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What to do on Black Friday When You DON’T Want to Shop

I don't know about you, but the last place I want to be on Black Friday is in a retail establishment.  I am a huge Cyber Monday fan, so this makes Black Friday even that much more unappealing.  In case you do brave the crowds, here's what you need to ... Read some More »

6 Comments Filed Under: Parenting Tagged With: aquarium, black friday, cyber monday, holiday gift, holidays, massage, Massage Envy, The Holiday

Last Minute Classroom Halloween Treats!

I love Halloween because its one of those holidays I can be a bit creative.  I like to send the boys to school with some treats for their classmates, usually something Pinterest-y.  This year I truly had good intentions, but time got away from me and ... Read some More »

19 Comments Filed Under: Parenting Tagged With: craft idea, crepe paper, goodie bags, googly eyes, halloween, Halloween Treats, holidays

Are Layaway Plans Truly Worth It?

A layaway plan is defined as a system of paying a deposit to secure an item for later purchase. Layaway plans were super popular back in the 70's and early 80's and have recently been popping back up during holiday season.  Once having the stigma ... Read some More »

36 Comments Filed Under: Gift Guides Tagged With: cancellation fee, holiday season, holiday shopping, holidays, layaway options, layaway plan, Layaway plans

A Mom’s Guide to More Affordable Family Travel

I have always loved to travel - it’s something that I’m very passionate about. Of course, it was a lot easier to go on vacation before I had little ones to think about, but I haven’t let having a family stop me from seeing the world. Now I just take ... Read some More »

10 Comments Filed Under: Parenting, Travel Tagged With: family, family travel, family vacation, family vacations, flights, holidays, luggage, travel, vacations, weather

10 Most Popular Halloween Costumes & Great Gift Ideas

*I was given a complimentary Eleni's cookie gift package in exchange for my honest opinion.  All opinions are 100% my own. I don't know what I want to be for Halloween just yet.  I thought I had some time to decide, but technically the holiday is ... Read some More »

6 Comments Filed Under: Gift Guides Tagged With: bakery, candy corn, children, cookie monster, decorating ideas, gift ideas, great gift idea, halloween, holidays, national retail federation

Patriotic Fruit Salad!

Holidays such as Memorial Day, the Fourth of July, and Labor Day to name a few are synonymous with get togethers with family and friends.  That usually entails making something that evokes the spirit of the holiday.  For this past Memorial Day (and ... Read some More »

16 Comments Filed Under: Food, Health Tagged With: berries, blueberries, family and friends, fourth of july, fruit salad, holidays, labor day, memorial day, seedless watermelon, yum

Three New Uses For Pool Noodles

Unless you are on vacation or on the other side of the world, you are more than likely not using a pool noodle right now.  Here are three different uses for those pool noodles lying around your backyard or garage. Wreath Base - Form a circle with ... Read some More »

4 Comments Filed Under: Lifestyle Tagged With: boots, holidays, little kid, pool, pool noodle, pool noodles, scarves, shape, sweaters, The Holiday, warm climate

Little House on the Prairie Ultimate Prize Package Giveaway

I am participating in this giveaway on behalf of Bloggin’ Mamas. I grew up with Lit­tle House on the Prairie®.  We'd watch the show as a family - Laura Ingalls brings back memories.  My dad would even kid with us around the holidays when we ... Read some More »

Leave a Comment Filed Under: Giving Away!, What I'm... Tagged With: blog, Bloggin Mamas, christmas, giveaway, holidays, launch, Laura Ingalls Wilder, Laura Ingles, Little House on the Prairie, Lit­tle House on the Prairie, memories, Retail Value, The Holiday, wish list

Happy Holidays!

I'm taking the day off today from blogging, but wanted to wish you and your family and very happy holiday!! ... Read some More »

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