The following is a guest post by Outside the Box Mom:

Thanks to your comments on this series, we have some great questions to address…

Question:

I get frustrated easily. I’ve tried to coupon but why do I always fail?

Answer:

Frustration is defined as being unfulfilled or unsuccessful. It leaves feelings of being prevented from something or having dissatisfaction.

There are many rules and regulations to using coupons. So, without patience, organization, and persistence, one can become easily frustrated with using coupons.

In my own personal experience, I have gone through seasons where I didn’t set foot into a store (I sent my husband), I didn’t use one coupon (I purchased the least expensive option), I passed on deals (in favor of making 1 shopping trip), or we didn’t go to any store at all (we just made due with what we had). I’d rather take a short break and get some rest, than completely give up on the coupon game.

Are you a Frustrated Couponer?

• don’t feel like you’re really saving any money
• would rather not hassle with coupons
• dread clipping or organizing coupons

Why Couponing Can Be Frustrating

• lack of coupons
• complicated deals
• your area got a lower value coupon than other areas
• unclear, improperly enforced store policies
• going to too many stores
• attempting too many deals
• unorganized
• unprepared
• store [Read more…]

Bath and Body Works is at it again!! You can buy TWO 3 wick Candles for $20 Right now. You are saving $19 with this deal! Use code: CANDLES25 and score $1 Shipping on Orders of $25 or more! I bought candles a few weeks back when this sale was going on.

Target has Patio Furniture on sale right now. Score 25% OFF and if you spend $50 or more get Free Shipping!! This sale is going on now through 3/31!! Loving this pop of yellow, super cute!!!!!!!

Check out Shopko Deals of the Week for Kids! Get 50% Off Girl’s Easter Dresses! The dresses are anywhere from $14.99 and up! They have some cute dresses, not all of them on sale are pastels and such.

Right now at Build A Bear Take Advantage [Read more…]

1. Change your diet. A steady influx of sugars, fats, and preservatives will only make you feel about a million years old. If your first instinct is to reach for a bag of chips and a Coke when you have to eat lunch on the go, then it’s time to seriously rethink your position on nutrition. You’ve probably heard the saying “you are what you eat” and in a way it’s true. If you weigh down your body with items that feature lots of calories but little in the way of nutrients, you’re virtually starving yourself of the feel-good elements that real foods have to offer. A diet rich in lean protein, whole grains, and the fruits and veggies that provide you with necessary vitamins is not only going to make your body feel fantastic, but it will also increase your energy and focus and dramatically improve your mood.
   
   

   
   

2. Exercise. Whether you’re jogging, lifting weights, or hitting the yoga mat, exercise may be the [Read more…]

Right now till 3/18 you can grab NuMe products as low as $60!! That is a really great price on their high end flat irons! They help give you hair shine, and work great to straighten, and even curl hair!! They offer Free Shipping and Free Returns always!! They have deals up to 60% off!!

Right now Save up to 40% off at PurMinerals.com. Enter Promo Code SAVEMORE for tiered savings: $20 off $60; $30 off $80; and $40 off $100! Plus they have items marked down quite a bit! The Simply Chic Eye and Cheek Palette(pictured above) – $74 Value right now on sale for $30!!

Best Offer Buy has a lot of prank and gag gadets up for grabs. [Read more…]