My Kind Of Introduction: January 2015

Monday, January 26, 2015

10 Parenting Life Hacks to Help Ease Your SuperMom Brains

We should be allowed to add Super-Parent to our resumes since I'm sure that everyone will agree that it's one of the hardest jobs that we'll ever take on! Right? It's time to give those super-capes a break by trying out some of these neat parenting hacks while adding a bit of fun to our routines, for both mommy and child.

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For better handwriting, send the kids out to play on the monkey bars!

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Let the kids "join in" on your video gaming by giving them controllers that aren't hooked up! (My fiance and I use to do this with our girls all the time!)

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Trace your child's feet onto a sheet of paper and keep it in your purse, no longer do you have to have your child with you when shoe shopping!

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Freeze a pacifier in a bottle lid with water, juice, formula, etc to help sooth a teething baby.

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Store your babies pacifier in little plastic containers with lids to help keep germs and dirt out of your child's mouth.

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Make a few simple cuts to create the PERFECT SANDWICH!!!

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Turn your child's old crib into a new and useable desk! Isn't this absolutely wonderful?

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Attach a self-stick hook to the back of your toddler's high-chair to help you keep up with clean bibs.

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Change up your punishing method a bit: Fill a bottle about 3/4 full with water. Add a bottle of glitter glue as well as ultra-fine glitter. Flip the bottle or give it a little shake. When the glitter settles... TIME-OUT IS OVER!

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Finally there's a solution to the waiting game of heating up more than one bowl in a regular sized microwave... USE A CUP!

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Friday, January 16, 2015

Shopping Deals from Sears, Payless and More!

CB2 cuts up to 66% off Winter Clearance items, with prices starting at the low price of just 99 cents! (Prices are as marked.)

Sears cuts up to 70% off a selection of clearance grills and accessories. (Prices are as marked.)

Sears cuts up to 60% off home items. Shop Your Way Rewards members receive an extra 10% off select items. Plus, take an extra 10% off Home items using coupon code: HOMESAVINGS (Prices are as marked.)

Target cuts up to 50% off a selection of clearance furniture and accessories, with prices starting from $7.49. (Prices are as marked.)

Target takes up to 70% off men's cold-weather hats, scarves, and gloves. Plus, take an extra 10% off using the coupon code: EXTRA10

Payless is having a clearance sale where you can save up to 60% off selected shoes. Plus, for a limited time only, take an additional 20% off Red Tag clearance items using the coupon code: ZZCLEAR20

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Thursday, January 15, 2015

Pigeon Forge and the Pick 3 Combo Deal

Tons of fun awaits you at the amazing Pigeon Forge!

No matter if your a movie buff, a lover of pop culture or just someone who wants to see your favorite stars in wax...... the world-famous Hollywood Wax Museum is a must see. In fact, you can pose with the biggest stars, while learning about their pets, pet peeves, and accomplishments. Everyone is sure to enjoy the fun, entertainment, creativity and artistry.

Marilyn Monroe in the Hollywood Wax Museum in Pigeon Forge

Not to mention that, with the Pick 3 combo deal, you get the opportunity to take a ride up into the mouth of Great Ape and see the breathtaking Smoky Mountains from the VIP Observation Deck (as long as the weather don't have other plans).

Are you The Chosen One?

In Hannah's Maze of Mirrors, find your way through the mirrored corridors hidden inside the Castle of Savannah to save Princess Hannah from the curse of Ugly Hetty. You'll have to make your way through 288 potential turns among hundreds of mirrored walls and archways and several sections where you see infinite reflections in every direction.

Hannah's Maze of Mirrors in Pigeon Forge

And last but not least, join the battle against evil at Castle of Chaos, the world's first 5D haunted attraction. Your mission: help the Paranormal Professor find out what supernatural activity is lurking inside. Soon you'll find yourself in an all-out shooting adventure where the highest scorers appear on the screen.

GUESS WHAT........

My Readers receive $3 OFF PICK 3 Pass!!

Please visit Hollywood Wax Entertainment for more information.

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11 Valentine's Day gifts under $50

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Here are some great ideas for gifts under $50

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Wednesday, January 14, 2015

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Monday, January 12, 2015

Save 25% off all Household Labels throughout the month of January!

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Welcome to 2015!
How are those resolutions coming?
I played it safe this year and didn't make too many resolutions other than to get back on my feet and get a home for my daughters, which will happen within the next couple months! YAY!

When it comes down to it, we all have the best intentions of keeping our New Year's resolutions. Even though many of them can be quite difficult to keep. You agree?
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From the kitchen to bedrooms to storage room and more.... It's time to get labeling so you're not wasting precious time searching for your needed items! No more losing your stuff and having to repurchase it and wind up finding it all months later (more than likely while your searching for something else!), which burns up your hard earned money faster then realized!

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DIY Valentine's Day Foam Stamps: Kids Craft

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**Valentine Foam Stamps Tutorial**

With Valentine's Day just over a month away, I figured I'd do something new and get a head start on my Love Day crafting and planning... which I NEVER do, since I'm always behind and sometimes close to late... no matter which holiday I'm planning for.

While my daughters were making birthday cards for one of their friends, I got an idea for creating stamps out of foam stickers! The whole process takes only a few minutes from start to end. I gathered a few supplies by wondering throughout the house and finding things that rolled easily as well as things that could be used as a sturdy stamp handle. Below you will find the supplies that I used to create my stamps but don't confine yourself to the things I found... You don't have to use the same supplies I used to create awesome stamps, be creative and add some personal touches to make them your very own!

Materials Needed:

Foam Stickers (Hearts, Flowers, etc)

Cardboard tube (Toilet paper, paper towel, etc)

Paint (Acrylic Paint Works best but Watercolors will work as well)

Glue Stick

Simi-Thick Paper (Construction paper, sketch paper, etc)

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*Rolling Stamp*

I simply stuck foam stickers onto a toilet paper roll in a random fashion.
I didn't have enough hearts to use on the Rolling Stamp so I used flowers! You can use your new stamp to create homemade wrapping paper, Valentine's cards and so much more!

*Simple Heart Stamp*

This one couldn't be any easier.... All you have to do is place any foam sticker onto a sturdy cylinder shaped item, dip into paint and STAMP AWAY!
I used a cute little heart in honor of the upcoming Love Day! Any shape can be used to match any and all holidays, celebrations and everyday fun!
Also great for homemade wrapping paper, Valentine's cards plus much more!

*Pencil Eraser Dots*

Pencil Eraser Stamping

You can also make polka dots using the eraser of a new pencil!
The options are endless with a circled dot stamp!

Here are a few example of other items you can use on your stamps. This is only a small selection of options.... The possibilities are ENDLESS so let your creativity run wild!
I'd love to see what you come up with, post your new stamp creations onto our Facebook page if you like, I LOVE sharing ideas!

Cut Apples into different shapes and use as your stamp, Use the orange peal for a unique texture, toy car wheels for car tracks, M&M container for stamp handle and circle stamp, make a flower print using the ring and so on......

Add your foam stickers to anything that rolls easily to create a rolling stamp!

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Monday, January 26, 2015

10 Parenting Life Hacks to Help Ease Your SuperMom Brains

Friday, January 16, 2015

Shopping Deals from Sears, Payless and More!

Thursday, January 15, 2015

Pigeon Forge and the Pick 3 Combo Deal

11 Valentine's Day gifts under $50

11 Valentine's Day gifts under $50

Flowers

A Spa Experience Gift Basket

Artisan Truffle Box

Infinity Love Ring

A Heart Shape Labradorite Ring

Heart Locket

Heart Locket

Disney Snowflake Pendant Necklace

I Count You Twice Etched Bracelet

Personalized Sentiment Bracelet

Personalized Canvas Print

Wednesday, January 14, 2015

Create, Customize and Share Birth Announcements for FREE

FREE Sample of Charmin

Monday, January 12, 2015

Save 25% off all Household Labels throughout the month of January!

DIY Valentine's Day Foam Stamps: Kids Craft