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LivingSocial and BJ’s Wholesale Club = Great Deal!

February 17, 2015 By Anne

We have been members of BJ’s Club for many years now. We shopped there more when we had 4 children at home and now we go about once a month. I wish I could sign up for this deal as you get a $25 BJ’s gift card, but I hope you can sign up and get a great deal!

Starting today, LivingSocial and BJ’s Wholesale Club are offering a great deal on a membership so you and your readers can score the best prices on everything for you and your family. For $35, you get a one-year BJ’s membership plus a $25 BJ’s gift card – a $75 value.

Membership to BJ’s Clubs means big savings on leading brands, from groceries to health and beauty to home goods. It’s one-stop-shopping that meets your needs for value, quality and selection that will not only save you money, but time, too. Shop BJ’s wide assortment of USDA Choice meats, premium produce and delicious organics as well as the latest electronics, exclusive seasonal merchandise, baby essentials and more!

The deal is valid at more than 205 BJ’s Club locations in 15 states from Maine to Florida. A limited number of memberships are available through this deal, and it ends Feb. 27.

Anne

I'm a mother of 2 who likes to get involved in too much! Besides writing here I started a non-profit, I'm on the PTO board, very active in my community and volunteer in the school. I enjoy music, reading, cooking, traveling and spending time with my family. We just adopted our 3rd cat and love them all!

Cinderella in Theaters – March 13, 2015

February 13, 2015 By Anne

I am so excited about all the fairy tale stories coming to life in the theaters! I love seeing them as real people. It makes for a fun and exciting way to re-visit them again. I look forward to see what’s coming up next!!

The story of “Cinderella” follows the fortunes of young Ella (Lily James) whose merchant father remarries following the death of her mother. Eager to support her loving father, Ella welcomes her new Stepmother (Cate Blanchett) and her daughters Anastasia (Holliday Grainger) and Drisella (Sophie McShera) into the family home. But, when Ella’s father unexpectedly passes away, she finds herself at the mercy of a jealous and cruel new family.

Soon, she is forced to become their servant, disrespected, covered in ashes and spitefully renamed Cinderella. Yet, despite the cruelty inflicted upon her, Ella will not give in to despair nor despise those who mistreat her, and she continues to remain positive, determined to honor her mother’s dying words and to “have courage and be kind.”

When Ella meets a dashing stranger in the woods, unaware that he is really the Prince (Richard Madden) and not merely Kit, an apprentice at the palace, she believes she has finally found a kindred soul. It appears her fortunes may be about to change when the King (Derek Jacobi) summons all maidens in the kingdom to attend a royal ball at the palace, raising Ella’s hopes of once again encountering the charming Kit. Alas, her Stepmother forbids her to attend and callously destroys her dress.

Meanwhile, the calculating Grand Duke (Stellan Skarsgård) devises a plan to thwart the Prince’s hopes of reuniting with Ella and enlists the support of the devious Stepmother. But, as in all good fairy tales, help is at hand. Soon, a kindly beggar woman (Helena Bonham Carter) steps forward and, armed with a pumpkin, a few mice and a magic wand, changes Cinderella’s life forever.

Comes out March 13, 2015
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Anne

Are You Prepared for Cold & Flu Season? #ReliefisHere

February 12, 2015 By Anne

This is a sponsored post for SheSpeaks/P&G.

It’s that time of year when the germs are floating everywhere. With two children in school someone is bound to bring home a cold and pass it around. Right before Christmas break the Flu was going around but thankfully did not hit our house. However the cold did. And yes my husband and I got it as well.

So off to Wal-Mart to get some Vicks DayQuill and NyQuill Severe. Wal-Mart always has the best prices on so many things. I had a very bad cough and the NyQuill Severe really helped me get a good nights sleep. I also slept sitting up to help with that cough. I’ve never had a cough so bad before. During the Day Vicks DayQuill really helped me get things done and stay on track although I did squeeze in some much needed rest.

During this cold and flu season I take extra care in wiping down all the door handles and making sure we all wash our hands more frequently. For me the worst thing about being sick is not being able to get done all the things I need to get done. This year my cough is the worst. It’s still lingering on even months later.

Going to Walmart to get our cold supplies is always first. They have the best prices around. Plus you can always get all the other cold essentials you need like tissues and chicken soup.

Vicks DayQuil and NyQuil Severe are available at Walmart.com and in stores. Be sure to stock up to prepare for cough, cold and flu season.

Vicks NyQuil Severe Cold & Flu – The powerful NyQuil relief you trust now with a decongestant. Plus it’s available in caplets or liquid.

Temporarily relieves common cold/flu symptoms including:

Nasal congestion
Sinus congestion and pressure
Cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation
Cough to help you sleep
Minor aches and pains
Headache
Fever
Sore throat
Runny nose and sneezing
Reduces swelling of nasal passages
Temporarily restores freer breathing through the nose
Promotes nasal and/or sinus drainage
Vicks DayQuil Severe Cold & Flu. Also available in caplets or liquid.

Temporarily relieves common cold/flu symptoms:

Nasal congestion
Sinus congestion and pressure
Cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation
Minor aches and pains
Headache
Fever
Sore throat
Reduces swelling of nasal passages
Temporarily restores freer breathing through the nose
Promotes nasal and/or sinus drainage
Helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive

Anne

DIY Valentine’s Day Crayon Craft

February 9, 2015 By Anne

Last year my daughter and I made a really cute Valentine’s Day Craft that she was able to pass out to all of her friends. I love this particular Valentine as you use recycled materials and there is no candy attached. My children Do Not need any more candy throughout the year. They get enough from their daddy.

Basically you will need:

Crayons – Sharpie – Cardstock – Heart shaped silicone mold ( I found mine at Joanne’s) – Glue Dots ( I got Elmer’s medium thickness.)

Everyone has broken crayons laying around. Okay maybe not everyone. But if you have kids you most likely do. This is a great way to recycle and reuse those crayons. Just peel the paper and break into small pieces. To make it easier you can soak the crayons in water. The paper will come off easier this way.

We did use some non-broken crayons just to add some pretty colors in each mold heart. Then make sure to read the directions on your silicon mold. I put my mold on a cookie sheet and baked 15-20 minutes at 250. Let cool on rack or place in the freezer to cool. Then the hearts just pop out of the mold.

Then take the card stock and cut into squares. Write whatever saying you like. We choose “You make my world colorful” But you can also use, “You color my world” or “Happy Valentine’s Day”. Then place a glue dot in the center and place the heart on top!

It’s that easy! I’m excited to do this craft again as my daughter has different children in her class this year.

What Valentine’s Day Craft are you working on?

Anne

All About That Chocolate!

February 5, 2015 By Anne

I am working with Foodie.com on this post.

Valentine’s Day will be here soon and chocolate is a very popular present. I think most everyone likes it. I know I do! I wanted to find some fun, delicious and maybe a little healthy chocolate recipes for you. Okay there’s one or two that are not healthy at all but I couldn’t resist. I mean bacon brownies?! Sounds delicious!

What is your favorite chocolate treat?