Proud Mom Moment- My Son Rocked His Presentation at School!

My Beautiful 11yr old Son Ronnell! 

Last week my son's 5th Grade Class did presentations in front of all the parents.  My son was so nervous and worried his voice would crack but he did AWESOME.  He smiled big and made the audience laugh several times during his presentation.

What I loved the most was he wrote about his DAD and watching the Super Bowl this year.  The presentation had so much detail that it made you feel like you were right there with them on the couch in front of the big screen TV.  When his dad read it later- he had a smile on for hours.  He was impressed and overjoyed his son wrote about him. Ronnell is a mama's boy all the way but he sure does love to hang out with dad when it comes to sports and video games.

Here is the picture he drew of his dad:

He did such a great job!  

Sizzling Spring Savings at Olive Garden and LongHorn Steakhouse

Want to check tomorrow’s dinner plans off today’s to-do list?  Enjoy two meals with Olive Garden’s “Buy One, Take One” offer, only $12.95 (through May 5).

Olive Garden is giving busy families a convenient and affordable way to enjoy two meals during the week. Guests can enjoy one of five entrées along with unlimited soup or salad and breadsticks at a restaurant and take a second entrée home for dinner tomorrow! Choices include Olive Garden’s new Mezzaluna Ravioli with Five Cheese Marinara and favorites such as Five Cheese Ziti al Forno.

Steak lovers: It’s time for LongHorn’s “5 Great Steaks. 1 Great Price,” starting at just $11.99 (through May 12).

Choose from steak favorites such as the Bacon-Wrapped Bourbon Sirloin and Parmesan-Crusted Sirloin, or try something new with LongHorn’s Grilled Portabella Sirloin. There are five savory topped sirloins to choose from, all served with choice of side and salad, so be sure to stop in today!

This post is just info for my readers! 

Tax Day Deals and Freebies from BeFrugal.com

Please check out the below coupons and freebies~ there is a little something for everyone! 

·         Arby's coupon: Free Curly Fries Or Potato Cakes On Tax Day, Valid on April 15th at participating locations only. See offer for details. Expires: 4/15.

·         Build.com coupon code TAXRETURN: $15 Off $249+ Order, Expires: 4/30.

·         California Tortilla coupon: Free Chips & Queso April 15th, Just say "1040". Participating locations only. See offer for details. Expires: 4/15.

·         Cinnabon coupon: 2 Free Cinnabon Bites On Tax Day, Valid on April 15 at participating locations only. See offer for details. Expires: 4/15.

·         ESET coupon: 20% Off ESET Products, Expires: 4/16.

·         Faucet Direct coupon code TAXRETURN: $15 Off $249+ Order. Expires: 4/30.

·         Faucet.com coupon code TAXRETURN: $15 Off $249+ Order. Expires: 4/30.

·         Funsational! coupon code APRIL15: 25% Off Any Order. Expires Soon!

·         Lighting Direct coupon code TAXRETURN: $15 Off $249+ Order + Free Shipping, Exclusions apply. Expires: 4/30.

·         Lighting Showplace coupon code TAXRETURN: $15 Off $249+ Order, Expires: 4/30.

·         Office Depot coupon: Free 5lbs. Shredding, See offer for details. Expires: 4/16.

·         Panda Express coupon: Free Single Serving Samurai Surf & Turf, Valid on April 17 only. No purchase necessary. Participating locations. See offer for details.

·         Pink Basis coupon code TAX40: 40% Off Sitewide, Expires: 4/16.

·         Pulls Direct coupon code TAXRETURN: $15 Off $249+ Order, Expires: 4/30.

·         Rubio's coupon: Buy 1, Get 1  Seafood Burrito April 15th, When you share your Fishy Face online. Participating locations only. See offer for details. Expires: 4/15.

·         Rubio's coupon: Buy 1, Get 1 FREE Seafood Burrito April 15th, When you share your Fishy Face online. Participating locations only. See offer for details. Expires: 4/15.

·         Schlotzsky's coupon: Free Original Small Sandwich April 15th, With the purchase of a 32oz fountain drinks & chips on April 15. Participating locations only. See offer for details. Expires: 4/15.

·         Shelving, Inc coupon: 13% Off Any Order, Starts: 4/15/2013, Expires: 4/15.

·         Sonic Drive-In coupon: 1/2 Price Drinks All Day Tax Day, Valid April 15 at 

participating locations only. See offer for details. Expires: 4/15.

·         The Body Shop coupon: 25% Off Sitewide, Starts: 4/15/2013, Expires: 4/15.

·         The Shelving Store coupon: 13% Off Sitewide On Tax Day, Starts: 4/15/2013, Expires: 4/15.

·         TotalGymDirect coupon: 60% Off XLS (New) w/ $1 Trial, Starts: 4/15/2013, Expires: 4/15.

·         Venting Direct coupon code TAXRETURN: $15 Off $249+ Order, Expires: 4/30.

·         Venting Pipe coupon code TAXRETURN: $15 Off $249+ Order, Expires: 4/30.

Enter To Win A Blog Makeover + $25 Gift Card via TheBlogWorkshop 04/08/13 – 05/10/13

The Blog Workshop ROCKS!! Why.. because they are offering bloggers a chance to WIN a blog makeover + $25 Visa gift card. ($500 value) 

Makeover includes: Blogger will be able to work closely with a Your Site Makeover consultant to choose a blog theme and have it customized. Search engine friendly WordPress theme with all standard theme files, theme related graphics, and Custom contact form. *The blog makeover will not include e-commerce solutions.* (Please note blog makeovers will be completed after the conference.)

Rules: **Must** be a blogger or vlogger to be eligible. At least 18 years old, WW. Blog MUST be self-hosted. Enter the contest (Note: Your site must be “family friendly.” No illegal, violent, adult-content, etc.) Choose whatever challenges you want to gain “entries.”

Fill out the form below and Tell us why your blog needs a makeover AND what you would like to learn from The Blog Workshop -Online Conference.

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REMINDER: The Blog Workshop 3 Day ONLINE Conference INFO: 

The Blog Workshop is a 3 day ONLINE conference for bloggers and vloggers providing information that will allow them to take their blogging/vlogging ventures to the next level. The Blog Workshop will help bridge the gap between bloggers, brands, PR professionals and more. "Where Blogging Meets Business" The Blog Workshop is the ultimate conference for bloggers, from newbies to experienced bloggers, wanting to develop their brand.

When I looked at what was on the agenda I knew I needed to attend!  Here is what will be discussed:

• Blog Design
• Blogging and Writing
• Blogging for Business
• Chats
• Classes
• Giveaways
• Marketing
• SEO
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• Workshop

There will be speakers from IZEA, Blog-Trends, The Blog Frog and more!  Click HERE to see the list of speakers.  

So who is with me~ Sign up TODAY!!!  Click HERE to register!  MAY 10th LAST DAY TO BUY TICKETS! PLUS conference replay footage will be available afterwards- love that!!!

NEW CODE: TBW25HURRY, expires April 26th :)

Ways to CONNECT with The Blog Workshop:
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Smiley360 Mission: Tom's Of Maine Wicked Cool Toothpaste Review

NEW Wicked Cool!™ fluoride-free toothpaste features a mild mint flavor for kids who have outgrown fruit or bubblegum flavors but don't like the strong mint flavors found in many adult toothpastes. Wicked Cool!™ toothpaste cleans gently and freshens breath. And like all Tom's kids toothpastes, it has no artificial dyes, sweeteners or flavors.  We guarantee your older kids will love it or your money back!

For more information about Tom's of Maine HERE

Like Tom's on Facebook HERE 

REVIEW:

My kids loved this toothpaste mainly because of the taste.  They both don't like KIDDIE toothpaste anymore- they call it baby toothpaste- you know that bubblegum taste.  They don't like our toothpaste because it's too minty. Before I got this toothpaste to review I didn't quite know what to get them next because I need them to brush their teeth and they were fighting with me because they didn't like the toothpaste we had.  Then BAM got some Tom's Wicked Cool toothpaste from Smiley360 to try and guess what NO ARGUING now- they love the taste.  Not too minty and not baby toothpaste is what both my kids said.  Also my son said his teeth felt very clean for hours- LOL! 


But what I LOVE is that is it has no artificial dyes, sweeteners or flavors!!!  So that makes 3 Thumbs up! 

Please leave a comment if you think you would try this toothpaste and why :) 

Want to join a FUN Twitter Party: Join us as we chat about teeth brushing for kids and using natural personal care products. With thanks to our party sponsor, Tom's of Maine®, you can win 1 of 4 custom toothpaste and toothbrush gift packages or 1 of 4 Target gift cards!

Tweet your RSVP now, and one person will win the first prize of the party!

Party Details:

• Date and Time: Wednesday, April 10th at 1pm EST/12pm CST/10am PST
• Duration: 1 hour
• Hosted by @Smiley360 (you must be following us to win prizes)
• Sponsored by @TomsofMaine
• Hashtag: Take part by using #WickedCool in all your tweets
• Follow the party on Twitter, TweetChat or on our custom Tweetgrid

FREE Photo Book- 100 Pictures from your iPhone- Plus FREE SHIPPING

I take pictures everyday on my iPhone and then do nothing with after I share on Facebook or Instagram.  But now I have something to do with them- get them printed in a cool photobook.  Every month 100 picture photobook for $2.99 NOT BAD AT ALL- that's just paying for shipping by the way.  First thing that came to my head was- cool cheap Christmas gifts.  I know I'm silly but really not joking- what a cool gift idea.  Every month have a different theme.  I know my April book will be about Lil Mama and her Birthday.  My August book will be about the Summer Fun we had.  Every month I have ideas!!  One month I'm going to make a book of all Ron's airbrush pictures.  

The Allen Family gives GROOVEBOOK.COM a big 2 Thumbs Up and we will be continuing each month! 

You get to pick what pictures you upload each month.  I did make a duplicate of a couple pictures but guess what I can tear them out and give them away because all the pictures are printed on glossy photo paper and perforated for easy removal. That means you can share, frame, decorate, scrapbook and more.  How cool is that- very cool in my book! 

Download APP HERE

Enter PINKMAMASGROOVE coupon code to get your FIRST BOOK FREE YES FREE!!!

You will need to enter your credit card because it is a monthly service. However, you are under no obligation to continue past the first album if you don’t want it. For $2.99 a month it's great way to  get pictures developed CHEAP but the QUALITY is not lost. 

Need a little help~ they have a great YouTube video to walk you through the steps

Print a $2 Jamba Juice Coupon

Click on picture and get your $2 coupon!  I know I will be enjoying a Jamba Juice this week! 

WORDS to LIVE by and WHY!

When you THINK positive you surround yourself with good vibes! Also what harm can positivity bring?  I do need to work on this more though- sometimes I let negative thoughts get in my way!

EXERCISE daily- good one!!!  I really need to do this one.  I know I feel great after yoga or a bike ride but it's that push to do it that get's me every time! 

EAT healthy- AMEN!  When I put junk in my body I feel very sluggish and weak but when I fuel up on some fruit and salad man I feel like I can conquer the world.  The older I get the more I need to do this! 

WORK hard- well okay I'm sure that works for some but WORK sounds so official.  I feel great when I get things accomplished or completed so I will agree on that.  

STAY Strong- HECK YEAH!  The older I get the stronger I get that is for sure.  

WORRY less- I really need to work on this.  I can keep myself up at night just thinking about this and that so more sleep worry less! 

DANCE more- right on!  I love to dance and dancing was a big part of my life back in the day but these days not so much- but hey I have kids and Xbox now!

LOVE often- this is what keeps me going everyday!  The love in my house is beautiful. We all say I love you to someone at least 5-10 times a day.  

BE Happy~ Smiling is great medicine.  I'm happy in some aspects of my life and others well let's just say they are works in progress.  I'm happy and that is hard to say sometimes.  

What is one of these WORDS that help you? Leave comment to let me know! 

Kid Clothing Coupons- BeFrugal.com

Shopping for kids clothing can get expensive so I love checking in with my favorite deal site ~ BeFrugal.com

Kids grow so fast! Save on clothing for them using these coupons from BeFrugal:

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-          Score free shipping on orders $50+ with this Kids Foot Locker coupon code. Expires 4/6. Earn 6% Cash Back today.

-          Enjoy this Carter’s coupon for 25% off new arrivals. Expires 4/10. Earn 3% Cash Back today.

Cash back rates can change from day to day. These rates were valid 4/1. Join now for free and earn cash back when you shop!

What's For Dinner Giveaway~ ends 4/23

How many times a week do you say "What's for Dinner?  I know I do at least almost everyday because I'm never know until I go shopping.  Wouldn't it be cool to have access to an online menu planning site that will help you answer that dinner question- ENTER BELOW TO WIN AN ONE YEAR to EMEALS MENU PLANNING SERVICE! 

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