your tax dollars paid for them, why let them sit in a warehouse somewhere collecting dust?

Find Your Bliss Shower Gel & Body Butter
This looks cool I hope they don't run out.

2012 Cigar Calendar
I am not a fan of smoking but if you are you can enjoy photos of cigars all year long.

Brez Stop Snoring Aide
I'm curious to see if this works...not that I snore or anything.

Schiff Mega Red Krill Oil
Because you can't get too much oil in your diet?

2 Quest Nutrition Bars
You have to click through their site to get to the sample page but 2 FREE bars may be worth it.

David Yurman Fragrance Sample
My car is gonna smell like a cheap hotel with all these fragrance samples!

Win It Wednesday

2011-12-21T00:41:00.007-05:00

POP TARTS Text to Win Movie Tickets (winners 1000, ends 3/31/12)

Lipton Cup of Tea Instant Win (winners1006, ends 3/31/12) Code: LC873HRS

Extra Gum 120 Day Fit Instant Win (winners 1922, ends 3/29/12)

AAA Play to Win Instant Game (winners 2092, ends 2/29/12)

State Farm "Livenation" (winners 1670, ends 2/17/12)

Robitussin 100,000 Simple Acts of Relief (winners 5000+, ends 2/12/12)

Courtyard NFL Greatness on the Road (winners 309, ends 2/5/11)

American Express Season of Surprises (winners 2012, ends 1/31/12)

Sunsweet Stay Fit on the Inside Instant Win (winners 1144, ends 1/24/12)

Lucky Mag P & G Gift of Beauty Giveaway (winners 200, ends 1/10/12) UPC - 37000 27304

Reeses Perfect Seat Instant Win (winners 2006, ends 1/8/11)

Lenovo $50,000 Sweeps & IWG (winners 105, 3 ends 1/8/11)

Wonka's Golden Ticket Game (winners 2000+, ends 1/2/12)

Select 55 Days of Holidays (winners 4075, ends 1/1/12)

TGI Friday's Survey Giveaway (winners 596, ends 12/31/11)

Weddingchannel.com Dream Shopping Spree (winners 201, ends 12/31/11)

M&Ms Brand Movie Cash Instant Win (winners 1,000,000+, ends 12/31/11)

Uni-ball Instant Upgrade (winners 26000+, ends 12/31/11)

Candy Stand Instant Win Wheel (winners 181, ends 12/31/11)

Morton a Dash of Flavor Sweeps (winners 200, ends 12/31/11)

Zappos.com Holiday Instant Win (winners 113, ends 12/31/11)

Moviephone Merry Ticket Giveaway (winners 2001, ends 12/31/11)

Auntie Annies Gift Giveaway (winners 966, ends 12/31/11)

Marriot Rewards Points Sweeps (winners 3776, ends 12/31/11)

Xfinity 31 Days of Wintertainment (winners 501, ends 12/31/11)

Blockbuster Movie Magic Giveaway (winners 1111, ends 12/31/11)

Nescafe Dolce Gusto (winners 3000, ends 12/31/11)

Coors Light Score Instant Win Game (winners 1812, ends 12/31/11) Code: COORS

Twix Pick Your Pause (winners 250000+, ends 12/30/11) I WON !

Phillips Sonicare Unwrap the Love (winners 110, ends 12/30/11)

Ghirardelli Holiday 2011 Sweeps (winners 603, ends 12/25/11)

Pet Smart Holiday Gift Grab (winners 201, ends 12/24/11)

Banana Republic Holiday Game (winners 411, ends 12/24/11)

Duracell Toy Giveaway (winners 701, ends 12/23/11)

Foot Locker Champs Scratch & Win (winners 408, ends 12/23/11)

Philosophy Baking Spirits Bright Holiday Game (winners 211, ends 12/23/11)

TiVo More Joy to the World (winners 134, ends 12/21/11)

Auntie Annies Gift Giveaway (winners 966, ends 12/21/11)

CONTESTS WITH LESS THAN 100 WINNERS (hey, you never know!)

Slim Fast Vow to Wow Instant Win (winners 329, ends 3/26/12)

McDonald's $50 Arch Card Sweeps (winners 40, ends 2/12/12)

Red Vines Pass the Jar and Score Sweeps (winners 12, ends 2/6/12)

Nutrilite Ultimate Football Experience (winners 294, ends 2/6/12)

Scratch Bake & Win (winners 12, ends 1/31/12)

T Mobil VIP Zone Game (winners 18,650, ends 1/15/12)

Macy's INC Giving Spree (winners 91, ends 1/2/12)

Hilton Homewood for the Holidays (winners 64, ends 1/2/12)

Wendy's Twos the Reason (winners 328, ends 1/6/12)

O The Oprah Magazine Chico's Sweeps (winners 3, ends 12/31/11)

Finish Line Ugly Sweater Contest (winners 25, ends 12/31/11)

J. Crew Madewell & Bliss Gift Yourself Away (winners 32, ends 12/31/11)

Travel Channel Trip to Scotland (winners 32, 12/31/11)

Nerf Nation Countdown to 2012 (winners 38, ends 12/31/11)

AARP $50,000 Retirement Giveaway (winners 53, ends 12/31/11)

Millstone K-Cups Contest (winners 33, ends 12/27/11)

Tilly's Hurley Australian Open (winners 1, ends 12/26/11)

Kate Spade Unwrap a Prize (32 winners, ends 12/26/11)

Zappos 6PM Holiday Instant Win (winners 34, ends 12/25/11)

Walgreens Re-gift Holiday Game (winners 16, ends 12/25/11)

Shasta Flavor Your Holidays Sweeps (winners 3, ends 12/23/11)

PUMA Get a Move On Instant Win (winners 44, ends 12/22/11)

Tuesdays Treats

2011-12-20T01:45:00.016-05:00

FortiFX Bar
Free from GNC.

Badabing Sauce Sample
Choose your flavor Breeze, Fire or Lightening. I don't like spicy so I am requesting Breeze.

Free Shirt from Buy Corporate Apparel
It says they will confirm your request with a phone call so if you want to work a little you may get a FREE shirt. Note: when I ordered mine sizes and colors were limited.

Honey Crystal Sampler Pack

Looks like an order form when you fill it out but you do not have to pay shipping.

Jamba Energy Drink
It says you get a coupon. I don't know if they e-mail or snail mail it.

Splenda Essentials Sample
I don't use artificial sweeteners but I know many of you do so here's a sample.

Community Coffee
FREE 12oz bag of coffee. Print coupon offer. I'm not sure where this product is available.

Bumper Sticker - My other car is a garbage truck
I guess if you are a garbage man and proud of it this would be great for you. You can even choose standard or static cling.

Hip Dysplasia Awareness Wistband
If you know someone with this illness here's a way to show your support.

Bumper Sticker - Go To Hell Carolina (basketball)
I don't follow basketball other then my 11yr olds team so I don't actually know what this means. But I'm sure some basketball fan out there knows. Keagan, any help here?

Vooka Stickers
Apparently this is a clothing line and you can have a sticker to show you are cool enough to know that.

Girl With the Dragon Tattoo Movie Soundtrack
Download 6 songs FREE

Disney Princess FREE Personalized Phone Message
This is pretty cool you specify the date and time and choose the princess that will call with a special message. I did this a few years ago and my daughter got a kick out of it.

Wiggles Free Song Download
5 FREE Wiggles songs from Amazon

Simply Right Baby Formula Samples

Beech Nut Stage 4 Toddler Welcome Kit
Theses are usually full of samples and coupons.

Planet Protectors Kids Club Kit
Includes a certificate and workbooks. Great free material for homeschool parents. These are government materials for distribution take advantage of your tax dollars.

NOBAMA Bumber Sticker
Free if you're not fond of our current President and want to let everyone else know!

Free Calendar from Sincere Escrow
This looks like a nice artsy calendar. Simply e-mail your name and address to calendar@sincereescrow.com

Nice Christmas Music Sampler FREE from Amazon click the photo.

The Venue

2011-12-19T04:53:00.013-05:00

One of the biggest priorities for us was choosing an awesome venue and we knew that was going to cost us. We love the ocean and really wanted a place on the water. We also love old, fancy, historic houses. We are definitely not country club people, we are not farm people and we are not city people. So after attending a bridal show in Newport, RI I knew we wanted to get married in that area. We looked at many venues and spent a lot of time driving around Newport and Westerly looking for just the right place. Of course when I found "The Place" I knew without asking it was out of our price range. Isn't that always the way it goes? But just to be sure, I booked an appointment anyway.

During our meeting with the wedding coordinator at my favorite spot, it became instantly apparent we could not afford this place. I sat there devastated, smiling and pretending their prices were not absurd. Rental fee for a Saturday night a mere $10,500 plus $25,000 food minimum. Excuse me while I try to swallow my heart. They did offer cheaper rates for Saturday afternoons, Friday nights, Sunday afternoons were much cheaper $3500 rental fee plus $7500 food minimum. OK, that's a little better. But who can eat $7500 worth of food?

Our anniversary is July 4. So of course I was waiting for the we charge double on a holiday speech. No, instead I got, sorry, that date has been booked. What? I'm here well in advance how could it be booked. Who is this rich bridezilla that stole my date? How dare she. Not that I could afford it anyway but still.

But wait we do have July 3rd available the nice woman told me. Well that's pretty close, we could party into the 4th so that's almost like the 4th. So how much? Well the 3rd is on a Tuesday in 2012. A Tuesday wedding? I better get a good deal for a Tuesday wedding. And of course in frugal fashion I did.

Here is our Venue, Ocean Cliff, Newport, RI:

The Ballroom:

And the ocean view we wanted:

So do you want to know what I'm paying for this awesome place?After some wheeling and dealing I am paying a $2000 rental fee. Which compared to similar sites is an enormous savings. My food minimum a mere $4800. Which with almost 100 guests is more than covered. What do I get for my $75/pp dinner. Cocktail hour: artisan cheese and fruit display, signature cocktail and 4 butler passed hors d'oeuvres. Champagne toast. Three course dinner including salad with warm breads, 3 main course selections and dessert with coffee and tea. Plus we have exclusive use of the grounds, which means the entire estate is ours the deck, lawn, patio, ballroom, 2 sitting rooms and reception room. I left the meeting feeling as though I had made the ultimate wedding venue deal. I couldn't wait to send Mike back to Ocean Cliff with the deposit and can't wait until July 3rd.Savings: Rental: -$8,500Food Minimum: -$20,200Dress: -$1600
Total Savings to Date: $30,300

In My Mailbox

2011-12-16T10:03:00.000-05:00

Check out what I got this week!

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Kleenex Cool Touch Sample

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My MS Yoga DVD

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Poison Control Magnets

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I also WON this bag of Pirates Booty

from a Self Magazine Giveaway!

Healthy Recipe of the Week

2011-12-16T08:38:00.000-05:00

Parmesan Crusted Cod

I usually only like my fish deep fried with a side of fries! But in the interest of living a healthy life I gave this recipe for baked fish a try and to my surprise, I liked it. So did everyone else in the house. Mike asks for this all the time. Try it out and let me know what you think. Click HERE for the free recipe. Once you've tried it come back and leave a comment.