Yesterday I was driving home after picking up a few things I needed to make a dish for a Christmas dinner we're attending tonight! And traffic back from the store was twice as long and miserable, with the long wait of red brake lights. Driving does not bring out the best in me, but before I hurled my attitude down, this song came on the radio. Listening to it gave me goosebumps when the song I recognized began to change to different languages. For me, this is Christmas. There would be no joy, no hope, no love without this glorious gift. If you have a few minutes, watch this video of the song I heard.
What is Christmas to you?
Rediscovering myself in the new roles I now have, making the most of each day, by saving money and savoring life!
Tuesday, December 20, 2011
Monday, December 19, 2011
Awesome Pillsbury Potluck Party!
As you can see, Pillsbury makes holiday entertaining easier (and also can make dinners around a busy time much easier)! I'm no longer stressing about entertaining; in fact, I'm bringing the Pillsbury Party! The weekend after this Potluck Party, I used the leftover ham for a Ham 'n Cheese Omelet Bake, which was both yummy and impressive! For your next party, check out Pillsbury's site, and for those of us who need it as easy as possible, Ideas Made Easy are created in less than 30 minutes with less than 5 ingredients! Also, many Pillsbury products are currently on sale, and with coupons, you could save even more! Click to print a coupon for $1.10 off the purchase of Pillsbury refrigerated products for your creations!
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***Opinions are strictly my own. The Pillsbury product, information, food ideas, online coupon link, and prize pack have been provided by Pillsbury through MyBlogSpark.***
Monday, December 12, 2011
Are you finished Christmas shopping?!?
I was listening to the radio the other day, and they mentioned that the average American spends $700 per family member at Christmas. I was shocked because I spend less than $100 per family member, some times even closer to $20 -- the most extravagant was getting my husband a laptop (which I'm currently using -- hee hee) several years ago.
In conversation today, I met a lady who must be the average American. She mentioned that her father was giving her $350 to spend on each child. In addition to that, she was spending $250 on each child, and her partner was spending $200 on each child. As graciously as possible, I asked if she had considered setting some of that money aside for college since a 4-year-old really doesn't need $800 worth of toys, but she somehow dismissed that idea. I'm still somewhat in shock, and honestly saddened that Christmas has been cheapened to spending dollars, some of which could be put to better use like paying down debts or saving for the future. What good will all the extravagant toys do when the family has no emergency fund? Anyway, this lady is still happily doing her shopping. And I'm happily done with my shopping!
How about you? Are you still shopping? Honestly, what kind of budget do you have for presents?
By the way, if you're still shopping, I have a quick giveaway for $50 from BluePay, which provides non-profit credit card processing.
Photo Credit: Image: Ambro / FreeDigitalPhotos.net
Sunday, December 11, 2011
BluePay for Non-Profit Credit Card Processing with $50 Giveaway
For business owners or non-profit organizations who need the use of credit card processing, let me introduce you to BluePay. With offices in Chicago and New York, BluePay is a small business and full-service credit card processing solutions company. BluePay provides non-profit credit card processing; with customizable and secure solutions, they assist clients to provide an easy way to make donations. BluePay offers competitive rates with excellent customer service.
You can learn more about BluePay and their non-profit credit card processing solutions at http://www.bluepay.com . You can also follow BluePay on Twitter or LinkedIn.
BluePay is giving away a $50 Gift Card of the winner's choice. Be sure to click "Read More" to enter on the Rafflecopter form!
Thursday, December 8, 2011
Oral-B Stages
Our playgroup got to have the Oral-B Stages experience, and the party kit was fun. We had everything in it to keep smiles bright, from the Oral-B Stages toothbrush and toothpaste, complete with Pooh Bear, Cars Movies, or Disney Princesses. My little one love Pooh on the toothbrush!
From the party kit, my favorite was the Disney Daily Renewal Naturals. I love the fact that it's paraben, sulfate, and dye-free, natural and safe for little ones!
Teaching children good hygiene is so important, and I'm so glad Oral-B was able to help us accomplish that! Smiles and special thanks to MommyParties and Oral-B Stages!
****This is not a paid post. Thank you to MommyParties and Oral-B Stages who supplied the products for the party kit!****
Wednesday, December 7, 2011
Review Opportunity!
All right cloth diapering bloggers! Kebbie's Diaper Bag are looking for mamas to provide honest reviews and host giveaways of their cloth diapering products. Read more and sign up with Midnight Mommy!
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
Exciting News!
No, I'm not pregnant! But I wanted to announce that Judy (lucky #1) won the 39DollarGlasses giveaway, and coming up really soon will be a giveaway for a $50 gift card of your choice!
Photo Credit: Image: Ambro / FreeDigitalPhotos.net
Monday, December 5, 2011
Pillsbury Potluck Planning!
I'm planning my Pillsbury Potluck Party where each family will prepare a Pillsbury recipe to share with the others. With 30 minutes and 5 ingredients or less, which sound good to you?!?
- Crescent Cranberry Wreath
- Italian Crescent Casserole
- Chicken-Chili Crescent Bake
- So-Easy Chicken Pot Pie
- Spicy Chipotle Twists
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