Comments on: Super Savings Saturday: The I-Got-My-Wisdom-Teeth-Pulled Edition

By: menu planning

menu planning — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 12:08:09 +0000

Feel better soon. When i had mine done it hurt me for about a month.

By: New at this!

New at this! — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 19:53:20 +0000

I am not able to pull up the cheese coupon. How can I get it? I live in Florida, are they accepted here?

By: lizajane

lizajane — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 21:24:11 +0000

Looks like more great deals! I appreciate everyone saying how they used the cheese coupons. I bought pre-packaged sliced cheese today at a local grocery store, but was afraid to try the coupons since they are so picky sometimes.
Hope you’re pain-free soon.

By: Karen

Karen — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 20:17:37 +0000

I had my wisdom teeth out just after high school. The first solid food I had was Arby’s roast beef sandwich – PLAIN….it was so tender, didnt hurt a bit to eat and the roastbeef is great protein! Hopefully you have an Arby’s near ya.

By: Jenny

Jenny — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 19:20:10 +0000

I live in Arkansas and so I am able to use the cheese coupon, it even worked on 2 containers of cottage cheese!

By: Jenny

Jenny — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 19:19:33 +0000

I live in Arkansas and so I am able to use the cheese coupon, it even worked on 2 containers of cottage cheese!

By: Allyson Cooley

Allyson Cooley — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 18:23:06 +0000

Went to target today and got 11 FREE packs of toddler wipes! they are .97 original price then I used the $1 off coupon!

By: Janet

Janet — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 15:35:54 +0000

glad you’re on the mend- if anyone criticizes you ever- they should try what you do- every day- keep on!

By: tinkbelprincess7@live.com

tinkbelprincess7@live.com — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 15:06:31 +0000

i wanted to say thank you for the heads up on the healthy harvest pasta. this was my first “frugal money saving” shopping trip and im already hooked. I would love some feedback on my blog or something since im new to this all! look forward to reading your future post your making this switch so easy!

By: Luci

Luci — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 14:52:06 +0000

I was wondering if you were okay, so thanks for the update! I’ve really been enjoying your work at home series so far because that’s exactly what I’m planning to do once my promised and I are finally married. I have a disability, and we both know how difficult it will be for me to ever hold down a true full-time job because of it. Also, since we both want to have a big family, it’s very important that one of us is always able to be at home with whatever future children God blesses us with. I’ve always found your blog to be very inspiring–I even started eating black beans in preparation for my post-grad life because of you, as silly as that may sound! Take your time recovering, and don’t worry about the blogosphere right now. We’ll still be here when you get back. I’ll be praying for your recovery!

By: kelley

kelley — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 13:22:53 +0000

Feel better, I had mine done two at at time….it really wasn’t bad at all….I’d recommend it over all four any day!

By: Pam

Pam — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 12:23:41 +0000

Feel better soon. When i had mine done it hurt me for about a month.

By: Ashley

Ashley — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 11:37:06 +0000

Sorry you are hurting! I don’t know how you do all you do even when you feel good. Your blog has made a big difference for my family- and I really appreciate what you have taught me. I figured that even without pain your trips would look a little different this month anyway- since you have a freezer full of food. I couldn’t believe all the catty comments on your guest post last week either! My son and I have food allergies- so our menu and our budget are a little different than yours, but our grocery bill has been cut by at least 50% since I started reading you blog- and that is success! (and I am still learning) Some of those women responded like you had told them exactly what to do… instead of sharing with them what you do- if someone will apply your concepts to their budget it will make a difference… no matter how much money they have to work with or if they are feeding an army or they have special dietary needs! You have encouraged me to tap into my creativity- and it is changing our lives.

By: Stephanie

Stephanie — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 10:51:37 +0000

Just wanted to let you know I feel your pain….literally! I had my wisdom teeth pulled Thursday morning. Hope your feeling better soon & looking forward to reading more of your awesome posts!

By: Samantha R

Samantha R — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 10:26:19 +0000

I got my wisdoms pulled in 2004 when I was almost 19. Whew, what an experience! You’re right; it’s hard to eat a balanced diet but when you’re able to, you are glad to see real food again!
And it’s good for losing a bit of weight too if you’re wanting to I lost about 5 lbs total from the 3 surgeries (tops and then one each for the bottoms at separate times from May to July 2004)
I’m glad you are recovering well and feeling better.
Thanks for the photos and all you do!

By: Courtney

Courtney — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 10:05:24 +0000

Best wishes for a speedy recovery, Crystal!

My freezer is overflowing with 18 lbs. of shredded cheese. I used my four $1.50 coupons to get 8 lbs. at Walmart this week, and the week before I had gotten two five pound bags at Sam’s. Guess we’re all set in the cheese department for awhile

By: Abbie

Abbie — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 09:41:13 +0000

I had no idea you could freeze marshmallows!
Does the texture change when you freeze them? Do you have to use them for baking or are they okay to eat after frozen?
I got 8 boxes of cereal for $.95 each at Kroger yesterday. I’m happy with that!

By: Davonne

Davonne — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 08:52:54 +0000

I just want to say that I think you’re doing a great job. I was surprised at the criticism about your guest post earlier this week. I think some people try hard to excuse themselves for not doing their best for their families. It’s sad that we’re tempted to tear others down just to try and make ourselves look better, when instead we should be encouraging and uplifting one-another.

I am curious what the large marshmallows are for though – s’mores? Rice Crispy treats? Just to have on hand? I’m assuming they’re not for hot chocolate

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Money Saving Mom here: Good question! I’m planning to use some of these marshmallows for school counting projects and Christmas baking, so I thought it’d be good to have both sizes. But s’mores sound like a good idea, too.

By: Marnie

Marnie — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 07:51:54 +0000

Why keep apologizing when you buy packaged foods? If people think that is all you eat, they are missing the point of posting the pictures. You are merely showing us the great deals you’ve gotten; we know that is not all that you eat or buy in a week! (you have children-they tend to eat marshmallows sometimes!) Keep posting your deals (without being embarrassed!), as I LOVE seeing the bargains you’ve found!

By: MeagerMoney

MeagerMoney — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 07:51:34 +0000

Very nicely done! Once I move into a bigger house where I have a walk-in pantry or basement I am going to stockpile like there is no tomorrow!