That I completely jinxed myself with my last blog post. Here I am bragging about Owen sleeping like a pro the past few months, and last night he wakes up! Something is bugging him because he was miserable all day today and did not want to nap.
Here's to hoping that it was just a one time thing and we won't fall back into a pattern of night time wake ups.
Saturday, September 17, 2011
Friday, September 16, 2011
Once again ...
I've managed to neglect my blog. I've been spending my time being a mommy to my almost 2 year old (wow! time flies) , being a wife, working, dreaming about my next vacation and enjoying life.
School starts in November. I'm feeling very ambitious and ready to finish my Bachelors. This education chapter of my life has gone on long enough. I still continue to coupon and get amazing deals along with my trusty coupon binder. Unfortunately, when school starts, all my free time will be gone and I may have to put this coupon buisness to rest for awhile.
Owen has grown so much the past few months. His vocubulary has expanded greatly and knows how to use the word "NO" perfectly now. He also knows his colors, some numbers and few letters. He's very active and doesn't stop moving until he's in bed for the night.
Speaking of bed, Owen sleeps the ENTIRE night now. It is amazing. He's been doing it now for a few months. It's amazing what a difference it makes in your life when you have a full nights rest. I don't feel as miserable or ill as I use too. He has pretty much all his teeth now, so I think all those sleepless nights were because of teething. Those teeth he has worked to hard on that will eventually fall out in a few years!
School starts in November. I'm feeling very ambitious and ready to finish my Bachelors. This education chapter of my life has gone on long enough. I still continue to coupon and get amazing deals along with my trusty coupon binder. Unfortunately, when school starts, all my free time will be gone and I may have to put this coupon buisness to rest for awhile.
Owen has grown so much the past few months. His vocubulary has expanded greatly and knows how to use the word "NO" perfectly now. He also knows his colors, some numbers and few letters. He's very active and doesn't stop moving until he's in bed for the night.
Speaking of bed, Owen sleeps the ENTIRE night now. It is amazing. He's been doing it now for a few months. It's amazing what a difference it makes in your life when you have a full nights rest. I don't feel as miserable or ill as I use too. He has pretty much all his teeth now, so I think all those sleepless nights were because of teething. Those teeth he has worked to hard on that will eventually fall out in a few years!
Monday, April 4, 2011
Sick and tired of being sick and tired
I don't know what is up with me but I've been feeling like complete SHIT. For the past couple months I've been dealing with insomnia, body aches and stiff joints. Eventually, I caved and went to the Doctor. I've been focusing on other issues with other people that I basically put myself on the back burner. Which is not good, but that's how I roll. My doctor prescribed me some sleep medication. I'm not one for medication. I like to stay away from it as much as I can. I like to look at medication as the last possible answer to problems, yet I'm currently on five medications I take on a daily basis. Yes, FIVE. Funny, right? So, once I had that Rx in my hand for Amitriptyline, I ran to the pharmacy. That just proves how bad my sleep habits have become, me resulting to sleep medication. But I'd like to let everyone know that it has worked and I've been sleeping really well for the past few nights and it is A W E S O M E. Now, if only I can get my child to sleep the entire night! As far as why I'm having insomnia, joint pain, ect, I don't know and neither does my Doctor, yet, so I had blood work done on Friday to test for a few things. Another symptom I've been having is daily headaches, which to me is seemingly normal since I've dealt with them for years. My Doctor looked at me as if I had four eyes. "So you're telling me you have a headache at least once everyday?" "Yes," I replied in a so-what kind of tone. "You realize that's not normal, right?" "Oh?" I said. So Now I have to go see a damn Neurologist!!!! I'm turning into my mother, I have a Doctor for every body part!!! Thankfully, I was able to get and appointment rather quickly (tomorrow) so I can get it over with. I think my Dr just wants to make sure it's something that needs to be further looked into, as in an MRI. Oh, but I'm not done. On Friday, it felt like a cold coming on. My throat was a little sore, but then I thought "oh maybe it's allergies." I woke up on Saturday and I couldn't even swallow my own saliva. It hurt that bad. When I eat or drink anything, even ice cream (which usually is the cure for every sore throat in my opinion) it felt like I was swallowing a million shards of glass. I had no other symptoms, just the sore throat. I could tell immediately it was Strep, since I'm a frequent victim to it. But instead of me going into urgent care, I diagnosed myself and began antibiotics (slaps wrist). But I still feel like crap. So if, my throat still feels this awful tomorrow morning, I will cave yet again and go back to the Doctor. Vent over.
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
Lost
I just feel so miserable lately. Mostly because I just don't know what to do with my life, career wise. I use to be so passionate about what I wanted to do, but I just feel lost and floating around. I'm losing that urge to go back to school and it scares me. I won't get far without my Bachelors degree. I feel like a let down for not finishing it or knowing what I want to do. I never thought I would be in this place. I just literally don't know what I want anymore.
I love animals and feel so passionately about taking care of them but there's not a lot of money in that field or jobs per say. Then people tell me I should write for a living, but I feel self-conscious. There's better writers out there than me, but I do enjoy it and I can picture myself working for a newspaper or a magazine. Then, there's the health field. It really interests me and I like learning about different health ailments. And there's ALWAYS job availability in the health field.
So therefore, I'm lost and feeling like a loser. Other adults my age already have their bachelors or are working on their Master's degree. I wish I had something to show for, I wish I could set an example for Owen. But here I am working as a receptionist in a doctor's office waiting for the motivation to hit me. Someday it will but for now I'll sit around and pout until it comes.
Wednesday, March 16, 2011
CVS 3/16/11
Gain dish detergent $.97
Clean & Clear body wash $2.99
-Coupon $2/1 = $.99
Total: $2.26
Savings: $2
Clean & Clear body wash $2.99
-Coupon $2/1 = $.99
Total: $2.26
Savings: $2
Monday, March 14, 2011
Weekly Savings 3/6/11-3/12/11
Wegmans
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Total: $72.66
Savings: $20.09
Target
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Total: $38.09
Savings: $25.82
Walgreens
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Total: $1.02
Savings: $15.30
Final Total paid out of pocket: $111.77
I would have paid: $172.98
Total Savings for the week: $61.21
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Total: $72.66
Savings: $20.09
Target
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Total: $38.09
Savings: $25.82
Walgreens
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Total: $1.02
Savings: $15.30
Final Total paid out of pocket: $111.77
I would have paid: $172.98
Total Savings for the week: $61.21
Friday, March 11, 2011
Wegmans 3/10/11
Gerber's lil Crunchies $1.99
Pampers Baby Wipes 72ct $1.99
-Coupon $.50/1 = $.99*
Wheat Bread $1.89
Snack Pack pudding $1
Schweppes Ginger Ale $.99
Capri Sun $1.99
Pillsbury Sweet Moments Dessert $2.49
-Coupon $1.10/1 = $1.39
Breakstone's cottege cheese doubles 3 @ $.99
Danonino Yogurt $2.29
-Coupon $1/1 = $1.29
Wegman's whole milk $1.99
Chobani Yogurt 4 @ $1.29
1/2 lb 97% Fat Free Ham $2.69
1/2 lb of Wunderbar Bologna $1.34
Green Giant Frozen Veggies $1.49
-Coupon $.50/1 = $.49*
Gorton Frozen Fish $2.49
-Coupon $1/1 = $1.49
Texas Toast $2.49
(I realized I had a coupon for this that did not go through)
Rosina Italian Meatballs $3.49
-Coupon $.75/1 = $2.74 ?
(Coupon was not doubled)
Jimmy Dean's French Toast Duo's $2.99
-Coupon $.75/1 = $2.24
(Coupon not doubled again)
Pepperidge Farms Goldfish Crackers $1.50
Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cereal $2.99
-Coupon $.50/1 = $1.99*
Lucky Charms Cereal $2.69
-Coupon $.55/1 = $1.40*
Nature Valley Granola Bars $2.59
-Coupon $.50/1 = $1.59*
Keebler Jumbo Fudge Sticks $1.99
-Coupon $1/1 = $.99
Campbell's Spaghetti-O's 2@ $1.09
Uncle Ben's ready Rice $1.89
Wegman's Alfredo sauce $1.99
Wegman's Potato Chips $1.50
Wegman's pancake syrup $1.69
Wegman's Chicken Tenders $4.24
Silk Soy Milk 1/2 Gal $2.09
-Coupon $.75/1 = $.59*
Organic Valley half & half $1.99
-Coupon $.75/1 = $.49*
Wegmans Stir Fry Veggies $3.99
4lb bag of oranges $3.49
Red Grapes 2.30lbs $4.60
Cucumbers 2 @ $.99ea
*-indicate coupon doubled
Final Total: $72.66
Manufacturer Coupon Savings: $9.65
Doubled Coupon Savings: $4.05
Shoppers Club Savings: $6.39
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Total Savings: $20.09
Pampers Baby Wipes 72ct $1.99
-Coupon $.50/1 = $.99*
Wheat Bread $1.89
Snack Pack pudding $1
Schweppes Ginger Ale $.99
Capri Sun $1.99
Pillsbury Sweet Moments Dessert $2.49
-Coupon $1.10/1 = $1.39
Breakstone's cottege cheese doubles 3 @ $.99
Danonino Yogurt $2.29
-Coupon $1/1 = $1.29
Wegman's whole milk $1.99
Chobani Yogurt 4 @ $1.29
1/2 lb 97% Fat Free Ham $2.69
1/2 lb of Wunderbar Bologna $1.34
Green Giant Frozen Veggies $1.49
-Coupon $.50/1 = $.49*
Gorton Frozen Fish $2.49
-Coupon $1/1 = $1.49
Texas Toast $2.49
(I realized I had a coupon for this that did not go through)
Rosina Italian Meatballs $3.49
-Coupon $.75/1 = $2.74 ?
(Coupon was not doubled)
Jimmy Dean's French Toast Duo's $2.99
-Coupon $.75/1 = $2.24
(Coupon not doubled again)
Pepperidge Farms Goldfish Crackers $1.50
Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cereal $2.99
-Coupon $.50/1 = $1.99*
Lucky Charms Cereal $2.69
-Coupon $.55/1 = $1.40*
Nature Valley Granola Bars $2.59
-Coupon $.50/1 = $1.59*
Keebler Jumbo Fudge Sticks $1.99
-Coupon $1/1 = $.99
Campbell's Spaghetti-O's 2@ $1.09
Uncle Ben's ready Rice $1.89
Wegman's Alfredo sauce $1.99
Wegman's Potato Chips $1.50
Wegman's pancake syrup $1.69
Wegman's Chicken Tenders $4.24
Silk Soy Milk 1/2 Gal $2.09
-Coupon $.75/1 = $.59*
Organic Valley half & half $1.99
-Coupon $.75/1 = $.49*
Wegmans Stir Fry Veggies $3.99
4lb bag of oranges $3.49
Red Grapes 2.30lbs $4.60
Cucumbers 2 @ $.99ea
*-indicate coupon doubled
Final Total: $72.66
Manufacturer Coupon Savings: $9.65
Doubled Coupon Savings: $4.05
Shoppers Club Savings: $6.39
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Total Savings: $20.09
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
Target 3/8/11
Here's what I got this shopping trip:
Pamper's baby dry $19.79
-Manufacturer coupon $2/1 = $17.79
Shout to-go wipes 2@ $.97ea
-2 Manufacturer coupons $1/1 = both FREE
Pond's Cleansing Towelettes 2 @ $4.79
- 2 Manufacturer coupons $1.50/1 + 2 Target Coupons $1.50/1 = $1.79ea
Dove Men+Care deodorant $3.99
Manufacturer coupon $2/1 + Target Coupon $1/1 = $.99
Satin Care shaving cream $1.89
Manufacturer coupon $1/1 = $.89
Reach floss $.97
-Manufacturer coupon $1/1 =FREE
Physician's Formula Mascara $5.44
-Manufacturer coupon $5/1 = $.44
Up & Up Ibuprofen $.99
-Target coupon $1/1 = FREE
Up & Up allergy relief $1.74
-Target coupon $1/1 = $.74
Up & Up panty liners $.87
-Target coupon $.75/1 = $.12
John Frieda Full Repair Shampoo & Conditioner $5.99ea
-Manufacturer coupon $2/1 + Target coupon $3/2 = $6.98 for both
Final Total: $38.09
Savings with coupons: $25.82
I would have paid $63.91
Pamper's baby dry $19.79
-Manufacturer coupon $2/1 = $17.79
Shout to-go wipes 2@ $.97ea
-2 Manufacturer coupons $1/1 = both FREE
Pond's Cleansing Towelettes 2 @ $4.79
- 2 Manufacturer coupons $1.50/1 + 2 Target Coupons $1.50/1 = $1.79ea
Dove Men+Care deodorant $3.99
Manufacturer coupon $2/1 + Target Coupon $1/1 = $.99
Satin Care shaving cream $1.89
Manufacturer coupon $1/1 = $.89
Reach floss $.97
-Manufacturer coupon $1/1 =FREE
Physician's Formula Mascara $5.44
-Manufacturer coupon $5/1 = $.44
Up & Up Ibuprofen $.99
-Target coupon $1/1 = FREE
Up & Up allergy relief $1.74
-Target coupon $1/1 = $.74
Up & Up panty liners $.87
-Target coupon $.75/1 = $.12
John Frieda Full Repair Shampoo & Conditioner $5.99ea
-Manufacturer coupon $2/1 + Target coupon $3/2 = $6.98 for both
Final Total: $38.09
Savings with coupons: $25.82
I would have paid $63.91
Monday, March 7, 2011
Walgreen's 3/7/11
Here's what I got during my trip today....this is the best yet!
Dawn dish detergent $1.99
-Walgreen's in-ad coupon $.99
-Manufacturer's coupon $.20/1
Final: $.79
Puff's Tissue 100-Ply $1.59
-Walgreen's in-ad coupon $.99
-Manufacturer's coupon $.50/1
Final: $.49
Pediacare Infant drops $6.29ea
-Walgreen's in-ad coupon $5 off
-Manufacturer coupon $3/2
Final: you get two FREE!
Total: $1.02
My savings:$15.30
Dawn dish detergent $1.99
-Walgreen's in-ad coupon $.99
-Manufacturer's coupon $.20/1
Final: $.79
Puff's Tissue 100-Ply $1.59
-Walgreen's in-ad coupon $.99
-Manufacturer's coupon $.50/1
Final: $.49
Pediacare Infant drops $6.29ea
-Walgreen's in-ad coupon $5 off
-Manufacturer coupon $3/2
Final: you get two FREE!
Total: $1.02
My savings:$15.30
Weekly Savings 2/27/11-3/5/11
Target
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Total: $19.28
Coupon Savings: $31.50
I would have spent: $50.78
Wegman's
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Total: $85.22
Coupon Savings: $23.39
I would have spent: $108.61
Total coupon savings for the week: $54.89
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Total: $19.28
Coupon Savings: $31.50
I would have spent: $50.78
Wegman's
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Total: $85.22
Coupon Savings: $23.39
I would have spent: $108.61
Total coupon savings for the week: $54.89
Thursday, March 3, 2011
Wegmans shopping trip
Who doesn't love Wegmans? It's like a grocery store carnival. They just now started doubling any coupon up to $.99! To save money I try to stick with items that either are on shopper's club card or what I have a coupon for. As well as buying Wegman's brand food, which is typically cheaper.
Here's what I got:
Wegman's hot dog rolls $.99
Wegman's Wheat Bread $1.89
Kraft Cheese singles $2.69
Breakstone doubles cottege cheese 3 @ $.99
Wegman's spreadable butter $1.49
Danonino Yogurt $2.29
-Coupon $1/1 = $1.29
Chobani Yogurt 4 @ $1.29ea
-2 Coupons $.30/1 (doubled) = .99ea
Wegman's skinless red hots $3.79
International Delight creamer $1.99
-Coupon $.55/1 (doubled) = $.89
Wegman's whole milk $1.99
Wegman's 2% milk $1.89
Wegman's large eggs $1.29
Mrs T's Pierogies $2.49
-Coupon $1/1 = $1.49
Perry's Ice Cream $2.99
Hot Pockets $1.69
Green Giant Boxed vegetables $1.49
-Coupon $.50/1 (doubled) = $.50
Eggo's thick and fluffy waffles $1.99
Mccain Purely potatoes $2.69
-Coupon $1/1 = $1.69
Rhodes White Rolls $2.99
-Coupon $1/1 = $1.99
Shake N Bake $2.29
-Coupon $.75/1 (doubled) = $.79
General Mills Chex Cereal $1.99
General Mills Cinnamon Toast Crunch $2.99
-Coupon $1/2 = 3.98
Quaker Chewy Bars $2.29
Wegman's Tall kitchen trashbags $2.99
Wegman's Mac N Cheese 2 @ $.50
Minute White Rice $1.99
-Coupon $.50/1 (doubled) = $.50
Pepperidge Farms Milano cookies $2.99
-Coupon $1/1 = $1.99
Pepperidge Farms Goldfish Crackers $2
Kettle Chips $2.99
-Coupon $1/1 =$1.99
Canadian Ginger Ale $1.00
Wegmans grape juice blend $1.99
Wegman's pasta sauce $.99
Wegmans thin spaghetti $.79
Gerber Lil Crunchies $1.99
Wegman's Chicken tenderloins $5.19
Wegmans 98% Fat Free Turkey 1/2 lb $3.00
Playtex Tampons $3.99
-Coupon $2/1 = $1.99
Garnier Fructis Volume Mousse $2.79
-Coupon $1/1 = $1.79
Reach Mint Floss $1.09
-Coupon $1/1 =$.09
Huggies baby wipes 2 @ 1.46
Wegmans bag salad $.99
Californial Oranges 4lbs $3.49
Bananas $1.17
Total: $85.22
Savings Breakdown:
-Manufacturer Coupons $13.90
-Doubled Coupons $2.30
-Shoppers Club $7.19
Total Savings: $23.39
Here's what I got:
Wegman's hot dog rolls $.99
Wegman's Wheat Bread $1.89
Kraft Cheese singles $2.69
Breakstone doubles cottege cheese 3 @ $.99
Wegman's spreadable butter $1.49
Danonino Yogurt $2.29
-Coupon $1/1 = $1.29
Chobani Yogurt 4 @ $1.29ea
-2 Coupons $.30/1 (doubled) = .99ea
Wegman's skinless red hots $3.79
International Delight creamer $1.99
-Coupon $.55/1 (doubled) = $.89
Wegman's whole milk $1.99
Wegman's 2% milk $1.89
Wegman's large eggs $1.29
Mrs T's Pierogies $2.49
-Coupon $1/1 = $1.49
Perry's Ice Cream $2.99
Hot Pockets $1.69
Green Giant Boxed vegetables $1.49
-Coupon $.50/1 (doubled) = $.50
Eggo's thick and fluffy waffles $1.99
Mccain Purely potatoes $2.69
-Coupon $1/1 = $1.69
Rhodes White Rolls $2.99
-Coupon $1/1 = $1.99
Shake N Bake $2.29
-Coupon $.75/1 (doubled) = $.79
General Mills Chex Cereal $1.99
General Mills Cinnamon Toast Crunch $2.99
-Coupon $1/2 = 3.98
Quaker Chewy Bars $2.29
Wegman's Tall kitchen trashbags $2.99
Wegman's Mac N Cheese 2 @ $.50
Minute White Rice $1.99
-Coupon $.50/1 (doubled) = $.50
Pepperidge Farms Milano cookies $2.99
-Coupon $1/1 = $1.99
Pepperidge Farms Goldfish Crackers $2
Kettle Chips $2.99
-Coupon $1/1 =$1.99
Canadian Ginger Ale $1.00
Wegmans grape juice blend $1.99
Wegman's pasta sauce $.99
Wegmans thin spaghetti $.79
Gerber Lil Crunchies $1.99
Wegman's Chicken tenderloins $5.19
Wegmans 98% Fat Free Turkey 1/2 lb $3.00
Playtex Tampons $3.99
-Coupon $2/1 = $1.99
Garnier Fructis Volume Mousse $2.79
-Coupon $1/1 = $1.79
Reach Mint Floss $1.09
-Coupon $1/1 =$.09
Huggies baby wipes 2 @ 1.46
Wegmans bag salad $.99
Californial Oranges 4lbs $3.49
Bananas $1.17
Total: $85.22
Savings Breakdown:
-Manufacturer Coupons $13.90
-Doubled Coupons $2.30
-Shoppers Club $7.19
Total Savings: $23.39
Day Seventeen
A picture of something that has made a huge impact on your life recently
Dakota passing away this past January. I've never dealt with much death in my life, so having my first dog pass away, was very life changing for me. I was very close to him and he was very much a part of my life growing up. It changed me in a way that I think death changes all people; it makes you grow up a little. It puts life into perspective for you. A dog's life isn't as long as a human's but it is just as precious and it can be gone with a snap of the fingers. Dakota's death taught me to cherish life more and live each moment like it's the last because it very well may be. Another important thing: tell each person you love every single day because you never if it will be the last.
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
My savings *Week 2/20/11-2/26/11*
Like I mention in a previous post, I'm going to keep track of all my savings with coupons week by week and month by month. Hopefully, if I keep this up for an entire year, so I can see how much I save in one year. For now, I will take it week by week!
There was no grocery shopping this week for us. The in-laws are in Hawaii so we are staying at their place to watch the kids. In other words: FREE FOOD! I guess you can figure that into our savings!
Target Trip
Original Total: $26.59
Final Total after coupons: $6.97
Savings: $19.92
CVS Trip
Original Total: $12.54
Final Total after coupons: $4.88
Savings: $7.66
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Original Total: $39.13
Final Total after coupons: $11.85
Total Savings for the entire week: $27.68
There was no grocery shopping this week for us. The in-laws are in Hawaii so we are staying at their place to watch the kids. In other words: FREE FOOD! I guess you can figure that into our savings!
Target Trip
Original Total: $26.59
Final Total after coupons: $6.97
Savings: $19.92
CVS Trip
Original Total: $12.54
Final Total after coupons: $4.88
Savings: $7.66
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Original Total: $39.13
Final Total after coupons: $11.85
Total Savings for the entire week: $27.68
Day Sixteen
A picture of someone who inspires you
My brother and sister in law, Jay and Marissa. They are two amazing people will do anything for anyone and not expect anything in return. We tell them that they have "shared custody" of Owen because they treat him like he is their own. They love him unconditionally and he spends the night at their house once a month, so his parents can have a night off. And again, like I said, they don't expect anything in return. All they want is to spend time with our Owen and give us a night to ourselves! I love them!
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
Target Shopping Trip 3/1/11
I've always been a fan of Target but I'm really LOVING Target tremendously these days. Mostly because they offer their Target coupons and you can combine them with Manufacturer coupons!
Here's what I got today:
Glade Spring Collection Room Spray $2.99
-Manufacturer Coupon $1/1 + Target Coupon $1/1
Final Price = $.99
7th Generation Lavender Dish Soap $2.69
- Manufacturer Coupon $1/1 + Target Coupon $1/1
Final Price = $.69
Up & Up Bleach $1.27
-Target Coupon $1/1
Final Price = $.27
Orbit Gum $.99
-Target Coupon $.75/1
Final Price = $.24
Powerade 8-pack $3.99
-Target Coupon $1/1
Final Price = $2.99
Maxwell House International Cafe $2.99
-Manufacturer Coupon $1/1 + Target Coupon $1/1
Final Price = $.99
Colgate Total Toothpaste $2.49
-Manufacturer Coupon $1/1 + Target Coupon $1/1
Final Price = $.49
Rimmel Extra Super Lash Mascara $2.99
-Manufacturer Coupon $2/1
Final Price = $.99
Up & Up Cotton Balls $1.12
-Target Coupon $.50/1
Final Price = $.62
Pert Plus 2 in 1 (clearance) $1.98
-Manufacturer Coupon $1/1
Final Price = $.98
Excedrin Extra Strength Express Gels $3.34 (Look for the bonus pack!)
-Manufacturer Coupon $.75/1 + Target Coupon $3/1
Final Price = FREE!
Up & Up Allergy Relief $1.87
-Target Coupon $1/1
Final Price = $.87
Dayquil Sinex Liquicaps $5.69
-Manufacturer Coupon $4/1
Final Price = $1.69
Up & Up Aluminum Foil $.99
-Target Coupon $.50/1
Final Price = $.49
Tampax Pearl 36 Count $6.99
-Manufacturer Coupon $2/1
Final Price $4.99
Benefiber 16ct Stick Packs $5.49
Manufacturer Coupon $3/1 + Target Coupon $2/1
Final Cost = $.49
Original Total: $50.78
Final Total: $19.28
I saved 31.50 !!!
Here's what I got today:
Glade Spring Collection Room Spray $2.99
-Manufacturer Coupon $1/1 + Target Coupon $1/1
Final Price = $.99
7th Generation Lavender Dish Soap $2.69
- Manufacturer Coupon $1/1 + Target Coupon $1/1
Final Price = $.69
Up & Up Bleach $1.27
-Target Coupon $1/1
Final Price = $.27
Orbit Gum $.99
-Target Coupon $.75/1
Final Price = $.24
Powerade 8-pack $3.99
-Target Coupon $1/1
Final Price = $2.99
Maxwell House International Cafe $2.99
-Manufacturer Coupon $1/1 + Target Coupon $1/1
Final Price = $.99
Colgate Total Toothpaste $2.49
-Manufacturer Coupon $1/1 + Target Coupon $1/1
Final Price = $.49
Rimmel Extra Super Lash Mascara $2.99
-Manufacturer Coupon $2/1
Final Price = $.99
Up & Up Cotton Balls $1.12
-Target Coupon $.50/1
Final Price = $.62
Pert Plus 2 in 1 (clearance) $1.98
-Manufacturer Coupon $1/1
Final Price = $.98
Excedrin Extra Strength Express Gels $3.34 (Look for the bonus pack!)
-Manufacturer Coupon $.75/1 + Target Coupon $3/1
Final Price = FREE!
Up & Up Allergy Relief $1.87
-Target Coupon $1/1
Final Price = $.87
Dayquil Sinex Liquicaps $5.69
-Manufacturer Coupon $4/1
Final Price = $1.69
Up & Up Aluminum Foil $.99
-Target Coupon $.50/1
Final Price = $.49
Tampax Pearl 36 Count $6.99
-Manufacturer Coupon $2/1
Final Price $4.99
Benefiber 16ct Stick Packs $5.49
Manufacturer Coupon $3/1 + Target Coupon $2/1
Final Cost = $.49
Original Total: $50.78
Final Total: $19.28
I saved 31.50 !!!
Here's to a new month
and hoping it is much better than the past couple months have been! January and Februrary have been brutal for my family and I. Everything from Dakota's death, illness, financial troubles, and a seriously cranky, teething baby. It has been one thing after another and I'm SO done with it.
I'm done with the snow as well. I'm sick of bundling up, sick of driving in bad weather, and sick of being cooped up in the house. I can't wait until it's warm enough to take Owen outside to play. Now that he's running, it will fun. I'm going to continue to stay positive, even if things still don't look up for us for awhile. There's no sense in being negetive, it just makes everything worse and makes me feel awful.
Happy March!!!
I'm done with the snow as well. I'm sick of bundling up, sick of driving in bad weather, and sick of being cooped up in the house. I can't wait until it's warm enough to take Owen outside to play. Now that he's running, it will fun. I'm going to continue to stay positive, even if things still don't look up for us for awhile. There's no sense in being negetive, it just makes everything worse and makes me feel awful.
Happy March!!!
Day Fifteen
A picture of something you want to do before you die
Swim with the dolphins. I've wanted to do it ever since I was a little girl.
Swim with the dolphins. I've wanted to do it ever since I was a little girl.Monday, February 28, 2011
Day Fourteen
A person you can't imagine your life without ...
My son. In fact, I have no idea what I did before him. How boring my life must have been? He keeps me going each and everyday. I look forward to all the years to come from the accomplishments to the tough times. The love that you have for a child is a love like no other and no one will know what that means unless you are a parent. He has made me a better person and has already taught me many things like being patient, how to survive on sleep deprievation, and being selfless. I love my little bubba!
My son. In fact, I have no idea what I did before him. How boring my life must have been? He keeps me going each and everyday. I look forward to all the years to come from the accomplishments to the tough times. The love that you have for a child is a love like no other and no one will know what that means unless you are a parent. He has made me a better person and has already taught me many things like being patient, how to survive on sleep deprievation, and being selfless. I love my little bubba!
Friday, February 25, 2011
Day Thirteen
A picture of your favorite band or artist.
Kenny Chesney! I've been a fan since the age of 13. My two best friends and I shared an infinity for him. We went to every single concert of his that came to town. We decked ourselves out in Kenny Chesney gear, anything in hopes of getting Kenny Chesney's attention. As much as we tried, it never worked. Someday, I'm convinced I will meet him and will be able to tell him just how much his music has changed my life. I'm sure fans tell him all the time, but I really became a different person because of his music. I learned how to be myself and not live in fear of what others think. Now that's life-changing for me.
Kenny Chesney! I've been a fan since the age of 13. My two best friends and I shared an infinity for him. We went to every single concert of his that came to town. We decked ourselves out in Kenny Chesney gear, anything in hopes of getting Kenny Chesney's attention. As much as we tried, it never worked. Someday, I'm convinced I will meet him and will be able to tell him just how much his music has changed my life. I'm sure fans tell him all the time, but I really became a different person because of his music. I learned how to be myself and not live in fear of what others think. Now that's life-changing for me.
Thursday, February 24, 2011
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Few CVS Deals
So I got a few deals at CVS I thought I might share.
Purex 3 and 1 dryer sheets $3.99
-Coupon $3/1 Purex dryer sheets. Final Price: $.99 (I had two coupons so I bought 2)
Pine-Sol $2
-Coupon $1/1 Pine-sol. Final Price: $1
Tilex Mold and Mildew Cleaner $2
- Coupon $1/1 Tilex Product. Final Price: $1
Original total: $12.54
After Coupons: $4.88
I'm thinking since I'm going to start keeping track of how much I save with coupons ect each month, just to see what the difference is in the end. Maybe after a year I'll total every month up! Should be fun to see how much money I really save.
A good tip that I read on another blog to keep in mind is if the item is on sale, like the ones I mention above for example, but you don't neccesarily need it quite yet, still buy it if it's a good deal and you have coupons. It saves you money in the end, plus it's handy to have a stock pile!
Purex 3 and 1 dryer sheets $3.99
-Coupon $3/1 Purex dryer sheets. Final Price: $.99 (I had two coupons so I bought 2)
Pine-Sol $2
-Coupon $1/1 Pine-sol. Final Price: $1
Tilex Mold and Mildew Cleaner $2
- Coupon $1/1 Tilex Product. Final Price: $1
Original total: $12.54
After Coupons: $4.88
I'm thinking since I'm going to start keeping track of how much I save with coupons ect each month, just to see what the difference is in the end. Maybe after a year I'll total every month up! Should be fun to see how much money I really save.
A good tip that I read on another blog to keep in mind is if the item is on sale, like the ones I mention above for example, but you don't neccesarily need it quite yet, still buy it if it's a good deal and you have coupons. It saves you money in the end, plus it's handy to have a stock pile!
I am becoming...
The crazy coupon lady you see at retail and grocery stores holding up the lines and flipping out when the clerk can't get a coupon to scan. Yes, I've become that person. But I'm not ashamed because things are tight and we need to save every penny possible.
I've been couponing for over a year now but then I watched that "Extreme Couponing" on TLC and was inspired by the fact that these people were buying a weeks worth of groceries and only spending $2.97 or whatever on the entire thing because of coupons! So I did my research and found a ton of blogs online of people who look for store deals every week and tell you how to get items for as little as $1 to FREE!
Yes, it can be a bit of work, but I look at it more as a hobby. I'll spend my free time researching these blogs, finding the deals, writing them down, and compiling coupons. I can't believe that I once paid full price for a lot of items that I can get now for free. Not to mention, a lot of them are brand name products.
My favorite place so far is Target. They allow you to use manufacturer coupons PLUS their printable store coupons on one item making a lot of items cost as little as pennies. Here is what I got on my Target shopping excursion yesterday:
Up & Up Dental Floss $.89
- Target Coupon $1/1 Oral Care item. Final Price: FREE
Up & Up Mouthwash $1.37
-Target Coupon $1/1 Oral Care item. Final Price: $.37
Up & Up All Purpose Cleaner w/bleach $1.37
-Target Coupon $1/1 Cleaning product. Final Price: $.37
Up & Up Dryer Sheets $1.37
-Target Coupon $1/1 Cleaning Product. Final Price: $.37
Up & Up Cotton Balls $1.29
- Target Coupon $.50/1 Cotton product. Final Price: $.79
Up & Up Ibuprofen 50 ct $1.29
- Target Coupon $1/1 Ibuprofen or Children's Ibuprofen. Final Price: $.29
Finish Quantum Powerball Tabs 20 ct $2.99
-Target Coupon $1.50/1 Finish Quantum Tabs + Manufacturer Coupon $.75/1
Final Price: $.74
Halls Cough Drops $1.19
-Target Coupon $.50/1 + Manufacturer Coupon $.50/1 Halls Cough Drops
Final Price: $.19 x2 = $.38(I had double the coupons so I bought 2 bags)
Vaseline For Men 10oz $2.69
-Target Coupon $1/1 + Manufacturer Coupon $1/1 Vaseline Lotion
Final Price: $.69
French's Spicey Brown Mustard $1.39
-Manufacturer Coupon $1/1 French's spicey Brown mustard. Final Price: $.39
Kikkoman Soy Sauce $1.42
-Manufacturer Coupon $1/1 Kikkoman Product. Final Price: $.42
Mossimo Jeans (Originally $19.99) on Clearance for $4.98
- Target Coupon $5/1 pair of jeans. Final price: FREE
Total without Coupons: $26.59
Total with coupons: $6.97
I saved $19.92
Needless to say, I'm addicted. Finances have been extra tight for Ryan and I recently with the $2,200 worth of dental work I just had done, so I've been trying to find ways to save money anywhere I can. Call me Frugal, I could care less, that $19.92 that I saved at this Target trip can buy me a box of Pampers Diapers for Owen!
I keep updating on my frugal adventures....
I've been couponing for over a year now but then I watched that "Extreme Couponing" on TLC and was inspired by the fact that these people were buying a weeks worth of groceries and only spending $2.97 or whatever on the entire thing because of coupons! So I did my research and found a ton of blogs online of people who look for store deals every week and tell you how to get items for as little as $1 to FREE!
Yes, it can be a bit of work, but I look at it more as a hobby. I'll spend my free time researching these blogs, finding the deals, writing them down, and compiling coupons. I can't believe that I once paid full price for a lot of items that I can get now for free. Not to mention, a lot of them are brand name products.
My favorite place so far is Target. They allow you to use manufacturer coupons PLUS their printable store coupons on one item making a lot of items cost as little as pennies. Here is what I got on my Target shopping excursion yesterday:
Up & Up Dental Floss $.89
- Target Coupon $1/1 Oral Care item. Final Price: FREE
Up & Up Mouthwash $1.37
-Target Coupon $1/1 Oral Care item. Final Price: $.37
Up & Up All Purpose Cleaner w/bleach $1.37
-Target Coupon $1/1 Cleaning product. Final Price: $.37
Up & Up Dryer Sheets $1.37
-Target Coupon $1/1 Cleaning Product. Final Price: $.37
Up & Up Cotton Balls $1.29
- Target Coupon $.50/1 Cotton product. Final Price: $.79
Up & Up Ibuprofen 50 ct $1.29
- Target Coupon $1/1 Ibuprofen or Children's Ibuprofen. Final Price: $.29
Finish Quantum Powerball Tabs 20 ct $2.99
-Target Coupon $1.50/1 Finish Quantum Tabs + Manufacturer Coupon $.75/1
Final Price: $.74
Halls Cough Drops $1.19
-Target Coupon $.50/1 + Manufacturer Coupon $.50/1 Halls Cough Drops
Final Price: $.19 x2 = $.38(I had double the coupons so I bought 2 bags)
Vaseline For Men 10oz $2.69
-Target Coupon $1/1 + Manufacturer Coupon $1/1 Vaseline Lotion
Final Price: $.69
French's Spicey Brown Mustard $1.39
-Manufacturer Coupon $1/1 French's spicey Brown mustard. Final Price: $.39
Kikkoman Soy Sauce $1.42
-Manufacturer Coupon $1/1 Kikkoman Product. Final Price: $.42
Mossimo Jeans (Originally $19.99) on Clearance for $4.98
- Target Coupon $5/1 pair of jeans. Final price: FREE
Total without Coupons: $26.59
Total with coupons: $6.97
I saved $19.92
Needless to say, I'm addicted. Finances have been extra tight for Ryan and I recently with the $2,200 worth of dental work I just had done, so I've been trying to find ways to save money anywhere I can. Call me Frugal, I could care less, that $19.92 that I saved at this Target trip can buy me a box of Pampers Diapers for Owen!
I keep updating on my frugal adventures....
Day Eleven
A picture of something you hate.
Liquid medicine. I HATE it. My husband thinks I'm the biggest baby. There has been plenty of times when I've been sick and he tried to get me to take liquid medicine and I scream and run like a child. The mere thought of it makes me gag and I feel sick to my stomach as we speak. Gross. It's difficult for me to remain calm and unaffected when I have to give Owen liquid medicine. He thinks it's candy. He's stronger than I am.
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Day Ten
A picture of the person you have the most fun with
My sister Summer. She brings out my inner crazyness and I'm not afraid to be myself with her. She's full of vibrant energy and I can always count on a laugh when she's around. I feel like I'm 13 again when were together.
My sister Summer. She brings out my inner crazyness and I'm not afraid to be myself with her. She's full of vibrant energy and I can always count on a laugh when she's around. I feel like I'm 13 again when were together.
Monday, February 21, 2011
Day nine
A picture of the person who has got you through the most.
Without a doubt, it's my Oma. She hasn't been there for just me, but she has been there for my whole family. She gave us a place to live when we were without a home. She watched my brother and I so my mom could go back to school and get her degree. She watches my son for Ryan and I and spoils him to death with nothing but love. She held me on the nights I was lonely and missing Ryan when he was in the Marine Corps. She has supported us financially through everything -- school, food, shelter. I remember when Ryan and I got our first place together she went on a shopping spree and bought us everything we needed to live on our own. She loves unconditionally and expects nothing in return. I wouldn't be where I am today if it wasn't for my Oma.
*I've been slacking with my "30 day challenge" forgive me, but we've had a lot going on. See previous post.
Without a doubt, it's my Oma. She hasn't been there for just me, but she has been there for my whole family. She gave us a place to live when we were without a home. She watched my brother and I so my mom could go back to school and get her degree. She watches my son for Ryan and I and spoils him to death with nothing but love. She held me on the nights I was lonely and missing Ryan when he was in the Marine Corps. She has supported us financially through everything -- school, food, shelter. I remember when Ryan and I got our first place together she went on a shopping spree and bought us everything we needed to live on our own. She loves unconditionally and expects nothing in return. I wouldn't be where I am today if it wasn't for my Oma.
*I've been slacking with my "30 day challenge" forgive me, but we've had a lot going on. See previous post.
Friday, February 18, 2011
Not our year.
I'm not one to be negetive but this year can kiss my ass. Seriously. Since New Year's Eve, it has been nothing but stress, upon stress, upon stress. It started in December with my mom having Ovarian surgery. Then Dakota became ill with leukemia right after Christmas and passed in January. I had dental work done, which ended in surgery and THEN led to a root canal the day after Dakota passed. All this dental has contributed to our financial strain.
Steve had a little spell, which landed him in the Emergency Room at one point. Then I became ill, then Owen became ill and now Ryan is ill. Maybe I'm being a little dramatic, but I'm always nervous wondering, what is going to be next? I can't afford any more bad news or worries. What doesn't kill you makes you stronger...right?
Oh and then add sleep deprevation on top of it all! Now lack of sleep, that alone may kill me ;-)
All I can say is that I am ever so thankful for the family we have in our lives. They have been there helping us through everything from lending us money to watching Owen. We are so truely blessed to be surrounded by amazing, selfless people. A BIG thank you to Aunt Sissa and Uncle Jay for taking Owen for the night, so Ryan and I can have a full nights rest. I am so looking forward to it.
Goodnight!
Steve had a little spell, which landed him in the Emergency Room at one point. Then I became ill, then Owen became ill and now Ryan is ill. Maybe I'm being a little dramatic, but I'm always nervous wondering, what is going to be next? I can't afford any more bad news or worries. What doesn't kill you makes you stronger...right?
Oh and then add sleep deprevation on top of it all! Now lack of sleep, that alone may kill me ;-)
All I can say is that I am ever so thankful for the family we have in our lives. They have been there helping us through everything from lending us money to watching Owen. We are so truely blessed to be surrounded by amazing, selfless people. A BIG thank you to Aunt Sissa and Uncle Jay for taking Owen for the night, so Ryan and I can have a full nights rest. I am so looking forward to it.
Goodnight!
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
Day Seven
A picture of your most treasured item
Ryan bought me a Pandora charm bracelet for Christmas this year. I was dying to have one and I absolutely love it. I've become obsessed. I love being able to make it my own and have it represent me.
Ryan bought me a Pandora charm bracelet for Christmas this year. I was dying to have one and I absolutely love it. I've become obsessed. I love being able to make it my own and have it represent me.
Monday, February 14, 2011
We've been jinxed
"You've been lucky," That's what Dr.Eisenburg told us last week at Owen's 15 month appointment. In Owen's nearly 16 months of life he has only been sick twice, and both those times were mild colds that barely lasted three days. He's never had a fever.
Saturday night Owen went to bed around 8:30 and he typically wakes up once or twice in the middle of the night. We didn't hear a peep from him until 8am the next morning. Of course, being the paranoid mother I am, I got up a couple times to make sure he was still breathing.
As soon as I picked him up out of his crib Sunday morning, I knew he had a fever. I could feel him burning up underneath his fuzzy, footed pajamas and his lips were all chapped and dry. Sure enough, he had a fever of 100.5.
So Owen officially has his first fever and what I hope is just a virus that he will fight off in the next couple days. For now it's tylenol and lots of love from Mama.
Thanks Dr.Eisenburg.
Saturday night Owen went to bed around 8:30 and he typically wakes up once or twice in the middle of the night. We didn't hear a peep from him until 8am the next morning. Of course, being the paranoid mother I am, I got up a couple times to make sure he was still breathing.
As soon as I picked him up out of his crib Sunday morning, I knew he had a fever. I could feel him burning up underneath his fuzzy, footed pajamas and his lips were all chapped and dry. Sure enough, he had a fever of 100.5.
So Owen officially has his first fever and what I hope is just a virus that he will fight off in the next couple days. For now it's tylenol and lots of love from Mama.
Thanks Dr.Eisenburg.
Day six
A picture of a person you'd love to trade places with.
I'd love to trade places with Taylor Swift. She's so fascinating. She's super famous, but still as genuine as ever. Not only that but she's what only 20? and has probably accomplished all her life's dreams already. I wish I could steal her creative abilities and the fact that she dabbles in more than one genre of music is pretty cool.
I'd love to trade places with Taylor Swift. She's so fascinating. She's super famous, but still as genuine as ever. Not only that but she's what only 20? and has probably accomplished all her life's dreams already. I wish I could steal her creative abilities and the fact that she dabbles in more than one genre of music is pretty cool.
Saturday, February 12, 2011
Day Five
A picture of your favorite memory......
Kenny Chesney concerts with Pam and Brittany.
Ryan Graduating boot camp from the Marine Corps (Februrary 9th 2006)
Kenny Chesney concerts with Pam and Brittany.
Ryan Graduating boot camp from the Marine Corps (Februrary 9th 2006)
The day Ryan proposed to me (December 24th 2006)
Our Wedding day (May 22nd 2009)
The day Owen was born (October 15th 2009)
Antigua (November 2010)
Our Wedding day (May 22nd 2009)
The day Owen was born (October 15th 2009)
Antigua (November 2010)
Friday, February 11, 2011
Day Four
A picture of your night
Sorry about the quality. I keep forgetting to charge my camera. I've been pretty slack lately. Anyways, this is how I spend my Friday nights; with my little man. I wouldn't have it any other way. We went to grandma's for dinner and he entertained everyone with his dance moves and his endless amounts of energy. On that note, I'm exhausted and need SLEEP!Thursday, February 10, 2011
Day Three
A picture of your favorite cast
I know, I know, the show is over for good. It makes me super sad because it was my favorite show and I haven't had a good show to replace it yet. The story line was awesome, although the end became a touch crazy.
Wednesday, February 9, 2011
The Backpack
I went back in time this morning briefly. Ryan left the house to drop Owen off at Oma's and then make his way to work. I continued to get myself ready for work. My phone rang and it was Ryan. He typically doesn't call soon after he leaves so immediately, I'm thinking the worse.
"I forgot my backpack. I'll be there in two seconds to grab it. Can you bring it to the front door me?" A sigh of relief overcame my paranoid self. I ran downstairs and grabbed his black backpack. I waited by the door and handed it to him as he ran up the stairs. I chuckled. "What are you laughing at?" He asked. "Oh, nothing," I said. He rolled his eyes and gave me a kiss goodbye.
After he left I thought about that backpack and the whole seven years it's been with us. In fact it was there at the start of our relationship in high school when we first started "seeing" each other. It was like a souvenir from our past. Ryan and I hung out after classes often. We'd either go to his house for sandwiches or stop by Hometown Hero's for garbage plates. It never failed he always left his backpack in the back of my car. There were countless autumn nights that he would come to my house to pick up his backpack or I would end up turning around in my car to bring his backpack back to him.
Before we made it official, Ryan had this crazy ex that he was trying to ward off. Late one school night I found Ryan's backpack in the back of my car. I decided to bring it to him the following day at school before our first class started. I remember walking down the hall filled with students and lockers while carrying Ryan's backpack. Then she spotted me, the ex. She looked right at Ryan's backpack then right at me. I paused. She started Running full speed in her biker and plaid school girl skirt after me.
I ran the opposite direction. "WHY DO YOU HAVE MY BOYFRIEND'S BACKPACK, YOU SLUT!" She screamed. I didn't stop. My goal was Ryan. Maybe he could stop the bitch. I ran up the stairs to find Ryan waiting at the top. At first he smiled. Then he saw her and his face froze over. "SHE'S AFTER ME BECAUSE I HAVE YOUR BACKPACK!" I yelled as I was almost out of breath. Needless to say, no one was injured but there was a lot of screaming and yelling. Ryan got his backpack safe and sound.
That backpack has been there with us from the million times we have moved, to our summer vacations on Kiawah Island, throughout Ryan's career in the Marine Corps, from our hospital stay when Owen was born. It's always remained constant, just like our love for one another.
So when Ryan forgot his backpack this morning, I had a good laugh and reminisced the beginning of "us" and how far we have come and how much we have to look forward too. I texted Ryan after he left about my revelation. He texted back "I love you and for the record I wasn't forgetting the bag."
"I forgot my backpack. I'll be there in two seconds to grab it. Can you bring it to the front door me?" A sigh of relief overcame my paranoid self. I ran downstairs and grabbed his black backpack. I waited by the door and handed it to him as he ran up the stairs. I chuckled. "What are you laughing at?" He asked. "Oh, nothing," I said. He rolled his eyes and gave me a kiss goodbye.
After he left I thought about that backpack and the whole seven years it's been with us. In fact it was there at the start of our relationship in high school when we first started "seeing" each other. It was like a souvenir from our past. Ryan and I hung out after classes often. We'd either go to his house for sandwiches or stop by Hometown Hero's for garbage plates. It never failed he always left his backpack in the back of my car. There were countless autumn nights that he would come to my house to pick up his backpack or I would end up turning around in my car to bring his backpack back to him.
Before we made it official, Ryan had this crazy ex that he was trying to ward off. Late one school night I found Ryan's backpack in the back of my car. I decided to bring it to him the following day at school before our first class started. I remember walking down the hall filled with students and lockers while carrying Ryan's backpack. Then she spotted me, the ex. She looked right at Ryan's backpack then right at me. I paused. She started Running full speed in her biker and plaid school girl skirt after me.
I ran the opposite direction. "WHY DO YOU HAVE MY BOYFRIEND'S BACKPACK, YOU SLUT!" She screamed. I didn't stop. My goal was Ryan. Maybe he could stop the bitch. I ran up the stairs to find Ryan waiting at the top. At first he smiled. Then he saw her and his face froze over. "SHE'S AFTER ME BECAUSE I HAVE YOUR BACKPACK!" I yelled as I was almost out of breath. Needless to say, no one was injured but there was a lot of screaming and yelling. Ryan got his backpack safe and sound.
That backpack has been there with us from the million times we have moved, to our summer vacations on Kiawah Island, throughout Ryan's career in the Marine Corps, from our hospital stay when Owen was born. It's always remained constant, just like our love for one another.
So when Ryan forgot his backpack this morning, I had a good laugh and reminisced the beginning of "us" and how far we have come and how much we have to look forward too. I texted Ryan after he left about my revelation. He texted back "I love you and for the record I wasn't forgetting the bag."
Day Two
A picture of you and the person you've been the closest to the longest
What better than to pick my mother for this one. I mean I've known her since my first day on this planet and I'm insanely close to her. We get comments all the time that we look like sisters and not mother and daughter. She's my best friend and one of the best friends I could ever have. She doesn't judge and just loves me for who I am, no matter if I'm wrong or right. Plus, she's a lot of fun to be around. I love you mama, around and around in circles forever and ever.
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
Day One
A picture of you with 10 facts
1. My son is the love of my life and he has given me the greatest gift I could ever ask for: being a mommy.
2. My best vacation to date was in Antigua. It was there I discovered that I must have lived in the Caribbean in a past life. I loved it that much. I belong there.
3. I'm a Kenny Chesney fan for life.
4. I absolutely hate cooking.
5. My husband is my high school sweetheart. I don't know what I'd do without him. He makes me sundaes with rainbow sprinkles when I'm feeling down.
6. I can't thrive each morning without my cup of coffee, preferably from Dunkin Donuts, large with cream and sugar.
7. I'm addicted to shopping. Anywhere, anytime.
8. I'm terrified of flying. I use to love it until I was on a bad flight from visiting Ryan in Camp Lejeune. Now I need to take Xantax before I step foot in an airport.
9. My family is everything to me. They are always there for me when I need and they helped create the person I am today.
10. I love life along with all it's struggles. What is life if there are no challenges to face?
30 Photo Challenge
I'm going to be a follower and take this challenge to get some more posts going on in my lame blog. And clearly, I'm a little bored. I need to go back to school.
Here's the agenda:
Day 1 - A picture of yourself with 10 FACTS
Day 2 - A picture of you and the person you have been closest with the longest
Day 3 - A picture of the cast from your favorite show
Day 4 - A picture of your night
Day 5 - A picture of your favorite memory
Day 6 - A picture of a person you'd love to trade places with for a day
Day 7 - A picture of your most treasured item
Day 8 - A picture that makes you laugh
Day 9 - A picture of the person who has gotten you through the most
Day 10 - A picture of the person you do the most ****** up things with
Day 11 - A picture of something you hate
Day 12 - A picture of something you love
Day 13 - A picture of your favorite band or artist
Day 14 - A picture of someone you could never imagine your life without
Day 15 - A picture of something you want to do before you die
Day 16 - A picture of someone who inspires you
Day 17 - A picture of something that has made a huge impact on your life recently
Day 18 - A picture of your biggest insecurity
Day 19 - A picture and a letter
Day 20 - A picture of somewhere you'd love to travel
Day 21 - A picture of something you wish you could forget
Day 22 - A picture of something you wish you were better at
Day 23 - A picture of your favorite book
Day 24 - A picture of something you wish you could change
Day 25 - A picture of your day
Day 26 - A picture of something that means a lot to you
Day 27 - A picture of yourself and a family member
Day 28 - A picture of something you're afraid of
Day 29 - A picture that can always make you smile
Day 30 - A picture of someone you miss
Day 31 - A picture of yourself
Here's the agenda:
Day 1 - A picture of yourself with 10 FACTS
Day 2 - A picture of you and the person you have been closest with the longest
Day 3 - A picture of the cast from your favorite show
Day 4 - A picture of your night
Day 5 - A picture of your favorite memory
Day 6 - A picture of a person you'd love to trade places with for a day
Day 7 - A picture of your most treasured item
Day 8 - A picture that makes you laugh
Day 9 - A picture of the person who has gotten you through the most
Day 10 - A picture of the person you do the most ****** up things with
Day 11 - A picture of something you hate
Day 12 - A picture of something you love
Day 13 - A picture of your favorite band or artist
Day 14 - A picture of someone you could never imagine your life without
Day 15 - A picture of something you want to do before you die
Day 16 - A picture of someone who inspires you
Day 17 - A picture of something that has made a huge impact on your life recently
Day 18 - A picture of your biggest insecurity
Day 19 - A picture and a letter
Day 20 - A picture of somewhere you'd love to travel
Day 21 - A picture of something you wish you could forget
Day 22 - A picture of something you wish you were better at
Day 23 - A picture of your favorite book
Day 24 - A picture of something you wish you could change
Day 25 - A picture of your day
Day 26 - A picture of something that means a lot to you
Day 27 - A picture of yourself and a family member
Day 28 - A picture of something you're afraid of
Day 29 - A picture that can always make you smile
Day 30 - A picture of someone you miss
Day 31 - A picture of yourself
Sunday, February 6, 2011
Simply Simple
I had a nice simple weekend. I've been craving one for a long time. It was very laid back and almost stress free. Better yet, the weekend isn't quite over yet! Were going to the in laws later for Marissa's birthday party and for the Superbowl (Although, I could care less who wins). AND I have tomorrow off since I have to work Saturday. Which I don't know if it's necessarily a good thing because who wants to work Saturdays?Friday was my early day at work. I did some retail therapy, not for myself though. I had to buy a million birthday gifts for the all the birthdays that are coming up! Anytime I have to go shopping though for anything it's like therapy, so it still felt good. That might be an addiction...right? Oh well.
Ryan and I ordered Chinese food, I was craving it terribly. Ryan was mad at me because I always order the same thing -- Shrimp Fried Rice. I'm a woman of habit, what can I say. It really bugs him though and he thinks I need to "branch out." Owen made us crack up. We were wrestling him trying to get his PJ's on and Ryan grabbed him and he yells "NO, DADA, NO." May not sound like a big deal to you, but coming from a kid who never talks, were were stunned to say the least!
Yesterday morning I finished all the laundry I wanted to do, which never happens. Usually I end up throwing it in the washer Sunday night then I fall asleep and forget to put it in the dryer. Then I wake up at 6am Monday morning pissed to no end because I have no clean pants to wear to work. So yes, finishing laundry Saturday morning was a big deal to me.
Then I went grocery shopping, which may have been dumb. Why do I even bother grocery shopping at Wegmans on a Saturday afternoon? It's like Christmas every weekend there and no one cares if there in your way when your trying to figure out what cereal to buy. I drove him in some freak snowstorm that came out of no where. Some woman in an SUV felt I was going to slow on the Thruway and decided to pass by me. Well, what do you know she ended up sliding and doing a 360. I just kept going.....don't worry she was fine. Karma can be a bitch though.
I came home, spent time with my husband and little man, made some Alfredo sauce and was in bed by 10pm. Yes, that is a simply, perfect weekend.
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
Snowpoclpyse?
I'm not one for the snow. I don't mind it around Christmas time but after New Year's, it starts to get old. This historic winter storm that literally swallowed half of our country was going to slam us here in New York last night.... Yea not so much.
This storm had all sorts of nicknames "The Beast", "Snowpoclpyse", and "Snowmageddon." It was a storm of historic proportions, and indeed proved to be true in the Midwest right up to Chicago. With all the hype surrounding this storm, I was starting to get really excited. Wow, I might actually have a snow day off from work! All kinds of awesome thoughts floated through my mind.
I could take Owen out to play in the snow for the first time. Then we can go inside and drink hot chocolate and watch movies on TBS all afternoon. I was looking forward to some snow after all. I was looking forward to reliving my childhood snow days. I miss the excitement and the joy seeing our School scroll across the news channel. My hopes were high.
I went to bed and to be perfectly honest, I had a hard time sleeping because I was THAT excited about a snow day. During the night, I wanted so badly to get up and peek out my window and check out all the miserable snow that will keep me from going to work. But I refrained. I wanted to be super surprised when I woke up.
My alarm went off at 5:30. I jumped out of bed and pulled up the blinds and glared at the whole two inches we got over night. TWO INCHES. That is nothing here in Rochester. Especially when we had storm warnings predicting at least two feet. To make it better, it wasn't even snowing anymore.
I was pissed. I really wanted my snow day. I checked the news. The Snowpoclpyse blew right over us leaving us with a measly two inches that we pretty much get everyday anyways.
Gone are the days of big winter storms and hot chocolate. Snowpoclypse reminded me that I was no longer a child, but a 24 year-old adult who had to get up and work 8-5. So I sit here at my desk staring out the window and the storm I nicknamed "Storm-nothing."
This storm had all sorts of nicknames "The Beast", "Snowpoclpyse", and "Snowmageddon." It was a storm of historic proportions, and indeed proved to be true in the Midwest right up to Chicago. With all the hype surrounding this storm, I was starting to get really excited. Wow, I might actually have a snow day off from work! All kinds of awesome thoughts floated through my mind.
I could take Owen out to play in the snow for the first time. Then we can go inside and drink hot chocolate and watch movies on TBS all afternoon. I was looking forward to some snow after all. I was looking forward to reliving my childhood snow days. I miss the excitement and the joy seeing our School scroll across the news channel. My hopes were high.
I went to bed and to be perfectly honest, I had a hard time sleeping because I was THAT excited about a snow day. During the night, I wanted so badly to get up and peek out my window and check out all the miserable snow that will keep me from going to work. But I refrained. I wanted to be super surprised when I woke up.
My alarm went off at 5:30. I jumped out of bed and pulled up the blinds and glared at the whole two inches we got over night. TWO INCHES. That is nothing here in Rochester. Especially when we had storm warnings predicting at least two feet. To make it better, it wasn't even snowing anymore.
I was pissed. I really wanted my snow day. I checked the news. The Snowpoclpyse blew right over us leaving us with a measly two inches that we pretty much get everyday anyways.
Gone are the days of big winter storms and hot chocolate. Snowpoclypse reminded me that I was no longer a child, but a 24 year-old adult who had to get up and work 8-5. So I sit here at my desk staring out the window and the storm I nicknamed "Storm-nothing."
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