Closing up Shop

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For those of you who are still hanging around reading, or who may stumble across this post in the future, I wanted to say thank you!

For what? For reading, encouraging and sharing in this frugal journey with me. I started this site earlier this year as a creative outlet following a difficult time. I believe that it has now served its purpose for me.

So, I must announce, that with the baby coming, I am closing down The Homemakers Resource. It was a difficult decision, but one a long time coming. I love blogging and deal hunting, but I need to focus on the higher calling of mommying and wife-ing.

I may come back some day, but for now, I must bid you all a fond farewell. It has been a fun ride. :-)

Menu Planning Monday

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Check out my best tips for Menu Planning! Also, don't forget to print out a worksheet to compile your menu plan.

Breakfasts:

Lunches:
  • Leftovers
  • Soup and Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
Dinners:

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Target Deals through 3.21.09

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Walgreens Deals through 3.21.09

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New to Walgreens shopping? Check out the beginner's guide.

Check out the circular ONLINE.

Ok, fellow Walgreen's shoppers, here is the lowdown for this week:

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CVS Deals through 3.21.09

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Need some help learning the CVS game? Check my beginner's guide.

Ok, fellow CVS Shoppers, here are the deal matchups this week:

Check out the Circular ONLINE.

Don't forget to check out my opinion of CVS PDF Coupons, and to download a CVS planning page HERE.

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Grocery Shopping Success!

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Yet another week with no picture. Hopefully my hubby will figure out what is wrong with the link between my camera and the computer before next week.

I had the pleasure of shopping with my friend Teri! We had lots of fun finding great bargains!

Here is what I got this week:

  • 2 boxes of Orville Redenbacher Simply Salted Popcorn
  • 2 boxes Uncle Ben's Brown Rice
  • 2 packets Bertolli Mushroom Sauce
  • 1 1/4 lb bananas
  • 1 cantaloupe
  • 1 canister Parmesan/Romano cheese
  • 1 can Olive Oil cooking spray
  • 1 loaf 100% Whole Wheat Bread
  • 2 packages Thomas' English Muffins
  • 2 cartons Breyer's Ice Cream
  • 4 cartons Tai Pe Chinese Food
  • 1 Tombstone Supreme Pizza
  • 2 boxes Mrs. T's Pierogies
  • 2 tubs Curley's baked beans
  • 1 gal milk
  • 1 gal OJ
  • 16 oz Friendship Cottage Cheese
  • 8 oz sour cream
  • 1 dozen eggs
  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 2lb bottom round roast
  • 4lb fryer chicken
  • 2 bottles Electrosol dishwasher detergent
Total Retail Value: $124.47
Total Out of Pocket: $55.38
Total Saved: 55%

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Publix Deals through 3.18.09

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Don't forget to use the $5/$50 Albertsons coupon from this week's circular as a competitors coupon when you shop at Publix this week.

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Walgreens Deals through 3.14.09

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New to Walgreens shopping? Check out the beginner's guide.

Check out the circular ONLINE.

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CVS Deals through 3.14.09

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Need some help learning the CVS game? Check my beginner's guide.

Ok, fellow CVS Shoppers, here are the deal matchups this week:

Check out the Circular ONLINE.

Don't forget to check out my opinion of CVS PDF Coupons, and to download a CVS planning page HERE.

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Target Deals through 3.14.09

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Publix: FL Store Policies (in General)

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So, this savings thing can be very confusing, but hopefully we can clarify the way Publix couponing policy works, in general, in Florida (where The Homemaker's Resource is based).

Publix is a multi-state company, and the "rules" in Florida are different than in the other states. However, be aware, that these guidelines may vary somewhat at an individual store.

Q. What types of coupons will Publix accept?

  • Publix will accept both clipped coupons and internet printable coupons from reputable sites.
Q. How many coupons can I use on Buy One Get One deals?
  • You can use one manufacturer's coupon for each item. That means you can use two coupons for each Buy One Get One Deal.
Q. Can I use BOTH a manufacturer's coupon AND a Publix coupon on the same item?
  • Yes, as long as the wording of the coupon does not prohibit doing so. In fact, this is a great way to get some HUGE savings. This means that if you are doing a BOGO deal, you can use up to 4 coupons (2 manufacturer's coupons and 2 Publix coupons).
Q. The sign in my Publix window says that they accept competitor's coupons, what does that mean?
  • It means that if you get a dollars off coupon from another store, you can use it at Publix to get the same savings. In other words, the Coupon would be worded something like this: "Take $5 off your order of $50 or more" or "Take $1.00 off Tropicana Juice."
  • The stores which your Publix considers to be competitors may not be the same as the stores other Publix stores accept coupons from. Ask as the customer service desk to know which coupons you can use at your store.
  • For my local readers, most Publix stores in our area will accept coupons from Albertson's, Sweetbay Supermarket, and Walgreens.
Q. Does Publix price match?
Q. Does Publix double coupons?
  • Publix stores in Florida do not double coupons. Stores in other states do.
Q. If I only want to get one item that is on Buy One Get One sale, can I get just one item and pay half the price?
  • Not in Florida. Stores in other states may allow this, stores in Florida do not.

This is just a brief run-down of how Publix generally handles deals and coupons. Please leave me any questions you have, and I'll add to the Q&A!

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