Hello again,
I am so sorry for not updating you all sooner on what the heck is going on!!! Yesterday was very crazy-- to say the least! I have NO clue when my blog is going to be unlocked and honestly, it could be days. I am working with an amazing web design team on getting my site switched over to Wordpress. I'm not sure exactly when we'll be able to launch the new site... I will try to update you all later this weekend.
I always, always try to see the good in what life throws my way and this time it's NO different! What has happened is definitely a blessing in disguise and in a few days (hopefully) I'll show you exactly what I mean!
Side note, the support I have from my readers is amazing! On Friday night, when my site locked up, I felt like, well, really depressed... that is until I started reading all your emails! WOW! You all have helped me realize why I have chosen to blog! I absolutely LOVE what I do because of all of you! Thank you so much!
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Collin, we love you!!!! I just hope you can save all your old work, you have put so much time & energy into it... If you are bored (Ha!)... you check out my personal Blog, inspired by you!
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I hope you haven't gone too crazy and have gotten a little break! You deserve some serious R & R! Have a great weekend and don't worry about us, we'll manage somehow! :)
ReplyDelete*Hugs*
p.s. Can't wait to see the new site!!! I mean, I can wait. I don't NEED it... Oh, yes I do! NO! I will be patiently waiting...
I thought my google reader was too quiet yesterday! You were missed!!!
ReplyDeleteHopefully all of this will be worked out soon!!! I admire your positive outlook!
Collin, one door closes another will open!!! You have me hooked and honestly, I felt depressed too when I just got the blogger screen. I felt empty inside!! this break will give us all time to reorganize and catch up so when your new site is up and running... We will all be ready to go!!!! Your doing great! Have faith! ~Amiah (Savinmomof2)
ReplyDeleteKeep up the good work....we will wait!!!
ReplyDeleteCannot wait til your back...I don't know what to do with this extra time now that I am not checking your blog every few minutes...BTW Just got my bag in from Women Within!!!! Love it! It has been my first score since following your Blog!!! Thanks Collin!!!!
ReplyDeleteCollin, you are so amazing with your positive outlook. My addiciton can wait...lol. I will just keep posting to my own site a hundred times a day. I miss you and the site. Have a Happy Holidays if we don't see the new site before then. I am so excited to see it.
ReplyDeleteGod just decided you needed a break! And he probably decided all us addicted to your blog needed a break too.
ReplyDeleteThere was a life before couponing (although I hate to admit it)... everyone will survive till you get back up. :)
YEA!!!!!!!!! We found you!!!!!! You were topic of conversation between all of my coupon buddies!! We were ALL freakin out!!! Hate that happened but.... very glad that you are gonna be back to help us!! I have no idea how we would survive our addiction without a hip2save fix!!! Thanks so much for all you do.....
ReplyDeleteI almost had a panic attack when I saw your blog was missing. WHAT?!?!?! I couldn't imagine what had happened! Your dilemma is understood... do what you need to do and we will all be waiting excitedly for the new and improved "Hip"!
ReplyDeleteI miss you... I am lost without your blog :(
ReplyDeleteI thought that I was not addicted to your site until it was down! I am addicted, now I know. However, we love you and you thank you for all you do. You have changed my life and help me save some money!! Have a Merry Christmas
ReplyDeleteWe totally love you! You've changed my life so much. I've always wanted to shop/ live this way but never had the tools to do it. Your dedication to this have improved mine and my families lives tremendously! Merry Christmas Collin!!
ReplyDeleteMy sister and I are missing hip2save terribly! But we are being patient and are excited to see the new site! Hope you are getting a nice break and are not too stressed out. We will patiently wait for your site to be back up.
ReplyDeleteYour faithful Fans,
Hyedi and Belle
Thanks for the update! Somehow I will survive without hip2save.com...I don't know how but I will get through until you are up and running. :-)
ReplyDeleteOn a side note I won one of the Lean Cuisine free lunch fridays! I got my 7 coupons for free Lean Cuisines yesterday in the mail!!! Thank you Collin I wouldn't have won without your blog!
Merry Christmas!!
Amy
Thanks for all your hardwork and effort that go into your blog everday. It has become part of my daily life! Good luck, I am sure the timing isn' the greatest, but your new site will be amazing! I cannot wait to see it.
ReplyDeleteTHANK YOU!
Thanks for the continued updates!
ReplyDeleteGlad you are back 'online' no matter where you are. I needed my fix!!!!
ReplyDeleteWe love you Collin! And would follow you anywhere. ;)
ReplyDeleteI have realized how much I rely on your website. I must check is constantly because I really miss you. You always have such great ideas and inside clues. Can't wait to see you up and running. Happy Holidays.
ReplyDeleteDefinitely a blessing in disguise...
ReplyDeleteIts all God's plan!
Can't wait to see the new site.
Enjoy your weekend...
I found you!! I was so sad when I got the message saying your blog was not there. Can't wait to see u again on your new platform. You r awesome! I get so excited telling my husband about all the good deals I get thanks to your blog. You are blessing to me and my family!
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to see the new and improved blog. Thanks for all that you do for us money saving fanatics!
ReplyDeleteI was also worried. I googled you and low and behold I found you. whewwww.
ReplyDeleteI hope you get everything set up okay.
Janell
we love you and will wait patiently for the new and improved Hip 2 save! Everything that happens to us, happens for a reason - embrace that! Enjoy this time to be with your family.
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas!
"Absence makes the heart grow fonder"
ReplyDeleteI miss you and your wonderful site, it's what gets me going! But I know you will bounce back from this. So take some time out for yourself in these next few days and we will all look forward to your new reveal!
Can we pursue legal action against Blogger? I am a new junkie to Collin's site and I am suffering greatly (I'm only half kidding) by not being able to snag awesome deals and freebies. Seriously, this should be illegal. sigh..........
ReplyDeleteThanks for all you do Collin! We miss you!
You are amazing! It will all work out, I love that you are looking for the good in this! Way to go!! :)
ReplyDeleteThere is a particular pay site that my MIL pays every year for; yet Collin regularly scoops her on deals and info. Agreed that some ninny thought they had to tattle. Why do the ninnies always have to cry and run go tell? Why do they hate America? lol
ReplyDeleteJust a tip, I think that the Thesis theme for Wordpress is great. I use it on my site and have never had problems with it.
ReplyDeleteCollin, You're so wonderful to be doing this whole blog thing. I for one could never do this, but you are soooo awesome for taking the time to find AMAZING deals to share with everyone! I hope that things get back up and running soon. I absolutely love, love, love your site!! I am missing the site!
ReplyDeleteCasandra
I was so upset yesterday morning too!!! But now I am very Excited. I cant wait for the new site..
ReplyDeletecoupon864 - I started going through withdrawal when I could not find your site. You have helped me give my family a great Christmas wonderful meals with your savings information. I am looking forward to seeing your new site.
ReplyDeleteI'm really missing you and your site -- but I guess it's sort of like when SuperNanny leaves for a few days after showing the family better ways of parenting: we are all going to go out there into the Big Scary Stores ON OUR OWN, coupon binders and ads in hand, and find out how much we've learned from you, and what we still need help with :O)
ReplyDeleteI felt like I had lost a good friend when I couldn't find your blog yesterday. So glad to find you again!
ReplyDeleteThanks for keeping us posted... and thanks for taking care of all of us :) you're a great couponing mentor!
ReplyDeleteI feel like lost without Collin. I am become a Collin blog stalker! LOL! I cannot wait to see the new site! YEAH!!!!
ReplyDeleteHurry back !
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Several people at my work and I use your site RELIGIOUSLY....we are all lost today without you. I am so excited for your new site! You and your site have changed my life since I started following you 2 months ago! ;)
ReplyDeleteInspired me to write my own blog...not about walgreens and cvs but ways to make money...like the online offers...already made $2500 check it out
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I am totally lost without your blog...I look so forward to the wonderful deals that you post and I am anxiously awaiting the arrival of your new site! Take Care!
ReplyDeleteI can't imagine any of your readers are really needing great deals for Christmas presents right now! You helped me find so many great things in the last couple of months, that I've been done for weeks, and in the last few days I have had to stop myself several times from clicking the submit order button in Amazon's cart due after reading about even more great finds on your blog! So maybe your blog being down for a couple days is a blessing for ME not to keep spending! Ha ha! I'm excited to see your new site, but enjoy your Christmas week with your family!
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see what your design team comes up with!!! Your blog is wonderful & SOOOO worth the wait!!! You've always got the best info!
ReplyDeletei am so glad to hear you are getting your own server. now you won't have to worry about this happening again. although we all really miss your blog already, please take your take, we will survive, somehow.
ReplyDeletewhoops, meant to type "take your time"
ReplyDeleteIn the meantime come and see all the great deals on www.thethriftyspender.com!
ReplyDeleteI'm definitely going through withdrawls ;) I got my dress from eShakti the other day and I can't wait to wear it for Christmas! It's beautiful and I never would have found their website or ordered it without you. My hubbys jaw is gonna hit the floor when he see's me in it!
ReplyDeleteHang tight and enjoy the holidays Collin. Your blog readers love you and will be waiting. Most sites would lose membership, but yours are loyal to the core. I know I am definitely going through withdrawl! This group is awesome! I cannot wait for the new site! Remember we can still watch Collin on YouTube!
ReplyDeleteBig thumbs up for getting your own site Collin! I'm sure you thought about it a lot before, but maybe this is the push you needed to just go ahead and do it. What a great way to start the new year!!!!
ReplyDeletesorry didn't mean to sound like a psychologist!!!..it just comes naturally i guess.. hehehe
ReplyDeletei miss your blog collin! hope everything goes well with you. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Colin! I'm looking forward to the new site! We love ya girlie!
ReplyDeleteTami
All I can say is THANKS for everything you do! Your blog is definitely the BEST! Thanks for putting so much work into it, we all appreciate what you do.
ReplyDeleteCollin, You are my favorite blog. I have only been following you for a short time, but boy have I saved money! I am the mother a a 4 year old and enjoy the DVD and toy deals tremendously. I am also loyal to Viva paper towels, so those coupons are always a hit. Thanks for all of your hard work. Enjoy the temporary break, if that is possible.
ReplyDeleteCollin: hang in there! you rock...we love you and all you give for us(who you don't know!) to help our budget:) press on! praying for you!!!
ReplyDeleteI miss your blog! My husband thought I was crazy when I freaked cause I couldn't access it.
ReplyDeleteI look forward to the new and improved blog! Happy Holidays! :)
As much as I love your blog I have to admit not going all that often because it locks up my computer - and I have a Mac, so that is really unusual. I am hoping the move will clear that up and I can check in more often
ReplyDeleteI am depressed without your blog....I check it at minimum 10-15 times a day....NO EXAGGERATION!!!! While yes I have been checking other blogs for good deals none of them are as exciting to read as yours!!!! It is your positive attitude and the EXCITEMENT we feel from you that gets us EXCITED about saving money!!!!! My husband loves seeing me log on, take mental notes, gather my coupons and head at the door. HE WAS NEVER excited to see me head out the door to go shopping before!!!!
ReplyDeleteYou are sooooooooooooo worth the wait and I am sure there are bigger better things to come!!!!!!
Gosh, nothing compares to your blog!!
ReplyDeleteWe miss you and cant wait for you new site!
You go girl!
ReplyDeleteWe appriciate you so much, don't stress out. I am looking every day at you site, I know that know, when I check my e-mails then I check your site I didn't realize that til know.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for helping us save monney in this difficult times. I both already some nice gifts for very cheap and all because of YOU.
Merry Christmas.
Thank You
Collin, can't wait til you're back up! Don't worry - your loyal readers will always be here!
ReplyDeleteSo glad that we found you...I'm glad I remembered your sister's site and that is where I finally figured out where you were :)
ReplyDeleteI just found you! I kept thinking something was wrong with my computer! Maybe this can turn into a little Christmas break for you! Merry Christmas and thanks for all you do!
ReplyDeletei kept running a search on you and finally found the twitter status - was relieved to finaly a post on what happened - your blog is so much to read while drinking my morning java. look forward to your new location.
ReplyDeleteCan't wait! I look forward to it! Thanks for all your hard work!
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see the new blog! You have helped me save money in so many ways and look forward to the future for saving more.
ReplyDeleteColin, We are all behind you and understand the frustrations of the tech world. Keep the spirits up and we will hang in there.
ReplyDeleteLisa
Can't wait to see your new site!
ReplyDeleteJust want to let everyone know there is also some good deals to be had on Sephora today. See my last post for the details if you are interested.
So Sorry about this inconvenience, But I am having Withdrawals symptoms, there is no other site that can compares to your, I check, Hurry back, Miss you.
ReplyDeleteTornia
Really appreciate your honesty in letting us know what is happening. Miss the site - check back twice day or more but looking forward to the new look filled with surprises! Thanks for all that you do!
ReplyDeleteAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHH - I was lost for a day. I thought something happened to you. Thank goodness I found you again. I check your site several times a day to find specials and freebees. Thanks so much for all you info.
ReplyDeleteI kept telling myself I wasn't addicted...UNTIL I couldn't find your site! I panicked and started searching, Thank you for keeping us all informed...I can't wait to see your new page! Tis the season to be jolly :) God Bless
ReplyDeleteI still can't believe Blogger did that to you. Crazy.
ReplyDeleteMaybe while the site is down, we can share some deals here? According to my local Target ad, Tinkerbelle Deluxe Set will be $19.99 tomorrow - time to use Collin's formula: the Target $5/1 off BlueRay & the Disney Rewards $10/1 - it will be $4.99!
ReplyDeleteCHECK OUT ALL THE DEALS FOR TARGET, CVS AND MORE AT
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Boo! to the blogspot people...I really miss you Collin...Cant wait for you to be back up and running!!
ReplyDeleteColin, never doubt that you are the BEST blogout there! I originally found you through another blog, and I checked a lot of others, but yours is definitely the one I check first, last and well in between as well and sometimes the only one I will look at! So never for a moment get depressed thinking we do not care or that your have lost your readership because it is not true! We were all just scrambling trying to find where you went. Those of us that have found you will certainly pass it along to those who are still searching for you so you will be back at your capacity before you know it! :D
ReplyDeleteLove ya and can't live with out ya!
Colin, I/we appreciate all that you do for us and this is no exception. I greatly appreciate your effort in getting your site back up and running! I look forward to going to your site everyday and - it's one of the little hightlights of my day, and I thank you for that. :) Merry Christmas!!1
ReplyDeletewow, i didnt realize how bad my obsession with your blog had gotten--every little break I get from the kids..whether its a nap, yo gabba gabba's on....I hop on the computer and you're the first site I go on....today was hard....come back soooooooooon
ReplyDelete*kelly*
I am so happy that I found your site! I missed your blog so much. I learned a lot about coupons, etc. You're an amazing woman! Thank you for your hard work. Happy holidays to you. :)
ReplyDeleteWe miss you big much !!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteI am so addicted to your blog and starting to go crazy! I love all the deals you find and have saved TONS!!! I have bought TONS, too, LOL!! Thanks for all you do, can't wait 'til you are up and going again.
ReplyDeleteHang in there my friend!!
ReplyDeletewas excited today while shopping at target!!! I got Air Wick Fresh Matic with motion sensor for $2.99!! normally 13.99 I believe and they were on price cut for $7.99 and in one of the papers i have had in the last month or so there was a 5 dollar off coupon so yeah... Collin I just want to say thank you thank you thank you!! you are a GOD Send!! I pray That HE will Bless you with something bigger and better with the site!!
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Hope all works out soon! I love your blog and visit it several times a day just to see what is available. This christmas has been tough with my husband and I out of work but you have helped me get gifts for not much of any out of pocket. Thanks!
ReplyDeletekelly
Can't wait to read your new blog !! now i wonder if i should switch to wordpress..humm...
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ReplyDeleteTarget has Betty Crocker cake mixes .78 each and other mixes such as the Cookie Mix at sale prices - there are Q's out there from the newspaper inserts the past few weeks to make these very inexpensive! Canned Del Monte veggies select assort. are still .50 a can. Tinkerbelle BluRay 19.99 also many others on sale. Boy, I am having withdrawls, I cannot wait for Collin's new blog...
ReplyDeleteYou go girl! Don't let this get you down. We are so thankful for you and your upbeat, positive attitude. Thank you for all you do and have a very Merry Christmas!
ReplyDeleteI am so happy to find you here today, Sunday 12/20. I keep going to the site but it never would redirect me anywhere!! I was in such serious DTs of my hip2save!!!! you do such a great job and you are part of my daily living!!Hope things are running soon!! Just glad I found you!!!
ReplyDeleteI cannot wait for your new website! Thank you soooooo much for all you do! Because of you I have finished my Christmas shopping (under budget) and credit card free!!!!!
ReplyDeleteYou truly are a God send!
Merry Christmas Collin!
I miss hip2save and can't wait for the new site. I know it will be wonderful. Thank you for all you do and Merry Christmas!
ReplyDeleteI miss you and your site! Have a Merry Christmas!
ReplyDeleteThanks for this update!!!! Can't wait till you're back in business, Im kinda going through withdrawal!
ReplyDeleteI miss your blog, I go there at least 10 times a day.....I need you......
ReplyDeleteAny new updates? Keep us posted Collin!
ReplyDeleteCollin,
ReplyDeleteI sure do miss your blog! I was lost without the RiteAid deals this weekend and I need my walmart updates. lol
Anyway, enjoy your rest from blogging, we all need it sometimes and God does work in misterious ways, and you probably needed to swap servers anyway!
I'm sorry blogger decided to suspend your blog, they did that to me one time said I was spamming! They did however give me my blog back.
Wishing you lots of luck with wordpress!
Huggies!
Sandra
SO glad I found you. I was seriously having Hip2Save withdrawls. Hope everything works out. I will keep looking for you everyday!!!!
ReplyDeleteJust wanted you to know that I really miss your blog and am anxiously awaiting it's return! I know it takes alot of effort and energy to keep up your blog and wanted you to know how much I appreciate all that you do! You have helped to save me money and have also enabled me quite a bit . . . but it's been for some great deals and bargains! Thank You Collin!!
ReplyDeleteI am sure it had something to do with signing up all those new email alerts. Probably thought you were spamming up. Little did they know we asked for it!! Good luck.
ReplyDeleteI miss your updates, but I'm sure it might be a bit of a refreshing break for you.....can't wait to see the new blog -- have a MERRY CHRISTMAS!!! :)
ReplyDeleteI miss your updates. I look forward to gettting on your site. I check it three times a day. You are awesome. I love you girl you have saved me so much money. I really appreciate you. I can't wait for your new site. Your follower forever your awesome. Have a Merry Christmas
ReplyDeletedoes anyone happen to remember what the olive oil deal was and whether or not it is still good?
ReplyDeleteThank God I found you! I didn't know what was going on. finally I had the idea to check your sister's site and she sent me here. So sorry to hear of your problems with blogger. bummer for us, but not such a bad time for you to be on break. Been getting tons of free batteries for stockings! Thanks for all you do! Merry Christmas!
ReplyDeleteI can't imagine what you're going thru. We're all so thrilled you'll be back up soon, though! Whereever it may be. Hang in there--we aren't leaving you.
ReplyDeleteMiss you Collin! I was freaking out when your blog showed as blogger not found! I'm glad I googled it so I know you are coming back. Can't wait till you're up and running again. I definitely appreciate you and as they say, absence makes the heart grow fonder!
ReplyDeleteI love your attitude. I hope this gives you some down time to enjoy the holidays with your lovely family. I know mine will be brighter because of you & the deals you helped me get for presents for my family. Merry Christmas & best wishes for a wonderful, bargain-filled New Year!
ReplyDeleteI wanted you to know that your site has been freezing up my computer also. Just sends it in a circle. I use FF on windows. This started about the time I sent you Fannie Mae code. Don't know when that was. I just love, love, love you and this was a lousy, already busy time for you I know.
ReplyDelete@Brittney and any others looking for the airwick deals,
ReplyDeletethey are on sale at Rite Aid this week for 50% off and they are normally priced at $12.99 and $13.99 ( depending on which ones you get) so combine that with the $5 off coupon from the 11/15 Smart source ( I believe that is the correct insert) and if you have multiples, if you can buy 3 you can use the $5 off $20 video values coupon to get the imotion ultra ( the large ones not the minis) for 3/$1. I am going shortly. :) Enjoy!
@ Robin,
ReplyDeleteat the last posting the olive oil deal was dead as they got so many requests that they had none left , although one person said she was able to call them and got the deal that way and yet another called and said she was told no, sooo.... who really knows? But they did say they were going to run it again in January so maybe Colin will be up and running by then and can post the deal for us again. :) Sorry I don't remember the site name just the comments. :(
Lolo,
ReplyDeleteso very happy to see you take the time to let me know the information you remembered. Thanks so much will watch closely in January to see if it gets posted. :)
Sorry you are gone, hope you come back soon! In the mean time you can catch some deals at
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Missing you. I hope you come back soon. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year
ReplyDeleteHang in there. All us faithful readers aren't going anywhere. Good Luck and Merry Christmas!! =)
ReplyDeleteOMG!! Sooo happy to see that you are back up and going to be at it again soon! Every morning I check your blog FIRST THING - it's like Hip2Save and coffee - that's my routine. LOVE your site and all your helpful posts - we'll wait for you.
ReplyDeleteTHANKS FOR KEEPING US UPDATED!!!
Hello, miss your hard work everyday.. Good luck on your new blog set up..
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas and Happy New Year!!!!!
Neljo
We all miss you ! I can't believe they froze your blog but I am looking forward to seeing the new blog.
ReplyDeletewe definately miss you!
ReplyDeletecannot wait to see the new blog!
& merry Christmas to you and your family!
The same thing happened to me over the summer. It took about 3 days for blogger to clear it up.
ReplyDeleteWhat other sites do you all use for great deals?? It seems like the ones I go to post something here and there, but nothing like HIP2Save. I will definately always use her site first, but just was looking for something in the meantime. Thanks for any suggestions. (hope this isn't inappropriate to ask on here)
ReplyDeleteAnne
OMG when I came here on Friday morning, I about had a heart attack! I realized I'd have no idea what to do without you!!
ReplyDeleteI secretly picture myself convulsing on the floor in a giant fit of withdrawal! HA HA! I hope you get it up and running soon! There is NO OTHER Blog as great as yours!
ReplyDeleteSally/Anne, aside from hip2save, I check moneysavingmom and dealseekingmom. Plus I post fashion and beauty deals under my own blog (click my name if you are interested).
ReplyDeleteI am so glad to get your email update. I a very sorry this has happened to you. I pray that you will overcome this problem and come out on top. You are truley a blessing to me and have helped me sooooo much with your shopping advice. Blessings, June
ReplyDeletei have been sad for a few days wondering where your blog had gone!!! I love your blog very much and it's part of my daily internet sites i have to visit :) So glad your still here and i'm looking forward to your new site!!!
ReplyDeletehey everyone and colin, I got my gifts from amazon today..thank you so much cant wait to see the toys being donated..merry christmas to everyone.
ReplyDeleteReally helpful post with great ideas
ReplyDeleteThe information is very appreciated
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