Well I am certainly not going to beat around the bush. I am just going to come out and say it. I LOST MY JOB yesterday. Yes it was sudden and yes I cried a little …. Ok ALOT! However, what you don’t know is I have been praying for a while that God would open the door or shut the door for the decision for me to work on my blog as a career full time. This passed week I got really serious about it because you see, even though I was praying and asking God for answers I was still trying to take control of the situation. When I finally realized I needed to “Let Go, Let God”, I sent out a text to a few ladies at my church and asked them to pray diligently. Little did I know God was going to come with an answer Hard and FAST. BOOM!!!!!!!

I am writing this post because apparently word is getting out fast and I am getting a lot of text messages, emails and DM’s on Facebook asking me what is going on and what happened. First of all  let me just say I love my Collective Bias family. I still have friendships that I intend to keep for as long as they will have me. Second of all I would really just like to take the professional route and say it wasn’t working out and apparently it wasn’t part of God’s plan. In one way I kinda think they did me a favor because I was really scared to make this leap and I don’t know if I would have dared to follow my dream if this hadn’t happened. So please feel free to reach out to me but just know that you’re not gonna get any juicy drama or gossip if that is all you are looking for. I still hope to be a big part of their community.

The first thing that came out of everyone’s mouth is what are you going to do now? Where are you gonna work? Many people just can’t understand the passion I have for my site and for helping others. They looked at me weird when I said I’m gonna blog. At first I felt like a failure in my home, I mean I am the only bread winner in my family. That was until my son said “Mom you already have a job, our family and that job deserves respect!” My heart melted, did that just come out of my 13 year old son’s mouth? Now with that said I do have a peace about this because I know the Lord will take care of us but my flesh is letting my mind and my heart race with worry on how we are gonna find insurance since both my husband and my daughter have this disease and can we afford it? How have we gonna replaced that income? Well of course the easy answer is to rely on God but I also need to put together a plan. So now begins the planning and research stage. I have already had a few of my blogger buddies reach out to me privately and congratulate me on my decision and say that they will pass any opportunities they can my way and let me just say how much I appreciate your willingness to reach out and help.

I struggled for the longest time with this decision. It was becoming more difficult to follow someone else schedule while taking care of my family’s health issues. Honestly if I can just get down to it and say.. I don’t think I would have ever been happy working for anyone but myself. My family is the most important thing in my life other than God and their health and happiness is my ultimate goal.

So what does this mean to you all?

Brands – Expect to start receiving my media kit LOL! It’s something I started slow on in 2013 but i am going to be more firm with it.

Fans – While my main focus is still saving you money you might see a few tweaks here and there and a few more affiliate deals but I promise they won’t be anything you’re NOT interested in or that I don’t think you can get something out of. Just now you know the reason why.

Friends & Family – You can expect to see MORE of me YEAH!!!!!!!

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What can you take the kids to do today?  Well take them to fly a kite!!  June 15th is National Kite Day and there is nothing better than to go fly a kite.  You could make your own kite, order a kit to make it, or try a nontraditional kite.  There is such a variety it is sure to bring a smile to your face and your child’s.  Check out these deals today.

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During this June 1st take the time to explore new cultures, arts, crafts, and foods with your children during International Children’s Day.  I like to take this time to do new crafts and more with my children because we learn and have fun together.  This could be a great family experience.

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Well it has been one wild ride here in Oklahoma and I have been without internet so I am just now getting this up but I know many of you have reached out on how to help Oklahoma Tornado Victims. Many people have lost everything they have. I know myself what it is like to lose everything due to the Oklahoma floods and it was amazing the way our community and online friends reached out to us. Check out all the ways you can help out below. We are updating this post on a regular basis. If you have anything to add to our list please let me know! Also read our post on how to prepare your family for Tornados and other disasters.

Brands if you would like to donate to the Tornado Victim’s please let us know so we can add you to our list. We can also help with assistance on getting your donations where they need to go.

Ideas:

Use your coupons and our matchups to get free items to donate

Use those dog food coupons to help all those homeless animals or for families who have pets that have lost everything.

Drop off baby items

Donate Box Tops - Like them on Facebook and click on the “Summer Countdown Tab” Enter this zip code: 73160 (You will be helping  help support Plaza Towers Elementary School). One you select this school they will donate 5 box tops.

Local Business’ Offering Help:

Homeland - ALL Homeland Grocery Stores will be collecting and distributing donations for the tornado victims! If your store hasn’t set up bins yet at the front of the store you can take your donations to customer service.

The Sno Shack – 178th and May in the Okie Express Parking Lot, Edmond, Oklahoma 73012
Donating ALL of Wednesday’s profits to the Red Cross for the tornado victims – stop by for a snow and show your support!

Bueno® Taco Bueno -
In difficult times like these, we at Taco Bueno stand ready to support the communities of Moore and Shawnee, Oklahoma. Taco Bueno will be donating a portion of all sales in our Oklahoma locations on Wednesday, May 22 to the Oklahoma City Red Cross to aid in relief efforts.

Due to the severe weather on Monday, May 20 our Moore location at 1109 N. Sante Fe is closed. We will reopen as soon as possible.

Supercuts -

At Supercuts at the Midwest City location–

Good morning everyone,
We do hope that everyone in your family, your friends and co-workers are safe from the storm yesterday. We are keeping everyone in our thoughts.
We will be open for business as usual. We will be scheduling appointments on the following days and times for free haircuts:
Wed. May 22- 1:30 to 3:45
Thurs. May 23- 9:15 to 12:00/1:30 to 3:45
Fri. May 24- 9:00 to 11:15/11:45 to 2:45

Should you know of any family members, friends or co-workers who would be interested in this service, send them this email. We would love to
help everyone out in this time of need.
Thank you for your business and have a wonderful day.

–
*Amy*
*Supercuts Artistic Director*
Address: 140 S. Midwest Boulevard, Suite C
Midwest City, OK 73110
Phone: 405-736-1251

Drop Off Sites:

Infant Crisis Services -

Thousands of babies and toddlers in our community have been affected by the May 20 tornado. As a result, they are homeless, hungry and in need of the necessities of life. With your support, we can give them exactly what they need when they need it most.

If you would like to help the tiniest victims of the devastating tornado in Moore, there are several ways you can give.

Donations can be mailed to Infant Crisis Services at 4224 N. Lincoln Blvd., Oklahoma City, OK 73105.

Or donate items from our disaster relief wish list to our headquarters at 4224 N. Lincoln Blvd. in Oklahoma City.

Disaster Relief Wish List:

• Good Start Gentle formula
• Good Start Soy formula
• Diapers (sizes 1-6)
• Wipes
• Sippy Cups
• Bottles
• Baby Wash
• Blankets

All in-kind donations received in the coming weeks will be used to give direct and immediate support to babies and toddlers affected by the May 20 tornado.

Regional Food Bank – Make a donation online at http://www.regionalfoodbank.org/ or text FOOD to 32333 each text is charged $10 to your phone bill.

Feed the Children – 333 N Meridian (Corner of Reno and Meridian)

The Salvation Army – Donate online or text STORM to 80888 to contribute $10. You can also call 1-800-SAL-ARMY.

Channel 9 News – 7401 N Kelly  phone: 843-6641

Red Cross – Text REDCROSS 90999

KOCO 5 – 1228 E Wilshire  phone: 478-3434

Disaster Relief Oklahoma - Check out their website.

KFOR – 444 E Britton phone: 424-4444

All Edmond School’s are taking donations. I know Santa Fe Highschool is loading a bus tomorrow.

Ideas for Donations:

• Pet food
• Bottled water
• Gatorade
• Diapers
• Wipes
• Formula
• Batteries
• Hand Sanitizer
• Trash Bags
• Non perishable food
• Gas cards
• Money
• Plastic baggies
• Blankets & sleeping bags
• Sunscreen
• Paper plates, cups & silverware

Don’t forget to check this post for updates and share this post !

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June is National Rose month so no better time than now to learn how to grow roses.  That or send roses to someone you love or a friend who needs a pick me up.  I used wood roses in my wedding so I could have them forever.  I love all the colors and of course I love wood roses.  Check out all the informational books on roses and the variety of roses available.

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We’ve got a new $3.25/2 Banana Boat Sun Care Products coupon and starting 5/26 it means .67 at Walgreens!

Buy 2 Banana Boat Soothing Aloe After Sun Gel $4.59 ea. BOGO Free
Use  $3.25/2 Banana Boat Sun Care
Final price: 2/$1.34 (.67 ea.)

(Thanks Wild For Wags!)

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Each Tuesday thru  June 18th you’ll be able to score a $1.00/2 single serve tuna pouches from Starkist! Get yours today before they’re gone!

CLICK this link for coupon (facebook)

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Right now you can score a FREE sample of Sandy’s Extra Strength Antibacterial Wipes!

Just fill out a short form and your wipes will be on their way.

CLICK this link to get yours.

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 Walmart Coupon Policy * Price Matching Policy * Current Walmart Deals

Remember Walmart prices may differ but check yours for these money savers! Items listed may not be found at all stores.

We have some new Dole coupons that will give us some nice deals at Walmart!

Dole Pineapple Crushed, Sliced or Chunk 8-oz .78
Use 55¢/3 THREE 8 oz. DOLE Canned Pineapple
OR .50/2 ANY Dole Canned Fruit SS 3-17 (exp. 5-31)
Final price: as low as 2/$1.06 (.53 ea.)

Dole Mandarin Oranges 11-oz $1.08
Use 60¢/3 THREE  11 or 15 oz. DOLE Canned Mandarin Oranges
OR .75/2 Dole Mandarin Oranges SS (#1) 5-19 (exp. 7-31) – regional
OR  .50/2 ANY Dole Canned Fruit SS 3-17 (exp. 5-31)
Final price: as low as 2/$1.41 (.70 ea.)

Dole Canned Pineapple Crushed, Sliced or Chunk 20-oz. .98
Use 70¢/3 THREE 20 oz. DOLE Canned Pineapple
OR .50/2 ANY Dole Canned Fruit SS 3-17 (exp. 5-31)
Final price: as low as 2/$1.46 (.73 ea.)

Dole Tropical Fruit  $1.28
Use 45¢/2 DOLE Canned Tropical Fruit
OR  .50/2 ANY Dole Canned Fruit SS 3-17 (exp. 5-31)
Final price: as low as 2/$2.06 ($1.03 ea.)

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 Understanding Extra Care Bucks (ECB) * Shopping CVS
Current CVS Deals

CVS Beauty Club members check your email for a $2 off a $10 Sally Hansen cosmetics coupon!

The coupon is good in-store only and cannot be used with any other  money off a certain purchase amount coupon. Coupon is good thru 5-28.

Although the main need of the tornado victims is food and water right now, it would be nice to provide them with cosmetics to make them feel better

This week, CVS is offering a $5.00 EB reward wyb $10.00 in Sally Hansen.

The prices below are based on what I found online:

Buy 1 Sally Hansen Xtreme Wear Nail Color $3.19 ea.
Buy 1 Sally Hansen Gem Crush $7.49
Subtotal: $10.68
Use $2.00 off $10 Sally Hansen CVS coupon
Final price: pay $8.68 – get $5.00 EB = 2/$3.68 ($1.84 ea.!)

Buy 4 Sally Hansen Xtreme Wear Nail Color $3.19 ea.
Subtotal: $12.76
Use $2.00 off $10 Sally Hansen CVS coupon
Final price: pay $10.76 – get $5.00 EB = 4/$5.76 ($1.44 ea.)

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