I don’t care about losing all the money. It’s losing all the stuff. “Marie” (Bernadette Peters) in the film classic, “The Jerk” 1979
As I expand my Life Rants, readers will see that I have an ongoing Love for the Stuff. But making typical transactions is not what brings me this true joy. Over the years, I have a I have learned that a good coupon, being an educated consumer and my understanding of my personal needs and esthetic has brought my purchases and acquisitions to the next level in fulfillment.
I have worked long enough and hard enough in my life do afford most anything I might want to purchase with cash. This luxury, however, is not what accounts for the deep satisfaction when I use multiple coupons and my ongoing consumer “research” allows me to know when I have gotten the best end of the deal! when I have purchase and in finding special and unique items and taking advantage of coupons.
There is definitely something in my DNA that permits me to spot and take advantage of consumer offers and deals, but I am forever amazed by the long-lasting satisfaction I get from using these products and services after the transaction is complete.
For example, today I was able guarentee myself smooth shaven legs for the summer- for free! I waited to use a $2 off coupon for my favorite disposible razors (BIC Soleil for Women with Sensitive Skin) so I could combine it with the Long’s Drugs mail in rebate of $2. My total for this item will be $0 and I will feel pride EVERY TIME I shave my legs. 
As a seasoned marketer and consumer, I can easily predict general selling and purchase cycles for many consumer products. This learned and natural knowledge allows me to strike at the right time.
And when the value timing connects with my personal needs…. wow whee.
