May 24 2013

Kim’s Resourceful Life: A little update!





It’s been a crazy whirlwind few weeks while waiting on my grandson to be born and then actually being allowed to share in the experience of his birth on Mothers’ Day! What a special blessing that was!

I’m just now getting back into the groove of things here on Resourceful Blogger and around my house. 

My new grandson is doing great. He’s a very healthy and happy little boy. The only thing he hates is diaper changes and boy, he’ll let you know it. Mom and dad are hanging in there, just tired from lack of sleep, but their doing great with all the changes that happen when a little wee one joins the family.

My youngest son just graduated from 6th grade. I attended his ceremony and took lots of pics. He is now an official middle schooler. He has signed up for football so I’m trying not to stress too much over that. I love football, don’t get me wrong, but with all the news about how head injuries that can cause lasting damage over their lifetime does concern me a bit, but I’m letting him play. I’m trying not to be one of those helicopter moms. I lean more towards the philosophy of free range kids. Of course, him being the baby of the family it has been a lot harder for me to not be over protective, but I’m working on that. 

Besides taking care of my son and grandkids, I am working on planning out a summer vacation for my son and myself. With the budget being tight I think this year we will be attending local attractions. We also plan on doing a bit of swimming, fishing and camping. I look forward to that, but really need to find a good deal on a swimsuit that doesn’t let it all hang out if you know what I mean. Maybe I should I go with the Duggars preferred modest swimwear. LOL!

I also am excited about visiting a Sleep Number Bed this Memorial Day Holiday to pick out a new bed! Yippee!!! I haven’t had a new bed ever. Really! Just hand me downs from family so this is truly exciting for me. I will be posting my review of the bed in a future post.

And while I’m out and about trying out beds, I plan to take my mom to do a little shopping and then out to eat. We might even go see a movie to end the night. A little mother, daughter time to spend together. I’ll be sure to take lots of pics to share.

And while we’re out having some fun, my son will be enjoying himself at 4-H camp. I am so proud of him. He won a free camping trip from participating in all the 4-H activities all year. 

Wishing everyone a Happy and Safe Memorial Day Holiday!!!!

Remember, Save a Life! No texting or drinking while driving. 

Permanent link to this article: http://www.resourcefulblogger.com/kims-resourceful-life-a-little-update/

May 15 2013

My new beautiful grandson arrived on Mothers’ Day! Happy Birthday Clayton Wayne Goshorn!




Happy Birthday Clayton Wayne Goshorn!

My grandson Clayton Wayne Goshorn was born on Mothers’ Day weighing in at 10 lbs. 8.6 oz., 22 1/2 inches long.

Congrats to Ashley Pierce and Caleb Goshorn. She delivered him naturally! WOW! 

He’s a healthy big boy and the entire family is so proud! 

 

Here is Mom and Dad before baby!

Ashley and Caleb

 

Ashley and Caleb

 

Ashley at Baby Shower

Clayton Wayne

 

Ashley in active labor!

 

Ashley

 

Ashley holding her precious new baby boy!

 

Clayton Wayne

 

Caleb and Ashley with their new baby boy, Clayton!

 

Caleb, Ashley and Clayton

 

Me holding my new grandson! So very proud!

 

Grandma and Clayton

 

Welcome to the world Clayton Wayne Goshorn!

 

Clayton

 

Clayton

Permanent link to this article: http://www.resourcefulblogger.com/my-new-beautiful-grandson-arrived-on-mothers-day-happy-birthday-clayton-wayne-goshorn/

May 08 2013

What Moms Really Want For Mothers’ Day!




Mothers’ Day: What Moms Really Want!

Mothers’ Day, the day we all celebrate the motherhood. A special day that will have dads and children searching for ways to show the moms in their lives how much they are appreciated for all they do as mothers. 

Some will choose some really cool Mothers’ Day gifts, like jewelry, clothes, shoes, cameras, and computers.

Others will give flowers, chocolate and cards.

Then there will be those gifts that are epic fails, like household appliances.

Please don’t! 

But what do Moms really want?

According to an article on MediaPost Publications by, Stephanie Azzarone, founder and president of Child’s Play Communications; A recent NPD Group mom survey revealed that 14.6% of moms prefer handmade gifts, followed very closely by a day off (13.6%).  

The top two gifts that moms want are handmade gifts and a day to themselves. 

Are you surprised?

I know I’m not. Sweet mementos from our children is to be expected. I mean who doesn’t love that precious hand-print card that moms get from their little ones. I still treasure mine to this day and keep them in a special memory box.

And I’m not surprised at all by their second favorite gift. A day off from the motherhood.

Yep! A day off.

This should not be surprising since mother’s rarely get a day off from the rigorous demands that motherhood puts on them.

I know this has always topped my list.

So if you’re still looking for the perfect Mothers’ Day gift, give her what she wants. 

A sweet handmade gift made by the kids and the gift of time. Time for herself to do whatever her heart desires. Whether it’s laying in bed. Or going to the Spa. Or laying by the pool. Now that’s a Mothers’ day gift that any mother will love!  

Read more: http://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/199686/what-does-she-really-want-this-mothers-day-not-w.html#ixzz2Sit4BuW0

Permanent link to this article: http://www.resourcefulblogger.com/what-moms-really-want-for-mothers-day/

May 08 2013

FedEx Delivery Manager – Deliveries on your schedule.




FedEx: Deliveries On Your Schedule

Change our plans, not yours. Built to make your life easier, FedEx Delivery Manager gives you the power to customize your home deliveries to fit your busy life.

Get alerts via email and text message!

Sign Up Today to get your packages delivered on your time!


Disclaimer: This post contains an affiliate link.

Permanent link to this article: http://www.resourcefulblogger.com/fed-ex/

May 08 2013

Earn Money While You Shop At Pennyful: Receive $5 Just For Signing Up!




Earn money while you shop at Pennyful.com. Receive $5 just for signing up.

For each purchase you make, you will receive cash back from Pennyful.

Try it today and get your free $5 when you sign up.

Pennyful.com

 

Disclaimer: This post contains an affiliate link.

Permanent link to this article: http://www.resourcefulblogger.com/earn-money-while-you-shop-at-pennyful-receive-5-just-for-signing-up/

May 08 2013

Free Graduation Announcements + 40 Free Prints!




Graduation is just around the corner so be sure to grab this awesome deal for 10 Free Graduation Announcements for your graduate!

Plus you will receive 40 Free Prints. 

Be sure to use coupon code: MYGRADUATION

York Photo

Permanent link to this article: http://www.resourcefulblogger.com/free-graduation-announcements-40-free-prints/

May 07 2013

Amazing Things Only Mother’s Do!




This cute Mother’s Day Infographic brought to you by  Promocode4share.com.

Remember to give your Mother a huge hug and a thank you this Mother’s Day for all the amazing things she did raising you. 

Amazing Things Only Mother’s Do!

Permanent link to this article: http://www.resourcefulblogger.com/amazing-things-only-mothers-do/

May 07 2013

HOW TO EDIT PHOTOS WITH PIXLR: A VIDEO TUTORIAL




How to edit photos with Pixlr: A Video Tutorial

I was searching online today for free photo editors when I came across this awesome video tutorial over at The Thinking Closet on how to use Pixlr, a free photo editor.

I normally use Pic Monkey, but was in search for another free photo editor since Pic Monkey charges for some of their editing options.

I really like all the editing options that Pixlr provides. The great thing is that it’s all free! 

Thanks Lauren over at The Thinking Closet for this great resource.

Pixlr

Permanent link to this article: http://www.resourcefulblogger.com/how-to-edit-photos-with-pixlr-a-video-tutorial/

May 03 2013

Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library: Free Books For Kids Birth – 5!




Free Books for Kids Ages Birth-5 from Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library

Sign up online today and when you do, your child will receive one book a month from birth to the age of 5. Your child will love receiving a new book each month in the mail.

Dolly Parton's Imagination Library

 Sign up for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library here.

About Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library:  

In 1996, Dolly Parton launched an exciting new effort, Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, to benefit the children of her home county in East Tennessee, USA.

Dolly’s vision was to foster a love of reading among her county’s preschool children and their families by providing them with the gift of a specially selected book each month.

She wanted children to be excited about books and to feel the magic that books can create. Moreover, she could insure that every child would have books, regardless of their family’s income.

Since the initial program launch in the United States, Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library has gone from just a few dozen books to nearly 40,000,000 books mailed to children in the United States, into Canada and across the proverbial pond into the United Kingdom!

 

Permanent link to this article: http://www.resourcefulblogger.com/dolly-partons-imagination-library/

May 03 2013

Kids Bowl Free All Summer Long!


Kids Bowl Free All Summer Long!

Looking for something affordable to do this summer when the kids get bored? Go bowling! And now you can for free! When you sign up at Kids Bowl Free.

Kids Bowl Free All Summer Long

Your child will get a free summer bowling pass for 2 Free games every day all summer long! Wow, now that’s a deal! Shoe rental not included. 

Visit Kids Bowl Free to see if your bowling alley is participating.

You also will be offered a chance to buy a family bowling pass for up to 4 adults for $24.95 for 2 free games of bowling each day for the entire summer. That way you can bowl right along with your kids and their friends. 

Have a safe and fun Summer!

Permanent link to this article: http://www.resourcefulblogger.com/children-bowl-free-all-summer-long/

Apr 29 2013

Selling on Facebook: Soldsie Ticker Grand Opening and Giveaway




Selling On Facebook

Soldsie Ticker Grand Opening and Giveaway

This post brought to you by Soldsie

Social commerce ain’t seen nothing yet. Soldsie is a Facebook app that enables mompreneurs to sell on Facebook and moms to buy products just by commenting “Sold!”

Since its launch, thousands of small businesses have used social media to find, reach, and engage a loyal online following. The best part? Soldsie supports mothers who sell children’s clothing, jewelry, home decor, etc., at affordable prices–and other busy mothers don’t even have to leave Facebook to shop.

Now it’s gotten even easier to discover great merchants and products on Facebook. Soldsie is launching Ticker, a stream that displays what retailers are uploading to their Facebook pages in real-time. Just click on the product to be taken to the original page and comment “Sold!” to purchase.

Soldsie

To celebrate the grand opening of Ticker, Soldsie is hosting a giveaway that runs from Monday, April 29 to Monday, May 13! The lucky winner picks their prize from Ticker, and Soldsie will cover the expenses. Enter early and often by following the directions below!

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Permanent link to this article: http://www.resourcefulblogger.com/selling-on-facebook-soldsie-ticker-grand-opening-and-giveaway/

Apr 23 2013

V2 Cigs Review




V2 Cigs. Review: Electronic Cigarettes

This post brought to you by V2 Cigs. I was sent the V2 Cigs Economy Starter Kit to review. All opinions are 100% mine. 

I live in the South and tobacco was and is one of the main crops harvested and sold here, so for me cigarette smoking did not have the same stigma that it seems to have elsewhere when I was growing up. But after years of medical studies we now know that smoking is bad for you. That is something smokers and non-smokers will agree to. Even knowing this, if you’re a smoker, it’s still a difficult habit to give up.

Having been a smoker and non-smoker both, I understand how hard it is to quit smoking and I completely understand how it feels to be around a smoker when you don’t smoke. The smell is horrendous and over powering. And it makes everything the smoker wears smell like, well, let’s just say, stinky. But there is a solution for both the smoker and non-smoker. The V2 Cigs.

V2 Cigs Review

The V2 Cigs. is an electronic cigarette that puts off no odor. There is no second hand smoke to worry about either. These electronic cigarettes are becoming more and more popular with smokers who are trying to quit and with those who are looking for another option that is acceptable to use out in public and the V2 Cigs. is a great alternative.

Since I still occasionally like to indulge in a cigarette myself, but really hate smelling like one, I was excited to review the V2 Cigs. electronic cigarette. 

The V2 Cigs. Starter Kit comes in a very sturdy box . When you open your box you’re going to find your electronic cigarette, a charger with AC adapter, and two boxes of cartridges. I was also sent a box of assorted flavored cartridges to try out.

V2 Cig Review

Your V2 Cigs. kit also comes with an instruction manuel that I would strongly suggest you read. It explains all the details on charging and handling your V2 Cigs. electronic cigarette.

My V2 Cigs. was charged right out of the box and ready to use. All I needed to do was to decide on which cartridge I wanted to try.I dove into the different flavored cartridges and when I saw the Coffee flavor I grabbed it and used it first. I loved it from the first puff. It tasted just like a light coffee flavored drink.Love, Love, Love!

My second choice of flavored cartridge was the Cherry one. This one didn’t go as well. It tasted like a really, really light Cherry flavor. I just didn’t like it as well as I did the Coffee one. I’ve pretty much tried all the different flavors of cartridges since receiving my V2 Cigs. and my favorites so far are, Coffee, Red Medium, Mint Tea, Vanilla, Chocolate and the Peppermint.

V2 Cigs Review

My first impressions with the V2 Cigs. was how easy it is to use. You just screw on the cartridge of your choice and it’s ready for use once charged. I was amazed at how much vapor I was able to blow out, since some e cigs. I have tried in the past didn’t allow me to blow out as much vapor. This one made you feel just like you were actually smoking a cigarette.I have to say that so far the V2 Cigs. is my favorite e-cigarette I have tried so far.

Right now you can grab a V2 Cigs. coupon code for up to 15% Off your own V2 Cigs. plus Free Shipping. 

Here is my video review of the V2 Cigs. that I took so I could demonstrate to you just how well the V2 Cigs. works.

Disclaimer: This post brought to you by V2 Cigs. I was sent the V2 Cigs Economy Starter Kit to review. All opinions are 100% mine.

Permanent link to this article: http://www.resourcefulblogger.com/v2-cigs-review/

Older posts «