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Friday, October 31, 2008

Get More Out of Every Gallon!

We all feel the crunch at the pump. Here are some ways to save.

~Properly inflate your tires: Save up to $0.12 per gallon!

~ Use the right grade of motor oil: Save up to $0.08 per gallon!

~ Install a clean engine air filter: Save up to $0.40 per gallon!!!

~Keep your engine properly maintained: Save up to $0.16 per gallon!

Your potential savings?!?! $0.76 per gallon!!!!!

Saturday, October 4, 2008

Savings through the School

Many establishments offer kickbacks to the schools that our kids attend. Many schools promote the selling of gift cards to these businesses as fundraisers.

I choose to purchase these cards when I am able and I simply hold onto them for a rainy day. A $100 grocery gift card, $25 in movie money etc. I keep the cards in a special pouch in my purse. When lean living becomes oh so tight, I pull the cards out and we motor on. Today, we enjoyed a movie we have been looking forward to. We smuggled our lunch in a backpack and had a great time together. No popcorn, just a healthy lunch in the dark together.

I am enriching my kids and helping the school at the same time - a win/win situation!!!! (and we are no worse for wear - it's prespent and saved money!)