New Appliances = Me Time???

Ok, first let me say that appliances are one of those purchase that our family only makes "when we have to"...meaning when we have finally drained every ounce of life out of them that they could possibly have. We bought a new washer and dryer a couple of years ago (after having the others for almost 18 years!). My washer had not died at that point but it was on the verge and I was having to use some sort of rigged up screw to turn it on--crazy, huh? But I got a new set and I love them.

But *if* we get the house that we want, the kitchen needs some MAJOR updating. The house was built in 1967 and I think the appliances are still the same green appliances that we installed when it was built---ahhhh!! So we are in the process of looking at appliances and seeing what is out there. I definitely want stainless steel, but we are sure what brand yet, however, Frigidaire is a brand that we have been happy with in the past. Frigidaire has a whole new line of appliances that have just come out, so I am sure we will be checking them out.

So here is the thing...I am part a group called "MomSelect". They are asking me to get my readers to take THIS survey to let them know what you would do with a little extra "me" time. In return for blogging about their new line, they will enter me in a contest to win some new appliances and guess what?? When you enter you get a chance to win too!! And you can go back each day and take their "daily dare" and have additional chances to win!

How cool is that??!!

Life continues...

Even during the craziness of a move, life continues to go on around you. Laundry must be done, dishes must be washed, homework must be done, lunch money checks must be written, and orthodontist appointments must be kept.

Today, the second of my children got her braces put on. Mari Cate has wanted braces for SOOOO long!! She has anticipated this day for a year or so now. Now we will wait for the "new" to wear off! (haha) She is in what they call "Phase 1" of her braces. This phase is not for straightening of her teeth. It is for correcting her underbite. She has brackets on the 4 front teeth and bands around the two back molars. She will also have to wear head gear (ugh) at night to help pull the upper jaw forward. This phase should take about 12-15 months. Then she will wear a retainer to keep that in place until her baby teeth are all gone...then we will move on to Phase 2--the regular braces...and more money...BIG UGH.

So let me introduce my new daughter..................

It's official now...

All the papers are signed...a key given to the new owners. I can deny it no longer....we closed on our house Wednesday. We no longer own a home...our home. As much as I want/wanted this move, it is still sad. Our three kids were babies here at this house...that's explanation enough, but this is the house that Frank's dad built, this is the house that he grew up in. For nearly 45 years it has been part of his family, now it belongs to a new family. A new family that is thrilled to have a "new" home of their own. A family that also has "new life" coming to their family this year, so they have much to celebrate this year. But it is a family that is friends with us and will allow my kids to come back here one day and look at their old rooms, their carvings on trees, trails that they made in the woods, the home they were not so sure about leaving....for that I am thankful.

Ok, enough sentimental...guess I am just a little that way, since we don't know for sure where we are going yet and that is a little unsettling. Our last day here in this house will be May 23rd, then we will move in with my parents, hopefully for just a short amount of time.

Hopefully by then we will be as excited about a new house as the family is to be moving into ours. Congratulations new owners!

I am sure that you will understand the possible hiatus I will be taking as we settle "somewhere". I promise to come back with lots of pictures of "someplace". Probably enough to drive you crazy! : )

Today is Earth Day. Although I am not a big "greenie", I am trying to change some of the things we do in our house and family. Even just changing one thing you do can make a big difference.

Fun and Frugal posted about this Earth Day "Freebies". In honor of Earth Day, Walgreen's is giving a free reusable shopping bag. Along with the coupon you also get 15% of eligible store items and 20% of Walgreen's brand products. The coupon MUST be presented at the photo or beauty counter before you check out. Be sure to read the fine print. Click here to print your coupon.

You can find other Earth Day "Freebies" here on Southern Savers Website.

Have a Green Day!! : )

American Idol...you haven't heard the last of me!

(Excuse the pitiful video, it's from my regular camera)

More Easter Pics....

These are probably the cutest pictures I got of Hayden for Easter. He was in the empty bookcase playing!! : )

Happy Easter!

Our family wishes you a Happy Easter!