Become a bag lady(guy)

Has this ever happened to you?  You walk into a grocery store for a few items, grab a shopping cart and walk out with a cart full of items.  I realize this is an exercise in self-control.  I will readily admit that I find all sorts of stuff that I don’t need or didn’t intend [...]

Make things E-Zier for yourself

I received a letter in the mail from the NYS Thruway Authority reminding me to renew my Thruway Annual Permit.  Since I’m on the Thruway between Rochester and Buffalo commuting to work, the Annual Permit Plan lets me drive between the Pembroke (48A) and I-490 Leroy (47) exits for free.  Without an E-ZPass, one way [...]

Common Sense Ways to Save at College

I liked this article written in the Buffalo News this week about ways to save money when going to college.  I thought the advice was practical, and mostly common sense, but still wanted to share it with people. I realize that most students have started back to college already, so some of this advice you [...]

Revealing my sources

I know some of you probably wonder how I hear about some of the deals I blog about.  I thought this might be a good time to turn you onto one of my best sourcesfor freebies and good deals: Moms Who Save. I first heard about Moms Who Save on Momster, an online community for [...]

Be Fruitful

One of the great things about living in western NY is the abundance of farms and farm markets.  Some of these  farms even let you do the harvesting, offering discounts for picking your own.  You might have to go a bit out of your way but it’s a great way to get some healthy food [...]

Deals under a $1

I just had to share.  I came back 30 minutes ago from a trip to Michaels where I went specifically to buy one thing.   I found that one thing and headed to the cash register.  When I got there the normal $1 bin of “stuff” at the register was marked down to 25 cents!  My [...]

What to do with that gift card you got for Christmas

I have lots of suggestions on what to do with that unwanted gift card you got for Christmas.

The Price is Rite

Are you lucky enough to have a PriceRite grocery store in your neighborhood. It has great produce and other bargains.

Gas it up

As many of you know, I joined the ranks of the unemployed earlier in 2009.  While searching for a new opportunity I took the time to start this blog.  Blogging was something I had wanted to do for a while.  I’m happy to report that starting in January, I will be working in a temporary [...]

More Black Friday Tips

I recently blogged about BF addicts, so when I came across a great set of tips for Black Friday shopping on the Coupon Sherpa Blog I wanted to share them.  I thought a lot of the tips were useful and relevant and wanted to make sure I got them out post haste since Black Friday [...]