These past few weeks have gotten me out of my routines and today on the scale that shows. I’m up 1.5 lbs, and while I’d like to blame it on other things (you know the excuses we all use) I need to just suck it up and accept that I haven’t exercised as much or tracked meals as often this week.
So… today I am making two small goals and sharing with you to help me be accountable.
- I will track every meal this week!
- I will exercise at least 4 times for 30+ minutes this week.
The second goal is harder than the first, but I’m going to make it happen. My focus is that we are two weeks away from the beach and I really wanted to be in the 170’s (179 counts). I need to get to work and not let a bad week stop me.
I had one accomplishment this week though that wasn’t on the scale. My two big girls and I ran in a 5k family fun run with their AHG troop (we brought Mary Rose but she isn’t allowed to run yet). It was through the state forest in town and was killer. I thought my half mile gravel drive was tough… This trail was constant uphill and downhill with roots, gullies and more to avoid. Two days later and every step I take still hurts! It was a small race with only maybe 25 people running, but we were happy to take home 2nd and 3rd place for the girls and I got “fastest mom”. Never expected an award for running, but if you want to win joining a race with only one other person in your category is a great way to do it. I wasn’t really all that fast, we stopped and caught our breath a lot, but we completed it running a good portion of it.
My excitement for finishing was cut short by a dad at the finish line congratulating me for running while pregnant… So yeah, we are no where near the end goal. I chose to not correct him and make both of us feel bad, but I really wish people would stop saying that!!! I think I’m going to start wearing a corset now.
Progress so far:
Starting Weight (9 weeks ago): 202
Last Week: 183.6
Current Weight: 185
Goal Weight: 170
Want to join me in something?
For the next 30 days I’m going to do an ab challenge! Today is super easy so just hop out of the chair and knock it out. By the end of the month we will have quite a bit of work to do, but hopefully I’ll look a tad less pregnant and you’ll see some results too. Keep in mind this doesn’t replace all your exercise (especially not in the beginning), you still need cardio at the least.
Here are the top deals you’ll find in the Publix Ad 5/11-5/17 or 5/12-5/18. There are deals on Gorton’s Fish, Pasta, Hamburger Helper, and more.
You can see all of the Publix deals here.
Top Publix Ad Deals
- Gorton’s Fish, 10-24.5 oz, at $6.49 ($3.24)
Sticks, Fillets, Smart & Crunchy, Extra Large Fillets or Popcorn Shrimp
-$1/2 Gorton’s seafood items printable
-$1 off Gorton’s seafood item, SS 04/24
-$1 off Gorton’s fillets or Simply Bakes printable
(use $1 off, makes it $2.24) - Sticky Fingers Smokehouse Barbecue Sauce, 18 oz, at $2.99 ($1.49)
-$1/2 Sticky Fingers barbecue sauce, SS 05/01
(makes it 99¢ ea.) -
Barilla Pasta, 12-16 oz, at $1.59 (79¢)
Excluding Protein Plus, Gluten Free, Collezione, Lasagna, Manicotti and Jumbo Shells
-.55/1 Barilla Pronto Pasta, RP 04/03
-.75/1 Barilla Pronto Pasta, RP 04/03
-$1/2 Barilla Blue Box pasta, excl Pronto, on same receipt, Ibotta App mobile coupon
(use $1/2, makes it 29¢ ea. after Ibotta) Read More→
Heads up Starbucks fans! There are some new Starbucks coupons you won’t want to miss!
There is an Ibotta offer and Cartwheel coupon that can make for FREE Refreshers at Target.
- Buy:
Starbucks Refreshers-$1.25
Use:
-20% off Starbucks Refreshers, 12 oz can, excl Cafe items, multipacks, Target Cartwheel printable
-$1 off Starbucks Refreshers beverages, Ibotta App mobile coupon
makes it FREE
Check out these deals too:
Check out this cool deal at Target. You can grab kids’ swimwear for 25% off the prices shown. I found mix and match swim attire for $5.99! Summer is right around the corner so stock up now.
Target REDCardholders get an additional 5% off. If you aren’t a member it is easy to get one and you always get FREE shipping with your card.
Deal Ideas:
Boy’s Fish Trunks, $5.99 (reg. $7.99)
Girl’s Tankini Top, $5.99 (reg. $7.99)
Dolphin Swimsuit, $8.24 (reg. $10.99)
This deal is valid through 5/14. Shipping is free on orders of $25 or more.
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This week at CVS you can get deals on Maybelline, Pampers, Charmin, and more! Plus, take a look at all of the extra CVS store coupons they are giving out this week. It always helps me to know what is coming at the Coupon Center.
Always stop at the CVS coupon center first before shopping and don’t forget that you can scan your card twice to get even more coupons! To get even more coupons from CVS, make sure you are signed up for their emails and for the CVS Beauty Club.
Here are some coupons people are reporting this week (you won’t get everything listed, but you’ll get some of them).
Expires In One Week
$4 off Razors, blades or shave creams & gel purchase, $10+
$1 off Mach3 or Venus Embrace razors, excl. Sensitive (extra)
25% off Tampon, pad or liner purchase, incl. CVS brand
$5 off Gillette & Venus razors, blades and disposables
$3 off Prilosec OTC, CVS Omeprazole or any heartburn relief purchase, $20+
$2 off Zantac, Pepcid, Nexium 24hr, or CVS heartburn relief purchase, $10+
$3 off Prilosec OTC
$2.50 off Garnier shampoo, conditioner, hair styling or spray purchase, $9+
$2 off Vitamin, incl. CVS brand, purchase, $10+
$2/2 Colgate Total toothpaste or any other toothpaste
Expires In Two Weeks
$2 off Advil, Aleve, Bayer, Excedrin or CVS pain relievers purchase, $8+
25% off Facial moisturizers, cleaners or acne care
$1 off Body lotion, incl. CVS brand, purchase, $5+
$3 off Almay cosmetics purchase, $9+
$1.50 off Body wash or bar soap purchase, $4+
$4 off Diapers, training pants or wipes, incl. CVS brand, purchase, $20+
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There is a new Colgate coupon you will want to make sure and print! You can use it at CVS or Rite Aid starting 5/15 for a fun toothpaste moneymaker.
If you’re already stocked up, be sure to grab some to donate. While the deal doesn’t start for a few days, print your coupons so you will have them ready.
Colgate Coupon
-$1 off Colgate Total, Optic White, Enamel Health, or Sensitive toothpaste, 3 oz+ printable
Rite Aid Deal Idea:
Buy:
Colgate Toothpaste Total Advanced 4 oz, Optic White 3.5 oz, Max 6oz or 2 in 1 4.6 oz $3.50 (starting 5/15)
Use:
-$1 off Colgate Total, Optic White, Enamel Health, or Sensitive toothpaste, 3 oz+ printable
Pay $2.50, get 300 Plenti Points
makes it 50¢ moneymaker
CVS Deal Idea: (Starting 5/15):
Buy:
Colgate Max, 6 oz, Total 4-4.2 oz or 2in1 4.6 oz $3 (starting 5/15)
Use:
$2.50 off Colgate toothpaste CVS store coupon (printing starting 5/15)
-$1 off Colgate Total, Optic White, Enamel Health, or Sensitive toothpaste, 3 oz+ printable
makes it FREE
Don’t miss out on this moneymaker!
Love movies? Right now you can get some good deals on Blu-ray movies from Best Buy! They’ve got lots of Blu-rays priced at $4.99 and up.
Choose from popular titles, kids’ movies, and more.
Deal Ideas:
Curious George $4.99 (reg. $9.99)
Charlie Wilson’s War $4.99 (reg. $9.99)
Nanny McPhee $4.99 (reg. $9.99)
Shipping is FREE with orders of $35 or more. Prices can likely change at any time.
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Heads up if you wear contacts! There is a new high-value $4 off coupon to save on Clear Care Solution.
This makes for a fun deal at both Rite Aid and Walgreens this week. Print your coupon while available!
Clear Care Coupon
-$5 off Clear Care product, 12 oz+ printable
Rite Aid Deal Idea:
- Buy:
(2) Clear Care and Clear Care Plus Hydra 12 oz, Opti-Free Replenish, Pure Moist and Express 10 oz $8.99 (thru 5/14)
Use:
-(2) $5 off Clear Care product, 12 oz+ printable
Pay $7.98, Get back 700 PP
makes it 49¢ ea.
Walgreens Deal Idea:
- Buy:
(2) Opti-Free Contact Lens Solution 10 oz or Clear Care 12 oz 2/$17.98 (thru 5/14)
Use:
-(2) $5 off Clear Care product, 12 oz+ printable
Pay $7.98, Get back 3,000 BP + 170 EveryDay Points
makes it $2.41 ea.
Check out these deals too:
There is a rare new Curad coupon available to print to help you save on bandages, gauze, or tape products.
You can use this coupon at Walmart this week to get it for free after an additional mobiSave offer. Note: You can only redeem the mobiSave offer once, so pick which item you want to grab.
Curad Coupon
-.75/1 Curad bandage, gauze, or tap product printable
Walmart Deal Ideas:
- Buy:
Curad Waterproof Tape 5 yards 96¢
Use:
-$1 off Curad bandage, gauze or tape item, SS 05/08
or -.75/1 Curad bandage, gauze, or tap product printable
Total Due: nothing
Submit: .50/1 Curad bandage gauze or tape, mobiSave mobile coupon
makes it 50¢ moneymaker - Buy:
Curad Gauze Pads 10ct $1.24
Use:
-$1 off Curad bandage, gauze or tape item, SS 05/08
or -.75/1 Curad bandage, gauze, or tap product printable
Total Due: 24¢
Submit: .50/1 Curad bandage gauze or tape, mobiSave mobile coupon
makes it 26¢ moneymaker
