I have dabbled in couponing for years really, and even had an organized binder years ago. When my linen closet gets full of soaps and toothpaste, I usually take a break to use everything up. This can take weeks to months. I don't know if I can stop now. I may have to donate some of my haul items, but I am not sure that I can just stop. Sounds like I need a 12-step program, doesn't it?!
As I was decluttering the living room bookshelves thoroughly (thank you FLYLADY) I found that old binder, and inside was a CVS raincheck from September 25, 2014. This was a raincheck for buy one Arm&Hammer laundry detergent and get two free. Ah, yes, I remember going to three different stores close to me to find that deal. There was a store that had two on the shelf, but why would I do a normal BOGO when I could have a whole other bottle for free? PLEASE! Raincheck!
I honestly feel that the Lord blessed me because of my tithe offering this week. You know those weeks when you don't do the full 10% because of something that came up, so you just whittle it down a bit. God will understand...we rationalize. Why do I forget how faithful he is from week to week??
Okay, so here is the haul:
My Price= $0.00
Yep, not only did I not have to exchange any money but I got ECBs back...$11.00 worth. So CVS paid me $11.00 to take these items home. Okay, okay, I know you get it. Bruce asked if I was upset, he said I looked upset...I think I was just flabbergasted, truly-ha!
So how did I do this.
Honestly, I am not sure. Does that help? I can tell you what I handed them at checkout.
I had my almost four-year old raincheck and three $1 coupons for the Arm&Hammer detergent. I had a $2 coupon for the Swiffer solution. I had a $2 coupon for the toothpaste. There were two printable Covergirl coupons for $3 off of eye products. (The mascara was on clearance too!) I had a $3 coupon from the paper for the Almay face powder as well as a $4 CRT that I received last week at the CVS coupon printer. The drinks were full price-ugh!
I had my $8 off of a $40 purchase and the rest were ECBs. I actually did lose $.64 because I miscalculated a "pending" coupon. But you know what? I am okay with that at this point.
As I said before I do only get one newspaper with inserts, but I have crossed over to printables...I may need an intervention before I order shop for whole inserts!! And let's not forget the fact that I may have watched Southern Savers LIVE last night to see if there are any grocery store coupons and sales that I need to check out. The only thing with the grocery coupons is that most of the items are really unhealthy snacky foods. I admit I am regressing a bit on the making of my own laundry detergent and toothpaste right now. I still make and use mine, but I do like to change it up once in a while. I do the same with shampoo and soap, even bath tissue. I will never be a brand-specific person-which is handy if you coupon. That being said, I do think I have to draw the line at some of the "food" items that go on sale with coupons. I guess I could give those away too, but could I do that with a good conscience? I doubt it. Knowing me, I will probably test that theory just for the thrill of saving a dime.
My CVS shopping is not done this week. There is also a good deal on Tide pods but they were out. Teenagers must of beaten me there this week. (Oh no I didn't.) They are $4.94 a bag. Buy three and get $3 ECBs plus I have $3 coupons (two from the newspaper and one from the CVS app) for all three. I am estimating to get the three packages of pods for just over $3 after tax. Does that sound right? I will let you know, of course, when the purchase comes to fruition.
Anyone else have any great CVS deals, or deals anywhere? Let me know!
Have a blessed and productive day!
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