COUPON BOOT CAMP

Thursday, October 29, 2009

RACHEL RAY IS COMING TO WILMINGTON!

Rachel Ray is blessing our community, that has been hit hard by a major employers departure, with a Thanksgiving Dinner! http://ow.ly/xhoK

From Al Willoughby, founder of Sugartree Ministries "God continues to reach out to the hungry in our community, we fed over 300 again today and Jesus showed up Bigtime. Rachel Rays film crew was with us today along with Carter Oosterhouse from makeover show Carter Can and we had Nick Lachey serving brownies in our diner and talking to those at our soup kitchen." "Rachel and her crew are amazing and Jesus is all over this. They are giving us a new kitchen and have kicked us out of our building for one week, we have been given space to serve the poor this week in the basement of the first Baptist Church in Wilmington."

God is Good!

Wednesday, October 28, 2009

FABULOUS FINDS FRIDAY SORRY!

I had several fabulous deals to share with you. It had taken me 3 days to compile them and in one touch of the mouse they were erased and unfortunately I am out of time and patience to get them back so here they are but you will have to do a little work (Google) to find them. SORRY!!



Old Navy $2 Halloween Costumes Fri & Sat

FREE BlackJack Taco from Taco Bell on 10/31 only

FREE Chipolte Burrito, Bowl or Salad if you dress up as a burrito on 10/31 only

Buy One Get One Free Burger & Fries at Dennys

Happy Clipping! 8<

Friday, October 23, 2009

Cutting Corners: Tech for Less

I am a techno geek want to be. I love new technology. I have a laptop, a smartphone, Twitter account and more. If there is a task to be done, I look to technology to simplify it for me. Most of these however, come with hefty price tags. But being the cheapskate that I am, I have found numerous free and affordable avenues to satisfy the techie in me. Here is just a sampling for you to try!

Free internet access: netzero.com offers free internet access up to 10 hours per month.
Free email: aol.com, gmail.com, yahoo.com
Free virus protection: free.avg.com. This was recommended to us by our computer guru four years ago and we have been virus and spyware free since.
Free websites: Want your own web presence? Try webs.com, googleblog.blogspot.com or free hosting via godaddy.com with domain name registration.
Get paid to search. I have been using swagbucks.com as my search engine and I earn points periodically that I have cashed in for $5 off a baby products retailer, a $25 restaurant gift certificate and am currently accumulating points for cold hard cash to be deposited in to my Paypal.com, the safe secure way to make online purchases, account.
Free PDF creator. Compared to Adobe Acrobat that has a price tag of $299, this simple free PDF creator is worth the download. I love the simplicity of this program. I can create a document in any program, click print, chose CutePDF as my printer, then I am prompted to choose a location to save the newly created PDF file.
Tons of free software downloads can be found at cnet.com. Just click on the download tab and type in the free software you are looking for. For example, if you type in free Photoshop, you’ll find several results like Photobie 6 that is comparable to Photoshop.
Budget software: docs.google.com offers about 80 different budget templates from simple expense tracking or checkbook registers to home improvement and even wedding budget spreadsheets.
Free applications for your cell phone: Check with your service provider or try, cell11.com (where I found my awesome Transformers ringtone).
A generous new acquaintance recently opened his tech website deals vault to me. Some amazing website for obtaining incredible deals on laptops, desktops, telephones, routers and more are: fatwallet.com, slickdeals.net, techbargains.com and cheapstingybargains.com, jus to name a few.

Happy Saving!!

This column is provided by Tara Roark. Tara conducts Coupon Boot Camps training consumers how to save hundreds on their groceries, shopping, dining and entertainment through couponing. To contact, please visit her on the web at www.couponbootcamp.com and follow her blog, http://mommysgotworktodo.blogspot.com, or on Twitter, couponbootcamp, for exclusive HOT deals and tips.

What a wonderful week!

This has been the most complex and exciting week I have had in a while.


  • Work, Work, Work
  • Child Care Issues - My children did not care this week that I had work to do!
  • Met with a potential business partner!!
  • Baby's diarrhea issue has finally improved once we removed gluten from his diet! PRAISE GOD!!
  • Coupon Boot Camp at Jungle Jim's Saturday, Oct 24th 10 am - Noon so far has a great turnout! Still room! If you want to register call the Cooking Class at 513-674-6059.
  • Wrapping up details for Women in Business Networking Breakfast on Nov 20th at the General Denver!! If you are a woman entrepreneur or woman in business in the Wilmington surrounding area, you MUST attend this 6 panel professional informational meeting!!! Email me for more details (will be posting and press release soon!)
  • Thanks to Encore Professional Organizers Inc for the 25th hour binder! Is a major asset to my daily work and personal routine! I can get SOO much accomplished now!! LOVE IT!!
Let's be Friends on Facebook!! Tara Elliott Roark and become a fan of Coupon Boot Camp (although I have to admit I post more deals on my personal page-is much easier).

FABULOU$ FIND$ FRIDAY!

Here is the best of the best!

Yesterday I saw that Books N More has teacher supplies 50% off!! Check the back table next to the stairs. Follow them on Twitter also www.twitter.com/booksnmoreorg.
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Next To New in Wilmington is offering 25% off ALL DENIM!!! Plus 50% off certain colored tags!! Also on Twitter www.twitter.com/nexttonew
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50% off Ohio Renesaince Festival. 4 pack Family Package only $39.98!! http://www.wnewsj.com/main.asp?SectionID=205&TM=48475.91 Thanks Lori!
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Awesome package deals. A Night of Fright=Hotel, KI Haunt, $20 Brazenhead Pub+other coupons/discounts. Custom packages too! http://www.awardvacations.net/web/Packages.aspx?rid=55&t=2
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FREE small cookie & kids hot chocolate at Barnes & Noble Saturday 10/24/09 http://www.barnesandnoble.com/email/Print_nonav.asp?r=1&PID=30884&cm_mmc=Non-Member-_-This_Week-_-091021_NH01_ThisWeek-_-non-personalized Thanks MommiesWithCents!
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$.07 Flashlights at Kroger!! AWESOME!! Read the details here at Nickels and Dimes! http://blog.nickels-n-dimes.com/?p=4933
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FALL FUN!! Check out this great fall farm festival in Loveland! But before you head out, get this FREE coupon for a child's hayride courtesy of CincySavers!! http://www.cincysavers.com/cincycoupons/view/detail/177
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FREE reusable bag from Whole Foods!! Thanks again to CincySavers! http://www.cincysavers.com/cincycoupons/view/detail/162
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THAT'S ALL FOLKS!!

Friday, October 16, 2009

Coupon Boot Camp at Jungle Jim's!!

I will be at Jungle Jims next Saturday, October 24th for 2 training classes! One in the morning and one in the afternoon (if morning fills up). You must pre-register with Jungle Jim's Cooking School.


Learn about the newest trend - Coupon Boot Camp

This special program hosted by Penny Wise Cooking Classes brings Tara Roark of Coupon Boot Camp to Jungle Jim's.

This will be a 2-hour Certification class where Tara will instruct you how to save amazing amounts of money using coupons and tips to know when a good deal is really a good deal. There will be two separate classes held. Learning materials provided. No menu or food will be provided for this class.
Cost: $25.00 Per Person

Date: Saturday, October 24, 2009

1st Class: 10:00am - Noon

2nd Class: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Location: The Cooking School

Jungle Jim’s International Market

5440 Dixie HighwayFairfield, Ohio 45014

Reservations are highly recommended.

Phone: 513.674.6059



Exciting New Magazine for Clinton, Highland, Fayette, Adams and Brown Counties!

New magazine seasoning readers' tastes http://bit.ly/wLdzp


Holiday ideas wanted for magazine, Web site http://bit.ly/2uQfdm

Wednesday, October 14, 2009

Sunday, October 11, 2009

Down Home Fun at Bonny Brook Farms, Clarksville

What a fantastic time our family had yesterday at Bonny Brook Farms on the outskirts of, my hometown, Clarksville!



The event hosts ample FREE parking, FREE admission and many FREE activities (visit their website for details-http://www.bonnybrookfarms.com/?page_id=25) and runs Saturdays and Sundays,September 26 - October 31 from Noon – 5:30 p.m.

My husband, Graham & Olivia could have spent hours at the sandbox!
My girl picked the white horse to ride. Was a long ride around the barn and only cost $3.50!!




Be advised: if it has rained recently you may experience mud. This is not our stroller but I just had to share!





You can also print a $2 off any $15 pumpkin purchase coupon from their website!

Friday, October 9, 2009

Blog Refocus!

Due to a recent epiphany (a sudden, intuitive perception of or insight into the reality or essential meaning of something, usually initiated by some simple, homely, or commonplace occurrence or experience) I am refocusing my efforts to line up with my purpose and hearts desire!

My hearts desire and passion is entrepreneurship! Which is obvious! And I have found that I thoroughly enjoy public speaking. So I am going to center my time and energy on building and developing that career.

I will still continue to facilitate Coupon Boot Camps and, Lord willing I find a business partner, further advance the services in to an income opportunity for others. I will also continue to bring you great deals, hot sale news and of course, Fabulous Finds Fridays (as I have time)!

Meanwhile, I will be pursuing and developing Entreprenueral workshops, seminars, events and presentations.

So, this blog will return to its original intent which is to illustrate the reality of a Work From Home Mom's journey through starting and running her own business(es). ; )


Please keep me in your prayer and if you have contact information that would help in this endeavor, I would greatly appreciate the referrals. THANKS!!


P.S. Mommy's Got Work To Do ----->

Fabulous Finds Friday

BUY LOCAL CLINTON COUNTY WEEKLY WEDNESDAY DEALS!!
Flash your Buy Local Keychain for these incredible deals!! Register at http://www.buylocalcc.com/ to receive weekly updates of these deals!!
Books 'n' More Just in over 120 new signed books. Over 100 titles to choose from. Now through Saturday Oct 10, 20% discount on all titles. 30% discount with Buy Local Keychain. For more info on
Books 'n' More
Swindler and Sons Florists "Weekly Wrap up"- wrapped bouquet of mixed flowers to brighten anyone's table or day. Bouquets can be purchased Friday and Saturday as a cash and carry special. Fore more info on Swindler and Sons
Life Impact Productions Looking for positive ways to thrive during waves of change? Jon Gordon comes to town for folks from Clinton County to find just that! Tickets for 4:00pm presentation on 11/2, just $25. Use your Buy Local keychain for an additional $10.00 OFF! More details:
Fore more info on Life Impact Productions
Romantic Endeavors 10 days 'til Sweetest Day - Don't land in the dog house! Get 10% OFF any customized Romantic Endeavor booked by October 14, 2009. Isn't it time for something unforgettable? For more info on
Romantic Endeavors
Littleton Respiratory Homecare Grand opening of new location at 1682 Alex Dr., Wilmington. Sat. Oct 10th 9am - 1 pm. 20% off life chairs and 30% off nursing items, transport chairs, and bath safety items. Diabetic socks buy 1 get 1 half off. $99 travel nebulizer. Food and cofee from White's Bakery & Beaugard's Bar "B" Que. For more info on Littleton Respiratory Homecare
Donatos Donatos is donating 20% of October 13th sales to the Clinton County Youth Council. Order a pizza and support middle & high school students in Clinton County. For more info on
Donatos
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Terrific Target Deals!!
Healthy Choice Entrees $1.75- $2 printable = FREE!
Skippy Peanut Butter $1.79- $1 Target printable- .75 (RP 10/4) = $.04!!
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Awesome Printables!!
Edwards Singles $1 off!! Exp 10/30 These are the best! Especially the Reese's cheesecake & Hot Fudge Cake and right now Theresa M. told me they are $.49 @ Krogers with this coupon!! http://www.capncoupon.com/2009/09/edwards-singles-desserts-coupon/
$10 off Juniors @ Sears - no minimum purchase!! Online or in store Exp 11/14 http://www.capncoupon.com/2009/09/sears-10-off-junior-fashion-printable-coupon/
Expires TOMORROW FREE bread up to $2 wyb Kraft Singles (16Oz or larger) and Oscar Mayer Deli Shaved Meat (9Oz or larger) http://www.capncoupon.com/2009/09/save-2-00-on-bread-with-kraft-singles-and-oscar-mayer/
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Visit http://www.cincysavers.com/halfpricecincy/ click on Clearance Section for this awesome deal!!
Gameworks on the Levy $50 for only $18!!
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Thats all folks!! Happy Clipping! 8<

Sunday, October 4, 2009

Last Day for Bigg's Triple/Double - New Ad Monday!

Monday, October 5 is the last day for the Bigg's Triple/Double Sale. If this is the first you've heard of it they are tripling all coupons up to $.50 ($.40=$1.20, $.50=$1.50) and doubling all coupons $.51 to $1 ($.75=$1.50, $1=$2)!!

Below is my quick review of their circular and my coupon database. If you want to see for yourself here is the link
http://biggs.com/biggs/specials.do?&disp=next

Kid Cuisines 2/$4 - $1/2 (9/27SS) doubled to $2 off 2 = FREE!!! (we didn't get this one :( )
Suave Shampoo 10/$10 - $1/2 (8/3RP) doubled to $2/2 = FREE!!!

Oscar Mayer Deli Creations 2/$4 - $1/2 (9/20SS) doubled to $2/2 = FREE!!
Aunt Millies $1.69 - $.50 off (10/4RP specific type) tripled to $1.50 = $.19
Sargento Salad Toppers 2/$4 - $.75 off (8/16SS or 9/27SS) doubled to $1.50 = $.50
Nestle Toll House Ready Bakes 2/$5 - $1 off (9/13RP) doubled to $2 = $.50 each!!
Egglands Best $1.99 - $.35 off (9/13SS) tripled to $1.05 = $.94
Halls Cough Drops $2.09 - $.35 off (9/27SS) tripled to $1.05 = $1.04 or $.75 if Refresh included doubled = $.59 + $.03 Pump Perks
Husmans 2/4 - $.30 off (tearpad) tripled to $.90 = $1.10
Speed Stick $2.19 - $.75/2 (9/27SS) doubled to $1.50/2 = $1.44
Crest Pro Health $3.49 - $1 off (9/27PG) doubled to $2 = $1.49
John Morrell Off the Bone 2/$7 - $1 off (9/20SS) doubled to $2 = $1.50

Aunt Jemima Pancake Mix $2.59 - $1/2 (8/30RP) doubled to $2/2 = $1.59 + $.07 Pump Perks
Red Baron 3/$11 - $1 off (8/3SS firebaked) doubled to $2 = $1.66
Hefty Waste Bags $5.99 - $.55 off (8/30RP) doubled to $1.10 = $4.89
Playtex Gentle Glide Tampons $7.49 - $.50 off (8/16SS) tripled to $1.50 = $5.99
Frebreze Candle $6.99 - Get a FREE Febreze Air Effects when you buy a Frebreze Candle (8/30PG)
Kibbles N Bits 4# bag $6.99 - $1 off (10/4RP) doubled to $2 = $4.99 + $.04 Pump Perks
Vicks Nyquil $6.99 - $1 off (9/27PG) doubled to $2 = $4.99 + $.06 Pump Perks


This week had ALOT of great coupons in it so I am going shopping tomorrow to see if any of the coupons equal FREE groceries! Happy Clipping! 8<

Friday, October 2, 2009

Check the back of your Bigg's Receipt for GREAT coupons!!

Check the back of your receipt for these awesome coupons!!

Wendy's $1 off premium sandwich combo and a FREE small Frosty with Combo Purchase
Fiesta Brava (the best CHEAP Mexican!) $5 off $20 and Buy One, Get One Meal!!
Great Clips $8.99 Cut & Dry!!

I also earned 4 points for buying my Silk Soy Milk. Once I have 9 I can redeem them for a FREE half gallon!

And last but not least I earned $.43 off per gallon of gas with my Pump Perks!! I only paid $1.95 per gallon after my shopping trip!!!! Tank is full for the next few days I will be traveling back to stock up!!

Thank you Bigg's!!

Bigg's Score $285 worth of groceries for $75!! See details below!

Three hours of shopping!! Loads of fun!! Here is what I got!!
Pillsbury Toaster Strudel $1.45
God Star Frozen Chili $.25
Hot Pocket Breakfast $FREE!!
Steam Fresh Corn & Peas $.09
Mayfield Ice Cream 1.5 qt $.50!!
Tobasco Sauce $FREE
Land O Lakes Buttery Bowls $.49
Jolly Time Popcorn $.69
Kotex Tampons 22 count $.79!!
Buitoni Refrigerated Fettucini $.19!!
Yoplait Delights $FREE!!
Whiskas Temptation Cat 'Treats $FREE!!
Starkist Tuna Salad $.49
Nestle Ready to Bake Cookies $FREE!!
Gold Star Canned Chili $FREE!
Maruchan Yakisobi Noodles $FREE!!
Betty Crocker Warm Delights $.49
Carnation Evaporated Milk $FREE!!
Bounty Napkins 200 count $1.00
Suave Conditioner $.50 or $.25 (can't remember which coupon I used)
Kotex Maxi Pads $1.29!!
Reach Floss $FREE!!
Dial Soap $.28
Bayer Low Dose Aspirin $.39
Silk Soymilk $1.49!!!
Wonder Bread White $.39
Welchs Refrigerated Juice $1.00
Hershey Extra Dark Bar $.19
Cascade Crystal Rinse $.29
Kellogg's Pop Tarts $.70
Kellogg's Nutra Grain Bars $2.49 (wish I would have checked my receipt, will take it back in tomorrow-these are clearanced for $2.19 I thought but rang up $3.49)
Playtex Vinyl Gloves $FREE!!

WHEW!!! Going back each day till it ends on Monday! A few things I didn't get were the Zone Perfect one flavor is $1 and I have a $.55 which would make them FREE!! And I hadn't clipped my Nestle Choc Chip $.50 coupon tripled would make them $.49 each!! And I forgot to look at the Suave Body Wash which I have $.50 coupons for!!

See ya there!! Happy Clipping!! 8<

Thursday, October 1, 2009

BIGG'S FREE & SUPER CHEAP!!

I have scoured Little Miss Know It All's Bigg's list and below is what I found to be FREE & super cheap. For full details click here http://littlemissknowitall.net/2009/09/biggs-triple-matchups/

FREE USING COUPONS FROM NEWSPAPER!
Playtex Gloves
Beech Nut Stage 3
Hello-Kitty B&-Aid
Yoplait Delights

McCormick Grill Mates & Grinder
Marzetti Dressing

Endust Dust Clothes
Gold Star Cans
Nestle Ready to Bake Cookies
Birdseye Steamfresh Veggies
Johnson’s Buddies

Johnson’s Baby Bar
LaCreme Yogurt
Carnation 5 oz Evaporated Milk Cans

FREE USING INTERNET PRINTED COUPONS (see her site for links)!
Venom
Nescafe Tasters Choice

Beech Nut Lets Grow Cottonelle 4 pack
Ajax
Mott’s Applesauce 6 pk.
Marzetti Salad Dressing
John Morrell Smoked Sausages (polish, regular or hot), 1.25 each
Toaster Strudel


And she is still going through Bigg's matching up regular priced items!!! Be sure to give her a shout out on her website & tell her you got to her THROUGH me!! THANKS & HAPPY CLIPPING!!