Couponing

Ok, so when people would mention couponing before, I would always think it was not for me. It is sooooo time consuming, and I just didn't know if it was worth it. Well, for M.O.P.S. yesterday, we had a speaker who talked about budgeting. It got me thinking of ways that we really need to be saving. Then, later that day a friend mentioned to me a website: southernsavers.com . I decided to take a look at it, even though I was skeptical. And what do you know, I became slightly obsessed. Here in GA, and I know in AL as well, we have a grocery store named Publix. They always have lots of buy 1 get 1 free deals. This website gives all the secrets about how to use coupons on top of the deals to get things for little of nothing. Basically, the website does all the work for you. Anyway, to make a long story short, I spent Landry's naptime today mapping out a plan to shop at Publix and grab some great steals. I could hardly wait for her to wake up. Once she did, I took my list and my STACK of coupons and we headed there. I loaded my buggy with all the things I planned to buy and went to check out. I watched as my total began to shrink. The little asian lady behind me watched too. She kept saying, "you already saved $20, now $30......" I had this lady convinced by the time I was finished checking out. I had saved almost $90 with the store savings and the coupons. It was quite a victorious time in my life.

I think I just might stick with the couponing. Thanks Mandy for the suggestion!