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Birthdays {
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Quick Trip to TownHubby had the day off yesterday,so we got to run to town together. We went to the bread store and picked up four loaves of bread. After coupons, the four loaves of bread only came to 56 cents! Then, we treated each other out to lunch. This was a nice treat! Of course, I had a coupon! I got a whole sub for the price of a 1/2 sub! Yippee! I love couponing!!! ~Candy~ Stocking the PantryI have been busy doing a lot of planning. I have been filling my Homemaker's Notebook with all of these plans. The main sections that I have been focusing on lately are 'Stock the Pantry' 'Stock the Freezer' and 'Stock-up on Non-food Items'. As many of you know, I have been stocking up through strategic shopping. What you don't know is why. Our main reason for stocking up isn't just to have things available for our family. We want to be prepared at all times to help others in need. Are you stocking up? Why? If you are only stocking up for yourself, then I think you need to rethink things. Yes, it is great to be prepared and to take good care of your family, but if that is where it ends, then something is wrong. I have heard many Christians say that they stockpile in order to be sure that their families will have enough if disaster strikes. I say, you can't stockpile enough to get your family through many disasters. So, what is my point? Yes, take good care of your family, but let it be a larger vision than just that. As you take care of others, God will step in and take care of you in your time of need. ~Candy~ Walgreen'sI was told that Walgreen's has put out new store coupons. They are suppose to be right beside the door. I will have to look when I go on Friday. Make sure you get your store coupons and match them up with manufacture coupons. ~Candy~ CouponsAre you wondering if couponing actually works? Do you wonder if it's worth it? Well, my question to you is, is it worth it for you to stay at home instead of working out? (I'm talking to women whose husbands are already working out.) I'm not exaggerating! Remember, it's not how much you have coming in that matters, but how much is going out. Yes, finding coupons, rebates, free sampes, and the actual sales can be time consuming, but at least you are at home and free to work on it at a time that worksfor you. If you are considering spending 40 hours a week at a job, then spending a few hours a week couponing at home should be able to easily fit into your schedule instead. Weigh the costs and consider making this year the you get serious about couponing. Don't forget to scroll down and leave a comment for Laurie Neumann. ~Candy~ christianhomebusinessconnection {
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I am excited to be the guest writer over at http://www.christianhomebusinessconnection.com/blog/ Please check it out and let me know what you think! ~Candy~ Laurie Neumann {
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I am so excited to have a very special guest writer here today. If you don't already know Laurie Neumann, then you are truly missing out. Laurie runs a home-based business that teaches how to run your own home-based business. She has been invaluable to me!
Here is Laurie:
Ways to Earn Extra Money and Add Purpose
Are you looking for ways to earn extra money while you homeschool your children? I am a former homeschooling parent and have had much contact with other homeschoolers. I have found this to be a common desire among them. But many don't feel they have the time or have any idea of how to go about it. One of the ways to earn some extra money is by starting a home based business. I know what you're saying - WHEN? But if you look at your schedule closely, you may find more time than you think. Consider the time that your kids are working on projects or reading, before they are up or after they go to bed. Maybe on Saturdays you can even squeeze a couple of hours in. You don't have to make the business your whole life. I would recommend starting out small and letting it grow over the years while you are homeschooling. When your kids graduate, you may be very glad you have a business to work on. I found myself wondering what in the world I would do when I wasn't homeschooling any longer. My home business was the answer. The second part to this is to choose a business you enjoy and can use the gifts and talents God has given you. You may not feel you are short on purpose in your life right now, but it is actually a wonderful thing to have something to work on that fits who you are and allows you to express your interests and skills. As your business grows, you may even be able to include your children in it and let them see firsthand what business and marketing are all about. Even younger children can be given smaller tasks to complete, giving them practical experience. There are other ways to earn extra money, such as getting a part-time job. However, I feel that a home based business can fit perfectly into your goal of being home with your children and teaching them practical life skills. Laurie Neumann is a Home Business Coach and will help you choose and launch a business that fits you and your life. Visit Small Business Consulting for details. WalgreensI know that I said Rite Aid was my favorite store for finding great deals, but Walgreens just took over that place! (Rite Aid is my 2nd favorite now.) Walgreen's offers register rewards. I like to call them Walgreen's money. I went through the store and bought the products that offered Walgreen's money. I paid $26.00, and yes I did use coupons too. They gave me back $32.00 in Walgreen's money. I turned around and bought the stuff on my needs shopping list with this free money. By using coupons, buying on sale, and using the register rewards, I bought over $70.00 worth of stuff and paid $3.02. I got paid to buy eye drops and a gluclose testing machine. The eye drops were on regularly $9.99. They were on sale for $7.99. I had a coupon for $2.00 off, so I paid $5.99. I received $8.00 in register rewards for buying it! The gluclose testing machine was on sale for $14.99. I had a $5.00 coupon, so I paid $9.99. I received $10.00 in register rewards, so they paid me a penny right there. Then, there was a $14.99 rebate on it. I got paid $15.00 to buy it! I am not lucky! I am a strategic shopper. You can be too! Hey, be sure and check out this review on my book, "The Word of God on Healing." http://blessedhomemaking.blogspot.com/2010/02/word-of-god-on-healing-product-review.html ~Candy~ Frugality {
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I have always been frugal, but this year I am down right serious about it. I have it in my head that it's not how much money that comes into the home, but how much goes out that matters. With that said, I get a kick out of how this affects the kids. It is not unusual for the little kids to come running and yelling, "Hey, Mom, look, I found a coupon!" LOL Be sure to check back here next Wednesday. I will be having Laurie Neumann from http://www.christianhomebusinessconnection.com/ as a guest writer! ~Candy~ Price Chopper {
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Coupons {
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I am so excited about my couponing adventure today! I got 7 packages of Carefree panty liners and 6 boxes of Bandaid brand bandages for FREE! Yup, that's right! For Free!!!!! Dollar General offered coupons for a dollar off per item. The kicker was, the items only cost a dollar! Oh, I think I am getting addicted to this coupon shopping stuff! ~Candy~ Facebook and Frugality {
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If you are on facebook, then you really need to utilize their frugality side. Go to your friends page, click on find friends, and search words like, 'frugal' and 'thrifty'. Even that doesn't work, add me as a friend and search my friends list. I have a lot of frugal friends! ~Candy~ FREE SAMPLES {
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In your effort to be more frugal this year, don't forget about free samples. I love to get free stuff in my mailbox. (The kids love it too!) There are so many samples available online. We get tea bags, maxi pads, cereal, granola bars, vitamins, medicine, shampoo, soap, and on and on and on. As an added bonus, a lot of samples come with really good coupons. Many of the coupons are for more free items! Here are a few good sites to find free samples: walmart.com/freesamples moneysavingmom.com dealseekingmom.com Let's get more frugal together! Leave me a comment with your frugal ideas and great finds. ~Candy~ Frugal {
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I am a very frugal person. Perhaps that comes with being the mother of twelve children. I am determined to be even more frugal this year. I am learning to use coupons for maximum benefit. I am following the sales, using store coupons and manufacturer coupons together, and learning about store bucks. I am also getting more involved in rebates. I really enjoyed listening to this seminar on couponing from www.StartSavingWithCoupons.com Are you determined to be more frugal this year? Remember, it's not how much money comes into the home, it's how much is going out. ~Candy~ Noah Estes' Family {
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I am sure that many of you have been praying for and following the story of Noah Estes. Now is your chance to be a blessing to this family, and get blessed yourself in the process! Planning My Week {
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I am still wading through all of these clothes! Remember, there are a lot of people in this house. I hope to get it under control this week. I am trying to stay on top of the all of papers and books, so they don't get out of control again. Oh, the adventures of raising a large family!
My Favorite Place to Be {
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I have many, many places that I call my own around the world wide web, but this is my all time favorite place to be. I love homesteadblogger. I love all of my friends on here. It is a wonderful place to 'hang out'!
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Woohoo!!! TEACHMagazine is publishing another one of my articles!!! It will be in the summer 2010 issue! ~Candy~ Birthdays {
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January is packed full of birthdays at the Foote house. Olivia's 15th birthday was on January 1st. Yup, she was our New Year's baby! Judson's 25th birthday was on January 14th. Oh, my goodness, how do I have a child who is a quarter of a century?!?! Then, Judy will be turning 7 on January 31st. We have the whole month covered. The first, the thirty-first, and right dab in the middle. We love birthdays around this house! Birthday gifts are brought out as soon as we can roll everyone out of bed. We sing happy birthday and watched the birthday boy or girl open the gifts. Then, everyone takes turns saying something nice about the birthday boy/girl. We speak blessings over him and say a prayer. There isn't any school on birthdays. Everyone, except the one who is celebrating their birthday, helps clean up and prepare for the party. All of the siblings, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, grandparents, and friends show up to have a huge pizza party. Momma spends all of her time out in the kitchen cooking between 15 - 20 homemade pizzas. We top it off with birthday cake. If you know their is a birthday party going on, come on over! ~Candy~ Newsletter {
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Yeah, I finally got the January newsletter sent out! I am sorry that I didn't get the December one out. December was crazy around here! If you haven't signed up for our family's newsletter, do it! Sign up at http://www.candyfoote.com/ ~Candy~ No School {
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Today is my oldest baby's 25th birthday! Happy birthday, Judson!!!!
Cleaning Out {
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I am determined to get this new year off to a fresh start! I spent last week weeding through and purging books, school papers, magazines, and newspapers. We had books in every single room of the house! Not only does the house look cleaner, I found my desk, and made some extra cash from used books that have just been underfoot. This week, I have been focusing on clothing, blankets, sheets, coats, hats and mittens. ALL of the laundry is getting done. Now, I'm weeding and purging all of the extras. Where did all of these clothes come from?!?!?! I have huge bags of really nice clothes for disaster relief. I have a small bag of rags. Plus, I even got some free material. (Old clothes, blankets and sheets make great free material!) Are you weeding and purging around your house to start off this new year? Let's start off the new year fresh! ~Candy~ Books For Sale {
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A good friend of mine has a variety of homeschooling materials for sale...Just make an offer....
"What Your 4th Grader Needs to Know" by E.D. Hirsch, Jr. "What Your 3rd Grader Needs to Know" by E.D. Hirsch, Jr. "What Your 2nd Grader Needs to Know" by E.D. Hirsch, Jr. "Books to Build On" by E.D. Hirsch, Jr. Shurley English Grammar Level 2 Teacher's Manual (with CD) Shurley English Grammar Level 1 Teacher's Manual Shurley English Grammar Level 3 Teacher's Manual The Prairie Primer Movies As Literature A Beka Books Arithmetic 5 Teacher Edition A Reason for Spelling Level C Teacher Guidebook A Reason for Spelling Level D Teacher Guidebook Just leave a comment her saying which books you are interested in along with an offer, and I will forward it to Kelly.
If you are part of the homeschool lounge, you could just look her up for yourself.
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I love the start of a new year; don't you?!? It is like a fresh start every year. I am starting my new year by cleaning out the house. It feels so good to do spring cleaning type of cleaning at the beginning of the year. Ahh, a fresh start. I spent last week focusing on cleaning out papers, books, magazines, and newspapers. They have a way of just taking over our home. (Be sure and scroll down to see some books I have for sale. You can find some great deals! All you need to do is make me an offer!) This week's goal is clothing, sheets, blankets, coats, hats and mittens. Clothing and books are the biggest challenges at the Foote house! I am going to wash everything, sort through closets and dressers, and organize everything. Are you getting a fresh start to the new year? ~Candy~ Here Are the books that are still available {
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Here are the books that are still available
Rod & Staff's, "Building With Diligence - grade 4" - Teacher's Guide English Rod & Staff's, "Building Christian English - grade 8" - set of Teacher's Guide and student's text. Rod & Staff's English Handbook Bob Jones University Press' - "English Handbook for Christian Schools". Rod & Staff's 3rd grade reader teacher's guide. Rod & Staff's 4th grade reader. This is not a hardcover version. I also have the teacher's guides for the 5th, 6th, and 7th grade reader teacher's guides. ROD & STAFF SCIENCE BOOKS: 3rd grade - "God's Protected World" - set of teacher's guide & student's text I also have 2 more teacher's guides of the 3rd grade science
Teacher's guide of the 7th grade science - "Investigating God's Orderly World" I have the teacher's guides to "God's Marvelous Works" books one and two. I believe these are 4th grade levels. Sadlier-Oxford's "Progress in Mathematics" - 3rd grade & 5th grade textbooks. Addison-Wesley Mathematics - grade 4 and grade 5 Rod & Staff's, "Building Christian English - grade 3" - Teacher's Guide
Rod & Staff's, "Building With Diligence - grade 4" - Teacher's Guide English Rod & Staff's, "Building Christian English - grade 8" - set of Teacher's Guide and student's text. Rod & Staff's English Handbook Bob Jones University Press' - "English Handbook for Christian Schools". Rod & Staff's 4th grade reader. This is not a hardcover version. I also have the teacher's guides for the 5th, 6th, and 7th grade reader teacher's guides. See something you like? Just make an offer. I am more that willing to work with you! All I ask is that you remember that I have to pay shipping and handling charges. Blessings, ~Candy~ Books, Books, Books {
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I have more books for sale! Just make me an offer. Sadlier-Oxford's "Progress in Mathematics" - 3rd grade & 5th grade textbooks. Addison-Wesley Mathematics - grade 4 and grade 5 Rod & Staff's, "Building Christian English - grade 3" - Teacher's Guide Rod & Staff's, "Building With Diligence - grade 4" - Teacher's Guide English Rod & Staff's, "Building Christian English - grade 8" - set of Teacher's Guide and student's text. Rod & Staff's English Handbook Bob Jones University Press' - "English Handbook for Christian Schools".
Rod & Staff's 3rd grade reader. This is a hardcover book which includes units 1, 2, and 3. Rod & Staff's 3rd grade reader Teacher's manuals (2 of the same book available) Rod & Staff's 4th grade reader. This is not a hardcover version. I also have the teacher's guides for the 5th, 6th, and 7th grade reader teacher's guides. See something you like? Just make an offer. I am more that willing to work with you! All I ask is that you remember that I have to pay shipping and handling charges. Blessings, ~Candy~ More Books for Sale {
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I have a lot of Rod & Staff books that I am getting rid of. As for the prices, just make an offer. ROD & STAFF SCIENCE BOOKS: 3rd grade - "God's Protected World" - set of teacher's guide & student's text I also have 2 more teacher's guides of the 3rd grade science
Teacher's guide of the 7th grade science - "Investigating God's Orderly World" I have the teacher's guides to "God's Marvelous Works" books one and two. I believe these are 4th grade levels. Math Books for Sale {
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I'm cleaning out! I have way too many books.
Crocheting {
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Christmas is over, and I'm still crocheting. I have created my new homemaker's notebook for the new year. In it, I have written different goals for the year. I thought it would be nice to start the new year out with a bunch of new dishrags for my own kitchen. I made a lot of them for Christmas gifts, but somehow my own kitchen always gets neglected. I made a dozen dishrags and tucked them into my kitchen sink drawer. Now, I'm making some soakers to dry my dishes on. I'm excited about these soakers! Usually, I just set the dishes onto a towel. When I finish my soakers, I'm going to make some 100% cotton washcloths for the bathroom. I have also written out some things I would like to crochet for next Christmas. Are you still crocheting? Do you make a homemaker's notebook each new year. ~Candy~ 50% Off My books are half off for the After Christmas Blowout over at the old schoolhouse online store.
Check out this review on two of my books!!! http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/ElCloud
~Candy~ The Twelve Days of Christmas {
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From 1558 until 1829, Roman Catholics in England were not permitted to practice their faith openly. Someone during that era wrote this carol as a catechism song for young Catholics. It has two levels of meaning: the surface meaning plus a hidden meaning known only to members of their church. Each element in the carol has a code word for a religious reality which the children could remember. -The partridge in a pear tree was Jesus Christ. -Two turtle doves were the Old and New Testaments. -Three French hens stood for faith, hope and love. -The four calling birds were the four gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke & John. -The five golden rings recalled the Torah or Law, the first five books of the Old Testament. -The six geese a-laying stood for the six days of creation. -Seven swans a-swimming represented the sevenfold gifts of the Holy Spirit--Prophesy, Serving, Teaching, Exhortation, Contribution, Leadership, and Mercy. -The eight maids a-milking were the eight beatitudes. -Nine ladies dancing were the nine fruits of the Holy Spirit--Love, Joy, Peace, Patience, Kindness, Goodness, Faithfulness, Gentleness, and Self Control. -The ten lords a-leaping were the ten commandments. -The eleven pipers piping stood for the eleven faithful disciples. -The twelve drummers drumming symbolized the twelve points of belief in the Apostles' Creed. Cool, huh!?! ~Candy~ A Book Review on My Books! {
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I am so excited to have Valerie Neal write up a review on two of my books!!! http://walkininsunshine.blogspot.com/2009/12/2-new-books-for-review.html Check it out and let me know what you think. ~Candy~ Baby Matt's Christmas Present {
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Free Book! {
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Would you like to get a free book? Who doesn't love free?!? I'm looking for some book reviewers. I have compiled five books. These books are simply compiled Scriptures on specific Biblical topics. The books are: The Word of God on Being a Woman, a Wife, and a Mother, The Word of God on Healing, The Word of God on Prosperity, The Word of God on the Parables of Jesus Christ, and The Word of God on the Words of Your Mouth. These are e-books, so you would receive them in your email. You will be given the book free of charge in exchange for a written review posted somewhere online. This could include your blogs, facebook, twitter, etc. Thanks! ~Candy~ Crocheting {
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http://teachinggoodthings.com/homemaking-skills/basic-crochet-dvd/ This is sooo cool! ~Candy~ Mary Had a Little Lamb {
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Mary Had a Little LambUnknown Author Mary had a little lamb, He followed her to school each day, And then the rules all changed one day, Every day got worse and worse, What must we do to stop the crime, Thanksgiving Traditions {
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Another favorite Thanksgiving tradition at our house involves the cooking. Each one of the kids makes their own special recipe. Mmm, I'm getting hungry just thinking about it! Jordan is making pumpkin pie and pumpkin roll. Olivia is making cheesecake. Jacob is making peppermint patties. Jesse is making peanutbutter Rice Krispie treats. Isaiah is making regular Rice Krispie treats. Sophia is making corn bread. Judy is making her famous peanut butter cups. Christina is making pudding pies and lemonade. Okay, I'm ready to eat! ~Candy~ Terri Camp {
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Give your homeschooled kids the gift of an education that is FUN – Ignite the Fire is back! http://bit.ly/5fHTkD
More Thanksgiving Traditions {
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A newer Thanksgiving tradition at our house includes a present. Don't groan! I know most people don't want to hear about Thanksgiving Day gifts with Christmas so close, but this one works out well for the holidays. I give each person a nice outfit. It's a dressy type outfit. This actually takes the pressure off from mom. It makes sure that everyone has something to wear to all of those special places we go to throughout the holiday season. ~Candy~ Thanksgiving Traditions {
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I love Thanksgiving; don't you?!? We are having a huge gathering of family and friends. Lots of food, family and fun for us! I started a cute little tradition with my family years ago. It's so simple, yet it makes kids so happy. I go to the junk stores (thrift shops) and buy a bunch of pretty wine glasses. Everyone gets to pick out their own 'special' glass. We tie Christmas ribbons onto the stems of the glasses, then write our names on the glass with a permanent marker. That's it! The kids thing this is wonderful! We fill our punch bowl with lemonade and drink out of our 'special' glasses. Tell me about some of your traditions. ~Candy~ Are You Prepared {
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I only have a few things left to pick up for our Thanksgiving dinner. I need to get fresh veggies and fruit still. Are you prepared for your dinner? I am sending out our family picture instead of traditional Christmas cards this year. I have been getting them prepared to send out the day after Thanksgiving. Are you sending out Christmas cards this year? Are they ready to be mailed? ~Candy~ Thanksgiving {
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It is so hard to believe that Thanksgiving is just over a week away! I guess it would be easier to believe if it weren't in the 70s in Northern New York! We actually had a bar-b-que today!!!! Hey, I'm hoping this weather stays. I say, let's eat Thanksgiving dinner outside too! ~Candy~ Crocheting {
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The problem is, while I'm crocheting one Christmas present, my mind keeps coming up with more ideas, so my to do list is getting longer and the days to Christmas is getting shorter. ~Candy~ Preparing For the Holidays {
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Fourteen days until Thanksgiving. Are you prepared?
Look Who is Out of the Shoebox!!! {
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Happy 2nd Birthday, Sarah {
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Sarah Jane {
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Sarah Jane at Two Months Old {
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Sarah in a Shoebox! {
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Baby Girl with Daddy's Hand {
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This week, Price Chopper has two coupons in their circular that will double two manufactures coupons up to $3.00. That's a possible $6.00 off one item. I picked laundry soap that cost $5.99. I had a $3.00 coupon that they doubled, so they paid me a penny!