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| homemade Canadian bacon pizza: I used the leftover bread dough for crust |
Today I took the bus to CVS and bought some mouth rinses and toilet paper. As some of you know, I use Dr. Ellie's system for preventive dentistry. It has made a huge difference in my dental bills. The mouthwashes are expensive, so I take advantage of sales and coupons.
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| finished the first blue striped sock |
I found the Closys on sale. If you buy one, you get the second one at half price. The cashier let me open the boxes and use the $1.00 off coupons inside, as well. She gave me $2.00 back in cash coupons, which I used to buy some Listerine and ACT. That purchase came with another $1.00 coupon for toothbrushes, which I also needed. It all really adds up; it just meant going to the cashier three times. There was no line, though, so it took barely any time. I saved $12.00, and she gave me another $2.00 cash coupon.
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| The sparrows have returned and built two nests above the chicken coop |
I sat at the bus stop and worked on my second sock. The first one is finished, and it fits perfectly. I may send these to a friend of mine in Pittsburgh. I think she would really like them. I also sent a photo to the lady who gave me the yarn. She was pleased to hear that I am enjoying it. It's so luxurious to work with; I think it must have silk or cashmere in it. There is no label. It will go perfectly with light blue jeans.
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Wow $12 of savings. That's great. Like you said, it all adds up.
ReplyDeleteThe sock looks so comfortable and pretty. I'm sure your friend will love it.
Thanks Nil. Yes, it does all add up over time. Thanks for the encouragement.
DeleteGreat deals today! Love the socks. Colors are so nice. X Chy
ReplyDeleteHi Chy, Thank you. I love the colors, too.
DeleteYour pizza looks delicious and your sock looks nice and warm! I, too, like to use coupons when I can for various items. Every little bit helps, as you say. :) I used to have sparrows nesting in the corners of my garage, but, they don't do so, anymore. I think the garden cats make them too nervous. Hope you have a good day, tomorrow.
ReplyDeleteHi Bless, I'm sure the cats do frighten them. I love coupons, too.
DeleteJust catching up with all your recent posts now, Stephenie. It's great to make savings on toiletries. I have a little set of drawers on wheels in our bathroom where I stockpile things like toothpaste and toothbrushes, floss and so on. I only buy these when they are on a good sale. We also each get a dental pack twice a year with our check-ups. That means 6 tubes of toothpaste, brushes and floss too.
ReplyDeleteYour sourdough looks delicious too! Meg:)
Hi Meg, I buy those items on sale, too. My favorite is ten boxes of toothpaste for $10.00.
DeleteYou really know how to use the CVS system! Good for you. I will go 5 or 6 years between visits to the doctor (my aversion to the doctor is almost pathological), but I go to the dentist every 6 months on the dot. We do have dental insurance which has been a big help over the years. I see several birds starting to nest around the yard and in the eaves next door. It is a sure sign of spring!
ReplyDeleteHi Anita, Yes, it is. It's wonderful to hear the birds singing during the day, too. Even the chickens are laying eggs again.
DeleteThat sock is gorgeous and the pizza looks yummy! Bobi
ReplyDeleteHi Bobi, Thank you! The pizza was delicious. I am working on the second sock now.
DeleteThose socks look smashing. I would happily stand in a queue several times to save a few pounds.
ReplyDeleteThanks Cherie. I love this yarn, and it was a gift.
DeleteI have just found your blog and I think that it is quite delightful. So, I'll be reading posts from earlier. Lucky me!
ReplyDeleteHi Susan, Welcome, and thank you for introducing yourself. I am so happy to hear that you are enjoying my blog.
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