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Elf on the Shelf 2012: Day 5

November 29, 2012 By Beth 3 Comments

Elf on the Shelf 2012: Day 5

Today we messed up with our Elf on the Shelf, Kingston. He was sitting on top of the television in the living room. Then Brian went and pulled out all of the Christmas boxes and decided to start setting up his nativity sets. Great idea BUT the huge set sits on top of the TV … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Kids, Simply Family Tagged With: Christmas, elf, Elf on the Shelf, kids

Elf on the Shelf 2012: Day 4

November 29, 2012 By Beth 2 Comments

Elf on the Shelf 2012: Day 4

A day late posting here but  yesterday Kingston hung out on the TV in the Master Bedroom. Kingston was all excited that the movie, Elf, came in the mail on Tuesday. We realized over the weekend that we didn't own this movie and were appalled so I used my Amazon Prime membership … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Kids, Simply Family Tagged With: Christmas, elf, Elf on the Shelf, kids

Save Money on Insurance Premiums

November 28, 2012 By Beth 1 Comment

Save Money on Insurance Premiums

December 21st is fast approaching and while most people will be shopping for their last minute Christmas presents, the more savvy-spender should be looking into shopping for car insurance. This all comes down to the change in the ruling lead by the European Court of Justice that … [Read more...]

Filed Under: SimplySaving Tagged With: car insurance, car insurance premiums, insurance, savings

Elf on the Shelf 2012: Day 3

November 27, 2012 By Beth 2 Comments

Elf on the Shelf 2012: Day 3

We decided our Elf on the Shelf, Kingston, should leave the living room so he headed the kitchen. Trivia time ... what movie is that in reference to? ;) He did a lecture that if he even thought about falling asleep on the job today, he would be in big trouble because he … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Kids, Simply Family Tagged With: Christmas, elf, Elf on the Shelf, kids

Elf on the Shelf 2012: Day 2

November 26, 2012 By Beth 1 Comment

Elf on the Shelf 2012: Day 2

So we did remember to move Kingston before we went to bed last night. YAY for us!! We went easy to break into this Elf moving process so Kingston "hid" in plain sight above the fireplace mirror. The one redeeming factor was that kids giggled and laughed for five minutes … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Kids, Simply Family Tagged With: Christmas, elf, Elf on the Shelf, kids

Outset Media Game Giveaway #holidayshowcase

November 26, 2012 By Beth 3 Comments

Outset Media Game Giveaway #holidayshowcase

From Outset Media ... We definitely only want a few  games highlighted because that is where we spend  our marketing efforts.   Any of the following games would be acceptable, but with  a preference  for *three in particular mainly because we have been producing "On  The  … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Giveaways, Kids, Promotional, Simply Family Tagged With: games, giveaway, kids, toys

Christmas Toy Giveaway #holidayshowcase

November 26, 2012 By Beth 7 Comments

Christmas Toy Giveaway #holidayshowcase

Looking for the toys for Christmas 2012? Check out this giveaway ... We are excited to participate in a group giveaway that features a toy prize package from MGA Entertainment. Prize ... · Action Adventures Robot flashlights – 3 (at $12.99 each) = $38.97 · … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Giveaways, Kids, Promotional, Simply Family Tagged With: giveaway, toy

Elf on the Shelf: Welcome Back, Kingston!

November 25, 2012 By Beth Leave a Comment

Elf on the Shelf: Welcome Back, Kingston!

So here is where we admit that we don't follow the Elf on the Shelf rules. Kingston just showed up today. Actually, he was lucky to show up today. We forgot about him AGAIN last night. So we made the rash decision that I would make sure the kids kept their eyes on the lovely (not … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Kids, Simply Family Tagged With: Christmas, elf, Elf on the Shelf, tradition

Brian’s Second Half Marathon

November 21, 2012 By Beth 2 Comments

Brian’s Second Half Marathon

Since Brian won't brag for himself, I will. He completed his second half marathon on November 10th. He ran the American Family Fitness Half Marathon in Richmond. He ran this race last year too. Here is the race in pictures. Waiting for start ... Go Daddy, Go! … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Health & Beauty, Simply Life Tagged With: half marathon, running

Pumpkin Doesn’t Grow in a Can: Fresh Pumpkin Processing

November 20, 2012 By Beth 5 Comments

Pumpkin Doesn’t Grow in a Can: Fresh Pumpkin Processing

Since a reader asked here is a quick version of Fresh Pumpkin Processing! In case you don't know, pumpkin doesn't grow in can and it feels so wrong to admit to that. I grew up eating Libby's Pumpkin. It was the ONLY pumpkin mom ever bought. It was the best and for pumpkin pie, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Simply Food, Tips & Techniques Tagged With: cooking, directions, fall, fresh pumpkin processing, pumpkin

Brilliant Sky Toys for the Holidays

November 17, 2012 By Beth Leave a Comment

Brilliant Sky Toys for the Holidays

About ... The first Brilliant Sky Toys & Books® was founded in 2002 in Lansing, Michigan with the singular goal of being the finest upscale specialty toy store in America. Based on the belief that the right playthings give children a gateway to physical, emotional and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Kids, Promotional, Reviews, Simply Family Tagged With: Boogie Board, Brilliant Sky, review, toy, toy store

Nielsen-Massey Vanillas for the Holidays

November 16, 2012 By Beth 46 Comments

Nielsen-Massey Vanillas for the Holidays

Is your house ready for baking this holiday season?! We are well under way in the baking season it seems and were excited to start using the Nielsen-Massey Vanillas. Brian first tried out the Nielsen-Massey Vanilla Extract in his Mini-Pecan Tarts Recipe. He loved the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Giveaways, Promotional, Recipes, Reviews, Simply Food Tagged With: giveaway, nielson-massey, Peppermint Hot Chocolate, recipe, review

Friday Favorite: Simply Lemonade

November 16, 2012 By Beth Leave a Comment

Friday Favorite: Simply Lemonade

About ... All four varieties of Simply Lemonade and Simply Limeade are made with not-from-concentrate juices and pure ingredients. Available in both multi-serve and single-serve carafes, you can enjoy delicious refreshment throughout the day! Our Thoughts ... We love Simply … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Friday Favorites, Memes, Simply Food Tagged With: beverage, drinks, friday favorite, Simply Lemonade

Turkey + Travel = Thanksgiving!

November 16, 2012 By Beth Leave a Comment

Thanksgiving will be here before we know it. We are excited share these fun facts about Thanksgiving as you start to get bags packed and meal plans together for next week! Provided by Nationwide Bank   What was your favorite fact in the infographic? Leave us a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Simply Life Tagged With: Thanksgiving, travel, turkey

Rock Crawler Bounce House Giveaway

November 15, 2012 By Beth 18 Comments

Rock Crawler Bounce House Giveaway

  Details ... The Blast Zone Rock Crawler combo bouncer is ready to rumble! This is the Biggest Blast Zone Combo!   Crawl on in through the Rock Crawler Bouncer's front wheel, and get ready for a rocking good time!  Up to 6 Kids can play safely with the Huge 18x11x7 … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Giveaways, Kids, Promotional, Simply Family Tagged With: giveaway, kids, party idea

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