Chubba Bubba Monday: Pomegranates

I am running seriously late with my Chubba Bubba Monday Report.  Partly, because earlier today I didn't know what to talk about and partly because now, it's the eve of a new printable month, and in coupon terms that means TONS of fun resets on printables (Internet coupons).

It's like Christmas over here.  Add to it that I have 46 free Kmart dollars in my account plus, $5 more on the way, and $10 off my next transaction, and I am one HAPPY couponer.

In health news, I bought 6 pomegranates in one shopping trip which prior to owning an Omega Vrt, I never did.  But once juicing came along it forced me to deal with my issues and now, I honestly enjoy buying things like pomegranates, new jeans, and only the best Halloween wax burner ever.

It's a good feeling, and something I didn't expect.

Meanwhile, Tim just finished gaming via Skype and that means it's time for me to jump on his computer and print more money, as I've printed all I can from mine.  You Boogerbutts have a good one and for those playing the Chubba Bubba game please share how you did this week.

Cheers and boogie boogie.

PS: Here's my new burner.  Took me three Halloweens to finally let myself buy it and you know what?  I love it. 

Chocolate Skull & Freebies

Dollar Tree sells skull molds, so yesterday I used organic raisins and melted chocolate to make these yummies.  If you're a vegan you can use non-milk chocolate, or mix your own from a Baker's block.  Easy enough and ever so yummy. 

Next time, I want to make peanut, chocolate and raisin.  Then maybe a crunchy cereal texture, followed by coconut and dark chocolate.  Oh heavens.  So good.

Here's the shot I go this morning.  Click to expand.

I'm off work again today but don't need to rest so I'm doing chores.  But before I go, dig my Wally World score.

Just part of yesterday's couponing fun.

Eight shaving gels @$1.27 each
Used 4/$3 off 2 gels, coupons (from Red Plum insert)

Four lady razors @$3.89 each
Used 4/$4 off each razor (click Smart Source)
*Requires a download of their printer software 
*Limit 2 printables per computer

The overage from the shaving gels paid the rest of the tax on the razors.  In the end, they gave me about 34 cents, that I used for the rest of my transaction.

And that's how I coupon.  A little here and there so that we're never paying full price for beauty and household items.

Got questions about couponing?  If I can help, I will.  Just ask.  In the meantime, have an oogie boogie of a day.

Chubba Bubba Monday: Rash-Free Zone

I've been out shopping all ding dong day long and let me tell you, I scored some damn good sales, along with a new pair of jeans.  Which thank you very much, were the first pair I put on.  They fit, I liked 'em I bought 'em, end of story.

Which is good because in the past I'd agonize over spending for jeans.  But this time, no stress.  No rash.  No problems.

I'm starting to enjoy spending a little on stuff that I need.  Like pants.  Living in a snowbelt gets pretty cold during the winter months.  And now, I too can have pants.

It's a good day.

Buttload of Halloween

I found a buttload of Halloween fabric whilst working on the office.  And instead of saving it for I don't know what? This year I'm going to use it for blankets, pillows, napkins and babuskas.

Meanwhile, my car gets pre-inspected today.  If it can't pass we go car shopping.

I feel better about it this time, where last time, not so much.  As was apparent by the blotchy red rash.

Not a good look.

You know what will be a good look?  Me showing up tomorrow at work, wearing my new Halloween babuska.  I have some old favorites but it's time to use the new fabric.

But for now, I need rest because yesterday work really sucked monkey balls, and I'd like not to have a repeat this weekend.  So I'm going to pop in season five of Charlie's Angels, snuggle with the puppies and clip coupons.

You Boogerbutts take care.

PS: Autumnal Equinox hits 4:44 Sunday.  All 4's.  I LOVE IT.

Wait? How did the best new plate in the world, get in here?

Who Wants to Snuggle?

Chubba Bubba Mondays: Step Foward

How was your week?  Because I gotta say, its been a damn good one for me.  The back pain continues to decline as does the swelling.  Last doctor's visit, I felt my doctor touch each point in my spine.  That's how much the swelling has decreased.

I am happy and excited to keep moving forward.

Meanwhile, this past weekend I purposely washed and dried my Farmer Joe Jeans on HOT.  And they're STILL too big.  Add to it, that the swelling in my hands is also down, and yesterday at work, my medium gloves kept bunching.

These are fun problems to have.

But best of all, is that I'm maintaining energy for house projects.  And even though I didn't finish the office haul-out last Saturday as planned, I still went ahead and bought my equinox gifts because I am a grown up and I can do that.

And dig this, the new plates are 22cm (almost 9in).  If I'd bought these last year, I would have also purchased the platters at 30cm (almost 12 in).  Where now, there's no need for honkin' big plates.  And that is very cool step forward.

Check them out.  I love them.  They make me so happy.

Spiced Chocolate Latte with Vanilla & Brown Sugar
(made from scratch)

Ordered Last Night from Yankee Candle (with coupon)

Equinox Gift

Each equinox and solstice we get a fun gift.  In fact, that's the only rule, that it must be something fun and NOT practical.  This is something I've done for many many years before meeting Tim, and I love that he does it with me. 

For him, it's a weekend away of gaming in October and for me, a Halloween wax burner, new fall mugs and I'm thinking some glowy green spider lights.  But here's the catch, I'm not buying until this office/catch-all room is DONE.

Talk about motivation. 

Meanwhile, check out the Halloween wax burner, along with a 30% coupon.  Click Yankee Candle Coupon, to print your own.  To view the entire collection, click, Yankee Candle Halloween Collection.  Online coupon code is SAVE30 (30% off your entire order).  Expiry date 15 of September.

Cheers and boogie boogie.

Sally vs Zombie

I'm dressed and ready to his second shift prep.  Not sure how long the shift will be today but I might have a bonus day off tomorrow and Saturday.  If I do, then my plans are to rip apart our home office/stockpile room/sewing crap/treadmill basic catch-all room.

Hopefully Tim will get out earlier tomorrow and stop to get home-style pizza (not chain pizza), and we'll keep going until done.  If all goes well, we will start the new week with this room back in shape.  Or at least, that's the plan, Stan.

Meanwhile I'm off to chop veg, bake brownies and whatever else is on my prep sheet for the day.

Cheers and boogie boogie.

PS: Did you see our new toys?  Sally for me, and Steeler zombie for Tim.  I think Sally can take zombie boy down.  But for now, just to be safe, we'll keep them on separate desks.