Once I learned children under 3 get into Disney Theme parks with no admission fee, I knew that a trip to Disney was going to be our 2012 family vacation. Driving there is a no-brainer. With the cost of airfare for a family of four, plus all the stuff we’ll need to bring it just makes economic sense. My bigger question is where are we going to stay? A week in a decent hotel in Orlando can easily cost $1500 or more and that’s for a basic room with two double beds. With a 15-year old and a 2-year … [Read more...]
How To Rent A Timeshare
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Bada Bing Potatoes
July 29, 2011 By 7 Comments
I love going to the farmers market and letting the produce decide what I'm going to eat for the week. A few weeks ago I visited our local market and came home with a some beautiful new potatoes. Not wanting to do my typical roasted potatoes, I poked around for a slightly different variation and found this recipe. My technique and ingredients were slightly different but the results were the same, beautifully crisp potatoes full of flavor. Bada bing potatoes, who knew they'd be so good! … [Read more...]
Ginsu Chikara Series Knife Set
July 25, 2011 By 7 Comments
Oh Ginsu, I have very fond memories of you. I remember as a child watching your late night infomericals (I never was a morning person). How you chopped away at a tree and then sliced a tomato with such ease. If only my 7 year old self had a some cash, I would have bought a set of knives for only $9.95! Fast forward 30 years and the image of Ginsu has changed. No longer the king of the infomercial, Ginsu can be found at mass retailers such as Sears, Macy's and Target. Add to that a shiny … [Read more...]
Christmas In July – Package Preview!
July 23, 2011 By 1 Comment
I am so thrilled to be a part of Christmas In July hosted by Just Married With Coupons, Matter of Cents and Money $aving Michele. With 125+ blogs participating, all offering prize packages valued at $50 or more, we're making it easy for you to win all sorts of fabulous prizes. How are we making it easy for you? A linky will be available at the bottom of the actual giveaway post to make so you can hop from giveaway to giveaway. So what fabulous prizes can you win? You can check out all the … [Read more...]
Plank On This
July 21, 2011 By Leave a Comment
I must be living under a rock. Until last Monday, I had no clue what planking was. If you too have been living in a dark place with unaware of the latest internet crazes, let me help you. Planking in the most basic of terms is lying down, perfectly stiff with your arms at your side. Sounds silly and simple, right? It can be. Often pictures of planking are taken in public places and the odder the planking place is, the better. … [Read more...]
Signs You’re Not Ready for Potty Training
July 20, 2011 By 10 Comments
Think your child is ready for potty training? Maybe they are but the bigger question is are YOU? I admit, I was feeling the self-imposed pressure of having her potty trained. Not a day would pass that I didn't see "Katie peed in the potty" or "I know its TMI but Alex pooped in the toilet for the first time" in someones Facebook post. Not wanting to be left out of the TMI status updates, I tried potty training for a day. Yup, that's all it took for me to realize BOTH of us need to be … [Read more...]
groOrganic Gardening Planner Review & Giveaway
July 18, 2011 By 4 Comments
Last year I tried to be Miss Greenthumbs and it backfired on me in such a big way. First, my plant beds became infested with poison ivy. Of course, I'm highly allergic to all things weedy. A couple of trips to the dermatologist for steroids and I was somewhat better. Second, that damn bird. I have no idea what kind it was. All I know is that it loved tomatoes. All excited to see a red, plump tomato on the vine, I would go to pick it and find a huge hole! Talk about eating like a bird. … [Read more...]
Quick Recipe for Veal Orecchiette
July 15, 2011 By 7 Comments
This is a quick recipe for Veal Orecchiette, easy enough to make during the week. Pair it with some crusty bread to soak up some of the leftover sauce and you have a great meal. Make sure you use white wine worthy of drinking!Veal Orecchiette 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 medium white onion, finely chopped 1 garlic clove, minced 1 lb ground veal Salt & Pepper 1/2 cup dry white wine (must be drink worthy) 14 oz can of chicken broth or stock 1 tsp chopped fresh … [Read more...]
Resolution Recap
July 11, 2011 By 2 Comments
Mid-year two things usually happen: I turn another year old (OK, this always happens) and I look back on my New Year’s Resolutions to see how I’ve done. After all, what’s the point of putting your resolutions out there if you never follow through with them? Heck, sometimes its even hard to remember what they were! As I read through the list, I caught myself rolling my eyes. I must have been engaging in NYE spirits when I wrote some of the items on the list. Family New experiences? I … [Read more...]
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July 8, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Purex and Parents Magazine have partnered to provide you a great deal. Receive a full year of Parents Magazine for only $4! For 12 issues, that's only 33 cents an issue. Use code Purex Promo Code PX1479 to sign up here. Offer available to US residents only. ? … [Read more...]
Sarah is a healthcare administrator, mother of one spunky 6-year old daughter and a travel blogger living in Wichita, Kansas. Join her as she tackles life in the midwest one to-do list at a time.
