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Mommysavers Newsletter -- February 2, 2004 Visit our site for more great resources: http://www.mommysavers.com "Mother's love grows by giving." -- Charles Lamb ============================================================== Hello! Happy Groundhog Day! It looks like we're snowbound for another day; schools in our area are closed. However, with temps in the teens we feel like it's downright balmy compared to the 20 below we experienced last week! The countdown is on -- Valentine's Day is less than two weeks away! If you're need some fun gift ideas, scroll down to read some good ones from our readers. Kim Danger ------------------------------ Please Visit Our Sponsors: BUDGETING MADE EASY Effectively organize and get control of your personal finances. Unique BudgetMap system replaces your check register and FITS IN A CHECKBOOK. See it now at: http://www.budgetmap.com/A1/mommysavers/20040207 BE ONE OF THE FIRST to introduce Mia Bella Soy Candles in your area. It's a unique, down to earth, and downright fun new business with a trend setting product! Capture an exciting income through retailing options, fundraising, and residual. You choose! Discover a cleaner, healthier, stronger scented candle and learn more about me, what I offer in partnership and this delightful new business at http://www.SoyCandlesByDesign.com. ------------------------------ Money/Time Saving Ideas: Cereal Bags I discovered one great tip when I needed wax paper to use to freeze my extra pancakes. I found that the bag inside my favorite cereal (after being cleaned and tore opened) was great. I save extra also by carefully opening the top and putting goodies in and tying with a ribbon for a quick gift. -- Nilda from NY Decorating Reading the Wall Art tip prompted me to share my decorating story. When it came time to paint my boys' bedroom I thought I would include them in the process. I let them paint a hand in their color choice and then strategically place their "prints" around the top of their room as a border. They chose complementary colors (purple and blue). Then I painted a horizontal red line under the handprints. We also spray painted their closet doors with green chalkboard paint (took about 3 cans) and placed a set of handprints on each door. It really looks cute! And the boys are proud of their "artwork". -- T.W., 37, from CA I painted a door in my kitchen with chalkboard paint. ($9 for a pint) While I cook, my 2 year old draws, and I also have a great place to write down messages and shopping lists! It looks great too! -- Kathleen, 34, from WA Coffee A friend of mine recently shared this tip for making inexpensive, easy and delicious flavored coffee at home! Just put a few drops of pure vanilla extract (to taste) in the bottom of your coffee pot and sprinkle some cinnamon ( to taste) over the coffee grounds in the filter. Brew the pot like you normally would and the result: a subtle, rich tasting coffee that could easily pass for the store bought flavored coffee, without the expense! -- Jennifer, 32, from WA To view our article, Coffeehouse Coffee On a Budget, click here: http://www.mommysavers.com/Articles/coffeehouse.htm We need YOUR tips for our newsletter! Submit them here: http://www.mommysavers.com/share_tips.htm ----------------------------- What's New: Real Mom Profile: Alana, 22, from OK This mom to three young girls and some great tips for inexpensive, homemade cleaners... http://www.mommysavers.com/real_moms/2.1.2004_alana.htm Picture of the Week: Where Ya Going, Mommy? This photo of little Carson was submitted by Tina Butler of Mesquite, Texas. Tina writes, "I was on my way to the mailbox to get the mail. Carson crawled over to the glass door to take a peek at where I was going. His poor little face says, "Come back, Mama!" To view the photo, click here: http://www.mommysavers.com ----------------------------- Deals/Coupons: They're BACK! Diaper Sale at Amazon.com! $7.49 Jumbo Pack of Pampers, Huggies, and other premium brands... Click here to see brands/sizes: http://www.mommysavers.com/shopping_tips.htm HSN: $15 off $20 order for new customers (not good on clearance/sale items) Enter code: 130004 My pick: Check out their scrapbook supplies!!! http://www.mommysavers.com/coupons/hsn.htm Kohls.com Check out their clearance and save up to 80% Boy's Sonoma Striped Tee -- orig. $14.00 now $2.52 Girls' SO... Fleece Robes -- orig. $28.00 now $5.04 Avanti?® Suede Barn Coat -- orig. $180.00 now $45.00 Carter's?® Clouds Blanket Sleeper -- orig. $16.99 now $3.03 (nice for a baby gift!) http://www.mommysavers.com/deals/kohls.htm *Shopping tip: Kohl's BAM (Bricks and Mortar) stores will go to their final clearance rock-bottom prices 2/9. Some say their prices are 90% or more off the original! Overstock.com Revlon Perfect Heat 1-1/4 in. Curling Iron List Price: $19.99 Price: $4.59 -- Search item # 32737 http://www.mommysavers.com/coupons/overstock.htm Children's Place at Amazon.com -- Save 75-80%!! http://www.mommysavers.com/deals/childrens_place.htm Gap Pocket t bodysuit for baby (long sleeve) -- Price: $12.50 Sale: $2.97 Pocket t bodysuit baby (short sleeve) -- Price: $10.50 Sale: $3.97 Boys' Profleece logo hooded sweatshirt -- Price: $29.50 Sale: $9.99 Girls' Striped turtleneck -- Price $16.50 Sale: $4.99 http://www.mommysavers.com/coupons/gap.htm DVDs/VHS at Overstock -- Some as low as $1! -- Harriet the Spy $1 Catalog # 50070 -- Madeline and the Easter Bonnet (a great Easter Basket stuffer!) $1 Catalog # 39009 -- The Truman Show (VHS) $1 Catalog #: 50073 -- Mermaids (VHS) $2 Catalog # 77430 -- Naked Gun 33 1/3 (VHS) Catalog # 77334 -- The Talented Mr. Ripley (VHS) $3 Catalog # 77325 -- Wonder Boys (VHS) $2 Catalog # 50078 -- My Big Fat Greek Wedding (VHS) $8.19 Catalog # 584829 http://www.mommysavers.com/coupons/overstock.htm For more coupon codes/deals, click here: http://www.mommysavers.com/coupon_codes.htm ----------------------------- Valentine's Day Gift Ideas: Personal Creations Cute photo mugs, grandparent items, etc., all with a personal twist $5 off $40 order CODE: 4507AA exp. 3/30 $10 off $50 order CODE: LOVEBUG exp. 2/3 http://www.mommysavers.com/coupons/personal_creations.htm Restaurant Gift Certificates at Half Price! http://www.mommysavers.com/deals/restaurant.com.htm Entertainment Book All Entertainment books are now $10 off with Free Shipping! http://www.mommysavers.com/deals/entertainment_book.htm HSN.com Talking Recordable Scrapbook (great for grandparents!) Item Number: 817-597 Was: $42.28 Sale Price: $23.50 http://www.mommysavers.com/coupons/hsn.htm Overstock.com Sterling Heart Toggle Bracelet -- Just like Tiffany's! (You may have to treat yourself!) List Price: $125.50 Price: $29.99 http://www.mommysavers.com/coupons/overstock.htm Friends - The Complete Fifth Season (1998) List Price: $44.98 Sale Price: $29.24 -- Ships FREE! http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B0000C2IXN/mommysavers ----------------------------- What's Cookin': Italian Pork Chops 3 lb. thinly sliced pork chops 2 Tbsp. oil 1 lb. can tomatoes 1 green pepper, diced 2 cloves garlic, mashed 1 onion, diced 1 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. oregano 1 bay leaf 1/8 tsp. hot red pepper flakes In large skillet, brown pork chops on both sides in oil. Remove pork to slow cooker. Combine all remaining ingredients and pour over pork in cooker. Cover pot and turn on low for 4 to 6 hours or until chops are tender. Serves 6. For more slow cooker recipes, click here: http://www.mommysavers.com/slow_cooker.htm ----------------------------- Valentine's Day: Ideas from our Readers Want to take your honey out for a Valentine's Day dinner but short on cash? Visit Restaurant.com. You can purchase $25.00 gift certificates for half price! Yes, just $12.50! You do it on line, print out the gift certificate and head to the restaurant! (Just be sure to read it carefully, some restaurants do impose "no specials/gifts on Valentine's Day, Mothers Day, etc.). If you have more time, you can even bid on these gift certificates on E-Bay and save even more money!!! -- Sue from PA *Here's the link: http://www.mommysavers.com/deals/restaurant.com.htm My husband did this for me and it was inexpensive, but thoughtful and romantic. He framed our bathroom mirror with hot pink post it notes as a valentines morning surprise. All of the post it's had one loving or encouraging word written on them, i.e. beautiful, charming, disciplined, loving, caring, etc. -- Lynn, 37, from MN Make a Photo Card -- Using old photos, cut out your kids' pictures in the shape of the letters L-O-V-E and glue onto a piece of colored paper. Write a message inside. I did this years ago and both my daughters still have them hanging up on their bulletin boards in their rooms. -- Maureen, Austin, TX For more ideas, click here: http://www.mommysavers.com/celebrations/valentines_day.htm ----------------------------- Help Others This Valentine's Day Brenda, 40, from VA writes, "My family and I have done this for two years in a row. It's a great way to say "I Love You" to someone else. Spend time with THEM making Valentine Cards for these (seemingly unloved) kids!!! I've included the info needed. I thought it would be great if everyone signed theirs "From ______, one of the mommies at Mommysavers.com!" Help WAY-FM make this year's Valentine's Day even more special for the kids at AGAPE, an Association for Guidance, Aid, Placement and Empathy. AGAPE's mission is to serve the needs of families and children through adoption, foster care, unplanned pregnancy support services, and faith based counseling. For the address to send your card and more information, click here: http://waym.wayfm.com/valentinesfromtheheart.html ----------------------------- Real Moms: Mini Profile Lisa, 35, from MN Lisa is a Data Specialist and mom to three kids: Dan - 13; Alex - 11; and Paige - 3 1/2. In the Kitchen: Chicken Salsa Hotdish 2 chicken breast chopped 2 cups salsa 1 cup water 2 cups corn (or any vegetable) 1 cup rice cheddar cheese In large skillet cook chicken until done. Add salsa, water and corn. Cook for 5 minutes. Add rice and cook for another 5 minutes. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese and serve. This is very easy and delicious. Funny Things Kids Do/Say: I was explaining something to my 3 1/2 year old that happened before she was born and she wanted to know where she was, so I told her that she was in mommies tummy and she looked at me so seriously and asked "did you eat me?" We laughed hysterically! Thanks, Lisa! These great hints came from our Real Mom Profiles. Keep 'em coming! To fill one out, click here: http://www.mommysavers.com/real_mom_profiles.htm ------------------------------ Please Visit Our Sponsors: ARE WE MAKING OUR CHILDREN SICK? Toxic chemicals were introduced into our environments 50 years ago, just after World War II. They were originally designed to enhance our lifestyles, now we know many are not enhancing our lives but threatening them. Read startling information about products you may be using everyday. http://www.familycorner.com/justforyou/health/toxins.shtml ------------------------------ Your Help Is Needed! Know of an quick and inexpensive way to say, "I love you," a fun Valentine card, craft, recipe, or a gift idea? Send your last-minute Valentine hints and tips our way. We'll share them on the site and in next week's newsletter! http://www.mommysavers.com/share_tips.htm ------------------------------ Subscription Information: To subscribe, send an email to: 27072-subscribe@zinester.com To unsubscribe, send an email to: 27072-unsubscribe@zinester.com ----------------------------- |
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