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5 Signs and Symptoms of a Panic Attack
4th of July FREEbies, Discounts, and Coupons for Military and More!
Sunday Coupon Preview: RedPlum 7/8
Walgreens Military Discount Coupon Matchups for Tuesday 7/3
Apple iPhone 4S 4 4G 3GS 3G Earphone Headset with Mic JUST $2.75 + FREE Shipping

Posted: 03 Jul 2012 09:54 AM PDT

I’m way too familiar with this subject, unfortunately.

Panic Attacks. In fact, I just had one this morning.

I remember my first attack. It was in a movie theater in 2003, and I did what I normally always did – got my snack, picked the center spot in the theater, and settled in to watch the movie with a friend. At some point into the movie, I felt like I had to leave – to just get out. It was terrifying.

I had never been claustrophobic before, and I didn’t know what on earth had brought it on. All I knew was that I had to get out. So we ended up leaving. Fast forward a week, and I had the same experience, though, this time at a bar. I ran to the bathroom for safety because I didn’t know what was going on. My heart was pounding, I couldn’t breathe … I felt like I needed to just get out of the crowd.

I visited the doctor where I was diagnosed with depression/anxiety. It was really odd, though, because I certainly hadn’t been feeling depressed. But what I’ve come to learn 10 years later was that these episodes actually came on months after a devastating breakup between my then-fiancee at the time and myself. It was a horrible time for me, and somehow, psychologically, my brain had saved up all the emotions and they were released in those scary attacks.

I’ve been on a few drugs to help combat the panic attacks – Celexa, Lexapro, Paxil, Prozac (yikes.) … I am currently weaning myself off of Paxil now, but thankfully with past experiences, I’ve learned to recognize the signs of a panic attack and know what to do to help manage one.

5 Signs of a Panic Attack:

racing heartrate
feeling like you can’t breathe
sweating/clamminess/chills
tingling sensations
shaking

Head on over to the TriWest Behavorial Health section to find some great self-help resources. If you think you may be experiencing one, please be sure to visit your doctor where they can advise you and prescribe any necessary medications. Please note, not all issues need to be treated with drugs. Simply do a Google search for a more natural approach, as well as consult your doctor, too.

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Triwest – On a Mission to Serve. The opinions expressed in this post, however, are solely my own.

4th of July FREEbies, Discounts, and Coupons for Military and More!

Posted: 03 Jul 2012 07:25 AM PDT

Celebrate America’s Independance with these spectacular savings and freebies!

And always remember, without our brave men and women, we would not have the freedoms we do today.

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf

$1 from each sale will go to Operation Homefront!

$2 for a 12-oz. Ice Blended Drink (7/4) Coupon

Starbucks – FREE Tall Coffee July 4th!

FREE eCookbooks

Grilling Recipes eCookbook
Sweet & Fruity Summer Desserts eCookbook
50 Favorite American Recipes by State eCookbook

HOT Shoe Sale!

6PM.com is having their Revolutionary Sale! Tons of shoes are just $17.76! And shipping is FREE!

Fireworks Coupon!

TNT Fireworks Coupon – $10 OFF $50!

Caribou Coffee

Snag a 2 for $4 drinks printable coupon

Harbor Freight Tools

25% off (1) Item Coupon – July 4th only!

FREE @Hardee’s on July 4

Dress like Spiderman (86 the masks) and score a FREE Grilled Cheese Bacon Thickburger

Boston Market

50% off any Family Meal on 7/4 Coupon

Military Freebies and Discounts

special thanks to How to Have it All for this section!

Carowinds July 3rd and 4th FREE park admission to any active, inactive or retired United States Service men and women with a valid military I.D.

Cedar Point July 4th Any active, retired or honorably-discharged member of the United States Armed Forces can receive one (1) free regular admission ticket to Cedar Point

Gilroy Gardens Theme Park June 30 – July 4th Join us in saluting our heroes! Active Duty Military personnel get FREE ADMISSION to the park, when presenting an Active Duty Military ID—one complimentary admission per ID.

Kings Dominion July 3rd and 4th FREE park admission to any active, inactive or retired United States Service men and women with a valid military I.D.

Kings Island July 3rd -5th free admission, active and retired members of the military will be able to purchase discount admission tickets for members of their immediate family (maximum of six) at a special military discount price of $29.99. A valid military ID must be presented at the Kings Island ticket window to receive this offer.

Knott'sBerry Farm, Knott's Soak City water parks – Orange County, San Diego and Palm Springsr FREE admission to active and retired United States Military personnel July 2-6 as part of their Tribute to the Armed Forces program. In addition, active and retired members of the U.S. military will be able to purchase discounted admission tickets for members of their immediate family (maximum of six) for Knott's Berry Farm ($32.99) and Knott's Soak City water parks ($27.99)at the gate. A valid military ID must be presented during time of ticket purchase at gate.

Six Flags St Louis All Active Military Personnel and Reservists will receive a complimentary admission ticket to Six Flags St. Louis on July 1 – 4 with valid military ID.

Valleyfair Valleyfair is honoring our Hometown heroes over the Fourth of July holiday with free admission! Any active or retired member of the Military will receive free admission Monday, July 2 through Thursday, July 5, 2012. Present proof of service at any Valleyfair ticket booth to receive complimentary admission.

Wet 'n' Wild Phoenix July 2nd – July 5th During this special period members of our US military and veterans of the US military and first responders can get in FREE! Plus family members can get in for just $19.99 plus tax, per person for up to six people. Veterans, military and first responders must present a valid government ID or badge to receive their FREE admission and discount tickets. ** Military personel, veterans a first responders must present a valid government ID, badge, discharge forms (DD-214) or any form of paperwork to verify eligibility. Holder must be present to receive one (1) free admission and up to six (6) discount admissions. Tickets are valid on the day of distribution only. First responders are defined as active duty police, sheriff, highway patrol; active duty firefighters; active duty EMT or paramedics.

Worlds of Fun and Oceans of Fun July 3rd – July 5th FREE admission to active, reserve, retired, and veteran U.S. military personnel

Happy 4th, and be safe

Sunday Coupon Preview: RedPlum 7/8

Posted: 03 Jul 2012 06:00 AM PDT

The 7/8 RedPlum Sunday Coupon Preview is available to view! See It Here >>

Also, some of the adscans for the drugstores and big-box stores can be found at these links, courtesy of We Use Coupons! Just click on the links below to view!

Military Couponers

You can also view the Commissary prices and sales specials at the following (public) links:

You can view the Commissary exclusive prices by logging in to the following sites:

Commissaries.com
MilitaryLife.com

… and, you can request exclusive Commissary-only store coupons from these links:

You can also search my exclusive Military-Only Coupon Database HERE!

Walgreens Military Discount Coupon Matchups for Tuesday 7/3

Posted: 03 Jul 2012 05:51 AM PDT

Did you know – Every Tuesday, you can snag a sweet Military Discount at Walgreens!

Please note – not all Walgreens participate, and some may do so on a different day!

You’ll score 15% OFF name-brand items as well as 20% OFF store brands at participating stores (most)! Plus, you can still use coupons and Register Rewards! Be sure to checkout at the Cosmetics counter if someone is available (Walgreens preference).

If you are just getting started, please note that a “moneymaker” is really an extra amount that you’ll have after you get an item for free, but which you’ll have to apply to other items (i.e. “filler” – something cheap like gum). You can view the Walgreens Coupon Policy HERE.

Register Reward Deals

Buy 3 Participating Kellogg’s Cereal or Bars and get $4 Register Reward

Fiber Plus Berry Yogurt, Special K, Smart Start, Frosted Mini Wheats, Nutri Grain Bars, Fiber Plus, Raisin Bran – 3/$10
- Discount (15%) = $2.83
- $1/2 Kellogg’s FiberPlus Cereal printable
- $1/3 Kellogg’s Special K Cereal printable
- $1/2 Kellogg’s FiberPlus Cereal printable
- $0.75/1 Kellogg’s FiberPlus Antioxidants Bars, exp. 8/12/12 (RP 06/17/12)
- $0.75/1 Fiber One Cereal, exp. 7/21/12 (SS 06/10/12)
- $0.70/1 Kellogg’s Special K Granola Bars, exp. 7/15/12 (RP 05/20/12)
- $1/3 Kellogg’s Cereals, exp. 7/15/12 (RP 06/03/12 R)
- Get $4 Register Reward WYB 3
As low as $.75 each after discount, coupon, and RR!

Kingsford, Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing, Dixie Plates, or Glad Trash Bags – Buy $15 get $3 Register Reward

Dixie 8-1/2 in Plate (45 ct), $3
- Discount (15%) = $2.55

Dixie Print Napkins (180 ct), $3
- Discount (15%) = $2.55

Glad Quick Tie Kitchen Trash Bags (13 gal, 80 ct), $7.49
- Discount (15%) = $6.37

Glad Tall Kitchen Drawstring Odor Shield Trash Bags (13 gal, 40 ct), $7.49
- Discount (15%) = $6.37

Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing (16 oz), $3
- Discount (15%) = $2.55
- $1/1 Hidden Valley Farmhouse Originals Dressing, exp. 10/31/12 (SS 04/22/12)
- $1/1 Hidden Valley Farmhouse Originals Dressing, exp. 9/30/12 (SS 05/13/12)
- $1/1 Hidden Valley Farmhouse Originals Dressing printable
- $1/1 Hidden Valley Farmhouse Originals Dressing printable

Kingsford Charcoal Bag (8.3 lb), $4.99
- Discount (15%) = $4.25

Kingsford Lighter Fluid (32 oz), $4.99
- Discount (15%) = $4.25

Kingsford Matchlight Charcoal (6.7 lb), $4.99
- Discount (15%) = $4.25

Pledge, Scrubbing Bubbles, Drano, Windex, Fantastik or Shout – Buy 3 get $2 Register Reward

Drano (32 oz), $3.99
- Discount (15%) = $3.39

Drano Liquid Foam (17 oz), $3.99
- Discount (15%) = $3.39

Drano Snake Plus (16 oz), $6.99
- Discount (15%) = $5.94

Fantastik (32 oz), $2.99
- Discount (15%) = $2.54
- $1/1 Scrubbing Bubbles All Purpose Cleaner With Fantastik printable
- $1/2 Windex, Scrubbing Bubbles or Fantastik printable
- $1/2 Windex Scrubbing Bubbles or Fantastic Products printable
- $1/2 Windex Scrubbing Bubbles or Fantastic Products printable

Pledge Multi-Surface Spring Rain (9.7 oz), $3.99
- Discount (15%) = $3.39
- $1/1 Pledge Furniture Care Product , exp. 7-7-12 (Better Homes & Gardens, Apr)
- $1/1 Pledge Furniture Care Product , exp. 7-7-12 (Shape, Apr)
- $1/1 Pledge Furniture Care Product , exp. 7-7-12 (Woman’s Day, Apr)
- $2/2 Pledge Furniture Care Product , exp. 7-7-12 (Woman’s Day, Apr)
- $1/1 Pledge Furniture Care Product , exp. 7-7-12 (Redbook, Apr)
- $2/2 Pledge Furniture Care Product, exp. 7-7-12 (Shape, Apr)
- $2/2 Pledge Furniture Care Product, exp. 7-7-12 (Disney Family Fun, Apr)
- $1/1 Pledge Furniture Care Product , exp. 7-7-12 (Disney Family Fun, Apr)
- $2/2 Pledge Furniture Care Product, exp. 7-7-12 (Better Homes & Gardens, Apr)
- $2/2 Pledge Furniture Care Product, exp. 7-7-12 (Parenting Early Years, Apr)
- $1/1 Pledge Furniture Care Product , exp. 7-7-12 (Parenting Early Years, Apr)
- $2/2 Pledge Furniture Care Product, exp. 7-7-12 (Redbook, Apr)
- $1/1 Pledge Furniture Care Product , exp. 7-7-12 (Food Network, Apr)
- $2/2 Pledge Furniture Care Product, exp. 7-7-12 (Food Network, Apr)
- $1/1 Pledge Furniture Care Product , exp. 7-7-12 (Good Housekeeping, Apr)
- $2/2 Pledge Furniture Care Product, exp. 7-7-12 (Good Housekeeping, Apr)
- $0.75/1 Pledge Multi-Surface Product , exp. 7-7-12 (Good Housekeeping, Apr)
- $0.75/1 Pledge Multi-Surface Product , exp. 7-7-12 (Better Homes & Gardens, Apr)
- $0.75/1 Pledge Multi-Surface Product , exp. 7-7-12 (Disney Family Fun, Apr)
- $0.75/1 Pledge Multi-Surface Product , exp. 7-7-12 (Shape, Apr)
- $0.75/1 Pledge Multi-Surface Product, exp. 7-7-12 (Woman’s Day, Apr)
- $0.75/1 Pledge Multi-Surface Product , exp. 7-7-12 (Parenting Early Years, Apr)
- $0.75/1 Pledge Multi-Surface Product , exp. 7-7-12 (Food Network, Apr)
- $0.75/1 Pledge Multi-Surface Product , exp. 7-7-12 (Redbook, Apr)

Scrubbing Bubbles Bath Cleaner (16 oz), $2.99
- Discount (15%) = $2.54
- $1/1 Scrubbing Bubbles All Purpose Cleaner With Fantastik printable
- $1/2 Windex, Scrubbing Bubbles or Fantastik printable
- $1/2 Windex Scrubbing Bubbles or Fantastic Products printable
- $1/2 Windex Scrubbing Bubbles or Fantastic Products printable

Scrubbing Bubbles Toilet Gel Fresh (6 ct), $4.29
- Discount (15%) = $3.65

Shout (22 oz), $2.99
- Discount (15%) = $2.54
- $1/1 Shout Free Laundry Stain Remover printable
- $1.50/2 Shout Product printable
- $1/2 Shout products
- $0.50/1 Shout Product printable
- $0.55/1 Shout Product , exp. 7-7-12 (Parenting Early Years, Apr)
- $0.55/1 Shout Product , exp. 7-7-12 (Redbook, Apr)
- $0.55/1 Shout Product , exp. 7-7-12 (Woman’s Day, Apr)
- $0.55/1 Shout Product , exp. 7-7-12 (Food Network, Apr)
- $0.55/1 Shout Product , exp. 7-7-12 (Disney Family Fun, Apr)
- $0.55/1 Shout Product , exp. 7-7-12 (Good Housekeeping, Apr)
- $0.55/1 Shout Product , exp. 7/7/12 (Better Homes & Gardens, Apr)
- $0.55/1 Shout Product , exp. 7-7-12 (Shape, Apr)

Windex (26 oz), $2.99
- Discount (15%) = $2.54
- $1/2 Windex Scrubbing Bubbles or Fantastic Products printable
- $1/2 Windex Scrubbing Bubbles or Fantastic Products printable
- $1/1 Windex Multi-Surface Cleaning Product , exp. 7-7-12 (Parenting Early Years, Apr)
- $1/1 Windex Multi-Surface Cleaning Product , exp. 7-7-12 (Redbook, Apr)
- $1/1 Windex Multi-Surface Cleaning Product , exp. 7-7-12 (Woman’s Day, Apr)
- $1/1 Windex Multi-Surface Cleaning Product , exp. 7-7-12 (Better Homes & Gardens, Apr)
- $1/1 Windex Multi-Surface Cleaning Product , exp. 7-7-12 (Good Housekeeping, Apr)
- $1/1 Windex Multi-Surface Cleaning Product , exp. 7-7-12 (Disney Family Fun, Apr)
- $1/1 Windex Multi-Surface Cleaning Product , exp. 7-7-12 (Shape, Apr)
- $1/1 Windex Multi-Surface Cleaning Product , exp. 7-7-12 (Food Network, Apr)

Always Infinity Regular with Wings (18 ct), $3.99
- Discount (15%) = $3.39
- $1/1 Always Infinity, exp. 7/31/12 (P&G 07/01/12)
- Get $1 Register Reward
As low as $1.39 after discount, coupon, and RR!

Axe Body Spray (4 oz) or Deodorant (2.7 oz), $3.79
- Discount (15%) = $3.22
- Get $1 Register Reward
As low as $2.22 after discount and RR!

Mitchum or Lady Mitchum (2.5 oz), $3
- Discount (15%) = $2.55
- $1.00 off any Mitchum or Mitchum for Women product
- $1/1 Mitchum Regular or For Women Product, exp. 7/29/12 (SS 06/24/12)
- Get $4 Register Reward WYB 2
As low as $.23 each after discount, coupon, and RR!

Tampax Pearl (18 ct), $3.99
- Discount (15%) = $3.39
- $1/1 Tampax Pearl, Pearl Compak or Radiant, exp. 7/31/12 (P&G 07/01/12)
- $0.50/1 Tampax Product, exp. 7/31/12 (P&G 07/01/12)
- Get $1 Register Reward
As low as $1.39 after discount, coupon, and RR!

Wal-itin Tablets (10 mg, 20 ct), $5.99
- Discount (20%) = $4.79
- Get $2 Register Reward
As low as $2.79 after discount and RR!

ZZZQuil Night Time Sleep Aid (12 ct), – $4.99
- Discount (15%) = $4.25
- $2/1 Zzzquil Product, exp. 7/31/12 (P&G 07/01/12)
- Get $1 Register Reward
As low as $1.25 after discount, coupon, and RR!

Non-Register Reward Deals

Butterball Turkey Bacon, $.99
- Discount (15%) = $.84
As low as $.84 each after discount!

Eggs, $.99
- Discount (15%) = $.84
As low as $.84 each after discount!

Gatorade (32 oz), $1
- Discount (15%) = $.85
As low as $.85 each after discount!

Sunkist or Hawaiian Punch (2 liter), $.88
- Discount (15%) = $.75
As low as $.75 each after discount!

Met-RX Big 100 or Protein Plus Bars, $2.79 BOGO 50%
- Discount (15%) = $2.37
- $1.10 off when you buy any FOUR Met-Rx® Bars
- $2/2 Met-Rx Big 100 Bars, exp. 7/15/12 (RP 06/03/12)
- $2/2 Met RX Protein Plus Bars, exp. 7/15/12 (RP 06/03/12 R)
As low as $.78 each after discount and coupon!

Colgate Cavity Protection Toothpaste (4.6 oz) or Colgate Extra Clean Toothbrush, $.99
- Discount (15%) = $.84
As low as $.84 each after discount!

Coppertone, Banana Boat or Solarcaine, BOGO 50%
- $1/1 Coppertone Sport, exp. 8/10/12 (Walgreens Skin Care Guide)
- $2/2 Banana Boat Sun Care Products, exp. 8/10/12 (Walgreens Skin Care Guide)
Stack with:
- $1.00 off any Banana Boat Sun Care
- $1/1 Banana Boat Sun Care Item printable
- $1/1 Coppertone Product printable
- $5/2 Coppertone Suncare Product, exp. 7/31/12 (SS 06/24/12)
- $1/1 Banana Boat Sun Care Product, exp. 8/15/12 (SS 06/17/12)
- $1/1 Coppertone Suncare Product, exp. 7/31/12 (SS 06/24/12)
- $2/1 Banana Boat Product, exp. 12/31/12 (Hangtag)
- $1/1 Banana Boat Product, exp. 12/31/12 (Peelie)
- $1/1 Banana Boat Product, exp. 12/31/12 (Peelie)

Huggies Little Swimmers, $6.99
- Discount (15%) = $5.94
- $2/1 Huggies Little Swimmers Swimpants printable
- $1.00 off Huggies Little Swimmers
- $1/1 Huggies Little Swimmers Disposable Swim Pants printable
As low as $3.94 each after discount and coupon!

Old Spice, Gillette or Secret (2.7 oz) Deodorant, or Gillette Body Wash (16 oz), BOGO 50%
- $2/2 Gillette Deodorant or Body Wash, exp. 7/31/12 (P&G 07/01/12)
- $2/2 Old Spice Product, exp. 7/31/12 (P&G 07/01/12)

Viva Paper Towels (6 ct), $5.99
- Discount (15%) = $5.09
- $1/1 Viva Paper Towels (Walgreens, July)
Stack with:
- $0.50/2 Viva Paper Towels printable
As low as $4.49 each after discount and coupon!

Filler Items

Dentyne or Trident (16 ct), $1.50
- Discount (15%) = $1.27
- B1G1 Dentyne Ice Arctic Chill or Mint Frost printable
As low as $.64 each after discount and coupon!

Nice Aluminum Foil (25 ft), $.79
- Discount (15%) = $.67
As low as $.79 each after discount!

Apple iPhone 4S 4 4G 3GS 3G Earphone Headset with Mic JUST $2.75 + FREE Shipping

Posted: 03 Jul 2012 05:37 AM PDT

Snag a HOT deal on this Earphone Headset With Remote Mic for Apple iPhone 4S 4 4G 3GS 3G (Generic) for only $2.75 + FREE shipping! Regular list price is $29.99 – so you save a whopping 90% on this HOT item!

Hurry, prices on Amazon can change at anytime!

Thanks FrugallyDelish!