Tips 6/22/11

Hello Everyone,
I have a few tips for you today.  I hope they are a help to you.
I got this tip from the mother of triplets.  In another life I am a Nurse and I had the joy of caring for one of these triplets a few years ago.  It was really a joy, a fun family.  These wipes work just as well as the pre-packed ones.  We used Bounty towels they worked well.  Give them a try and let me know if they save you money.  You can get the baby oil and baby shampoo at the dollar store and save a few dollars or go on one of the company website and look for a coupon.  If you don't find a coupon, send an email to the company and ask for one....we have not because we ask not.  It works for me everytime.

Homemade Baby Wipes

Mix a cup of water with 2 Tbs each of baby oil and baby shampoo, pour into an empty wipes container or any round plastic container with a lid . Cut a roll of paper towels in half horizontally, remove the cardboard tube and lay it flat in the container to soak, cover and store. It is really a money saver


I hope you get lucky!
This is the last week (maybe more) to try for the Bounty coupons being given away each Friday. Bounty is giving away 5,000 $5-off coupons good on any Bounty product every Friday. Here is how you can get your coupon:

• Go to the Bounty Facebook page and "Like" them.
• On Friday's between 8 a.m. EST and 10 p.m. EST, Bounty will post a comment on its wall with a link. The time of the post will not be announced ahead of the actual post.
• Click on the link and complete the required information in order to request a coupon.
• Coupons will be given on a first come, first served basis.
• One coupon will be allowed per household every 3 months.
  Good luck!

Thanks, About.com

Just when I thought my favorite magazine and website "All You"  could not get any better, they got better.
Visit this link:
http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid961081871001?bctid=959376459001
 and view the video... you will be glad you did.
 If you haven't picked up a copy of  "All You" stop at the magazine rack at WalMart and pick one up.  For about $2.50 news stand price every month you get coupons totaling $40.00 to well over $100.00;  plus money saving articles and how to do what you need to do to save money.
http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid961081871001?bctid=959376459001
 You can only buy "All You" at WalMart

******Below is an article I re-printed from the All You Website www.allyou.com.  Always great money  saving ideas.  Love this site!!!!

15 ways to save money on gas

Beat crazy prices at the pump with smart driving and filling strategies

1. Be loyal Use your grocery store's preferred-customer card to earn extra savings at the pump.
Kroger: For every $100 worth of groceries you buy, save 10 cents per gallon of gas at a Kroger Fuel Center.
Stop & Shop Every dollar you spend at Stop & Shop earns a point on your card. After 100 points, you'll save 10¢/gallon on gas—you can redeem up to $2.20/gallon in a single fill up. Visit stopandshop.com for a store near you.
Safeway: Club Card members save 3 cents every day at store pumps and earn 5- or 10-cent bonuses for eligible purchases of $50 or more through the grocer's Power Pump program. Visit safeway.com.
Giant Eagle: Earn "fuelperks" and save 10 cents per gallon of gas when you spend $50 or more. Visit gianteagle.com.
2. Avoid using debit cards Don't pay for gas with your debit card (at the pump or inside the store). Some banks charge fees for using the card, which increases the cost of already pricey gas. Certain gas stations also request that banks put a hold on a set amount of money in your account to make sure you can cover the purchase. So even if you spent only $20 on gas, you may not have access to as much as $100 of your money for a few days. This can lead to problems like bounced checks and result in more fees. Pay with cash or a credit card instead.
3. Get free gas What could be better than a no-cost fill-up?
Meijer's Fuel Rewards Program: Look for "free gas" signs around the store. Then purchase participating products and you'll receive free gas rewards at the checkout that you can use at any Meijer Gas Station.
FuelLinks: Use your FuelLinks card and earn "cash-for-gas" on your purchases. Join online at fuellinks.com, check out the extensive list of participants and start earning rewards redeemable at certain gas stations.
4. Become a member Joining a club or organization may be worth it when gas savings come along with membership.
American Automobile Association (AAA): Members who use their Gas Rebate Platinum Plus Visa card get up to a 5 percent gasoline rebate on any pay-at-the-pump purchase. Visit aaa.com.
Big warehouse clubs: Sam's Club, Costco and BJ's Wholesale Club often feature some of the lowest gas prices in town. Keep in mind, though, that the cost of membership (typically $35 to $45 a year) will eat into your savings. But if you buy enough gas, it may be worth it.
5. Buy yourself a gas gift Purchase a Wal-Mart gift card and use it instead of cash to pay for gas fill-ups at any Wal-Mart or Sam's Club gas station. You'll automatically save 3 cents per gallon. Think of it as a prepaid gas card with benefits. Visit walmart.com
6. Fill up far from roadways Gas prices tend to be higher the closer you are to interstates and major highways. Avoid the gas stations on the side of the road and near the off-ramp. Drive a few blocks, and the gas costs may drop considerably.
7. Combine errands Several short rides taken individually can use twice as much fuel as a longer, multidestination trip covering the same distance.
8. Earn credit card rewards Rebates and cash-back awards are becoming popular as gas prices rise. Learn about credit cards with gasoline savings at pumpandsave.com.
9. Find cheap gas Visit these Web sites to get up-to-date gas prices in your area and other great fuel-saving tips:

• gasbuddy.com
• gaspricewatch.com
• gasprices.mapquest.com
• fueleconomy.gov
• aaa.com
• automotive.com/gas-prices

10. Beware of scams The Environmental Protection Agency evaluated or tested more than 100 supposed gas-saving devices, from air bleeds to mixture enhancers, and found none that significantly improved gas mileage. In fact, some may actually increase exhaust emissions or cause damage to your car. Be leery of products that say they improve fuel economy or are endorsed by the government--the claims are probably false.
11. Optimize your route At gebweb.net/optimap, input your destination, and the site will map out your quickest route, saving you travel time and fuel.
12. Get a heads-up Meijer tells you when its stores' pump prices are about to go up. Register your cell number at meijer.com to receive a text message. Click on "At Stores," then "Gas Text Alerts."
13. Go against the grain Plan your shopping for when traffic is lightest, such as early in the morning or late at night, to avoid wasting time and gas.
14. Find the right spot Next time you’re in a crowded parking lot, burn less fuel by zipping into the first available spot instead of searching for a better location. Also, try to find a spot in the shade or use a sunshade for your windshield. Leave the windows slightly open so you won’t feel the need to blast the air conditioning when you get back in.
15. Calculate your costs Want to know how much gas you'll use during your next road trip? Check out these Web sites to find out so you can plan your route accordingly:

• fuelcostcalculator.com
• fueleconomy.gov
• roadtripamerica.com 
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• Thanks, AllYou.com

Just for Mom Fruit Salad

• 1 can prepared lemon pie filling
• 12 oz. frozen whipped topping, thawed
• 1 – 15 oz. can tropical fruit salad, drained
• 1 – 15 oz. can pineapple tidbits, drained
• 2 – 11 oz. cans mandarin oranges, drained
• 2 cups fresh strawberries

Mix lemon pie filling and whipped topping together in a large bowl. Add fruit to mixture and chill in refrigerator from 4 hours to overnight.
When ready to serve, top with fresh strawberries or fruit of your choice and whipped topping.
Thank, Hillbillyhousewife

Blessings,
Jean