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Drama, Drama, Drama......

Who would have ever thought that Couponing would cause so much drama?? This new addiction has turned some peoples lives into real life soap operas. Social media has allowed anyone and everyone to be jerks (pardon my french) in online forums without hesitation. People have become braver confronting others with speaking their minds simply cause they know they will never meet face to face.

No, no one has confronted me, this is not why I am writing this. I observe a lot of other sites, pages and groups on facebook, and come to realize peoples "True" colors. Its sad really. Things that they may say in a comment or a post, they would never dream of saying to someone face to face. I find that I get a lot of people questioning "what are good ethics?". To me, it is all about common sense...if it seems wrong, feels wrong...its probably wrong. Don't do it! Popular bloggers out there are promoting poor ethics, making their behavior popular, thereby dragging innocent people through a dangerous course of cheating the system, and risking getting caught by store employees.....and they have no idea what they are doing is wrong....this to me is sickening.

Now...dare I comment on these blogs, pages or walls??? NO! Why the hell not? you may ask...well...I hate drama. One single comment that I make, can turn into days and days of bickering with someone I don't know, have never met, and have no interest in ever getting to know. People will utter threats of Lawyer action if such and such comments are not removed...Really??!! Seriously??!! We are talking about coupons, and when someone tries to correct someone elses misinformation...we have to go to court?? No thanks...I will let it be. Its really not worth my time or effort. All I want to do is help people, inform them of how to do things the right way, and teach them how to work WITH the system..not go around it.

People are using social media to let out their frustrations, and their inner most thoughts and feelings (such as I am doing now). But attacking any certain individual is cruel. Plastering their name all over the Internet should be shamed upon...but people love drama. I have heard of women bawling their eyes out because of an attack made upon them by a person they don't even know. How is this right? Its not...

People of all ages are so engrossed in the Internet and all it has to offer, which is great! To a point. The Internet is a great tool to gather information on millions of topics.....when it affects your self esteem, its time to stop and take a look at what is really important in life. What in the real world makes you happy? What would you do with your time if you had no Internet? (god forbid! lol)....

I dunno...If you wanna see peoples true colors just read their posts and how they are treating others. Personally, I just want to make friends, be happy, save a tonne of money doing it along the way.

Rant over.....

I'm Back!!

Hello Everyone!

Well it certainly has been a while since I made a post, busy with family, and all that life has to offer I guess. But, now I am back to business :)

As most of you all know, I am the creator of the facebook group Canadian Coupons. It is a place to learn all about couponing, share your experiences, and deals that you are finding. The group has now grown to over 1400 members, from just 500 in August. Its is amazing. As a group we have participated in a number of RACKS (random acts of coupon kindness) where we send others envelopes of coupons "just because". It is so much fun, and feels so good to help others who are new or are in need. The biggest RACK that we did was just about a month ago. We had over 100 people send one member coupons & cards just because she needed a little pick me up. Boy oh Boy was she ever surprised :) Could you imagine getting 100 envelopes & cards in the mail from people you don't even know?? Love it!

Now with Christmas just over a month away, I am hosting another  Christmas Coupon Binder Giveaway on Facebook. The draw will be on December 1st. Go to the event page to enter for the draw. This is for a zippered, organized coupon binder that will be stuffed full of coupons that someone will be able to use for Christmas grocery shopping.

Money is tight for most at this time of year. For family and friends, I am trying to use my Couponing expertise to its fullest, and create gift baskets for the people that I care for. I plan to be making Caramel Corn, banana breads, and other tasty treats. I am finding soo many great ideas on Pinterest, this site is amazing! Its my new addiction.

What are you doing to save money this year for Christmas? Would LOVE to hear what you are all doing, and your ideas :)

Anyways, I'm Back :) More blogging to come :)

Cheers!!!! ~ Jackie ~