tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-68613754099766616772012-01-30T12:38:49.797-05:00Getting a Glimpse into My Everyday World of Frugal Living and Homeschooling.Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.comBlogger11241100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-89208657586090955372012-01-30T12:12:00.000-05:002012-01-30T12:12:36.742-05:00

I really have been doing menu planning over the last several months, but I haven’t taken the time to post them due to life getting very busy on me and reducing my time spent on the computer.  Now that a new year has started and I have a routine pretty much figured out, I am finding that getting back into menu planning is a great asset for those busy days and weeks because I am not having the

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Just a reminder, that I am using a West Michigan sale ad and my Meijer does NOT double coupons! Also do not forget to check the two pages of Mealbox coupons for more coupons and use my coupon link in my sidebar. GROCERY DEALS: Texas Red Grapefruit (15 lb bag) $4.99  Blueberries (pint) or Raspberries (6 oz) 2/$5  Large Red or Golden Delicious, Braeburn or Jonagold Apples 99¢/lb 

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-87553728578503406552012-01-16T14:08:00.000-05:002012-01-16T14:24:48.456-05:00

Just a reminder, that I am using a West Michigan sale ad and my Meijer does NOT double coupons! Also do not forget to check the two pages of Mealbox coupons for more coupons and use my coupon link in my sidebar. This week, Meijer is having a Meijer brand 10 for $10 sale!  You will find a complete list of all the items included in the sale below. 10 FOR $10 SALE!!  ~Buy 10 Items, Get the

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-40055272847404820462012-01-09T22:02:00.002-05:002012-01-29T16:04:23.432-05:00

Just a reminder, that I am using a West Michigan sale ad and my Meijer does NOT double coupons! Also do not forget to check the two pages of Mealbox coupons for more coupons and use my coupon link in my sidebar. GROCERY DEALS: Meijer Fresh Family Pack Grade A Chicken Drumsticks and Thighs … 99¢/lb Lean Ground Beef … $3.99/lb Meijer Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts … $6.49  Boneless

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-65562129545345051312011-12-18T19:07:00.001-05:002011-12-18T19:11:35.302-05:00

My pastor shared this song as part of his message today. I love the message of the song. No matter what problems or troubles we have with family or friends this Christmas lets remember the true meaning Christmas...that God sent His son, Jesus to come to earth as a baby and later take all of our sins to the cross and die for us. Without Him coming we would have had to die in our sins. We

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I love to bake!  I love to share my creations with others! What better time to share baked goods with friends and neighbors than at the holiday season. I am going to share with you how to make up holiday sample plates for gift giving to your friends and neighbors for the holidays. After the Thanksgiving bustle is finished, I take the time to write down a list of goodies (around a dozen) and

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-36425994647630001812011-12-12T15:13:00.005-05:002012-01-10T13:59:58.598-05:00

Just a reminder, that I am using a West Michigan sale ad and my Meijer does NOT double coupons! Also do not forget to check the two pages of Mealbox coupons for more coupons and use my coupon link in my sidebar. GROCERY DEALS: Hillshire Lil’ Smokies 2/$5 -$1.00/2 printable cpn -$1.00/2 mPerks Cooks Shank or Butt Portions Ham $1.29/lb (limit 2) Certified Angus Beef Ground Beef from

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-75151147264470624862011-11-30T09:57:00.001-05:002011-12-12T15:03:14.291-05:00

Just a reminder, that I am using a West Michigan sale ad and my Meijer does NOT double coupons! Also do not forget to check the two pages of Mealbox coupons for more coupons and use my coupon link in my sidebar. GROCERY DEALS: Mann's Snacks on the go 4/$5 55/1 printable cpn Pork shoulder Bone-In Country Style Ribs $1.49/lb  Kahns or Ball Park Meat Franks 3/$5  Fresh Pork Spareribs

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-55707443744132727142011-11-24T12:15:00.001-05:002011-11-29T11:40:50.288-05:00

I am one that likes to follow recipes when I bake and not tweak recipes if I can help it.  I like to go for those tried and true or family recipes that have been passed down over the years.  Experimenting in the kitchen is just not something I like to do on a regular basis. However, I decided to step out of my box and try something different for breakfast and tweak my Mom's buttermilk pancakes

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-88689810311447333702011-11-11T10:53:00.000-05:002011-11-11T10:04:39.545-05:00

As a wife of a Persian Gulf War veteran and a relative of veterans of WWII, Korea and Vietnam, I want to say thank you to those men, and women that are serving our country. I also want to say thank you to the families of those who served our country and gave their lives.

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There are some high value coupons that you can print at the Believe in Heroes website. Each of the companies(All, Sweet Baby Ray's, Heinz, Minute Maid, Ocean Spray, & Motts to name a few) represented in the coupons has donated to and supported the Wounded Warrior Project to help wounded veterans. 

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-34535098133114774872011-10-24T19:51:00.000-04:002011-11-30T10:24:03.060-05:00

Just a reminder, that I am using a West Michigan sale ad and my Meijer does NOT double coupons! Also do not forget to check the two pages of Mealbox coupons for more coupons and use my coupon link in my sidebar. GROCERY DEALS: Meijer Family Pack Chicken Drumsticks or Thighs 99¢/lb  Pork Shoulder Bone-In Country Style Ribs $1.69/lb  Cook’s Shank or Butt Portion Ham $1.79/lb Eckrich

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-46072452948551872412011-10-01T20:03:00.000-04:002011-10-06T13:01:22.429-04:00

This week's shopping trips was my major shopping for this pay period. Despite the sale ads not being that great I was able to get several things for cheap or free and use coupons that were going to expire. I did two trips to Meijer this week and did very well. I got some free candy bars, cheap taco seasoning and taco sauce, along with some cheap cottage cheese and breaded fish. Along with my

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-62353415450563525842011-10-01T11:16:00.001-04:002011-10-01T11:19:58.933-04:00

1st trip: 8 candy bars 2 Pepsi 2 liters  2 bags Chex Mix  4 boxes Pizza Rolls  2 boxes Eggo waffles  1 jar Dole Peaches  3 Warm Delight Brownies  1 Juicy Juice 64 oz   I used a $2 off next shopping order Cat that I had along with coupons that were going to expire today and MPerks. My total out of pocket: $15.60 My total savings: $22.08 Here is one scenario from my 1st trip to Meijer: 2

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-53486392860252521942011-09-12T09:24:00.002-04:002011-09-12T09:24:47.340-04:00

Just a reminder, that I am using a West Michigan sale ad and my Meijer does NOT double coupons! Also do not forget to check the two pages of Mealbox coupons for more coupons and use my coupon link in my sidebar. PROMOTIONS: Promo: Buy $30 of Any Purina Pet Food, Treats or Tidy Cats Litter, Get $5 off Instantly OR Buy $40 of Any Purina Pet Food, Treats, Get $10 off InstantlyPromo: Buy $25

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-20725380509855814692011-08-14T15:40:00.000-04:002011-08-14T15:40:15.156-04:00

Just a reminder, that I am using a West Michigan sale ad and my Meijer does NOT double coupons! Also do not forget to check the two pages of Mealbox coupons for more coupons and use my coupon link in my sidebar. GROCERY DEALS: Homegrown Bi-Color Sweet Corn 8/$2 Homegrown Zuchinni, EggPlant, or Salad Cucumbers 88¢/lb Homegrown Vine-Ripe or Roma Tomatoes 99¢/lb New Crop California Barlett

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-66462485225544227412011-07-27T12:48:00.001-04:002011-07-27T12:49:36.445-04:00

This week, Meijer is having a great 10 for $10 get 11th item free sale!!  So I decided to take some time today and go get a few things before the end of the week and before the shelves were cleared out. Here are the items that I purchased today: 10 for $10 get 11th item free items: 6 bottles Gatorade 5 boxes Banquet Brown & Serve sausages 2 bags Chex Mix(used 50/2 cpn) 2 boxes Betty Crocker

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-89427366856850316622011-07-25T13:40:00.002-04:002011-07-25T15:39:41.735-04:00

Just a reminder, that I am using a West Michigan sale ad and my Meijer does NOT double coupons! Also do not forget to check the two pages of Mealbox coupons for more coupons and use my coupon link in my sidebar. Best of the 10 for $10 Get 11th item Free Sale!! Meijer Organics Whole White or Minibella Mushrooms, 8oz pkg Green Giant Frozen Vegetables, 7-10 oz. Select varieties Pepsi Sierra

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-86659087563571299512011-07-19T09:29:00.001-04:002011-07-19T09:32:47.022-04:00

Just a reminder, that I am using a West Michigan sale ad and my Meijer does NOT double coupons! Also do not forget to check the two pages of Mealbox coupons for more coupons and use my coupon link in my sidebar.  GROCERY DEALS: Tyson Fresh Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts, $1.99/lb Lays Potato Chips, 10-10.5 oz ~~ Buy 1 Get 1 Free! Center Cut Half Boneless Pork Loin, $1.79/lb

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-17333360103724393682011-07-17T22:15:00.000-04:002011-07-17T22:15:01.035-04:00

I have heard this song a couple of times on the radio and really love the message that it sends to those who hear it! We pray for blessings, we pray for peace Comfort for family, protection while we sleep We pray for healing, for prosperity We pray for Your mighty hand to ease our suffering All the while, You hear each spoken need Yet love us way too much to give us lesser things Cause what

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-87460469094934701562011-07-12T11:09:00.001-04:002011-07-12T11:09:51.355-04:00

I love making this meal because of how fast and easy it is to put together. I find that I can get this meal done in about a half hour.  It definitely is one of those meals that cuts my time in the kitchen. How does the meal get done in a half hour? burgers already prepped to use coming out of the freezer.  pre-made diced potatoes baking the bacon either on the grill or oven.  Prepped Burgers

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-79070101373984793872011-07-11T14:22:00.001-04:002011-07-11T14:23:19.594-04:00

Just a reminder, that I am using a West Michigan sale ad and my Meijer does NOT double coupons! Also do not forget to check the two pages of Mealbox coupons for more coupons and use my coupon link in my sidebar.  This week it is Meijer brand and Pet week!  There are many Meijer brand products 10 for $10 get 11th item free, check ad for details! Promotion: Clorox Cleaning Products ... **Buy

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-30211302617110843772011-06-27T13:34:00.002-04:002011-06-27T14:49:58.222-04:00

Just a reminder, that I am using a West Michigan sale ad and my Meijer does NOT double coupons! Also do not forget to check the two pages of Mealbox coupons for more coupons and use my coupon link in my sidebar.  There are several items that you can get for FREE or very cheap after coupons this week!!! GROCERY DEALS:  Aunt Millies Old Fashioned White or Multi-Grain Bread, 22oz loaf ~~ Buy

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-26176105709648778022011-06-21T10:38:00.001-04:002011-06-21T10:44:35.678-04:00

Just a reminder, that I am using a West Michigan sale ad and my Meijer does NOT double coupons! Also do not forget to check the two pages of Mealbox coupons for more coupons and use my coupon link in my sidebar.  GROCERY DEALS:  Thomas English Muffins, 6 ct./11-13 oz. pkg ~~ Buy One, Get One of equal or lesser value FREE! 50/1 Mealbox cpn Jumbo Cantaloupes, 2/$3 California Peaches,

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-37708298300814579282011-06-05T20:53:00.001-04:002011-06-05T21:08:35.932-04:00

Here is a complete list of the items included in this week's 10 for $10 Get the 11th Item FREE! Mix or Match Sale! This list covers the West Michigan area Meijer stores. If I missed any coupons for the following items, let me know and I will add them to the list.  Red, Yellow or Orange Sweet Bell Peppers Meijer Organics Whole White or Minibella Mushrooms 8 oz pkg. Dole Classic Romaine, 9 oz;

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-71393842775873633522011-06-05T15:30:00.001-04:002011-06-05T15:36:33.649-04:00

An awesome new song from Matthew West! It is a great reminder that when we are weak in our trials, the Lord is strong enough to pull us through them! As the song and Philippians 4:13 says " I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength!" You must, You must think I’m strongTo give me what I’m going throughWell forgive me, forgive me if I’m wrongBut this looks like more than I can

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-6585995724158499652011-06-02T16:12:00.002-04:002011-06-03T07:19:37.382-04:00

I have shared before how to purchase meat on the cheap, and with the summer months upon us I thought it would be a great time to share different ways to use ground meat. I usually can't get ground beef on Manager's specials/markdowns so I usually will purchase it in bulk at Sam's. Sometimes though I able to find it in the grocery stores for cheap and with the summer grilling season upon us now

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-66292771478100284852011-05-04T09:11:00.004-04:002011-05-05T08:53:05.610-04:00

Just a reminder, that I am using a West Michigan sale ad and my Meijer does NOT double coupons! Also do not forget to check the two pages of Mealbox coupons for more coupons and use my coupon link in my sidebar.  PROMOTIONS: Spend $50 or More on Any P&G Products in ONE TRANSACTION Get a mail-in rebate at checkout for a FREE $10 Prepaid Card back by mail. Get $5 off Instantly when you buy

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-12230382078680283312011-04-24T13:38:00.002-04:002011-04-24T13:39:54.692-04:00

My King is ALIVE!

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-73316109713741447492011-04-23T15:14:00.003-04:002011-04-23T16:25:50.376-04:00

This week's shopping trip was my major one for this pay period. I am actually so excited to share it with you because I got over $20 worth of groceries for FREE!  The items were either a "give me" when you bought so much of an item or free after a high value coupon.  I planned out my trip and I was actually pretty excited to be getting the free items. My free items for this trip were ketchup,

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-88930992864576501492011-04-22T10:43:00.001-04:002011-04-22T10:44:43.850-04:00

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-10710769034509627162011-04-18T13:33:00.000-04:002011-04-18T13:33:23.022-04:00

Just a reminder, that I am using a West Michigan sale ad and my Meijer does NOT double coupons! Also do not forget to check the two pages of Mealbox coupons for more coupons and use my coupon link in my sidebar.  GROCERY DEALS: Celebration Foods Ice Cream Cake, 32 oz. Fudge Ripple, Oreo or M&M's ~~ Buy One, Get One FREE! $2/1 cpn Tyson Fresh Boneless/Skinless Chicken Breast $1.99/lb

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-11900148101725341062011-04-16T15:07:00.002-04:002011-04-19T20:21:37.492-04:00

Lately, I have been working at just shopping the sales at the grocery stores. If there is not much in the sales worth getting I do not make a trip to all the stores. However, I will run into my corner grocery store, which happens to be Aldi's for milk.   Doing this kind of shopping is keeping my overall total per day for feeding my family of seven under $19/day! Meijer: 4 pks Danimal smoothies 4

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-86203017975373571002011-04-12T09:20:00.001-04:002011-04-12T13:08:49.589-04:00

Last week, Meijer had a 10 for $10 get 11th item free sale, so I took advantage of it and bought the following items: 2 bottles Suave shampoo 2 boxes 150 ct. sandwich bags 6 boxes brown n serve sausage 2 boxes Betty crocker cake mix 4 tubes Grands biscuits 5 cups Easy Mac  9 containers frozen Old Orchard juice 2 bottles Sunny Delight 1 can Meijer chocolate frosting 2 lbs baby carrots 5 Totinos

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-17508226989272178992011-04-11T16:31:00.000-04:002011-04-11T16:31:37.215-04:00

This week’s meals are simple and using what items I have in the freezer and pantry.   I am planning on only getting milk and eggs this week from the store.  I need to use up some of my stockpile items before they expire.  I also need to clear shelves in the freezer so that I can do a big shopping trip at the beginning of next week. This week I am keeping my options open for two different nights.

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-38268324389500754872011-04-11T11:08:00.000-04:002011-04-11T11:08:44.854-04:00

Just a reminder, that I am using a West Michigan sale ad and my Meijer does NOT double coupons! Also do not forget to check the page of Mealbox coupons for more coupons and use my coupon link in my sidebar.  GROCERY DEALS:  Cantaloupe 2/$3 California Artichokes 5/$5 Fresh Green Beans 99¢/lb California Sweet Navel Oranges, 5lb bag $2.49 Orville Redenbacher's Microwave Popcorn, 3 ct. and

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-1951584040810608032011-04-04T14:38:00.000-04:002011-04-04T14:38:25.466-04:00

Here is a complete list of the items included in this week's 10 for $10 Get the 11th Item FREE! Mix or Match Sale! This list covers the West Michigan area Meijer stores. If I missed any coupons for the following items, let me know and I will add them to the list.  Angel Soft Bath Tissue, 4 rolls, American Farmhouse Mini Cheese Chunks 3 oz. Armour LunchMakers 2.6-3.3oz Armour Pepperoni 2.6-

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-7072359981359770742011-03-29T08:37:00.004-04:002011-03-29T20:48:50.271-04:00

My kids love it when I make my basic chocolate chip cookie recipe but instead of just using chocolate chips add other "flavors" of chips like white chocolate and M&M's. When I do these kind of cookies they call them "Monster Cookies" because of all the goodies in them and the fact that I use my large Pampered Chef scoop rather than the small scoop. Monster Cookies Ingredients: 3 cups

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-76004484555983608112011-02-14T08:07:00.004-05:002011-02-14T08:57:26.316-05:00

I heard this on the radio yesterday and it hit me that without Christ and His love for us to die on the cross for my sins, I would be NOTHING without Him! Nothing Without Christ by Eddie Carswell & Leonard Ahlstrom Recorded by Newsong I was like a blind man on a road that led nowhere Just an empty-hearted beggar in desperate need of help I was poor in spirit, but he was rich in love I was

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-20081997687836108702011-01-21T09:08:00.000-05:002011-01-21T09:08:07.988-05:00

I heard this song on the radio this morning as her new single!!  The song is on Mandisa's new album coming out in April, 2011! All I can say is...AMAZING!  It is amazing to me how the Lord loves to put different songs into my life at just the right time!  This song definitely spoke to me today! Stronger Artist: Mandisa Album: What If We Were Real? Hey, heard you were up all night Thinking

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-80929051276241659542011-01-10T09:35:00.002-05:002011-01-10T09:37:41.076-05:00

Just a reminder, that I am using a West Michigan sale ad and my Meijer does NOT double coupons! Also do not forget to check the two pages of Mealbox coupons for more coupons and use my coupon link in my sidebar.  GROCERY DEALS: Strawberries 1 lb container 2/$5 Dole Salad Blends 6-12oz assorted varieties 3/$5 Meijer Gallon Milk, Select Varieties 2/$4 Thomas English Muffins, 6 ct./ 11-13

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-7454136230075413142011-01-05T06:31:00.001-05:002011-01-05T06:31:00.082-05:00

I do a lot of batch cooking or once a month cooking and so that makes for needing lots of plastic containers being placed in my freezer on a regular basis. Well that was until recently when I found that they do not as good of a job as a ziploc bag! I want to be environmentally friendly when it comes to putting the food in the freezer so I was working my way towards using all plastic containers

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-3555334168452092482011-01-03T12:29:00.000-05:002011-01-03T12:29:08.327-05:00

I really have been doing menus over the last several months, but I haven’t taken the time to post them due to life getting busy on me and reducing my time spent on the computer.  Now that a new year has started, I am working very diligently to getting some resemblance of order and schedule in place so that a routine can be in place for the whole family. Last week I did a big grocery shopping

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-69973899549089072482011-01-03T11:11:00.001-05:002011-01-10T08:28:28.748-05:00

Just a reminder, that I am using a West Michigan sale ad and my Meijer does NOT double coupons! Also do not forget to check the two pages of Mealbox coupons for more coupons and use my coupon link in my sidebar.  This week Meijer also has a 10 for $10 get 11th item FREE Sale going on!!  You can find a complete listing of the items included in that sale by scrolling down to the next post or

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-26074337004972556912011-01-02T17:25:00.002-05:002011-01-02T17:35:28.312-05:00

Here is a complete list of the items included in the 10 for $10 Get the 11th Item FREE! Mix or Match Sale! This list covers the West Michigan area Meijer stores. If I missed any coupons for the following items, let me know and I will add them to the list.  Vegetables: Carrots or Yellow Onions, 3 lb. bag or Homegrown Round White Potatoes 5 lb. bag. Greenhouse Cucumbers or Living Lettuce, 7oz

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-38660890713972184292010-11-19T10:31:00.002-05:002010-11-19T10:35:26.276-05:00

3 day sale--Thursday, Friday, Saturday! Bakery Fresh Iced Cinnamon Rolls 6 ct. $2.88 Pepsi Products 24 pk $4.88 (limit 2) Spartan Sliced Bacon $1.77 (limit 3) Philadelphia Cream Cheese 97¢ (limit 4) Pillsbury Grands Biscuits $1.17 (limit 4) 30/2 cpn 30/2 cpn Pillsbury Crescent Rolls $1.17 (limit 4) 50/2 cpn 50/2 cpn Pillsbury Cinnamon or Orange Rolls $1.17 (limit 4) 50/1 cpn 40/2 cpn 40

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-74758858112542068122010-10-12T11:04:00.000-04:002010-10-12T11:04:06.509-04:00

Daystarby the Gaither Vocal Band Lily of the valley, let Your sweet aroma fill my life. Rose of Sharon show me how to grow in beauty in God’s sight. Fairest of ten thousand, make me a reflection of Your light. Daystar, shine down on me. Let Your love shine through me in the night. Lead me, Lord, I’ll follow, anywhere You open up the door. Let Your Word speak to me. Show me what I’ve never

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-3455439910748789092010-10-11T12:14:00.000-04:002010-10-11T12:14:04.339-04:00

Just a reminder, that I am using a West Michigan sale ad and my Meijer does NOT double coupons! Also do not forget to check the three pages of Mealbox coupons for more coupons and use my coupon link in my sidebar.  This week Meijer also has a 10 for $10 get 11th item FREE Sale going on!!  You can find a complete listing of the items included in that sale by scrolling down to the next post or

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-23833369665752811392010-10-11T11:01:00.006-04:002011-01-02T17:28:39.772-05:00

Here is a complete list of the items included in the 10 for $10 Get the 11th Item FREE! Mix or Match Sale! This list covers the West Michigan area Meijer stores. If I missed any coupons for the following items, let me know and I will add them to the list.  Ben & Jerry Ice Cream Cups 3.6oz Meijer Ice Cream Cups 6 oz Ittibitz 5 oz Edy's Ice Cream cups 6 oz Armour LunchMakers 2.6-3.3 oz.

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-77043501347182184502010-10-03T14:25:00.000-04:002010-10-03T14:25:48.901-04:00

Isn't great to know that no matter what we are going through here on this earth that we are not alone!!  God is right with us every step of the way because we are safe in His arms! Safe by Phil Wickham To the one who's dreams are falling all apart And all you're left with is a tired and broken heart I can tell by your eyes you think your on your own but you're not all alone Have you heard of

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-44544984683107819532010-09-20T11:10:00.003-04:002011-01-10T09:35:39.936-05:00

Just a reminder, that I am using a West Michigan sale ad and my Meijer does NOT double coupons! Also do not forget to check the three pages of Mealbox coupons for more coupons and use my coupon link in my sidebar.  GROCERY DEALS: Ground Beef from Chuck $1.99/lb Meijer Milk gallon 2/$4 Edwards Gourmet Pie 25-36oz ~~ Buy one get one Mrs. Smith's Pre-Baked Pie 37 oz FREE! Edys Ice Cream

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-66965274423122305592010-09-12T14:01:00.000-04:002010-09-12T14:01:05.362-04:00

Nothing Greater Than Grace Words & Music by: Marshall Hall, Sam Mitzell, Antonio Neal Recorded by Point of Grace What do you say to someone who feels like they've lost it all over the edge with no one there to break their fall and what do you say to someone who feels so unloved giving themselves away a little bit every day just to be good enough and what do you say to a hopeless soul who can't

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-85958913114642808532010-09-06T08:00:00.001-04:002010-09-06T11:27:04.351-04:00

Last week I really did do menus but I didn’t post them because life got busy on me and I didn’t find the time to post them.  Now that school is starting this week, I am working very diligently to get some resemblance of order and schedule to get back into a routine for the whole family. There is a big change this school year in that I am sending my oldest to high school so I will only have four

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-75690548310256199962010-09-06T07:06:00.000-04:002010-09-06T14:17:32.280-04:00

Just a reminder, that I am using a West Michigan sale ad and my Meijer does NOT double coupons! Also do not forget to check the three pages of Mealbox coupons for more coupons and use my coupon link in my sidebar.  GROCERY DEALS: California Red, Green or Black Seedless Grapes or Red Seeded Grapes 99¢/lb Marzetti Salad Dressing 12-15 oz. Assorted varieties ~~ Buy One Get One FREE! Basha

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-68888608135781799642010-09-05T16:07:00.000-04:002010-09-05T16:07:12.906-04:00

Came To My Rescue by Hillsong United Songwriters: Joel Davies, Marty Sampson, Dylan Thomas Falling on my knees in worship Giving all I am to seek your face Lord all I am is yours My whole life I place in your hands God of Mercy Humbled I bow down In your presence at your throne I called you answered And you came to my rescue and I I wanna be where you are In my life be lifted high In our

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-62566543917838796802010-08-30T12:06:00.000-04:002010-08-30T12:06:47.781-04:00

Just a reminder, that I am using a West Michigan sale ad and my Meijer does NOT double coupons! Also do not forget to check the three pages of Mealbox coupons for more coupons and use my coupon link in my sidebar.  GROCERY DEALS: Ground Beef from Chuck $1.79/lb Bi-Color Sweet Corn ea 10/$2 Garden Fresh Salsa, Hummus or Chips 10-16oz ~~ Buy One Get One FREE! Taco Bell Dinner Kits, Corn

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-2627615515938023032010-08-29T12:46:00.000-04:002010-08-29T12:46:24.129-04:00

Your Love Never Fails By: Chris McClarney, sung by Chris Quilala of Jesus Culture Nothing can separate Even if I ran away Your love never fails I know I still make mistakes But You have new mercies for me everyday Your love never fails You stay the same through the ages Your love never changes There maybe pain in the night but joy comes in the morning And when the oceans rage I

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-45713288485861567522010-08-24T11:42:00.000-04:002010-08-24T11:42:31.179-04:00

Here is a complete list of the items included in the 10 for $10 Get the 11th Item FREE! Mix or Match Sale! This list covers the West Michigan area Meijer stores. If I missed any coupons for the following items, let me know and I will add them to the list.  Meijer Pasta Sauce 26oz 2 Liter Bottles of Soda: Coca Cola, Pepsi or 7UP, RC or A&W products Bar S Jumbo Meat Franks, Chicken Franks

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-91196715357345464872010-08-23T12:21:00.001-04:002010-08-23T12:22:49.231-04:00

I can not believe that I haven't posted menus since the beginning of May! Life has been very busy lately! The summer sneaked up on us and then flew by! Now, the new school year is approaching and I need to get back on track with making menus each week. When I stopped posting them I lost the motivation to even make them so for much of the summer I have been flying by the seat of my pants in the

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-76950135455575699292010-08-01T15:07:00.001-04:002010-08-01T15:07:52.791-04:00

From The Inside Out by Hillsong United A thousand times I've failed Still your mercy remains Should I stumble again Still I'm caught in your grace Everlasting, your light will shine when all else fades Never ending, your glory goes beyond all fame Your will above all else My purpose remains The art of losing myself in bringing you praise Everlasting, your light will shine when all else fades

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-72419519741325009612010-07-26T09:49:00.000-04:002010-07-26T09:49:47.974-04:00

There is a 10 for $10 get 11th item FREE Sale going on this week at Meijer!!  I have put together a complete list of the items included in the sale in another post!(scroll to the next post or click on the link to find the list!)  Just a reminder, that I am using a West Michigan sale ad and my Meijer does NOT double coupons! Also do not forget to check the two pages of Mealbox coupons for more

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-9477107238793039442010-07-25T15:46:00.001-04:002010-07-26T09:50:47.782-04:00

Here is a complete list of the items included in the 10 for $10 Get the 11th Item FREE! Mix or Match Sale! This list covers the West Michigan area Meijer stores. If I missed any coupons for the following items, let me know and I will add them to the list.  NON-GROCERY ITEMS: Arm & Hammer Ultra Max Antiperspirant/Deodorant 2.8 oz. Arrid 2.7oz Jergens Liquid Hand Soap 7.5oz Close Up

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-47709396720487213642010-07-19T11:41:00.000-04:002010-07-19T11:41:24.378-04:00

Just a reminder, that I am using a West Michigan sale ad and my Meijer does NOT double coupons! Also do not forget to check the three pages of Mealbox coupons for more coupons and use my coupon link in my sidebar.  PROMOTIONS:  ***Kelloggs Products: Buy $10 in any combinations (Includes Kellogg's, Keebler, Sunshine or Eggo Products) get $10 off any 3 pkgs of Fruit of the Loom (Includes

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-25172550046939823152010-07-18T21:11:00.000-04:002010-07-18T21:11:43.824-04:00

Can't Take Away by Mike Grayson, Sam Tinnesz, Jason Ingram (Mikeschair) All around  All of us  Fear has come and so we must  Ask ourselves  In who we trust  What we have here  Is not enough  So let it ring  In freedom sing  You can take away  Everything that I've been holding  You can take away the sun  You can take away the very air that I've been breathing  But you can't take away my God  Oh,

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-34811225867552741902010-07-12T16:09:00.001-04:002010-07-12T16:10:35.359-04:00

Just a reminder, that I am using a West Michigan sale ad and my Meijer does NOT double coupons! Also do not forget to check the three pages of Mealbox coupons for more coupons and use my coupon link in my sidebar.  PROMOTIONS: **Kraft Salad Dressings or Miracle Whip/Mayo: Buy 3 get $1 off instantly OR Buy 4 get $2 off instantly. All items must be purchased in a single transaction. limit one

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-34619316133267940522010-06-14T10:34:00.001-04:002010-07-12T14:14:35.986-04:00

Just a reminder, that I am using a West Michigan sale ad and my Meijer does NOT double coupons! Also do not forget to check the four pages of Mealbox coupons for more coupons and use my coupon link in my sidebar.  GROCERY DEALS: Personal Seedless Watermelon each 2/$4 Doritos 11.5-12 oz. Select varieties ~~ Buy One Get One FREE! California Sweet Cherries $2.99/lb Meijer Ice Cream

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-10023127657408893252010-06-09T10:54:00.000-04:002010-06-09T10:54:02.144-04:00

Here is a complete list of the items included in the 10 for $10 Get the 11th Item FREE! Mix or Match Sale! This list covers the West Michigan area Meijer stores. Select Tropical Fish Greenhouse Cucumbers each Red, Yellow or Orange Sweet Bell Peppers each Mangoes Extra Large Avocados Banquet Meals Assorted varieties Armour Lunchmakers All Varieties Old Orchard Frozen Juice 12 oz. Assorted

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-46321056130048605792010-06-06T13:48:00.000-04:002010-06-06T13:48:20.679-04:00

Our Godby Chris Tomlin Water You turned into wine Open the eyes of the blind There’s no one like You None like You Into the darkness You shining Out of the ashes we rise There’s no one like You None like You CHORUS Our God is greater, our God is stronger God You are higher than any other Our God is Healer, awesome and power Our God, Our God… Into the darkness you shining Out of the ashes we

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-78655465291663105352010-06-01T11:02:00.000-04:002010-06-01T11:02:11.869-04:00

Just a reminder, that I am using a West Michigan sale ad and my Meijer does NOT double coupons! Also do not forget to check the four pages of Mealbox coupons for more coupons and use my coupon link in my sidebar.  GROCERY DEALS: California Peaches 99¢/lb Kraft Chunk Cheese or Shredded Cheese 16 oz. pkg. All varieties $2.99 Blueberries Pint container 2/$4 Soft N Good Family White Bread

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-59017639921104498232010-05-30T21:13:00.002-04:002010-05-30T21:41:29.256-04:00

As a wife of a Persian Gulf War veteran and a relative of veterans of WWII, Korea and Vietnam, I want to say thank you to those men, and women that are serving our country. I also want to say thank you to the families of those who served our country and gave their lives.

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-22241532914243884212010-05-24T12:21:00.000-04:002010-05-24T12:21:46.817-04:00

Just a reminder, that I am using a West Michigan sale ad and my Meijer does NOT double coupons! Also do not forget to check the three pages of Mealbox coupons for more coupons and use my coupon link in my sidebar.  PROMOTIONS: ***Get $3 off your NEXT shopping trip when you buy 1 Pantene shampoo AND 1 Pantene conditioner AND 1 Pantene styling product. ***Buy any 4 Kelloggs Cereals 10oz or

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-13573370844547872742010-05-21T09:28:00.002-04:002010-05-21T22:16:04.756-04:00

A couple of weeks ago, I took the time to make up some homemade waffles to have in my freezer and to give to my parents so that they had something different for breakfast other than cold cereal. I noticed this morning that stash that I have in my freezer is just about gone!  I am going to need to think about adding to it in the next week or so. I love having things like these in the freezer

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-17622022417987074142010-05-10T13:58:00.000-04:002010-05-10T13:58:27.173-04:00

Just a reminder, that I am using a West Michigan sale ad and my Meijer does NOT double coupons! Also do not forget to check the two pages of Mealbox coupons for more coupons and use my coupon link in my sidebar.  GROCERY DEALS: Doritos or Ruffles 11.5-12 oz. or Ruffles 9-10 oz. Select varieties ~~  Buy One Get One FREE! Ore Ida Potatoes 20-32 oz 3/$6 ***buy 3 get 1 FREE Tyson Boneless

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-86877566127758321112010-05-09T14:23:00.004-04:002010-05-09T14:26:23.906-04:00

A few years ago as I was putting together a Mother's Day card for my Mom, I came across this website called Above Rubies.  I was just awestruck at the encouragement that they have for those of us who are called to be wives, homemakers, and mothers.  As I was reading through the articles, poems, and stories on the website I came across this poem that Nancy Campbell, the founder of Above Rubies

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-87241624513019603302010-05-07T14:46:00.005-04:002010-05-11T22:15:01.991-04:00

I am really enjoying this shopping habit/routine that I am making for myself. Payday week is a big shopping trip which usually means at least three grocery stores and spend several hours getting it completed. Non-payday week is just a basic food staples run with maybe a couple of deals that I just can't pass up.  It basically averages out to every other week is a big shopping trip as hubby gets

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-51108283752971063702010-05-06T14:44:00.000-04:002010-05-06T14:44:19.203-04:00

I came across this site called  Hippo Campus.  HippoCampus is a project of the Monterey Institute for Technology and Education (MITE). Its goal is provide FREE high-quality, multimedia content on general education subjects to high school and college students.  The covered subjects are: Algebra(in English & Spanish), US Government and History, Biology, Calculus(in English & Spanish),

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-53466434678869338852010-05-04T10:42:00.001-04:002010-05-11T22:04:46.779-04:00

Just a reminder, that I am using a West Michigan sale ad and my Meijer does NOT double coupons! Also do not forget to check the two pages of Mealbox coupons for more coupons and use my coupon link in my sidebar.  Sorry I didn't get this list together sooner. It has been a very busy time lately in my household.  PROMOTIONS: ***Buy $12 Edy's, Haagen-Dazs, Nestle Drumstick, Skinny Cow or Dibs

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-2268345847363499882010-05-02T22:42:00.003-04:002010-05-03T09:56:18.734-04:00

Last week’s menus were delicious! I stuck with simple, family favorite meals.  I really need to work at finding new meal combinations or new recipes to try because the same old meals are getting old!  The weather keeps “yo-yoing”!  We have several days of summer weather with no rain and then we have several days with below average temperatures and rain with wind. Just when I feel like doing lots

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-14642122090708080922010-05-02T15:51:00.000-04:002010-05-02T15:51:29.864-04:00

Everything Falls by Steve Fee you said you'd never leave or foresake me when you said, this life is gonna shake me you said this world is gonna bring trouble on my soul this I know when everything falls apart your arms hold me together when everything falls apart your the only hope for this heart when everything falls apart and my strength is gone I find you mighty and strong you keep holding

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-13164425244028234802010-05-01T21:10:00.001-04:002010-05-04T09:10:27.847-04:00

This week I managed to only go grocery shopping twice, unlike last week were I was in the stores shopping almost every day!  I went at the beginning of the week for a milk and lettuce run to Aldi and then waited until Friday to do major grocery shopping at three different stores.  Just a reminder, that where I live I can go to all the different stores because they are in a 5 mile radius from my

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-52668050097357742432010-04-30T22:43:00.001-04:002010-04-30T22:56:32.894-04:00

It has been quite the busy week!   It started on Monday with me needing to go to my parent's house bright and early on Monday morning to meet an insurance agent. Once I was done there I took my daughter for her well child check-up at our pediatrician's office.  So with these two appointments on Monday, I wasn't able to do my usual "office time" at my computer where I type up my weekly menu plans

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-7425087087801804892010-04-25T15:15:00.003-04:002010-04-25T15:22:10.441-04:00

Just a reminder, that I am using a West Michigan sale ad and my Meijer does NOT double coupons! Also do not forget to check the two pages of Mealbox coupons for more coupons and use my coupon link in my sidebar.  PROMOTIONS: ***Get an extra $1 off when you buy both Speed Stick Stainguard deodorant AND Hanes 5 or 6pk Men's Tshirts ***Kellogg's Cereal(8oz or larger): Buy any THREE get $2

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-19355762401535051702010-04-23T16:35:00.002-04:002010-04-27T22:00:54.898-04:00

Except for Thursday, I was in a grocery store every day this week shopping for groceries! I guess you could say that I made up for not spending or doing much in  grocery shopping last week. I am not sure how I managed to be in the stores every day but I was there getting something either for dinner that night or deals that needed to be gotten or we were out of something that was needed that I

Sonshinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04853563088171290394noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6861375409976661677.post-83898699581938901202010-04-23T10:00:00.003-04:002010-04-23T10:19:45.866-04:00

Despite having had a busy week, I was able to do some searching and found more homeschooling freebies!  I found so many I am not sure where to start but I know that they will add some "flavor" to my homeschooling curriculum over the next few months and as a plan things for next year. I love the library because of being able to check out books for free but sometimes getting there on a regular

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One of the tools that I found for helping me put together my children’s curriculum each year is the Educator’s Calendar! I love looking at the different months to see what happened on a day in history or what might be month long events or holidays that I might be able to work into my children’s curriculum. Instead of always doing whatever is in the textbooks, it makes for a fun time of research.

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Last week’s menus were delicious! I stuck with simple meals.  I made chicken pot pie probably for the last time until fall weather sets in again.  We also enjoyed a taste of summer with grilled burgers one night.  Last Thursday, we had my parents over for dinner to celebrate my mother’s 70th birthday and to give them a home cooked meal rather than eating out like they do almost every day these

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Just a reminder, that I am using a West Michigan sale ad and my Meijer does NOT double coupons! Also do not forget to check the two pages of Mealbox coupons for more coupons and use my coupon link in my sidebar.  PROMOTIONS: ***STOCK UP & SAVE SPECIAL: Buy $10 of any General Mills, Betty Crocker or Nature Valley Products Get $3 off your NEXT Shopping Trip! ***STOCK UP & SAVE SPECIAL: Buy

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This week before I went grocery shopping, I took the time to throughly go through my pantry and check the dates on the boxes, cans, and bottles. I found that I had several items that were dated with best by dates in 2009!!  I took those items off my shelves and dumped them in the trash. I realized that a couple of bottles were big bottles from a 2 pack that I had purchased at Sam's Club so I made

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Last week I planned menus but did not post them as it was a busy week.  The busy week consisted of Easter and having my parents over for dinner; Wednesday was an adults only dinner get together with our church small group; and Friday was a planned dinner, movie, and overnight date night for hubby and I.  We had a great time on our little getaway on Friday getting reconnected and working on

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There is a 10 for $10 get 11th item FREE Sale going on this week at Meijer!!  I have put together a complete list of the items included in the sale in another post!(scroll to the next post or click on the link to find the list!)  If you see a deal in the ad that I missed please let me know by commenting to this post and I will update my list and include it along with recognizing my source when

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This is a complete list of all the items that the West Michigan Meijer stores has in their 10 for $10 get 11th item Free Sale!! Coca-Cola 2 liter bottles All varieties Pepsi 2 liter bottles All varieties 7-Up 2 liter bottles All varieties Light 'n Fluffy Noodles 12 oz. Select varieties Dole Premium Salads: Classic Romaine 9 oz., Greener Selection 12 oz. or Just Lettuce 11 oz Brooks Chili

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Another week of finding more homeschooling freebies!! I came across these while reading other blogs!  Last week was geared towards middle and high schoolers, so this week I have found some items for the younger kids from kindergarten through 6th grade. Does your child like hands on programs that include songs, crafts, and games??  This Bible curriculum by Praise Factory just might do the trick!

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I have been working with my 6 yo daughter learning to read that I haven't take the time to post about our weekly letter focus in a while. Now having a 3 1/2 year old son that is asking questions about letters in the words he sees because of sitting in when I am working with my daughter, I thought it would be good to start sharing again our weekly letter focus. Before we took our spring break, we

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This week I did not need much from the store, however, I took the time to get a few of the deals along with getting milk in the house.  Hubby had done some computer work for a friend of ours and they paid him in cash, so he gave me some of that cash to do grocery shopping this week. I had $65 cash to use so I decided I would do a weekly shopping with cash experiment.  I was able to get

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I could not decide on just one greatest tip for Works for Me Wednesday, so I gathered up my top five tips to share again. Here is the top five tips starting with number five and working up to the number one greatest tip that I have posted about here: Number Five Tip: Dirty laundry is a fact of life! I gave some different tips on removing stains from your laundry from removing crayons that have

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Sharing some more homeschooling freebies that I have come across in the last week! First, a high school Zoology class at The Internet Science Room....Zoology Class. It is a full online course along with class assignments, quizzes, linked definitions, tests, resources and more. Secondly, there is an online conference through the Smithsonian Institute, called "Problem Solving with Smithsonian

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Just a reminder, that I am using a West Michigan sale ad and my Meijer does NOT double coupons! Also do not forget to check the two pages of Mealbox coupons for more coupons and use my coupon link in my sidebar.  PROMOTIONS: ***Spend $25 or more on any P&G product in ONE TRANSACTION and get a mail in rebate at checkout for a FREE $10 pre-paid MasterCard by mail! ***$10 Pharmacy Coupon (

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We sang this song in church this morning. Oh what a powerful song!! It is so amazing to me that our Lord is ALIVE!! He didn't stay dead! I serve a living God! He conquered the grave, death and sin so that I could live and live life to the full. I love you, Lord! I pray that I will live for You and have a passion to serve You every day of my life! Thank you, Lord for dying for me! Thank you for

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With my pantry and freezer still relatively full and really trying to empty out my freezer, I kept this week's shopping trip to just the items I knew I needed in order to make it the next two weeks without having to run to the store to finish meals. I also picked up a few health & beauty items along with finding some 30 ct Bayer aspirin 81 mg for hubby on clearance for $1.79 and I had a TWO $1/1

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Over the weekend, I came across some homeschooling freebies and decided to share the "wealth" with everyone else. I love homeschooling freebies and use them as a major part of my homeschooling curriculum to keep my costs down. If you are new to homeschooling and have a preschooler or early elementary age children, you can use homeschooling freebies as your main curriculum instead of a

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