• Our Little Visitor – Do You Know What It Is?

    Fun animal in our yard!

    A couple weeks ago we noticed Skipper was circling a tree and when we went out to investigate further we found this furry little creature in the tree.  It decided after a few minutes to come down and was chased by across the yard by Skipper.  After it made it’s way out of the yard we looked up online and in a couple books what it could be.  Brina was the one to figure it out first by looking at the pictures in one of the animal books we had at home.  Do you know what it is?

    From what we can tell it is a………

    A Woodchuck (best we could tell anyway) that our sweet dog managed to chase up a tree!

  • Summer Activities: The Girls First Greenville Drive’s Baseball Game

    Greenville Drive Stadium - Fluor Field

    We were able to get tickets to a Greenville Drive Baseball through a work contact so we decided to take the girls to their first Greenville Drive’s Baseball Game.  The Greenville Drive is an affiliate of the Boston Red Sox’s Team.   Like with any outdoor event such as baseball you are subject to the weather conditions. The girls were super excited but after the game got delayed followed by wind, rain, hail, and thunder they had to cancel the game for the night. Although it was a fascinating experience watching the workers drag the huge tarp out onto the field the game being cancelled was a disappointment. The girls handled it fairly well and we were managed to squeeze in a few minutes of another special activity. We were able to get another set of Drive tickets for a double header so their first Drive game was postponed temporarily.

     

    Having fun on the playground at the Greenville Drive Stadium!

     

    Saying "HI" to Reedy the Greenville Drive mascot before the game!

     

    You guessed it! The girls first Greenville Drive baseball game and was pouring rain and hail. The giant tarp was not coming off the field that night!

     

    Brina had a moment of sadness because it rained and the baseball game was cancelled.

     

    Daddy trying to cheer up Karlie despite her obvious disappointment that the game was rained out!

     

    Since the game was cancelled we managed to squeeze in ice cream sundaes and a little bit of play time at McDonald's indoor play area! Can you find them? (Hint - look at the ceiling)

     

    WAY up high!

     

    They like to be up in the high towers, can you tell!

  • Fun Activities on the Last Few Days at School

    I was able to go spend a morning volunteering at the girls school recently. Thankful that I have had a number opportunities throughout the year to participate in their classroom. One of the benefits to having twins in the same classroom is you don’t have to split your time between several different rooms. The girls LOVE it when Mommy hangs out with them at school and Mommy is excited they still want to have me be a part of their school group. The last several days of school are always busy with extra activities. One of the days I was able to help out with was their annual Field Day which is a full day outside competing in a variety of kid games.

    Karlie working at a picture for one of her friends!
    Brina thrilled that Mommy is taking a moment to watch her draw while helping with their class!
    Karlie and Brina resting in between games on Field Day!
    Brina's turn to carry the bean bag in the relay for her team on Field Day!
    Karlie was one of the few kids that made it all the way hopping down and back without losing the ball between her knees. I was pretty impressed, probably couldn't do that myself!
    Brina doing the sack race, she was a trooper for her team!
    Almost to the finish line! Go KARLIE Go!!!

    It is hard to believe the school is done and they are out for the summer.  We have many fun activities already planned for the summer and I know we’ll come up with even more stuff to do.  They have already listed several things that we did last summer tat they want to do again (guess that’s good because last summers memories were positive)!  Glad they enjoy hanging out with Mom because I love these months at home with the kids!

  • Save A Lot: Deals for the week of June 1– 7, 2011

    The Save A Lot weekly ad deals are listed below for your convenience.   There are a lot of great deals this week at Save A Lot for $1.00, here is a delicious homemade Veggie Beef Soup recipe Blessings Multiplied – Recipe:  Veggie Beef Soup. You could pick up the vegetables and other ingredients on sale at Save A Lot this week!  Sign up for the Smart Shopper Club, by doing so you will get a $5.00 off of $25.00 coupon!

    Meats and Seafood

    Eckrich Hot Dogs or Bologna (16 oz) – $1.00

    Carolina Ground Turkey (16 oz ) – $1.00

    Butterball Turkey Bacon (6 oz) – $1.00
    Use $0.65/1 coupon from insert 5/22 Red Plum (Expires 7/10/11)
    $0.35 each after coupon

    Gwaltney Pork Sausage (12 oz) – $1.00

    Fresh Pork Tenderloin – $3.88 per lb

    Boneless Chicken Breast – $1.88 per lb

    Chicken Drumsticks or Thighs – $0.88 per lb

    Half Boneless Pork Loin Roast – $2.49 per lb

    80% Lean Ground Chuck – $2.88 per lb

    Simmons Buffalo or BBQ Boneless Wings (32 oz)  – $6.59

    Pick 5 for $19.99 promo on going: Pick any 5 specially marked packages of your favorite cuts of fresh, frozen or smoked meats and pay just $19.99 (about $2 per pound).

    Fridge and Freezer

    Oscar Mayer Lunchables – $1.00

    Reser’s Assorted Salads & Coleslaw – $1.00
    Use $1.00/1 printable coupon from Coupon Web
    Free after each coupon

    Minute Maid Lemonade or Fruit Punch – $1.00

    Tony’s Crispy Crust Pizza – $1.00
    Use $1.00/3 coupon from insert 5/22 Smart Source (Expires 7/31/11)
    Use $1.00/5 coupon from insert 4/17 Smart Source (Expires 7/9/11)
    Use $1.00/5 coupon from insert 3/20 Smart Source (Expires 6/11/11)
    Use $0.50/4 coupon from insert 5/22 Smart Source (Expires 8/13/11)
    As low as $0.67 each after coupon

    Totino’s Pizza Rolls – $1.00
    Use $1.00/3 coupon from insert 5/22 Smart Source (Expires 7/31/11)
    Use $0.50/4 coupon from insert 5/22 Smart Source (Expires 8/13/11)
    As low as $0.66 each after coupon

    Banquet Dinners – $1.00

    Fisher Boy Fish Sticks – $1.00
    Use $0.75/1 printable coupon from Fisher Boy
    $0.25 each after coupon

    T. J. Farms Sweet Potato Fries – $1.00

    Party Treats Ice Cream Sandwiches (4 count) – $1.00

    Tombstone Brick Oven Pizza – $2.49

    Curly’s BBQ Pulled Pork or Beef – $3.99

    Crisp Frozen Lemonade – $1.19

    World’s Fair Sundae Cups – $2.49

    Household

    Poly Steel Sandwich Zipper Bags (50 count) – $1.00

    Joy Dish Liquid – $1.00

    Bounty Basic Paper Towels (6 count) – $5.99
    Use $2.00/2 coupon from insert 4/10 Red Plum (Expires 6/30/11)
    Use $1.00/1 coupon from insert 4/10 Red Plum (Expires 6/30/11)
    As low as $4.99 each after coupon

    Produce

    Iceberg Lettuce – $1.00

    Fresh Tomatoes (3 pack) – $1.00

    Baby Carrots (16 oz) – $1.00

    Seedless Watermelon – $3.99

    Fresh Strawberries – $1.99

    Valencia Oranges (3 lb) – $1.99

    Vidalia Onions (4 lb) – $1.99

    Grocery

    Pringles (Original and Sour Cream & Onion) – $1.00
    Use $1.00/2 coupon from insert 5/22 Red Plum (Expires 6/30/11)
    Use $1.00/3 coupon from insert 5/1 Proctor & Gamble (Expires 6/30/11)
    As low as $0.50 each after coupon

    Knorr Side Dishes – $1.00
    Use $0.50/2 coupon from insert 5/22 Red Plum (Expires 6/19/11)
    $0.75 each after coupon

    Hamburger Helper Dinner – $1.00
    Use $1.00/3 coupon from insert 5/22 Smart Source (Expires 7/16/11)
    Use $1.00/3 coupon from insert 5/1 Smart Source (Expires 6/25/11)
    Use $0.75/3 coupon from insert 4/17 Smart Source (Expires 6/11/11)
    Use $0.75/3 coupon from insert 5/1 Smart Source (Expires 6/25/11)
    As low as $0.67 each after coupon

    Save A Lot Apple Juice (64 oz) – $1.00

    Sundia Fruit Cups (8 oz) – $1.00

    Red Gold Ketchup (40 oz) – $1.00
    Use $0.50/2 printable coupon from Red Gold
    $0.75 each after coupon

    Woeber’s Mustard (24 oz) – $1.00

    Kurtz Sweet Relish – $1.00

    Shasta Soda (4 pack) – $1.00

    Deer Park Spring Water (3 liter) – $1.00

    Crunch & Munch Butter Toffee – $1.00

    Dippables – $1.00

    Mantia’s Pasta Sauce – $1.00

    Shelby’s Grove Sliced Peaches – $1.00

    J Higgs Pretzels – $1.00

    Chicken of the Sea Chunk White Tuna – $1.00

    Allure Zero Calorie Sweetener – $1.00

    Jade Dragon Soy Sauce – $1.00

    Kellogg’s Cereal – $1.88
    Use $1.00/2 printable coupon from Kellogg’s
    Use $1.00/3 printable coupon from Kellogg’s
    Use $1.00/3 coupon from insert 5/15 Red Plum (Expires 6/26/11)
    As low as $1.38 each after coupon

    Hawaiian Punch (1 gallon) – $1.88

    Baumann’s Best Barbeque Sauce – $1.19

    Cowboy Billy’s Baked Beans – $0.79

    Bakery

    Mini Cupcakes (12 count) – $2.49

    Bundt Cake – $5.99

    Bakery Fresh Cherry or Apple Pie – $2.99

    Sliced Loaf Cake – $2.99

    Remember you can use the $5/$25 printable coupon to sweeten these deals!  Plus you can earn up to 5 additional $5 off $25 coupons for sharing the coupon with your friends.

    For more information about Save A Lot’s coupon policies go here.  If you find additional deals or savings please let me know and I will add them to the list.

  • Pampers Gifts to Grow – 10 Free Points

    Receive another 10 free points from Pampers with the a new Gifts to Grow code!

    This code is different from the previous codes I have given.

    Use Code:  4XGHB4HPE7PB7NK

    The code expires on June 4th so make sure to add it to your account within the next few days!

    You can save up the rewards to purchase gifts!

    For more information about the Pampers Gift to Grow Program and how you can start earning Pampers “Gifts to Grow” Rewards for your family go to Pampers Gifts to Grow!

  • Father’s Day Gifts: $25 Off Bosch Cordless Tools (Amazon)

    Amazon is offering $25 Off Bosch Cordless Tools now through June 20, 2011.  Are you looking for the perfect Father’s Day gift?  Many of the Bosch tools are on sale plus you can add the additional $25 savings at checkout.  Some items are more than 60% off prior to applying the additional $25!  Pictured above is the Bosch PS20-2A 12-Volt Max Lithium-Ion Pocket Driver with 2 Batteries it is normally marked down to 66% off plus take an additional $25 off!

    I have “secretly” been looking for a new tool set for Jake, maybe he’ll get one for Father’s Day this year!  Shhhhh……don’t tell him!  To see the other Bosch tools that qualify for the $25 and more information on the Terms & Conditions please visit the $25 Off Bosch Cordless Tools page on Amazon!

    For additional savings use your Amazon Gift Certificates from Swagbucks to get this gift at a lower price or even free!!!

  • Summer Activities: Kids Bowl FREE

    Are you looking for some fun family activities you can do with the kids now that the warmer weather is here and summer break is approaching?

    Starting on Sunday, May 1, 2011 you can take your Kids Bowling Free at Bowling Alleys across the nation.

    There is a fee for shoe rental, however, you can bring your own bowling shoes!  The nearest bowling alley to us is participating from May 2011 to September 2011.

  • FREE 44 oz. Fountain Drink at Pilot & Flying J Travel Centers

    Pilot Travel Centers has a coupon you can print on their Facebook Page for a Free 44 oz Fountain Drink at Pilot and Flying J Centers .

    If you are traveling soon or have a Pilot or Flying J Travel Center nearby this is a great deal.  We used a couple of their coupons last month when we were driving to and from the Atlanta Airport over Spring Break and Easter.