What Really Matters I have worked as a church organist for the past 15 years or so. Over those years, I have played for many, many funerals (or “memorial services”). Most of them for older people I didn’t know well. Some for older people I did know well. And a few for younger people that […]
Memorial Day Thrift Store Sales
Happy Memorial Day! Our family is thankful for all military service members – veterans (including my husband!), active duty, reservists, and those who have died in service. Like on other holidays, there are a number of thrift store sales going on today that I thought I’d share: Memorial Day Sales – Monday, May 27th, 2013 […]
Frugal-friendly Choo Choo Bob Events coming up in the Twin Cities area
For all of you with a child who loves trains – like my 2-year-old does! – I want to share several Choo Choo Bob events coming up in the Twin Cities area: SATURDAY, JUNE 1 “The Choo Choo Bob Show“ will be returning live to the historic Riverview Theater in Minneapolis. The 2-hour adventure, from […]
Kids Bowl Free – A summer program for kids to bowl 2 free games every day!
Kids Bowl Free is a program designed by bowling centers to give back to the community and provide a safe, secure, and fun way for kids to spend time this summer. Select schools and bowling centers around the country participate each year, including 29 in Minnesota! Yes – this is for real! All you have to […]
NEW Twin Cities Summer County Fairs List for 2013!
Now on my site: A Twin Cities Summer County Fairs List for 2013! Wherever you live in the Twin Cities, this list will help you plan your fair visits for June through September! PLUS – I’ve included 6 tips for fair-going with kids, from last year’s list. Summer County Fair List 2013
Spring Cleaning Guide for the Twin Cities
This is a list of Twin Cities area resources to help you get rid of yard waste, papers, clothing and any other type of household items you no longer need. This list will be added to and updated as needed. CLEAN UP YOUR YARD YARD WASTE COLLECTION SITES Each county offers free yard waste collection […]
Pump It Up Inflatable Play Places for Kids
Yesterday I took my kids to Pump It Up during Pop-In Playtime hours. I bought a Groupon deal recently for 4 admissions for the price of 2 for kids during open play times (these deals have been offered a few times a year), and because I know my kids love play places, I knew it […]
Ten Things I Fantasize About as a Mom with Young Kids
1. Sleeping. At random times during the day I’ll think about hiding in my bed under my blankets and enjoying an uninterrupted sleep for as long as I darn well please. When you’re a mom with young kids, sleep is as desirable as relaxing on a tropical island beach. Especially sleep that involves the kids […]
Donate 2 bags of reusable clothing or household items to Savers or Unique Thrift Stores, get 30% off coupon! Through May 4th.
Earth Celebration Donation Drive In celebration of Earth Day (and to help those of us who are doing some spring cleaning despite the not-so-springlike weather!), Savers and Unique Thrift Stores are offering a 30% off coupon if you donate 2 bags or more of reusable clothing or household items. Through May 4th, 2013. Time to get some spring […]
New Month by Month Shopping Guide page!
I’m excited to share my new Month by Month Shopping Guide page, under the “Deals & Events Calendar.” I created it to help you plan shopping trips all year to get the best deals! Please share any sales or deals you know of that can be added to this list!
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