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Cupcake fun

Monday, August 9th, 2010

I have been the designated family birthday cake baker since I was 12. I’ve always loved decorating special cakes to match the recipient’s interests, the party theme, or even a specific gift. A few months ago some books about cupcakes…

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How Do Dinosaurs Say Goodnight?

Wednesday, June 16th, 2010

I just had to post about this adorable book, which I found on my most recent trip to the library. I usually check out a stack of books each time I go, and some are better than others. This is…

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Kidcraft Retro Kids’ Oven in pink half price at Target.com

Tuesday, March 30th, 2010

For a limited time, you can get the Kidcraft Retro Kids’ Oven in pink for $74.99 at Target.com.  That’s a savings of $75 off the regular price!  This is a perfect gift idea for a little girl…or if you’re feeling…

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Carter’s launches online store with coupon code and free shipping deal

Sunday, March 28th, 2010

I am a huge fan of Carter’s clothing, so I was very excited to receive an email tonight letting me know that Carter’s now has an online store!  There isn’t a Carter’s store in my area, and it’s tough finding…

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Saving hundreds by switching from a cell phone contract to prepaid

Thursday, February 4th, 2010

One of the last big splurges before I left my career behind was the purchase of fancy new cell phones for my husband and myself. I wanted a smart phone and he wanted one that was also an mp3…

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35% savings on Turbo Tax, and a few tax pointers

Thursday, January 21st, 2010

I was excited to find that Bank of America is once again offering a great discount on Turbo Tax software this year!  If you access Turbo Tax through this link, you can save 35 percent off your tax filing…

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A review of Kolcraft’s Contours Classique 3-in-1 Bassinet

Wednesday, January 20th, 2010

My son slept in a crib in his own room from the time we brought him home from the hospital, but my sister wanted her baby to room in with her. The American Academy of Pediatrics actually recommends that babies…

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