Cheap and Cheerful Cooking: Smoky Corn on the Cob

Corn on the cob was 6 for $.96 at my local Safeway this week. A summer side dish doesn't get much cheaper than that!

Here's a tip from the Food Network to kick your corn up a notch:

Peel back the husks from the corn and remove the silk. Butter the kernels and sprinkle with salt and smoked paprika. Fold the husks back over the corn and grill over low heat until cooked through, turning occasionally, 12 to 15 minutes.

Yummy. And under $1 for six servings.

Favorite Things: Crystal Light Pure Fitness Water

My free sample of Crystal Light Pure Fitness Water from Vocalpoint could not have arrived on a better day. I was so hot and thirsty when I opened the package that I tried two of the three flavors they sent -- Lemon Lime and Strawberry Kiwi. Yum. And yum. I am already a big water drinker but I will be buying more of these flavors for sure. The single serve packages are perfect for tossing in our cooler for our trips to the pool. Hey, I've also got two $2 off coupons to share with two people who comment.

Cheap and Cheerful Chatter: Do you use Priceline?

Do you use Priceline? Maybe it was "beginner's luck" but I just scored a great hotel in San Francisco's Union Square for only $90 per night. Sweet. Can you hear the cable car now?
I'd love to know your Priceline (or other hotel consolidator) success stories.

Cheap and Cheerful wants to know: Where do you find great online hotel bargains?

Deal of the Day: Pottery Barn Kids 4th of July Merchandise

PBK has already added some red, white, and blue merchandise to its Sale page. You can stock up on Americana party supplies for next year. Plus, who says red, white, and blue is just for holidays?

Money Mantra: Build a "Fun Fund"

How do you build a "Fun Fund"? It's easy. Save money when purchasing your essentials and roll that cash into your "Fun Fund". Using coupons at the grocery store might save you $15 a week. In just two weeks time, you'd have enough money for a pedicure without dipping into another category of your budget. Those sassy new sandals you have your eye on? Plan a use up the food in your pantry week and pocket the $25 dollars you didn't have to give to cashier at Safeway. See, saving money can be fun!

Cheap and Cheerful wants to know: How do you build your "Fun Fund"?

Deal of the Day: Old Navy 30% off sale

Today is the final day for the Old Navy 30% off sale. This deal is both online and in stores. The online code is ONBIG30. It just might be a great time for some school uniform shopping or a little retail therapy for yourself. If you grabbed some great deals, please share your finds!

Favorite Things: Duck for President

This is one of my all time favorite books to read with my kids. Plus, it is 60% off! If you like funny, well illustrated books, you will love this story about a little duck with big ambitions!