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Monthly Archive "May2009"

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Oprah gives out chicken dinners

May 6, 2009 by frugalista 5 Comments divider image

Oh my. Ms. Winfrey has gone from giving out cars to giving out chicken dinners at Kentucky Fried Chicken!  This economy is a mess! LOL Click here to download the Kentucky Fried Chicken coupon for free "Kentucky Grilled Chicken" two-piece meal. Would you rather have Oprah give you a car or a chicken dinner? I'm [...]

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Affordable gift ideas for Mom

May 5, 2009 by frugalista 3 Comments divider image

Yikes. The impact of the economy has finally hit Mother's Day.  According to a report, Mother's Day gift giving is down 14.7 percent. Poor mom. This year, Mama Frugalista said I could just get her a really nice card. If she were local, I would take her to a lunch or brunch. I am going [...]

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Savings tips from Kiplinger’s

May 4, 2009 by frugalista 1 Comment divider image

Here are some savings tips from Kiplinger's for 2009. Take a look and let me know what you think. Thanks TIffani for the tip. What are some of your savings tips?

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Restaurants charging fee for bread, water

May 1, 2009 by frugalista 2 Comments divider image

Gracious! I wanted to alert you to a trend going on in the restaurant industry: fees for formerly free snacks and food. Some restaurants are charging $3 for bread or $2 for butter. WTH?!! I'm shocked and outraged. I rarely eat restaurant bread, but I'm still vexed that an establishment would charge. Have you noticed [...]

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