Well I just completed my first pre-order at Kroger

I have 3 items I need a large amount of. If I told you what they were then I would have no chance of getting any!

I say that because in my area we have shelf clearers and I do not want to chance having let these coupons expire.

The items I hope to get are to donate because they are FREE and others my sister use tons of!

So here is how my Pre-Order went. I first called on Sunday and they told me to call back on Monday that they take orders Monday- Friday.

I am so excited because I can’t type fast enough. Well I called back first thing Monday morning and because all the items were in different departments I had to be sent back to customer service to be transferred to the next department.

Each department was very nice to work with. I gave them my name and number to be reached and how many items of that product I needed. They even gave me the information when the truck comes in and when they take flats to the floor and asked if I would liked to be called when they pull my order out.

Of course I said YES I want to be called and they even offered to pull the products to the front for me and set the to the side so I was so excited.

Here is a tid bit I told them on one of the items that many people will be coming for these so I gave them the number I need personally and suggested they order more for others who probably will not pre-order, The guy did laugh but he said he understood and assured me he was ordering several times more than what I need.

So there you have it. It was a pretty pleasant phone call and only took about 10 mins. for 3 departments.

Have you ever pre-ordered before? I have called before for a few particular items but this is the first major one I did.

So here are my 3 tips on how to get new followers to your site.

Promote, Promote, Promote.

So how do you promote? Be vigilant to get the word out.

1. Take Good pictures and entice people to drool. It does not have to be food pictures it can be something silly your kids did or something you created like handmade cards. Great pictures get anybody talking. Leave a link to your site you will be surprised how many will want to click and know more. Be sure to share your pictures on Instagram, Facebook and Pinterest. Fore example my post on Turkey Vegetable Tray

2. Write enticing headlines. Use words or acronyms like “OMG! Did you see this?” Show excitement and your posts will be viewed and shared.

3. Ask questions. We like to answer questions and so does your fans. Be sure to reply back to those who answer the more you communicate to fans the more others will see that and want to join in and even share your posts.

Bonus. Give step by step instructions on how to do a project. Link to other projects you have done and given tutorial on them. Fans like to learn how easy and simple things can be done for example How to Make a Pirate Treasure Chest Pinata

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Having to start all over from nothing, this will be a huge challenge!

A quick summary; We have always struggled financially but we got hit hard in 2013 when one thing after another happened along with our poor choices. We ended up moving in with family, giving away, tossing or selling almost every belonging we had.

We have over the course of the past year gotten jobs, paid of credit card debt, closed out accounts with the exception of student loans. We are now in a position to start over. Thankfully we did not have to file for bankruptcy but it sure felt like we hit rock bottom.

Below is our family journey to starting over. It’s rough and very hard, but we are pushing through it and will make better choices. We are very grateful we have a second chance to start over.

1. Setting a goal – Don’t know where we are going yet, but we can start preparing now. What do I mean. We don’t have a place to live yet because that is several months off in the distance but what we can do as we start setting money aside for our new place we can set goals. As I started thinking of how are we going to set out as a family on our own, we need the very basics. I know we will have help and support from friends and family but we need to rely on ourselves to set goals and making frugal habits.

As I sat down with my notebook and jotting down lists I got so excited about the possibility of moving in a few months. Well things happen right? Yup they sure do. I started having visual problems and for the first time in 7 years I finally got insurance, its not the greatest but has enabled me to see an optometrist and yes you guessed it, I need glasses. Spending a lot of time on a computer will deteriorate your eye sight. So what does this mean to my excitement just a week earlier looks like my projected plan is now pushed back a few weeks.

More to happen! Hubby is right, we need to look at replacing our car. So I had to do some homework as to what we can afford and to pay it off before we move out on our own. I had to call our insurance to get a quote on adding another vehicle. Remember we will be adding to our fuel costs as well plus maintenance, taxes and registration. So this now puts up back at least another three months from my original expected moving date. So my advice, set your goal loosy and DO NOT get worked up if you have to readjust constantly. It’s OK we will work towards our goal and if it takes us even longer than that is what will happen. Things will come up and happen, be flexible and adjust accordingly.

2. New to us Car. Our first goal is to get a new to us car that will last a minimum of 2 years. So I am giving you what I am looking for because I am being realistic and upfront. We are struggling and so here is what we need. A car that is under 5K, that is the max I want to spend. I want a 2005 or newer with 100K or less mileage. Has to be a sedan because fuel cost may be low right now but they will eventually increase and because this is a second vehicle for awhile until our current one dies on us we need to think about costs. I know its a tall order but I know God will provide for us and we will get what we need. Yes we are expecting a refund from taxes and have already filed. Yes we are using a portion of it for schooling and a large portion for a vehicle. We plan on putting $2500 into the vehicle as a down payment giving us 2500 to pay in a few months. Because of our jobs and housing situation we can theoretically pay this amount off in 4 months. That is our goal as of right now but remember things happen so it may take us 6-8 months to pay it. Lets hope not!

3. Making a list of every Basic need. Yes it may seem silly, but once you start thinking and writing, the list becomes long. Yes I know toothbrush, toothpaste, toilet paper and something to cook with are essential, but remember I have 3 children and they require a few more basic needs. Because we are not pressed for a certain time, we can take the time to prepare for 1 years worth of basic needs and expand our list. Also we aren’t trying to rely on the help of others, its nice but we as a family need to take responsibility and make the frugal habits now, so we don’t find ourselves in the same situation we have been in. It helps if you visually picture in your mind walking from one room to the next while making your list of basic needs. Start with the kitchen. Move on to the Living Room, Bathroom, Laundry Room and bedrooms. Don’t forget to list items needed for outdoors, like a hose, lawn mover, etc.

4. Price checking online and in store. Now that you have your list of basic needs it is time to be realistic and write out the price of each item. Shop around what may be cheap at Wal-mart may be even cheaper at Dollar Tree or even Walgreens. Double check prices online such as Amazon or even grocery stores. You need to be flexible and not too picky. Yes starting over does give you a chance to decide colors, themes and patterns of items you want but you also need to be frugal minded. For example, when I was at Wal-mart making my first purchases I found pink ice cream scoops, spatulas and more. They were part of the College back to school selection but everything was priced at a $1. This is what I was planning on spending at Dollar Tree for the same items. So I was like “Yes” because I like zebra print and with pink accent to the black and white, I can have a relatively cheap decorative kitchen that is my style. See you can have fun and be imaginative and create your style without spending a ton of money.

Check out Frugal Fresh Start Week 2 – Getting Organized

Topic: Frugal Fresh Start Week 1 – Starting with the Basics

Do you need something simple and easy to carry that you can hand over to a child while you wait in line or going up and down the grocery isle, or while you travel short distances? Then this easy to make Writing Wallet on the go is the thing you need.

I simply used my old Wallet. I don’t carry a wallet anymore so this was perfect to use.

What you Need:

– Old Wallet with pockets (More pockets the better)

– Different patterns of paper

– Pens or Pencils

– Stickers

How to Make:

1. Cut different pattern paper the size of wallet cards. Insert them into the wallet.

2. Add some stickers to on of the pockets.

3. Add some color pencils or pens to another pocket or if you have the pen holder you can use that.

That is it! You are done!

This will not occupy your children very long but it will be enough minutes to collect your thoughts and get a couple things done!