Quit it.
The stranger who has never had kids but yet is compelled to give you unsolicited advice on how to parent yours.
August 19, 2012 by 6 Comments
Walmart: Free 5×7 Photo!
August 15, 2012 by Leave a Comment
This is a great freebie!! Walmart is offering a free 5×7 photo through the end of September. What a fun back-to-school freebie! You can have your kid’s first day back to school picture on the fridge before you know it!
This offer starts today, August 15th and will run through the end of September. This offer is good on either instant or 1-Hour 5×7 print. There is a limit of one photo per child and it’s only available at Walmart Supercenter Stores with 1-Hour Photo Centers. No coupon required. See Walmart associates for details.
Bumbo Seat Recall 2012!
August 15, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Attention parents! Bumbo has issued a recall on 4 million Bumbo baby seats after nearly two dozen reports of infant skull fractures. This was one of my favorite baby items and I’m sad to see that so many babies were injured by it. The company has now added additional straps to keep babies from climbing out and falling. At our house we always used the optional tray and it kept my little one in there great but she really wasn’t a squirmer at that time. You can order a repair kit by visiting or calling 866-898-4999. www.recall.BumboUSA.com For more information go and read Fox’s article on Bumbo Seat Recall 2012.
Thanks, Week 99er for the heads up!
Just-like-Starbucks’ Frappuccino
August 14, 2012 by 4 Comments
I’m a huge Starbucks’ frappuccino fan! I love them but because of their cost I’m not a frequent Starbucks’ customer. Plus, have you noticed how many calories one of these bad boys can have? Upwards of 500 calories! I would have to run about 5 miles to burn that off and if you know me, you know that isn’t going to happen in this lifetime. {I’m all about exercise but 5 miles and me just don’t mix!}
Still having a love for this summery drink of goodness I decided to play around and see if I could create my own just-like-Starbucks’ frappuccino at home. I think it’s pretty close and well worth the little extra effort to make. It only takes 5 minutes to prep and 2 minutes of work. 7 minutes is shorter than the 15 minute drive to the Starbucks’ drive-thru.
This recipe can easily be printed too! Simply click on the green “Print Friendly” button below this post to have a hard copy of this yummy recipe.
Just-like-Starbucks’ Frappuccino
2 min | 5 min prep
Serves 1
Ingredients:
- 2 cups of crushed iced
- 2-1 ounce shots of espresso OR use 3/4 cup of strong coffee mixed with 1/2 cup of milk and increased crushed iced amount by 1/4 cup.
- 3/4 cup of your favorite milk
- 3 tablespoons of sugar {Use more or less to suite your tastes}
- Whipped cream from a can or freshly made whipped cream
- Chocolate syrup {Use your favorite syrup or flavored powder}
Directions:
- Blend all the ingredients except the whipped cream and chocolate syrup in a blender for 30-45 seconds. Pour into a tall glass and top off with whipped cream and garnish with your favorite topping {chocolate syrup, cinnamon, caramel, etc.). Serve with a straw and enjoy!
Other Variations: Splenda can be used in place of sugar. A portion of the milk can be replaced with any flavored coffee syrups or creamers. For a richer beverage, try replacing a portion of the milk with half and half of heavy whipping cream.
There are endless variations of this basic frappuccino recipe and I hope you enjoy experimenting with yours as much as I do with mine. Enjoy!
Disclaimer: This is not Starbuck’s actual proprietary recipe. This is my own personal copycat version of their frappuccino recipe. This recipe is for a blended iced frappuccino drink similar to but not exactly the same as you’ll find at Starbucks.
Dreyer’s/Edy’s Slow Churned Ice Cream
August 10, 2012 by 6 Comments
Forgive my interruption of your summer fun, but I wanted to bring you some more summer fun! What do you think about when you think about June, July, & August?
I think about vacation.
At the beach.
At camp.
And heat.
And swimming.
And ice cream!
While I am not someone that thinks ice cream is something you should overly worry about calories and fat (it’s a treat, right?) Dreyer’s/Edy’s has amazing varieties that will suit the kiddos, the big kids at heart, and even someone trying to maintain a healthy diet. Yes, even if you are watching your waistline, there are many delicious flavors to enjoy without overindulging in a side of guilt.
Dreyer’s/Edy’s Slow Churned ice cream has 1/2 the fat and even 1/3 fewer calories than their regular ice cream! It’s amazing, it really is! I don’t have a need to buy a regular carton of ice cream again. This is so creamy and wonderful and if it didn’t say so on the package I would never know that it was reduced fat.
Dreyer’s and Edy’s is the same brand. West of the Rockies, this ice cream is marketed under the Dreyer’s brand name and east of the Rockies, it is marketed under the Edy’s brand name.
Now, here’s what I’m really excited to tell you about! For every smile that is uploaded on the Dreyer’s Facebook page, & Edy’s Facebook page, they will donate $5.00 to Operation Smile! I’ve already uploaded my ice cream smile. Ice cream makes me smile and helping great charities like, Operation Smile, does too!
I have even more good news. Of the photos submitted, ten lucky smiling faces will be featured in a Dreyer’s Slow Churned print ad! Aaaand, one picture will win a spot on the cartons of a Slow Churned limited-edition flavor, which will be re-introduced to store shelves in early 2013! How cool would that be? Haha, get it? Ice cream is cool! Anyway, go upload your ice cream smile now. : )
Disclosure: “I wrote this review while participating in a blog tour by Mom Central Consulting on behalf of Dreyer’s / Edy’s. I received a coupon to purchase product samples and a promotional item to thank me for taking the time to participate.”
Free BIC Disposable Razors at Target and Walmart!
August 7, 2012 by Leave a Comment
The hot BIC coupon will get you free razors at Target and Walmart! The coupon is $3.00 off any package of BIC disposable razors. Razors are always nice to have a few extra on hand and they also make great donation items. Remember, this coupon is limited to 4 coupons per visit.
Target deal scenario:
BIC Silky Touch Razors, 10 ct $2.99, regular price
Use $3.00/1 BIC Disposable Razor, excludes trial size from, limit of 4 like coupons per visit from SS 8/5 (exp 9/2)
Final Price: Free!
BIC Sensitive Skin Razors, 12 ct $2.94, regular price
Use $3.00/1 BIC Disposable Razor, excludes trial size from, limit of 4 like coupons per visit from SS 8/5 (exp 9/2)
Final Price: Free!
Walmart deal scenario:
BIC Silky Touch Razors, 10 ct $2.94, regular price
Use $3.00/1 BIC Disposable Razor, excludes trial size from, limit of 4 like coupons per visit from SS 8/5 (exp 9/2)
Final Price: $0.06 Moneymaker!
Live Your Life So That…
August 7, 2012 by 4 Comments
“Live your life so that when something bad is said of you no one will ever believe it.” This has always been a favorite saying of mine and I was reminded of it recently when a friend’s Facebook account was hacked. Someone was under my friend’s name and they were posting things that weren’t in line with his character. I immediately reported the images to Facebook and signed under my husband’s account to do the same.
Today my friend had posted an an apology and all the comments following said that they knew it wasn’t him and several had reported the images to Facebook as well. Here was his apology which I think was well written, “Several of you received a very inappropriate photo in which I was supposedly tagged. My apologies; it was a hack. I am sad that juvenile minds think they are adult when they post such rubbish. Get a life, whoever you are! Better yet, get the Savior and live a life that amounts to something!” Well said from a man who knows about living a life that amounts to something! This godly man recently retired from being an associate professor and librarian at the Bible college I went to. He loves God and that is exemplified through his life of service! Live your life so that when something bad is said of you no one will ever believe it!
LEGO Store: Free Shark Mini Model (8/7 Only!)
August 7, 2012 by Leave a Comment
If you are looking for a free activity to do with your kiddos this evening, consider heading to your local Lego Store. On the first Tuesday of every month (today!), kids ages 6-14 can learn how to build a cool mini model and take it home for free! There is a limit of one per child.
Keep in mind that quantities are limited (approximately 250 per store) and the offer is good while supplies last only. Tonight’s fun and free mini-model is a LEGO Shark. Isn’t it adorable? I wish we lived near a LEGO store! This event will start at 5PM at most LEGO stores; however, I always you to contact your store to make sure they are participating. Enjoy!
Five Star Coupons for Back to School
August 7, 2012 by 6 Comments
I adore Five Star products and I love Five Star coupons to go with them!
Here are some*HOT* Back to School Five Star printable coupons:
$2 off any Mead Five Star Binder including Five Star Flex Hybrid Notebook
$1 off any two Five Star Reinforced Filler Paper Products
$1 off two Five Star Products including Student Planning
Target deal scenario:
Five Star 1-Subject Notebook — $1 (thru 8/11)
Use $1/2 Five Star Products
Final Price: $0.50 each!
There is also a target coupon for $1.50/1 Five Star binder that you can stack with the above binder coupon for $3.50 off one making an incredible deal!
Sign Up for Scott Product Coupons and Free Rewards!
August 6, 2012 by 3 Comments
I am overly excited to share an amazing savings opportunity with you! If you sign up now you’ll be one of the first to get high value Scott product coupons and you can even earn freebies too! My family is a user of Scotts products and I’m thrilled about this new program that they have recently unveiled.
It’s completely free to sign up and only takes a few moments. To get started, simply sign up and you’ll immediately receive your first coupon. You can print the coupons you would like and you can even select a current reward that you want. How awesome!
Here are a few of the current Scott Shared Values rewards that you can take advantage of. I think the Free Admission Family Fun Pass has to be my favorite freebie right now! All you have to do is answer a quick question and you’ll get a free admission pass to your favorite attractions. You can choose between go carts, putt-putt, bowling, zoos, museums, and so much more. These freebies are easy to claim and don’t expire for two to three months from the time you claim them!
Here’s how to get started:
- Sign up via the widget above
- OR click this Scott Shared Values link to sign up.
- Fill out your info and print some coupons (two high-value ones)!
Right after you sign up you’ll receive a welcome email from Scott Shared Values. From there you can log into your account and share offers with friends and family to earn more coupons and be able to claim a reward. Easy peasy!
This program is amazing! It not only has coupons and free offers but you’ll also be able to pick up some great cleaning tips too! Who couldn’t use a cleaning tip to help save them time?
This program is only available for a short time so hurry and sign up during this introductory period! You must be 18 years or older and a US resident to participate. Click here to sign up now!
Disclosure: “I participated in a campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for Scott. I received a promotional item as a thank-you for participating and am able to earn additional rewards throughout the campaign.”
