Make the most of the Olympic Summer - without leaving the house! When the whole world has well and truly caught Olympic fever and the sights coming from London are so spectacular, being ‘stuck at home’ may never have felt more dull. However the cost factor of the Olympics has also reached spectacular highs with nearly 10 billion pounds of public money being pumped into making it a success. If you didn’t manage to get your hands on a golden ticket or simply could not afford it, there are still ways to make the most of the Olympic Summer for all the family at a fraction of the cost, from the comfort of your own home. Bring the London Olympics into your home The Olympics only comes around once every four years, but even if you’re not attending you can still make sure that it’s memorable. If you are worried that their heads are getting frazzled by computer games and daytime TV during the summer break then the Olympics is a good means of introducing some productive fun back … [Read more...]
Archives for August 1, 2012
5 Frugal tips to get you through the Olympics
The 2012 Olympics are in full swing and recently I have been hearing about how much it costs these athletes to go and compete. Many of them filling for bankruptcy just to pay the taxes on their Gold, Silver and Bronze medals that they win. With all these athletes and their families it might be hard to figure out how to get around London with the least amount of cash as possible! Here are a few ideas you might want to use if you are lucky enough to be at the Olympics in London now! 1. Find banks with Cash Back Programs- I love my rewards and Cash Back cards because I know that with every penny I spend I am also earning rewards points for stores I use frequently or cash back on many of my every day purchases. 2. COUPONS - Yes even London takes coupons so if you find them and they are for something you would like then....USE THEM! 3. Booking flight- When booking your flight use a site that will compare prices with other sites! This will help you get the best … [Read more...]
VeggieTales: The Penniless Princess God’s Little Girl Review
VeggieTales: The Penniless Princess God's Little Girl I will never forget the first time saw a VeggieTales cartoon. I was babysitting my cousins and I was 16 years old. Even at that age VeggieTales had an impact on me. I knew right away that whenever I had a child and family of my own I wanted my children to watch VeggieTales because of the wholesome values that are taught in each cartoon. I love that VeggieTales lets young children know just how special they are in the eyes of God and teaches them bible stories. Recently I was sent VeggieTales The Penniless Princess for the purpose of this review. Every time we get a new VeggieTales DVD the kiddo's know I will make a special day of it. I pop the popcorn, break out the juice boxes and we have fun watching these DVD's together. I am then able to talk with the kids about what they saw and help the children understand the full message (the older ones get the message but it lets me explain things to the younger ones). In VeggieTales … [Read more...]
Chicken Soup for the Soul: Say Goodbye to Back Pain Review and Giveaway (3 Winners, US & Canada)
Chicken Soup for the Soul: Say Goodbye to Back Pain I am no stranger to Back Pain. I have had pain in my back since I got pregnant with my daughter over 7 years ago. For some reason it just never went away. This is something I would never wish on anyone as lower back pain is horrible! I was happy to review Chicken Soup for the Soul: Say Goodbye to Back Pain because I know this is an issue that many of you might have. It is also unlike any other Chicken Soup for the Soul book I have ever read and I was surprised they even had one for back pain. Chicken Soup for the Soul: Say Goodbye to Back Pain is written by Dr. Julie Silver of Harvard Medical School and also has other stories from others just like you and I. You will learn ways to help your back feel better and how to deal with flare-ups and chronic pain. On The Back Back and neck problems can be debilitating. This book will help. Through proper exercise, common-sense living, and a positive attitude, you can overcome injuries … [Read more...]
Fashion-World4u.com Sunglasses Review and Giveaway!
My Thoughts on Fashion-World4u Sunglasses My favorite thing to purchase every summer is a new pair of sunglasses! Since I was in high school I have made it a point to get a great pair of sunglasses that fit with my personality. Usually they are a funky color that I normally don't wear and I like them big! This might sound crazy but I really like my sunglasses to make a statement! This year I decided my awesome sunglasses were going to come from Fashion-World4u.com because I love their designer designs and their low price! As I looked through there site I seen so many pairs of sunglasses I would love to own but I narrowed it down to a pair that was inspired by Bvlgari. To be honest I had never heard of Bvlgari before but their style of shades were right up my alley! I loved the fun blue color as well as faux diamond V on the sides! Okay....so a plus is also the quality as well as the UV 400 protection! When shopping on the Fashion-World4u web site you will be able to break down … [Read more...]
VTech MobiGo & Dinosaur Train Game Review!
My Thoughts on Dinosaur Train and VTech MobiGo When my daughter was getting ready for Kindergarten the MobiGo was not available. But I knew that Learning Systems like this would be a great way to allow my daughter to learn in a form that was interesting to her. So I purchased a VTech Learning System that was available at that time and I must say although my daughter is now 7 it is still one of the best purchases I have ever made! Kids have a fascination with electronics. That is a fact! So why not let them play with something that is made for their age (3-8) and will be educational at the same time? The VTech MobiGo has all the advanced technology that kids are looking for; touch screen, keyboard, and there are lots of great games you can purchase so your child can focus on learning Vocabulary, Math, Problem Solving and more. Recently I was sent a VTech MobiGo for the purpose of my review. I was thrilled because not only did I get to review this awesome MobiGo with the kiddos … [Read more...]
Daily Trivia – $10 Walmart Gift Card
Want to win a $10 Walmart Gift Card? Of course you do! Welcome to our Daily Trivia Challenge where you can answer some simple questions to earn cash, gift cards, and lots of other great prizes! Come back every day for your new question. Questions must be answered on the day they are posted to receive credit, so make sure you come back and check in with us every day! Each correct answer will win you one entry for the monthly trivia prize (this month it’s a $10 Walmart Gift Card). Trivia questions will be posted at 9:00am MST daily and must be answered by 11:59 pm MST that same day. Question: How many times did the Summer Olympics feature the sport of Live Pigeon Shooting? … [Read more...]
July Trivia Answers
What did Little Bo-peep lose? her Sheep In the story of Goldilocks and the Three Bears, what type of food did Goldilocks find on the bear's table? Porridge What animal has black and white stripes and looks like a horse? Zebra What superhero can be found spinning webs and swinging from building to building? Spiderman What animal is considered the king of the jungle? Lion Who Said It: "Let us never negotiate out of fear. But never let us never fear to negotiate." JF Kennedy Who Said It: "I have nothing to declare except my genius." Oscar Wild Who Said It: "Give us the tools and we will do the job." Winston Churchill Who does Joanie from Happy Days marry? Chachi Who's nickname was Scarface? Al Capone Where is Leavenworth? Kansas Which of Winnie-the-Pooh's friends has his mother feed him watercress sandwiches? Roo In the Vietnam War, the term "Comic Books" was U.S. military slang for what item? Maps What is the name of the dog used for … [Read more...]
JCPenney FREE Hair Cuts for Kids
Don't forget that for the WHOLE Month of August JCPenney is giving children FREE Back to School Haircuts! This is valid for kids K-6th ONLY! Make sure to call ahead for an appointment! … [Read more...]