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28Feb 2012 by holly

My Breakfast Oatmeal Raisins Cookie Recipe

This was an experiment recipe that I created a couple weeks ago. Yum! They worked out really well. The kids love these and so does my husband. I wanted to make a no butter, low sugar and moist oatmeal cookie recipe. I did just that. The best part is it is they aren't too "sweet" and they have so many good qualities: oatmeal, dried fruit and whole wheat flour. The secret is soaking the raisins in water ahead of time. The raisins are super plump and moist. These came out to be super moist and stay that way for days. Of course the cookies don't last long because they are gone. Ingredients: 1 1/2 cup whole wheat flour 1 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp baking powder 3/4 tsp salt 1-2…

28Feb 2012 by holly

Meal Planning – 2/27/12

Meal Planning, Uncategorized

This is week 9 on creating a meal plan for the week. Yesterday, was a busy day! That is why I'm late in posting this. The weather in Northern Virginia was beautiful so we had to get outside and go to the park. Thanks to Grandma for the help! The boys had a great time crawling and Doodle had a great time playing on the slides and swings. Monday: Breakfast: Cereal Lunch PB&J Picknick Dinner: Homemade pizza Tuesday:Breakfast Waffles Lunch PB&J Dinner: Stuffed Peppers Wednesday: Breakfast My homemade Oatmeal Breakfast cookie (I'll post about this shortly!) Yum! Lunch Yogurt/fruit and soup Dinner: Bacon Noodle Surprise Thursday: Breakfast Oatmeal and cereal Lunch Leftovers Dinner: Mac & cheese Friday: Breakfast Cereal Lunch Fastfood Dinner: Chicken Club Sandwich (might make it grilled instead) Saturday:…

25Feb 2012 by holly

Printable Internet Coupons Update

Coupons, Uncategorized

It's the end of the month and it is time to make sure you print out all of the printable internet coupons before they aren't available any more. Hurry! These won't last long! 25% OFF PAINTS & STAINS, 15% OFF PAINTING SUPPLIES at Sherwin-Williams Save 80¢ ON FOUR when you buy FOUR any flavor Hamburger Helper®, Tuna Helper® OR Chicken Helper® Home Cooked Skillet Meals SAVE $1.00 on the purchase of any two (2) HORMEL® COMPLEATS® microwave meals SAVE $1.00 off Dial® for Men Speed Foam Body Wash (Redeemable at Walmart) $1.00 OFF any Mitchum or Mitchum for Women product. Except trial sizes and multipacks (Available at Walmart) SAVE 40¢ ON TWO when you buy any TWO Pillsbury® Sweet Rolls OR Grands!® Sweet Rolls SAVE $1.00 on the purchase of…

23Feb 2012 by holly

Calling all Yard Sales! Yard Sales! Which ones can people participate in?

Uncategorized, Yard Sale

I'm interested this year in doing a yard sale but my location isn't very good for one. We are looking at doing a yard sale in a neighborhood or community center. I'm sure I'm not the only one in the same position. I love going to Yard sales. My family are yard/garage sale enthusiasts. In addition, I'm sure there are people out there that want to advertise their yard sale. To all of my readers do you know of a neighborhood or community center that is planning a yard sale event this spring? If so, please leave a comment with your Yard Sale Participation information or email me at redberrydeals (at) gmail (dot) com. Where is it? When is it? Day and Time. Does it cost anything to participate? If…

23Feb 2012 by holly

2012 Savings Challenge

2012 Savings Challenge, Uncategorized

Come join me! Please leave a comment below of what your financial goals are this year! Let's work together to achieve them. I'm super excited to share our 2012 Savings Challenge. Of course, I'm sharing this in February. Time flies when you are having fun. As most of my readers know, in March 2011 we were blessed with identical twin boys! It amazes me that we have survived the year. We also have "Doodle" our wonderful daughter who is a great big sister. If you missed it this is the review of 2011. 2012 Savings Challenge Our financial goals for 2012: Short term goals Refinancing our mortgage. Rates are very low and it makes perfect sense. I highly recommend refinancing but be prepared for anything! In January, we…

23Feb 2012 by holly

Bloom Deals 2/22/12 – 2/25/12

Bloom, Uncategorized

Thanks to Sarah from Capitally Frugal for the Bloom deals. Boom Grocery Stores will be converting to Food Lion on Sunday, February 26, 2012. These prices will only be valid until Saturday, February 25, 2012. Check your store for details. Starting next week, Sarah is planning to do matchups for Food Lion prices in the DC Metro area. Top deals are and additional deals can be found HERE: Olivia’s Organics Salad – $2.50 Use $1.00/1, found here. Final Price: $1.50 Pacific Foods Organic Bisque – $2.50 Use $1.00/1, found here. Final Price: $1.50 Pacific Natural Foods Broth – $2.99 Use $1.00/1, found here. Final Price: $1.99 Reynolds Wrap – $2.99 Use $0.75/1, found in 1/22 Smart Source insert Final Price: $1.49 Coffee-mate Natural Bliss Creamer – $2.00 Use $0.55/1, found…

23Feb 2012 by holly

SHOPPERS: Free 18 count Large Eggs w/$25 purchase Facebook coupon valid 2/24/12-2/26/12

Coupons, Shoppers, Uncategorized

Starting Friday, 2/24/12-Sunday 2/26/12, get18 count eggs absolutely FREE with your purchase of $25.00 or more and your Exclusive Facebook Coupon (see coupon for details). Combine this coupon with the great deals this week. Limit one discount per coupon and limit one coupon per person or household. Additional purchase requirement excludes sales tax and the value of the “FREE” item(s) and is calculated BEFORE any manufacturers’ coupons are deducted. Click HERE for the coupon!

22Feb 2012 by holly

SHOPPERS Food deals & coupon matchups for 2/23/12-2/29/12

Coupons, general, Shoppers, Uncategorized

Here are some of the best Shoppers Food deals for the week of 2/23/12-2/29/12. I focus on the Northern Virginia ads. Please check your local ad before shopping. I also try and focus my coupon match-ups using the Washington Post and other Washington Area regional insert coupons. SHOPPERS will double the value of valid manufacturers’ coupons with a face-value of up to 99¢ Shoppers stores in the Washington, DC metro will double valid manufacturers’ coupons with a face-value up to $0.99 everyday, with a limit of 4 identical coupons that can be doubled in one transaction. Shoppers will accept valid internet manufacturers’ coupons with a face-value of up to $7.01. For more info, click HERE. Don’t forget to look for this week’s Facebook coupon for FREE items with a $25…

21Feb 2012 by holly

Meal Planning – 2/20/12

Meal Planning, Uncategorized

This is week 8 on creating a meal plan for the week. Yesterday, was a busy day. My boys aren't feeling well so I didn't have the time to post like I hoped. Monday: Breakfast: Cereal Lunch fast food lunch out Dinner: Breakfast Boritos Tuesday:Breakfast Cereal Lunch PB&J Dinner: Seafood with Oriental noodles Wednesday: Breakfast Waffles Lunch Pasta Os and Black Beans Dinner: Spinach Pie Thursday: Breakfast Oatmeal and cereal Lunch PB&J Dinner: Hamburger Helper with veggie Friday: Breakfast Cereal Lunch Fastfood Dinner: Meatloaf (freezer) with veggie Saturday: Breakfast Eggs Lunch Takeout Dinner: Pasta with Meatballs Sunday: Breakfast Eggs Lunch leftovers Dinner: leftovers or Pizza What’s for dinner at your house tonight? Thanks to HealthyMenuMailer.com for the awesome meal plan chart. Check it out HERE. Thanks to orgjunkie.com for the …

19Feb 2012 by holly

NVPOM Consignment Sale – 3/10/12

Consignment, general, Uncategorized

WHAT: Huge childrens' consignment sale! Great bargains on strollers, furniture, books, games, dress-up, shoes, maternity, sports, safety equipment and other baby gear. Clothes from preemie to about size 6 or 7. Credit cards are accepted. Not stroller accessible. Sponsored by the Northern Virginia Parents of Multiples (www.nvpom.org/sale). WHEN: Saturday, March 10, 2012 9:00 am to 1:00 pm (doors close at 11:15, floor is cleared and a half-price sale starts at noon) WHERE: Luther Jackson Middle School 3020 Gallows Road, Falls Church, VA 22042 (near the intersection of I-495 and Rt. 50) WHO is NVPOM? If you live in northern Virginia and have (or are pregnant with) twins, triplets, or higher order multiples, then this club is for you! The Northern Virginia Parents of Multiples (NVPOM) is a volunteer group that…

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