Spicy Peanut Soba Noodles

I stumbled upon this recipe for Spicy Peanut Soba Noodles created by Running With Tweezers at the Tasty Kitchen the other day and knew I had to try it. It had the perfect balance of carbs and protein that the crazy hubby needs for his marathon training. Not to mention it sounded amazing. Made it for lunch [...]

WTF, me?

I can barely even type this because my hand is all swollen but I was just putting Barnaby Jones to bed when he suddenly did this flip which almost broke my flipping-off finger and then he ran in between my legs and I fell so hard that I couldn’t even move and the dog was [...]

Musing Mommies Podcast Episode 50 {The Chit and The Chat}

Musing Mommies Podcast Episode 50 Tuesday March 9th, 2010 Oh Musing Mommies – spring is around the corner! The air is warmer, the sun is shining and Idol is on tv Tuesday through Thursday! Are you as excited as we are??? This week the Musing Mommies Kim and Dawn have no agenda and no topic of choice.  [...]

Money-saving Tips for Buying a Car

My poor little Monkey

Yeah, monkey is definitely teething. Everything is bothering him (&his screams are bothering me - I wish I could take that pain away).He has been a handful to say the least. He will only fall asleep in my arms - or the Bumbo seat. Its hysterical! You would think that would be the most uncomfortable way to sleep - but not my little monkey!I really wonder - did I give birth to a monkey?Once I mo

Submit Coupons to Win: The Deal Seeking Mom Coupon Database!

Don’t forget about the Submit a Coupon feature of the Deal Seeking Mom Coupon Database. Submitting each month gives you the chance to win a $25 eGift Certificate from Amazon.com for your help in keeping the database updated. Our February winner is Melanie O.! For a chance to win in March, follow these instructions to [...]

Wordless Wednesday: Spring

Now he did it

This afternoon while I was out spending child-free time at the grocery store during Emmie's nap, Jack's teacher called and spoke with Josh. It seems Jack and his two best friends at school had to pay a little visit to the principal's office.My first thought was to laugh. I mean really, they're 4. Unless they're burning down the school, what could possibly merit a visit with the principal? But then

Barbie Mermaid Party at Toys R Us – 3/13

Toys R Us is hosting a FREE “Barbie Mermaid Party” on Saturday, March 13, 2010 from Noon – 2:00 PM to celebrate the release of Barbie in a Mermaid Tale. The event will include activities and coloring fun!

Wordful Wednesday

Find it hard to just post a photo without explaining it some (like me)…go hop on the Wordful Wednesday bandwagon over at Seven Clown Circus. You ever have one of those days that you want to sell your child to the gypsies?  Today was that day.  Don’t let the photo fool you; she was being so [...]

How to make every single old person’s day.

  Bring your 3 year old and their Melissa and Doug Shopping Cart to the “REAL” grocery store and let him help you shop.     It’s hard to tell who loved it more…Carter or the old people.

Hey, Look What I Got!

I'm the "Qwitter" of the week on Twitter! @ciggybuttz gave me this certificate. How cool is that?

Another Year of Love and Togetherness

An anniversary is a time to celebrate the joys of today, the memories of yesterday, and the hopes of tomorrow.03122010

How to Make a Cake, Stimey Style

Alternatively titled: "You Know Those Recipe Posts With Pretty Photos of Food Being Prepared Interspersed Throughout the Post? This Isn't That Post."It was my friend ALW's birthday last week and she and her kids were coming over for a playdate so I decided to throw her a mini-birthday party. Naturally that means I had to bake her a cake.Oh, wait. That's not the right picture. Yeah. Here's the pict

{ the amazing appliance fairies }

So a while back, I bought a crockpot. It was a long-fought, internal battle for myself. I kind of have a fear. I'm not comfortable leaving something plugged in and functioning all day. It just isn't natural. I don't know what's wrong with me. Read about it here.Anyway.I found a crockpot in Target. It's biggest selling features were 1. It was under $30 and 2. It was red. Please refer to Exhib

I'm a virgin. Would someone take me to daycare third base, please?

I don't know what to do. But then I do. And then I don't. Junior’s been going to pre-preschool for two days a week for about a month now. Even though the staff were a bit zombie-ish it seemed ideal. The school is next to my office. I can check on Junior whenever I want, also known as Operation 007 Daycare. Junior makes friends. Chuck gets time to look for a job. It’s a win-win for everyone. Except

Formal Attire for Boys Not Yet Found

Finding formal attire for my boy is on the verge of being frustrating. I won't deny it any longer, its easier to find cute clothes for girls. Not to mention a wider variety of choices.My son is invited to the wedding of my very special friends Cai and James. He will also be participating in the offertory during the ceremony. I wouldn't dress him in tuxedo because I don't wan't my son to drown in h

May the force be with you

Designed by none other than John Bear, the tireless 80’s toy and movie pusher, Benjamin’s birthday invitation garnered such a strong reaction from everyone who found it in their inbox that I had to share. When Benjamin saw it he jumped up and down, and then after a few more viewings proceeded to tell me the [...]

No running in the gym!

The Destroyer is speedy, agile, and unpredictable. She has taken to bolting on me when we are out. I am drilling home the rule that she needs to stay with me at all times.We were at the Y and she bolted into through the automatic double doors, heading straight for the counter where she presents her card to the staff to be zapped. The Destroyer has entered the building. Spark Plug is often right in

the only moosh.

This having an only child thing is a tricky business. It’s one of those topics I’m afraid to look up on Amazon. I’m sure there’s books about the subject. I’m even more sure the internet is just BURSTING! with ADVICE! I want to ask her preschool teacher how obvious it is that she’s the only only child in [...]

Travels

All of the pictures are screenshots from Google street view. Locations include: Ronda, Spain; Central Mexico; a mountain pass in Corsica; and Alberta. I also visited Japan, Finland, Scotland, Northern Canada, British Colombia, PEI, Wellington in New Zealand (hi Sue!), lakes district in England, the southern coast of England, the north of France, Florence (a great place to play 'spot the tourist'),

Spam

No, not the illustrious canned meat. I'm talking the email variety. As someone who has had the same email address for the better part of a decade, I'm used to getting a lot of spam mail. Enlarge your penis! Send money to Liberia! Help, my grandma is in prison and I need bail! Find a mail order Bride today!But nothing prepared me for opening this lovely gem...Really?! I'm 11 weeks pregnant? I almos

Ponyo: Sweet, Loveable, Magical

"There is a word to describe Ponyo. And that word is magical." --Roger EbertI'd heard a lot about Ponyo on the web, but missed it inthe theater. I honestly wondered whether I would like it at all.It's really different from what I'm used to, for one thing. Though presented by Disney, it has a decidedly anime feel, thanks to the director Hayao Miyazaki (who also directed Spirited Away, the Academy A

Mama Likes : Nowali moccasins *giveaway*

Catching Up!

So...if you are caught up on your post readings for this week, you will note that it is Wednesday and I have been ill for the past few days...not really having the energy or the want to write a post!I do feel better today...actually made it through a whole day of work, bathed my child and read her a bedtime story and now I am sitting back in my usual place at the kitchen table, contemplating my da

Cart Buster Savings Event going on now at Kroger… plus a giveaway!

Plan your trip to the grocery store before March14 so you can take advantage of huge savings on your favorite brand name products in over 60 categories at the Kroger family of stores.  The Cart Buster Savings Event is taking place at all of these great stores:  Kroger, Ralph’s, King Soopers, City Market, Dillons, Smith’s, [...]

Saddened by the Death of Corey Haim

I hadn't really paid to much attention to any of the entertainment news until just a moment ago. I couldn't believe it when I read that Corey Haim died of an accidental drug overdose. He was only 38. I am so sad. Having grown up in the 80s I remember seeing many of his movies. He will always hold a special place in my heart. The Lost Boys remains one of my favorite movies to date. A real va

What Parenthood Isn't

On days like today, I just want to come home, lay down on the couch and rest. Rest.I don't want to walk through the door and immediately start cooking dinner. After a long night with Tot last night and a long, stressful day of work, I just want to rest. Rest.I don't want to put anyone's pajamas on.I don't want to change a diaper, or wipe a bottom.I don't want to put the dishes away.I don't want

Amy Victoria Beck

Aw! Here is another case of a female high school teacher doing it with her teenage (minor) student. Amy Victoria Beck , a California middle school English teacher turned herself to the police after six months of having sexual relationship with her student. She is charged with four counts of unlawful sex and one count of oral copulation with a person under the age of 16.What is happening to female

Wordless Wednesday

I title this one, "Shhh... Rachael Ray is on!"

SafetyTat

Have you ever lost your child for a split second? It causes a panic like you never knew existed. 90% of families will experience losing a child in a public place. 95% will forever remember the trauma of getting lost. Over 2000 U.S. kids get lost every day. With  such high statistics like these, it’s [...]

More Whole Grains in Your Morning Routine

One thing I’ve tried to do in my diet is increase the amount of whole grains and fiber in general, and I know firsthand that it can be difficult.  Whole grains are essential – eating just part of the grain doesn’t provide the same benefits of the whole grain. Nine out of ten Americans don’t eat [...]Post from: Mom's Favorite StuffMore Whole Grains in Your Morning Routine

The Bird's Nest Giveaway

 You must check out The Bird's Nest and enter the giveaway for her amazing little dress!!photo via The Bird's Nest

2010 Homebuyers Tax Credit

This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of Coldwell Banker. All opinions are 100% mine. Are you thinking about buying a home in 2010?  Did you know that the Federal Income Tax Credit for Homebuyers has been extended? Coldwell Banker has prepared a list of some things that you need to know about the 2010 Homebuyer Tax Credits. 1.   For first-time homebuyers, or those who have not owned

Pampers Gifts To Grow: 10 Pampers Points Code

There’s another new 10-point Pampers code available! Just head over to Pampers Gifts to Grow and enter MARFACEBOOK2010. Be sure to check out the previous Pampers Gifts To Grow codes I’ve posted. Share this post: Related posts:Pampers Gifts To Grow: New 30 Pampers Points Code Pampers Gifts To Grow: Another New 30 Pampers Points Code Pampers Gifts To Grow: New [...]

Ultra Downy Fabric Softener FREE Sample

Here’s yet another great Sam’s Club freebie — and this one is available to non-members as well. Register now for your FREE sample of Ultra Downy Fabric Softener! Note that the site is extremely slow currently. (Thanks, Hey It’s Free!) Share this post: Related posts:Degree Ultra Clear Deodorant Sample (Sam’s Members) FREE Lipton Green Tea Sample

the cat's meow

Next up, blood-thirsty bunnies

Marlo is officially down to two naps. For those of you who do not have children, that first sentence will mean nothing to you. For those of you who do, you probably just experienced an instinctual pain in your chest at the memory of what it means to plan your life around your baby's sleep schedule. Or is that just me? I can't be the only one who has run outside and verbally berated the garbage tru

Conversation in my head

The boys love watching the fish at Wal-Mart.  I should buy them a small tank with a few fish. Am I crazy?  Who will be feeding and cleaning said fish?  I’m about to have a baby.  I barely have time to water the plants.  Wait- what day is this?  Excuse me. But they would be so happy [...]

Take Back the Kitchen with an Edamame Dip

Introducing our latest contributor, Alma Schneider, founder of Take Back the Kitchen! Getting your kid to eat something besides chicken nuggets and mac n' cheese might be a challenge-until now. This easy, delicious AND nutritious edamame dip may solve some of your how-do-I-get-protein-into-my- kid? blues. Yes, chicken nuggets are easy but so is this dip if you take a moment at the supermarket to

Wordless Wednesday: Like Father Like Son

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Baby Pills

Gaaa! I was not prepared to tell Josh about the birds and the bees this early on. I was explaining to Josh how it was because of him that I first became a mommy, that I was not a mommy until he was born. Then the following conversation took place -- Josh: But how did I get inside your tummy? Me: Hmm… what do you think? (Stalling for time and deliberating on whether to give him straig

Wednesday’s Hero

Cpl. Jason L. Dunham 22 years old from Scio, New York Rifle Squad Leader, 4th Platoon, Company K, Third Battalion, Seventh Marines (Reinforced), Regimental Combat Team 7, FIRST Marine Division (Reinforced) April 22, 2004 For The President of the United States of America, in the name of Congress, takes pride in presenting the Medal of Honor (Posthumously) to Corporal [...]

Poor Sick Boy.

Carter is sick. I feel so bad for him. He is just a snotty, whiney mess and it is so sad. He tries to laugh and play, but sometimes you can just tell how yucky he feels. We have been keeping him hydrated and he has been taking 2 naps a day, so I am sure he is on the road to recovery. I just wish I could do more to help the poor guy. My pregnancy is continuing to go very well. I am getting a l

New High Value Deodorant Coupons!

There are some new high-value coupons available for Unilever deodorants at Dont Fret The Sweat.  These should make for some nice deals at the drug stores or even the upcoming Kmart Super Doubles! The coupons available now are: $1.25 off Degree Men Deodorant $3/2 Degree Men Deodorants $1.25 off Degree Girl Deodorant or Body Mist $3/2 Degree Girl Deodorant [...]

Chef Baby Girl!

My daughter LOVES to cook. I mean she LOVE LOVE LOVES to do absolutely anything in the kitchen, even if it's loading up the dishwasher!Momma doesn't like the thought of said baby girl anywhere NEAR the stove when it's turned on.Daddy had to go to a work meeting, so Baby Girl wanted to make a "special daddy dinner" for when he gets home. She wanted to make him cheese burgers since they are his

Free Couponizer Smart Guide To Savings Ebook

Couponizer is offering a FREE Ebook called The Smart Guide to Savings Ebook (Just skip all of the offers to get to the Ebook.) Want more freebies? Check out the other recent freebies that I have posted.  Make sure that you also check out my Getting Freebies the Smart Way post to avoid having your email [...]

St. Patrick's Day Recipes

With St. Patrick's Day only a week away, here are some quick and easy recipes to whip up for the kids, courtesy of Duncan Hines.CLOVER PATCH BROWNIESBring a bit-o-luck to the kitchen by creating these shamrock-covered Clover Patch Brownies.Ingredients:1 pkg Duncan Hines Family Style Chewy Fudge Brownie Mix1 pkg pre-made marzipan or fondantgreen food coloringgreen toothpicksBaking Instructions:1. B

Beginners’ Guide to WordPress: Posts & Pages

We’re continuing our series on getting started with blogging, bouncing back to WordPress this week to look at the basics of posting and creating pages. Previously, we looked at how to create your first post—but there’s a lot of information and options on the post page that we didn’t cover. To get to the edit post [...]

Lent - Day 19

There is this park where we live that has a bunch of woods beside it. About two years ago, we went into the woods and built a fairy house. It is still there today.