Walgreens Take Care Recovery Plan

First of all, let's do this in stages.

1. I am a BzzAgent, which means that I've registered with BzzAgent.com to receive kits with samples, coupons and products to try out and then spread the word!

2. I recently received a BzzKit to promote Walgreens' Take Care Clinic. Here's the scoop on that, taken directly from their website:

Not feeling well? Drop into a nearby Take Care Clinic and one of our fully licensed board-certified Family Nurse Practitioners or Physician Assistants will see you.

• We treat patients 18 months and older

• We’re here 7 days a week, including weeknights

• No appointment necessary

• We welcome most insurance plans, too

• Conveniently located at select Walgreens

Find a location closest to you.

I was hoping to get a chance to pay a visit before I posted this info so that I could give you a first hand account. The idea sounds amazing and I especially LOVE the thought of a convenient location and a super-quick visit. I still have not gone, but a close friend of mine has. It cost her $85 (private pay) and she was seen in 20 minutes. All this took place less than five minutes from her home. Wow.

3. What prompted my post this morning is the follow-up email I received regarding the Walgreens Take Care Recovery Plan. This caught my eye because they "provide access to free healthcare visits for our patients, and their families, who have lost their jobs and are uninsured." Interesting....

Just thought I would pass this along!

Spring Sale @ Children's Place

I can't say enough good things about The Children's Place clothing. It holds up beautifully in the wash; colors don't fade, fabric doesn't pill. The girl clothing we've purchased has been handed down three times and I still managed to sell it on consignment afterward.

They are having a Spring Sale right now with many low priced items. Check out the sale section in each of their size options. Then, organize it by price: lowest to highest. I don't have an infant, but it's great to have a few inexpensive gift options in my closet. Shipping on all orders is $5.

Here are two codes for an additional 10% off:

NEXTJ78
NJAARP39

Private Health Insurance Through Tennessee Farm Bureau

Several years ago, we looked into private health insurance, due to a job change. After much shopping around and networking, I came across Tennessee Rural Health, which is the insurance program offered to members of the Tennessee Farm Bureau. You do not have to be a farmer to join. The annual cost for Farm Bureau membership is $25.00. You are automatically eligible for other discounts and benefits just by joining (car rental, etc.) The TRH website offers quick quotes and overviews of the different policy benefits. The insurance carrier is Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee, which is accepted by most providers.

If you are shopping around and discouraged at the high costs, this might make your day. : )

Swagbucks.com

I've just signed up for this. Looked like a fun opportunity to win prizes just for searching, etc., so I thought I would pass it along.

You can use THIS LINK to get started.

About www.swagbucks.com

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www.swagbucks.com is a search engine that offers you the chance to win cool prizes from swagbucks.com every time you search. We believe very strongly in rewarding our users for their loyalty and our prizes are our way of thanking you. No registration is required. Try it, you'll be hooked - we guarantee it!

Best Kept Secret In Middle Tennessee

With four kids, I could spend a fortune in extra-curricular activities. Fortunately, Metro Parks and Recreation offers many free and/or cheap classes at many community center locations throughout Nashville. The four main areas of interest are visual arts, dance, music and theater. This link will take you to the current schedule (only a few weeks left for these classes.)

However, the word is that the new schedule should be posted some time in April and I believe that classes begin in Late May/Early June. Keep checking.

For anyone outside of the Middle Tennessee area, take a look at your local "dot-gov" page to see if you have a similar program.

Favorite Sources For Online Coupons

Here are some great sources for online coupons:






Betty Crocker


Pillsbury


Eat Better America


Box Tops 4 Education


Red Plum


Valpak

Charity Box

My goal for our family is a 3 month stockpile. Anything over and above that goes into a charity box, which I keep near the front door to bring each week to the food pantry at my church. It's amazing to watch how quickly this box fills up as the week progresses. I love that strategic shopping has become not only a blessing to my own family, but to many others that I may never meet.

After dropping off the box today, filled with food and toiletries, and then making my drugstore rounds after church, I already have two bottles of body wash to give for next Sunday! Can't wait to score more deals -- some to keep and some to give away!

My CVS Plans - 3/29

Looks like it's time for me to get some candy and other Easter necessities at CVS.

Thanks to Swaggrabber for these match-ups.

Here's what I'm planning:

2 Paas Easter Egg Coloring Kit $1.99 each
Receive $1.99 in ECB - limit 2
Final Price: FREE after ECB

3 bags Easter M&M's $1.50 each
use $1.50/3 coupon in 3/15 RP
Final Price: $1 each

2 Softsoap Ensembles hand soap $3.99
Receive $4 in ECB when you buy 2
Use $2 coupon in the 3/22 SS
Final Price: FREE + .02 overage with 2 coupons

That's all I'm thinking for now. Nothing else caught my eye.

My Walgreens Plans - 3/29

OK, check out a more complete listing of deals and coupon match-ups at Southern Savers.

Here's what I'm planning to do:

Chapstick 100% Naturals or True Shimmer Lip Balm or Butter $1.99 each
Get $1.99 in Register Rewards when you buy 1
Final Price: FREE after RR's

Four boxes Quaker Life cereal @ 2 for $5
Receive $2 in RR
use (2) $1 off 2 Printable coupon
Final Price: $1 each

One Soft Soap body wash $3.99
Receive coupon for one free body wash
use $.75 off coupon 3/29 SS
Final Price: varies**
** This item is set to print the "Get One Free" register reward all week. Use free coupon on subsequent trips to purchase same body wash, generate more coupons.

Two bottles Dawn Dish Detergent $.99 with in ad coupon
I think I've got a coupon from a home mailer for this -- have to dig around.

This is not really a stellar savings example, but I'll most likely need to run to Walgreens anyway since my newspaper delivery guy can't seem to get his act together. Might as well pick up a few things while I'm there.

Take Your Child On A Birthday Shopping Spree

Two weeks ago, my oldest daughter turned 10. As agreed, I took her to Claire's in the mall to get her ears pierced. In addition, I had also printed out several coupons to use around the mall. Here is what we were able to lavish upon her for a mere $3:

1 XS tank top from Aeropostale - Free (Thanks, Deal Seeking Mom)
1 cute pink tote bag from Victoria's Secret
1 body wash from Victoria's Secret - $1 clearance
1 silver heart necklace from JC Penney $5 clearance minus $5 JC Penney Reward Certificate (enter code 3008 to get the $5 gift certificate)
1 white tea hand sanitizer from Bath & Body Works $1.50
1 hand lotion from Bath & Body Works - Free w/ purchase
1 pair panties from Aerie - Free (OK, those were for me)
1 scoop Baskin Robbins - Free (birthday club)

She had SO much fun shopping with her Mama and getting to make all her selections. She looked like a little diva with all her brightly colored shopping bags. I loved being able to spend time with her and saying "yes" to so many things. Didn't cost a lot, but I know she felt like a princess.

Over the years, I've learned to make my own rules when it comes to kid birthdays. Don't feel pressured to throw a giant, over-priced shindig for your child's extended social circle. It only takes a few people and a little forethought to celebrate someone you love. And, as I'm finding out, very little cash.


** I've posted links to any offers that have not already expired.