What Newbie Couponing Looks Like

I bought this little cosmetic bag from the Dollar Tree. It works and all, but I am a couponing diva … and I must look the part. Okay, maybe I’m only a couponing diva in my mind’s eye. Still, I must have more room for all my theoretical coupons. So, I bought a really nice coupon bag. Ooo and it’s super fancy! It even affixes onto the shopping cart! On my next shopping trip, I will definitely look like a couponing diva, and it feels good.

Nursing a Pincher.

I am nursing a pincher. This has never happened to me, and I nursed my other children. My little man just grabs a handful of mama’s skin and … twists. Oh dear. I think I may need a nursing necklace for my little.

I have to do laundry today.

I hate laundry days. I put it off as long as I possibly can. The walk to the laundry is perilous, laced with potential social situations. Oh, how I long for the days when I have my own washer and dryer. Avoidance gets me nothing but a taller mountain of laundry.

Coffee with Collin: Coupon Organization Part 2

One day, I’ll be good enough for a coupon binder.

Learning How to Coupon.

I am slowly becoming familiar with the ways of couponing. TLC’s “Extreme Couponing” has made the idea very popular. I’m just one of those very frugal people and really want to pinch my pennies where I can. I figure coupons can help me do that. So far, this is what I’ve learned …

If one is going to save money, the very first thing one must do is sign up for store’s rewards programs. Not all stores, mind you. Pick your favorites, the ones you frequent the most. Rewards programs alone will help save a ton, but combining the rewards with coupons … and you’re nigh unstoppable.

Never be afraid of generic brands (or store brands). Being loyal to name brands may seem like a good idea, but in the grand scheme of things, generic brands are pretty much the same thing. In addition, switching to generic will save lots of the green stuff.

There are many ways to organize, the most popular being … a huge binder with clear plastic pocketed pages. Since I am just a novice, I’ve decided to use a cosmetic bag with envelopes. So far, it seems to be working.

Many seasoned couponers will say that one must buy multiple newspaper subscriptions in order to receive the coupon inserts. Technically, yes, one could spend the extra dollars and buy multiple newspapers. But, really, is it logical to buy so many newspapers? No, not really. There is a solution to wasting so many newspapers … buy only the inserts. Simple. Easy. Effective.

I think it’s becoming clear. I. Am. Addicted. Yes, that’s right, folks. I am addicted to learning about saving money. My first couponing experience at Target I saved 30% (I would have saved more had I remembered about the Cartwheel app on my phone). Now, that may not seem like a lot, but to me, it was a score. Next time I walk into Target, I’m going to be even more prepared, even more knowledgeable, and I will save more money and time.

It’s been a while.

It’s been a while since I’ve posted. My mind has been restless. I always have difficulties leaving my love. The time away is bittersweet. By my leaving him, I get to spend time with my family. How I miss him.

Sometimes.

Sometimes,

I just want to be normal.

Have a normal brain.

Think normally.

Sleep normally.

Dream normal dreams.

Not be the oddball.

The odd one out.

If I were normal, I could swallow stress and anxiety more easily.

I could deal with the change in the winds.

If I were normal, I would be a different me.

Sometimes,

I think it would be better.

Sometimes.

Newest wallet.

I finished another wallet. I am so pleased with myself, because it had been in the making for some time. Finally, I am done.

I just had a realization … my wallets just keep getting bigger. Yeah. Only people with giant-sized purses or back pockets can use my wallets. Oops.

I Hate Travelling.

I have to fly again soon. Very soon. I hate it. I hate leaving my love. I hate leaving this beautiful place, where I am happy. I really don’t want to go back “home”. Far too many people at the airport and far too few hiding spots. Can it be over already?

Hello … my name is thinkygirl, and I am a Rainbow Loom addict.

My stash of finished bracelets. I need to make MORE!!!