What I'm Loving Wednesday

It's Wednesday so you know what that means...I have once again linked up with Jamie for What I'm Loving Wednesday!

I'm loving that I just found out that I don't have to work Monday because it's a paid holiday. It's Columbus Day people. But hey, I'm not complaining.

I'm loving that I got to dance in the middle of the street with my niece last night.

I'm loving that I get to help my friend, Ashlee, prepare and cook some appetizers and desserts for her Thirty-One party on Sunday.

I'm loving that all of the seasons of Wonder Years are now on Netflix...guess what I'm doing this weekend??

I'm loving some of my Pinterest finds this week:

 Warm cinnamon apples are a fall favorite!

 I could totally relax every night and forget about everything in the world in this bathtub!

 I love the bangs that Hilary Duff is rockin'. I'm thinking about getting my own too.

 Honey-Sauced Chicken. Sounds soooo wonderful! I have all the ingredients except the onion and garlic. I even have GF soy sauce to make it gluten free friendly. I can't wait to make this!

 Corn chowder sounds so delish and hearty in this lovely fall weather we are having.

How sparkly and cute are these nails? I can't wait to try this on my own nails. And gray goes so well with everything!

And as always, I am loving my handsome boyfriend, Mark! He is working in Cleveland for the next 3 days so I am gonna miss his sweet face!!



What are you loving today?



Love & Laughter,

J

Ten on Tuesday!

Today, I have linked up with Chelsea at Roots and Rings for Ten on Tuesday! Can you believe it's week 100!! I only started a few weeks ago and I am having a blast!!! Way to go Chelsea!

1. How do you take your coffee?
With lots of (flavored) cream and a packet or two of sweet n low

2. Do you prefer soft or crispy chocolate chip cookies?
I like them chewy and soft.

3. Do you wear a belt everyday?
I don't even own a belt.

4. What is your favorite color combination?
I am really digging gray with navy and yellow. Navy and orange and pink and brown.

5. Do you like sour candy?
I do. I looooove sour patch kids!! Especially the red ones. I always save the red ones for last!!

6. How often do you do laundry?
I would do it everyday if I had a washer and dryer in my apartment but because I don't, I do it once a week and sometimes, it doesn't get done for 2 weeks. UGH! I hate having piles of dirty laundry!!

7. Did you ever wear braces?
I did. I have the proof in my senior pictures.

8. Are you good at Roman Numerals?
Not at all!!!

9. What is your favorite form of social media?
Facebook. And blogs. I am just nosy and therefore social media makes it easier :)

10. How do you feel about chin dimples?
All dimples are adorable.

Make sure you link up at Roots and Rings for your Ten on Tuesday!!

Love & Laughter,

J

Priceline Saves the Day!

So, I've never actually been one to use priceline.com, but I was DESPERATE tonight. I have an event tomorrow and being without a car for 3 weeks now and not having ANYONE that could take me/drop me off tomorrow, I decided that the best solution was to rent a car.

As I did some research on some other sites, my dear boyfriend said that I should check out Priceline, to name my own price. After he thoroughly calmed my fears about the whole process, I decided to give it whirl. And boy am I glad I did.

I was able to get an economy rental car from Alamo for $9.00/day!!!!!!! The funniest thing about it is that my taxes and fees are more than my daily rate but I will take it!! They will be getting my business in the future, that's for sure!

Thank you, Priceline, for making my life a little easier, even if it's only for a day!

Has anyone else used Priceline and were you able to get a good deal?

Love & Laughter,

J

what i'm loving wednesday!

Today, I have linked up with Jamie over at this kind of love for What I'm Loving Wednesday!!!

- I'm loving that Mark is home again, I sure did miss him!!

- I'm loving that I don't have to wake up early to go to work on Friday! (YAY for being able to sleep in)

- I'm loving that I get off work early on Thursday because I have to attend a Teen Asset Meeting in the morning.

- I'm loving that I have a clean house to come home too.

-I'm loving some of my Pinterest finds this week that make me soooo happy:

 This necklace/bracelet (not sure which one it is) is so adorable. Lovebirds. M+J. Perfect.

This is how I hold my cup anyway, this just makes it easier and more convenient. 

 How can this little guy NOT make you happy!! He is just screaming for me to love all over him! Mark and I want a Bully so bad!

 It's so important to be reminded of this everyday no matter what!

Peanut Butter Bars....YUM!!!! PB always makes this girl happy!

What are YOU loving today??

Don't forget to link up! Happy Wednesday to you!

Love & Laughter,

J

Ten on Tuesday

Once again, I have linked up with Roots and Rings for Ten on Tuesday!

1. What is your dream vacation?
My dream vacay would be about two months long and I would travel the world. I wanna go everywhere! Spain, Paris, Germany, Italy, Caribbean. You name it - I want to go!

2. What has been your favorite trip so far in your life?
I haven't really been on any trips lately but one I will never forget in my life is when my mom took us on a family vacation to New Orleans (pre-Katrina). I feel in love with that place. I would LOVE to go back...something about that city that has my heart.

3. If you and one of your best friends could go anywhere in the world for one week, where would it be and why?
WOW! This is a tough one. I think I could talk Mark into taking me to Paris. He has been to France before but I haven't and this is on my bucket list anyway.

4. Have you ever booked a trip using an online deal? How did it go?
I haven't actually. I have rented hotels and had car reservations, but that's all. I have looked, but never purchased.

5. What’s your favorite thing to do while you’re on vacation?
To relax, be spontaneous and enjoy myself while in good company.

6. Have you ever missed an opportunity to take a trip that you regret?
I've missed lots of trips in my time. I wanna live my life without regret and one day, I know that I will make up for what I missed.

7. You travel far away from home and get stranded with no way to buy anything, what’s the one thing you can’t live without?
My phone and charger. I could then call someone, tell them to wire me some money and then we would be on our way :)

8. What’s one of your favorite traveling memories?
With family, it would have to be the trip to New Orleans. My first flying experience by myself was to NY to see a friend so that is definitely a favorite memory. Panama City Beach, FL with my friends right out of high school will be a trip I never forget and Mark and I haven't really traveled together but I just KNOW that our honeymoon will be a great memory!

9. All included resort or backpacking? Why?
All inclusive resort, obviously. I don't hike and I certainly don't backpack through anywhere!

10. Are you more of a lie on the beach kind of person on vacation, or do you prefer to see the sights?
I love the best of both worlds.

Now, answer the questions, blog about it and go link up --- everyone is doing it!!

Love & Laughter,

J

Kroger, Blue Moon Affair and other ramblings

I'm actually saddened by the lack of coupon match-ups at Kroger so I would much rather not waste the time in posting them so you can head on over to How it Have it All's blog and check out the Kroger Deals page to get all of the coupon match-ups and sales.

In other news, I have a big work event coming up on Friday called the Blue Moon Affair. This gala supports the youth programming where I work, the Youth Empowerment Center. Not only will there be a free cocktail hour, dinner, dancing and live entertainment, but Judge Hatchett will be our guest speaker.

Although I will be working (just transporting some youth), my dear boyfriend will be accompanying me to this event. I'm not sure what to expect really, but let's just hope we raise enough money so that I can keep my job and that we can change more young lives.

I have also been listening to Pandora Radio and I forgot how much I loved it. I've been tuned into the Ray LaMontagne channel. AWESOME!!

I've also been wavering back and forth about a decision that I have to make - to attend my 10 year High School Reunion. I'm not sure if I want to go, and then if I don't go, would I regret it?? What do you think I should do. To go? Or not to go? That is the BIG question!

I was just asked to be in a wedding yesterday!! How exciting is that??!!!?? It's always an honor to be asked to be in a wedding so I was thrilled (and surprised) that my good friend, Naomi, asked me to be a bridesmaid in her wedding! I'm very excited and happy for her and her fiance, Jeremy!

I've also had a burning itch to start crafting. I'm talking about re-doing furniture, making cutesy things for my apartment and crafting things to give as presents.

Here are some things that I want to try (courtesy of Pinterest):

 Something ambitious, but I think it would be so fun to re-do ugly furniture. And think about all the money you would save.

 How cute is this wreath. It totally can be used throughout the entire winter season. I know we aren't there yet, thank goodness, but if I want this done by winter, I need to start like, yesterday.

 I love recycling things to make beautiful, fun things like this bowl made from magazines. I wonder how long this would take me?

 I think the idea of monograms are cute but I especially love the twine wrapped around the letter and the cute navy bow and flowers. I bet I could make a different colored bow and flowers for each season (or month).

How darling are these totes. Apparently it only takes 20 minutes to make but I don't have a sewing machine and I don't really know how to sew all that well, but they sure would make cute gifts!

WOW! I just realized how long this post was, so I apologize, and thank you if you made it all the way through...bless your heart.

Love & Laughter,
J

Meijer Match-Ups 9/25-10/1

Meijers has some good sales this week:

Eggs - .99
Apples - .99/lb.
Grapes - .99/lb.
3 lb. bag yellow onions - .99
5 lb. bag white potatoes - .99
Organic baby carrots - .99
Dole salad mixes - .99
Fresh Express spinach - .99
Colored peppers (green, red, yellow) - .99/each
Greenhouse cucumbers - .99/each
Chicken drumsticks/thighs - .99/lb.
Meijer Frozen Blended Vegetables 16 oz. - .99
Meijer Soft Tortillas - .99

I feel like they should have called this the .99 cent sale. After I got to page 14 of the ad, I realized they do have a such thing as a .99 cent sale.

Now onto the coupon match-ups:

Gorton's Fish Sticks, Battered or Breaded Fillets or Tenders or Premium Fillets - $4.99/each
Buy any 2 Gorton's frozen items get $2 off instantly
Use two .50 off any one Gorton's Item
Final Price after coupons and instant coupon - $5.98 for 2 or $2.99 each

Pillsbury Refrigerated Cookie Dough - $2.00/each
Buy 2 per coupon
Use one .75 on TWO any variety Pillsbury Refrigerated Cookie Dough
Final price after coupon - $3.00 for 2 or $1.50 each

Ore-Ida Frozen Potatoes - 3 for $8
Buy three get one FREE
Use one $1.00 off with the purchase of THREE Ore-Ida Products
Final price after coupon and free bag - 4 for $7 or $1.75 each

Yoplait Yogurt Single Serve Cups - 10 for $6
Use .50 off EIGHT cups or
Use .40 off SIX cups
Final price wyb (when you buy) EIGHT - $3.80 or .48 each
Final price wyb SIX cups - $2.80 or .47 each

Daisy Cottage Cheese 24 oz. - $2.49
Use one .35 off any Daisy Brand Cottage Cheese
Final price after coupon - $1.79

Barilla Pasta Sauce - $2
Use one .55 off when you buy one jar of Barilla Pasta Sauce
Final price after coupon - $1.00

Archway Cookies - .99
Use one .45 off any one Archway brand cookie variety
Final price after coupon - .09

Ice Mountain 6 pk./.5 liter Drinking Water - .99
Use one $1.00 off any one .5 liter 6-Pack of Ice Mountain Brand Water
Final price after coupon - FREE

Milk-Bone Dog Biscuits, Flavor Snacks, Healthy Favorites or Essentials Plus - 2 for $5 or $2.50 each
Use one $1.00 off any one Milk-Bone Healthy Favorites dog snacks
Final price after coupon - $1.50

Once again, I know that I may have missed some deals and coupon match-ups, this reflects the current coupons I have in my possession. Also, don't forget that Meijer doubles coupons up to  .50 and coupons above .50 doubles to $1. They only double 2 of the same coupon so multiple transactions may be needed. If you need any further assistance about Meijers coupon policy, you can find that here.

Happy couponing (and shopping) and don't forget to stop in and tell me how much you saved!!

Love & Laughter,
J