7/13 Target ... Spent $35.51 ... Saved $59.54

6 Sierra Mist Natural 12pk - $2.75 each used 6 $1 off 1 coupons made it $10.50 for 6
6 Room Essentials pillows - $2.50 each used 6 $2 off 1 coupons made it $3 for 6
7 packs of 10 PaperMate pens - $1.02 each used 7 $1 off 1 coupons made it $0.14 for 7
5 Sharpie 2 packs - $1 each used 5 $1 off 1 coupons made them FREE
4 17Gallon Tubs - $2.99 each made it $11.96 for 4
Hopper bounce toy - $2.99
Laser Cat toy - $3.99

Subtotal $32.58 + $2.93tax makes Total $35.51

6 Month Results ... Spent $2,306.50 ... Saved $9,074.80

We are halfway through 2011 and we have had a a lot of success so far.  So far this year we have cut our budget from $175 per week before we started couponing to $85.80 per week.  That's $2,218.50 cash in our pockets that we didn't spend.  Add to that the $6,856.30 worth of stuff that we got for free and that is how we got over $9,000 in savings in 6 months.

Go to the Receipt Logs tab to download tutorial and blank versions of my spreadsheet to start tracking your savings.

Flying Lesson for Father's Day for $75

Groupon is offering an introductory flying lesson for Father's Day.  http://www.groupon.com/r/uu6211483

From the groupon:

Do what you were born to do with today's deal: for $75, you get an introductory discovery flight package from Pilot Journey, which includes one actual flying lesson, pre-flight ground-work, take-home instructional materials, and more (a $149.95 value). Click here for participating flight schools. Participating schools are marked with the Discovery Flight logo.
Pilot Journey connects FAA-certified flight instructors with hopeful pupils. The comprehensive introductory discovery flight package helps fledgling flyers get their footing in the great blue yonder, bypassing the perils of ignorance and the feral pigeons that populate the stratosphere. Included in the package is "Reach for the Sky," a CD written by Pilot Journey pilots that contains several computer-based seminars and two computer-based ground lessons, helping students get acquainted with aircraft procedures from the familiar comforts of earth. Two electronic flying handbooks reinforce this knowledge.
Once you've completed Pilot Journey's suggested preflying curriculum, you'll get to put your knowledge to the test during a 30–40 minute assisted-control flying lesson with an experienced instructor. After your exhilarating zigzag through the clouds, you'll return to the realities of earth, but quickly get lifted from the humdrums with a six-month subscription to a leading flight magazine and a certificate of accomplishment. See a full list of the discovery flight package's contents here.
Pilot Journey is a nucleus for top-notch aviation instruction nationwide that functions by connecting aspiring pilots to the best flight schools in their area. When you purchase a discovery flight package through Pilot Journey, you receive a certificate that can be cashed in at any of the Pilot Journey's affiliated (and participating) locations, making it a convenient gift for far-flung friends as well as beloved-but-meddling family members you'd like to fling a bit farther.

The Fine Print

• Expires Jun 13, 2012
• Limit 1 per person, may buy multiple as gifts. Limit 1 per visit. Must be 18 or older or have guardian consent. 265lb weight max. Valid ID required. Must sign waiver. Age subject to instructor approval. Extra fee for shipping

6/5 Publix ... Spent $57.62 ... Saved $78.24

Raincheck:
10 Sierra Mist Natural 2-Liters - BOGO $1.69.  Subtotal $8.45

Current Sale:
10 Jala Gluten Free Frozen yogurt Bars 4-packs - BOGO $3.99 makes it $19.95 for 10; used 10 coupons that were $0.50 off 1 which doubles to $1 off 1.  Subtotal $9.95
2 Mrs T's Pierogies - BOGO $2.59; used 2 $1 off 1 coupons.  Subtotal $0.59
4 Polly-O Ricotta Cheese - $2.79 each; used 4 $1 off 1 store and 2 $1 off 2 manuf coupons.  Subtotal $7.16
2 Off Clip-on Refills - $3.99 each; used 2 $2 off 1 store and 2 $1 off 1 manuf coupons.  Subtotal $1.98
2 Carnation Instant Breakfasts - $3.99 each; used 2 $1.50 off 1.  Subtotal $4.98
2 Voila Meals -BOGO $4.99; used 2 $0.50 off 1 coupons doubled to $1 off 1.  Subtotal $2.98
2 Sargento Sliced Provolone - $3 each; used 2 $0.50 off 1 doubled to $1 off 1.  Subtotal $4
4 Aleve - $2.99 each; used 4 $1 off 1. Subtotal $7.96
2 Ex-lax -$2.29 each; used $5 off 2 store coupon.  Subtotal -$0.42
1 Auro-Dri Swimmers Ear - Clearance $2.99 plus a $2 mail in rebate

Subtotal $50.62 +$7tax

5/18 Rite Aid ... Spent $18.66 ... Saved $36.85

1st Transaction
5 Dr. Pepper 12 packs - $3.25 each ($16.25 total) - First used $3 off a $15 purchase Rite Aid coupon from filling out survey on another receipt, then used store coupon buy 4 get 1 free for a subtotal of $10.  Then used a $4 +Up reward to make subtotal $6 +$1.33 tax
Total $7.33


2nd Transaction
5 Dr. Pepper 12 packs - $3.25 each ($16.25 total) - First used $3 off a $15 purchase Rite Aid coupon from filling out survey on another receipt, then used store coupon buy 4 get 1 free for a subtotal of $10 +$1.33 tax.
Total $11.33


So I got 10 Dr.Pepper 12 packs for $18.66 ($1.87 each) and both receipts have surveys on them that I can fill out to get 2 more coupons for $3 off a $15 purchase

5/15 Rite Aid ... Spent $13.03 ... Saved $129.50

Yes that's A LOT of Peeps, but it is a gluten free candy and with an Autistic child it is good to stock up.  All of the Easter candy was 90% off.  The pruning sheers were full price at $7 but we needed them.  So everything else was $6.

Tornado Relief Donation

We donated to help those affected by the recent tornadoes here in Alabama.  Along with clothes and toys, we also donated from our couponing stockpile.  Most of this stuff we got for free and everything else was under $1 each.

2 blood glucose monitors, 8 packages pantyliners, 9 tubes toothpaste, 11 body wash, 14 full size deodorant, 6 travel size deodorant, 2 maalox, 2 azo itch relief, 2 dulcolax, 3 nyquil, 2 zantac, 1 gas-x, 1 excedrin, 2 packs band aids, 2 finish dishwasher systems, 4 juicy juice, 5 instant coffee, 4 baby food, 5 green beans, 5 shampoo