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Redbox Code 05.21.08

Today’s free code for a Redbox movie is 2052DL. This code is good for one free movie and you can use it until midnight tonight. Enjoy a free family movie together! Side Notes: – If you want to rent more … Continue reading


Gorgeously Green: Becoming Aware

I am so excited to begin diving into a new book this week and to discuss how we begin our journey towards being more green. Our book this month is, “Gorgeously Green,” by Sophie Uliano. I am a newbie to … Continue reading


Old School Baking Day

My sweet little bread machine kicked the can last week after two years of hard work in our family. I used my bread machine two to three times a week so it does a lot of work for us and … Continue reading


The Bad Side of Gardening

Our neighbors have the most beautiful yard on the block. The landscaping is impeccable and they are always working on their lawn. I can see them slaving away while I sit in my little lawn chair in my garage…which is … Continue reading


Redbox Code 05.19.08

Today’s free code for a Redbox movie is EA5636. This code is good for one free movie and you can use it until midnight tonight. Enjoy a free family movie together! Side Notes: – If you want to rent more … Continue reading


Something Exciting Is Happening

We are trying to complete our homework for starting kindergarten and this week Ethan got his teeth cleaned. Ethan’s teeth looked beautiful, but we discovered a special secret that his mouth had been keeping… Ethan has his first loose tooth. … Continue reading


Old-Fashioned Spaghetti & Meatballs (And How to Eat It)

With my grocery dollars screaming for mercy right now, I am trying to focus more on eating more budget-friendly fare. My grocery lists have shifted from what we want to eat to what is on sale and what is going … Continue reading


Next Book for Discussion… Gorgeously Green

There was some interest in exploring another book together and there has also been some interest in discussing more green ideas on the site. I thought I would pair the two and we could work our way through the book, … Continue reading


Freebie Friday: May 16, 2008

As always, a big thank you to Heather, from Freebies 4 Mom, for helping compile this week’s freebies. Check out Heather’s post on The Knack for Crafty Kids and find out how you can score another Michael’s coupon. After all, … Continue reading


MomAdvice Weekly Recap 05.16.08

This was an exciting week for me as I have finally hit the landmark of my 1,000th post! In case you missed it, please drop by and say hi. I would love to hear your thoughts on what you would … Continue reading