2026-07 July Frugal Thread

Good Evening Everyone,
I found some ambition, not a lot but some.

Decided to do a random load of laundry, I should go back to being remote this week but I also wasn't supposed to be on-site all of last week and I was o just in case washed the essentials (socks, underwear).

Also sorted my potatoes and onions, since I haven't been cooking in my normal manner we did have so waste so I took that out.

Also took out the kitchen garbage.

I was going to do Enchilada Bake for dinner but I only have 3 whole wheat tortillas and I need 5 to 6 and we do not like white tortillas for Enchiladas. Found some Tortellini, it was a little freezer burnt but threw it in a pan with some Alfredo Sauce, Cooked Chicken and Heavy Whipping Cream basked for 45 minutes then topped with cheese and baked another 15 minutes and dinner was served.

It is not a lot but it is something.

Good Morning and Happy Monday! I feel like I really did relax/enjoy having the few extra days off after the holiday. Didn't really get anything done around the house but did make sure to get out and enjoy the sunshine and did go swimming in Georgian Bay!

I see sunshine and a blue sky! Started work early this morning so will take a break after my coffee and go for a walk at the lake- I am on a mission to get 10,000+ steps in everyday this week.

The broccoli slaw with dinner last night was a nice change. I will have it again tonight with the leftover chicken. (and probably tomorrow nights dinner too! since I cooked lots of chicken last night) Going away for the night with my sister on Wednesday so then I will enjoy my meal out (and try not to get chicken!!)
Will make the mushrooms to go with it for tonight (didn't end up making them last night- was a little bit lazy)

Minimal shopping done but we have all the things needed to continue healthy eating this week. I did buy 5 containers of steel oats as they were on sale. so have 8 containers at the moment...don't want to go crazy but also want to keep a good supply! I should try and have eggs one day this week to mix it up.....but not sure I can stomach them yet :(

Have a wonderful day everyone!

I helped hubby cut the back lawn ,still keeping active even thou my knee hurts.

Yesterday day had a zoom call ,yes on a sunday at 7.00a.m with my cardiologist(yes i have one now).The results of my heart monitor everything seems to be okay except my resting heart rate ,he is not concerned and he will see me next year .This gives me peace of mind ,since my younger brother had the massive heart attack at 60 .

Doing a bit of house work today as my girlfriend is coming for lunch on tuesday.

Did my 30 min walk around the lake....It's going to be another hot day! The SPF face cream was melting lol thank gosh I didn't have make up on or it would have felt worse.
Had my oatmeal (it was so good or I was just very hungry!) I think my plan today is to dry the one load of laundry I washed this morning (towels)
Work, take an afternoon break and probably go for another walk at another body of water. I will bring a snack with me to eat on the way (probably cucumbers and hummus and a meat stick since the hummus needs to be used up)

Stopped at the mailbox and finally received the Chapman's coupon. DS still has 4 things of ice cream in the freezer so I guess I will hold off on redeeming it for awhile.

A girlfriend messaged me to meet her after work at 2.20 for a coffee at tim hortons so off i go .
Nice to sit and chat for awhile.

Nice for you ladies to take advantage of the weather to be out and about. ( Frugalbigmama with your daily walks and coupon girl chatting over a
coffee or two with a friend, plus helping with the lawn care!
I had my Endodontic route canal this morning. Went very well probably because I was breathing in nitrous oxide. ha ha
Just have to visit my regular dentist ( Wednesday ) to get the crown repaired.
The frugal day is off to a decent start because all I want to do now is sleep. No money spent in my dreams.

Walkonby so funny ,no money spent in your dreams .

I spent nothing today as my girlfriend bought my tea at tim hortons .We chatted for 2 hours ,it was really nice .

Got another 6x pounds of red peppers for $3

Walked across, literally, a KitKat bar in Walmart's parking lot. It was a bit mushed up, but still delicious. :)

Honnestly I am done.
Nothing I do work.

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Originally Posted by cath007

honnestly i am done.
Nothing i do work.

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((((hugs))))

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Originally Posted by cath007

Honnestly I am done.
Nothing I do work.

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(((( Double hugs here cath ))))

:grouphug:

Morning! Looks like another hot hot day.

Was thinking about going kayaking afterwork....I guess will just have to see how the heat is.
Will be going for a good walk soon this morning since it is already heating up but I need to get out and will pick the lake path that has some shade in spots for relief. I will also carry my water bottle!


Stay cool and enjoy the day!
Our fridge is pretty empty but we have what we need for our meals this week....I take it as a good thing! When you eat simple you need simple ingredients!

I know coupons are impossible to find so if anyone wants some Maple leaf ones let me know. My Sobeys had loads of them and I will never use them. I picked up 7 and will happily split into 2 groups.

Lilo i would love some maple leaf coupons ,never did find them .

This morning went to Zarksys a local deli ,store .
Got reduced sour dough bread 3.00
Ontario strawberries 2.99
reduced chicken breast 2.00 off 7.00 i paid 5.00 for 2 .
fresh buns
deli meat

Cant wait til my girlfriend comes for lunch .

@lilo0003 : I would love some Maple Leaf coupons too.I never had a chance to find them.
Coupons are impossible to find now.
I could not be more agree with that sentence unfortunnatly.... :( :( :(
It is sad.... :( :( :(

I had my girlfriend for lunch ,so nice .Then i sent her home with a few fresh buns ,ham and potatoe salad for her son and her.
She brought me a gift "Laura Secord Maple fudge "so yummy .

I gave her a small gift this is what i spent lovely tea towel 1.00 dish cloth 1.00 hand cream 1.00 all reduced from walmart Nivea shower gel 2.00(sobeys after points)
softsoap hand soap 2.00 shoppers=7.00 bag free reused.

Then i took her to local thrift store and i bought 3 small bags .50 cents each .

Rescued 8x sandwiches, wraps, and burgers, a cookie, and a brownie from my Shell stations, along with 500mL carton of milk to wash it all down. :)

Found a 80g bag of turtle/corn chips, as I walked out of my T&T

@coupongirl and @cath007 PM me your address and I will mail them out tomorrow.

@lilo0003 :

I will send you a pm with my adress. :)
Thank you for doing this ROAK. :)
Very appreciated. :)

@flemeth : @walkonby :

A big thank you for the hugs.
I really appreciate it and need it.
Very hard week for me,all the weeks are hard but this one is quite a challenge. :( :( :(

@walkonby :
Thank you for your message about @lilo0003 ROAK of coupons. :)
Very appreciated.!!! :)

Here are some new Tears Pads coupons posted in english couponning fb group.
This time, the UPC is not written.
If they are not released yet ,then they will be very soon.

-$1 off on any Yoplait Tubes product
Expiry: December 31,2026

-$1,50 off Ocean Spray Zero Sparkling Drinks
Expiry: December 31,2026

-$1,00 off the purchase of any one (1) Cracker Barrel Signature cheese product ( picture of the shredded cheese)
Expiry: September 30,2026

-$1,50 off any Nestea Products (only good for the canisters)*** this one does not seems new to me I have it posted previously***
Expiry: December 31,2026

- Save $1 on one (1) pack of Saputo cheese of your choice (Bocconcini,Feta and Mozzarella containers are pictured)
Expiry: December 31,2026

-Save $1 with the purchase of any one (1)1,36 L Tropicana drinks (not sure about orange juice is included ) or 1,75L Pure Leafs products.
Expiry: September 30,2026


I really hope to find these.

@cath007 thank you for posting the up coming tear pads . II was at No Frills and RCSS but nothing new there.


I got my 6000 PCO points for the Cracker Barrel digital coupons that did not come off at the cash register did take too long . I am just happy that I got credited . Will used the digital coupon again before it exp

Happy Wednesday! Looks like another nice day!

Going away for the night with my sister for a girls night :) Bringing my swimsuit so we can use the pool and get some laps in before our nice dinner :)
We are attending a Deal or No Deal show this evening... Never been so looking forward to see what it is all about.

Hoping my sister will want to stop at Costco tomorrow morning before we each head our separate ways home. I would like to look at the fitness watches... I hit a milestone and I have decided this is my reward :)

Have a wonderful day!

Morning today we are going over to see the girls as we havent seen them in awhile ,we are taking pizza for a treat .I may go in my son's hot tub ,i havent been immersed in water other than a shower since last august .Everyone that has a knee replacement tells me you can never take a bath again ,too hard to get up.I am willing to try maybe next year ,we will see.

Loved the visit with my girlfriend ,it is so hard to see people out there that have it worse than myself .Her dear hubby died 10 years ago ,and she is finding it hard to maintaine a house .Money wise ,the only grocery store near her is Metro ,she is 73 and i see a difference from age 65 to in your 70's,heck i am getting up there at age 66.So when i sent her home with a bit of extra food after our lunch she than thanked me .Look she even brought me laura secord fudge as a gift.

Well we are going back into heat wave i hear ,maybe try to whippersnipp the back yard early on.

Headed to the 50% off thrift store sale this morning. Then to Shoppers for eggs and butter on sale. My kind of shopping.

Bought one shirt for $4( no tax) and eggs at 2.99 per dozen and butter for 4.49 per pound. I am happy with those prices.

Walmart had 18x eggs for $3.27

Came across a dropped package of gum on the way home. I don't chew much gum, but I'll use it up. :)

Today did the sheets.Hubby re chaulked the bathroom shower stall of course,he sits in the stall so for him to get up there is nothing to grab on too. So i got my dear mom's cane .lol

Then i went to shoppers seniors day stuck to my list ,but i did buy 3 cereals as i got 2,000 pts so worked out to 3.66 a box.
Way too hot out plus i cleaned my daughter,s car out this morning at 10.00 a.m .

I can only do so much in this heat.

it seems like my scene/sobeys issues are fixed. I spent 81.00 and earned 1650 in Scene points, then used 6.00 in coupons, submitted 2.00 to check out 51 and received a voucher for 3 cents off a litre up to 75 litres of fuel. It was one of my better shopping trips. I also submitted my receipt for 75 blue rewards. I am still really doubtful this program is for me. None of the bonus have paid out so now I am adding to my Google Calendar to remind me to put in an inquiry as you have to wait 60 days.