Daily Archives: July 4, 2011

June in Review

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Yes, I realize it is July 4th. But Kendall’s birthday occurred on the first and I wanted her to have a day of post all alone!

Blogging: 7 post for the month. This seems to be closed to where I am staying for the year. I am okay with that but want to get more in the swing of things and at least post “Wordless Wednesdays” and Coupon Blessing on a regular basis. I should be ahead of the time this month with 4 post in 4 day, so thankful for the holiday. The goal is 15.

Devotions:This seems to be hit or miss. Our Pastor is currently preaching out of the book of Deuteronomy. He requested that we read the book along with him. I am trying to use that as at least one of my devotions. I am suppose to ready Chapter 5 today. I also need to get ready for next quiz year so that should encourage me as well. Goal: 3 per week.

Couponing/Grocery Budgeting: I did not stay “way under for the month of June” but instead ended up at $879 for the month. Harris Teeter has ran both a Super Doubles and a Triples event in the month so that at least explains the overage. I definitely do have a stockpile now. One thing that should make a nice impact on this year is the fact that Matt and I are making a menu plan for the week. This allows us to know and use the items we already have as well as helps Matt not have to rush around and “figure” out what to fix for dinner. The most exciting development in this area is that yesterday (Sunday) we were able to provide a couple at church with a “blessing” from our stockpile. I estimate the value to be about $100. I have also been able provide toiletries to my parents. It feels so awesome to give stuff away! Our Grocery Budget is set at $800 per month, this includes diapers, cleaning supplies, food and toiletries.


Financially: We were able to pay off one small credit card this month however due to expected income not arriving I did not place any money in savings or the auto fund. July will be a different month as well since we are going to the beach for 5 days. Goals in this area: Emergency fund of $1000, car fund equal to a payment of $300 each month and by January- debt free except for mortgage.

Weight– Have not even stepped on the scale. This will become a propriety in the next couple of months maybe?

Coupon Blessing 7/3

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These items are good deals (free or cheap) that can be used for personal use or donated. This week, the deals require two transactions in order to reduce out of pocket expenses.
CVS Pharmacy

Transaction 1-Oral B Advantage or Cross Action Toothbrush $3
Use $2 off coupon from Proctor & Gamble circular and purchase one. You will pay $1 plus tax out of pocket and earn $1 in ECB for this.

Transaction 2- (2) VO5 Shampoo or Conditioner for $0.82 each
Use the 1 ECB from the first transaction to pay less than $1 for two containers.

You will have spent less than $2.50 on all 3 items.

Another EXCELLENT deal this week is Coke Product for 0.69 each. There is a limit of 5 per transaction/day. These are not tracked on your card but you must present your card to get the price. I am planning on stocking up this week so I will be make a trip each day for 5 bottles!