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I Knew Her When…..Gretchen Jester’s New CD Album, Authentic : Birthday Bash Giveaway #4 (3 Winners!)

On August 26, 2011, in 50th Birthday Bash, Family Circus, Giveaways, Home and Garden, Matters that Matter, Reviews, by Glenda Embree

Sometimes, God brings strangers into our lives who simply aren’t. Does that make sense? You’ve never known them, and yet, you connect on a level that makes you feel that you have always known, loved and needed them in your life. It only happens a few times in a lifetime, but when it does, it [...]

Floral Fusion! a Lenox China Review and Giveaway ($288 value!) #3 in my 50th Birthday Bash!

On August 24, 2011, in 50th Birthday Bash, Giveaways, Home and Garden, In the Kitchen, Reviews, by Glenda Embree

I love Lenox! It’s always been a dream of mine to have beautiful dishes and serving pieces to create a wonderfully inviting tablescape. I have never had the chance to own my own set of gorgeous china — a set I picked out myself, that is a true expression of me. Needless to say, browsing [...]

What’s That Bzzzzing in the Bathroom? @bhg

On August 23, 2011, in Home and Garden, Reviews, by Glenda Embree

That soft, steady humming coming from our bathroom? Teeth being brushed! Score! Anything that makes brushing more appealing and consistent is a definite winner in my book. Add to that, that the Arm and Hammer Spinbrush ProClean Toothbrush does a significantly better job of cleaning teeth, than a manual toothbrush, and I’m a fan for [...]

Soft, Smooth and Protected: A Fun AND Practical Review & Giveaway: Fleecy Picnic Blanket Plus Lime Twist, Vanilla Twist and Moisture Plus from Carmex

On August 21, 2011, in Budget-wise, Giveaways, Home and Garden, Reviews, by Glenda Embree

When I was invited to become a member of the Carmex Blog Squad, my kids literally laughed out loud. They wanted to know how Carmex had “found me out” and where the hidden cameras were. I’m a die-hard Carmex fan. Year-round you’ll find it in my purse, desk, vanity, medicine cabinet, and passed out [...]

$25 VISA Gift Card Giveaway from ARM & HAMMER Power Gel Plus OxiClean HE @bhg

On August 16, 2011, in Budget-wise, Giveaways, Home and Garden, Reviews, by Glenda Embree

Arm and Hammer Power Gel with OxiClean is a powerhouse of stain-fighting gel that has conquered some of the worst laundry stains I’ve ever faced, this summer. As I pre-treated them, ARM & HAMMER Power Gel Plus OxiClean HE Laundry Detergent clung to the fibers of my son’s detasseling clothes, instead of running off like [...]

It’s a Parlor! My Surprise DIY Room Makeover

On August 13, 2011, in Budget-wise, DIY Projects/Gifts, Frugal, Fun Family Activities, Home and Garden, by Glenda Embree

Remember that empty room at the front of our house? The third living space in our new home, that just couldn’t be filled by our two living spaces of furniture? Even though we’ve been here 11 months, now, I still haven’t been able to save enough to put furniture in there. After several weeks of [...]

Brighter Blooms and a $100 Gift Certificate Giveaway! – My 50th Birthday Bash! @brighter_blooms

On August 12, 2011, in 50th Birthday Bash, Gardening, Giveaways, Home and Garden, Our Backyard Makeover, Reviews, by Glenda Embree

Have you ever pored through garden catalogs and websites looking for beautiful plants, marveled at the photos of lush, elegant plants, placed your order and waited in anticipation for…a nine inch brown twig with bare roots to arrive on your doorstep? I’ve had so many disappointments with that exact scenario, so it is with [...]

Saving Money in the Laundry Room: How Close are You to $1000 in Savings? @bhg #SwitchandSaveChallenge

On August 9, 2011, in Budget-wise, Home and Garden, Reviews, by Glenda Embree

I wish we were one of those AVERAGE families that only do about 400 loads of laundry per year. I’m guessing we are closer to the 600 range, since that’s closer to a dozen loads per week. I know, it’s sick and wrong, but, to be fair, and in the interest of full disclosure, I [...]

Our DIY Back-to-School Organizer Board #GlueNGlitter #collectivebias @OfficialCricut

On August 6, 2011, in Back-to-School Roundup, Budget-wise, DIY Projects/Gifts, Home and Garden, Reviews, by Glenda Embree

Even though it’s hard to accept, summer is nearly behind us and the days when our family needs to be more structured and organized with their time are fast approaching. I used to be so good at that – juggling all the necessary “mom” hats and staying focused. The older I get, the more their [...]

My 50th Birthday Bash is Here!!!

On August 2, 2011, in 50th Birthday Bash, Budget-wise, Gardening, Giveaways, Home and Garden, In the Kitchen, by Glenda Embree

Yes, it’s true. Realistically, by August 28, I SHOULD have a half century of wisdom to impart to the masses. I’m sorry. I’m not sure what went wrong. — lol – But there’s still good news! If I don’t go too dark, I can still pull off coloring all that “wisdom” out of my [...]