Monday, February 29, 2016

101 Things in 1001 Days: #26 - Add 50 New Amazing Recipes to My Recipe Book


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Beef Pot Roast

by: Allrecipes.com

Ingredients

2 teaspoons coconut oil
4 pounds boneless chuck roast
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
 
Directions
  1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  2. Heat a heavy Dutch oven on top of the stove over medium high heat. Add oil, and sear meat in the center of the pan for 4 minutes. Turn meat over with tongs; sear all sides for 3 to 4 minutes on each side. Remove meat from pan. Arrange onion, garlic, and 1 bay leaf in the bottom of the pan, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Return meat to pan, place remaining bay leaf on top of meat, and cover.
  3. Cook in the oven for 30 minutes at 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Reduce the heat to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C), and cook for 1 1/2 hours. Remove roast to a platter to rest for 10 to 15 minutes. Slice, and top with onions and gravy.
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#26 - Add 50 new amazing recipes to my recipe book

56% Complete 

Saturday, February 27, 2016

Sample Saturday: Malin+Goetz Clarifying Clay Mask


Malin+Goetz Clarifying Clay Mask (Sample Size .50 oz.)
 
$48.00 (3.4 oz.) available at Barneys.com
 
Pros: This mask leaves your face smooth, soft, and clean. It dries quickly and also exfoliates your skin very well.  I was surprised at the thickness but it is a clay mask. It retains its shape coming out of the tube but spreads easily over your face. I really enjoyed this mask and cannot wait to use up the rest of my sample.


Cons: $$$

I would not purchase this product in the future just based on the price. If you are willing to pay the price I highly recommend this mask.
 
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Look for Sample Saturday blog posts every Saturday :)
 
 
 

Wednesday, February 24, 2016

2016 Reading Challenge: Books 8 & 9 of 2016


Elin Hilderbrand is one of my favorite authors. These two books were extremely enjoyable and I loved how the second book picked up exactly one year after the first.

Sunday, February 21, 2016

CVS Coupon Haul Week of 2/21/2016: Saved 83%


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Transaction #1

(2) Viva 6ct Paper Towels: $10.49 on Sale for $5.99
(3) Kleenex with Aloe: $3.19 on Sale for $1.33
Scott Extra Soft Bath Tissue: $12.49 on Sale for $6.99
Reeses Egg: $.99
Phyisicans Formula Butter Bronze Light: $16.99

Manufacture Coupons:
(2) $1.00 Off Viva Paper Towels - Print Coupon Here
  $.65 Off Scott Bath Tissue - Print Coupon Here
$4.00 New Phyisicans Formula Butter Bronze - Found On Product
 
CVS Coupons
$3.00 Off $15 in Cosemetics
$1.00 Off Scott Bath Tissue - CVS APP Coupon
$1.00 Off Viva Paper Towels - CVS APP Coupon
$1.00 Off Three Kleenex - CVS APP Coupon
 
Used $19.00 in ExtraCareBucks

Paid $10.21 and received $13.99 in ExtraCareBucks

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Retail Value: $61.93

Paid Out Of Pocket: $10.21

($13.99 in ExtraCareBucks left over for next week)

Saved: $51.72

83%

Thursday, February 18, 2016

2016 Reading Challenge: Book 7 of 2016


This book really takes you through the daily struggles of an addict. Explaining in detail all the ups and downs along the way as well as finding the light at the end of the tunnel.

Sunday, February 14, 2016

CVS Coupon Haul Week of 2/14/2016: Saved 86%


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Transaction #1

(2) AngelSoft 12 Roll Bath Tissue: $9.99 on Sale for $5.00
Brawny Paper Towels: $11.49 on Sale for $5.00
(2) Colgate Total Advanced Whitening Toothpaste: $3.99 on Sale $2.99
(2) Nivea Power Refresh Body Wash: $5.99

Manufacture Coupons:
(2) $.45 Off  One AngelSoft  - AngelSoft.com
  $1.00 Off One Brawny Paper Towels - Brawny.com
$3.00 Off Two Nivea Regular or For Men Body Wash - 2/7 SmartSource
(2) $.50 Off One Colgate Toothpaste - 1/31 SmartSource
CVS Coupons
None

Used $20.00 in ExtraCareBucks

Paid $7.58 and received $14.00 in ExtraCareBucks
Will receive an additional $5.00 ExtraCareBucks from the CVS Beauty Club

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Retail Value: $51.95

Paid Out Of Pocket: $7.58

($19.00 in ExtraCareBucks left over for next week)

Saved: $44.37

86%

Friday, February 12, 2016

2016 Reading Challenge: Book 6 of 2016


I've had this book on my book shelf for years and have never reached for it. I am glad I finally decided to dive into this book, it was amazing!

Thursday, February 11, 2016

2015 Highlights

I know this post is very late but I still wanted to share my highlights of 2015!

4 Trips

5 Visitors

Attended 2 Weddings

Spent Our 1st Christmas on the East Coast
 
 One New Full Time Hobby for Me

Tuesday, February 9, 2016

2016 Reading Challenge: Book 5 of 2016


I really don't have much to say about this book. I was excited for a funny and easy read but this was just not my taste.


Monday, February 8, 2016

CVS Coupon Haul Week of 2/7/2016: Saved 87%


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Transaction #1

(2) Excedrin Migraine Pain Reliever 24 coated caplets: $6.49
(2) Excedrin Extra Strength Pain Reliever/Pain Reliever Aid 24 caplet: $6.49
(4) Eucerin Original Healing Soothing Repair Creme 2 oz: $6.49

Manufacture Coupons:
(4) $2/1 Aquaphor Healing Ointment Skin Care, Lip Care or Baby Care Product - 2/7 Smartsource
 (4) $2/1 Excedrin Product 20 ct+ - 2/7 Red Plum

CVS Coupons
$2 off $18 any Pain Reliever or Sleep Aid, includes CVS Brand 
$4 off $15 Hand and Body Lotion, like Nivea, Aveeno or CVS Brand

Used $21.25 in ExtraCareBucks

Paid $7.03 and received $20.00 in ExtraCareBucks

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Retail Value: $50.28

Paid Out Of Pocket: $7.03

($20.00 in ExtraCareBucks left over for next week)

Saved: $43.25

87%

Saturday, February 6, 2016

LATE Rite Aid Coupon Haul Week of 1/31/2015: Saved 100%


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Transaction #1

(2) Chloraseptic Sore Throat Spray, Cherry: $7.29 on Sale for $4.99

Manufacture Coupons:
(2) $1 Off One Chloraseptic Product - Chloraseptic.com

Used 798 ($7.98) in Plenti Points

Paid $0.00 and received 8000 ($8.00) in Plenti Points
 
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Retail Value: $14.58
 
Paid Out Of Pocket: $0.00

8000 ($8.00) Plenti Points left over for next week

Saved: $14.58

100%

Friday, February 5, 2016

Bonus CVS Coupon Haul Week of 1/31/2016: Saved 75%



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Transaction #1

(3) DiGiorno Pizzeria! Supreme Speciale Pizza: $7.99 on Sale for $5.50

Manufacture Coupons:
Buy Two Get One Free DiGiorno Pizzas - 1/31 Red Plum

CVS Coupons
None
 
Used $5.00 in ExtraCareBucks

Paid $6.00 and received $5.00 in ExtraCareBucks
 
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Retail Value: $23.97

Paid Out Of Pocket: $6.00

($5.00 in ExtraCareBucks left over for next week)

Saved: $17.97

75%

Tuesday, February 2, 2016

2016 Reading Challenge: Book 4 of 2016


I saw this book on my "to read" list on my Goodreads and requested it from the library. I am not entirely sure how it made it onto my Goodreads as it is a young adult book but it was a decent read.