Well, it is official, I am a Pinterest addict. This weekend I tackled the pillowcases, and they turned out fantastic (and adorable). I used circus animals instead of cars, but my 6 year old didn’t care at all. http://pinterest.com/pin/72902087690214124/ He was THRILLED. I told my S.I.L. what I did and her only response was, “Oh, [...]
My kids are fantastic. Like every kid, they challenge me in creativity, patients, and finances. I learned the hard way, birthday parties can be expensive, REALLY expensive. I also learned that I should have waited until they were 5 before I blew any money on a “party.” Babies have no appreciation for the party bag [...]
I am going to show all offers for this week and next as it is Easter weekend. On that note, I have been on Pinterest (okay, a little too much) and found LOTS of great ideas I have not only used, but saved a ton of money with. Ready? Let’s do this. 1. Kool Aid [...]
Okay folks, here is the long and short of offers I found for March 20th… You may have to cut and paste the links, as I am experiencing technical glitches. 1. 15% off and free value shipping on orders of $29.99 or more of in-stock games and accessories. Offer excludes game consoles. Offer expires 3/24. [...]
I have made my fair share of financial mistakes. I am going to share them with you, so that you may be wise. 10. Full-priced kids clothes. Yes. It was really cute. It looked great for the first photo shoot. It even looked nice during Easter. Then he outgrew it. Yup. Two wears. One in [...]
I didn’t realize how much my Mother’s illness was effecting my work-load until today. I am so sorry that the posts have been few and far between lately, but trust me when I say, I am doing everything I can. My Mom has Stage IV Lung Cancer. It is inoperable and has spread through her [...]
I am not a famous chef, but I love to cook. I invest in two things: books and kitchen tools. Much safer than the stock-market. My tools are just that. Since my body is in the kitchen 365 days a year, my kitchen is going to have the things I need to cook at home [...]
Do you have an ebay account? Now is a great time to cash in on items you are getting rid of. Things that sell really well according to my experience are: 1. Video Games 2. Shoes 3. Cell Phones 4. Jackets/coats in good condition 5. half.com will actually PAY you for your books in good [...]
Okay, so we all know the basics on scoring a good deal. We know that you need at least a three month supply of staples (toothbrushes, toothpaste, deodorant, laundry soap, etc.) but what about the sales you find once you have reached the maximum you need? The short answer: Don’t buy it unless it is [...]
Oh, how I dread the words…”I am bored…” The video games are conquered, the sprinkler is no longer acceptable, and the hot days seem to melt their little brains into mush. Not this year. The kids are finally at the age when they can both DO things I find fun and entertaining. I have compiled [...]