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Tailgating in Style #BBNshops #ad

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How are your teams doing? I’m seeing all of my friends talking about their teams on Facebook. I have to say I’m not a huge fan of football {gasp!} but I do love tailgating season. I totally use it as an excuse to eat anything and as much of it, as I want! I do have a fun roundup of tailgating in style ideas that you might just love though. Here you go, and enjoy!!

  1. Blinged out cowboy boots – Bling and cowboy boots – tuck in your jeans or in the southern states, wear them with your sundress at your college tailgate. Pick these up at Nordstrom.
  2. Mini-Chandelier in your Fan color! – How else will you see once the sun sets?You need light after dark, right? Then why not make a statement that your tailgate is upscale? Buy it in the color of your alma mater at Macys.
  3. Breathalyzer – No one wants to be responsible for a drunk driver…You’ve been a great host, but you can’t pay attention to everything everyone imbibed. Want to be really safe? Ask them to breath here before handing over the keys. Pick it up at Best Buy.
  4. Canopy Gazebo – Stake out your territory quickly with this easy one-piece steel frame. Its also got SPF 50 UV guard protection. Buy it at Walmart.
  5. Portable Generator – More than just a power source, its also an air compressor and has built in USB sockets to play audio. Buy it now at Walmart.
  6. Cocktail Case – Take everything you need for sophisticated mixology in one case – martini or mojito anyone? Order it from Get Organized.
  7. Portable DISH Network – Do you actually need tickets to the game? Take your viewing with you wherever you go, truly portable at 10 pounds, means the backyard, the riverside or the parking lot. It automatically finds the satellite signal. Order online and pick it up at your local Walmart.
  8. Beer Keg – Serve Heineken and Newcastle on tap at your tailgate, in your backyard or your basement. Order it from Macys.
  9. 40″ LED TV – Make sure you can see the touchdowns from any angle. Take advantage of the HD shows on your DISH network. Order it from Walmart.
  10. Bison Leather Football – Tradition with an edge? They make great burgers and great leather. Ready for that pick-up game? Order it at Orvis.
  11. Bison Burgers + Franks – 8 each of the Bison Burgers and Franks. Great lean meat, show your guests you care. Order the package now from Omaha Steaks.

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Boombox Network . The opinions and text are all mine.

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12 Things All Cat Owners Must Have #BBNshops #ad

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Are you a crazy cat lady? Okay, maybe you only have one cat…so you’re not that crazy, haha!! Cats are such fun pets, but they’re a little high-maintenance, right?! Here is a fun list of 12 must-haves for cats. I’m sure you would agree that these are necessary!

  1. Attack Cat Sign – Could be a joke, or could be the truth. Ever had your ankles scratched from under the sofa? Still a great sign you can order now and pick up at Petsmart.
  2. Motorized Cat Mobile Toy – Keep your cat engaged anywhere you can find a door. Get some exercise for that indoor cat with Pioneer Pet Tiger Toy from Kohl’s.
  3. Paw Cleaning Litter Mat – Clean the Litter off those paws as they step out of the litter box. Order it from Wayfair.
  4. Pounce Toy – Natural Bamboo and canvas, natural and durable for lots of fun by Ore Originals from Nordstrom.
  5. Cat Paw Litter Scoop – If you must have that scoop hanging around, then at least make a statement! It’s an Ore Originals paw from Nordstrom.
  6. Catnip Shaker – Wow, a shaker of catnip! Sprinkle it on those special places, like scratching posts, or perches for a special treat. Buy this organic catnip at Abe’s Market.
  7. The Cat Whisperer Book – Secrets on how to talk to your cat, if your cat is willing to listen, right? Give it a go – you never know. Find it at Petsmart.
  8. Heated Window Sill Bed – The perfect window perch for your indoor cat and heated for the winter. Order it from Wayfair and have a happy cat!
  9. Kitty Cave – Easy to clean, more colors available, cat bed and a little cat cave, all in one. Find it at Kohl’s.
  10. 1000 Piece Cat Puzzle – Does your cat sit on your work? Let them walk across this puzzle filled with cats. Pick this up for yourself or the cat lover in your life from Get Organized.
  11. Yoga Cats 18 month Wall Calendar – Really, cats in asana poses? Up Cat, Down Cat, and mostly Corpse pose, right? World Market carries this great calendar you can use right away.
  12. Cat Shelf – Wall Art that doubles as shelves! Wayfair carries this fun series of cat perches.

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11 Must Haves for Big Dogs #BBNshops #ad

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Big dogs are needy. Right?! Well, small dogs are needy too – but big dogs tend to be a little more needy. Here’s a cool list of 11 must haves for big dogs. Stay tuned because I’ll soon be sharing a list of must haves for the small pooches as well. We have a bigger dog, Izzy. She’s our boxer. Cute and cuddly……and she acts just like a 2 year old.

Big dogs are needy. Right?! Well, small dogs are needy too – but big dogs tend to be a little more needy. Here’s a cool list of 11 must haves for big dogs. Stay tuned because I’ll soon be sharing a list of must haves for the small pooches as well. We have a bigger dog, Izzy. She’s our boxer. Cute and cuddly……and she acts just like a 2 year old.

  1. Bandana Collection – Big dogs don’t wear costumes, but they’ll wear bandanas! Get this Super Pack to have one for every occasion at Walmart.
  2. Dog Frisbee – What a great way to spend time with that big dog and tire them out for the evening. This great Zisc can be found at Abe’s Market.
  3. Chew Ball – Better known as the Green Ball. Tough as a Kong, but softer, with a place for peanut butter or treats. Buy it now at Petsmart.
  4. Wooden Dog Feeder – Help them eat and digest, by raising their food bowls, while helping with the decor. From Wayfair.
  5. Spirit Essenses -Essential Oils for pets! This is the Peacemaker Set. Check out all the other selections at Abe’s Market online.
  6. Large Rope Ball – One giant knot of rope. Solves the body’s need to chew and the brain’s need to unravel. Get one now at Petsmart.
  7. Chicken Pot Pie Training Treats -They’ll learn anything for the ultimate treat – Chicken Pot Pie might do the trick! Find them at Abe’s Market.
  8. Large Corner Pet Bed – Fits in the corner, has bolster sides, comes in blue or green. Put that big dog out of the traffic, but with a place to call his/her own. Get Organized carries this unusual bed.
  9. Water Trapper Mat – Winter is coming! Snow, ice and rain mean water, mud and dirt coming in the house on those big paws. These mats are a must to save your sanity if clean floors are a priority and are now carried at Orvis.
  10. Reflective Collar -It’s getting dark earlier and earlier. Make sure everyone sees you both on those winter night walks. Order from Orvis and personalize with name and number.
  11. Folding Crate – Traveling this fall? Take this folding crate so your big dog has their own home wherever you go. Find it at Walmart.

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Boombox Network . The opinions and text are all mine.

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10 Free Kindle Books

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Hey guys!! It’s been a bit since I’ve posted a free Kindle books roundup so I wanted to share this one with you. My plan is to get on track and post a new roundup each Friday.

Make sure to grab your Free Kindle Books that are available right now! Keep in mind, these are/were free at the time of posting. Things change quickly with Amazon, so just make sure the book is still free when you checkout!! Thanks to Lindsay at See Mom Click for this awesome list!

Want more Kindle deals? Check out all the Kindle Daily Deals and this month’s batch of 100 books for $3.99 or less. There are tons of great books in that list. Many that I’d like to hoard, errr…collect for myself! Okay. Yes. I’m a book hoarder. There, I said it!

Don’t have a Kindle? Just download a free Kindle reading app! I love mine that I use on my cellphone and tablet. If you prefer though, Amazon has a selection of Kindles here (prices start at just $69). I know many that own and love their Kindles with all of their hearts!

Thank you for stopping by and checking out this updated list of free kindle books! I hope you enjoy all of them. Make sure to come back and grab any new ones that you might have missed. You never know what books will pop up!

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Are You Tailgating This Year? Here are 9 Tailgating Essentials!

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I always associate tailgating with ballgames, food, good friends and fun! I use tailgating season as my excuse to eat anything and everything I want. And as MUCH of it as I want!! Are you tailgating this year? There are a few tailgating essentials that every tailgater needs….and you can find some great ideas here! That tailgating cooler is VERY cool

  1. SportBrella – This portable umbrella sets up in seconds and protects your entire family from wind, rain, sand and the blazing sun. Order it online and pick it up at Walmart.
  2. Tailgating Cooler – An ice chest, charcoal grill and all the utensils in one portable package. Shoulder strap or handles, you decide how to carry it, after you order it from Walmart.
  3. LED Lantern – Don’t you love the retro look, but with the safety and brightness of LED lighting? Order it now from Best Buy.
  4. BackPack Cooler Chair – All in one – your chair, your cooler, and your hands are free! Pick this up at JCPenney.
  5. Football Blanket – Since childhood, sitting on the bleachers was always better with one of these wool blankets over your legs. Online at Best Buy.
  6. Grill Light – It always gets dark before you know it. Clip this almost anywhere and the flexible neck lets you point it where you need it. Buy it at JCPenney.
  7. Weather Resistant Outdoor Speaker – Get the sound to everyone with this large speaker that can be placed horizontally or vertically and keep going for 6 hours. You can find this at Best Buy.
  8. The Picnic Pack – Enough for snack time for the whole team and the coaches. 16 Burgers and 16 Franks, all gourmet. Order it from Omaha Steaks and keep it in the freezer until you need them.
  9. Football Claw – Now there’s the perfect place to keep that Game Ball – on the wall! Order it now so its on hand when you need it, at The Container Store.

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Boombox Network . The opinions and text are all mine.

Adult Halloween Decor and Fun Ideas for Celebrating for Two #BBNshops #ad

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Halloween isn’t just for the kids ya know! If you’re planning an adult only Halloween party, here are some really fun decor ideas. Ohh, and if the kids will be gone, and you’re spending the night alone with your significant other…then there are also some really cute “behind closed doors” ideas. Ahem. {oh, snap!}

Okay…..now on to the awesome list below of goodies. Enjoy!

  1. Ceramic luminary – No need for all that carving, and slimy pumpkin innards. Use this classic ceramic pumpkin year after year. Get several, for a beautiful display. Via Pottery Barn.
  2. Flickering pumpkin light – Never mind candles, these are much safer, and work in all kinds of seasonal luminaries. Via Spirit Halloween.
  3. Pre-lit ghoul – If you go all in for terror. Via Walmart.
  4. Halloween hostess apron – Sheer. Green. With a skull embellishment. Wear it over black yoga pants and a tank top for no-fuss Halloween attire. Via Walmart.
  5. Skull and tassel earrings – They dangle, they frighten, need we say more? Could be the start of quite the tradition. Via Nordstrom.
  6. Skull and roses underwear – Because we know you care about the details, and when you put together a special event for your beloved, you don’t hold back. Via Neiman Marcus.
  7. Lined basket for trick-or-treaters – Just because you’re focused on your significant other, doesn’t mean you can’t welcome trick-or-treaters with a special basket of candy. Via World Market.
  8. High, antlered cheese dome – Not to be forgotten, something dramatic for entertaining long after Halloween is past. Via Neiman Marcus.
  9. Branch-look cheese spreader – A special cheese knife makes cheese and crackers into an event. Via Sur la Table.
  10. Frozen Beef Wellington – 35 minutes in the oven, and fancy dinner is pretty much done. Add some salad, bread, you’re set. Via Omaha Steaks.
  11. Black bleeding taper candles – What would a romantic dinner be without candles? What would Halloween be without a little was gore? Via World Market.
  12. Honey & truffles – In Napa Valley, they always serve you honey with your cheese. It’s delicious! Via Sur la Table.
  13. Nut sampler – The final component of a gourmet cheese board is always an assortment of nuts. This sampler offers 4 different kinds of roasted almonds. Via Abe’s Market.

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Boombox Network . The opinions and text are all mine.

10 Family Friendly and Funny Halloween Costumes #BBNshops #ad

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Have you picked up your Halloween costume yet? Do you even know what you’re going to be? I just shared some fun cleavage-free costumes the other day and today I’m sharing some funny ones. I’m totally digging #6 and the hubby loves #1 on the list. These are the perfect costumes to show up in at your family or neighbor’s Halloween party! You can find all of these linked below. Enjoy!!

  1. Mounted Moose Head – Because you know you’re someone’s trophy! Buy it at SpiritHalloween.com.
  2. Pink Elephant Costume – I think there’s a pink elephant in the room… Ha! The conversations this getup will spark! Buy the pink elephant costume online at Target.com.
  3. Angry Birds Head – It’s your favorite game. You have played it for hours and conquered the levels. You’re totally entitled to have a big head. Best part: wear what you want on the bottom! Buy it online at Walmart.com.
  4. Skin Suit & Accessories – The skin suit is a great foundation for any costume, especially if you’re going incognito! Buy it online at Walmart.com. Shown here, the orange skin suit, a rainbow wig and the silver gogo boots. Add jewelry, a skirt, a boa, a jacket…
  5. Nun (with 4 headpieces) – Comes with 4 different headpieces that read different irreverent and funny “nun” puns. Buy the nun costume online at SpiritHalloween.com.
  6. Elf on the Shelf – You know, the Elf on the Shelf has found himself in all sorts of compromising positions lately ( caught in the act on Pinterest). He’s not really for little kids after all. Buy it online at Kohls.com.
  7. Giraffe Costume – Just hope that the ceilings aren’t too low or it’s going to be a long night! Buy the giraffe costume online at Kohls.com.
  8. Human Piñata – It’s not that you like getting beat around. It’s that you like dispensing candy! Buy the pinãta costume online at SpiritHalloween.com.
  9. Rubber Ducky – Can’t you hear Ernie singing his Rubber Ducky song? Just keep it clean, ok? Buy it online at Target.com.
  10. Kangaroo Kigurumi – Show up at the Halloween party in your pj’s and your kangaroo teddy. Your plan is the best: Party. Brush teeth. Bed. Buy it online at Kigurumi-shop.com.

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Boombox Network . The opinions and text are all mine.

10 Fun Cleavage-Free Halloween Costumes for the Ladies

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Halloween is just around the corner and I’ve been looking for a costume. From the looks of it, you’d think the Halloween stores think every single woman out there on this green earth wants to dress with full fledged cleavage everywhere. Yeah, uhhh….not me. I much prefer to keep my goods covered up. I’ve always been an I Love Lucy fan, so I’m reallllllllllly digging that costume!!! Checkout these 10 fun “cleavage-free” costumes!!

  1. OITNB (Orange is the New Black) – Who hasn’t watched the Orange is the New Black Netflix series? This costume is sure to generate new script ideas for season 3. Comfortable too! You can find it at SpiritHalloween.com.
  2. Comic Book Girl – Okay, I’m really loving this one too! Fans of Roy Lichtenstein will love this costume. Includes the dress and the headpiece. Find a ton of Comic Girl makeup tutorials & nail art ideas on Pinterest. You can find it online at Target.com.
  3. Chicken Kigurumi – Fun, casual and super cozy. What’s not to like about a Kigurumi onesie as a Halloween costume? You can slip right into bed once the party’s over. See all the fun choices (kid sizes too) at Kigurumi-shop.com.
  4. Classic Flapper – The 1920’s flapper Halloween costume is such a classic. And now, with even more timely given the Boardwalk Empire HBO show, whether you want to make that reference or not. A sexy but not oversexed costume. Buy it at SpiritHalloween.com.
  5. Where’s Waldo? – Or should we say Where’s Wanda? Add your own jeans and sneakers and you’re good to go. Maybe get the Waldo version for your date. Buy at SpiritHalloween.com.
  6. Disco Queen – The perfect excuse to get yourself on the dance floor. And to demand dance-able music all night long. Go ahead! Channel your inner Donna Summer with this 1970’s Disco queen costume. Buy it online at Walmart.com.
  7. Love Child – Peace & Love dude! It’s Woodstock all over again. Best part? You get to wear flat, ergonomic sandals all night in this Halloween costume. Buy it online from Kohls.com.
  8. Lunch Lady – Lunch ladies have traumatized many of us. Now it’s your turn with this Lunch Lady Halloween costume. Scary enough? Buy it online at SpiritHalloween.com.
  9. Atlantis Goddess – One to appreciate the myths of Atlantis? You are totally entitled to make up your own goddess tall tales while wearing this Atlantis Goddess costume for Halloween. Find it online at Kohls.com.
  10. I Love Lucy – We all love Lucy. Remember the Vitameatavegamin skit? Your prop? a DIY “Vitameatavegamin” label that you can stick on a bottle of cod liver oil. A different kind of horror for Halloween. Buy it online at SpiritHalloween.com.

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Go PINK for Breast Cancer Awareness Month #GoPinkBCAware

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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month – and I know many who love to show their support for the ta-ta’s. Either for yourself or for someone you know and love. So many lives are affected and there are so many ways to show our support.

There are lots of places on line to buy breast cancer awareness products, but did you know that The Breast Cancer Site Store actually donates 3-50% of the retail price of each item sold to funding for mammograms, breast cancer research and care for women with the disease? It’s granted to their charity partners through GreaterGood.org.

The Breast Cancer Site Store has a TON of awesome items to show your support including jewelry, apparel and gifts! Something for everyone. They also offer discounts through the month of October on popular pink ribbon items. It’s an awesome way to “Go Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month”.

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Which of the items shown above do you like?

I’d love to have one of all of them, but I’m especially in love with that hoodie! Fall is here and it’s getting mighty chilly! The bracelet would also make a great gift for a friend of mine. She loves breast cancer awareness jewelry.

What’s shown above, is just a super small portion of what they offer. I’ve got my eye on a ton of really cute stuff. They have lots of home decor too. Pretties for your garden, and they even have some fair trade goodies. Just a ton of stuff that you should take a look through.

Show your support by shopping at The Breast Cancer Site Store!!

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Buzz Lightyear to Star Command – Halloween Express Review and Giveaway! #HalloWin

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This is a sponsored post on behalf of Halloween Express. All opinions, and our love for Toy Story and Buzz Lightyear are our own! #HalloWin

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Buzz Lightyear to Star Command, Come in Star Command!

Have you and the kids decided what everyone is gonna be for Halloween yet? I know it’s early but folks, the leaves are changing colors already and I have pumpkin and spice scents in all my candle warmers. Fall is here and Halloween is just right around the corner! Little man was Sheriff Woody last year and this year, he wants to be Buzz Lightyear!! So, Buzz Lightyear he will be! We’re keeping Toy Story alive around here!

 

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I don’t like taking Eli shopping in the Halloween stores because most of them aren’t so “family friendly” if you want my personal opinion. They can be pretty scary too, for a little kid. This year we opted to just shop from the comfort of our PJ’s – at home on the computer – from Halloween Express. The name says it all! They have tons of costumes for the whole family…kids, adults, pets and then of course they have all the awesome party supplies and decorations too! Plus, all the extra accessories like wigs, gloves, hats, masks, etc.

The Halloween Express website is so easy to navigate and search to find the perfect costume, and they have it all, including your favorite Disney characters and super heros. They have plenty of creepy and scary costumes too. If you’re leary of ordering your costumes online, don’t worry! They have an awesome sizing chart to help you figure out what size will be the right fit. If you’re not sure, I always recommend going up a size just so that wearing a layer of clothes underneath will be comfy.

 

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He adores his Buzz Lightyear costume! It fits perfectly, with a little extra room so he’ll for sure be able to wear it through the year too when playing, and going to well, you know – Infinity and Beyond! He had no problems going down the slide, although we thought for a minute that Buzz’s jetpack might not fit through, thank goodness it’s inflatable!!

 

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Things I love about Halloween Express:

  • The massive selection of costumes, accessories, party supplies and home decor.
  • The super FAST shipping! His costume arrived even BEFORE it was supposed to!
  • The costumes are superior quality.
  • Prices are usually cheaper than most other places because they’re always offering discount codes!

 

Halloween Express Discounts

I have some awesome discount codes for you to use at Halloween Express. Both are valid through Oct. 20th and only one code can be used per purchase. Use code: FSMCID2014ZLA to score free shipping on your order. Or use code: MCI2014D to get 15% off your order (no minimums! Woot!).

Regular free shipping offer: Just an FYI. Halloween Express automatically offers free economy shipping on orders of $65 or more with no code needed. So figure out which code will be worth the most according to your cart order.

 

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Halloween Express Giveaway – (2) $100 Gift Cards!

Now, for some FUN – we’re giving away (2) $100 Halloween Express gift cards! Two winners will each win a $100 gift card to buy your Halloween costumes and decor! On us!!! Just use the Rafflecopter form below to enter. Giveaway is open to US residents, age 18 or older. Giveaway ends October 2nd, at 11:59pm EST.

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Make sure to stay up to date with Halloween Express via their Facebook page and their Twitter account for all the fun news, updates and promotions!

What do your kids want to be for Halloween?

 

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How to Get Rid of Ground Moles – The Most Effective Way

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How to Get Rid of Ground Moles

I’ve lived in the country all of my life. Since I was itty bitty, I remember my daddy trying to figure out how to get rid of ground moles. He tried EVERY way possible to get rid of them. He tried Coca-Cola, bubble gum, the wind mill contraptions, standing guard with a shovel, and even sitting for hours with a gun. He also called them every name under the sun. He was always a DIY’er, by nature, so he wasn’t interested in hiring someone to take care of the moles for him.

Before I start getting hate comments, we LOVE animals. We have 2 dogs, and raised all sorts of animals. Ground moles, however, I can live without. Yes, they’re furry and they’re one of God’s creatures. But a fly is one of God’s creatures too and I have NO issues whatsoever, with being the maker of their demise!

Izzy, my boxer – God love her heart. She tries her darndest to catch ground moles. She’s just not fast enough. Here she is all brown nosed after trying to catch one. She even had dirt caked on her tongue!

Moles eat grubs, so people say to use this product and that product to get rid of grubs. That’s fine, but that won’t keep moles away because moles also eat earthworms. You don’t want to rid your yard of earthworms though, because those are good for the soil. So what is a person to do?

Ground mole traps are the MOST effective way!
It’s the tried and true method!

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There are many types of ground mole traps available. They’re really the only thing that has ever been proven as trustworthy. This particular trap, the Victor Out O’ Sight Mole Trap, has TONS of awesome reviews and if you’ll spend some time reading those reviews, you’ll get lots of tips and information. Several of them explain just how to set the trap and what has worked best for them!

We’ve always had luck with traps over the years, but we’re giving this one a go. We’ve never tried this particular type of trap yet – so I’m anxious to put some of these tips in the reviews to use and see what happens!

Have you had any luck with a particular mole trap? If so, tell us about it!!! We WANT to know!!

 

Luvs® Loyalty Program – You Could Win FREE Diapers for a YEAR #LuvsClub

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Do you have a kiddo in diapers? Maybe MORE than one kiddo in diapers?! If so, I know that you’ll appreciate some savings!! I’m all about reward and loyalty programs, so I wanted to tell you about the #LuvsClub!

You won’t want to miss this!

Not only do they carry awesome products like the Luvs® Super Absorbent diapers, but they have this crazy good Luvs® loyalty program too, to help mommas out! You can get awesome savings, get tips and find baby-related videos. I don’t know about you, but I could watch these kinds of videos for HOURS!

The best part is that Luvs® is giving the first 2,000 registered members a $5 Walmart e-gift card and a chance to win a grand prize of FREE diapers for a year!!! Woot!!

That’s a $1000 value!! The drawing will be held in April of 2015, so make sure to rush over and sign up now!

It’s so easy to do…let me show you how!

– Just click over to the Luvs® Loyalty program page.

– Then scroll down and click the blue “Sign Up Now” button that looks like the image below.

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– Fill out the form that pops up, and click submit.

– Then you’ll receive a pop up that tells you that you’re registered, it looks like this…

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See…..now how easy was that?! Easy peasy, right?!

Make sure to share the Luvs® Loyalty program with your friends and family so that they can enjoy the savings as well, and be entered to win that $5 Walmart e-Gift Card and the grand prize of FREE diapers for a YEAR! They make it easy to share. After you get your pop up box saying you’re registered…you have the option to share via Facebook and Twitter! 🙂

I can’t imagine how awesome it would be to win FREE diapers for a year! What would you do with that extra money you’d save? I’d totally take a vacation!!! 🙂

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“My Farm Friends” Personalized Children’s Books and Accessories from I See Me!

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Introducing “My Farm Friends” from I See Me!
Personalized Children’s Books and Accessories

We were introduced to the personalized books from I See Me! back a year or so ago and we instantly fell in love with them. I remember when I was pregnant, hoping and praying that the little man would love books and reading. Sure enough, he does. Since we did our earlier I See Me! personalized book review, they’ve grown with new books and accessories!

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The new “My Farm Friends” theme is beyond stinking adorable!! I love all the accessories too that you can get alongside the board book. A personalized puzzle and coloring book, stickers, lunchbox….all just wayyyyy too cute! The kids will delight in learning about all the different animals that live on the farm and discovering the sounds each makes! They’ll also love seeing their photo and name incorporated into the illustrations!

If you’re looking for a personalized gift for a baby shower, birthday, Christmas, or any other occasion, you should stop by I See Me! and see what they’ve got. There are many different themes and occasions to see besides the “My Farm Friends”. You can purchase gift certificates for expecting mommas and sign up for their email newsletter for all the latest and greatest info. I’m always getting really awesome coupon codes in my email from them! One other thing I love is that you can get birthday reminders for all those kiddos in the family!

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Their products are just such a fun and innovative way to explore and learn. Personalized items have changed over the years. I See Me! takes it over the top by adding photos and the kids’ names throughout the book. I know you’ll love them just as much as we do. Do you have any occasions coming up that I See Me! gifts would be perfect for?

 

 

5 Reasons to Choose MyRegistry.com As Your Baby Registry

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Expecting mom and dads have many options when it comes to baby registries. You want goodies from this store, goodies from that store – and OHH, don’t forget the goodie goodies from that OTHER store! Now, instead of being registered at 2 or 3 different places, you can have just ONE universal baby registry at MyRegistry.com!

Let them be your one stop registry destination. Their service gives customers the flexibility to choose baby items like cribs, strollers and more from ANY store in the world!!! Whether it’s a local spot, a popular store online and even the national chain superstores!

5 reasons to choose MyRegistry.com as your baby registry:

 

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1. Sync all of your registries
Instead of having friends and family run all over God’s green earth to find the things you have registered, they can just shop from ONE place for it all! You can go online and sync all of your registries (i.e. Giggle, The Land of Nod, diapers.com, Amazon, Target, etc.) and keep all of them in one neat and tidy spot! Organized in one list. The list is updated each time you login or when someone visits.

 

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2. Cash Gift Fund options:
You can actually register for CASH. We all know we like the money too. Sometimes it’s awkward saying, “We just need money!”. MyRegistry.com makes that part tasteful and easy. This service allows members to customize their cash fund option for any use. Your friends and family will be able to give money toward baby’s college fund, building a nursery, diapers or other needs.

 

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3. Get inspiration from other expecting parents:
MyRegistry.com features pages and pages of gifts chosen by other registrants in real time! How cool is that?! Sometimes new mom and dads often forget about certain things. Being able to see what other parents are registering for is a great way to register yourself for things you would have never thought of before! You can find inspiration boards with hundreds of ideas or products that can easily be added to your own registry!

 

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4. Tools to help you announce and share your registry:
Instead of having to announce your registry by word of mouth, you can do it in other fun and social ways! Send beautiful eCards annoncing your registry or enable friends/family to send them on your behalf. That’s such an awesome option, especially if your baby shower hostess is taking care of that process for you! You can customize your registry’s URL, and share to all of your social networks! If you’re more traditional, you can even download and print your gorgeous registry announcements to add to your shower invitations!

 

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5. Add items from stores without websites:
Thank goodness for smart phones! Now while you’re in any store without a website, you can scan ANY product’s barcode to add items to your registry list. The item instantly appears with the product photo and description on your registry. You can also add items from stores with a photo, description and notes on where to purchase the item! That’s perfect for local spots that you love.

Keep your registry open AFTER the baby has been born!! It’s perfect to keep in use for things like children’s birthdays, holiday wish lists and any other gift giving occasion. Parents can create their FREE registry at www.MyRegistry.com. Not only do they offer baby registries, but they also have great ideas for non-profit and fundraising!!

Disclosure: This is a collaboration on behalf of MyRegistry and myself. All opinions are 100% my own and honest, as always.

 

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Top 5 Reasons Moms Need a Video Baby Monitor #VTechSafeandSound

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I received a #VTechSafeandSound video baby monitor from VTech and Mom it Forward to review here on the blog! All opinions are my own, and let me tell you…I am in love with it!

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Being able to keep all eyes on 3 kids 24/7 is tough. Especially when they all have a mind of their own and I’m trying to cook, clean, or even just go to the bathroom by myself for 2 minutes. Forget trying to take a shower alone! Since I don’t literally have eyes in the back of my head, I’ve always depended on a baby monitor. I had the old school ones, until very recently!

I am in LOVE with the VTech Safe&Sound Pan and Tilt video baby monitor! This baby ROCKS my SOCKS! I’m so grateful that I have the chance to have one because it’s saving my sanity and it allows me to unwrap these children from around my legs ALL day long!

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1. Monitor kids that share a bedroom
2. Talk-back intercom (allows baby to hear your voice in the middle of the night)
One awesome feature is that the camera zooms up to 2x and tilts 124 degrees up and down so I can see both of the younger kids who share a bedroom. I can see the baby in his crib and then, pan the room up to 270 degrees side-to-side so I can see kiddo #2 in his toddler bed!

The talk option is probably my favorite feature because the 2 year old loves to sing himself to sleep. If he wakes up in the middle of the night, momma can sing him back to sleep. Ohh, and I can keep an eye on the room temperature too!! How awesome is that?!

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3. Monitor playtime without constantly checking in
4. Keep an eye on baby while you’re outside
Momma can enjoy some quiet TV time alone now! The kids can play in their room and I don’t have to get up 15 times to check in on them. I can see them from my new handy dandy monitor. Oh, and my oldest 2 and I can go outside to play while the baby is napping and I can still see and hear him. It makes a momma feel better to know she can see her baby 24 hours a day!

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5. Vibrating Sound Alert (doesn’t wake up the whole house)
At bedtime, when it’s peaceful and quiet – I can mute the video baby monitor and and still be alerted to noise levels in the kids’ room with the vibrating sound alert. I love that because I can tell there’s noise going on yet it won’t wake daddy up! 5am comes awful early for him!

We’ve always been huge fans of Vtech. Now we can add the VTech Safe&Sound video monitor to the list of things we love! If you’re looking for a new baby monitor or buying one as a gift, I highly recommend this one!! One other thing I hadn’t mentioned. You can add up to 4 cameras and monitor all 4 from the same video monitor! That’s perfect for large families!

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What is your favorite feature of the Vtech video monitor?

 

 

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Swap or Sell Kids Clothes the Hassle-Free Way with Swap.com

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Sell Kids Clothes Swap.comEach season, we go through the closets and get rid of things we don’t wear anymore. If you’re like me, you like to get a little bit of the money back that you paid for the clothes, especially the kids’ clothes! No use in keeping them stored in boxes out in the garage! That’s why I wanted to tell you about Swap.com — a great place to buy, swap or sell kids clothes!!

Swap.com started back in 2013 – and they have tons of baby and kid’s clothes, baby gear, toys and games, movies, video games and maternity clothing.

Swap.com is different from other consignment places. You can buy from there, or you can swap and sell kids clothes and other goodies. From the seller’s standpoint, the biggest difference is that you own the products and price them but then….

  • they inspect it
  • they grade it (like new, good condition, etc.)
  • they take photos of it
  • they store it
  • they SHIP it out
  • they SAVE you a TON of work

I’ve sold on eBay and Craigslist before — but never did someone else do all the hard work for me. I always had to do it all.

{{{Below are a couple of deals I found.}}}

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From the buying standpoint – it’s alot like buying from Amazon. You add products to your cart from various sellers and then checkout. Badda bing. Swap.com ships the goodies to the buyers within one business day. You can expect to get massive discounts – anywhere from 50-95% off of retail prices.

FIRST TIME customers also get FREE shipping…

…and then for repeat customers, any order over $50 ships for free!

As far as the quality of the items, they’re all pre-screened by professional merchandisers at Swap.com. Each item is marked as fair condition, good condition, like new, or new with tags! Since the items are thoroughly checked out by the folks at Swap.com, there is no fear of being scammed by sellers. You always get the items you order and they have a 100% hassle-free refund policy. You can return an item for any reason and get your money back!

WIN WIN!

I know that it’s too early to be thinking “Back to School” but I always spend more than $50 so I’ll be using Swap.com to save a TONNNNN of cash and get FREE shipping too! I’ll be loading up now though, on some summer clothes.

What’s your favorite feature of the Swap.com site? Will you be using it to buy from or swap or sell kids clothes?

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Switching to SIMPLY RIGHT™ Infant Formula Can Save You Hundreds

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This post brought to you by Sam’s Club. All opinions are 100% mine.

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The first moment that I realized I was really a MOM, was the day that the husband went back to work. I was alone….just me and wee wittle man.

The time came for a diapee change. Off comes the diaper, and before I could get the other one on — the phone rings and then….

……….he poooooops. One of the “explosive” ones too. Ugh. The only thing I had handy to shield myself with, WAS my hand. As I answer the phone, with baby poo on my hand — I sobbed. It was my mom. She asked, “Why are you crying?” and I replied with….“he just pooped on my hand!” — I then hear honking laughter on the other end of the line.

{Thanks MOM! Yeah…I know. You’ve been there before!}

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Because I was a new mom, I was very picky about the formula. I breastfed for the first few weeks, but then to save my sanity — I began using formula. We used an expensive brand of formula that costed us a pretty penny each month. Gaahhh! If I had all that money now, I could go on 3 vacations! If I had known then about the SIMPLY RIGHT™ Infant Formula from Sam’s Club, I would have totally switched!

They have 3 different varieties to suit each itty bitty baby. Whether you use the Baby Care Gentle®, Baby Care Complete®, or Baby Care Sensitivity® SIMPLY RIGHT™ Infant Formula – each provide the best nutrients and nummies for your baby. Clinically proven to support growth and development, now with Lutein for brain and eye health.

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Check out the scoop and leveler!

(This will totally make those 3am feedings seem a little less dazed and confused!)

Simply Right Infant Formula Savings comparison

I got a little nosey and decided to see just how much money I could have saved by using the savings calculator online at Sam’s Club. I compared the cost of the formula we used vs. the cost of the SIMPLY RIGHT™ brand and I then got a little cranky! Geeze O’ Pete!!!! I would have saved over $600 in a YEAR! Break that down and it’s a whopping $50 bill each and every month! How much would YOU be saving?

Do you have any FUN baby stories? We’d love to hear all about them! Leave us a comment below and tell us your BEST baby story!

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Rodan & Fields Skincare Produces Crazy Awesome Results

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I was blessed with good skin as a teenager. I never had big issues with acne or major breakouts. Yes, I had the occasional “OH MY Gosh, look at the size of that crater!” moments but overall – I was lucky!

Until the mid-30’s hit.

Enter in dry patches, redness and oh dear….the fine lines. I don’t know what’s so “fine” about them. I think they SUCK!

One piece of beauty advice that your momma or grandma probably gave you – I know it’s the one mine gave me…

Take good care of your skin NOW. It’ll thank you later!

Brandi, one of my girlfriends that I graduated high school with was yammering on and on – on Facebook about how awesome this stuff was that she was using. She actually loved it so much that she decided to stop teaching so she could stay home with her son and start selling it! I couldn’t stand it anymore, so I had her send me some goodies to try out.

It’s called Rodan + Fields……and I {heart} it. Alot. Rodan + Fields are the names of these 2 rocking awesome dermatologists that created the line of products. Brilliant ladies, I tell you!

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They have 4 different skin scare regimens along with some other really popular products that are fantastic (including this thing that sucks dead skin off your face…more about that in just a bit)!!! Below is a guide of sorts that shows you what each regimen does. There’s Redefine, Unblemish, Reverse, and Soothe. The regimen I’m on right now is Reverse.

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Just after the first few uses, I could tell a drastic difference in my skin. The dry patches started going away and my face just felt good. Like, all I wanted to do was touch my face – good. Now that I’ve been using it for about a month, I can tell a HUGE difference. My redness is evening out and my complexion is more like it used to be when I was younger.

I’m really excited about that because by the time summer is in full swing, I won’t have to wear foundation!!! I’ve heard so many stories of women being able to go “foundation free” when using Rodan + Fields. I cannot wait for that!! Do you know how freeing that is?! I hate it when my face melts and foundation is pooled around me, when it’s 200 degrees outside. There’s nothing pretty about that!!!

Below is an awesome before and after photo of a gal named Laura! This is after 2 months of using the Reverse regimen, along with the eye cream and one use of the Macro Exfoliator from Rodan & Fields!

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Ok. Let me tell you about this Macro Exfoliator! It’s this really fancy shmancy digital handheld exfoliator that literally SUCKS the dead skin off of your face and neck. It’s the bomb – dot com!!! I’ve used it twice and both times, crazy amounts of dead skin crud came off of my face.

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This is the crud that came off. You see all that white stuff???? That’s DEAD SKIN! Gaaaa-rosssss!!!!

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You can compare Rodan & Fields to other skin care brands. I’ve used other brands like Clinique and my most recent skin care routine was Clarins. Rodan + Fields products cost less than BOTH of those brands and the results were much better. You just get a lot more bang for your buck!!

Rodan + Fields is becoming more and more popular, even among the celebrity crowd. LeAnn Rimes and Brittany Spears use it, and Oprah featured it as one of her favorite things! LeAnn Rimes just hosted a business launch party for her friend this weekend and Brittany Spears’ mom is a consultant! The Macro Exfoliator has gotten so much free press from being featured in mags by editors choosing it as one of the best at-home beauty tools!

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Turning Rodan & Fields into a career…

Brandi shared her story with me. I knew she was a school teacher before, but I had no idea at the time that she was able to replace her income with Rodan & Fields. Here’s her story…

“I was looking for something I could do in part-time hours that could give me and my family financial freedom!  In the few short months since starting with Rodan & Fields I have replaced my teaching salary. I do not devote more than 10 hours a week to R&F, but the payout is so amazing!  This business has been such a blessing to my family and I!”

If you want to learn more about the products OR the business aspect of Rodan & Fields, you can contact Brandi. Here is her business card.

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Brandi is also offering an awesome promotional deal right now! Anyone that orders from this link and orders as a preferred customer will get a free lip Micro-Dermabrasion Stick (valued at $17). With becoming a preferred customer, you’ll also get 10% off any order and free shipping 12 times a year!!

The best part about Rodan & Fields, besides the awesome results, is that they have a 60 day money back gaurantee. If, for whatever reason, in the first 60 days you’re not seeing any results you can get your money back. I don’t know about you….but I just think that’s awesome! We all have that hundreds of dollars graveyard drawer full of skin care and cosmetics that we can’t use and couldn’t return!!!

Which regimen do you think would be for you? The Reverse, Soothe, Redefine or Unblemish?

If you’re unsure and you’re really interested in trying out Rodan + Fields, you can contact Brandi to ask questions and find out which regimen might be what you’d need. She knows her stuff!!!

Treat Your Dogs to the Beggin® Party Packs – Now Available at Sam’s Club

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Do you give your dog treats? Maybe while teaching them new tricks or just because you love them?! Pepper, our ratty, loves her treats. There are so many treats out there but she’s always been a fan of the Beggin® brand of treats.

Sam’s Club members recently placed votes on the new Purina® Beggin’ Party Pack flavors and the winners are in! The winners are Bacon flavor, Bacon & Cheese flavor and then Collisions: Bacon & Cheeseburger! All of these flavors can now be bought together in a Beggin® Party Pack (each bag is 14 oz.) and can be found at Sam’s Club!

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We got Pepper when she was about 6 months old. We instantly started house-breaking her when we got her and YES! We used treats to train her. She loves all different kinds of treats, but we stick to doggie treats and snacks. People food just don’t mesh well with her belly, although she tries. She follows little man around all the time just hoping and praying he’ll drop something.

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All 3 of these new Beggin® Party Pack flavors will be a big hit with her. She loves all snacks with those flavors……who doesn’t LOVE bacon, cheese and burgers?!? I like to buy most things in bulk when I can, and that’s another reason why I love Sam’s Club. I can always find great deals there so I’ll be able to stock up on her favorite treats too.

I often have to bribe her with treats. We live in the country, and most of my neighbors have dogs too. If she accidentally gets loose off her lead, she’s GONE! Gone with the wind!!! It’s not uncommon to find me walking the road with a handful of treats. What can I say….she’s a little rascal!

What sorts of treats do you give your furbabies? Do you think they’d like these new Purina® Beggin® Party Pack flavors? The next time you’re in Sam’s Club, be sure to grab a pack! Your pooch will thank you!

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Use the New Price Alerts Feature at mySupermarket to Save Even More

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Disclosure: This is a sponsored post on behalf of mySupermarket, however, these opinions are 100% my own and honest, as always.

I know you all love saving money. That’s why I told you all about mySupermarket awhile back. If you aren’t familiar with them, make sure to click here to read my first post about them. Then you’ll understand why I love them so much!

Doing some of your normal household and grocery shopping from mySupermarket will save you lottttts of time and money! That’s what we busy mommas need, yo?!

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My favorite feature to use when shopping there is their unit price feature. I love, love, LOVE that part because I know I’m getting the best deal and I don’t have to stand in the middle of an aisle scratching my head figuring out which toilet paper is the better deal. Or whispering to myself, “this jar of sauce has this many ounces and it costs this much, but THIS jar has….”.

You know how it goes.

I’m really excited though, because I just found out that mySupermarket has another NEW and awesome feature…

PRICE ALERTS!

I don’t have a ton of time to always be on the hunt for the best deals. That’s why I’m excited about this new price alerts feature. You can now turn price alerts on for any product. You’ll receive an instant email when there’s a new offer or coupon on that particular product. Doesn’t matter which retailer. Amazon, Walmart, Walgreens, Target, or any of their other partners.

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So, not only can you save by using their unit price feature – now you can be alerted when your favorite products are discounted even more! YESSSS!!! I recently stocked up on toilet paper, paper towels, Jif peanut butter, coffee and some other things from mySupermarket. I saved over $40 by using their unit price feature so I’m excited to see how much I’ll be able to save with their new price alerts!

You can also manage the price alerts that you’ve turned on through their site. You can see all the alerts together, switch them on and off. That’s just a very cool way to keep your alerts exactly how you want them!

 

 

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You can see here with this screen shot I grabbed, with our favorite coffee as an example, you have the option to turn price alerts on.

 

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Now, here you can see I went ahead and turned the price alert ON. The button turned blue. All you have to do is click the button from off to on, and you’ll then be alerted each time that product is discounted more than it’s regular lowest price.

These price alerts kind of make me feel like a bargain sniper!!

Again…if you’d like to learn more about how mySupermarket works and how it can save you a ton of time and money, click HERE to read my previous post about them!! Or click HERE to begin shopping and saving now.

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You’ll love shopping there. I was completely sold the first time I shopped at mySupermarket because of the amount of time and money I saved. You can see from the photo above, all of the other companies who are raving about mySupermarket (including MY site)!! Just so you know, first time customers will receive $20 off their first shopping cart. Just watch for an email after you sign up!

Have you shopped using mySupermarket yet? If so, leave us a comment and let us know how much you saved or what your favorite feature is!!!

the chick behind this blog! I'm your ordinary, everyday wife and mom to an incredible pair of stinky guys! I am a self diagnosed coffee addict with a ginormous sweet tooth, preferably baked goods!! My hope is to help you, teach you, and entertain you on your way to a more thrifty and frugal lifestyle! Along the way, you'll find awesome recipes, great tips, and tons of randomness! We have loads of fun, so ya'll come back now, ya hear?!

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