Saturday, December 31, 2011

Happy New Year's Eve

***COUNTDOWN CLOCK REMOVED***


Well it's almost here.  Time sure goes by fast, even faster the older you get. :-(

I thought it might be fun to add a countdown clock to my blog.  I've added it to your left. let me know what you all think about it.  I might keep it for the rest of the holidays.  

I want to take this time to thank my family for all their support this year.  I could not have gotten through this year without your love and support, thank you from the bottom of my heart.

Also to my boyfriend who keeps me laughing and on the straight and narrow when I need it. 

Thanks to all who have visited my blog.  I'm new at this and hope that this year will be the year my blog takes off.

Everyone one have a safe and happy New Year.

Please designate a driver, it's better to be safe then sorry. 

Lose weight with QVC's.........


What can I say about QVC??? 

It's just the greatest thing in the world. 
My best purchase is our Cook's Essential 11" Everyday Pan,  I love anything that is metal utensil safe. 

Nothing sticks to this pan, it's amazing.  Think back to a time when you tried to make the perfect omelet and it stuck to the bottom of the pan.  

Stick no more!!!  Cook's Essential 11" Everyday Pan is your friend.

We use it for everything from breakfast to dinner. 

This would be a great pan for all of you who's New Year's resolution is to lose weight.  

Thursday, December 29, 2011

A portion of my earnings will be donated to The American Cancer Society

I have decided to extending this to the end of January 2012.
25% of my earnings from Dec. 15 to Jan. 31, 2012 will be donated to the American Cancer Society.  So far my earnings have not been enough to warrant a donation.  Please pass my link below along to anyone you know that orders from Amazon along with students who may need to buy books for next semester. 

Thank you to all who have purchased so far. 



I am re-posting this because I believe it's important to get the word out that I will be donating 25% of my Dec.15 -Dec 31 earnings.
Please help me help the American Cancer Society.
My earnings have been sparse so please pass the word along.
All help is greatly appreciated
They are there to help us and we should help them.




This holiday season I have been thinking a lot about all the friends and family I've lost in the last 5 years. All passed due to cancer except one. Most recently was my boyfriends mother.

He reached out to The American Cancer Society for knowledge and guidance and they were so great to him. He appreciated it so much that he wanted to write a letter of appreciation after his mother passed.

Before he got the chance to write the letter they had called him to see if he needed any other information or help. Both he and I were impressed with their professionalism, patience and understanding. Because of that I have decided to donate 25% of all my Dec. 15 thru Dec. 31 earnings from Amazon to The American Cancer Society


Please use my Amazon link below to make your purchases thru Dec. 31.


Click Here to Order From Amazon


I will post my earnings amount and donation amount by January 31st.

Happy Holidays Everyone Be Safe!!!

Sunday, December 25, 2011

Merry Christmas

The actual birth date of Christ is unknown but we have chosen December 25th to celebrate. Children should understand why they receive gifts on December 25th. It is because the Wise men gave Mary gifts of Gold, Frankincense and Myrrh for Jesus. The gifts were precious and had spiritual meaning.

Gold is for royalty. The Wise men gave this gift as they recognized Jesus as being a King, they had followed His star, it leads them to the place He was in, and when they found Him, they offered their gifts to Him.

Frankincense is connected to worship and the Jewish People burned it at the altar when they prayed to God. Jesus has a Devine nature and the Wise men knew that He came from God so this is why that gift was offered.

Myrrh was a perfume. It was used for burial to prevent the smell of decay following death. They knew that this Royal, Devine king would die for the sins of the World so they offered Him this gift.

This is the real meaning of Christmas and this is what we should teach our Children.

Luke 2:10-11 do not be afraid, for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which will be to all People. For there is born to you this day in the City of David a Savior who is Christ the Lord.

Saturday, December 24, 2011

Happy Christmas Eve


Just had to say "Happy Christmas Eve" to everyone before I really sign off for a few days.  

I hope everyone has a very Happy Holiday. 

Also, I need to thank everyone for supporting me and visiting my blog.  These first few months have been a learning experience.

Happy Holidays to everyone and please be safe.

Friday, December 23, 2011

2 Days and Counting


Happy Holidays everyone.

There's only 2 days left until Christmas.  Your only luck to get gifts by Dec. 25th is to shop locally. 

I want to wish each and everyone of you a very Happy Holiday Season.

I will be off for the next few days.  I will be back to posting about all Holidays on Dec. 27th.

The next Holiday is New Years.  Amazon has an amazing amount of New Year's decorations.

Follow the link below to the Amazon homepage of savings and value.

Thursday, December 22, 2011

3 Days and counting






Happy Holidays everyone.

With only 3 days until Christmas Day, today is the last day to possibly get your gifts from Amazon by Christmas*.

Check the top right corner of the homepage to see if you qualify for delivery by Christmas.   

Happy Holidays to you all.

Amazon Homepage



*Certain rules and restrictions apply


Wednesday, December 21, 2011

4 Days and counting




Happy Holidays everyone.

With only 4 days left until Christmas Day, each day I will post Amazon's Deal of the Day.

The closer we get to Christmas the better the deals should be.  At this point you may need to pay for expedited shipping.

The link will also show the Lighting Deals that are available.
Lighting deals are great deals but don't last very long. 

As soon as one is gone another one starts so check back every hour.

Tuesday, December 20, 2011

Top Holiday Toy Deals - Up to 70% Off

 
 
Why run around from store to store at the last minute! 

Make things easy on yourself.

Get your last minute gifts at Amazon. 

Remember 25 % of my Dec.15 thru Dec. 31 earnings are going to the American Cancer Society.  







You Still Have Time.....If You hurry


You still have time to order the Kindle Fire.

The #1 selling item on Amazon.

To ensure delivery by December 24, choose FREE Super Saver Shipping at checkout.

You can watch movies, you have access to apps, games, music, reading and more, plus Amazon's revolutionary, cloud-accelerated web browser.

This is an amazing tablet for the price.

Hurry they're still in stock.



5 Days and Counting




Happy Holidays everyone.

With only 5 days left until Christmas Day, each day I will post Amazon's Deal of the Day.

The closer we get to Christmas the better the deals should be.  At this point you may need to pay for expedited shipping.

The link will also show the Lighting Deals that are available.
Lighting deals are great deals but don't last very long.  As soon as one is gone another one starts so check back every hour.

Monday, December 19, 2011

The TRUE Meaning of Christmas

I AM RE-POSTING THIS BECAUSE I THINK IT'S IMPORTANT


The Holidays seem so commercial these days. It's a shock when you walk into a store a couple of months before Christmas and see the decorations out.

We all put up a tree and decorate the outside of our homes. Some of us even put up a nativity scene.

We spend so much time rushing around buying presents so everyone will be happy Christmas morning. Do we really live in the spirit of Christmas?

We, as adults, need to remember the true meaning of Christmas is the birth of Christ and teach our children that without His birth

6 Days and Counting




Happy Holidays everyone.

With only 6 days left until Christmas Day, each day I will post Amazon's Deal of the Day.

The closer we get to Christmas the better the deals should be.  At this point you may need to pay for expedited shipping.

The link will also show the Lighting Deals that are available.
Lighting deals are great deals but don't last very long.  As soon as one is gone another one starts so check back every hour.

Sunday, December 18, 2011

7 days and counting



Happy Holidays everyone.

With only 7 days left until Christmas Day, each day I will post Amazon's Deal of the Day.  The closer we get to Christmas the better the deals should be.

At this point you may need to pay for expedited shipping.

The link will also show the Lighting Deals that are available.

Lighting deals are great deals but don't last very long. 

As soon as one is gone another one starts so check back every hour.


Saturday, December 17, 2011

Last minute gifts



Can't seem to find that perfect gift for that someone special.  GiftTree.com has wide selection of premium gift baskets, wine gifts, personalized gifts and more.

Use GiftTree.com to send your Holiday flowers.

Hurry time is running out.
 

GiftTree.com



8 Days and Counting



Happy Holidays everyone.

With only 8 days left until Christmas Day, each day I will post Amazon's Deal of the Day.  The closer we get to Christmas the better the deals should be.

The link will also show the Lighting Deals that are available.

Lighting deals are great deals but don't last very long. 

As soon as one is gone another one starts so check back every hour.


Friday, December 16, 2011

New Year's Eve is coming!!!


I really hate to do this to all of you right before Christmas but New Year's Eve is coming.  It's 14 days away.

I know all of you will be planning your New Year's Eve parties and you'll want to make them special.

Use the link below to order all you New Year's Eve party needs and through out the year for all your birthday parties.




9 Days and Counting



Happy Holidays everyone.

With only 9 days left until Christmas Day, each day I will post Amazon's Deal of the Day.

The link will also show you the Lighting Deals that are available.

Lighting deals are great deals but don't last very long. As soon as one is gone another one starts so check back every hour.

Thursday, December 15, 2011

A portion of my earnings will be donated to The American Cancer Society


This holiday season I have been thinking a lot about all the friends and family I've lost in the last 5 years. All passed due to cancer except one.  Most recently was my boyfriends mother.

He reached out to The American Cancer Society for knowledge and guidance and they were so great to him. He appreciated it so much that he wanted to write a letter of appreciation after his mother passed.

Before he got the chance to write the letter they had called him to see if he needed any other information or help. Both he and I were impressed with their professionalism, patience and understanding.  Because of that I have decided to donate 25% of all my Dec. 15 thru Dec. 31 earnings from Amazon to The American Cancer Society.

Please use my Amazon link below to make your purchases thru Dec. 31.


I will post my earnings and donation amount by January 31st.

Happy Holidays Everyone Be Safe!!!

Countown is starting - 10 Days and Counting


Happy Holidays everyone.

With only 10 days left until Christmas Day, each day I will post Amazon's Deal of the Day.

The link will also show you the Lighting Deals that are available.


Lighting deals are great deals but don't last very long.


As soon as one is gone another one starts so check back every hour.

Wednesday, December 14, 2011

Asian Citrus Salad with Apple Turnovers


I initially created this blog to help everyone shop frugal and use coupons to create cost effective meals.

I had lost sight of that lately with Thanksgiving and Christmas around the corner. So, I am back on track now.

I am really tired of eating meat and think I will be vegetarian until Christmas dinner.

All the items in this recipe come from extended Ralph's ad ( 12/14 - 12/25).

REMINDER: Coupons are regional and value may be higher or lower

Asian Citrus Salad with Apple Turnovers - 4 servings 

2 bags - Dole or Fresh Selections Salad Blends - $1.99 ea.
      (Be on the look out for a Blinkie – Read it carefully, there are exclusions)

1 Bottle - Tropicana Orange Juice or Trop50 Juice 59-64 oz - $2.99

1 can - Pillsbury Cinnamon, Crescent Rolls or Grands Biscuits – 1.99
      (CPN – 10/23 SS .40/3)

1- Whole Pineapple - .99 lb. 

2 - Navel Oranges - .99lb. 

4 – Rome apples

1 – 16oz bad of shelled walnuts - $5.99

Wash lettuce, apples and oranges. Peel oranges and section, each salad will get ½ and orange. Cut and core

11 Days and Counting


Happy Holidays everyone.

With only 11 days left until Christmas Day, each day I will post Amazon's Deal of the Day.

The link will also show you the Lighting Deals that are available.


Lighting deals are great deals but don't last very long.


As soon as one is gone another one starts so check back every hour.

Tuesday, December 13, 2011

Remember the candy from your chidhood - Great Christmas gift


Ever feel like you want to step back into time when you were a kid? All the great fun and running around we all use to do. Well that's where my thoughts took me last night as I happily looked at a website I found.

Oldtimecandy.com has all the great candies from the 50's, 60's, 70's and 80's?  It's a fantastic website.  It's extremely friendly to navigate and you can shop by candy type, candy decade, candy occasion, you can pack-a-bag or order one of thier already packaged decade boxes.

Reto candy would be a great Christmas gift or a great hostess gift for a holiday party.

Have a 70's themed New Year's Eve party and use 70's candy as part of the theme.

Plus, you get 10% off for the month of December.

10% Off at OldTimeCandy.com for December with promo code (97381)!

Don't wait, candy is call your name!!!!

QVC - Last Minute Clearance Deals


Waiting until the last minute to shop just saved you money!  QVC has great Last Chance Clearance items to choose from.
Items are available in final quantities and priced to move!
If you shop now you'll get your items in time for Christmas.

Shop Amazon - 12 Day and Counting



Happy Holidays everyone.

With only 12 days left until Christmas Day, each day I will post Amazon's Deal of the Day.

The link will also show you the Lighting Deals that are available.

Lighting deals are great deals but don't last very long.

As soon as one is gone another one starts so check back every hour.

Monday, December 12, 2011

13 Days and Counting



Happy Holidays everyone.

With only 13 days left until Christmas Day, each day I will post Amazon's Deal of the Day.

The link will also show you the Lighting Deals that are available.

Lighting deals are great deals but don't last very long.

As soon as one is gone another one starts so check back every hour.

Sunday, December 11, 2011

The TRUE Meaning of Christmas


The Holidays seem so commercial these days. It's a shock when you walk into a store a couple of months before Christmas and see the decorations out.

We all put up a tree and decorate the outside of our homes. Some of us even put up a nativity scene.
We spend so much time rushing around buying presents so everyone will be happy Christmas morning. Do we really live in the spirit of Christmas?

We, as adults, need to remember the true meaning of Christmas is the birth of Christ and teach our children that without His birth there would be no Christmas.

The actual birth date of Christ is unknown but we have chosen December 25th to celebrate. Children should understand why they receive gifts on December 25th. It is because the Wise men gave Mary gifts of Gold, Frankincense and Myrrh for Jesus. The gifts were precious and had spiritual meaning.

Gold is for royalty. The Wise men gave this gift as they recognized Jesus as being a King, they had followed His star, it leads them to the place He was in, and when they found Him, they offered their gifts to Him.

Frankincense is connected to worship and the Jewish People burned it at the altar when they prayed to God. Jesus has a Devine nature and the Wise men knew that He came from God so this is why that gift was offered.

Myrrh was a perfume. It was used for burial to prevent the smell of decay following death. They knew that this Royal, Devine king would die for the sins of the World so they offered Him this gift.

This is the real meaning of Christmas and this is what we should teach our Children.

Luke 2:10-11 do not be afraid, for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which will be to all People. For there is born to you this day in the City of David a Savior who is Christ the Lord.

Saturday, December 10, 2011

15 Days and Counting


Happy Holidays everyone.

With only 15 days left until Christmas Day, each day I will post Amazon's Deal of the Day. 

The link will also show you the Lighting Deals that are available. 

Lighting deals are great deals but don't last very long. 

As soon as one is gone another one starts so check back every hour. 

Holiday Cookies!!!






I love these cookies so much. 

As I stated in an earlier post, when I was working I had a customer that would send me a basket full at Christmas, I tried really hard not to share :-).


Send loved ones a bouquet or tin for any occasion.

Thursday, December 8, 2011

Target Coupon vs. Manufacturer's Coupons


I know there are a lot of you who love to print coupons from the Target website, as do I, Can't beat the stacking. Although, I have noticed there have been people asking how to tell the difference between a manufacturers coupon
and a Target coupon before they print.

Well, as of this post there are 2 ways to do that before you print:

My favorite way is to

Tuesday, December 6, 2011

19 days and counting


Happy Holidays everyone.

With only 19 days left until Christmas Day, each day I will post Amazon's Deal of the Day. 

The link will also show you the Lighting Deals that are available. 

Lighting deals are great deals but don't last very long. 

As soon as one is gone another one starts so check back every hour. 

RE: Got Your Holiday On ?


I received a comment regarding my decorating idea from Anonymous

"What a great idea. I am going to go room by room looking for bright colorful things that I can string together. How about stringing some of the kid's small toys for the tree? Blocks, small cars and trucks, jacks, and who knows what else could be used?"

Well Anonymous has GREAT ideas.  Search your

Monday, December 5, 2011

20 Days til Christmas!!!


Happy Holidays everyone.

With only 20 days left until Christmas Day, each day I will post Amazon's Deal of the Day. 

The link will also show you the Lighting Deals that are available. 

Lighting deals are great deals but don't last very long. 

As soon as one is gone another one starts so check back every hour. 

Friday, December 2, 2011

What a Great Price!!! Just For the Cook in the House


Just saw this and had to share.

I have 2 of these, 1 for coffee and 1 for spices.

Couldn't live without it.

Think about this as a gift for the cook in the house.

Thursday, December 1, 2011

Got Your Holiday On ?


Every year I tell myself I'm going to start everything EARLY for the holidays. When I say early I mean after Halloween.

Well, again I'm starting late. I'm having such a hard time this year trying to get going. Money is tight and I'm sure that has a lot to do with it but it just doesn't feel like Christmas, yet.

I was just watching TV and saw a show that motivated me a little to start decorating. Some of the decorations on the show were made from items that were found in homes, now I'm on a mission to search my house for items I can use as or use to create decorations. There will be NO decorating items purchased this year. If I don't have it in the house then I don't need it.

I'll update once a week and if I can find my camera I'll photograph what I've made.

Happy Holidays everyone. Be safe.