Pharmacies - They do more than photos

Buying a new ink cartridge can be extremely expensive. In fact, it can be so expensive, you've probably wondered if you should just buy a new printer, of course then, you'll realize you get a free printer if you purchase a new computer. Now, that 20 dollar ink cartridge is going to cost you almost a grand! Well, that might be a bit extreme, so here's a few options that might help. If you don't mind watching Ebay, you can usually find a pretty good price on ink cartridges, both new and used. Yes, I said used. This is where it gets interesting. Walgreens is able to refill your used ink cartridge for a small fee, even offering coupons at times. There is one more thing that makes the Walgreens deal rather enticing. On occasion, Walgreens will mess up the ink cartridge, this can mean anything. If that happens, they give you back your cartridge for free. Then you can take it home, and most times, it works fine. Sometimes, the color doesn't print correctly, but if you like a bit or artistic interpretation to your printed coupons, you might enjoy the change. Print on.

Sam I Am Part Deux

Local libraries have also thrown themselves into the battle on kids summer playtime. They have been battling it for years now and actually have made amazing progress. Many times they get the kids in by offering toys and free books, sometimes they'll even throw ice cream into the mix. Basically, all you need to do is call or visit your local library and ask at the reference desk. I'm sure they'll be happy to help you out and get your kid(s) involved. Just beware, many times they offer Adult Summer Reading programs, though the prizes don't seem to be as plenty, they do usually offer something.

Summer of Sam I Am

During the summertime, most kids are playing and enjoying their time off of school, and reading books tends to be the farthest thing from their minds. But, local book stores are trying to battle that situation head on. Barnes and Noble and Borders are both offering summer reading programs with incentives. Yes, I said, incentives, I mean, why else would I put it on this blog right. All the kids need to do is read a certain number of books, fill out either of these, here or here, turn the form into the bookstore and boomshakalaka, they receive a free book (from a predetermined list). Borders even let my youngest receive a book even though I just read the required amount of books to him. Though I prefer loving and not fighting, I'm willing to support the battle to get our kids reading. Good luck and God speed.

Return of the Geoffrey

Toys R Us does it again and personally I'm hoping they go for more. What I'm talking about is their birthday club. It's for kids ages 1-10, though I've tried to get in myself in, but to no avail. Basically what it is, it's grandma and grandpa in the form of a department store. You show up on your birthday, or someday close to it, and they act like you own the place. They announce that you're in the store and everybody should pay attention and then give you a balloon that floats for two weeks. What's even better is that they send you a birthday card with money (in the form of a gift card) in it. Kids love that stuff, and Toys R Us, if you're listening, so do we adults.

Toys R on Us

Another great deal to talk about. I picked this up at ToysRUs for a buck, that's right 1 dolla'. ToysRUs, like many stores, has a member rewards program and they decided to send me 5 bucks, wait for it, FREE. Yup, I was able to capitalize on it and make someone's day. There is a downside to reward programs though, you tend to get e-mails from them, often, but at times, you can turn them into Strawberry Shortcake.

Staples now has a Dollar Menu

So, another great deal, but you better hurry, cause it ends Saturday. Staples is offering this ream of paper for $1. Ya, I know, crazy right. This will last a lot longer than a cheeseburger and it's probably half the calories. Plus, you can submit the rebate online here and can save money on a stamp. Ah, saving money and getting cheap stuff. Ain't life grand.

This morning, WhatTheFrugal.com runs on dunkin

Ah, free stuff. It's pretty much what I live for. Today I'm giving props to Dunkin' Donuts. I joined their Dunkin' Perks and got a free medium dunkaccino. I have to say, it was pretty much awesome and definitely started my day off right. Thank you Dunkin' Donuts. Thank you.