Why do you use coupons?

Why do you use coupons and shop the sales?

What motivates you to go the extra effort to save as much as you do?

Please share your stories in the comments section on this post about how couponing has helped you get through tough times, save for your kids' college, stash some extra away for retirement, pay off debt, go on vacation or simply put food on the table each week.

Basically, what has couponing and smart grocery shopping done for you?

Sometimes we all need a little extra motivation to keep up with couponing and I am willing to bet that many of your stories will be very motivating. Plus, we have a number of new couponers from recent classes here on the blog. I think it would be helpful for them to see how your smart shopping efforts have paid off and allowed you to make ends meet. Thank you in advance for sharing them!

I'm also working on a video series about the impact couponing and smart shopping has had on those of us who make the extra effort. If you are willing to chat with me about your story, please send me an e-mail at faye@smartspendingresources.com .