Don't forget that it is TAX FREE WEEKEND here in Texas!
This is the time to buy more expensive items (if they are on sale). I love combining a sale, coupon & no tax!
Happy Shopping!
SHO
Saturday, August 18, 2012
Thursday, August 16, 2012
~Tip for Today=Cook Ahead!~
Feeling overwhelmed with summer break ending, school beginning and a million things to get done in a week?
Well, I've been a bit overwhelmed trying to figure out how to get everything that needs to be done in the next 2 weeks accomplished. Between school, work, holidays, guests, birthdays, etc there seems to be no time to plan ahead.
In an attempt to make the next couple of weeks easier for me in the kitchen, I'm spending today cooking chicken in bulk in my crock pots. Once they are finished, I'll chop them up and freeze them individually based off how much my family eats per meal.
This is an easy way to get ahead of the game and stick to a meal plan. I'm always saying that it is so much easier to eat at home if you can make a meal in 20-30 minutes. If your meat is already cooked, you are one step away from a quick and easy dinner!
Hope this helps someone today!
Blessed~
SHO
Well, I've been a bit overwhelmed trying to figure out how to get everything that needs to be done in the next 2 weeks accomplished. Between school, work, holidays, guests, birthdays, etc there seems to be no time to plan ahead.
In an attempt to make the next couple of weeks easier for me in the kitchen, I'm spending today cooking chicken in bulk in my crock pots. Once they are finished, I'll chop them up and freeze them individually based off how much my family eats per meal.
This is an easy way to get ahead of the game and stick to a meal plan. I'm always saying that it is so much easier to eat at home if you can make a meal in 20-30 minutes. If your meat is already cooked, you are one step away from a quick and easy dinner!
Hope this helps someone today!
Blessed~
SHO
Monday, August 13, 2012
~Tip for Today=School Supplies!~
Buy school supplies in bulk!
It is a no-brainer to buy school supplies right now when you can get them super CHEAP! There is no reason to wait until the last minute and go one place to buy them all at full price. Instead, each week look at the sales ads and drop by the participating store (or comp at Wal-mart) and pick up those items. Pick up extra for next year or to donate.
As we all know, there are some supplies that your child will need each and every year. Why not buy them when they are .01-.10 each, rather than $1?
This is really not overwhelming, I promise. No coupons are needed. Just run in and get the sale items. It really is that simple :)
Happy Monday!
SHO
It is a no-brainer to buy school supplies right now when you can get them super CHEAP! There is no reason to wait until the last minute and go one place to buy them all at full price. Instead, each week look at the sales ads and drop by the participating store (or comp at Wal-mart) and pick up those items. Pick up extra for next year or to donate.
As we all know, there are some supplies that your child will need each and every year. Why not buy them when they are .01-.10 each, rather than $1?
This is really not overwhelming, I promise. No coupons are needed. Just run in and get the sale items. It really is that simple :)
Happy Monday!
SHO
Wednesday, August 8, 2012
~FREE Haircut for Kids!~
Exciting news for all you readers with school age children! JCPenny salons (nationwide) are offering FREE haircuts for students. Yes, FREE! You will need to call in advance and make an appointment. 
For me, this is a $25 savings! Woohoo!
Don't forget to give the stylist a tip :)
Blessings~
SHO
For me, this is a $25 savings! Woohoo!
Don't forget to give the stylist a tip :)
Blessings~
SHO
Tuesday, August 7, 2012
~Tip for the Day=Use it up!~
Tip for the day...
Don't throw food away! One of my 2012 goals was to use food up before it goes bad. My ultimate goal was to not throw any food away this year. We have done a great job! Yes, there have been things that had to go. However, not many. We have tried to use all ingredients on hand and tweak our menu to make it work out that no veggies went bad before we finished them. That has meant a lot of veggie salads for us! Luckily, we love them and like eating lighter when it is so hot.
Challenge: Try to use up all the food in your fridge before it goes bad!
Happy Tuesday!
SHO
Monday, August 6, 2012
~Tip for Today!~
Howdy Sassy Savers!
Hope everyone had a wonderful weekend! Is everyone surviving the heat? Whew.
As I was trying to come up with something to write about today, I thought about a tip for the day. You all seem to love those!
Tip for today:
When you are at the end of a tube of a squeezable item (toothpaste or sunscreen), simply cut off the bottom. You will find at least a weeks worth of product left. I just did this with my sunscreen and am on week #2 of using it. I was amazed at how much was actually left! Nothing would come out no matter how hard I squeezed!
Hope you found this tip helpful!
Happy Monday~
SHO
Hope everyone had a wonderful weekend! Is everyone surviving the heat? Whew.
As I was trying to come up with something to write about today, I thought about a tip for the day. You all seem to love those!
Tip for today:
When you are at the end of a tube of a squeezable item (toothpaste or sunscreen), simply cut off the bottom. You will find at least a weeks worth of product left. I just did this with my sunscreen and am on week #2 of using it. I was amazed at how much was actually left! Nothing would come out no matter how hard I squeezed!
Hope you found this tip helpful!
Happy Monday~
SHO
Saturday, August 4, 2012
~JBF 1/2 Price Sale Sunday!~
JBF Dallas/Mesquite!!!
1/2 Price sale SUNDAY!!!
Aug 5
12-6pm
You just have to SEE it to BELIEVE IT!! Tomorrow is your last chance to save BIG!
Happy Saturday!
SHO
1/2 Price sale SUNDAY!!!
Aug 5
12-6pm
You just have to SEE it to BELIEVE IT!! Tomorrow is your last chance to save BIG!
Happy Saturday!
SHO
Friday, August 3, 2012
~JBF Saturday Sale!~
Today was another great day at JBF! If you have not made it to shop, you must come out and see it to believe it. It is the most organized sale you will ever attend! These ladies have made it their mission to have the most organized and pleasant shopping experience for you. They have thought of everything! Once you shop JBF, you won't want to ever pay retail again.
Saturday, August 4th
10 am - 6 pm
Open to the Public
FREE Admission
Be sure to check back as I will be posting all about our mission trip to NYC soon!
Blessings~
SHO
Saturday, August 4th
10 am - 6 pm
Open to the Public
FREE Admission
Be sure to check back as I will be posting all about our mission trip to NYC soon!
Blessings~
SHO
Thursday, August 2, 2012
~JBF Dallas Sale Open to Public Today!~
Everyone is welcome! You don't have to register to shop.
Thursday, August 2nd
10am - 6pm
Admission $3 (18 & older)
*Also, don't forget to shop the fabulous Half-OFF sale on Sunday.
For more information on this sale, go HERE!
I can't wait to hear about the bargains you find!
SHO
Thursday, August 2nd
10am - 6pm
Admission $3 (18 & older)
*Also, don't forget to shop the fabulous Half-OFF sale on Sunday.
For more information on this sale, go HERE!
I can't wait to hear about the bargains you find!
SHO
Wednesday, August 1, 2012
~JBF Dallas Open to Public Tomorrow!~
Are you ready for the best sale in Dallas?! JBF Dallas is AWESOME! I was there yesterday and that place is STUFFED full of anything and everything you could need for a baby, child, or maternity. It truly is one stop shopping! Plus, the prices are about 70% off (my favorite part)!
Make plans to attend. Sale opens to the public tomorrow!
Thursday, August 2nd (10 am-6pm)
Admission $3 (18 & older)
*They accept cash, MasterCard, Visa and Discover.
Happy Shopping!
SHO
Make plans to attend. Sale opens to the public tomorrow!
Thursday, August 2nd (10 am-6pm)
Admission $3 (18 & older)
*They accept cash, MasterCard, Visa and Discover.
Happy Shopping!
SHO
Monday, July 30, 2012
I'm back from New York! Just in time to get my JBF items ready to sell. Woohoo! Hope you all have been working on your items and telling all your friends & family about this awesome event while I was gone.
Remember, you will have a new universal consignor number this time around. Be sure to read directions on what to do with your old tags.
Several of you have questions about how JBF works. They have the following Q&A's on the website that I found to be very helpful.
Q: Where is your sale?
A: We are located at the Mesquite Rodeo Exhibit Hall. 1700 E Rodeo Dr Mesquite Texas.
Q: What type of payment do you accept?
A: We accept cash, MC, VISA and Discover
Q: Are children allowed when you are open to the public?
A: Yes, children are allowed to shop with you when we are open to the public. All children must remain with the adult that they came with at all times. No children are allowed on our presale day.
Q: How often do you have these sales?
A: Twice a year! In the Spring (usually March) for Spring/Summer clothing and in the Fall (usually August/Sept) for Fall/Winter clothing
Q: What can I use to shop with?
A: You can bring a "canton cart" or a laundry basket with a belt attached to drag along. We do allow strollers/wagons on our open to the public days. However, on the presale no strollers/wagons are allowed.
Q: How can I sell my children's things?
A: You just sign up to be a consignor on our website, tag all of your items and bring them to us on drop off day. For this Fall 2012 sale our drop off day is Tuesday, July 31st from 8am-8pm. No new consignors will be accepted after this, but we would love to have you in the Spring.
For more information, go HERE!
Happy Tagging!
SHO
Remember, you will have a new universal consignor number this time around. Be sure to read directions on what to do with your old tags.
Several of you have questions about how JBF works. They have the following Q&A's on the website that I found to be very helpful.
Q: Where is your sale?
A: We are located at the Mesquite Rodeo Exhibit Hall. 1700 E Rodeo Dr Mesquite Texas.
Q: What type of payment do you accept?
A: We accept cash, MC, VISA and Discover
Q: Are children allowed when you are open to the public?
A: Yes, children are allowed to shop with you when we are open to the public. All children must remain with the adult that they came with at all times. No children are allowed on our presale day.
Q: How often do you have these sales?
A: Twice a year! In the Spring (usually March) for Spring/Summer clothing and in the Fall (usually August/Sept) for Fall/Winter clothing
Q: What can I use to shop with?
A: You can bring a "canton cart" or a laundry basket with a belt attached to drag along. We do allow strollers/wagons on our open to the public days. However, on the presale no strollers/wagons are allowed.
Q: How can I sell my children's things?
A: You just sign up to be a consignor on our website, tag all of your items and bring them to us on drop off day. For this Fall 2012 sale our drop off day is Tuesday, July 31st from 8am-8pm. No new consignors will be accepted after this, but we would love to have you in the Spring.
For more information, go HERE!
Happy Tagging!
SHO
Tuesday, July 17, 2012
~JBF Dallas 2 Weeks Away!~
JUST BETWEEN FRIENDS Dallas/Mesquite is ONLY 2 weeks away!!
Get started now on your tags and make your JBF prep a breeze!
CONSIGNOR DROP OFF: Tuesday, July 31st 8am-8pm
PRESALE: Wednesday, August 1st
OPEN TO PUBLIC: Aug 2-5th
For more information on JBF Dallas, go HERE.
Happy Tuesday!
SHO
Saturday, July 14, 2012
Howdy Sassy Savers!
Just wanted to check in and say that I'm alive and kickin'. We have been enjoying our summer and time visiting with family & friends. I've been attempting to not be so tied down to my computer this summer. Last year was a year of change for our family and I did not acclimate as well as I'd hoped. Too much going on and not enough down time.
So, this summer I'm trying to change that. In doing so, I have not devoted a great deal of time to this blog. Please forgive.
Speaking of devoting time this summer...we are preparing for our mission trip! We are so beyond excited about how God is going to work through us. It is going to be amazing!
Just wanted to check in and say that I'm alive and kickin'. We have been enjoying our summer and time visiting with family & friends. I've been attempting to not be so tied down to my computer this summer. Last year was a year of change for our family and I did not acclimate as well as I'd hoped. Too much going on and not enough down time.
So, this summer I'm trying to change that. In doing so, I have not devoted a great deal of time to this blog. Please forgive.
Speaking of devoting time this summer...we are preparing for our mission trip! We are so beyond excited about how God is going to work through us. It is going to be amazing!
On a recent trip to OK, my Dad reminded me to stop and smell the flowers. Life is short and beautiful things are sometimes temporary. It was a sweet reminder. Thanks Dad! Cherish the flowers (moments) in this season of life.
Wishing you a wonderful weekend with your families!
In Him~
SHO
Thursday, July 12, 2012
~JBF Dallas is 3 Weeks Away!~
Did you know the average JBF Dallas consignor earns $405?! How awesome is that?!
Some of you may be wondering how you will be able to pay for your children's back to school wardrobe needs. The answer=consign & shop at JBF! Make money and get the best deals in Texas all under the same roof!
Go HERE to learn more about the Dallas JBF event!
SHO
Some of you may be wondering how you will be able to pay for your children's back to school wardrobe needs. The answer=consign & shop at JBF! Make money and get the best deals in Texas all under the same roof!
Go HERE to learn more about the Dallas JBF event!
SHO
Saturday, July 7, 2012
~A Lesson On Living~
A lesson on living...
Sometimes life throws you situations and circumstances that you do not expect. This happened to me on my 11th anniversary island trip with my hubby. We were enjoying our beautiful scenery when God placed a family into our path.
I won't go into all the details, but a brief summary is that a family was there celebrating a life of a girl whose body is full of cancer. They were there having a blast and truly soaking in every single moment as if it were the last. They were living in the moment and not letting anything stop them. There were no problems, no issues, no worries. They were just enjoying the time that the Lord has given them.
On our last day on the island, I was able to have a long conversation with the girl who has cancer. She is REMARKABLE! Not once did she complain about chemo, radiation, being sick or anything. Instead we talked about her hopes and dreams and her bucket list.
How many opportunities in life do we meet someone living out their bucket list? It was inspiring. She is choosing to LIVE and not be the victim of anything. It was wonderful and so refreshing to be in the presence of such company.
All of this to say, I challenge you to start living today! Get control of your finances and stop being the victim of any situation, especially your finances. Do your best and live life to the fullest. Live your life in a way so that you can fulfill a bucket list someday. Start making your dreams come true!
Do you have a bucket list? I challenge you to start one today (if you haven't already). It is fun to dream!
When it is all said and done, I want to have lived life and experienced things. I want memories of beautiful places and people that I've met along the way.
I will never be the same. I am forever changed.
Blessed Beyond Measure~
SHO
Friday, June 29, 2012
~Budget Tip=Don't Chase Every Deal!~
Budget tip:
Don't go after every deal!
Shocked?! Don't be. If I went after every deal that I see, I would not ever be on budget. There are just too many deals to stay within my budget. Plus, I crave peace of mind and I don't find any peace in racing around town trying to find all the deals at multiple stores. No thanks.
Instead, only go after the deals on the products that you love when they are on sale & you can combine the sale with a coupon. It really is that easy!
Happy Day~
SHO
Don't go after every deal!
Shocked?! Don't be. If I went after every deal that I see, I would not ever be on budget. There are just too many deals to stay within my budget. Plus, I crave peace of mind and I don't find any peace in racing around town trying to find all the deals at multiple stores. No thanks.
Instead, only go after the deals on the products that you love when they are on sale & you can combine the sale with a coupon. It really is that easy!
Happy Day~
SHO
Tuesday, June 26, 2012
~Budget Tip=Stick to a list!~
Budget tip:
Make a list and stick to it!
Don't go into the store without a list and a plan. ONLY buy those items on the list and get out. The faster you can get out of the store, the better. Remember to make sure to use what you have on hand first.
Blessings~
SHO
Saturday, June 23, 2012
Friday, June 22, 2012
~JBF Dallas Back to School Sale!~
JBF Dallas Sale is just in time for back to school!
Next Sales Event: August 2-5, 2012
Many more details to come!
Go HERE to learn more about Just Between Friends Dallas.
Happy Thursday!
SHO
Next Sales Event: August 2-5, 2012
Many more details to come!
Go HERE to learn more about Just Between Friends Dallas.
Happy Thursday!
SHO
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