My son is playing the TROMBONE!

OMG...he came home so excited about his new instrument! When I saw it I was OMG what did he get himself into!  He loves it and all day was outside blowing on it.  At first he sounded like he was farting but now he sounds much better.  I can't wait to see him in concert at his school.  This instrument is brand new so I hope he takes better care of it than he does his room.  This thing is HUGE though and puts a big bummer on our bike riding on WED/FRI because he can't carry that and bike ride at the same time.

So my head has been thinking of ways to get them to school, tomorrow we will take the bus but we can't do that every day because PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION is expensive!  It will cost me $10 to get them to school and myself back- shaking my head!  $10 in my car would get me to school and back all week I bet!  My hubby needs to get his truck fixed or sell it!  Ok rant over!

What instrument does you child play and do they like it?

Kmart Big Layaway Giveaway- I want to WIN!

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Kmart for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.
Christmas is creeping up very fast and I need to start shopping now!  I have several people to get holiday gifts for but my kids are the most important.  I want to get them items they will use and not just for a couple days either.  But items like that tend to cost a bit much and most of the time I can't afford to pay it all at one time.  So this year I'm going to be using Kmart's free layaway plan.

They both want a Nintendo 3DS but I can't afford 2 of them so I'm thinking about putting 1 of the 3DS on layaway and that can be their BIG GIFT.
 

Check out how other stores stack up to Kmart's Layaway Plan~

EXCITING NEWS: KMART is also doing a giveaway Kmart's Big Layaway Giveaway one layaway giveaway per store per week from 9/9/12 through 11/17/12.  

How cool is that!  I'm keeping fingers crossed- that would be a wonderful gift for me!!!

How to ENTER:
1.  Go to a Kmart and put something on layaway.
2.  Go to  www.kmart.com/layaway  and put something on layaway
3. To enter without putting an item on layaway, or making any purchase, handprint your name, address, day and evening phone numbers, email address and date of birth on a 3″ x 5″ piece of paper and mail it in an envelope with postage paid to “The Big Layaway Giveaway” Department: 589028 c/o Online Store  P.O. Box 5046, Kalamazoo, MI 49003-5046
GOOD LUCK and hopefully we can WIN our layaways!

Talk Like A Pirate Day FREEBIES!

Ahoy! Avast! FREE FOOD! I think any Pirate would like that so click on these deals and enjoy!  Aye aye!

It's Talk Like A Pirate Day! Get a deal with one or both of these freebies:

1. Krispy Kreme coupon: Free Single or Dozen Glazed Donuts. Expires: 9/19.
2. Long John Silver's coupon: Free Fish If You Talk Like A Pirate. Expires: 9/19.

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Toe Juice Review

My Review~  I have to say the name throws you off- I was huh- Toe Juice really but hey it WORKS!  I wish I had pictures to show you but Lil Mama didn't want me to take them of her.  Lil Mama picks at scabs and is always finding something wrong on her skin.  So this product was a savior for us. Wow it cleared up old scabs she kept picking at on her legs. Also she had a little rash on her neck from a cheap necklace and guess what..all cleared up in a day!  I highly recommend this product if you have any of the symptoms below.  I also love the smell- it smells a bit like Listerine.  I put it on my heels because I'm in flip flops all the time and you know it gets a bit rough back there.  

Of course PinkMama gives this product a 2 THUMBS UP!

From Site~

In 1970, Royce Garner, a high school science teacher in Boise, Idaho, produced his first batch of Toe Juice®. His endeavor began when his infant son had flaking, dry, cracked feet. The many lotions and creams were ineffective and messy. So Royce did some research, went to his lab, and came out with a revolutionary new product. Not only did it fix and prevent further complications with his son's feet, but over the years many friends, family, and acquaintances have benefited from the strength of Royce's Toe Juice®. Those who benefited from the fast drying liquid, often encouraged Royce to take it public.

As Toe Juice® is a head to toe skin care product, we have received testimonials from people about its effectiveness for a large variety of uses. While this is no means meant to be an exhaustive list, below are the most common categories Toe Juice® is used for.

• Acne
• Athletes foot
• Cold Sores
• Diabetic
• Eczema
• Foot Problems
• Ichthyosis Psoriasis
• Insect Bites
• Jock Itch
• Jungle Rot
• Misc. Skin Irritation
• Rashes
• Ringworm
• Warts

Below is a list of some stores selling Toe Juice®.

1. United States
2. Walgreens
3. Bed Bath Beyond
4. Jewel-Osco
5. Albertsons
6. Supervalu
7. McKesson
8. ACME
9. Broulims
10. Kerr Drug
11. hi-school pharmacy
12. Fruth pharmacy
13. Target Pharmacy
14. Walmart Pharmacy

Want to connect with TOE JUICE:

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/ToeJuice

Flickr http://www.flickr.com/photos/toejuice/

Google+ https://plus.google.com/u/0/114599937543962694310/posts

Linkedin http://www.linkedin.com/company/toe-juice

Pinterest http://pinterest.com/toejuice/

Twitter https://twitter.com/#!/toejuice

Youtube http://www.youtube.com/user/ToeJuiceVideos

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.

Verizon Wireless Cash Back Increase – Save on New iPhone Accessories!

If you're looking to upgrade your phone accessories to go with a new iPhone, now is the time! BeFrugal is offering 25% cash back on phone accessories purchased from Verizon Wireless. Plus, you can earn up to $75 cash back on new service contracts.

Combine the cash back savings with our 30% off 5+ accessories or 20% off 3+ accessories offers (some exclusions apply, both expire soon) for additional value. 

There’s also aVerizon Wireless coupon for free shipping on any order (expires soon).

Cash back rates can change from day to day. These rates were valid 9/17/12.

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Kids! Learn to Draw iPad App- REVIEW

We are a iPad/iPhone family!  We fight over the iPad all the time and are thinking about getting another one sometime down the road.  I always like to find COOL APPS for the kids that are useful and entertaining for them.  I found one called Kids! Learn to Draw by Walter Foster and we are loving this one.  My hubby is an artist so kids are always drawing stuff so this App was a hit with the kids.  The App is  FREE to download and additional lesson plans are all under $4.  This app kept my youngest busy for hours.  I bought the Sea Creatures lesson plan and the kids loved learning how to draw the dolphin and puffer!  The lesson plans walk you through the whole process.  When you are done with picture make sure you click on MENU and click on hide drawing guide so you can SEE what you drew.  

The Allen Family gives this APP a BIG 2 THUMBS UP!  If you want to download the FREE APP click HERE.

Here are some screenshots to show you the APP! Kids! Learn to Draw by Walter Foster

By MEDL MOBILE works. 

Lesson Plans

Features

• Pre-loaded with two free step-by-step lessons 
• Purchase new lessons in-app 
• Easy-to-follow, step-by-step guides in every lesson • Realistic drawing and coloring tools 
• Adjustable size for every tool 
• Fun background paper options 
• Freehand drawing mode 
• Save, share, and print any drawing

In-App Purchases Include

• Dogs & Puppies 
• Cats & Kittens 
• Horses & Ponies 
• Reptiles & Amphibians 
• Pets 
• Dinosaurs 
• Sea Creatures 
• Animals 
• Insects 
• Farm Animals 
• Cars & Trucks 
• Planes, Choppers & Watercraft 
• Tanks, Aircraft & Armored Vehicles

Now featuring Garfield & Friends lesson pack!

Hope you have fun with this APP!

Coupon for Pillsbury Artisan Pizza Crust with Whole Grain

Calling all pizza lovers! Looking for a way to bring delicious homemade pizza to your dinner table? It´s simple with New PillsburyŽ Artisan Pizza Crust with Whole Grain. Quick, convenient, and completely customizable new Pillsbury Artisan Pizza Crust with Whole Grain will help you add some pizzazz to your homemade pizza along with the health benefits of whole grain*!

Whether your family loves pepperoni, veggies, or the works, the possibilities are endless! You can visit http://bit.ly/PCwWG to download a printable coupon for $1.25 off one package of New Pillsbury Artisan Pizza Crust with Whole Grain. Grab a coupon and let the good times un-roll with Pillsbury! 

Sounds like a YUMMY dinner is going to happen in the Allen house next week!  Make our own .pizza!  We can use some of our tomatoes from our garden. 

This coupon and info was sent to me by Pillsbury through MyBlogSpark

Wisk Deep Clean REVIEW- 2 Thumbs Up

Experience a deeper clean in your laundry with Wisk® Deep Clean™. Wisk® Deep Clean™ cleans beyond visible stains, attacking trapped body oils and sweat. Body oils and sweat are the #1 soil in your laundry and can stay trapped in your clothes, even after washing. Wisk® Deep Clean™ penetrates deep inside the fabric, cleaning beyond visible stains, to seek out and attack trapped body oils and sweat.

The variant is safe for both Standard and High Efficiency (HE) Machines.

Wisk Deep Clean laundry detergent was voted #1 Product of the Year in the laundry category in a survey of over 50,000 consumers by TNS.

PINKMAMA'S REVIEW:

I've always been a fan of WISK and so when I was able to review the DEEP CLEAN detergent I was super excited.  Don't laugh but I love the smell of fresh detergent on clothes.  

The first thing I did was wash blankets and rugs around the house.  They came out sooooo clean and smelled so fresh.  I loved that.  Now I had some very dirty clothes from my son and I'm not a big fan of bleach so instead of washing them in bleach I tried them in the Deep Clean Wisk. Bam...they came out so clean!  I give WISK DEEP CLEAN 2 THUMPS UP!

If you want to TRY WISK DEEP CLEAN- here is a $1 off coupon

Check out WISK website for more info!

*Disclosure:  I was sent a sample product for review courtesy of Wisk, in partnership with Smiley360.  All opinions expressed in this review are 100% my own and are not a result of any outside influence.

Timberland Friends and Family Sale Event- 40% OFF SITE-WIDE

The fall brings cooler temperatures and so this is a great opportunity for you to stock up on some fall/winter items for the entire family! Click on link below to get the coupon code!

September marks the Timberland Friends and Family Sale Event!

Starting today, you can save BIG with the Timberland Friends and Family Sale!

Get 40% off site-wide using a special Timberland coupon from free coupons & cash back website BeFrugal.com!

Hurry! This offer ends 9/17. Click for the special savings code. Some exclusions apply.

You can also earn 4% cash back today when you shop through BeFrugal. To save more on your shopping, join now for free if you are not a member yet.

This is my shopping WISHLIST~

Daughter:

Son:

Hubby:

Myself:

House of Doolittle Recycled Products- REVIEW

Starting this new school and all the events they have going just enforced that I need to get ORGANIZED!  I need a weekly/monthly planner plus a calender by the computer.  Guess what...I found what I needed at Shoplet in the OFFICE SUPPLIES section.

• House of Doolittle Two-Color Monthly Desk Pad Calendar w/ Large Notes Section - love the size plus the notes section is just right. It's very sturdy and plenty of room to write in events.  It is made from 100% recycled paper.  Best part is the price $5.58! I will be using it at home but it's very professional so can be used in an office.  

• House of Doolittle Wirebound Weekly/ Monthly Planner: - 100% Recycled Product- this is what I'm excited about. This weekly/monthly planner is spiral bound planner that can lay flat easily with times and dates. The weeks spread over two pages, and have the previous month and next month on the last column.  I can plan ahead- what a concept!  I'm really looking forward to use this at the PTA meetings plus using for my BLOG Planning.  I really need to work on being organized for my blog too!

Super duper excited to use in 2013!  We give House of Doolittle a 2 thumbs up!

I was given these products to review but my opinions are very own! *Disclosure:  I was sent a sample product for review courtesy of House of Doolittle, in partnership with Shoplet.  All opinions expressed in this review are 100% my own and are not a result of any outside influence.