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Monday, July 16, 2012

Big Event BBQ Giveaway~ Ends 7/30

Big Event Fundraising has helped their customers increase school fundraising results by an average of 93%! Great fundraising ideas improve school fundraising sales by increasing student participation. Big Event's ideas for fundraising are different from any other fundraising company because their thrilling prize programs motivate more students to sell items from their fundraising brochure. Using innovative incentive ideas and an easy to reach fundraising goal, Big Event Fundraising helps schools have experience higher gross sales than with other fundraising companies.

We proudly welcome you to The Big Event! BBQ Giveaway sponsored by Big Event! Fundraising.

Hosted by Our Full House and Mom to Bed by 8


The winner of the Big Event! Fundraising BBQ Giveaway can select one of the following amazing prizes:
Grill up to 32 hamburgers simultaneously using the wide 520 sq. in. cooking area and array of tools at your disposal on this Char-Broil 4-Burner Liquid Propane Gas Grill. Its 12,000 BTU flush-mount side burner makes it a snap to prepare a side dish while you cook the main course, and a warming rack keeps completed entrees warm until you're ready to serve them. Keep your grill tools within easy reach thanks to the built-in storage rack, side shelf and 2 wrap-around stainless steel towel bars.

OR



$200 Amazon Gift Card

HOW COOL IS THIS!!!!

One lucky winner will receive their choice of a Char-Broil BBQ Grill or $200 Amazon Gift Card!

Giveaway ends July 30th at 11:59pm, open worldwide, ages 18+. To enter please use the Rafflecopter form below. Good luck! a Rafflecopter giveaway


Disclosure: I received no compensation for this publication. My opinions are my own and may differ from those of your own. PinkMama's Place is not responsible for sponsor prize shipment.

Sunday, July 15, 2012

IKEA Makes Me Feel Like Decorating

Yesterday, Lil Mama and I went to IKEA.  She wanted to go somewhere ( Lil Man was at a sleepover) and I didn't want to spend too much money and $1 Yogurt sounded real good to me.

We went through all the pre-made rooms, sat on couches, and laid on beds.  They put these rooms together so cool.  Every time I go there I wish I had money.  I kept telling Lil Mama  "We need this and that".   It would be nice to go in there with $500 and redecorate a room in my house (who am I kidding-$1000).   I dream every time I go in there.

I WANT TO RE-DECORATE MY HOUSE!

I feel as our house is a pile of unmatched hand me downs or really OLD stuff.  I don't really have a style what so ever!  But I want one.  I want to decorate but CAN I?  Do I have the decorating gene?  IKEA makes me feel like YES I CAN.

I'm thinking when the kids go back to school I'm going to start doing projects (I say that all the time LOL). We rent so we are limited on some of things we can do but damn it I don't want our house looking like I get all my furnishing on the side of the road.  Nothing goes together and wow all the different colors.

I need to stay away from IKEA because see what it does ~makes me talk about CHANGING things up and redecorating.


Friday, July 13, 2012

Friday the 13th Freebies & Lucky Deals


Friday the 13th can be your lucky day!

 Enjoy these FREEBIES and deals for Friday, July 13th from free coupons & cash back site BeFrugal.com where you can join for free:

·        Use this Starbucks coupon for a FREE tall refresher from 12pm-3pm. Valid only 7/13.
·        Enjoy this Chick-Fil-A coupon and dress like a cow for free meal on Friday 13th. Valid only 7/13.
·        Savor this Krispy Kreme coupon for buy 1 dozen donuts & get 1 dozen glazed for $0.75. Valid only 7/13.
·        Click this Hotels.com coupon for a lucky deals with 50% off in Las Vegas, Miami and more online. Expires 7/13.

Thursday, July 12, 2012

Big Brother Starts TONIGHT

Woohoo!  Yes, I love this show.  Drama Drama Drama!  This year sounds like it is going to be a bit different.  They are bringing in 4 prior house guests ( Britney, Janelle, Mike Boogie, and Dan) and they won't be competing with newbies but helping them.  Can't wait to see what the twist will be this year.  Also I heard the house might be a bit different.



Also GUESS WHAT.... "Survivor" veteran Russell Hantz's brother will be on the show. Hmmm I wonder what he will bring to this show.  


Watch TONIGHT 9PM ET/PT on CBS.

Wednesday, July 11, 2012

Macy's HUGE SALE Coupons


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Tuesday, July 10, 2012

Back to School Coupons




The costs of school supplies and back to school clothes adds up fast! Use these coupons to save:
·        Get $10 off 2 Jansport backpacks with this Target coupon (click for code, expires 8/4). You can also earn up to 5% cash back.
·        Use this printable Staples coupon for $5 off your in-store purchase of $30+. Expires: 7/14.
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·        Get 10% off orders $250+ with this SchoolSuppliesToYou.com coupon (click for code, expires soon).
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Sunday, July 8, 2012

Xbox Kinect Bundle Giveaway Ends 7/22

Have you heard? We are having a Techy Summer over at Mom to Bed by 8, theIowa Mom and want to help you continue on with your sensational summer by offering you a chance to win an Xbox Kinect Bundle Pack (including Xbox 360 console, Kinect Sensor and Kinect Adventures Game). Retail value $299.
Special thanks to our lovely co-hosts TechyTribe, I Love To Gossip, Giveaway Bandit, As Mom Sees It and Couponing4you for their support in bringing this gamer giveaway to life!
Xbox 360 4GB Console with Kinect
Product Description
The Xbox 360 4GB Console with Kinect. Kinect brings games and entertainment to life in extraordinary new ways – no controller required. Easy to use and instantly fun, Kinect gets everyone off the couch moving, laughing and cheering. See a ball? Kick it. Control an HD movie with a wave of the hand. Want to join a friend in the fun? Simply jump in. Wi-Fi is built-in for easier connection to the world of entertainment on Xbox LIVE, where HD movies and TV stream in an instant. Xbox 360 is more games, entertainment and fun.
Product Features
Kinect Sensor: With the Kinect sensor, you can experience gaming like never before. Easy to use and fun for everyone, the Kinect sensor utilizes revolutionary full-body tracking to put you in the center of the fun. This amazing new technology allows the sensor to recognize your body and mirror your movements in the game, making you the controller. With Kinect Xbox 360 now has the best controller ever made – YOU.
Built-in Wi-Fi: The new Xbox 360 is the only console with 802.11n Wi-Fi built-in for a faster and easier connection to Xbox LIVE. Stream HD movies and TV or download games from Xbox LIVE in 1080p and 5.1 surround sound from anywhere in the house. Compatible with b/g/n networks.
Xbox LIVE: Xbox LIVE brings a world of entertainment to you. Instantly watch movies and TV streaming from Netflix. In crystal-clear HD, or download game add-ons like new levels, characters, maps and songs. Easily jump right into online multiplayer fun and play along with friends around the world. Plus, get your favorite music from Last.fm, connect with friends on Facebook and post Tweets on Twitter. Xbox LIVE is your connection to more games, entertainment and fun.
Xbox 360 Wireless Controller (black): This award-winning, high-performance wireless controller features a range of up to 30 feet and a battery life of up to 30 hours on two AA batteries.
More ports: Connect more accessories and storage solutions with added USB ports. Now with a total of 5, (3 back/2 front) you’ll find more places to plug and play. Plus, in addition to the standard Ethernet port and HDMI output, we’ve added an integrated optical audio out port for an easier connection to the booming sound of your A/V receiver.
Kinect Adventures game: Float in outer space. Experience the thrill of roaring rapids. Tackle mountaintop obstacle courses and dive into the deep to explore a leaky underwater observatory — all from your living room. With Kinect Adventures, you are the controller as you jump, dodge and kick your way through exciting adventures set in a variety of exotic locations. Rated “E” for Everyone.
What’s In The Box?
  • Xbox 360 4GB S Console
  • Kinect Sensor for Xbox 360
  • Kinect Adventures game - rated “E” for Everyone
  • Xbox 360 Black Wireless Controller
  • Xbox 360 Composite A/V cable (standard definition)
  • 1 year limited warranty on console

Friday, July 6, 2012

Free Blogger Opportunity~ BBQ Giveaway or $200 Amazon


This is a free blogger event. You will receive one link at no cost as a thank you for participating in this event
Prize: BBQ from Home Depot or $200 Amazon Gift Card
Giveaway Open to: worldwide
The event dates: July 16 - July 30
Bloggers go HERE to sign up and let them know PinkMama's Place sent you!  

Thursday, July 5, 2012

Promotional Book Tour Giveaway~Amazon Gift Cards



Welcome to Promotional Book Tours July 6 Group Tour. We have teamed up with 10 Amazing Authors and several awesome bloggers to bring you a $100 Amazon Giftcard and a $50 Amazon Giftcard!
Please check out the Fantastic authors bringing you these Giftcards

Don’t miss out on these great reads even if you don’t have a kindle yet. You can download the kindle app for you phone, desktop, or ipad HERE. All of these books are less than a Starbucks Coffee!

Storm of Desire

Corporate attorney Samantha Greco needs some peace and quiet to come to a decision about her career. Instead, while an icy nor’easter rages outside, she finds herself trapped in a cottage on Fenwick Island with Aiden Rourke, a man she used five years ago when she ran from the heartbreak of her fiancé’s betrayal. Aiden Rourke has loved Sam for years. For one glorious night she was his. But then she fled, wounding his ego and his heart. Thrown together again, they soon discover time hasn’t diminished their fiery passion for each other. Only Aiden has ever been able to melt Sam with just a look or a touch. But the fear that she’s like her mother, who used men mercilessly, scares Sam to death. Read More.. Purchase on Amazon Here (FREE July 6)  

Unbound

Toni went from being a doctor, to the lover of a god in an instant. Remembering who she was, she's now torn between her past self and her current love. Ben is stunned when Toni leaves and at the arrival of his long lost love, Catherine, but her arrival doesn't eradicate Toni from his mind. Unlikely allies will team up to get Toni back from the Lord of the Underworld, Hades, but it's not Hades they need to worry about.   Purchase on Amazon HERE    

Living Sensitive (Book 1 of the Delia Rhodes series)

In the small town of Willow Eve, Arkansas, feisty bartender, Delia Rhodes, lives a pretty normal life; if you consider having a ghost for a roommate, pixies as best friends and being one of the rarest hybrids to exist, normal. Her life is turned upside down when someone or something begins kidnapping pixies and she is forced to find out who is behind it and why. If that wasn’t enough for her to deal with, Delia meets a delicious vampire hybrid with a very important event coming up; his registration. Will he survive? Will Delia solve the kidnappings or get dragged into the middle of something much deeper? Purchase on Amazon HERE      

Living Soul (Veiled Series)

Veiled from her previous existence as a gifted Angel, Tess is now a mere mortal growing up in foster care with her autistic foster brother, Dorian, and a twisted foster sister, Agatha—whose main goal in life is to torture them both. Tess’ life has been dull and average at best; but all that changes with one look. When she inadvertently gazes into the eyes of the most popular guy in school—Alex Preston—Tess sees a glimpse of her previous existence. Uncomprehending, Tess, wonders what those memories are and why she now feels like she knows Alex better than anyone in this world. More importantly, why is he haunting her dreams? Dreams so vivid, that they blur the lines of reality, awakening a slew of inexplicable paranormal abilities she didn’t know she possessed. Read more and Purchase on Amazon HERE  

Hunter Moon (Lupine Series)

Bawling cattle tore Shelby Flint from her bed. With lawyer fees to pay in her struggle to keep her ranch from the clutches of her greedy cousins, she couldn’t afford the loss of even one calf. When she sees a large wolf circling her cows, she aims and fires. While the wolf escapes, Shelby can’t seem to get away from her troubles when a marijuana grower sets up shop on her land, sabotaging her property and eventually coming after her. Adding to that, a handsome game warden is poking his nose into her business and working his way underneath her skin. Shelby will have to fight harder than she ever fought before to keep from losing her heart and everything she ever loved Purchase on Amazon HERE    

Broken Wings (Soul Searchers #1)

Rio Laraquette thought the legend was nothing more than an enchanted tale about star-crossed lovers who left behind a fortune. That is, until she figures out that she—in a past life—was the culprit who stole a shipment of gold and silver and buried it somewhere in the hills of northern Nevada. While searching for the treasure, Rio's heart begins to ache for a man who's been dead more than one hundred years. They say time heals all wounds, but what if it doesn't...? Purchase on Amazon HERE    

All the Blue-Eyed Angels (Erin Solomon Mysteries, #1)

"On my tenth birthday, I am baptized by fire." So begins Erin Solomon’s story, on a remote island in Maine where the Payson Church and thirty-four of its members have just burned. When the smoke clears, only Erin and her father remain. The police rule the tragedy mass suicide, but Erin knows the truth: no one in the Church wanted to die. She just isn’t sure how much her father had to do with their deaths. More than twenty years later, Erin is an investigative journalist still burdened with her father’s secrets. When she receives incontrovertible evidence that the Payson congregation was murdered, she can no longer hide from the truth. She returns to her hometown only to find an intricate conspiracy involving her parents, .... Read More and Purchase on Amazon HERE  

Cheyenne (Timeless #1)

Murder, romance, secrets and hidden pasts. Deception from every angle—who's telling the truth? Cheyenne Wilson's life is thrown into turmoil after her adoptive parents are killed in an accident. With only her best friend Colt to comfort her, she scours through the family archives, hoping to quell her grief. Instead she begins to unravel the mystery behind her birth parents, and her secret heritage. She is a Timeless- a being that ages one year for every hundred human years when they reach their twenties- and of the royal line, destined to gain great power. But Cheyenne has other problems. The ones who killed her parents want her too, and Colt is hiding something of his own. Surrounded by danger and with few she can trust, Cheyenne must face the dark truth of her past, and choose between a forbidden love that will forever hold her heart, or her destiny... Purchase on Amazon HERE  

Promises (Timeless #2)

Cheyenne is determined to seek the light of truth in a web of darkness, but at what cost? Still reeling from the revelations of her secret birthright and fated betrothals, Cheyenne's thoughts tumble over the whirlwind of life since the death of her parents. Vowing to close herself off to spare her heart more pain, she keeps her distance and seeks her own path. But Colt, Daniel and Callon are constantly at her side, not giving her room to breathe or let her come to terms with her destiny. At the same time, her transformation into a Timeless begins; a process that could very well kill her. As if that wasn't enough, her enemies are still out for her blood, and no-where is safe. Though new allies appear to protect her from the unseen dangers, which ones are friend and which are foe? And can Cheyenne stand the ultimate pain of all… Purchase on Amazon HERE  

Finding Alice (Alice Clark #1)

Cursed with an intense version of empathy Alice runs from a wasted life to start a new one somewhere no one will know her; Hell, Michigan. Alice works at a hole-in-the-wall bar in the middle of nowhere mostly keeping to herself to avoid the overwhelming emotions of those around her. Alice allows her best friend to convince her into taking a few college classes without realizing it would drastically change her life forever. From her first day of class she was hooked on him; his scent, his eyes, the way he talked to her inside her head. Throughout her struggles she learns about true love, true pain and the truth of her own heritage. Alice must quickly find out who she is because after all everyone else is out to find her. With Angels and Bounty Hunter’s in constant pursuit she finds protection within a group of Fallen Angels. These Fallen Angels vow to do anything to protect her; for it is their belief she will save their kind and all of mankind. Purchase on Amazon HERE   These fine authors are bringing you this Book Tour Event via Promotional Book Tours.This contest is open Internationally! Please fill out the form below to enter. a Rafflecopter giveaway

Santa Cruz Boardwalk - $10.95 Unlimited Rides DEAL


My mom took us (kids& myself) to the Santa Cruz Boardwalk a couple weeks ago.  We had so much fun and I would do this again and again!  My mom actually got on the roller coaster with my son and I went on the water boat ride with him.  When I was online looking at what there was to do at the boardwalk of course I clicked on Coupons and Discounts and WOW I found a DEAL!  The regular day pass for unlimited rides is $39 so when I saw the $10.95 price I was thrilled.  All we had to do was go AFTER 5pm (Wed/Thurs) and bring in a Pepsi can (used or not).  How awesome is that?  


We went early in the day to play games (grandma/grandpa gave each kid $25) and look around plus sit on the beach for a bit. Hint- BRING BEACH STUFF because the beach was amazing but we didn't have a blanket or any beach toys.  Yes, there are plenty of stores that sell that stuff but I wasn't going to buy it there, LOL!  We enjoyed corn dogs for lunch- yummy!  Then we headed back to hotel for some afternoon swimming and came back after 5pm.

We were there about 3 hours and I'm sure the kids could have went a bit more but it was my mom's birthday and we wanted to take her out to eat.  I was prepared to take her out on the pier at one of those fancy restaurants but she wanted to go to the favorite cafe we found in Santa Cruz - http://www.santacruzdiner.com/.

It was a WONDERFUL DAY!

From the website~

Weeknight After 5pm Specials

June 18-August 30, 2012

Enjoy old-time prices on Mondays and Tuesdays after 5pm.

Rides, Pepsi, hot dogs, and cotton candy are just $1.00 each!
Purchase individual ride tickets at any Boardwalk ticket booth. Purchase Pepsi, hot dogs, and cotton candy at food concessions throughout the park.

Get a great deal on Wednesdays and Thursdays after 5pm.

Unlimited Rides wristbands are just $10.95 + tax each when you bring along a Pepsi can!
Bring your empty Pepsi can or bottle to redemption tables located near every Boardwalk Ticket Booth to receive your discount coupon. Use coupon at any ticket booth to purchase your Unlimited Ride wristband for $10.95 + tax. Any Pepsi beverage container will be accepted (Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, Mt. Dew, Sierra Mist, Mug Root Beer, etc.)

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Wednesday, July 4, 2012

The Couch Is My New Bed

What the HECK is going on??? I can't sleep at night because I'm HOT.  I have the window open in the bedroom but I can't get comfortable so I toss and turn all night.  When I get tired of tossing then I head into the living room that has a ceiling fan and I let that put me asleep.  I don't sleep soundly on the couch but it comfy. 


I'm not sweating~ just HOT!  WTH?  Is the summer weather bothering me (hasn't before) or am I approaching the Menopausal stage of my life.  Whatever it is I'm not liking it and it needs to GO AWAY.  My hubby is not liking it either. 

I need my sleep.

Free Blogger Opportunity~ Dyson DC24 Giveaway

The Dyson DC24 Cleaner Home Giveaway Event hosted by Mom Powered Media: Iowa-Mom, Powered by Mom and Real Mom Reviews is now open to bloggers!

Cost is $5 or free with announcement post. See bloggers wanted post for more details.
Prize: Dyson DC24 All Floors Vacuum (retail value $399)

Open to: Worldwide (note – if a winner is selected outside of the US, they will be responsible for shipping costs and fees added by their country).

The event dates: August 3 – 24
Link options are: Email, RSS, Facebook, Twitter, StumbleUpon and Pinterest.

What is required to join?
On or around August 1st you will receive an email with the html code for publishing the giveaway. Note it is required that you publish the giveaway html in full to be included in this event. 


Referral prize: The two bloggers who refer the most bloggers and businesses to join will receive $20 via paypal or amazon e-code.

Free Blogger Opportunity~ XBOX 360 Kinect Bundle

Good Night Mommy Boutique is currently taking blogger sign ups for a Xbox Kinect Giveaway. 

This event is free if you post about it on your blog or you may choose to pay the small fee of $5 via paypal to goodnightmommyboutique@gmail.com.  The first link is free, additional links for $3.00, and send payment to goodnightmommyboutique@gmail.com

Prize: Xbox 360 Kinect Bundle giveaway ($299.99 value).The giveaway is open WW, however if the winner is outside of the US they will be responsible for shipping costs.

When:The giveaway will run July 8 -22.

How: Sign up HERE tell them PinkMama's Place sent you, please :)

This will be a great opportunity to increase your fan base.

Saturday, June 30, 2012

Love Pinterest for Recipes! What I Made This Week.

This week I used 2 recipes from pins I have on my FOOD BOARD.


I made this YUMMY Cheesy Broccoli Chicken Foil Packs (minus the broccoli lol) and the family LOVED it!  It was so easy to put together.  The kids ate everything and it filled us up.  We will doing this recipe again soon! I told my hubby next time I will put the broccoli in.  

I highly recommend this recipe and please visit Best Life 4 Moms to get the RECIPE!






The other recipe I made this week was Crockpot Cube Steak and Gravy -another HIT!  It might not look the best but it sure was yummy.  Cube Steak can be a chewy meat but when it was cooked in the crockpot, oh my what a difference.  I made rice/ side salad to go with this dish.  I love using crockpot recipes because I can put it all together in the morning and then enjoy the rest of the day.  Some days are so busy that I don't event think about dinner until 5pm and at the point I say "Eating out tonight?".  So crockpots recipes ROCK and save me money!


I also recommend this recipe so please visit The Post-It Place to get the RECIPE.


What is your FAVORITE RECIPE from Pinterest?

Friday, June 29, 2012

Naughty Makeovers for Nice Girls Book Review



Naughty Makeovers for Nice Girls is loaded with makeup and fashion advice to empower a Nice Girl to transform herself into a spicy but classy woman in every situation. So, go ahead and channel your inner naughty. Instead of fading into the background, become a star in your own life!

When I signed up for this Book Review I didn't quite know what I got myself into being 43 and not sure if this would fit into my life.  But it does.  It can fit into just about anyone's lifestyle that is for sure.  I loved seeing the 3 different looks on each style (Nice Girl, Trashy Girl, and Naughty Girl).  The Naughty Girl looks were awesome and I could see myself dressing like that for sure.  I'm more the Nice Girl now- only because I'm in Mom Mode 24/7.  

I love the list it gives for Naughty Girls to have in their closets- time to spend some money on Mommy kids! Are you looking for a Naughty Make Over?

Naughty is the new Nice..
That’s the mantra and message of the new “tell-all” how-to paperback, physical book from beauty maestro Dimitri James. In Naughty Makeovers for Nice Girls, James creates a new kind of finishing school–one for nice girls who always finish anywhere but first.

Also check out his Skinn Cosmetics website that the author owns. There are some wonderful products and information on the site.  

I didn't grow up on makeup or what was in is what I needed to have so beauty was not part of my growing up but I sure do love clothes.  The book goes through what makeup to apply and even let me know what colors are great to wear with my eye color.  Learned a few colors that I don't tend to wear so I will give it a try.  Also I now have a list of colors I can wear with my red hair- big plus there! I know I could use a makeover and this book is going to help me do it!

The chapters are:
  • Naughty at Work
  • Naughty on First Date
  • Naughty Online
  • Naughty Cougars
  • Naughty in the Hood
  • Naughty at Home
  • Naughty Traveler
  • Naughty at Church
They give us so many tips and looks that you want to be NAUGHTY!  I know I will do a second look at myself in the mirror everyday- Am I Naughty today!  

LOVE THIS!


In the near future I will be hosting a GIVEAWAY for a copy of this book. Who wants a NAUGHTY MAKEOVER???


I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

Magic Mike~ Who is Going To See This Movie?


I AM!!!!!

Not sure how, when or where but I'm going to see this movie. 

I love me some Matthew McConaughey!!  Oh my do I.  My hubby and kids know if he ever came knocking on my door asking for me I'd be gone in heartbeat.  LOL!  Everyone also knows this would NEVER happen but just in case. 

Shopcade - Shop, Share, Get Rewarded

Shopcade is a social shopping application on Facebook that connects people to shop and recommend products together and get rewarded for it. You can shop trending products recommended by your friends and people you trust, as well as become a trendsetter by recommending products you love. Whenever you buy via others Shopcades, or others buy via yours, you both get rewarded (O, with real cash!).

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10 Minute Family Clean-Up Helped!

Yesterday, I had a semi meltdown.  I feel like in the past couple months I haven't had a break.  Oh wait I do when I go to work on Sat/Sun.  LOL!  I homeschooled the kids for a 1 1/2 then summer hit so basically I have been with the kids pretty much 24/7!  Everything the kids need to do I'm the one who does it with them or takes them to or we have other kids are over here. 

The kids and I went on a vacation with my mom and had a blast but not much "me" time and now we are back its housework in the morning then swimming in the afternoon then dinner.  I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed and crowded. 

So yesterday I went out on the porch screaming "GIVE ME SPACE" because between the fighting, tattling, and the 20 questions I had just about enough.  I love my kids but sometimes I need to breathe!  Dad gets a lot of "him" time so it sure would be nice if he said "Baby, go do something by yourself and leave the kids at home"  I haven't ever heard that- now when he goes to his mom's house every couple months I get a break for the weekend and that sure is a blessing. 

Wow... did that turn into a VENT- anyways last night I made the announcement after dinner that everyone was going to do a 10 minute pick up.  I got some ohhs and awws but I shrugged it off and followed through on my threat.  I took the kitchen, kids had their rooms/living room, and hubby had our room.  Everyone jumped in and put things away so after 10 minutes my house looked like it does in the morning when I do my morning clean-up.  I loved going to bed with a clean house.  I loved it better getting up and knowing I didn't have to spend 40 minutes cleaning. 

I actually woke up and went outside to clean front yard.  That felt good.  If everyone chips in then maybe I won't feel like I'm doing everything (and stop bitching about it) and I might not feel so overwhelmed! 

We are so doing 10 minute CLEAN UP every night!!!!

Wednesday, June 27, 2012

What to BLOG ABOUT??

Do you ever get STUCK on what to write about? I do all the time. I stalk some cool bloggers that talk about blogging but sometimes I get lost on what they are talking about because it doesn't always pertain to my blog.

Last night before bed I was going through some of my PINTEREST boards and came across the BEST POST about 13 Awesome Blog Post Ideas.  I loved every one they listed and oh boy its going to help me in my blogging because I can relate to these blog ideas.  So please head over to CrafterMinds because they have some brilliant ideas that will help us bloggers!

Also I need to be organized- working on that over the summer (lol- I've been working on this all my life- when will I ever pick it up LOL)

What are YOUR favorite Blog Post Ideas?

Friday, June 15, 2012

Trying to Clean House with Kids- A Joke!

I'm not sure who is worse the kids or the hubby!  My mom is coming in a couple days so of course I'm trying to tidy up the house.  I know she knows what I live with so I'm sure she won't verbally judge me outloud.  LOL!  She isn't like that but she might say in her head "damn Pam!" 

I'm trying to clean but it seems like no matter how much I clean the kids mess it up anyways!  I did the carpets the other day and within 12 hours a nice spot appears on the carpet but guess who did it...HUBBY! 

I just wish people (the Allen's) would RESPECT that I want a clean house but with my clan it's just not going to happen.  Do I really have to wait until they move out?  I'm not saying we have garbage everywhere (hell no) but everything should have a place right?  Put it back where it belongs.  If you are done with something-PUT IT BACK!  Close cupboards!  Every morning I get up the cupboards are open- how hard is it to close it.  How hard is it to put the dishes in the sink...not the table! How hard is it pick up the clothes you wore and put in laundry basket- not the floor.  Oh that's right...mom/pam will do it.  Can you tell I'm a bit PO'd at my family?  I ask for help and I don't get much back but they sure do want a lot from me.  I cook, clean, and laundry for everyone but no one wants to help keep our house clean.  When I ask for help I usually get the response "Later Mom" or "I'll do it Sat/Sun" and most of the time it doesn't get done unless I ask 10 times and I hate that! 

I found this on Pinterest the other day:

Unisex Fragrances - Beauty Encounter Review- 2 Thumbs Up!

I was super excited to do a REVIEW on a Discount Fragrance.  I was sent the Miller Harris Figue Amere.  Love the bottle and scent!  It was listed as a UNISEX perfume so at first I was thinking it was going to smell "manish" and my hubby thought it was going to smell to "pretty" but we were both wrong. This is a product we can both can wear and not question the smell.  The best part is we can get this at a DISCOUNT. 

I wore the discount fragrance to work (as a waitress) which I don't usually do because you don't want to smell too overpowering to the customers. But I felt this fragrance was the right balance and I was right. I had both women and men ask what I was wearing because they enjoyed the scent. I had the bottle in my purse so I sprayed a couple customers and also told them the site they could get it from. I guess it is rare to find something both man and woman can wear and I think Miller Harris Figue Amere is a winner - it a big 2 Thumbs UP!

Miller Harris Figue Amere

3.4 oz Eau de Parfum Spray
Figue Amere was inspired by the bitter, ripe, green figs found on the coast of Ibiza: the curious contrast of fleshy fruit with astringent salt. Top notes of bergamot and mandarin contrast with a heart of narcissus poeticus, rose and green violet leaves on a heady base of cedar, amber and sea moss.
*Details provided by Miller Harris
Personality: Stylish

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

Nothing Gets Between Me and My ITO EN Green Tea Review



I love my coffee in the morning and my Ice Tea in the afternoon. When I got a chance to try Tea's Tea I was very excited.  I got to try two of their flavors: Blueberry Green tea and Jasmine Green tea.  I liked the Jasmine Green Tea a lot.  I drank it after a long walk and boy did it refresh me. I wanted more and looked up on their site (https://www.itoen.com/store-locator) and found a store near by that carried the tea.  The Blueberry one I shared with my daughter- she enjoyed the taste better than I did.  I'm a big Jasmine Green Tea fan so I just think the Blueberry element wasn't for me but it tasted fine.  We recommend these teas and give them 2 thumbs up.


MORE INFO From Company: Yoga + Green Tea = the perfect marriage When we realized that Beth Shaw, founder of YogaFit, was purchasing our Teas’ Tea 2Liter bottles of Jasmine Green tea by the case, and Beth always carries around a 2L Jasmine Green Tea, it was clear that we could not ask for a better brand ambassador. The holistic lifestyle of yoga including the awareness of how you care for yourself body, mind and soul - and the health benefits and wellness of Green Tea is truly in perfect alignment. “Like YogaFit, ITO EN is a leader in their category. ITO EN teas are natural, committed to health and top quality. I LOVE Ito En green tea because it is truly the only beverage that is anti aging, good for weigh management and gives me just the right amount of energy to get through my busy life. I drink it every day,” explains Beth Shaw enthusiastically, "Nothing Gets Between Me and My Ito En Jasmine Green." About the Product: Each blogger will receive a 500ml bottle of our [unsweetened] Teas' Tea Jasmine Green Tea and a bottle of our low calorie [slightly sweetened] Teas' Tea. Teas' Tea Jasmine Green Tea: Authentically brewed, naturally high in tea antioxidants, entirely unsweetened / zero calories, and containing 100% or more of daily value of vitamin C - no wonder Teas' Tea Jasmine Green Tea is Beth Shaw's daily healthy habit choice.

The Jasmine Green tea is infused with the scent of Jasmine flowers by alternating several layers of the flower within the green tea leaves prior to brewing. It provides a refreshing taste and soothing fragrance. More on the Jasmine Green Tea http://www.teastea.com/unsweetened/#jasmine_green

UNSWEETENED FLAVOR OPTIONS: http://www.teastea.com/unsweetened/
LOW CALORIE FLAVOR OPTIONS: http://www.teastea.com/low-calorie/
More on Beth Shaw and YogaFit here www.YogaFit.com


Go ahead and check out Tea's Tea on facebook and twitter.  BTW  I enjoy reading the information they post on TWITTER.
I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

Tuesday, June 12, 2012

Merillat Kitchen - Design Your Dream Kitchen/Free Recipe Booklet

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What To Do AFTER You Write A Post~ Great Info!


I got this off of Pinterest but if you click on the picture it will take you to the website it came from!  Thanks~Health Care Communication

Some AWESOME information here!  I do some of them but I know I need to work on #5, #6,  really need to do #7 more, and #12.  

What do you need to work on?

My Little Girl Is Growing Up

I have to watch what I write because she now reads my blog, darn!  For the past 8 years I have been her entertainment and haven't been able to do much on my own- and when I say that I mean it! I didn't mind too much but sometimes I needed a break.  The last couple weeks I actually get to go to the bathroom by myself.  What has changed~ the girl who says she doesn't like kids now has a FRIEND!

There is a girl next door that comes over to see her Granny almost everyday now and as soon as she gets here LIL MAMA is outside and playing ALL DAY.  She actually gets mad at us when we ask her to come in for dinner or come in for the night. But now I can get stuff done without having to hear "I don't have anything to do" or her picking on her brother.  I'm pretty sure he is as excited as I am with her new found freedom.

But a little part (just a lil)of me is a bit sad knowing she is growing up and entering that phase of her life that MAMA isn't a necessity.  So I don't know if I should be jumping up and down or crying.  She did tell me the other night I am her Best Friend so I least still hold that title.


BTW she LOVES when I do her hair.  So at least I can be her stylist.

Saturday, June 9, 2012

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My daughter loves receiving this in the mail and we usually do a couple of the craft ideas.  I love how it shows you to reuse household items.  Plus the recipes are very kid friendly and my daughter loves to pick out what recipe she is going to make. 

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