Welcome to Shopahol*c!

I love to shop. I don't just love it, I live for it.

I am blessed with 3 children that I get a kick out of dressing up and shopping for, a home large enough to let me stockpile as much as I'd like (oh do I love dressing my house, too!), and a loving husband who not only allows me the time to go shopping - he happily helps me clip coupons and watches the children while I do it!

Yes, it is heavenly, and I don't take it for granted. Everyone is well taken care of with little treats and extras and of course, mom-time. I could not do the things I love to do without the loving support of my entire family.

I decided to start at ground zero. I have not stockpiled since we moved into this house (2007) and have not actively used coupons since 2005. I started both again officially on Jan 1, 2009 as my youngest started preschool and freed up large blocks of time for me.

So far - pictures are coming soon! - I have spent less than $150 and have saved almost $2500! That's a savings of 94%.

Feel free to check back often for tips on how to do it; to see what I've stocked; or to see if I've gone insane yet (I hear the odds are 4-1 on Feb 1st).

Above all, please feel free to comment with suggestions, corrections, or your own experiences. I love reading about other's deals and seeing all the new bright and shiny stuff!