we have ARRIVED at FIVE

I know that I say this every single year, but, WOW!!! I can't believe Sam is already 5!!! It really has gone by so quickly. All he can talk about is how excited he is to start kindergarten now that he is 5. Kindergarten?!

We went with a spiderman theme (thanks mom for the idea) Seems the only thing he really likes is trains, and since we did that last year, as well as the year before I could not do it again. I have a good idea for another theme, but I want to use it when we have more friends and a bigger party---so, spiderman it was... and he was not disappointed. He had a great time with his grandparents (Pa and Ma, Grandpop and Nonna) as well as Aunt Leigh. and of course he made out like a bandit!! Happy birthday my sweet, sweet little boy. You are so tender-hearted, you are a hard worker and have some really great characteristics that I can not wait to see develop even more. You are growing a cute sense of humor and still have that twinkle in your eyes. You keep your eye on your sister at all times (otherwise she will cold cock you ha) and look out for her. I know you are going to be a great protector for her when you are both older. I am so proud to call you my son. I know you are growing up and before long you will not want sit and snuggle with mommy during curious George, so I will always treasure these days, even through the trying days. I love you buddy! Happy 5th birthday!

Kids eat free at chilis!

It is time to take the night off from cooking dinner and cleaning up. Just head on over to your local Chili’s with the coupon found here and kids ages 12 and under will eat FREE with any adult entree purchase. Keep in mind that there is a limit of 2 free kids meals per adult entree purchase; coupon only valid today, March 29th.

Sonic Happy hour 101

It was a long warm day, the kids enjoyed a nature walk, we were on the way home, the kids were thirsty, the time was just after 2PM, we saw a Sonic in the distance... no brainer--- slushes for everyone


I think they approved--- check out the exhausted, satisfied little faces

walmart rebate deal

If you are a Walmart shopper, then you’ll definitely want to take advantage of this special offer from All You Magazine. Through April 15th, purchase any two of the products pictured above at Walmart and you’ll snag a $10 Walmart gift card in the mail!
Here’s what you need to do…
* Purchase 2 of the following items at Walmart through April 15th: Cottonelle Ultra Toilet paper 12pk, Kellogg’s Frosted Flakes Family Size, or Any Zicam Cold Remedy product. Keep in mind that there is a $0.50/1 Cottonelle coupon found here; there is also a $2/1 Zicam coupon found here.
* Print and complete the form found here
* Mail in the completed form along with the original Walmart store cash register receipt dated between 3/11/11 and 4/15/11 (be sure to circle the participating products on the receipt).
* Your request must be postmarked by 4/30/11. This offer is valid ONLY on purchases made at Walmart stores and is only good in the United States. Limit of one submission per household. Allow 4–6 weeks for shipment.

no spill buble tumbler for free

Parenting Early Years has this freebie advertised in their magazine… just go on over to littlekidsinc.com/parenting to request a really cool and free no-spill bubble tumbler sample.

What is going on around here?

I love walking around the house and seeing things that don't quite add up right. With my two it is not just a daily occurrence, but more of an hourly one ha.
Sam has "rest time" everyday. This means, Sam must go up stairs and be in his room and rest (play quietly). It is always interesting to find the different things he plays with and the specific placement he has them allMolly is funny. She is a tornado, hurricane and tsunami all wrapped up into one, HOWEVER, she has to place her toys all in a row.

Kirk went to "rest" during rest time, Sam wanted to go in the bed with him. They both took a sweet little nap.

Yup, that is my candle, Yup, that is the turkey from Molly's sandwich, Yup, she told me she was "all done". Yup, my line of questioning has changed.

I went through my coupons and looked for expired ones... the kids enjoyed "going through" them as well.
After I took down the Christmas decorations, Molly decided the little nitch needed something else in it---

Elmo, Minnie Mouse and magic wands on top of our bedroom pillows?!...

No, I can not explain this one--- It looks as though my children are actually 1) calm 2) sweet and 3) sitting next to each other without hitting/pinching/pulling/pushing one another.--- yup, this is DEFINITELY NOT a normal sight at my house

target beauty bag and samples

Hurry and request a Beauty Bag filled free Beauty Samples from Target plus up to $25 worth of savings inside.