FREE Olay Anti-Aging Eye Roller

Some days I definitely feel older than I deserve.  This is mainly due to the fact that my children are sucking the life out of me.  I say that in most loving way possible. They are killing me softly. I can’t prevent them from doing their worst but I can try every lotion, potion and creme to help me stay close to my fictional age of 28.  You can imagine how happy I was to find out a great deal on an anti-aging product.  Here’s hoping it works! 

Here is a deal I just can’t resist.  Shopko has OLAY Regenerist products for $17.99 each.  I have a rebate form for $20 with the purchase of a Olay Regenerist Anti-Aging Eye Roller and Pantene shampoo or conditioner.  This makes your complete purchase FREE!

http://www.olay.com/Club_Olay/sep2009/images/Regenerist_Pantene_Rebate_Form.pdf

Here is another Olay rebate form for a FREE Olay Anti-Aging Eye Roller when you buy 2 Olay Regenerist products.  Click here: http://www.olay.com/Club_Olay/sept2009/images/Regenerist_Rebate_Form.pdf

Special thanks to Margie for sharing this rebate offer!

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Movie Night in Meridians Setters Park

Grab your family, friends, and neighbors this summer and join Meridian Parks and Recreation for CableONE Movie Night in Meridian!  Every Friday in June, July, and August (some exceptions) we’ll set up our huge inflatable movie screen in Meridian Settlers Park (Meridian Rd. & Ustick) and take in a family-friendly movie.  Here’s the best part - IT’S FREE!  So bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and movie pals and enjoy a summer of fun with Meridian Parks and Recreation!  All movies start at dusk. http://www.meridiancity.org/parks_rec.aspx?id=222

CableONE Movie Night in Meridian 2009 Schedule

July 3rd
Star Wars: The Clone Wars

July 10th
Hotel for Dogs

July 17th
Journey to the Center of the Earth 3D
**Free 3D glasses for the first 2,000 people**

July 24th
The Princess Bride

July 31st
Kung Fu Panda

August 7th
Madagascar:
Escape 2 Africa

August 14th
Horton Hears a Who

August 21st
The Sound of Music

August 28th
The Tale of Despereaux

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Take Your Kids to the Movies For FREE

REG’s Free Family Film Festival is Now Showing!
When school’s out, kids around the country visit selected Regal theatres for the Free Family Film Festival. It’s a fun-filled nine weeks of movies for kids and parents. Since 1991, Regal has provided this service to the community, and best of all it’s FREE!
Selected G & PG movies start at 10AM each Tuesday and Wednesday during the festival. First-come, first-served seating is limited to theatre capacity. The Free Family Film Festival is safe, lots of fun and a great way for kids to spend a weekday morning in the summer.
Tickets for our 2009 Free Family Film Festival are exclusively available at select theatres’ box office on the day of the show.
You can also select a state from the link below to find participating theatres in your area along with what films are playing each week!
http://www.regmovies.com/nowshowing/familyfilmfestivalschedule.aspx?state=ID

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Coupons For Dummies

This may come as a surprise to some of you but I just recently started using coupons.  I always liked the idea of coupons but they also seemed a little too complex and quite frankly a pain to deal with. Given the times I decided to give it a try and see if they are worth all the hassle.
My first baby step into using coupons was to subscribe to a friends website http://stretchingyourdollarsnewsletter.com/.  Its geared for Southern Idaho but it still made the whole process easier.  She goes through the local stores sales, all coupons available and tells you what you should buy, where and how much you’ll pay.  She spends hours doing this so you don’t have too.  There are several sites like this but I use this one.

Here are a few tips for those of you that are wanting to join the couponing adventure:
1.  Collect your coupons in a small organizer so you can carry it with you and you know what you have.
2.  The Sunday paper is a great place to see all the local stores sales and get coupons.  You can also print them online:
www.smartsource.com
www.coupon.com
www.couponbug.com
www.redplum.com
3.  Some stores will double the value of your coupon.  - Albertson’s has “doubler” coupons in their ad (you can pick them up at the front of the store).  Use the doubler coupon to double the value of your manufacturer coupon up to $1.   You can get a lot of items free this way.
4.  Some stores will honor other stores sales ads. -  Rite-aid will match competitors prices if you bring the ad.  Walmart will also match prices.  *This is nice because you don’t have to drive all over town for sale items.
5.  Don’t be suckered into buying something just because you have a coupon.  - The only time I buy something not on my list is if the items is really cheap or its free.
6.  Sign up for the stores rewards card.  Fred Meyers, Albertsons, ect.  - You get extra saving and coupons.  *Since I buy lots of diapers, wipes, baby food and formula I will get special coupons for those type of items.  Last week I got a $10 off coupon for formula!

7.  If you are making a trip to a store for just a few items make a trip out of it.  - About once a week I meet my sister for coffee at Fred Meyer.  We do this because they have “Freddies Play Land” which is FREE childcare for 1 hour. We drop off the kids, get a coffee and pick up the items that are on sale.  We save money and its fun for moms and kids!

8.  Don’t be afraid to ask.  - If the store is out of a sale item don’t be afraid to ask if they will give you a rain check.  Ask if they will take competitors coupons or price match.

9.  Shop during off hours.  - If you have a lot of coupons or if you may need help it’s better to shop when the store isn’t busy.  The store staff will be a lot more accommodating and you won’t hold up the lines when checking out.

Yes, couponing can be a hassle but bottom line is that if you do a little home work before you go to the store including getting your coupons organized you can save a lot of money. I save about 30% per grocery trip just by doing this.
I’m still learning about coupons and saving money at the grocery store so if you have advice for a novice please email angela@momsfirststop.com or post to the group.  Helping others save money is a great way to share the love!

Another Great Read:

8 Cheap to Free Childcare Options When You Need a Little “me time”

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FREE Skin Cancer Screening

May is Skin Cancer Awareness month and I am living proof that it is very important to get your yearly skin cancer screening.  Olay and the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS), have joined together to invite you and your girlfriends to get a free skin cancer screening.  Visit http://www.skincancertakesfriends.org/ to find a participating dermatologist and get more information on skin cancer and prevention.

Want to hear my story?   Say Goodbye to My Little Friend
http://momsfirststop.com/2008/05/21/say-goodbye-to-my-little-friend/

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FREE Prescription Discount Card for You and Your Pet

Listen up folks, this is the best deal I’ve seen in a while.  Caremark.com and your local participating county government is now offering free prescription discount cards to everyone.  You can use these in conjunction with your existing prescription card or this can be your only prescription card.  The only catch is that you have to use it at a participating pharmacy. Finding a pharmacy is easy, http://www2.caremark.com/naco/pharm_adv.htm to locate a retail participating pharmacy near you. The average person will save 22%, 15.5% on brand name and 30% on generic.  The biggest surprise to me was that this also includes medication for your pets!

To find out if your county is participating please click the link to view the PDF file. http://www.caremark.com/portal/asset/NACo.pdf
Here are the counties in Idaho so far.  *Note that Ada county is NOT on the list.  I called the county office and they said Ada county will be participating starting this summer so stay tuned or call the county office for more information 208-287-7017
Idaho
Adams County www.co.adams.id.us
Boise County www.co.boise.id.us
Canyon County www.canyonco.org
Cassia County www.cassiacounty.org
Gem County www.co.gem.id.us
Jerome County www.jeromecounty.org
Latah County www.latah.id.us
Lemhi County 208-756-2815
Lewis County www.lewiscountyid.us
Lincoln County 208-886-2798
Minidoka County www.minidoka.id.us
Nez Perce County www.co.nezperce.id.us
Payette County www.payettecounty.org
Clearwater County www.clearwatercounty.org
Shoshone County 208-752-8601
Washington County www.co.washington.id.us

How it Works
Easy
Simply present your card, provided to you in a joint effort of your local county government and the National Association of Counties (NACo), at a retail participating pharmacy and save an average of 20% on your prescription drugs. No enrollment form, no membership fee.

http://www.caremark.com/portal/asset/NACo.pdf to see if your county participates in this program and to find out how to obtain a card of your own.

Finding a pharmacy is easy, click here to locate a retail participating pharmacy near you.
No Limits
You and your family may use your prescription discount card any time your prescription is not covered by insurance. There are no restrictions and no limits on how many times you may use your card.

Extra Savings
As part of this program you will also be eligible for higher discounts on select medications, discounts on high-tech and injectable drugs, as well as, our mail service program which offers an average savings of 50% on a 3-month supply of select medications.

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Kid’s Eat Free

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February “Things To Do”

Momsfirststop.com is looking for fun cheap to free things to do.  If you would like to share a community event or a great idea that our readers would appreciate please send email me, angela@momsfirststop.com

February 2009

Since February is the month dedicated to love I came up with some fun cheap to free things to do with the ones you love. Making time for your spouse and friends is hard enough as it is and to compound the outing with the expense it is nearly impossible to get out the door. Here are a few fun ideas that are easy on your wallet and fun for you.

1. Be a patron of the arts.
A trip to the local theater, ballet, museum or symphony can be an inexpensive and fun way to spend an evening. Look for shows or events at your community theater, a performance school or a local university. Some events even may be free!  FREE Photographic Arts Collective Student Exhibition

FREE Boise Philharmonic Backstage with the Artist

2. Play board games.
No time to plan? Have a game night! Play cards or another favorite game that adults love. To get out of the house, find a local restaurant or bar that has a weekly trivia night. Better yet, kick out the guys and kids and host a poker night for all of your girlfriends.

3. Take a cooking class.
Sign up for a cooking class with your friends. Learn something new and catch up with the girls. Margie Davies (davies5009@aol.com), owner of “Thyme on your hands” has a special Valentines Day offering if you would like to avoid the crowded noisy restaurant scene.  There are also great classes offered by the local parks and recreation that include cooking, dancing, and other fun classes.  Boise Parks and Rec Activity Guide
4. Hold a clothing swap.
At the start of a new season, ask your friends in advance to bring any of their unwanted clothes, shoes and accessories to your party. Let everyone sort through and pick out the items she wants. Donate any unwanted clothes to charity. It’s a fun, free way to update your wardrobe.

5. Go for dessert.
Get your girlfriends to dress up and go out to a restaurant just for dessert. You’ll avoid paying for an expensive dinner but still have a special night on the town.

Murphy’s has the best “mile high” Mud Pie and an awesome happy hour (2 for 1 drinks and apps) 4-7pm M-F  noon-7pm Saturday. Sign up for their newsletter MVP Club, and receive special offers.

6. Host a spa night. Nothing says girls’ night like a spa party.
Give manicures, pedicures and facials. Serve fun, healthy drinks and turn on some chick flicks. If you want to go all out, hire a masseuse to give massages. A spa night is a great way to get pampered and spend time with the girls.

Planet Beach is offering a FREE DAY AT THE SPA for you and a friend.  Just click the link for your free spa pass!

MORE LINKS

“Things To Do” is being updated weekly so make sure you check it out

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FREE Food at TGI Friday’s

Like most family’s we are looking to save money any way we can.  One of the first things we cut is going out to eat.  Well, thanks to TGI Friday’s date night is back.  Share this coupon and use it over and over again.

TGI Friday Coupon

*Special thanks to Shawnie for sharing this great deal!

TGI Friday Coupon

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FREE Vitamins

FREE DVD Rentals

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Going Green: Stop Junk Mail and Save a Tree

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“Underinsured” is an Understatement

I used to think of health care insurance as a black and white issue. You either you don’t have insurance or you do. It wasn’t until I found out that we had to pay $1200 for one dose of medicine for our premature daughter that I realized that there is a gray area of health care coverage called “underinsured”. If you have health care insurance but can’t afford the out-of-pocket cost associated with treatment this is considered being “underinsured. Wikipedia.org gives no definition nor information on the word “underinsured” rather, you are redirected to the word “insurance”. How appropriate to know that this term “underinsured” was given by billion dollar insurance companies and pharmaceutical corporations.
According to a survey sited by the Washington Post “40 percent of Americans between the ages of 18 and 64 have inadequate access to health care. This survey done by commonwealthfund.org is nearly 4 years old so without a doubt those numbers have only increased.
If you can not afford insurance chances are you qualify for Medicaid. So, where is the help for those hard working tax paying American’s that don’t have insurance or their health insurance is inadequate? Their is help but you need to first be willing to work for it and second you have to qualify for it.

Here is some resources you can investigate now:

Health Savings Plan individuals can put tax free money away and spend it on the heath care when you need it

Here are some organizations that may provide financial help to underinsured people with certain medical conditions. Contact the organizations to see if you might qualify:

* American Kidney Fund: www.kidneyfund.org/patient-grants;(800) 638-8299
* Caring Voice Coalition: caringvoice.org/program-fa.htm; 888-267-1440
* Chronic Disease Fund: www.cdfund.org; (877) 968-7233v)
* HealthWell Foundation: www.healthwellfoundation.org/index.aspx;800-675-8416
* Patient Access Network Foundation: www.patientaccessnetwork.org;866-316-7263
* Patient Advocate Foundation: www.patientadvocate.org;800-532-5274
* Patient Services Inc.: www.uneedpsi.org/cms400min/index.aspx;800-366-7741
* Free or Low Cost Insurance for Kids - To learn more, go to Your State’s Program or make a free call to 1-877-KIDS-NOW for more information.

Prescription help:

These organizations may provide help to underinsured people with obtaining prescribed drugs. Contact the organizations to see if you might qualify:

* Partnership for Prescription Assistance: www.pparx.org; 888-477-2669
* NeedyMeds.com: www.needymeds.com; no phone help available, but questions can be faxed to:419-858-7221 or mailed to: NeedyMeds Inc., P.O. Box 219, Gloucester, Mass. 01931;
* Some stores offer some generic drugs at low cost. Call your prescriber or drug provider for information.

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