Need a break? Try a smoothie

Dec
12
2008

As the holidays get closer and life gets more hectic, it’s easy to get caught in the trap of drive-throughs and food courts. And it’s hard enough keeping the pounds at bay with all the holiday parties and goodies everywhere! So what’s a super-busy, diet-conscious person to do? Enter Lightfull Satiety Smoothies—tasty, all natural, satisfying bottled drinks that keep your stomach from grumbling as you shop, decorate and run around amidst the holiday madness. Each 8 1/4-oz. bottle, in yummy flavors such as Chocolate, … Continue reading

Date night ideas for $5 or under

Dec
11
2008

If you’re like me, your budget is too tight for lavish date nights. But it’s important to have some fun with your husband from time to time and keep your relationship on track. Head over to PeopleJam.com‘s blog  for five $5 (or under) date ideas. My husband and I did a variation of Date #4 last night–we assembled a gingerbread house together (OK, we bent the $5 rule a teeny bit–the kit cost us about $12 at Macy’s). Although our decorating was far from … Continue reading

Coupons on sweets and more!

Dec
11
2008

The savvy shoppers behind these blogs have posted some super helpful printable coupons this week. Take a look! At coupondivas.com, you’ll find these discounts: Save $.50 when you buy two flavors of Betty Crocker Box Supreme Brownie Mixes Save $.75 when you buy 17.5 oz or larger Betty Crocker Cookie Mix At agirlmustshop.com, follow the link under the post “Nothing says Christmas like Starbuck’s holiday cups!” to score 20% off all orders at starbucksstore.com. At mrcheapstuff.com, get a coupon for $10 off $50 at … Continue reading

Plan a New Year’s bash (Pt. 2)

Dec
11
2008

5 … 4 … 3 … 2 … 1 – HAPPY NEW YEAR! OK, we’re a little premature here, but New Year’s will be here before you know it. Check back at Dailysavings.allyou.com each week and snag great tips to ring in 2009 with a bang and on budget! THIS WEEK: Get a babysitter. Hire a sitter to come to your house so that friends with children can relax and enjoy the evening. DON’T FORGET TO: Announce your party Celebrate the holidays in style … Continue reading

Dress your pets for the holidays

Dec
10
2008

Love to accessorize your pet for the holidays? We’ve found affordable gear for your cat or dog. Get in the spirit with these items: -PETCO elf hat and plush antlers, $6 each -Trixie and Peanut candy cane hair bow, $4 -PetSmart plaid Christmas dog collar with bell, $8-$9, depending on size -Walmart pet santa hat, $5 for small or medium, $6 for large -Doctors Foster and Smith plaid scarf for dogs, $5 -Lands’ End red cable knit dog sweater with faux fur hood, $15 … Continue reading