As She Grows.......

Well...I am now beginning to car seat shop for my daughter...as she is approaching the 11Th month mark and will soon be ready to move out of her infant carrier......Kind of sad.....I just cannot believe it has almost been a year since we came home from the hospital with her....It's also exciting to see how she has grown so fast, and to see her reach new milestones almost everyday it seems like. I have been looking at reviews, prices, and information it seems like there are pros and cons to almost every seat out there...LOL...LOL!!! I did come across one seat that had some good reviews and is 50% off with free shipping.....The Cosco Summit High Back Booster Car Seat for $63.00 Shipped....


I know that January is the month for Baby Clearance....as the new models are coming out for 2008 now....I am so nervous though to buy a seat in the store without having a chance to read the reviews about the seat online.....I know, I know.....I did it for my sons seat a few years back with no hesitation at all....Now, I am nervous to just buy without reading and reviewing first.....Wierdo...I know!!! They had an Eddie Bauer on Clearance in Target last week for 30% off...seemed nice, not too bulky, nice color, padding, style, etc. but...I just felt I had to research first! And guess what.......I got home to research and that seat did pretty well.......of course, if I would of purchased it....one out of five stars it would of received...LOL!!!

Well, enough babbling....sorry.....maybe a few deals can cheer you up......


The Childrens Place is having a HUGE 30% off Sale....They have this yoga top for $4.99......And as always Shipping is $5!!

JC PENNY is having their anuual Winter Sale....They have prices slashed 30-60% off!!!

Thinking Nice Warm Happy Thoughts.....

That's right....it was like spring today...it was so refreshing!!! I even noticed at the store today that the cashiers, deli personal, and Baggers were smiling.....That's definitely not everyday that you see that..LOL!!! Except for the cashier in my case....Marie, she's a doll....anymore I look forward to going to the grocery store each week to catch up and see how how things are with her...Alright, alright I may be fabricating just a bit....Marie does make my shopping trip more enjoyable, and my kiddies love to see her, but who am I kidding...unless they start serving Free lunches while you shop...I just seem to dread it EVERY Week!!!!......As do the kiddies, of course too!! Well with it being so nice out today, we got out, took a walk to the park, and just plain old had some fum outside for a bit....It was lovely..really!! So all day I have been thinking about the nicer weather to be coming to our town...hopefully sooner than later!!!

If you would like to think summer, and grilling right now, Omaha Steaks is having their January Sale....Lots of items just $19.99!!! I have had a few of their items, and have never been disappointed at all!! Sale ends Tomorrow Wednesday...So HURRY!!!

LNT has these nice Beacon Looms Gossamer Window Curtains on Clearance for $1.99 to $9.99 (Regularly 11.99-49.99)......These would be great to change up on the window during Spring Cleaning.....I bet you cannot wait for that...LOL!!!

Walk Into Valentine's Looking Good.......

Still in need of a new pair of shoes for yourself??? Use online coupon ENDYEAR07 to get 20% off your entire order (some brands are excluded)Expires 1/7/08. Shoebuy offers free shipping, free return shipping and a 110% price guarantee. I have personally ordered a few holiday gifts there and they were great with returns...just FYI!!

I know, I know you are Holidayed Out...But Valentine's Day is just around the corner...so thought I would get you in the mood with this Baker's Secret Holiday Small Heart-Shaped Pan for only $5.99...it is eligible for FREE Shipping if you spend $25 or more too!!

And You Thought Grocery Deals Are Hard to Come By.....

Ahh...Finally The January Can-Can Sale....YEAH!!! That's right today was so beautiful out that it does not even feel like January...But is a week or two when temperatures drop back down..you will realize it....But please do not miss the Big Shop Rite Sale!!!! A few highlights of the sale this week (Ends Saturday) are Pampers Diapers are $7.99 (jumbo pack), Beechnut Baby food is 12 jars for $4.99, Lysol Wipes are 3 containers for $4, Shop Rite Canned Veggies 3 cans for $1, and Flintstones Vitamins (including Gummy) are $3.49. These are some really Great DEALS!!! There are manufacturer coupons out for the Pampers diapers (last weeks P&G insert), Flintstones Vitamins (this weeks coupon insert), and Beechnut Baby Food (Coupon in this weeks insert as well). So now the great prices are even BETTER!!!! It's about time good grocery prices on things I need...LOL!!!! The price of groceries is so very high lately...it feels great to finally get some great deals!!!

At CVS this week, they are running a sale on all CVS brand items, Buy one get one 50% off until Saturday. This includes CVS diapers, wipes, lotions, medicines, etc. On CVS online all of CVS brand products are 30% off with Free Shipping thru January 25Th. I am a huge fan of CVS diapers as I think they are great!! Plus the nice thing about CVS is you are in-and-out in no time at all, and there is never a long wait to check out!!! A big Plus to shopping there!!

Happy Shopping!! Happy Savings too!!!

Chilly...Still...Why Not Cook????

Still a little chilly here...so what better to do than cook up some great food??!! I am not a chef by any means.....hubby will surely vouch for that!!! LOL!! But I do have a few great recipes to share......I love to have company over and start off with some Yummy appetizers to pick on as we talk and laugh.......Here is a good one you must try.....(I know, I know, where was I with the delicious recipes a few weeks ago when you had a zillion places to go/or had a million people stopping by your place...I do apologize for the lateness...) The roast recipe is killer...this was passed onto me and it is a big hit in my family....even if you burn toast you can make this just perfectly!!

--Taco Dip--

Ingredients

1 16oz container of Sour Cream
1 jar Salsa (must be thick and chunky)
1 package (8 oz.) shredded Cheddar Cheese or Taco Blend
1/2 head iceberg lettuce shredded
2 medium sized ripe tomatoes diced
1/2 packet Taco Seasoning Mix

Mix together the salsa, taco seasoning mix and sour cream in a small bowl. Using a spatula transfer the mixture into a glass Pyrex dish or disposable lasagna foil tray(make for easy transport) Then place lettuce on top, then layer on the diced tomatoes, then sprinkle on all the cheese. Refrigerate for a half hour then serve with Tortilla Chips for dipping.

Note: If you premake the mixture...place the lettuce, tomatoes, and cheese on the top just before guests arrive....this will prevent soggy lettuce!!

Enjoy!!

--The Best Roast--

One Bottom Round Roast (about 4-5 lbs)
3 cans Cream of Mushroom Soup
1 packet of Onion Soup Mix

Cut the fat off the roast (if any). Put all ingredients in the crock pot and let cook on low for about 5-6 hours.

Note-Crock Pot temperatures vary, so check on it periodically the first time you make.
This roast is perfect with mashed potatoes, corn, and a salad. Use the extra gravy from the roast for your mashed potatoes. YUM!!

So COLD....Stay Warm WIth These!!!!

It is absolutely freezing here...But in a few days a Warm up is about to occur.....so exited...cannot wait!!! So tired of the cold.....if it was snowing at least it would be cold and pretty too...LOL!! Anyway, I am thinking warm thoughts.....probably because I am so stinking cold.......So here are a few Deals to keep keep you nice and toasty.....


Right now Amazon has these Pike Street 135-Gram Printed Flannel Queen Sheet Set, Lilacs for ONLY $8.99.....They also have these Pike Street 135-Gram Solid Flannel Twin Sheet Set, Ivory for $6.99 as well.

I know when we like to cuddle up to watch a movie with the family....we all like to put on our warm PJ's and snuggle under a nice warm blanket...Right now Old Navy has these Striped Sleep Sets for Baby for ONLY $4.99 a pair. My kiddies have TONS of these and they are great!! They also have these Women's Quilted Frost Free Jackets for ONLY $25.00 !! They look so very warm to me!!!

Hopefully you are warmer thinking about these deals!!!

Walk in to the New Year Right......

Well not sure about you...but I have been buying, buying, and buying for everyone else lately with the holidays and all that I neglected myself in shopping for me.....LOL LOL Sounds pretty good right??!! Just trying to make it seem okay to buy for myself!! I think it is working just fine! Well, right now Shoe buy is having some great Clearance Deals and you can save 20% more when you use code ENDYEAR07 at checkout. Coupon expires on the 7Th of January..so Hurry!! Shoe Buy is great..in fact I ordered a few presents from them and it worked out great!! They have lightening FAST shipping and a Super Easy return system, and best of all Shipping is FREE!!

While you are shopping for yourself...why not check out NY and Company...they are having a GREAT 70% off End-of-Season sale......To save even more enter promotion code 7450 at checkout.(Save $25 off of $50) They have this KHAKI LUREX STRIPE Shirt for only $14.99 (regularly $34.95). Time to stock up!!!

Well, I think that is enough spoiling yourself for one day...or at least hubby might think so...SO more deals tomorrow!!


Good Night!!

New Year...New Goals to Reach!!!

Well it is the beginning of the year...so I thought about some thing I hope to accomplish this year.........Save more money....stay organized, and keep the house clean!!!

ING is a great match for helping you to save more money....they have GREAT rates, are super easy to use (hooks up to a bank account you currently have) and the rates are always rising!!! So you make even more money...YEAH!!! Right now their Orange Savings Account is paying 4.10% Annual Percentage Yield..... their Orange CD's will help you reach your savings goal faster with a 12-month CD at 4.70% APY. Pretty good, right!!

For storage solutions... These clear bins are great.....Right now LNT has this 10 Piece Clear Storage Set for $9.99 (reg. $14.99)..PLUS use a 20% off coupon to save even more!!! They also have these larger Clear Storage Bins on sale 2 For $10!!


And now some easy, cheap cleaning tips.....

1. Toilet Bowl Cleaner---Spray some white distilled vinegar on the toilet bowl rim and inside toilet bowl. Wipe Clean. This makes for a shiny toilet!

2. Need to clean your oven...mix up about 3.5 cups of water, 1/2 cup of baking soda and 1/2 cup of vinegar...use a towel/rag to wipe on...wait about 10 minutes and wipe clean with a wet towel/rag. Walla..Clean Oven!!

3. Dirty Microwave......Mix up a little baking soda (5 tablespoons or so)with about a quart of water......Now wipe down the inside of the microwave oven with wet towel/sponge.....Will be Gleaming!!

4. Inside of your Dishwasher Discolored- put about 1/2 container Orange Tang Drink Mix in it...Run dishwasher empty with tang in it.....Tang is high in citric acid and will loosen hard water deposits and loosen scale. When finished running wipe down inside of dishwasher.

Happy Cleaning!!!

Car Seat Deal for the Toddlers.....

This Cosco High Back Booster Car Seat is just $43.74 (regularly $79.99) at Amazon & this item ships for FREE with Super Saver Shipping. At almost half-price it seems like a good deal to me if you need a new car seat!!

If you can wait a little bit, Target will start to Clearance the baby items very soon....so keep a look out....When I was there the other day a few Diaper Bags were already marked down 30%!!

A Few Deals.....

If you have holiday pictures to print...Snap Fish has lowered their digital print price to 9 cents!! Hey, every little bit helps...Right!!

If you need diapers Target has Huggies and Pampers Big Boxes for $18.50...If you buy 2 boxes you will receive a $5 gift card at the register....Don't forget to use Manufacturer coupons as well to save even more!!! This sale in good until Saturday!!

If you need any small basic appliances LNT is having some great deals....They have this Black & Decker Smart Brew 12 Cup Digital Coffee Maker for $29.99 PLUS you get a $25 gift card with Purchase (by mail) !!! So for $5 its well worth it!!!!

Ohh...and Happy New Year to All!!