Monthly Archives: July 2007

Jul 27

Waffle Time



I was starving this morning, and staring at the fridge I saw nothing that I wanted for breakfast. I thought waffles might be good, so I peeked in to the freezer, and no waffles were to be found. I decided to dig out my waffle maker and give it a try. I got out my trusty red Betty Crocker cook book and found a quick and easy recipe for the batter.

Thade decided that he wanted to help out too, and kept himself busy stirring the dry ingredients. I cleaned up the waffle maker, and hoped for the best. This was my first attempt at making waffles from scratch, and they turned out so great. They were crispy,light, and much tastier than the frozen ones. I’m definitely taking the time and making these again. The recipe that I used made 12 waffles, and I have my freezer stocked for quick breakfasts.

Jul 26

Up To My Ears in All Things Icky

Poor Thade is so sick with the flu today. He got sick in the living room, the kitchen, and the dining room too. While I was cleaning up the carpet, and hardwood floors I decided to throw his blankets in the washing machine they were a little stinky. I walked in to the utility room and stepped in cat poop. GRRRRR! It is just one of those days.

Jul 26

A Day on the Couch

Thade is not feeling well today. He woke up this morning feeling yucky everywhere, and a hurt tummy too. We are going to be sticking pretty close to home today, with Thade resting on the couch. I hope that he feels better soon.

Dylan had a grumpy tummy last night. He kept mommy busy changing lots of diapers. He is doing much better today. I hope it is just a 24 hour bug that the boys have, and they will both be back to normal soon.

Jul 26

Walgreens Run 7/25/2007


Whew! I had quite a shopping trip at Walgreens today, and I came home with some great deals. This month is Baby Care month and the EasySaver catalog had so many great offers, I took advantage of the sale and stocked up my supplies closet. I have enough household cleaners to get my place spotless, and enough baby wash to keep the boys spotless too 🙂

Here is the list of what I got:

  • Garnier Fructis Shampoo and Conditioner for $2.34 ( $1.00 in coupons)
  • Desitin Creamy for $2.99 ($2.00 in coupons)
  • Balmex for $4.24 ($1.75 in coupons)
  • A&D Ointment for $4.49 ($1.00 in coupons)
  • Grins and Giggles Lavender Wash for $1.99 ($2.00 in coupons)
  • Baby Orajel for $4.04 ($1.75 in coupons)
  • NUK Pacifiers for $3.99 ($2.00 in coupons)
  • Nutripals Bars for $4.99 ($1.00 in coupons)
  • Aluminum Foil for $.99
  • Waxed Paper for $.99 ($.01 in coupons)
  • Hefty Trash Bags for $5.99 ($1.00 in coupons)
  • Ziploc Containers for $2.44 ($.55 in coupons) + earned $1.00 in rebates
  • Windex for $2.79 ($1.00 in coupons) + earned $1.00 in rebates
  • Windex Anti-Bacterial for $2.79 ($1.00 in coupons) + earned $1.00 in rebates
  • Pledge for $3.84 ($.75 in coupons) + earned $1.00 in rebates
  • Fantastic Cleaner for $2.54 ($.75 in coupons) + earned $1.00 in rebates
  • 4 packs of Lysol wipes for $8.00 ($2.00 in coupons) + earned $4.00 in rebates
  • 2 Glade Air Infusions Spray for $.51 ($2.49 in coupons)
  • 2 Oust Spray for $2.99 ($4.99 in coupons) + earned $2.00 in rebates
  • Walgreens Training Pants for $6.99 ($1.00 in coupons)
  • Thomas the Train toy (for Thade he had earned $6.00 doing chores) $4.99
  • Huggies Buddies wash for $1.19 ($1.00 in coupons)
  • Huggies Wipes for $.79 ($2.00 in coupons)
  • Huggies Shea Butter Body Wash for $1.19 ($1.00 in coupons)
  • Huggies 2 in 1 Shampoo for $2.19

Grand Total before coupons $112.32, and with my coupons I only paid $80.28 ($88.48 with tax). This shopping trip I had $32.03 in coupons, and I also earned about $12.00 in rebates (Walgreens gives you and extra 10% on your rebate total if you place it on a gift card). I truly love shopping at Walgreens, and I can’t wait for our store to open here.

Jul 25

A Favorite Meal


I mixed up my menu a bit this week. I knew that my husband was going to have a very long day today. This is his second day this week that he has worked a 12 hour shift. I decided to make one of his favorite meals, Pot Roast with Potatoes and a Chocolate Bundt Cake. The whole house smelled yummy when he made it home today, and he was thrilled to get his favorite meal mid-week.

What are some of your family’s favorite meals?