Sunday, March 20, 2011

The whole family is now sick. Hate when that happens. Hubby is in bed trying to sleep it off while I try and keep the kids quiet.

Yesterday we tried to take the kids to the zoo for the earth fest. It was so busy we could not find a parking spot.

I really wanted to buy the Johnette Downing book and CD Today is Monday in Louisiana.

So we decided to take the girls to Destrahan Plantation. Fun to learn how and where people lived back in the old days. Could you imagine taking 1 bath once a year and in this order? Dad, Mom and then oldest to youngest child in the same bath water? Dinner being a 2 1/2 hour event where everyone dressed up in their finest and you had to be at least 11 years old to eat with your parents. Then at 14 you had to move out. Married men and women slept in different rooms and if the husband wanted to get with the wife he would have to write and send it to the wife and wait to be invited into her bedroom. Of course my kids didn't know what they were talking about but they did like looking at the things. Never too old to learn something new or something old in that case. Makes you think about how different life was back then.

On the way home we found a meat store right across the river called Emmet's. We purchased an artichoke stuffed chicken for $12 and want to try that out this week. Nice to have a place alittle closer then the butcher block which has moved farther away.

After that we decided it was time to come home and rest while watching movies on our netflix account through our xbox which is really awesome. It is so worth having when you like watching movies.

We watched Queen of the Damned I know an old movie but it was still nice to watch. Its about vampires and a girl wanted to be a vampire who also grew up around vampires. Of course in the end she gets her wish and is turned into a vampire.

Then Happily N'ever after 2 for the girls. It was a cute movie. Teaching the girls how its not just whats on the outside but what is on the inside. Its good to be nice to others. Did it help them change of course not but for them to see how things turn out when people are mean and then the difference you can make when you are nice. Its worth watching.

Since we are sick we decided to order some soup from Chan's Far East. 2 x-large wonton soups, comb fried rice and crab ragoons. It was very yummy and made us feel a bit better. Now its time to go rest talk to you tomorrow.

Proud Parent

My daughter who is 5 and in kindergarten got all A's on her report card. I am very proud of her. I remember when I was in kindergarten I was just learning my ABC's and now a days they should already know them. She can read which is super awesome. She reads signs while driving on the road or tv shows that we watch and gets excited about it. She is realizing that she can also read most of the books that is on her bookshelf. Great job Katie, keep up the good work.

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update

I spend way too much time on facebook now a days. Cafe world is my new thing. Its easy to sit at the computer while feeding and putting to sleep my little one. I just got an email from bzzagent. I haven't been on there since 2009. Which is pretty bad. I don't even check my email much anymore. One day I will be able to come back to the blog full time. Until then I hope everyone if anyone still reads this is having a blessed life.

Saturday November 13, 2010

This week went by pretty fast. I spent pretty much all day Thursday trying to catch up on clothes. After 5 batches there was still a basket full. Of course I had a bag of hand me downs to wash and blankets off our bed. Can you really ever catch up with 5 people in the house? At the end of the day there is enough clothes to wash 1 batch on a good day. So I will still stick to washing at least 1 batch if not more a day.

I can't wait to see A Christmas Carol with Jim Carrey. I would like to buy the DVD right now there is a coupon for $10 off the blu-ray set. Here I will probably buy it on black Friday. I am sure they will have a deal somewhere on it.

Speaking of Black Friday Target, Toysrus, Bestbuy check it out here.

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Unity 2011 Calendar: The Year of Abundant Living Here

ABC's 25 days of Christmas starts early. I am happy about that b/c I love getting into the spirt of Christmas pretty early. Here is the schedule starts on November 21, 2010 with Holiday in Handcuffs and snowglobe. One of my favorite Christmas movies is Miracle on 34th Street not the black and white one. Never seen that one but could you see me trying to get my kids to watch black and white. They would think the tv is broken.

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Here is a printable $5 coupon off of LeapFrog Tag Reading System. Sorry my printers not working so can't see the expiration date on it. It does say offer ends on 11/18/2010

Free sample of emergen-C Here Worth a try since we are getting sick often around here. By the time a cold goes through all of us someone else done caught something else during this season.

Looking for a really awesome deal. WWLTV offers 50% off restaurant deals. New one every week. Well I just checked their site and they have some left overs from past weeks and for a couple of local restaurants they are only charging $12.50 for a $50. gift card. Click here to see if they have any you may be interested in.

I kind of want a nook for Christmas. I miss reading a good book and there are so many out there. I have always wanted a library and this would be a way to get it. At Barnes and Nobles they have all kind of good free books here you can get downloaded to your nook or pretty much any other device here.

Tuesday, November 9, 2010

Everything is right around the corner. Thanksgiving is only 17 days away which means Black Friday is 18 days away and Christmas is 47 days away. I have been checking Gottadeals.com for any updates on black friday store ads. Of course the ones I really want to see are not posted yet.

Every year I get some pretty good deals at halfpricemall. Its local deals but you can check out your local radio station to see if they offer anything. They have a new one every Friday. I don't see anything really jumping out at me just yet.

Also WWLTV is also offering a deal once a week on different local restaurants to try out. Why not buy it at a discounted rate? This week they are offering Flaming Torch a $50 gift card for $25. Before purchasing any of these deals make sure you read all the fine print. Some have restrictions. Only can use them on certain days or before a certain time.

Deal of the Day. Today you can get a $30 gift card for 2 Chic hair & Skin in kenner for only $15. The gift card doesn't expire until 11-30-11 so not too bad. Make a great gift. You could sign up to get an email everyday for the new deals.

38 days until free shipping day. On December 17, 2010. Check out which retailers are offering free shipping here. You can also sign up to get a reminder that day.

Free 2011 Pillsbury Calendar Here

This is a pretty neat website if you have an iphone and would like to get some free apps. I don't have that type of phone so not sure how great the downloads are or if its just a trial on some of the stuff but its worth a try. Check it out here.

If you have a kindle you can download tons of free books. Which makes me want one. Unless I find a really cheap laptop on black friday. Hubby says I don't need a notebook but how easy would it be to have all my recipes right next to me while cooking or to be able to read these free books at night when I can't sleep. Or even if I could do things while sitting in the carpool line waiting for my daughter to get out of school. So many things to do. Anyway here is a free book Safely Home by Randy Alcorn. It has pretty good rates and one of those can't put it down books.

Everyday gamehouse gives away a free game. Check it out here.

Catch up

Wow I really have not been on here forever. Well I had the baby on July 22, 2010. Her name is Emma Isabelle. She weighted 7lbs 15.2 oz. She is already 3 months old now. Everything is going well. I did have to get myself in a routine. Very different with 3 little ones. Katie is now 5 and in Kindergarten. Sara is 3 and we are trying to get her out of sucking her thumb with the no bite nail polish. Today is day 3 using it. Last night she decided to put her other thumb in her mouth. Katie's asthma is alot more controlled this year with the meds that she is on. Of course when she gets sick it acts up and she has to do treatments. I did find out that when she coughs the mucus up and swallows it back down is what is making her throw up. So I try to tell her to start spitting it out from now on. Emma is sick with her first cold that she caught from her bigger sisters. She has been coughing for 3 weeks now. The nose spray doesn't really help so today I decided to try some lemon juice with a little sugar and water. So far she is keeping it down so thats a good sign. I did read that lemon juice also helps with asthma also. By taking a teaspoon before each meal and right before going to sleep at night. Hey its worth a try. I rather give her that then all the meds they want to put in her. So next time she is sick thats what I will do.

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Monday July 19, 2010

I'm starting to get bored just sitting at home. Hopefully I don't go too crazy. I really need to stay off my feet or I am in more pain then ever. I am looking forward to my dr's appointment on Thursday. For 1 to get out of the house and 2 maybe to have the baby that day. lol thats kind of sad. With nothing much left to do, I have a lot of time to browse the internet.

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Sample Playtex Gentle Glide Here it will go fast

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Free game of the week sandlotgames Cake Mania bake to the bakery Here

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Crafts for kids new one everyday today make a coral snake Here

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Many free ebooks downloads at Barnes & Noble Here
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Events:

Monday 7/19
10:30am West Bank Regional library Storytime: "Octopus"

octopus under the sea
by Connie and Peter Roop

5:30pm West Bank Regional library Family Night: "Captain Mike: Fire Up for Safety"

"Fire, Fire" Said mrs. McGuire
by Bill Martin, Jr.

7pm East Bank Regional library Family Night

Pop: a Book about Bubbles
by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley
Craft: Bubble Art

Tuesday 7/20
10am East Bank Regional Library Read and Sing: Frogs and Turtles

Hop Jump
by Ellen Stoll Walsh

10am AMC Theaters Hotel for Dogs will be showing only $1 to get in. $4 for the kids combo pack

10am Barnes & Noble Harvey Children's Event Please join us for a wonderful story about a puppy who discovers that being herself is just what it takes to be a dancing star! Stay for coloring fun!

11am Barnes & Noble Metairie Storytime Make a fun earthworm puppet after we read Doreen Cronin's Diary of a Worm!

2pm Westwego library Special Event: Aquavan

2pm West Bank Regional library teens Duct Tape Flip-Flops Stop by the Teen Center to make yourself a new pair of flip flops! All supplies are provided, but registration is required! To register, please call us at 504-364-3723 or sign up in the Teen Department! (West Bank Regional Meeting Room)

2pm East Bank Regional library Longue Vue Visits the Library: "Life around Our Pond" this is nice and there is also a craft. Get there on time b/c they only let a certain amount of people in.

3-5pm East Bank Regional library teen program The Remus Lupins Wizard Rock Concert Join us for this FREE Harry Potter tribute concert featuring the Remus Lupins! No registration necessary. Stop by the Teen Center or call 504-849-8833 for more information.

5:30pm National World War II Museum Join us in the Museum’s Stage Door Canteen where contestants will vie for the title of the first-ever Stage Door Idol! Area hopefuls will perform hits of the war years for celebrity judges. Finalists will compete for the grand prize, an opportunity to headline with the Museum’s Victory Six Swing band in their own show. The winner will be announced after the final competition on Tuesday, August 17. For more information, call 504-528-1944 x 267.

6:30pm-7:30pm East Bank Regional library Reading to Rover Beginner or reluctant readers read aloud to Visiting Pet Program Therapy Dogs.
Wednesday 7/21
10am West Bank Regional library Read and Sing: "Sun"

THE SUN IS MY FAVORITE STAR
by Frank Asch

10:30am Westwego library Storytime

I love it when you smile
by Sam McBratney

11am East Bank Regional library Storytime

There's an Alligator under My Bed
by Mercer Mayer & Alligator Craft

2pm East Bank Regional library Comic Book Workshop Children will read a myth, fable or fairy tale with the librarian. The librarian will then work with the kids make storyboards (draw the story without words). Ages 8-12.
2pm East Bank Regional Library Teen Silent Library If you like MTV’s Silent Library show, you’re going to love this! Join us for this crazy game show where you are the participant. No registration required, but call the Teen Center if you need more info at 504-849-8833.
2pm West bank regional library Teens Sound Waves Crossword Puzzle Stop by and show off your knowledge of totally random trivia! No registration required!

Thursday 7/22
5:30pm-7:30pm Tulane-Lakeside hospital Metairie FREE Car Seat Safety Inspection Come to the parking lot in front of hospital for a free car seat inspection

6pm West Bank Regional library Family Movie Night (Popcorn and a Movie)

7pm Barnes & Noble Metairie Storytime Join us as we read Ladybug Girl at the Beach by David Soman and Jacky Davis. Then make a beach collage!

8pm Big Al's Saloon & Blues Danny Alexander's Blues Jam Session

Friday 7/23
10am West Bank Regional Melonsongs: Come Boogie with Us!
7pm Barnes & Noble Harvey Storytime Angelina has been looking forward to the fair coming to town all year. Will she be able to share the fun with her cousin Henry? Join us for storytime tonight and find out! We will also make adorable ballerina crafts to take home.

7pm Barnes & Noble Metairie Storytime Make a snappy gator craft after we read Alligator Wedding by Nancy Jewell!

7pm Mahalia Jackson theater Storytime Live $15 a ticket Here for more info.

7:30pm The National World War II Their name says it all! Live in the Stage Door Canteen, the Dukes of Dixieland blow traditional jazz and Dixieland music into the 21st Century, weaving strands of pop, gospel and country with authentic New Orleans sounds. This renowned musical group steps forward with strong tradition, new ground and great sounds. Complement your experience with a dinner or brunch package by the American Sector, a Chef John Besh restaurant. Purchase tickets online or call 504-528-1943.

8pm Big Al's Saloon & Blues Brandon Foret Band No Cover.

8pm St. Pius X Gym Willy Wonka and the Chocolate factory play tickets are $10 adults and $5 for kids. Call 504-331-0789 for information and reservations.

Saturday 7/24
8:30am-12:30pm Gretna farmers market
9:30am- 5pm Louisiana Children's Museum Play Day $7.50 per person adults and children
9am-9pm PetCo National Adoption Weekend
9am-1pm Westwego Farmers and Fisheries Market
10am-11am Lowes build and grow clinic UFO sign up here

10am East Bank Regional library Saturday Craft: Yarn Octopus

10:30am West Bank Regional library Saturday Craft

11am, 2pm, 5pm Mahalia Jackson theater Storytime Live tickets $15 each Here for more info.

Noon-5pm Westwego library Anime/Manga At this monthly program for teens and adults, held in conjunction with the South Louisiana Anime Club, view screenings of anime and enjoy a display of some of the library's manga collection.

1pm Westwego library Saturday Craft: Paper Bowl Starfish

1:30pm- 3:30pm West Bank Regional library Manga Club Learn the basics of drawing and writing manga comics with artist Harry Kohles! Supplies provided, no registration required. For more information, please call the Teen Department at 504-364-3723.

2pm East Bank Regional library Teens Movie Day Join us for this funny movie about a former high school basketball star getting a second shot at life when he's miraculously transformed into a teenager and offered the opportunity to redefine his future. Featuring Zac Efron. No registration is necessary. For more information, please call the Teen Department at 504-849-8833. This movie is rated PG-13.

3pm Barnes & Noble Metairie Storytime Join us as we read Norman Bridwell's Clifford, the Big Red Dog!

7pm Barnes & Noble Harvey Storytime When it comes time for the three little wolves to go out and build themselves a house, their mother warns them to beware of the big bad pig. Find out what happens in this reversed fairy tale and share some laughs with us!

Sunday 7/25

9am-9pm PetCo National Adoption Weekend
1pm, 4pm Mahalia Jackson theater storytime Live Here for info.

3pm Big Al's Saloon & Blues Michael Bacon Blues Band

New Orleans Museum of Art Family Art-Making Activity Louisiana Residents (with photo I.D.):
Adults $8.00 Seniors, Students, and Military: $7.00 Children (3-17): $4.00

Sunday, July 18, 2010

Almost there. I'm 37 weeks and 3 days today which was when I had my second daughter. I try not to complain too much but I do have a very long list of things that I am going through. Dr told me that now I am tired of being pregnant. Umm where have you been? I have been tired of being pregnant months ago. I don't tell my dr everything that I am going through everytime I go in. I've told her once why would I think she would keep wanting to listen to the samethings over and over again. Chocolate has been my best friend. It gets me through some hard times. lol I just love when people say your almost there.
School is not too far away. What sucks is I dont' think I will be able to drive my daughter when she starts school :'(. I just have to be there somehow. I think we are pretty ready. I lucked out and found her skorts at the family dollar. 3 pair came up to $21 can't beat that. Her pants I was able to find at walmart. They are really long so I do need to hem them. I will wait until it gets closer to the time to start wearing pants. Its so hot here I dont' think that will anytime soon.
I do have to say I am excited today b/c I was able to turn in some swagbucks today and order another amazon.com card.
Back to School- not much right now but I am sure there will be more in the upcoming weeks.
Walmart-
24 count crayons for .25 cents
2 pack of elmers glue sticks .25 cents
composition notebooks .25 cents each
kids safe scissors .25 cents
Walgreens -
Penway®.
Wooden Ruler, 12 in. .09 cents
2 Pocket Folder .09 cents
Highlighter .09 cents
Freebies-
Pampers gifts to grow program is giving away 10 points for free with this code. GTGTENMONTHCODE every little bit helps.

Shopping with no coupons:
CVS this week- M&M's Pretzel chocolate candies 2/$1.00 and you get back $1.00 in ECB so Free (limit 1 deal)
Celsius Green Tea 4 pk. $7.99 you will get $7.99 ECB back so this one is free also. ( limit 1 deal)
Print and use this coupon to make $2.00
Walgreens this week- Colgate total 5.8 oz $3.49 get back $3.49 RR so freebie
you can print this coupon and make .75 cents on the colgate.

This is the way I look at it with these types of deals. You have to go to walgreens or CVS for something already. So pick these things up also. Pay for them then use the rewards that you got from purchasing the other things toward what you were already buying to begin with. Just as long as its not for prescriptions. They may have other restrictions so you may want to pay attention to that also.

Tuesday, July 6, 2010 updated July 7, 2010

Wow what a busy week. Yesterday we went to check out the new Twilight saga movie Eclipse. Very good movie and of course I want to read the whole thing again and watch the movies all over and can not wait until the next movie comes out. Once all the dvd's come out I want all of them.
Katie's birthday party is this weekend so I have to get ready for that. I was giving her a pool party at my moms but the pool decided it had enough and busted. It did last for a long time though. So we will have a mini waterpark kind of thing. We will have some small pools, sprinkler, slip n slide. It should still be fun.
Besides that our week is filled with dr's appointments, shopping for school uniforms, washing clothes and still trying to get everything ready for baby. I'm exhausted just thinking about it.

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Free gamehouse game of the day is Born into darkness Here
Free MP3 player downloads at amazon.com Here there is more then 1 page Here
Free sandlot game of the week is Monster Mash Here
Download free ebooks from B&N Here makes me want one of those nooks.

Deals: Walgreens this week has 10 pack Penway® Yellow Pencils, 5 pack Paper Mate Mechanical Pencils or 10 pack Pens for only .19 cents. Limit is 3 each. Pure American Spring Water 15 pack $1.99 w/in-ad coupon.

Today only 7/6 American Eagle is offering an additional 30% off clearance right now AND free shipping on any order! PLUS use coupon code 32944527 to get an additional 20% off your entire order!!!

Events:

Tuesday 7/6: 10am AMC Theaters Madagascar for only $1 doors open at 9am
10am B&N in Harvey Children's Event Join us in the Children's Department for a story that takes a look at children all around the world. We will learn how we are all different and all the same. Stay after for a fun coloring activity.
11AM B&N in Metairie Storytime Hear Caterpillar Spring, Butterfly Summer by Susan Hood, and make a cool paper plate fan!

Wednesday 7/7:

Thursday 7/8: 7pm B&N in Metairie Storytime Hear the classic Strega Nona by Tomie DePaola, and make a beautiful macaroni necklace to wear home!
8p.m. Big Al's Saloon & Blues BLUES JAM with Danny Alexander's Blues Band

Friday 7/9: 7pm B&N in Metairie Storytime Make an umbrella picture after we read Come on, Rain by Karen Hesse.
7pm B&N in Harvey Storytime Lulu loves the ocean, but it is so big and noisy. Will she be brave enough to go in? Just remember, Ladybug Girl can do anything! Be sure to stay for an awesome ladybug craft!
8 p.m Big Al's Saloon & Blues BIKE NIGHT / FREE FOOD Troubleshoots Band

Saturday 7/10: 9am B&N in Metairie Author Event Join us as we welcome Super Bowl MVP Drew Brees for the signing of his new book, Coming Back Stronger.
3pm B&N in Metairie Storytime Hear Noah's Bark by Stephen Krensky, and make an animal mobile to hang in your room!
7pm B&N in Harvey Storytime Join us in the Children's Departement for a special storytime hosted by our local Kiwanis in pajamas. Don't forget to wear your pajamas!
10am Lowes Build and grow clinic will be making a ball and cup game. Make sure you go to the website to register.
6 p.m Big Al's Saloon & Blues VooDoo Blues Krewe Fundraiser Event $10 Donation Includes: Free Food / Live Music by local Blues Bands: 6 – 7 - Lil Red & Big Bad; 7:30 – 8:30 – Soul Blues Player w/ Lil G; 9 – 10 – Danny Alexander’s Blues Band; 10:30 – 11:30 – Blues Frenzy
Sunday 7/11: 8am- 11am Join us at any participating 7-Eleven Store in the US and get a free 7.11oz Slurpee drink. Who says you can't throw your own birthday party?
3 p.m Big Al's Saloon & Blues Re-Fried Confusion Band

Happy 4th of July weekend!!!

I hope everyone has a wonderful, safe 4th of July weekend. Please don't drink and drive. There are alot of good sales out there.

I purchased a bag of apples for only $1 something sorry can't remember how much change but it was a good deal. From Budget Saver on Lapalco and Barataria. They also had 10lbs of potatoes for only $1.50. I decided to make some apple brownies with some. They came out pretty good. They are really yummy with coffee. I still have alot more apples so I might start looking for something else to make. Hubby keeps asking for apple pie so you never know.

Snapfish is having a really good deal and I think I might load my pictures to start getting some prints. You can get 99 prints for only .99 cents using coupon code JULY99PENNY at check out. Not sure how much shipping would be. Or you can pick up your pictures at a walgreens or walmart and I'm sure they dont' charge shipping for those places. Offer ends July 11 so hurry.

I ordered deluxe Hooked on Spanish for the girls using my amazon gift cards that I won from swagbucks. I had to pay $11.99 more but its was an awesome deal. So far its pretty good. We just started the first lessons. The cd-rom that came with it was very easy to install and the girls typed in their name so they can go back to where they left off. Katie already knows how to count in spanish thanks to her pre-k teachers but for them to review it keeps it fresh in her mind.

Today Old Navy has their flip flops on sale for only $1. If you want some you better get there when those doors open. I'm sure they will sell out fast. The limit is 5 per customer.

On July 5th get a Junior Deluxe roast beef sandwich free at Arby's with any drink purchase. Please call and make sure your Arby's will do this promotion before showing up there. Make sure you read the fine print at the website also.

Pretty neat site for coloring in a page. Bomomo use the different tools to make different designs.

Home Depot has a kids workshop today. Build a periscope. 9am-noon.

Friday, June 25,2010

Already Friday. We haven't really done much this week. We went to the dentist and that is the only time and day we have gotten out of the house. Its horrible. The rain stopped us once. Sara is now running fever so I don't think we will be doing too much. Next week we do have to go to the library to return some books so hopefully there will be one day thats not too hot. Also have a repair guy coming out for the dishwasher for that recalled part and I have a dr's appointment. Katie's birthday is right around the corner and we need to get the ball rolling on that.

Today I had an email from Toddler Toddler and it gave me an idea to use for Katie to see on a detailed map where she lives. I have been trying to get her to remember her address. She has the house number, city and state which is really good but for her to see it would be so much better. Goggle maps are awesome. The satellite image shows the top of our house and she will be able to see how to get to school and relatives that live around us. Also the main road near our house she can walk on it by using the satellite image. Really cool and I do plan to use that today.

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Recalls June 23

There has been alot of things getting recalled out there and just want to make sure everyone knows whats going on.

Everyone should already know about the McDonalds Shrek glasses. The designs on them contain cadmium, a chemical element that can cause adverse health effects with long-term exposure. Here for refunds.

Maytag dishwashers in the United States have been recalled due to a fire hazard. An electrical failure in the dishwasher's heating element can pose a serious fire hazard. Here

Campbell Soup is recalling approximately 15,000,000 pounds of "SpaghettiOs with Meatballs" canned products due to possible under-processing. Here

Marie Callender's brand Cheesy Chicken and Rice frozen meals. Salmonella Contamination. Here

Ground Beef Products Due To Possible E. coli O157:H7 Contamination Here

Baby Walkers Recalled by Suntech Enterprises Due to Fall Hazard Here

Target Recalls Children’s Belts Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard Here

Regal Lager Recalls Infant Carriers Due to Fall Hazard Here

Infant Apparel Recalled by Kiwi Industries Due to Choking Hazard Here

Comverge Recalls Communication Module Inside TXU Energy Thermostats Due to risk of fire harzard. Here

Entertainment Centers Recalled by American Signature Due to Fall Hazard Here Crate and Barrel Recalls Succulent Plant-Shaped Candles in a Pot Due to Fire Hazard Here Risk of Strangulation Prompts Recall to Repair Roll-Up Blinds by Chicology Here Dritz™ Electric Scissors Recalled by Prym Due to Fire and Burn Hazards Here IKEA Recalls Roller Blinds, all Roman Blinds and all Roll-Up Blinds Due to Risk of Strangulation Here

Rhino Toys Inc. Recalls Bead Toy Due to Choking Hazard Here

GE Recalls Front Load Washers Due to Fire and Shock Hazards Here

Bayside Furnishings Recalls to Repair Youth Beds Sold at Costco Due to Entrapment Hazard Here

Violation of Federal Mattress Flammability Standard Prompts Recall of Mattresses by IKEA Here

One Step Ahead Recalls Children’s Stacking Toys Due to Choking and Aspiration Hazard Here

Infant Death Prompts Recall of Ring Slings Made by Sprout Stuff Due to Suffocation Risk here

VOX Amplification Recalls Amplifier Carrying Cases Due to Risk of Injury Here

Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town & Country minivans from the 2008 and 2009 model years because a wiring problem can cause a fire inside the sliding doors. Here OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-853-1403.

Friday, June 18, 2010

I guess its a good thing for some people. Hubby has to work Saturday so thats not that great. Good for the money but bad for the stuff that needs to be done around the house. Girls have gymnastics today. Its nice but sitting around for 2 hours smelling stinky feet isn't that great. Ever notice that the skating rink and gymnastics gym smell that way? The funny part about it is the gymnastics place use to sell candles. One good thing about hubby working Saturday it will give us time to get his shirt done for fathers day. I think we agreed on the shirt that says Daddy of 3 since he will be soon and I'll let the girls do their hands on the back. We will just have to add little ones hands when she comes out. Ok enough about me lets see some good stuff.

Freebies:

Fill out a sample request form to get your Natural Toothpaste Sample Here

Walgreens – Free 8×10 Photo Collage! Here use coupon code GOBIG8X10 at checkout if you ship it to the store it will be free shipping of course you have to go pick it up. Expires: 6/19 so hurry go get it done.

New Country playlist from People Mag - iTunes Here -Code Expiration: 08/06/2010

EyeWitness to History is an award-winning website presenting history through the perspective of those who actually lived it - from the ancient world through the 20th century. Be aware that it is not white-washed or edited for children, but with proper supervision it is an awesome resource for studying history from the point of view of those who were living it. Pretty neat site.

Father’s Day Freebie! Dad's Toolbox Add-On from CurrClick

Kodak Gallery is offering a FREE custom photo magnet ($3.99 value)! The best part is, shipping is only $1.00! To get this amazing deal all you need to do is click HERE and and create your 2×3 magnet. Once you add it to your cart, simply add coupon code FREEMAGNET and check out.

Things to do:

Today: 6/18/2010

Michaels Craft store- 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM -Make It Take It Father's Day T-Shirt. -Your Dad deserves the best on his big day, so give him the gift of creativity with a handcrafted t-shirt. Ages 3 and up welcome. Powered by Tulip®. Requires purchase of t-shirt.

Louisiana Children's Museum- 11:00 AM - 03:00 PM- JUNETEENth Celebration. Let us reflect on and enjoy JUNETEENth together! Come take part as the Museum leads you through history with performances, music and art to enjoy this nationally celebrated day honoring the end to American slavery. Our culturally enriching activities will commemorate African-American freedom and emphasize the achievements that are being made today. Enjoy a live performance of Mardi Gras + Music by Voices of the Big Easy at 1:00 p.m. Admission $7.50 per person, adults and children.

Crawfish Boil at the Bourbon Orleans Hotel - 12:00 PM - 08:00 PM Crawfish season is here! Each Friday through June, we will be offering a traditional crawfish boil at Bourbon Oh!. Enjoy all you can eat plate of crawfish, boiled potatoes, corn and andouille sausage. Cost: $12.95 per person

West Bank Regional Library- 3pm Teens DIY Friday: D.I.Y. Father's Day Card Craft! Stop by the teen section and make a creative card for Father's Day! Supplies will be provided.

Barnes and Noble- Metairie 7:00 PM Storytime Hear One Red Apple by Harriet Ziefert, and make a fun apple craft as we learn about the inside of an apple!

Westbank- 7:00 PM Storytime Tonight, we have a very special guest joining us for storytime! Clifford will join us as we read about his brave firefighting skills. Don't miss out on your chance to meet the lovable Big Red Dog!

Saturday: 6/19/2010

Michaels Craft store- 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM- Father's Day Card. Give Dad an "out of this world" gift this Father's Day. Show him how much you really care with a handcrafted, heartfelt Father's Day card. Ages 3 and up welcome. Powered by Sulyn, Bazzill and Glue Dots®. While supplies last.

The Louisiana Children’s Museum- 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. -Father's Day Dad, Daddy, Father, Grandpa, Poppa, Granddad, Pops, Uncle- it doesn't matter what you call them, they are important to all of us! Join us in making pom-pom paperweights, creative homemade cards and more. Celebrate dads everywhere and help make this a special day for the whole family! Plus, join us at 10:00 a.m. in the atrium for coffee and doughnuts. Purchase a ticket at the front desk for $1 and receive one dounought, FREE coffee and milk while these goodies last. Admission $7.50 per person, adults and children.

Louisiana Bicycle Festival- Come see, exhibit, and ride home-built, vintage and custom bicycles. All bicycles types were welcome - yes you can bring your new mountain bike, your new or old racing bike, or the bicycle your grandfather has in is garage. Abita Springs is an historic resort town across Lake Pontchartrain from New Orleans. The Tammany Trace, a 31 mile rails to trails conversion, passes through Abita Springs.

East Bank Regional Library- 10am Craft: Sealife Magnets

2pm Teen Book Club Watchmen by Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons If you wanna hang with other teens and discuss the latest and greatest books you've read, and get suggestions for other cool books you can read, then join us for our new Teen Book Club! This month's spotlight book will be the comic Watchmen but you do not have to have read it to participate. Snacks will be provided. Stop by the Teen Center or call 504-849-8833 for more information.

2:30pm Wii Sports children

Westwego Library- 1pm Saturday Craft: Egg Carton Boat and Special Event: Organ Wise Guys

Barnes and Noble- Metairie 3:00 PM Storytime Join us for Mrs. Marian's tea party, and hear a local favorite, Sweeteas: It's a Southern Tradition by Rochelle Frazier.

Westbank- 3:00 PM Author Signing Join us as we welcome Ed Branley to our store! Today, Mr. Branley will sign copies of his book, Brothers of the Sacred Heart in New Orleans. Make sure to pick up your personalized copy today!

7pm Storytime Is that a scaly tail slipping under the dock? And a pointy snout gleaming through the reeds? Come hear all about the adventure with Crocodaddy!

Sunday: 6/20/2010

Sprout Online offering kids' Father's Day Crafts. Join Dennisha and Chica LIVE at 3pm ET for Dad's Boogie Woogie dance party. Here

Louisiana Children's Museum- 12:00 PM - 05:00 PM. Thanks to the generosity of Target, the Louisiana Children’s Museum is open to the public free of charge.

7 on Fulton Celebrates Father’s Day- 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM Dad’s are invited to enjoy a savory ribeye steak and beer at 7 on Fulton for Father’s Day. Our menu will be served for lunch and dinner. Admission: $10.00 Phone: (504) 525-7555

Monday: 6/21/2010

East Bank Regional Library- 10am Author Timothy Weeks. The interactive stories by Timothy Weeks present messages about perseverance and making wise decisions. Timothy explains how the illustrations in his Wise Mullet books are made by combining digital photos and paintings. A cast net demonstration will follow his presentation.

7pm Family Night Deep in the Swamp by Donna M. Bateman Craft: Alligator

West Bank Regional Library- 10:30am Storytime Duck and Cover
by Jackie Urbanovic

5:30pm Family Night: Shell Collage

Tuesday: 6/22/2010

East Bank Regional Library- 10am Read and Sing: Let's Play In The Water!

2pm-4pm Teens- Rock Band Tournament! Come test your skills at Rock Band 1 and 2 and compete against others! No registration required. For more information, please call the Teen Department at 504-849-8833.

West Bank Regional Library- 2pm Art Attack: Sand Mosaics Make your very own colorful sand mosaic at the Teen Center! Supplies will be provided. (West Bank Regional Meeting Room)

Barnes and Noble- Metairie 11:00 AM Storytime Celebrate the beginning of summer as we read Bee and Me by Elle J. McGuinness, and make a flying bee craft!

7:00 PM Book Group The Heart to Heart Book Group will discuss Lover Mine by J.R. Ward.

Westbank- 10:00 AM Children's Event Lucy Goosy is thrilled with delight -- her birthday is coming, but who should she invite? Join us as we read about how she realizes we are all the best because we are all different!

AMC Theaters- 10 a.m Imagine That (PG) Looking for a cool getaway for gobs of kids this summer? Bring them to AMC Summer MovieCamp and enjoy the magic of movies! Summer MovieCamp will be offered at 10 a.m. each Tuesday morning this summer at participating theatres, from June 15 through August 10. At only $1 admission, it’s an affordable option for summer fun for families and groups. All admission and concession proceeds will benefit two AMC charities, Variety – The Children’s Charity and the Will Rogers Institute. No outside food will be allowed during Summer MovieCamp but you can take advantage of our KidsPack™ concession combos for $4 – more than 30% off the regular price.*

Wednesday: 6/23/2010

East Bank Regional Library- 2pm The Story Ship Children's Theater. These shows combine animation, puppetry, comedy-theater, magic and music into unusual children's performances. The sets include a giant video projection system that brings the animation to life. The Story Ship Actor and the audience interact with the animation as the stories unfold. With a wonderful array of magic tricks and comedy skits, the audience is drawn away from the animation into live interactive theater. See thestoryship.com for more info. This performance will be in meeting rooms A + B.

West Bank Regional Library- 10am Storyship "Pirates and Treasure Chest"

2pm Teen Department Water Quiz Show off your knowledge of totally random trivia! No registration is required.

Westwego Library- 10:30am Storytime this is the farmer by Nancy Tafuri

Thursday: 6/24/2010

East Bank Regional Library- 11am Storytime: Sharks, Whales, Dolphins and Craft: By the Sea Door Hanger

2pm-4pm- Teens- Super Smash Brothers on Wii! Come test your skills at Super Smash Brothers Brawl... and compete against others! No registration required. For more information, please call the Teen Department at 504-849-8833.

West Bank Regional Library- 10am Special Event: Radio Disney Bus

10am Coastal Care Fair

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2pm-4pm Teen Gaming Day Stop by to play Super Smash Brothers for Nintendo Wii! No registration is required. (West Bank Regional Meeting Room)

6pm Family Movie Night (Popcorn and a Movie)

Barne and Noble- Metairie 7:00 PM Storytime Make a cute paper cat craft after we read Wanda Gag's Millions of Cats!

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