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For almost two years I've been using chicken crumbles (corn chicken feed) as cat litter, in place of World's Best Cat Litter . I find it funny how World's Best can charge so much for something as simple as ground up dried corn even if it is the one of the best and safest cat litters to use.   I spent a lot of money using scoopable clay cat litter. I was using  Fresh Step   and it is almost up to $0.75 per pound now, and 25lbs fills only 1.5 boxes (I have 4 boxes, 1 per cat +1 extra) . So on average would go thru 50lbs+ a month. The problem with World's Best is the cost of $1.00 per pound.  While the cost might scare you the reasons to use corn litter over clay litter will scare you even more. I have a cat with a urinary issue and another that wheezes. When researching corn litter I found that clay litter can be a culprit. Clay litter sticks and clumps, its not biodegradable and the dust can stick to the urinary tract and nasal passages. Corn litter is great, it c...

September 1, 2011 Chocolate Whoopie Pies Recipe courtesy of Food Network Magazine Fill cakey chocolate cookies with melty marshmallows for a gooey treat. They can be made ahead of time for your Labor Day celebration and stored for up to one week. Get the Recipe: Chocolate Whoopie Pies Peanut Butter Whoopie Pies Summer Fruit Pie: Blueberry Go to FoodNetwork.com Ingredients 2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped 4 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick) 1 cup sugar 3 large eggs 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 cup natural cocoa powder, such as Hershey's or Scharffen Berger 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

Coupon Usage is on the Rise Grab your scissors, snatch a Sunday circular, and let the coupon clipping commence! September is National Coupon Month and you have several reasons to celebrate, the green-and-white kind of reasons that pad your wallet. Why is National Coupon Month worthy of a righteous party? Because no other recognized month empowers you to keep more of the money you earn with minimal change to your lifestyle. Thanks to the one-two punch of the recession an advances in digital distribution, the Great American Coupon is experiencing a comeback. After a 14-year decline ending in 2006, coupon redemption continues to rise. Usage continues to spread to consumers of all income levels, with nearly 60% earning more than $50,000 per year as of 2010. While traditional coupons remain popular, Internet and mobile coupon use is rising faster than a double-yeast loaf of bread. A June 2011 study by eMarketer revealed 88.2 million consumers will use online and  printable c...

Welcome back! Thanks for being a loyal customer. Be sure to take advantage of all the savings your My Sheetz Card has to offer! A free Reese's® King Size has been uploaded to your My Sheetz Card. Visit your favorite Sheetz to redeem. Offer valid through September 20th, 2011.

  August 31, 2011 Grilled Chicken Taco Pizzas Recipe courtesy of Aaron Mccargo, Jr. for Food Network Magazine Craving Italian and Mexican tonight? This grilled pizza has the best of both worlds. Top it with creamy avocado to complement the spice mixture. Get the Recipe: Grilled Chicken Taco Pizzas Just Mexican: Fish Tacos Just Italian: Giada's Carbonara Go to FoodNetwork.com Ingredients For the Taco Seasoning: 2 tablespoons onion powder 2 tablespoons garlic powder 1 tablespoon chili powder 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 teaspoon ground cumin Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

No Coupon Inserts this Sunday Yes that is right there will be no coupon inserts this Sunday . Don’t worry if you are looking for some coupons make sure to check out Free Coupon Alerts. Looking for Deals at specific stores like CVS, Walgreens, Harris Teeter, Kroger, Shaws, Target, Walmart and more then Check out Afullcup. Maybe you are just [...]

Want to bake and cook like the Pros? There is a GREAT DEAL on Kitchenaid Mixers right now at Amazon!    They have the KitchenAid Artisan 5-Quart Stand Mixer (Empire Red color ONLY) priced at $225.99   (list price $349.99!)  Plus it Ships FREE!!  After you purchase the mixer from Amazon you can submit for the  $30 mail in rebate found here  to score this mixer for only $195.99.   (Remember Amazon prices can change at ANY time) *You can also pick up the   White KitchenAid Artisan 5-Quart Stand Mixer for $226.99 !  Or ONLY $196.99 after Rebate. Thanks  Budget Saavy Diva

August 30, 2011 Anne's Pasta With Summer Pesto Recipe courtesy of Anne Burrell Enjoy this summery pasta dish with freshly-grated parmesan cheese as a quick weeknight side or a light lunch. Get the Recipe: Anne's Pasta With Summer Pesto Barefoot Contessa's Homemade Pesto Giada's Cheesy Baked Tortellini Go to FoodNetwork.com Ingredients 1 bunch broccoli rabe, tough lower stems removed 1/2 cup pistachios, toasted 3/4 cup grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese, plus more for garnish Kosher salt 1/4 cup part-skim ricotta cheese 1/2 pound orecchiette pasta High-quality extra-virgin olive oil, for finishing  (optional)

Sears is opening it’s annual 2011 Heroes at Home Wish Registry EARLY! On  Wednesday, August 31st!   Between the hours of 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Central Time, all active duty military and their families will get to register  at this link   or  http:// www.sears.com/heroesathome . *Please note, the links will work, or should, on 8/31! Are you ready!?  Last year, our family was fortunate to receive this wonderful gift.  I hope that many of my readers will get to, also!  Not sure what this program is?  Sears opens up it’s registry to applicants each year to apply to receive Sears gift cards (good for Sears, Kmart, Lands End – and at their online sites as well).  The denomination is not certain until you receive you’r email with the actual eCard.  Cards are funded by awesome people who donate to the Heroes at Home program! For those who wish to make donations, you may do so from Sept. 4 through Nov. 19, 2011.  Sears will i...

It is hard to believe the end of August is here already!  Even if you have already printed these and haven't reached your print limit, print them again. Not only will you have extra coupons but some will extend the date from today. The coupons will be removed from the website in September as new coupons are added. GO HERE  to print.  Here are my favorites: (using zip 80808, 90210 & 77477)

August 29, 2011 Tomato, Mozzarella and Basil Salad Recipe courtesy of Ina Garten When tomatoes are in season all you need is fresh mozzarella cheese and a bunch of basil to make a tasty summer meal with the Barefoot Contessa. Get the Recipe: Tomato, Mozzarella and Basil Salad In Season Now: Heirloom Tomato Tacos Farmers' Market Menu on the Grill Go to FoodNetwork.com Ingredients 6 small tomatoes (4 medium) 1 pound fresh mozzarella 10 to 15 basil leaves 3 tablespoons good olive oil Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper