All You Need To Know About Thanksgiving

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This might seem lazy. It's a link to another article somebody else wrote. But I'm too busy doing everything on this link to write my own blog.

Happy Thanksgiving!

These Are a Few of My Favorite Stores . ..

I don't know if I've just been in the right place at the right time lately, but I've ended up with a bunch of coupons for big savings at some of my favorite stores.
Thinks it's Christmas yet? You betcha!

Click HERE to print a great coupon from . . .

and use it this weekend !

-Save 10% on health & beauty, laundry, paper, pet, cleaning chemicals, food & plastic bags.

-Save 20% on home décor, toys, giftware, apparel, seasonal, domestics & stationery.


Oh how I Love CVS! I'm so blessed to live just down the street from the biggest and best CVS ever. I assume everyone feels the same way, right? If you haven't discovered the thrill of Extra Bucks with the CVS shopper card, you are missing out. Last week they sent me a coupon for 20% off anything in the store and I had to be sure and not lose because it is only good this weekend! I plan on buying the girls Disney's "Up." Join the email club and you get the fun "save $5 on $30" coupons. Look around for the clearance isle. One time I found a Lilac scented Tide $2.50 closeout on that isle. Yesterday I got the grooviest green Sally Hanson fingernail polish for just .75! So visit cvs.com and register for the extracare card.

AND THE WINNER IS . . . NAME BRAND CLOTHING



The Springfield NBC Store is located right across from the Battlefield Mall at 2832 South Glenstone. Be sure and visit the website to register your email. You'll get a $5 off coupon which could practically buy you a whole new outfit and this fabulous store!

Real Deal Retail Shopping

$1 Scarves this Saturday at Old Navy! I was just there tonight and they are very cute scarves. Plus tons of great shirts for just $7. Always check the sales racks at the back of the store on the sides. My husband found a great pair of jeans for just $10. Gotta love the sales rack!

20% Off Select Own-Brand Merchandise for Unemployed Customers

Kmart own-brands give you huge savings versus your favorite national brands every day...and now you'll get to increase those savings by an additional 20% off over 1,500 regular-priced grocery and drugstore items for up to six months!

Eligibility:Kmart customers who present state-issued identification (driver’s license or identification card) and a state-issued unemployment benefits enrollment confirmation are eligible to participate in the program (“Eligible Participants”). At checkout, cardholders will be required to show their valid discount card, their state-issued identification card for signature verification and their state-issued unemployment benefits enrollment verification. Valid signature verification is required to use the card.

Bath and Body Work has the scents for Christmas and here's a printable coupon for $10 off a $30 purchase either online or at the store.

And I wish I had this one earlier tonight at the Mall . . . Save $10 off any bra if your a member of Pink Nation at Victoria Secret!

Treat Before You Trick

Hungry? Need a new toy? How about a new dishwasher? Discounts and deals this Halloween!

Get a FREE Black Jack Taco at Taco Bell between 6 p.m. and midnight. Or head to Chipotle after 6 p.m. for a FREE Burrito. Quick important note that you must be dressed up as a burrito, salad or tacos to get your Chipotle freebie. If you didn't know what you were gonna be, now you've got a plan. Have fun!

Sonic has 50 Cent Corn Dogs from 5pm - 10pm on Halloween Night and you don't have to dress up like a corn dog, although that would be fun too.


Here's a fabulous treat . . . Be one of the first 100 customers to arrive when the doors open Saturday and get a free $10 treat to spend! While supplies last at every Macy’s store.


And bring the kids dressed up in their costumes to Sears to get a free Mattel toy! There is also a coupon so print the page on this link.



Dress up in your ghoulish garb – on Saturday, October 31 from noon to 3pm to participate in a spooktacularly safe Halloween celebration. Toys"R"Us store employees will also be dressed in costume, showing off their spooky best. Children ages three and up who attend Geoffrey’s Trick "R" Treat Parade will receive a complimentary, reusable bag, which they can fill up with goodies and giveaways (while supplies last) as they parade around the store with everyone’s favorite mascot, Geoffrey the Giraffe.

BOO!

Here's some more shopping that goes beyond the Halloween festivities . . .

This weekend save up to 12% off with these Best Buy printable coupons good through 11/2/09!

The 12% is good on most appliances while almost everything else in the store has a 10% off coupon, please see coupon for details and exclusions.

Facebook giveaway!

In case you missed it the first time or didn't get in on it, Herbal Essences is taking a do-over and will start up the Gorgeous Giveaway again this evening at 11:30 p.m. ET. Herbal Essences will give away 18,750 bottles of Herbal Essences hair care products each day for five days. That’s 75,000 bottles total that will be up for grabs!

Just become a Facebook Fan of Herbal Essences and get ready to grab your free product coupon starting tonight.

BTW, Two coupon sources in one site, you'll get over 200 coupons a month at My Points.

Hot Deals on Wheels!

Did you think about the impact the "Cash for Clunkers" was gonna have on used car sales? I am thinking about it now!

Thompson Ponitac GMC is kicking off a Regional Asset Disposal Event.

Every auction, off-lease and other used vehicle will be available for just a $59 down payment plus tax, title and fees then start making payments, on approved credit. Payments will be clearly displayed and they'll have cars for as low as $79 a month with $59 down. Mr. Thompson says he will have an extensive network of local and national lenders available to arrange financing for anyone who is employed, regardless of past credit history.

The Regional Asset Disposal Event is open to the public Tuesday, October 6th through Saturday, October 10th. 9am - 9pm daily. No wholesalers of fleet buyers will be allowed until Monday, October 12th. Thompson Pontiac GMC is located at 1555 East Independence, Springfield, MO.

Discount Travel Ideas

Thinking of traveling to New York City or anywhere, really. You can find steal some deals with City Guides. You know, the neat little publications that you would normally find inside your hotel room that have gone cyberspace! Whether your looking for dining, attraction or shopping discounts, these are the deals designed with the tourist in mind. Don't be afraid to the research ahead of time and have those coupons ready. Who needs a travel agent? The research itself will be almost like taking a vacation without ever leaving your house.

And when in doubt, ask a native. Bloggers are like opinions, they're everywhere! Have you ever had bad customer service from a hotel or maybe a cruise? Everyone has and so many have discovered the power of the blog.Travel Pod is a great blog site for those looking for travel input. Whether gambling is your game, souvenirs, or just lounging around the hotel, it's all at your fingertips on the world wide web.

If you have kids and you live in the Ozarks, there's a good chance you've heard of the "Just Between Friends" sale at Remingtons at Kansas and Republic. It started today and goes through Saturday, and hours till then are 9am - 6pm. I got in this evening and was very pleased with my conquests of 3 pairs of pants and two nice jackets for 20 bucks. Friday they put out new items so if you think all the good stuff will be gone by the weekend, your wrong. Saturday will be even better . . . EVERYTHING WILL BE 50% off!

see ya there!

Kids Eat Free At Boston Market and Veggie Coupons

Take your kids to Boston Market by 10/31 to take advantage of their new “Two Kids Eat Free” promotion. For every one adult who spends at least $6 on a meal, two kids get to eat for free. No coupon is required, but you must have your kids with you to get the free kids meals.

AND

My kids are big fans of canned peas, carrots and corn, so I’m always stocking up on canned vegetables. If you’re a Libby’s fan, use this printable coupon to save $1 on 3 cans.

And I just found out at www.momslikeme.com that Carson's Nursery on East Sunshine is closing and as of today (9/21) everything is 50% off! That includes trees!

SCARRRYYYY Coupons!

Can you believe it is really almost time for Halloween?

For just $1 you’ll get 12 free product coupons, including 4 coupons for a free small ice cream cone, 4 coupons for free apple dippers and 4 coupons for a free apple juice or milk jug.

Note that the fine print on the coupon states that they are to be used by children under the age of 12 and they can be used beginning October 31st!


On the flip side . . . If you absolutely can't stand McDonald's or you just think this is a funny mask . . .
I found another cool freebies site which had a link to how you can get a free scary Ronald McDonald mask. They also have free samples of sleeping pills, teasta tea and denim hats. Just visit www.shop4freebies.com.

Wonderful Opportunity

I received an email this week from Karen Scott at Pinecone Research and it said I could invite some friends to join the panel. This is the best survey outlet available for those of us who don't mind making our opinions heard. I have been a member for about 5 years and so far I have been paid $3-$5 each time for testing out products such as 34.5 oz of Maxwell House Coffee, Soft Soap's Fragrence Body Wash, and other full size products that are new to the market. So you basically get your cake and you get to eat it! If I were you, reading a blog about ways to save money . . .
I'd click this link!
Important, REMEMBER THAT ONLY ONE PERSON PER HOUSEHOLD MAY REGISTER. Multiple registrations of the same Household will void all registrations.

Germs, Apps and Branson!

I've started a new job, my kids have started school and everything is great! The only thing that could go wrong is if any of us get sick.

Check out the Fox and The Hound Website and sign up for their pub club. You'll get a coupon in your email for a free app and then something good on your birthday too.
Fox & Hound 2035 E. Independence, Springfield, MO. 10% off food for riders w/ a helmet. 7pm in green room. Tuesday, Sept. 1st. 21 & up.

Meyer Hotels in Branson
E-Club Special Value Offer for September

During the month of September, E-Club Members can save 15% off the regular room rates at the Best Western Music Capital Inn, Comfort Inn at Thousand Hills or Comfort Inn & Suites. At the Best Western Center Pointe In, members stay 2 nights in a double queen room and get the 3rd night at 50% off. Members can also save 20% off at the Comfort Inn West! Call us at 1.877.FUN.STAY today! Please print this coupon.

In case you don't know what to do while in Branson this weekend, here's something fun . . .

	September 11-12, Branson Car Collector Auction, Branson Convention Center, not far from the Best Western Center Pointe Inn or Comfort Inn at Thousand Hills

This Just In . . .

FREEBIES FOR YOU
Join Pink Nation to get a free beauty travel kit, with purchase. After you join you can spin to win a pair of free panties which I'm sure you need. I didn't win, but maybe you will.

THIRSTY? A&W Restaurants has a free limeade waiting for you, click here.

NEW SITE FOR COUPONS
Simple and Delicious, a web site from ConAgra Foods, has added new printable coupons you may want to check out.

GO WILD AT THE ZOO
Saturday, September 19th you can finally afford to go to the Dickerson Park Zoo with McDonald's Dollar Days. If you don't mind crowds, it's a ton of fun!

Use Volition

I'm about to tell you a secret. This is where it all began for me. I was really trying my best to make money filling out surveys. What a crock. You can make a few dollars here and there. For me, the time involved was too much for too little. Through various searches for surveys, I came across this magical site. It doesn't look very fancy. It's pretty basic. But the information you will have is AWESOME!
This site has much to check out, so set aside at least an hour or more. Plus, pay close attention to the ads on this site. There are great deals and opportunities from their advertisers that you can't find anywhere else.

Free Trade Magazines for business professionals to sign up for. Wanna do some comparisons of cell phone, long distance, DSL, and voIP? You can find out about Movie premiers, free samples, and mailing lists galore! Oh and they can get you in touch with the best survey companies. Everything is scrutinized by users in their forums so you can find out the real deal.

And if you've ever thought about mystery shopping, this is the money load website! Getting paid to shop might sound too good to be true, but there is real work involved. In most cases you will have to spend a little money before you get paid. I've gotten into the mystery shopping and I'd say it's great. The Mystery Shopping forums on this site will point you in the direction of legitimate businesses who don't ask for much for you to sign up with them. Sign up for 2 or 3 at first and then go from there. You have freedom to pick and choose your assignments and you usually get to keep what you buy. There's about a 30 day turnaround time on getting reimbursed for your purchase and then they will pay you for the job on top of that.

Ya'll have fun now and don't forget who gave you volition in the first place. And while your at it, please pass my blog along to your friends. All I am trying to do at the moment is grow my readership. I might get to giveaway some more stuff if I do and I just love giving away stuff.

Go Cardinal Nation!

I'm a pretty good baseball fan. I sometimes fall asleep while watching the game, but wake me up if the bases are loaded and Albert Pujols is at bat. Being from the ATL, I need to express my joy that John Smoltz is joining the Cardinals . . . Go Cards!
Travelzoo is offering an outstanding deal that you will want to take advantage of today. These deals move fast . . .

From the Travelzoo Newsdesk:

ST. LOUIS--AUGUST 20, 2009-- Tickets to see the St. Louis
Cardinals play the Washington Nationals next weekend, Aug.
28 & 30, were just cut by over 50 percent.

Seats start at only $15 for the Friday night game. Use the
coupon code "TRAVELZOO" to get the discount in the following
ticket levels:

- Outfield Loge Box ... $15 (reg. $34)
- Outfield Field Box ... $20 (reg. $39)

Also included in this offer are all-inclusive tickets to the
Friday night and Sunday afternoon games. These tickets
include an all-you-can-eat buffet, beer and soda. Use code
"SAVE50" to get half off in the following ticket levels:

- Coca-Cola Patio/Bridge/Rooftop Deck ... $54 (reg. $108)
- Legends Club ... $59 (reg. $118)
- Bank of America Club ... $59 (reg. $118)
- Champions Club ... $72.50 (reg. $145)

To buy tickets, click below. Enter the appropriate code
listed above in the coupon box to get the discount. Fees of
$4-$5 per ticket and $4 per order are additional. (Full
price tickets are subject to the same fees.)
http://www.travelzoo.com/Newsflash.ashx?638415-26518479

Clippless Coupons

Dear Queen of Discount,

Just found your blog through MLM and saw that your running a drawing. :D I have been wanting to try coupon clipping, i have a friend that's very good at it, but I never seem to remember to take the things with me once I've done it. Here's to trying again!!! :D

Louise

It's hard for me too Louise. I have gotten to where I can't go shopping without my coupons, so I always carry them around in my purse and then they get loose in my purse and it all becomes a disorganized mess. Coupon organizers come in many different shapes and sizes. I've seen ladies use large business card albums and others use expanding files. The one I like is small enough to fit in a large purse and so you'll always have it with you.

Or you could just forget the coupons and do it this way!
These are electronic coupons. After you sign up, pick the store you do the most grocery shopping with and then your coupons are loaded directly onto your grocery store savings card.

Another electronic coupon site, upromise.com is for college students. There's coupons for groceries, restaurants, and online retailers. If your taking a little night class, be sure to take full advantage of your student status. I might just got back to school so I can get the deals!

Thanks to iheartcoupondeals.blogspot.com I just found about cellfire.com. You can have your coupons text to your cell phone and show that at checkout. I'm still checking it out, but it sounds cool.

Back To School with Calcium! Win $25 Price Cutter GC.

Hey everybody, it's been a few weeks since The Queen has sat on her throne. I've been busy getting the kids ready to go back to school. School is a little late starting in our town, not until next Tuesday. But we've been looking for the best ways to save money on those school lunches and I honestly believe the absolute best way is for me to pack them up everyday. That way I know what they're eating and where it all comes from. The one thing I will give them money to buy at school is that fun little serving size carton of milk.
Luckily my girls love to drink milk with every meal. That may be why my 7 year old twin daughters are both 50 inches tall. Milk is one of the most economical sources of high-quality protein and calcium. Protein and calcium are important for the growth and development of bones and teeth. Buying calcium fortified beverages, such as orange juice and soy drinks is just not good enough. It is actually harder for the body to absorb, and milk is about 30 percent less expensive than fortified orange juice.

Yogurt and string cheese everyday can get a little boring, here's a link from www.dairymakessense.com with some creative ways to mix it up.

EMAIL ME at julieccarroll@prodigy.net TO WIN A $25 GIFT CERTIFICATE TO PRICE CUTTER and SHOPPING BAGS PACKED WITH MDA GOODIES to stock up on milk, cheese and yogurt.

Mom's like me, they really like me!

Thanks to momslikeme.com, I found this useful coupon. Who doesn't spend at least $50 a trip to the grocery store? Might as well save when you do it. At momslikeme.com, I was signing up to win a pair of tickets to Raven Simon at the Ozark Empire Fair this Saturday. My kids don't really know who she is, but they'd have a blast. There's still time for you to enter if you want. While your visiting this site, you should see the world of bargains and deals that mom's across the Ozarks have found. Consignment sales, Mall deals, it's all there.

Back To School shopping?
Stop by Children's Orchard this weekend . . .

Buy 1 Get 1 Free

All Pink-tagged play wear resale clothing and Clearance marked down resale clothing is Buy 1 Get 1 FREE today, July 28, 2009 through Sunday, August 2, 2009.

The Best Pancakes!

Click HERE for a coupon for Aunt Martha's Pancake House. Only the bestest breakfast in town. And don't forget to try and win a free breakfast at www.ky3.com/contests. Thanks KY3.

Oh. . . No Nasty Chemicals, I Get It!

This is my first product review and I was pretty excited to open the package from the Eco Store that arrived on a Friday. I wasn't sure what product I was gonna get to try but I had ample reason to wanna make it work. My mother is coming to visit in exactly 14 days and there are places where cleaning needs to be inspired. Looking at the tile around my bathtub inspired me.

I have come really slowly to the ideas of green living. I had thought we would have conquered another planet before we had actually used up all of the resources here on Earth. I kinda recycle and the only reason I do it kinda is because my sweet kids want me to.

Preconceived notions filled my head while looking at the careful organic packaging. It's going to be safe to use around the kids. I'll feel better about using natural products. It will or it won't clean better than my soft scrub. Eco Store sent me a bottle of Naturally Antibacterial Spray Cleaner. I thought how cool it will be to spray my counters with natural cleaner and then be able to fix a sandwich right where I had just cleaned. I wouldn't have to worry that I was ingesting chemicals from the spray. As I got busy in the kitchen with the Spray cleaner, I noticed that it all smelled lovely and natural. But, that was just the beginning. . .

The tile above my bathtub was going to be a great test. Especially when one of the products the company sent me was Lemon Cream Cleanser which happens to be plant based. The tile wasn't overly nasty, but there was a slight difference between the shine coming from around the tub and the shine around the room tile. I started with just a washcloth, which was not a good choice. I had to work harder to scrub, but the lemon smell was wonderfully aromatic and relaxing. Who is feeling relaxed while scrubbing the bathroom? I was. I managed to figure out that this job called for scouring pads. The cream cleanser foamed a lot more and I was able to use much less than I would if I was on the soft scrub.

The aha moment for me was when I had realized that I enjoyed cleaning with the Eco Store brands mostly because my eyes weren't burning and I didn't have bleach burning the walls of my nostrils. Oh, I get it! Enjoying the cleaning process had never occurred to me until now.

Visit www.ecostoreusa.com to purchase plant and mineral based Household Cleaning, Baby and Personal Care products that contain No Nasty Chemicals(tm). Sign up for the Eco Store Newsletter which can be found on their blog.

Enter to Win a $25 dollar Gift Certificate to use on Eco Store products by leaving a comment about this article. Leave your full name and email address and the winner will be notified by August 20th.

Free Starbucks Pastry!

Click here to print a coupon to take to any Starbucks Tuesday only (7/21/09) and enjoy a FREE pastry with the purchase of any beverage.
Still thinkin' about it?
Pastries included in offer are: Muffins, Scones, Croissants, Rolls, Breads, Pound Cakes, Morning Bun, Coffeecakes, Cheese Danish, Apple Fritter, Doughnuts, Tarts, Pies, Gluten Free Orange Valencia Cake, Tropical Paradise Bar.
Bet I see ya there!

Found a new site to share!

This site is great for learning more about, well . . . organic foods. But it's not just about organic foods. There is a coupon generator exclusively for products from Target. You can print them from your very own printer.
I used to thing that green living could not possibly be frugal. But, here is a community committed to just that. With forums and newsletters, you'll be aware of the best deals on the planet that are good for the planet!

Free Movies at Walgreens.

I just ordered mine and had to pay shipping of 5.95, but didn't mind. Go to www.sallybeauty.com for this great offer. Enter promo code 555152. If you have trouble finding it, search for diamond shine and then you should see the started kit.

I've been getting tweeted alot by Erin Gifford at Coupon Crvings, and thought I'd share this juicy blog with you, www.couponcravings.com. Right now she's got a coupon from Borders which will get you a free paperback with purchase of ahardcover at $24.95 or more. Oh, and tons more freebies. She's funny too, you'll adore her!

Helping NAMI of Southwest Missouri

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Are your kids writing "Wash Me" in the dust on your car?

Legends Express Car Wash is the place to go!

Any time after June 29, 2009, you can get the best car wash in town, AND help NAMI in the process!

All you have to do is go to any Legends Express Car Wash location and:

• Press "Fundraiser"
• Enter the code 1052
• Choose wash 1 or 2
• Enter your method of payment
• ...and then enjoy the best automated wash in town!

20% of the proceeds from your car wash will go directly to NAMI Southwest Missouri

Get a wash for yourself, and tell your friends and family!

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NAMI Southwest Missouri has been providing services and supports in Springfield for 27 years, and to celebrate, we're having a Birthday Party night at the Incredible Pizza Company, and everyone is invited!

That night, (July 30, 2009 from 5pm - 8pm) you can take your invitation coupon to Incredible Pizza Company, and receive a group rate discount on all your food and game card purchases.

15% of all purchases made with an invitation that night will go directly to NAMI Southwest Missouri to fund the services we provide.

You MUST bring your invitation with you to recieve the NAMI group discount!!

Group Discount rates, with your invitation coupon makes you eligible for a variety of discount combinations, including, but not limited to:

• Only buffet: Adults 12 years and older - $7, Kids 4-11 - $5.50, and kids 3 and under are free.
• (or) Buffet & $10 game card combination- $13 per person.
• (or) Buffet & one hour of unlimited play in the game room - $17 per person

Also, Thursday nights are Double Thursday, so any additional game cards you purchase are automatically doubled in value!

GO TO http://www.nami.org/MSTemplate.cfm?MicrositeID=200
to print your invitation.

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Have a dozen burgers on us!

Attention burger lovers! Order anything from Omaha Steaks through this blog and we'll send you 12 premium, juicy Omaha Steaks Burgers absolutely FREE with a purchase of $50 or more.

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FREE TO EAT!

1 Day Until Free Baja Taco Day! Visit your local Long John Silver's on Tuesday, July 14th before 2:30 p.m. to receive a FREE Baja Fish Taco.* necessary. Limit one per customer. ©2009 Long John Silver's, Inc.

Also check out Free Mocha Monday at McDonald's. You'll get a free sample size, and it's one per person.