March 4. 2006 08:25

Ha Lauren - it was totally worth it :o) I don't have one of those discount stores near me like you do - tee hee.

Hi Iris - it's not that hard, just takes a bit of planning. I was NEVER into clipping coupons but when I saw how much my sister and mom were saving I had to try it out.

Oh Carol, don't let my posts put any guilt on you woman. The goals and organization and such I post about are to keep ME accountable and are not intended to place guilt on anyone. You accomplish so much and should only compare yourself to you and what God wants you to do.

Hey HolyMama - I wouldn't call their sales massive or anything but about once a month they will triple coupons up to and including .75 - this means the .75 ones are worth 2.25. Some stores will even convert dollar coupons to 2.25. Everyone has their own method but what I do is compare my coupons with their sales ad (which comes in the mail and online) and their regular store prices for items not on sale (found online). If it looks to be a good deal or something I need then I'll add that item to a list. On this list I have the item and quanity I have to buy. I like to use their online shopping cart and then print out the list from there (writing in the things they don't have online). Then, I show up early (ideally when they open) with my list, my albertson's customer card (for added savings) and my coupons. The reason to get there early is so you don't miss what you need because it's all gone by the time you get there. I hope that explains it some lol - you have to go a few times before you really catch on but it's worth it. I don't go for every triple coupon event but this time I knew I needed shampoo for the kids.

Blair