Mailbox Goodies ~ Align Probiotics

Went out to check the mail today and noticed a plain white box from Proctor & Gamble. Hmm, I don't remember requesting a sample.
I opened it and inside was a full sized box (7 weeks worth) of Align Probiotic Supplement and a $5 coupon, which unfortunately expires in 2 days.
I have wanted to try this for a long time and now I can. Yay! Even though I have always had a problem swallowing pills, I WILL get these to go down without feeling like I am going to choke. Lol. (The capsules are actually smaller than I figured they would be, so that's nice.)
It is my plan to update at least weekly with any changes I notice.

imPRESS Press On Manicure

Today's post is all about the Broadway Nails imPRESS Press-On Manicure that I received in my MomVoxBox from Influenster.


I received a nice, very shiny purple color in my box. Now, I have used press-on nails before and they didn't ever stick very well for me. So, I was a little apprehensive that these would stay on for even a couple days.


The directions are very simple to follow. Just pick the size that fits your nail, peel off the plastic from the back (there is a tab to make it easy), and press onto your nail. Keep pressing for about 30 seconds to ensure it adheres well. Then, repeat for the remaining nails. After you are finished try not to get your nails wet for a while, maybe even a few hours.

I applied mine in well under 10 minutes. These would be great for last minute manicures before an outing with friends! I wore mine to a friend's baby shower.
The package states:
~No drying time...yep, no wet polish to deal with
~Easy removal & won't damage your nails...yep, my nails looked good. No peeling or anything.
~No glue needed....yes, love this part because I always manage to get glue on my fingers.
~They can last up to a week...mine lasted about 5 days. But, I'm a mom who has her hands in water washing things constantly. But still, I was impressed they lasted that long.


The imPress nails come in 36 colors and patterns. You can see them all at http://www.blogger.com/www.impressmanicure.com . You can also download an exclusive coupon from their website and virtually try on the different colors and patterns!
These nails cost $5.99 for solid colors and $7.99 for the patterned nails. They can be found at CVS, Rite Aid, K-Mart, Wal-Mart, Walgreens, etc.
I can't wait to use my coupon that came in my MomVoxBox to purchase a new set. I really like "Lil Drumr Grl", "Dancing Queen", "Holla!", and "Over The Moon". Now I just have to decide which one I want to get!
You can learn more about the imPress Manicure at these links:
Http://www.facebook.com/bwaynails
Http://www.twitter.com/bwaynails
Http://www.youtube.com/bwaynails
~April

Disclaimer: I received this product complimentary for testing purposes from Influenster and Broadway Nails as a participant in the MomVoxBox Campaign.

Freebies/Samples

Sorry I haven't been posting many freebies/samples lately. I've been working on getting ready for our first year of homeschooling for Tennessee. He can't wait until Monday, which is when we are planning on starting. My Homeschool blog can be found over here.


Ball will send you a free pectin sample to start your canning season off right! Just fill out the form on their site.

U by Kotex has more samples available. Get 2 tampons, 1 pad and a coupon. You can share the offer with a friend too!

John Frieda Foam Hair Care sample by filling out their survey.

Free Nescafe Clasico from their Nescafe Latino Facebook page. It’s all in Spanish but pretty easy to follow along.

Miracle Whip. You can still watch a video on YouTube and get a free sample. Actually I don’t think you even need to watch the video, just click on free sample at the top!

CVS Trip 7/3/11

Today's CVS Trip with my SIL, Brittany!
Don't forget to scan your Green Bag Tag!!!

Transaction #1
1 Dawn Dish Detergent $0.99 (saved $0.68)
1 Head & Shoulders $4.99 (saved $1.30)
1 Head & Shoulders $4.99 (saved $1.30)
1 Always Infinity $3.99 (saved $.90)
1 Graham Crackers $3.29
-.50 Dawn Q
-1.00 Always Q
-4.99 Head & Shoulders BOGO Q
-4.00 ECB
=$9.40 inc tax. Received $5.00 ecb

Saved Today: $14.67


Transaction #2
1 Aussie Styler 1@ 2/$6.97. (saved $1.10)
1 Herbal Essences 1@ 2/$6.97 (saved $0.51)
1 Oral-B Toothbrush $3.00 (saved $0.49)
1 Febreeze Fabric Refresher $4.99 (saved $1.30)
1 Febreeze Air Effects $2.99 (saved $0.40)
1 Old Spice Bodywash $3.00 (saved $1.79)
1 Old Spice Bodyspray $4.89
1 TimesDaily newspaper $1.50
-5.00 ECB
-4.99 Febreeze BOGO Q
-3.00 Aussie/Herbal Essences Q
-2.00 Oral-B Q
-4.89 Old Spice BOGO Q
-1.00 Old Spice Q
=$8.83 inc. tax. Received $2.00 ECB for next trip!!!

Total Saved: $26.47
YTD Savings: $160.07
Summer 2011 Spending: $35.56
Beauty Club Spending: $44.12

CVS Trip 7/1/11

Here is what I picked up at CVS this morning.

5 Powerade 5/$5.00 (Regular $1.89 each) [Get $2ecb]
1 Lady SpeedStick deodorant $1.99 (reg. $3.69) [Get $1.00ecb]
1 Palmolive dish soap $0.88 (reg. $1.87)
2 Xtra laundry detergents $2.98 (reg. $2.99 each)
1 Spongebob BandAids $2.99 (reg. $3.99) [Get $1.00ecb]
1 Benadryl ReadyMist $5.99
1 Revlon Top Speed nail polish $5.79

-$0.50 Bandaid Q
-$2.00 Benadryl Q
-$14.49 ECB
=$10.85 (inc.tax) Received $4.00ECB for next trip!

Total Saved: $27.93
Year to Date Savings: $132.14
Summer 2011 Spending: $24.71
Beauty Club Spending: $38.33

Walmart 6/13/11 OVERAGE!!!!

17 Dial Bodywashes 97c each
1   Lasanga $5.78
1   Gillette men's aftershave lotion $3.97
1   Renuzit Crystal Elements $4.97
1   Walk the Line movie $5 bin
1   Ajax dish detergent 97c
1   3pk Parents Choice wipes $4.64
Subtotal= $41.82 (not including tax)
-$3.00q Renuzit
-$2.00q Gillette
-$34.00 (17) $2.00 Dial Qs
TOTAL OOP= $6.58 (including tax)

Taster's Choice Sample

A few weeks ago, I requested a sample of Taster's Choice instant coffee. I received the samples last week along with a $1.00 coupon for any Taster's Choice coffee.
I was at WalMart the other day & found the 7-packet box priced at $1.19. I used my $1.00 coupon and only paid 19cents for the coffee!!! Awesome deal if you get the coupon too! So, go and request your free samples!

72-Hour Emergency Preparedness Kits-Link

Over at The Krazy Coupon Lady's site, she has posted an awesome blog about being prepared for an emergency. There are also lots of comments from readers as to additional items that you might need to include as well.

Here is the link to her post:
72-hour-kits-emergency-preparedness-on-a-budget

Walgreens 6/6/11

TRANSACTION #1
2 Nivea (men) Bodywash 2/$7.00
1 Old Spice Deodorant $4.99
1 Old Spice Bodywash $$4.49 (sale: BOGO50%)
Coupons:
-$4.49 Old Spice BOGO
-$1.00 Old Spice
-$2.00 Nivea
-$2.00 Nivea
-$2.25 Old Spice sale 50%off

Total: $6.02
Register Rewards: $2.00RR
Advertised Savings: $5.23
Coupon Savings: $9.49
Total Savings: $14.72

TRANSACTION #2
1 Pampers Diapers $8.99 on sale
1 Puppy Chow 4.4lb $6.79
Coupons:
-$2.00 Pampers
-$2.00 RR from #1

Total: $13.20
Register Rewards: $1.00RR
Advertised Savings: $2.00
Coupon Savings: $4.00
Total Savings: $6.00

TRANSACTION #3
My son HAD to have some.... :-)
2 M&Ms $1.38
-.40 Wags Q

Total: $1.07
Total Savings: $0.81

CVS 6/6/11

1 Huggies Diapers $8.99 (saved $2.00)
Coupons:
-$2.00 Huggies
-$6.98ecb

Total: 1cent!!!
Saved: $10.98
ECB earned: $2.00ecb

Spring 2011 Spending: $49.95
Beauty Club Spending: $38.33

CVS 6/5/11

TRANSACTION #1
1 Ban deodorant $2.99 (saved .40)
2 Oral-B Pulsar toothbrushes $12.00 (saved .98)
Coupons:
-$3.00 oral-b
-$3.00 oral-b
-$8.00ecb

Total: $2.26
Saved: $15.38
ECB earned: 2ecb, 6ecb= 8.00ecb

TRANSACTION #2
4 Vitamin Water $4.00 (saved $2.76)
1 Powerade $1.00 (saved .89)
2 Colgate toothpaste $5.58 (saved .58)
Coupons:
-$1.00 Colgate
-$8.00ecb

Total: $2.48
Saved: $13.23
ECB earned: 4ecb, 2ecb= $6.00ecb

TRANSACTION #3
2 Crest ProHealth Rinse $9.00 (saved $2.98)
2 Excedrine 8ct. $1.98
1 CVS Green Bag Tag $0.99
Coupons:
-$2.00 Crest
-$2.00 Crest
-$6.00ecb
-$1.00 (green bag tag coupon)

Total: $2.05
Saved: $13.98
ECB earned: $1.98ecb, $5.00ecb= $6.98ecb!!

Spring 2011 Spending: $49.95
Beauty Club Spending: $38.33

CVS 5/28/11

2 Degree Deodorants 2/$5.00 (saved: $2.88)
Coupons:
-$2.50 Degree BOGO
-$1.00ecb

Total: $1.95
Saved Today: $6.38

Spring 2011 Spending: $48.00
Beauty Club Spending: $38.33

Walmart

Two recent WalMart trips.

5/31/11
Subtotal: $53.66
After Qs: $46.02

5/27/11
Subtotal: $25.73
After Qs: $15.46

CVS 5/26/11

2 Revlon nail polish $9.98 (saved $1.30)
Coupons:
-4.00ecb
-5.00ecb

Total: $1.88
Saved: $10.30
ECB Received: 4 & 4= $8.00ecb!

Spring 2011 Spending: $46.12
Beauty Club Spending: $28.35

CVS 5/24/11

TRANSACTION #1
2 Degree Deodorants 2/$5.00 (sale:saved $2.38)
1 CVS brand diapers $6.99 (sale:saved $2.50)
1 Stride gum $0.99 (sale:saved $0.50)
1 Revlon nail polish $4.99 (saved $0.80)
2 Crystal Light to go packs 2/$1.00
Coupons
-$0.75 off 1 Degree deo.
-$2.50 BOGO Degree
-$1.00 off crystal light(from kiosk)
-$4.00 ECB

Total: $12.43
Saved Today: $14.43
ECB Received: 2ecb, 4ecb, 99c ecb.

TRANSACTION #2
1 Irish Spring $3.50 (saved $1.49)
1 SoftSoap $3.50 (saved $0.99)
1 Bandaid 80ct $2.99 (saved $1.30)
1 Revlon nail polish $4.99 ($0.80)
Coupons:
-0.99ecb
-4.00ecb
-2.00ecb

Total: $9.34
Saved: $11.57
ECB Received: 4ecb, 1ecb, 5ecb= 10ECB!

Spring 2011 Spending: $24.35
Beauty Club Spending: $11.37

CVS 5/20/11

I have decided to get back into couponing at CVS again. Today's transaction wasn't great, but I am just starting out again.

2 RightGuard Deo $5.98(sale: saved $2.80)
1 Dial Soap. $2.99(sale: saved $0.89)
1 Lipton Grn Tea $4.99(sale: saved $2.30)
1 Loreal eyeshdw $9.49

Total (no Qs)= $24.35
Saved= $5.99
ECBs received= 1,1,2=4 for next trip.