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When packing for a trip with small children, place each outfit (including underwear and socks) in a gallon-size plastic bag. Each day, they only need to pick out a bag, and everything that goes together is ready to wear. Place dirty clothes back in the bag for the return trip so nothing gets lost.

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Maxine
White Haven, PA

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Dollars & Sense - Shopping

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Combine your coupons with sales!

I clip coupons for items that I buy on a regular basis and items that I would buy if I could get them for a really cheap price or even free. You would be surprised at how many items go on sale at your local retailer within 1-4 weeks from the time a coupon for that same item is distributed. I combine my coupons with sales when possible to maximize my savings. I also hold on to my coupons until the day they expire, because you never know when you will run into a great deal!

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SavingQueen
Waldorf, MD

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Dollars & Sense - At Home

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No More Plush Paper

We were having problems with our toilets not flushing properly. We felt that our septic system probably needed to be pumped out. Thank heaven my husband thought to have me replace the "plush" toilet paper with SCOTT® Extra Soft. We barely noticed the difference, but our septic system sure did. No more flushing problems, and we are no longer thinking of having it pumped out

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johnsonya
Tyler, TX

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