Category: holidays
Welcoming 2012 with Opened Arms
| January 2, 2012 | Posted by barb under holidays, Randomness |
I hope that everyone had an amazing New Year’s Weekend. I’m curious…Did you spend your weekend with family or friends? Did you see any great firework displays? Are you ready for ‘2012? Any thoughts on new year resolutions? This weekend we spent time with hub’s sister. We saw an amazing fireworks display; courtesy of his… Keep Reading…
The Eve Before Christmas is Finally Here
| December 24, 2011 | Posted by barb under holidays |
It’s finally here. The Eve of Christmas Day. I’ve got so much work that needs to be done before the end of the year, but instead (and more importantly) I choose to bask in the joy and beauty of Christmas. I hope you’re doing the same…even if it’s just for a little while. I know… Keep Reading…
My Afghan is finally Complete
| December 21, 2011 | Posted by barb under Holiday Gift Guide 2011, holidays, Randomness |
Just in time for Christmas (YES!). I managed to put every spare minute into crocheting this afghan so that it can be ready for wrapping and placing under the tree. Zach is the new member in our family (the one I made this gift for). He’s 18 and moved in a few months ago. I… Keep Reading…
My Love For Family Visits (and a rabbit too)
| December 17, 2011 | Posted by barb under holidays, Randomness |
I can’t tell you how much I enjoy family visits, even if they’re not a full 24 hours. My mother, niece, nephew and sister drove down from San Antonio last night. We had such a great visit. We didn’t go to bed until way after two in the morning. It wasn’t a quiet night though.… Keep Reading…
SHhhhhh…I’m a #jcpSecretSanta This Christmas
| December 13, 2011 | Posted by barb under Blog Tours, holidays |
How exciting! I’ve never done this before… I went shopping as a Secret Santa. At one of my favorite stores, JCPenney. Online. For a special Blogger who doesn’t even know I’m shopping for her! It was so much fun and I can’t wait to hear what she thinks of the gift I chose. The shopping… Keep Reading…
3rd Annual Random Acts of Zhu (#RAZ2011): We Played ELF
| December 11, 2011 | Posted by barb under holidays, kids stuff |
I was beyond myself when I heard I’d we’d be taking part in this year’s 3rd Annual Random Acts Of Zhu (AKA: RAZ 2011). As an ELF for RAZ 2011 I received boxes stuffed with Zhu Zhu pets and playsets to give to a local charity of my choosing. We received our boxes a few… Keep Reading…
Happy Thanksgiving Everyone
| November 24, 2011 | Posted by barb under holidays, Randomness |
Here’s hoping you have a sensational time with family and friends today…and that today’s events bring you joys and memories to last a lifetime!!! BuzzNet Tags: Thanksgiving,holiday greetings,well wishes Keep Reading…
Holiday Gift Guide 2011: Kate Kate The Fashion Plate (brand new tween series)
| November 17, 2011 | Posted by barb under Books, educational, Holiday Gift Guide 2011, holidays |
For those who don’t know who Patience is, she’s my daughter. She’s a girl with a lot of spunk and is full of life. But those aren’t the only qualities she carries. Patience is also very artistic, unique, and creative. She’s super sensitive, loves to talk, has an eye for fashion and is a wiz… Keep Reading…
Strategies for Saving a Bundle on Your Holiday Gift Budget
| October 29, 2011 | Posted by Guest Blogger under Guest Bloggers, holidays |
Since the stores are already daring to put out the Christmas trees and ornaments (do they KNOW that it’s not even Halloween yet?) I thought I’d share with you my favorite way to save on our Christmas gift budget. I have five small children who want everything they see on television, a husband who always… Keep Reading…
Halloween Party Kit from Tombstone
| October 24, 2011 | Posted by barb under Entertainment, holidays |
If your house is anything like mine on Halloween, the events of the evening can be pretty “predictable.” Here’s a glimpse into mine… The kids are running around in circles; like chickens with their heads cut off (screaming for your help). You’re being pulled in all directions (helping with this, that, and the other). Dad’s… Keep Reading…
My Costume Rocks Pop Rocks Sweepstake
| October 23, 2011 | Posted by barb under Entertainment, holidays |
Straight from the horses mouth…here’s a great sweepstakes I just learned about and wanted to share with you. It sounds like a really good one and if you get the chance to enter—Good Luck!!! FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Pop Rocks® Conjures Halloween fun with “My Costume Rocks” Featuring “Flavor of the Year” Atlanta, GA — October… Keep Reading…
Halloween Safety Tips
| October 18, 2011 | Posted by Guest Blogger under holidays, kids stuff |
Halloween is quickly approaching us and there are always TONS of articles about safety and children and I know you can get a million tips all over the internet. I’m going to tell you my top 10 tips and maybe you’ll learn something new…or just remember something you had forgotten. Either way, I hope you… Keep Reading…
GIVEAWAY: $50 Party City Online Gift Credit
| March 22, 2011 | Posted by barb under Family, Giveaways, holidays |
UPDATE: This giveaway is now closed. Winner has been chosen randomly using “& the winner is” plugin. CONGRATS TO KARI! Please check your email. If you’ve ever shopped Party City, then you probably feel the same way I do about the place—and that is…that IT TOTALLY ROCKS!!! There’s always some great mark-down ‘clearance’ sale going… Keep Reading…
Giveaway: HOP PRIZE PACK (1 Winner)
| March 21, 2011 | Posted by barb under Family, Giveaways, holidays |
Yes! I’ve got the goods!!!! Last week I shared a quick teaser post with you. I told you about HOP the movie (which many of you have already seen trailers for), but I also told you about a sweet prize pack I’d have up for grabs this coming week. Well, today is that day. But… Keep Reading…
Hop Into Easter With a BANG
| March 17, 2011 | Posted by barb under Family, holidays |
I can’t wait to see Hop when it rolls into theaters on April 1st. From the looks of the trailers I’ve seen, it looks like it’s going to be one heck of a show! Do you agree? Here’s a preview of the upcoming film…if you haven’t seen it yet About the movie Synopsis: Blending state… Keep Reading…
Happy Valentine’s Day From All of Us At Blogfully
| February 13, 2011 | Posted by barb under Family, holidays |
I know I’m a little teensy-weensy bit early on the Valentine Wishes, but I wanted to make sure I “wished” you a great one before you ran off to work in the morning. You know how hectic Mondays are, or can be. You’ll have the usual chaotic Monday morning madness (don’t you worry), but this… Keep Reading…
Ready For School- NOT!
| January 2, 2011 | Posted by barb under Family, holidays, kids stuff |
The girls are growing antsier by the minute, but they’re not ready or even want to go back to school yet. They keep saying they want to stay home with me forever, but every time I turn around they’re asking to go somewhere or do something because they’re bored, and they’re constantly complaining that they’re… Keep Reading…
Good Morning and HAPPY NEW YEAR to All!!!
| January 1, 2011 | Posted by barb under Family, holidays, Randomness |
Good Morning to all and Happy 2011!!!!! I can’t believe 2010 flew by so quickly. It’s scary! So. Did you stay up to watch the ‘ball’ drop in New York, on TV? Did you do anything special with family or friends (or both)? Well we did nothing (LOL). Awe, I can’t say that exactly. We… Keep Reading…
Last day to Vegetate and then its Back To Work
| December 26, 2010 | Posted by barb under Family, holidays |
I hope that the last few days, spent at home with family or out with friends, was as fun for you as they were for me. Christmas was so awesome…though it wasn’t the usual Christmas experience. This year we wanted to try something different. We didn’t stick to the usual ‘traditions’ at all. We sort… Keep Reading…
Merry Christmas from Our Family to Yours
| December 25, 2010 | Posted by barb under Family, holidays |
Merry Christmas everyone!!! We hope you have a wonderful day and that it’s filled with peace, love and happiness!!! Oh, and eat till you’re tummy’s content…for tomorrow, we diet! LOL—just kidding (kind of). Anyways. I know your busy. I just wanted to make a quick appearance here, this morning, to say MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!! Have a… Keep Reading…
All I want for Christmas is…
| December 23, 2010 | Posted by barb under Family, holidays |
I must confess…I do want a little more than world peace and good will toward men… I want an iPad, and a grand computer, and a new washer & dryer, and all those other great monetary items that just make you feel so good. I want what I can’t have and I want it all.… Keep Reading…
Holiday Fun Giveaway From iCaughtSanta.com and Blogfully
| December 10, 2010 | Posted by barb under Family, Giveaways, holidays |
Yes, it’s that time of year. The time when our kids try to catch a peak at the man in the jolly red suit. Have you caught him yet? Well I did…and he’s just as I suspected. Cuddly soft with a beard that’s oh-so white. I caught him pulling Piper’s Christmas wish list out of… Keep Reading…
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