New Year, New Resolutions

Well, I will admit that I did slack off for a bit during the holidays as far as blogging, and working to help my readers find new ways to save money.  The holidays are never an easy time, and this year was no exception. I will admit it, it was easier than last year in some aspects, but having very little income makes you re-evaluate how you do things.  To me, food and clean clothes are way more important than toys.  So this year we did without toys, and instead got books and educational/interactive toys and a few clothes. 
Now that the holidays are over, I am back at getting my weekly dose of 2 newspapers, plus whatever coupons get passed my way.  I am excited to get back into couponing, and look forward to *hopefully* being able to save money like the more experienced couponers do.  We will have to see. 

For my Babywearing Mommy Friends, I would like you to read this...

Heavenly Holds Blog has a very interesting article, with important information regarding baby wearing.  Even if you are not wearing your baby, but know someone who is, please share this with them.  I have learned A LOT in my 11 months as a mommy, and this is just one of those things  I feel strongly about.  And if you decide to go looking for baby gear, use one of the links on the blog, so they know you saw it on my blog!

Comments Should be Fixed

I went through the blog and made some changes so now all readers should be able to leave comments.  Let me know if it doesn't work.

well.....things are slow here

My desktop is still being worked on, and  I am slacking on bringing in a 2nd or 3rd helper to write articles for the blog.  But I have discovered some new things this week, and will spend Monday reading and researching stuff.  Hopefully I can churn out a few articles for it.  Plus, with the holidays coming up, I am sure that there will be plenty of chatter about what everyone will do for gifts. 
And to add to the interesting reading information, I think I may even add in life as a SAHM as something I blog about.   Since motherhood has consumed my life now (and so is planning his 1st birthday! whoohoo!)
Wonder if we can change the name of the blog???

Technical Difficuties....

I have been working from my laptop (while my desktop gets some work done) and have had the unluckiest of weeks with attempting to post anything this week.I have also gotten emails about readers not being able to leave comments, and I am looking into it.  Right now the best option I can offer is that if you would like to leave a comment and follow this on Facebook, leave your comment under the blog post link.  Or you can email me your comment and I will try to manually post it,  no guarantees tho.

Repurposing Items..and Thrifty Ideas

repurposeful is a handy blog that talks about re-purposing various items around the house, which we all know in today's economy, we can use it.

Freebies??

I see a lot of times there are other bloggers who get free stuff to try out just for the review that they give the company (not to mention we all know that they will blog about) I have written about a few different sites where you can get freebies and good coupons, but usually it's a trial size.  And that is good too, because I know I wouldn't want to get a box of garbage bags that I come to hate.

Car Repairs

In this economy, it seems like the price of EVERYTHING continues to rise.  My loving husband, who is an ASE certified (and re-certified) technician, is willing to work on vehicles for the cost of supplies and a minimal fee.  Work is only done on weekends, and can be scheduled with me.  So if you have anything that needs to be done, please email me.  **tell your friends**

Attn Thrifty Mommies!!!

I am really getting back into the swing of things, and have found yet another resource that, for those of us who do not mind anything 2nd hand, you might just love this.  It's a website called Swapmamas.com, where moms swap all kinds of stuff for the kiddos, and even stuff for mommies and daddies!  If you are seriously, truely interested, and would like me to refer you ( I don't know if this will automatically add you to my friends, but it's worth a shot) just email me or find me on Facebook and shoot me a private message. 



(Due to security issues it's safer to not add my email here.)

Making Money from Home

I know that I briefly touched base on this last week, as I found a website, odesk.com, that allows people to work from home for various companies/individuals.  I have actually be on a job since last week, applied to several other jobs, and went through an interview.  While you may find that there are many jobs that are available, it seems to me that many of the jobs are giving to people in other countries simply because it does not cost as much to employ people outside of the United States.  The job that I did get, is a very simple, 30 minutes a day job.  While it is not minimum wage, it is still a little bit of money.
Unfortunately the job interview did not go well due to the interviewer's lack of understand the English language. But  I have faith and hope that I will find something else out there.

Attention Moms!

I have found a website this morning that I want to share with ALL the moms out there. MomCentral.com is a website that has tons of moms and bloggers who share information about all kinds of stuff.  One blogger, DealSeekingmom.com , wrote about how she was "trying out" a Whirlpool washer and dryer (which is really how it caught my attention!)  So if you like hearing about stuff before you buy, or just want to connect with other moms, I encourage you to check this site out. 

Working at Home

Lately we have seen an abundance of online sources that claim to have legitimate jobs that allow you to work at home.  But which ones are real and which ones are not?  That is an excellent question at this point.  I have seen too many that say everything a stay at home mom wants to hear, but then they want money.  So today we are looking at a website that truly allows you to work from home, and you don't pay a penny into it.  oDesk.com allows you to use your skills from whatever training or schooling you have done, and use it to gain employment with companies that need your skills. I'm not just saying this because I read it on someone else's blog.  I went on this website myself, with the few skills that I have, and obtained a job, and actually started working.

Supporting Local Businesses

Over the weekend I have made new discoveries for those of us who are always looking to save money.  On North Monroe Street, next to Domino's, there is a Thrifty Groceries store, much like a dent and bent store, where you can get all kinds of grocery items (non perishables) for cheaper than retail price.  Upon checking out, I learned that when you spend $10, they enter you in a drawing to win $100 cash.  They do this drawing every month!! 
Along with the super cheap groceries, I know that many people I know have diet restrictions that do not allow them to eat regular pastries and baked goods.  Well, I have news for them!!!  There is a new baker in town, and while there is not a set location at this time, Desserts Anonymous does special order desserts. They will attempt to make anything you request, and so far they are 100% successful at making everything.  "Like" them on Facebook!  (Maybe eventually we can get a discount for liking them!) 

On that same "thrifty" note this week......

I know that earlier this week I posted about Etsy.com, a website where a great many people promote their items for sale, mostly handmade, and very unique.  Also, I have noticed that there is a great deal better quality in what I see on this site as compared to other sites. 
However, today's post isn't about a website, it a shop right here in Tallahassee, where I shop frequently and continue to introduce my friends to.  It's Lucky Duck, Resale for Autism, located at 3244 N Monroe St.  It's in the shopping center almost directly across from WalMart, behind the Scissor Works Salon.  There are clothes racks outside, with clothes for $1 a piece, along with a great deal of items for a great discount.  All clothing inside is $3 unless it has a tag (which means it's BRAND NEW) and those are $5.  Plus lots of goodies for the children, household stuff, you name it, they probably have it.  They even have a Facebook page, so be sure to check it out!!

Are you crafty???

Are you a crafty person?  Do you sew, or paint, or make small little things?  I have found this website full of handmade things, Etsy.com, and I wouldn't be passing this on if I didn't like what I see.  I also think that those of you who are artsy could definitely benefit from being able to do small things you enjoy and make money doing it.  

Freebies!!!

Who doesn't like getting stuff for free, even if it's just samples and coupons??  MySavings.com is a fantastic site to do just that.  You can get daily emails with what is new on the site, or just check it on a regular basis to see what is there. 

Some days....

If you have been following my blog, I'm sure everyone noticed that last week, after I had posted about posting at least once a week.  After having posted THAT, city workers were out cutting and cleaning and took out my cable lines.  : (   SO I was without cable for an entire week.  But now I am back and (hopefully) will be able to stick to the original plan!!

Old Navy $20 bag deal July 9, 2011~8am to 12 noon

Old Navy is having a $20 bag deal tomorrow, July 9 from 8 am until noon.(Details listed below came from Old Navy's Facebook page)

Saturday, July 9 · 8:00am - 12:00pm

All US Old Navy Stores. Check local store for hours.

 Tons of goodies and tons of mystery – score a treasure-filled mystery bag of Old Navy product in your size originally priced at $100-$125, for only $20! Plus, there’s a chance to win $1000 in every bag!

Legal Stuff:

All sales final. No returns or exchanges. Limit 2 bags per customer. While supplies last. Not valid online or on previous purchases. Cannot be combined with any other offers or discounts. Store hours may vary by locati...on.

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Legal residents of the 50 United States (D.C.), Puerto Rico, and Canada, 18 years or older. Ends 7/9/2011 at 11:59 p.m. ET (specific store hours vary by location). To play and for Official Rules, including odds, free method of entry, and prize descriptions visit http://oldnavy.promo.epriz​e.com/megadeals/. Void where prohibited. For Canadian residents: Mathematical skill-testing question to be correctly answered in order to win. 5 grand prizes of $1,000 cash and 500 first prizes of $50 Old Navy appreciation cards available to be won.

Free Method of Entry: If you would like to participate without purchasing a $20 Mystery Shopping Bag visit: http://oldnavy.promo.epriz​e.com/megadeals/ and follow the links and instructions to complete and submit the registration form, including a valid home address. P.O. Boxes are not permitted. Once you submit the form, follow the links and instructions to scratch the surface of the virtual Game Piece. The Instant Win Game results will be instantly displayed.

I'm Back!!

After several weeks of being sick due to an abscess, I am better, and back at my blog.  And now that I am back I have several weeks worth of blogging to catch up on.  I am unfortunately still on medication but not as much as I was before.

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