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I love coupons.
I think I inherited it from my Nanu.
When we were younger, all of the kids would sleepily stumble into the kitchen on Sunday mornings to find Nanu at the kitchen table, already dressed for the day. On one side of him, he’d have the Sunday comics folded up for the first grandkid that came downstairs and grabbed ’em. On the other side of him, he’d have a neatly stacked pile of coupons that he had cut out for our shopping trip later that week.
(Nanu skimming the newspaper in the 1980s)
There is a certain kind of thrill that comes along with saving money on an otherwise expensive product.
So much has changed between then and now.
We don’t have to wait until the newspaper shows up to see what is on sale at the grocery store. We don’t need to have a pair of scissors in the drawer, ready to cut out coupons. Everything is accessible online. From our computers and from our phones.
So much has changed between then and now. But the feeling remains the same.
That feeling of surprising someone you love with a gift.
A gift that didn’t break the bank because you skillfully used a coupon.
Last week, Ankur and I sat down to look at wedding bands together. Because our engagement party turned into a wedding overnight, we didn’t have wedding bands to exchange the day of. After we got married, we shipped off to Tennessee so he could start medical school and the financial pressures of buying a ring just didn’t make sense with everything else we had to pay for.
So, now, as we are approaching our 6-month wedding anniversary, we thought we’d start browsing online for some affordable rings. We wanted something inexpensive – but also something long-lasting and tasteful – so we decided to check out Groupon Coupons. Blue Nile, the online retailer that Ankur purchased my engagement ring from, was offering a huge discount on some of their wedding bands using a Groupon Coupon code. And, after researching a few other websites to compare costs, we knew that Blue Nile was, once again, our best option because of the discount that Groupon Coupons provided.
No scissors.
No newspapers.
Just a few clicks and my wedding band – that ended up being extremely affordable – was on it’s way to my front door. While I will never forget the days of cutting out coupons from the paper, I’m definitely on board with this more advanced way of “coupon-ing.” It offers consumers a wide variety of discounts and the ability to buy from well-known stores – something we were unable to do back in the day.
I wasn’t sure when – if ever! – I’d be able to wear a wedding ring, but because of Groupon Coupons I will proudly be able to display a symbol of our marriage on my finger forever.
My Nanu would be so proud.
Questions of the Day:
- Are you a coupon-cutter?
- Have you used Groupon Coupons?
- What was the best deal you’ve ever gotten?
Additional Coupon Links Used:
- Discounts at Wine.com! To celebrate the new ring!
- Discounts at Bebe! To celebrate the fancy outfit for our dinner date!
I still don’t have a smartphone so I miss out on so many savings. One day I will leave the stone age and join the rest of the world. Until then, I clip whenever I can get my hands on a coupon insert.
Your life must be pathetic.
No, the lack of a smartphone to get deals does not make my life pathetic. I actually have a great life that is fulfilling.
I just love coupons, I remember how excited I got when I was gifted about four coupons from one of my favorite stores last year after winning a competition!
So true! I always check retailmenot.com before I click buy on anything online. Many times there will be a coupon I can use. Enjoy your ring!
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I remember in early 90’s pampers coupons used be big thing. We would ask our friends to give us their diapers coupons if they were not using them. I remember mailing coupons to my friends too. Technology has changed a lot. Everything is on your finger tips.
I try and use coupons when ever I can. Sites like groupon make life so easy and convenient. Gone are the days of having to wait for the newspaper and clip them.
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I have had the pleasure of saving a lot of money with Groupon coupons. They work so well.
I love a great deal. Groupon has saved me lots of money in the past! I purchase deals on massages and spa days. Yay!
Like your Nanu, my mom used to cut out coupons also – times have definitely changed! No sense in paying more for something if you can get a discount – even on an engagement ring. 😉
Thanks Sab Ka Nanu, yours legacy continues!! Money saved as it is said is money earned and thats still holds true!! Love you both Divi and Ankur!! Can’t wait to see you in December!!
I love saving money, mostly because I’m cheap I think thats something being poor teaches you, the value of money. I am not poor now but those habit stick. I love Groupon ans all the other apps, living social is another one you might want to check out.
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I love to shop on Groupon!!! They have so many amazing things to buy and great deals too!
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Groupon is so great. We use it all the time and it ha saved us so much money!
I used to use Groupon a lot especially to save money on vacations. I don’t know why I stopped checking the site, but plan to start again.
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I’ve used a Groupon once to get some laser hair removal done, now I seem to get them all the time! I really like my grocery store, Smith’s Marketplace (Utah), because they’ll send me coupons for the stuff that I already buy. It’s nice.
Groupon has some of the best deals going! I am not a coupon cutter but since I can now download them from the net—of course, just like when I used to try to clip them from newspapers–O tend to forget what I have loaded on that grocery card.
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Omg I just love groupon!!!!! Ive been hooked on it for years. Im always finding killer deals on the site.
I’m a HUGE fan of Groupon Coupons! Saving really can’t get any easier! Excited for your ring to arrive 🙂
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Yay! for the Groupon discount on your wedding rings.
I have never used Groupon coupons but a dear friend of mine has treated me to many deals like cooking classes, painting classes and even lunch discounts with Groupon deals.
Thanks Bestie in case you reading this blog tonight.
The only coupon that I use are the 20% and $5 coupons from Bed Bath and Beyond and they sure make a big difference.
Congrats on your 6 month anniversary coming soon.
Groupon Coupons is a really great site to be a part of. Glad you shared this so others can take advantage of it!
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I cut, print, and use digital coupons, and you are so right about being able to give little surprises! I wouldn’t be able to without them. I am new to Groupon, but I have already made several purchases. You can find anything you are looking for (or weren’t looking for and got) on it! Thank you for sharing, your Nanu taught you something priceless:)
I’ve never been a coupon cutter. I usually wait until I get to the counter when shopping and pull up retail me not or my email! If it’s not there then it wasn’t meant to be lol
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Groupon has definitely been a game-changer. We’ve gotten to experience so many great restaurants and activities thanks to them.
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I am not a coupon cutter at all and in Canada we rarely get them. However, I did get some awesome yoga passes on Groupon for dirt cheap. That made me happy.
I love groupon and just managed to book a nice weekend getaway to Milan next weekend best deal ever
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Glad to got to enjoy those coupons! I wish we have those here in Manila were coupons could give you huge benefits
I had never heard of groupon coupons until a few months ago! Sounds like an awesome way to shop. Here is Norway coupons aren’t really that big of a deal and aren’t used that much.
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I have never used groupon coupons and wonder if they have them here, will need to go online and check. SO glad you were able to find a ring and it doesn’t matter that you got it a little later, was probably meant to be!
Coupining has a definitely evolved and it’s good news for everyone who has been using it for years! There are more sources for coupons aside from newspapers and magazines which is awesome. I love groupon as well, I’ve saved so much because of their services.
I love Groupon and at times, one can find some great deals! The best deal I got from Groupon was 30% discount on my first skydiving at Skydive city.
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I have never really been a coupon cutter but I love how others are able to save a lot of money due to clipping coupons. Congrats on being newlyweds.
I love coupons too.
ONLINE more than offline.It’s a great way to get good deals.Congratulations on your month anniversary. Enjoy.Best wishes to your hubby for starting medical school.
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Groupon will play a huge role for me this Holiday season! Especially since I don’t mind saving while shopping for gifts. They have a lot of awesome products and at a good price too.
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I love Groupon so much & have been using their coupons for long as they come up with some great deals that helps in saving money. I almost step in every day to find the best deals you need & I make the best use of it with my grocery shopping and kids items!
I love coupons too but I moved to the country and don’ t use them much anymore. I need to do more online deals.
Yeah! Groupon Goods is a great way of buying things at discounted prices. (I’ll be doing a post on it next week!)
I love Groupons, especially the limited time special deals that they launch every now and then. Last time I could secure an exclusive deal on a few hotel bookings!
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