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Suave Glamour Reel Moments Event: Days 1 & 2

When I am normally invited to PR trips, it is usually packed with information and meetings about the brand and what it is or is not doing for our family. There are discussions, speakers, noteworthy & (at times) tiring days … Continue reading


Amy’s Notebook 10.16.08

I arrived back in town last night after a fun trip to California! I have so much to share with all of you and promise to do that really soon. Today I am suffering from jet lag and a bad … Continue reading


Wordless Wednesday: The Elvis Edition

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Play It Again, Momma: Homemade Cinnamon Rolls

Growing up, one of my favorite Saturday treats was a Pillsbury Cinnamon Roll. My mom would make these for us on Saturdays and we always fought over the ones that had the most frosting. Sadly, it was such a thrill … Continue reading


Redbox Code 10.13.08

I arrived late last night in Los Angeles for the Suave sponsored, “Glamour Magazine Reel Moments.” event. I woke up bright and early at 4 AM and was ready to start tackling the day. That is what a difference in … Continue reading


Deliciously Spiced Pumpkin Bread

Before I left for my trip, I wanted to make sure that we had a yummy snack for the kids to munch on. I checked the pantry and had all of the ingredients to put together some mini-loaves of my … Continue reading


Follow My Trips!

Check out all the details on my trips by visiting The MotherLoot. I just posted our first day of activities there including tons of tips for throwing a frugal and delicious Thanksgiving dinner! Not everyone was pictured here, as a … Continue reading


Freebie Friday: October 10, 2008

As always, a big round of applause to Heather, from Freebies 4 Mom, for helping us with our Freebie Friday list. I couldn’t do it without her! She rocks! Don’t believe me? Be sure to check her coupon list for … Continue reading


Notebook Experiments: How Will I Ever Stand Being By Myself?

Experiment: How Can I Ever Stand Being By Myself? Experiment Taken From: Notebook Entry 08.07.08 Materials Needed: Please see The Simple Dollar for the full instructions on ideas for completing this task. Trent has a great list of fifty things … Continue reading


Amy’s Notebook 10.09.08

I love this charging basket (@ oh, fransson!) These are some cute knitting & crocheting projects for Halloween (@ whip up) It would be great to make some of my own boxes for our gift cards this year (@ Craft … Continue reading