Monthly Archives: November 2007

Nov 10

Trim the Tree

We aren’t decorating for Christmas just yet, but I’m trying to get a plan going. Tonight my mom and I were discussing what we were going to decorate the Christmas tree with. Every year she has a different theme for her tree, and I tend to stick with the basic unbreakable ornaments.  It was fun throwing around different ideas, here are a few that we (mostly she) are thinking about using:

  • A Nature themed Christmas Tree: With craft store birds, and homemade nests. You could use popcorn garland (if your kids are a little older than mine), and peanut butter/ bird seed covered pine cones.  Even washed and pressed pretty Fall leaves would make great ornaments.
  • An Origami Tree: Pretty folded paper cranes, fish, turtles, anything that you can fold would make perfect ornaments.
  • Jewelry Theme: Get out the costume jewelry, brooches, hat pins, and adorn the tree. Vamp up the tree skirt by using a rich burgundy velvet.
  • Sports Theme: Does your family have a favorite sport that you collect? Thade has so many NASCAR die-cast cars that would look pretty cute as ornaments, but I don’t think he would let me do this one. What about Football?
  • Do you a favorite color, or even your wedding colors? Be it pink, blue, or purple look around for lights, ribbons, and ornaments in your favorite color to dress the tree.
  • Even a Santa, Snowman, or Snowflake themed tree would be cute 🙂

What will you be decorating with this year? Do you have a favorite ornament from your childhood?

Nov 9

Stocking the Winter Pantry

Last week when I came down with a yucky cold, I went to the kitchen for soup, and found that my pantry was ill prepared for me being ill. Before it gets too cold, or before I get another cold, I think I had better stock my pantry for Winter.

I’ll be watching the sales ads, and getting coupons together for:

  • Canned Soups
  • Baking Supplies
  • Pasta and Sauces
  • Canned Vegetables
  • Extra Baby Food

Do you stock up extra for the Winter months? What do you keep on-hand in your pantry?

Nov 9

70s Today :)

I’m very happy to report this, the weather today is supposed to be great with the temperature in the 70s! I had better take advantage of the great weather and get the kids out to play. Thade is ready to go out and stomp on all of the fallen leaves.

The nicer weather also gives me a little more time to shop for space heaters for the upstairs. I’m looking for three, at a good price. I see lots of online comparison shopping in my future 🙂

Nov 8

More Recalls

We hadn’t planned on purchasing the Aqua Dots kit ever. James and I took one look at the toy and said, “wow those look way too edible, and not safe for kids”. Now there is a massive recall on the Aqua Dots toy, due to children consuming them and becoming unconscious after swallowing them. It is very scary, I’m glad to see those pulled from the shelves.

The next item, I had thought maybe for Dylan’s birthday, but not now. Thade had spotted the Laugh & Learn Kitchen in a magazine, and we both thought that Dylan might like it. I put it on the maybe list, and James saw the recall on Tuesday. The Laugh & Learn Kitchen is being recalled due to Choking Hazards, so it is staying off of my shopping list.

All of these recalls really have me worried about Christmas gifts this season, and Birthday gifts coming soon. I’m trying (really hard) not to harp on the Grandmas about what they can and can not buy, but everyday there is another recall. I worry if the recalled item is gift-wrapped and on its way to my house. I’m one stressed out Mommy this holiday season. I want my kids to have a happy Christmas, I just don’t want it filled with choking hazards and toys with lead paint.

How are the recent toy recalls affecting your holiday shopping? What about your kids wish lists?  Are you asking for other items instead of toys?

Nov 7

Midwest Dillons Deals

I found some great deals at Dillons from 11/7-11/13/2007. Don’t forget to bring along your coupons (they double coupons up to $.50) and your Plus Card. Make sure and check online for great deals near you too. I hope I can make the sale, here is what I’ll be shopping for:

  • Dillons One Gallon Milk $2.99 (price with card)
  • Dillons Eggs 10 for $10.00 (price with card)
  • Kroger Canned Vegetables, Tomatoes, or Broth 2 for $.88 (price with card)
  •  Pepsi or 7Up 2 liters 10 for $10.00 (price with card)
  • Little Debbie Snacks 10 for $10.00 (price with card)
  • 7Up Products 12 packs $2.50 ea when you buy 4 (price with card)
  • Kroger Bars, Shreds, or Deli Sliced Cheeses 2 for $4.00 (price with card)
  • Spangler Traditional Candy Canes 12 ct boxes 10 for $10.00 (price with card)

There are so many great items to stock-up on for the holidays 🙂