tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-80408693668087627132024-03-13T22:45:45.184-07:00Savin SomeBrandyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05886640332160495966noreply@blogger.comBlogger1475125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8040869366808762713.post-10877949904010196892011-09-07T04:27:00.000-07:002011-09-07T04:27:41.336-07:00Free Home School Activity!!As you can probably imagine, we go through a lot of food here in my house, which means a lot of boxes. So, I decided to save all of those boxes for a couple of weeks. I stacked them in the laundry room, and as crazy as this may sound, there is a reason to my madness. <br />
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I have two little boys who love to build with everything, so I thought this would be a good, fun way to let them be creative in school time.<br />
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So yesterday, everyone got their chance to build whatever they wanted. We had all kinds of creations, from robot suits to battle ships. It really is amazing to see what they can come up with with something as simple as a few boxes!! <br />
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Here are some pictures of the fun, and it went on for a while, until the boxes started to break down. You will notice that some of the children have their PJ's on, sometimes we stay in the for a while, (I know, shame shame).<br />
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This is such a powerful song, I hope you enjoy!! Have a blessed Sunday!!<br />
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We have started using some of our empty egg cartons as seed starter pots. Fill them with a little soil and plant your seed. I use an empty Agave bottle to water them, since it is easy to control how fast and how much water comes out.<br />
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So, there you have it!! Yet another way to reuse and recycle, while attempting to become a little more self sufficient. <br />
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I took my stack of newspaper from last week and got busy. I had 26 burussel sprout, sprouts that needed to be transferred to larger containers, but are not yet ready for the heat of the south, so I made us some planters. They were actually pretty easy, although I did have to use a piece of tape on the bottom of my pots.<br />
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I know that many people live in small spaces, and do not have space for a large garden. There are also some really busy people out there who would like to be more "green", but think they do not have time.<br />
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Well, you do not have to let those reasons stop you. There are tons of things that you can do that do not require a lot of space or time. For instance, I used to have a lovely square foot garden, that I enjoyed ever so much. I no longer have the room for a square foot garden, but I am making the most of what I have. In our current house we have flower beds, that were filled with pine straw when we moved in. So, I moved the straw to make several little beds, and planted different vegetable plants in each bed. So, far they are doing well. I have also taken advantage of all of the flower pots that I have to plant vegetables.<br />
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</div>So, in honor of my new found passion, I will be sharing more tips on how you too can become more green and frugal, all at the same time!!<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.joann.com/static/custom/email/20110809_teach/images/main1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200px" naa="true" src="http://www.joann.com/static/custom/email/20110809_teach/images/main1.jpg" width="185px" /></a></div>Saturday and Sunday, August 13th and 14th, are Teacher Appreciation Days at Jo-Anns. Teachers receive 20% off purchases on both days!! The ad says you must present a state issued id and teacher id.<br />
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<a href="about:blank" target="_blank"><img src="http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm81/bkwatts3/ss_siggy.gif" style="background: none transparent scroll repeat 0% 0%; border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;" /></a>Brandyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05886640332160495966noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8040869366808762713.post-22094627624993239662011-08-09T06:21:00.000-07:002011-08-09T06:21:10.568-07:00Ice Cream Giveaway Winners!!The winners of the ice cream giveaway are #3 (Julie), #8 (Reality Check), and #9 (Kim). I will email all of the winners. Thank you so much for entering.<br />
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<a href="about:blank" target="_blank"><img src="http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm81/bkwatts3/ss_siggy.gif" style="background: none transparent scroll repeat 0% 0%; border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;" /></a>Brandyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05886640332160495966noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8040869366808762713.post-7932841936016645952011-07-21T10:38:00.000-07:002011-07-21T16:21:13.957-07:00Target Finds!!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtNV_uVn2CekJyKdhKBQcNKyoj83aTJPyQaxRdelhwTs1rdNyzXW9BUqtUM8e8ZH_b2dg4jfnSovutG-tjcaKD5CGR5frCWZLuITOlovBt5ZA1yEXdf6Isi9wZiU3dzt_UaUP7XDYadKyc/s1600/target.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtNV_uVn2CekJyKdhKBQcNKyoj83aTJPyQaxRdelhwTs1rdNyzXW9BUqtUM8e8ZH_b2dg4jfnSovutG-tjcaKD5CGR5frCWZLuITOlovBt5ZA1yEXdf6Isi9wZiU3dzt_UaUP7XDYadKyc/s1600/target.jpg" t$="true" /></a></div>I found some really great deals at Target today. If you go, be sure to check out the clothing clearance. I found ladies jeans on sale for $4.98, there is a <a href="http://coupons.target.com/mcp/pd.cfm?encp=2X%2BFu7scncPpJPMhRb4SuIluwQcgmwkeOgHHgUz18%2BgPmpeigqPA2xxSc0GJr2uzkU%2FWv8K4GJ6p%0D%0AaMTN%2BIou8OtagkKKd9pwVSLr%2BqGec%2BMQLwAoUD9F3vUx0%2B%2BP2lbE1btA%2BTrCrCA4NMmcSOm9Hm34%0D%0AeSJD%2FMChvHo2eWdFZdtXw9Z%2FOnbISbDcWBGJWz6l%2BzZVmX80iIJ4SKRdRLl5YlNpJ8eQZ7ACuw4T%0D%0A4q2gNJXJSvvtBxwiBg%3D%3D"><span style="color: blue;">$3.00 denim coupon</span></a> on the Target site, which makes them $1.98!! What a great deal. I also found men's jeans on sale for $11.98, if you use the coupon on them you can get them for $8.98.<br />
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Also be sure to check the summer clearance, I found some great toys and water bottles, all for under $1.00.<br />
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**Update: Be sure to check the Febreze, the double packs have been spotted for $1.24** Thank you Tamara B!!<br />
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<a href="about:blank" target="_blank"><img src="http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm81/bkwatts3/ss_siggy.gif" style="background: none transparent scroll repeat 0% 0%; border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;" /></a>Brandyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05886640332160495966noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8040869366808762713.post-16992759219429039762011-07-19T10:56:00.000-07:002011-07-19T10:56:34.213-07:00Homeschool Money Saving Tip!!Okay, so when you are trying to homeschool on a budget, how do you afford all of the curriculum?<br />
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Buy secondhand!! Just like clothes and toys, there is also secondhand curriculum out there. I know for all of you experienced homeschool parents, this is old news, but for all of the relatively new homeschool parents, this can be a super money saver.<br />
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Curriculum can be very expensive, and if you try to buy all of the extras that go along with the curriculum, it can become overwhelming. So, shop for used curriculum. I know that some of you think used curriculum must mean stuff that is all used up and written in, but that is not the case. <br />
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There are tons of homeschool parents out there who take great care of the items they purchase and even make copies of the worksheets, so they can resale the curriculum.<br />
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If you have a local homeschool group, check with them. They probably have a curriculum swap or sale at least once every year. If you do not have a local group, check the web. There are several sites that have listings for used curriculum.<br />
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Another place to check, believe it or not, is at yardsales. You would be surprised at what you can find. I know people who have been lucky enough to find entire curriculum sets. However, you are probably more likely to find a piece here and there. You can almost always find books though, and every homeschooler knows the importance of books, when you have young readers!!<br />
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So, if you are looking to save big money on your curriculum, try to find a used version.<br />
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<a href="about:blank" target="_blank"><img src="http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm81/bkwatts3/ss_siggy.gif" style="background: none transparent scroll repeat 0% 0%; border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;" /></a>Brandyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05886640332160495966noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8040869366808762713.post-7899821111464322462011-07-15T15:55:00.000-07:002011-07-15T15:55:55.285-07:00Getting Ready For School!!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.sxc.hu/pic/m/a/an/andrei_122/854848_back_to_school.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" m$="true" src="http://www.sxc.hu/pic/m/a/an/andrei_122/854848_back_to_school.jpg" /></a></div>So, I don't know about you all, but I am trying my best to get ready for school. We are a homeschool family, as most of you know, and this year I will be working with four children!! I know this may not sound like a lot to some folks, but it is a pretty big task for me. Last year, I was only working with one child, so this year will be an adjustment.<br />
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So, how do we school so many kids on a budget?? Well, around this time of year, most stores run back to school specials. Grocery stores, drug stores, big box stores, you name the store, and they probably have some type of back to school special. The trick that I have found most useful is to look each week for the specials at different stores. Even if you usually only shop at one store for groceries and such, during the back to school season, it is worth it to shop around. <br />
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Most places will run weekly specials for pennies. I found some one subject notebooks for $0.15 this past week. Some stores have certain items for $0.01, you just have to look around. I try really hard to stock up when the prices are low like this, because we all know that stuff runs out. Halfway through the year, you are sure to need more glue sticks and pencils, things like that.<br />
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If you stocked up last year, and have all of your items need to start school, be sure to check the clearance sales, after the back to school season has ended and stock up for next year.<br />
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It is possible to purchase school supplies without breaking the bank, even if you are schooling several children!!<br />
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What are your favorite back to school saving strategies??<br />
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photo source: <a href="http://www.sxc.hu/photo/854848"><span style="color: blue;">andrei 122</span></a><br />
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Brand New listing at<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/bkwatts3?ref=si_shop"><span style="color: blue;"> Phebe Sky</span></a>, Green Ruffle Pant set. Hop over and check out this super cute set!!<br />
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We had the fabulous opportunity to sample some really great treats. Klondike Mint Chocolate Chip Bar, Klondike What the Fudge? Brownie Sandwich, Klondike Choco Taco, and My FAVORITE REESE’S Peanut Butter Ice Cream Cups!!<br />
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I will start off with telling you all about my favorite, of course. I love all things chocolate, and when you throw ice cream into the mix, well lets just say, it is my weakness. My favorite candy is REESE's Cups, because I also LOVE all things peanut butter, so when I found out that REESE's came out with Peanut Butter Ice Cream Cups, I was THRILLED!! When my package arrived, I was like a kid in a candy store, or Ice Cream store, I guess. <br />
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Anyway, let me just tell you that this probably the best Ice cream that I have had in a very very long time. I have to admit, I did not share any of them with anyone else in the house. I did not eat them all at once, I promise, but I did eat them all!!<br />
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The Klondike ice creams were also delicious. The children loved them, and were really surprised that Mommy was giving them ice cream, so many days in a row!! The Klondike Mint Chocolate Chip was GREAT, I like the flavor of mint, and the chocolate and ice cream added to it was Divine!!<br />
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The Klondike What the Fudge? Brownie Sandwich was probably the favorite of the kiddos, while my husband really liked the Choco Tacos. I highly recommend all of these ice creams!! They were delicious!! I think this face sums it up!!<br />
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<em>I received complimentary product and/or coupons from Unilever/Breyers/Popsicle/Klondike for your review, however the ideas and opinions are my own.</em><br />
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I hate to even admit that, but it's true. Sometimes I spend so much time worrying about what to spend my time on, that I forget the most important factor in the decision, God.<br />
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While visiting a church this past Sunday, the pastor gave a message on time. One of the things that he pointed out was that "Following your heart is not what you should do, unless your heart follows Jesus". Wow, I have to say that I have never quite thought of things this way, but I should start.<br />
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I think we all, or most of us, spend a good bit of time trying to figure out exactly what we are supposed to do with our lives. We can get so caught up in our own wants and interests that we forget that God can see the "bigger" picture, and if he can see the bigger picture, shouldn't we seek his advice and guidance. After all, we can only see what is right in front of us, we lack the ability to see over the next mountain, but God can see it all.<br />
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So, the next time you get all frazzled and are rushing here and there, take a second and stop and ask God what he wants you to do. After all, the time we have is limited, so shouldn't we spend it in the best possible way.<br />
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<strong>Minds in Motion</strong>, A Kinesthetic Approach to Teaching Elementary Curriculum, Susan Griss, 1998 <strong>$4.00 </strong><br />
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<strong>Social Studies Made Simple</strong>, Grade 1, Frank Schaffer Publications, Written by Beth Alley Wise, 1997 <strong>$4.00</strong><br />
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<strong>Phonics Make-and-take Manipulatives</strong>, Scholastic, Grade =s K-2, Joan Novelli, 1998 <strong>$3.00</strong><br />
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<strong>Science Experiments, Volume 1</strong>, Grade 1-3, Joan Bentley and Linda Hobbs, 1991 <strong>$3.00</strong><br />
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<strong>Cooperative Learning Activities for Language Arts</strong>, Intermediate, Teacher Certified Materials, Inc., 1995 <strong>$3.00 </strong><br />
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<strong>Home Community Connections</strong>, Houghton Mifflin Reading, Grade 1 <strong>$3.00</strong><br />
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<strong>Horizons Phonics and Reading 1</strong>, Student Book One, April 2001 Printing <strong>$4.00</strong><br />
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<strong>A Beka Book HomeSChool Phonics and Reading 1</strong>, Curriculum/Lesson Plans, Includes Language, Spelling, Poetry, and Activity Time, 2003 (This book has some wear, but is still usable).<strong> $5.00</strong><br />
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<strong>Health, Safety and Manners 2,</strong> Teachers Edition, A Beka Publications, 1991 Printing <strong>$4.00</strong><br />
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<strong>Health, Safety and Manners 2,</strong> Student Book, A Beka Publications, 1992 Printing <strong>$4.00</strong><br />
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<strong>God’s Gift of Language A, Teacher Edition</strong>, A Beka Book, Writing and Grammar Work-Text, printed in 2001.<strong> $5.00</strong><br />
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<strong>God’s Gift of Language A</strong>, Writing and Grammar A Beka Book, Test Key, 2001 printing.<strong> $5.00</strong><br />
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<strong>Grammar and Composition 1</strong>, Teacher Key, A Beka Book Language Series, Printed 2000. <strong>$10.00</strong><br />
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<strong>Foundations for Christian Schools</strong>, K4 for four year olds, Home Teacher Packet, Bob Jones University Press, 1991. And Home Teacher’s Edition. <strong>$12.00.</strong><br />
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<strong>Shurley English Homeschoolin</strong>g, Grammar and Composition, Level 1, Teachers Manual, 2002. (Like New)<strong> $25.00</strong><br />
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<strong>Shurley English Homeschooling</strong>, Grammar and Composition, Level 1, Student Workbook, 2002 (Like New) <strong>$10.00</strong><br />
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<strong>Horizons Math 1,</strong> Teacher Guide part one and two. <strong>$20.00</strong><br />
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Sends me an email or leave a comment if you are interested, prices do not include shipping. bkwatts3 at gmail dot com.<br />
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They can be made in any color for any occasion, and in any size. They are on sale for only $10.00, for a limited time. <br />
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This is a great gift idea for Christmas, you know it is never to early to start shopping for that, and this is a great deal!!<br />
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If you would like to place an order, leave me a comment, send me an email, or visit my<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/bkwatts3?ref=si_shop"> <span style="color: blue;">Etsy shop</span></a>!!<br />
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I am sure you guessed it, trying to find the best way to upcycle (reuse) those clothes. After all, this is a great way to save money. The clothes were give to me, and I already have the thread, so these are very inexpensive summer clothes for the girls!!<br />
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This cute little dress was made from a ladies shirt. I got the idea and pattern from <a href="http://www.dana-made-it.com/2008/07/warhol-dress-pattern.html"><span style="color: blue;">Dana at Made,</span></a> I love that blog. It is full of great sewing ideas and projects. <br />
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For the entire project, it may have taken an hour, but this was my first time using this pattern. It is super simple, so if you have a chance give it a try.<br />
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I decided to make a dress out of it. This is how it turned out. <br />
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I was really pretty easy, and did not take very long.<br />
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I am linking to<a href="http://www.savinsome.com/2008/12/links.html"> <span style="color: blue;">these great parties</span></a>.<br />
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