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Meet Another New Contributor-Pat Nowak

In Uncategorized on September 29, 2011 at 2:55 pm

I’d like to introduce you to another new contributor to Budget Smart Girl, Pat Nowak who each month will share with us tips she’s learned along the way since becoming a widow at age 47 and adjusting to life with new financial responsibilities-  Here’s some information about her-

Before the death of her husband, Pat Nowak was the voice of the Seaway Food Town Supermarkets chain, a radio talk show co-host, fashion director, and consultant to a television station.

 When her husband was killed in a car-pedestrian accident, Nowak became a widow without any warning or training. The first few weeks were learning one lesson of survival after another. Then began the journey that led to mental health and wholeness. Well on the journey, Nowak wrote her thoughts and experiences in a daily journal and then began transforming those random thoughts into book form.

The result was publication of The ABC’s of Widowhood.

Nowak then took the next step by appearing as a financial planning resource speaker at conferences and seminars nationwide. Now Nowak’s expertise is in demand as a life coach for those who become suddenly single, whether by divorce or death, unable to face life broke and alone. “Becoming suddenly single, for whatever reason, is a very traumatic event few people are equipped to face? More than 30% of women over age 65 live in poverty. The day the husband dies a woman’s pension decreases 35%,” says Nowak.

 Nowak has appeared on NBC’s Market Watch and FOX News as an expert on ‘starting over’ and on Match.com giving dating advice to those who are suddenly single. She’s been interviewed by hundreds of radio and television talk show hosts sharing her secrets of survival including the Ohio Department of Aging monthly public television program “Finer With Age.”

 Nowak is Executive Director of theSylvania,OhioChamber of Commerce, writes a weekly newspaper column and is owner of CAS Productions, a consulting company. She is a volunteer with several NW Ohio charities, serves on the board of COMPASS (a drug addiction treatment organization), a member of the Governor of Ohio’s workforce development committee, and has chaired several gala events and fundraisers.

http://www.abcsofwidowhood.com/

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Ramblings from a Budget Smart Girl

In Uncategorized on September 27, 2011 at 2:31 pm

Help a Family In Need

I know it’s not even October yet, but Thanksgiving isn’t that far away so I thought I’d share with you a Thanksgiving project sponsored by Silver Publishing. They are giving gift cards to a family in need so they can enjoy a holiday meal. When I heard about this I thought what a wonderful idea especially now so many people are unemployed and finding it hard to make ends meet. If you know of a family that could use some help, use this link to nominate them

https://spsilverpublishing.com/pages-title-page-30 

Or if you’d like to learn more about the project you can visit Silver Publishing homepage at www.spsilverpublishing.com

All You

I received my October issue of All You magazine yesterday. There’s an interesting article about loyalty cards. I have one from a local supermarket and use it to get discounts on gas. However, what caught my eye in this article was a site called http://www.savingstar.com/  You can have coupons put straight onto your card…like the idea of saving ink. And when you use the coupons you get points at this site that can used toward earning gift cards or cash. Definitely something to check out.

Planning Ahead

This last week I spend an extra few hours a day putting together meals I can freeze for future use. October is a busy month for me and I hate the idea I’ll fall back into bad habits. Like not putting together a grocery list or relying on more convenience foods etc. I’ve found one of the keys to saving money is to think and plan ahead.

I’m not sure if I’ve have time for any articles this week but I will be introducing you to two new contributors and next week kicks off with the October newsletter and some new features, including the first blog by our coupon expert Marcia.

Have a good week.

Here are some interesting articles from the week-

Budget Friendly Make-Up Finds-

http://shopping.yahoo.com/articles/yshoppingarticles/684/fall-makeup-must-haves-under-10/

Speaking of Thanksgiving, here’s an offer for a free booklet-

http://www.landolakes.com/Offers/HolidayOffers.aspx

And if you’ve got a good use for baking soda you could win some money-

http://www.armandhammer.com/Share-A-Secret.aspx?utm_source=Multibrand_September_2011&utm_medium=email&utm_content=Baking_Soda_Enter_Now_button&utm_campaign=Multibrand_September_2011

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Yogurt-Good for You…and your wallet

In Budget Smart Cook on September 22, 2011 at 4:51 pm

Every time I visit the supermarket there seems to be yet another new yogurt on the shelves. It’s good news for us because not only is it a good for you food, more yogurt means more competition and hence deals and lower prices too.

I know not everyone likes yogurt and if you’re one of them I’d recommend trying out a few because some are more platible than others. One thing I don’t suggest (once you’ve found a favorite) is buying the individual containers. I stick with the large 32 ounce tubs and will only buy single serving style ones when they’re on sale and the price is right.

Make Your  Own

 

For the last four years I’ve been making my own yogurt too. I purchased a Salton yogurt maker which wasn’t expensive and it makes eating yogurt even more budget friendly. All you need is some yogurt, milk, powdered milk and you’ve got a whole batch of homemade yogurt.

Make It in A Thermos

 

Earlier this year I wrote an article for a UK health magazine and got to interview Marisa Peer www.marisapeer.com  who’s the author of You Can Be Thin, she’s also a well known expert on many TV shows in the UK and has worked with everyone from royality to rock stars. She told me about yogurt that you can make in a thermos. I was intriqued and asked her for the recipe. I not only used it in my article but asked her if I could share it with you too.

Here it is-

How to make yogurt in a vacuum flask (BSG note-this is a thermos)

You need any type of vacuum flask wide mouthed flasks are easier any type of milk will work, cow’s milk, soy milk or sheeps or goat’s milk skimmed or full fat and you need a natural yogurt preferably live natural yogurt to start. Full-fat yogurt is generally less than 10 percent fat so it  does tend to have a richer, fuller flavour.  

Take the yogurt you are going to use as starter out of the fridge the day before you want to make yogurt. This lets the yogurt come up to room temperature.

Measure your flask so that you know how much liquid can be accommodated. Measurements here are for a flask of one pint.

Heat just under a pint of milk on the stove. Bring it up to just below boiling point and then let it cool to around 100 degrees Fahrenheit. A thermometer is useful but not strictly necessary. The milk should feel just slightly warm to touch. If you drop a drop of milk on the back of your hand it should not feel noticeably hot or cold. Anywhere from 95 to 105 degrees F is fine

Next, take a good spoonful of fresh yogurt (unflavoured) and mix it into the milk. Use a whisk or fork to ensure that the yogurt is well distributed . Pour the milk and yogurt mix into a wide-necked thermos and make sure that the lid is tightly stoppered. Wrap the flask in a towel to minimise heat loss through the lid. Put the flask in a warm place such as an airing cupboard or above the boiler.

In about 24 hours your yogurt should be ready you can continue to make yogurt using a spoonful from each batch for the next batch. Pour into a large bowl take out the amount you are to eat and add any ingredients of your choice to fresh fruit, nuts and seeds, a swirl of peanut butter, olives, honey whatever you wish.

 I think both of these ways of making yogurt are a wonderful projects to do with children. I know most of them love eating what they’re made so if they hate yogurt maybe this will change their minds.

Greek Yogurt

I don’t know anyone who doesn’t love Greek style yogurt. It used to be almost impossible to find at the supermarket but now the shelves are brimming with it. Problem is it costs more than the regular type. However, you know my motto find a way to eat it at a cheaper price. All it really is, is strained yogurt that has the whey removed. It’s simple to do yourself. I use a 32 ounce carton of plain yogurt. I take a large bowl, some cheesecloth and a strainer. I line the strainer with the cheesecloth and place it over the bowl and then tip the yogurt into the cheesecloth. It starts to drain immediately but I give the whole process 24 hours in the fridge just to make sure all the whey is removed. You’re left with a creamy yogurt that pairs with both savory and sweet items. I’ve used it in recipes and toppings for chili too.

Homemade Yogurt Treats

I kept a few containers (the divider type) from some yogurt I bought and use it for my strained yogurt and pair it with homemade jam. You can also use honey too. Perfect for breakfast or lunchboxes too.

Smoothies

And another thing I’ve been doing is freezing yogurt in pop molds, adding one to a freezer bag, adding frozen fruit, sealing it and leaving it in the freezer ready to make smoothies. All you need is some milk and they’re half the cost of the smoothie kits you see in the stores.

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Ramblings from a Budget Smart Girl

In The Blog on September 20, 2011 at 4:49 pm

Are watches becoming the new printers?

That’s what I asked myself last week when I purchased a new battery for my watch. With tax it cost $5.07. Sad thing is I’ve seen watches selling for as little as $9.99, especially around the holidays.  Sometimes I think it’s not worth buying ink cartridges with printer prices so low and now I’m thinking why buy a battery for my watch when I can get a new one for a couple of dollars more.

One thing I always had on my pantry supply list was breadcrumbs but then got into the habit of making my own. I discovered day old bread made the best kind. A couple of weeks ago while I was in Wal-Mart I stumbled upon a section that has day old bread for sale. I intended to buy some for making croutons and breadcrumbs but it tasted so good, I wondered why I was paying full price. The flavor and textures is the same as the freshly baked bread but these loaves cost $1.89 and a couple of them are artisan breads that are delicious for making sandwiches. I’ve been buying five or six at a time and freezing them and they’re just as good when they’ve been defrosted.

Here are some articles I found on the Web this week-

Saw this one listed in one of the freebies and deal e-mails I get daily and if you have a Kindle, unfortunately I don’t, check out this free cookbook

http://www.amazon.com/Everything-Chili-Cookbook-Cooking-ebook/dp/B0046H9KRM/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1316318987&sr=1-1

Sometimes cooking bloopers can cost you money, so this is a useful read-

http://shine.yahoo.com/channel/food/7-kitchen-tricks-you-should-know-2551725/

Some foods are more satisfying and therefore more budget friendly than others, so check out this list-

http://shine.yahoo.com/channel/health/8-foods-that-keep-you-full-and-4-that-don-t-2545588#photoViewer=12

Check out what’s hot in fall fashions and then check your closets-

http://shine.yahoo.com/event/fallstyle/14-of-the-most-wearable-fall-trends-2386670/#photoViewer=14

Later this week I’ll be introducing you to another of the new contributors and this week’s food focus is yogurt, a budget friendly food that’s good for you too.

Have a good week.

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Healthy Snacks…when you’re on a budget

In Budget Smart Cook on September 15, 2011 at 4:37 pm

We all love to snack. However, sometimes it’s these foods that push the grocery bill over budget and oftentimes they contain ingredients that aren’t always that great for us.

Finding a happy medium, great tasting good but yet won’t break the bank can be a challenge but here are some of my favorite stand bys-

Good Finds From Target

I’ll start with some products I recently got to sample thanks to the kind folks at Target. Check out their Market Pantry line which has a box of 18 packets of fruit snacks for just $2.54. You know I’m not usually a fan of individually wrapped items but I think at this price, these are the exception. They also have these attractive bottles of popcorn and seasoning mix, both are just $2.99 a piece. Perfect for a snack while you’re watching a movie. And thinking ahead they’d make the ideal holiday gift along with a gift card for a movie rental. Another ideal I came up with for the seasoning is to use it on homemade potato and tortilla chips.

Yogurt

More about yogurt next week, but here’s one of my favorite healthy and cheap snacks. homemade yogurt pops. Fill each container and freeze it for an hour or more and they’re ready anytime the afternoon or after school slump hits.

Edamame

Otherwise known as soybeans. I didn’t think I’d like them but they really are delicious. They cook in a few minutes so you can have some on hand in the fridge all the time. You can even use seasoning on them too.

Bulk Bin Goodies

When it comes to making homemade snacks nothing beats the bulk bins. Dried fruit, granola mix, nuts, you name it and at half the cost of the packaged mixes you see on the shelves.

Pinwheel Sandwiches

For me the ideal snack takes the edge off your hunger but doens’t ruin your appetite. Sometimes I’ll take a slice of bread, roll it out so it’s larger and then top it with cream cheese and herbs or PB and J, roll it up and cut it into bite size slices.

And Speaking of…

Peanut butter, yes, I know the prices are supposed to be going up but I still think it’s a bargain food. Try it on slices of apples…they’re getting cheaper now it’s apple season. Or on top of crackers.

Fruit

Yes, you can still grab some bargains in the produce department with fruits like peaches and nectarines…I bought mine for 99 cents a pound this week. Also I’ve seen sales on mangoes, grapes, apples and pears. I make a fruit salad at weekends,(add some fruit juice to stop the fruit from browning) and it’s there all week for snacking or topping for oatmeal or cereal.

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Ramblings From Budget Smart Girl

In Uncategorized on September 13, 2011 at 2:52 pm

I’ve given the weekly blog post a new name, Ramblings from Budget Smart Girl!

I finally held the garage sale on Friday and Saturday and have to say it wasn’t much of a success. Despite the gorgeous weather and signs posted everywhere the turnout was poor and what few people did show up were in a browsing and not buying mood. Can’t say that there was much a trend in what people did buy. Books and CDs and kitchen items mostly. And I’d say 95% of them made much lower offers on the sale price. On the plus side got to chat with the neighbors and even met some new people in the neighborhood.

Last week I reached a milestone…used a coupon for every single item I purchased at the grocery store. I matched manufacturer’s coupons with store coupons too, and shopped on double coupon day. Yes, it took some extra effort but it felt good looking at the receipt and seeing the savings.

Here’s one of my finds combining store and brand coupon that was doubled, each of these packs of soap cost just 50 cents a piece.

If you like me you’re a cat owner you might want to check out www.buythebesttrial.com where you can download a rebate form for a free bag of kitty litter.

Also, if you want to read up about organic farming and then test your knowledge visit http://www.ebfarm.com/WhyOrganic/OrganicQuiz.aspx If you get 100% correct you’re eligible for a $1 coupon.

I found this on the Yahoo UK site, seems it’s National Cupcake Week and check out these mouthwatering recipes. You can even make savory cupcakes which I think are perfect for using up leftovers for a cheap meal.

http://uk.lifestyle.yahoo.com/sweet-and-savory-cupcake-recipes.html

Thought this was an interesting article about ways to cut cable TV

http://finance.yahoo.com/family-home/article/113459/cable-tv-budget-friendly-alternatives-kiplinger

And read this one after you get your energy bill-

http://finance.yahoo.com/family-home/article/113465/top-energy-consuming-items-forbes

And if food prices weren’t high enough already-

http://financiallyfit.yahoo.com/finance/article-113449-10939-1-4-rising-food-costs-that-will-hurt-your-wallet?ywaad=ad0035

I heard coffee prices are set to drop but peanut butter is about to go up in price.

This week, another busy one for me so just the one article about low cost healthy snacks for afterschool or anytime the hunger pains strike.

Have a good week.

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Meet New Contributor Georgine Kaczmarek

In Budget Smart Girl's Guide on September 7, 2011 at 4:52 pm

 

Let me introduce you to the second new contributorto Budget Smart Girl, it’s Georgine Kaczmarek who started a site called Georgine Saves http://georginesaves.com/ She’ll be here every month to fill us in on the world of deals both online and in stores. Here’s a short interview with her.

Budget Smart Girl (BSG)-Tell us about yourself and your background?

Georgine Kaczmarek (GK)-I have been a professional penny pincher for over 40 years. I started when I was a teenager when I sent away for free premiums and I’ve been saving ever since! I live the suburbs of northern NJ with my husband, and have 2 married sons, one grandson, and another grandchild on the way. Saving money has always been my passion.

BSG-When did you start your Web site?

GK-The website was started in January 2009.

BSG-Any particular reason you decided to launch it?

GK-After my multiple appearances in magazines and on TV interviews had positive reader/viewer feedback, I decided I wanted to reach more people and offer them saving tips and timely deals. With our struggling economy, just about everyone can benefit with saving money, even if just a little bit here and there. Over the years I have given lectures and taught adult education classes on the art of using coupons, but my site allows me to give more because I post deals and tips all day long.

BSG-If someone’s new to deals and rebates, what are some beginner tips?

GK-Be sure to have your coupon codes ready for online ordering. Most likely, if there is a box asking for a coupon code, there is one available. Search for one if needed. For rebates make sure to save your cash register receipt, mail-in rebate form, and packaging. Too many times you do not have the right materials to qualify for the rebate. Be very aware of the date the offer is valid and must be postmarked by. Make copies of your submission including the address it was sent to and the dates you mailed them. And, most obviously, clip coupons! While it may be a little time consuming, the savings add up!

BSG-I love the idea that you include a list of Sunday coupons on the site, any suggestions for how we can get our hands on them if we don’t buy or subscribe to one?

GK-If you need coupons from Sunday newspapers ask friends, neighbors, and relatives to save you theirs. Check the local library… many have coupon exchanges. There are loads of printable online coupon sites to join as well. Keep your eyes opened in stores for special displays that have coupons, and also on the shelves near the actual product.

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The Blog-Great Coupon Booklet

In The Blog on September 6, 2011 at 5:14 pm

Hope everyone had a wonderful long holiday weekend. I have a busy fall ahead, writing, teaching, book tour, and this weekend, a garage sale. After putting it off every week this summer I decided the weather’s cooler and I need to clean out the garage and basement.

This past weekend I made another batch of peach jam and also found a great deal on strawberries at Wal-Mart so made a batch of strawberry jam too. Can’t wait to add them to oatmeal when the weather turns cold.

Last week I stumbled across one of my favorite finds, the great coupon booklet from Morningstar Farms. It was in the freezer section so be on the lookout for it in your store too.

And you know how I’m always telling you about All You magazine, they have a new feature that I just love. A grocery circular that let’s you see all the deals in your area without leaving the house. It’s a wonderful way to plan your meals and grocery shopping. Here is the link http://www.allyou.com/static/weekly-circulars/

Some other interesting things I found online this past week-

Don’t know about you but I often wonder if my car actually needs service or repairs so this made for some  interesting reading-

http://autos.yahoo.com/news/confessions-of-a-car-dealership-service-manager.html

If I’m not busy enough already I actually checked this one out!

http://financiallyfit.yahoo.com/finance/article-113435-10898-2-fall-home-renovation-projects?ywaad=ad0035&nc

Don’t you wish when you bought something it would last forever? This might help-

http://financiallyfit.yahoo.com/finance/article-113328-10701-2-how-to-make-home-appliances-last-longer?ywaad=ad0035&nc

It’s a short work week so no regular article but I will be introducing you to the second new contributor who will give us the inside scoop on getting the best deals on the Web and in the stores.

Have a good week.

 

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Budget Smart Girl Newsletter-September 2011

In Budget Smart Girl's Newsletter on September 1, 2011 at 3:19 pm

I know I say it every month but this time it’s where did summer go? Some stores have Halloween items on display and yesterday a Christmas catalog arrived in my mailbox.  It’s still a great time to grab some bargains from summer leftovers. I’m seeing huge discounts on summer clothing, yard and garden items and yes, still lots of bargains to be hand with back to school stuff. Best time of the year to stock your home office too.

Summer Recipes

I’ve been meaning to pass along these recipes to you so thought they’d be perfect for Labor Day. They all look tempting and I’m going to give the salmon recipe a try this weekend. If you want to check out more recipes like this visit www.Mizkan.com.  Thank you to them for passing these along-

 

Chicken Lettuce Bundles with Sesame Herb Dressing

Makes 6 lettuce bundles

Not a salad, not a sandwich–just a terrific flavor combination

to eat out of hand. Use leftover cooked chicken or rotisserie

chicken for added convenience.

INGREDIENTS

Sesame Herb Dressing:

2/3 cup mayonnaise

1/4 cup, plus 1 Tbsp. NAKANO Seasoned Rice Vinegar Original or Roasted Garlic, divided

1/3 cup chopped fresh mint

1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro or basil

1 tsp. toasted sesame oil

2 green onions, finely chopped

1 Tbsp. minced fresh ginger (optional)

Lettuce Bundles:

2 small avocados, not too soft

8 to 10 oz. cooked chicken, shredded

1 small cucumber, cut in 1/4-inch cubes

1/2 cup matchstick carrots

6 large Romaine lettuce leaves

DIRECTIONS

Combine mayonnaise and 1/4-cup rice vinegar with remaining dressing ingredients in a small bowl or pitcher; whisk to blend. Cut avocados in half, remove pits and peel. Cut into small cubes, place in a bowl and toss with remaining 1 tablespoon seasoned rice vinegar.

To assemble lettuce bundles, place a lettuce leaf on each serving plate. Drizzle center of lettuce with Sesame Herb Dressing. Top with 1/3 cup chicken, 2 tablespoons diced cucumbers, 1 tablespoon carrots, and about 1/4 cup diced avocado. Drizzle with more dressing. Fold sides of lettuce up and eat taco style.

 

Coconut-Lime Marinated Shrimp

Makes 6 to 8 servings

Serve shrimp with coconut-lime sauce over hot cooked rice.
INGREDIENTS
1-1/4 lbs. raw, peeled shrimp (26/30 size or about 40 shrimp)
1 can (13.5 oz.) coconut milk
1/3 cup NAKANO Seasoned Rice Vinegar—Red pepper
1 Tbsp. reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 Tbsp. minced fresh ginger
2 large cloves garlic, minced
Grated peel of 2 limes
1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper (optional)
8 to 10 skewers (8 to 10-inches)
DIRECTIONS
Place shrimp in a sealable gallon plastic bag. Shake can of coconut milk, open and pour into medium bowl or 2-cup measuring cup. Stir in Nakano seasoned rice vinegar, soy sauce, ginger, garlic and lime peel. Pour over shrimp and shake bag gently to coat. Seal bag and refrigerate 4 hours, turning bag over once.

If using wood skewers, soak skewers in water 30 minutes. Preheat broiler, or preheat grill to medium heat. Drain shrimp reserving marinade in a small saucepan. Thread 4 to 5 shrimp onto each skewer. Broil or grill 3 minutes; turn over and cook 3 minutes more. Meanwhile, bring marinade to a boil; boil for 1 full minute. Serve sauce with shrimp, over rice if desired.

Pan-Roasted Salmon with Black-Bean Garlic Sauce

Serves 4 to 6

INGREDIENTS
1/4-cup NAKANO Seasoned Rice Vinegar Red Pepper
2-teaspoons soy sauce
2 -teaspoons Asian (toasted) sesame oil
4-skinless salmon fillets (1-3/4 to 2 lbs)
Freshly ground black pepper
1-tablespoon vegetable oil
4-teaspoons black bean garlic sauce*
3-medium green onions, minced
1-tablespoon minced fresh ginger
DIRECTIONS
In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar, soy sauce, and sesame oil; set aside. Pat salmon dry with paper towels; remove bones. Lightly season salmon with pepper.

In a 12-inch non-stick skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Cook salmon on one side until well browned, about 4 minutes; remove skillet from heat. Carefully turn salmon over; spread 1 teaspoon bean sauce over each fillet. Drizzle vinegar mixture over salmon; sprinkle with onions and ginger. Cover; cook over medium heat until salmon is done as desired, about 2 to 4 minutes.

To serve, spoon sauce in pan over salmon.

 *Note: Black bean garlic sauce is available in Asian markets and the Asian section in supermarkets.

Budget Smart Girl Note-I think you could even use just black beans and a hint of garlic.

September is…

Besides being the month with Labor Day and the first day of fall it’s also National Yoga Month. If you’re like me and keep saying you’ll give classes a try check out www.yogamonth.org . You can get sign up for one free week of classes. Great way to check it out before you commit

And it’s also Better Breakfast Month. Look for all things related to the first meal of the day going on sale and check out www.betterbreakfast.org for ideas and recipes too.

Fall Fashion

Budget Smart Girl is still looking for a fashion expert to blog each month so if you know anyone who yes, excuse the pun, fits the bill, I’d love to have them e-mail me. In the meantime I decided to check on what’s hot this fall. Seems maxi skirts are smoking hot, so is camel, anything with polka dots and both the Western look and anything inspired by the TV show Mad Men. I bet you can find something in your closet that fits into one of those categories. I know I can.

The Battle of The Yogurts

Seems the yogurt market is growing every day and remember the free coupon I told you about last week? There’s another one this week and this time it’s from Activia. Here’s the link http://activia.us.com/products/enjoy_activia_selects.aspx

Articles On the Web I liked-

Here are some of my favorite money related topics I found on the Internet-

Freebies

Who doesn’t love something free-

http://shopping.yahoo.com/articles/yshoppingarticles/665/fabulous-freebies/

Some of these are inexpensive foods too-

http://shine.yahoo.com/channel/health/9-bad-foods-you-should-be-eating-2533750#photoViewer=9

When You Want to Get the Most Out of Your Food Dollar-

http://shine.yahoo.com/channel/food/how-to-cook-everything-a-little-better-2535216/

What to Buy in September

Lots of fall produce starting to hit the stores-

  • New to the Stores: artichokes, kale, winter squash, pomegranates, and pistachios
  • At their Peak: basil, cucumber, eggplant, tomatoes, apples, and grapes
  • Grab them While You Can: melons, Bartlett pears, plums, potatoes, and summer squash

And Finally-

For anyone living in Texas or traveling there this weekend I was sent information about this deal you might like to check out-

Labor Day Summer Finale package at the Horseshoe Bay Resort: End the summer with a splash at this charming resort in Texas Hill Country. The package is tailored to a family of four and includes standard guest room accommodations, choice of ski boat, pontoon boat or WaverRunner rentals, Labor Day commemorative tee shirts, unlimited on-property activities that includes banana boat rides and fish camp, four tickets to Lantana Grill’s Tex-Mex buffet, 20% off Bayside Spa Services, 50% off golf green fees at all Horseshoe Bay Resort golf courses, and 30% on tennis court rentals. Offer valid September 3 – 5, 2011.

                Website: http://www.hsbresort.com/ 

 Have a wonderful month.

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