Wednesday, July 1, 2015

Label Daddy labels review

Its that time of year again when getting ready for school becomes more of a priority. Granted, you don't have your child's class requirement list just yet, but that doesn't mean you can't get a head start on things you know will be on it. I know Target has some deals on Yoobi school supplies.
50% off even.
But what happens when you get those other things like backpacks and pencil boxes? Or even those lunch boxes. How do people know that those things belong to your kids?
You need to label them! Label Daddy offers a variety of packages to choose from with so many images/styles to make your labels speak of your personality. I ordered Disney's Jake and the Neverland Pirates for my oldest son.
 I love their labels. Glossy, easy to use, durable, clear to understand, and they often have discount promotions going on. Plus they are washable! 
School supplies aren't the only things to label. Maybe your kids are still getting off to camps. Don't forget to label the things they take with them. Use the code USFAMILY20 to get your 20% discount at checkout and get ready for the school days and camps! Use this link to go straight in.

The following is information provided from Label Daddy: 
"Save 20% on Label Daddy labels! Label Daddy is the number one solution for labeling your belongings! Remember to label all clothing, sports equipment, electronics, and other personal belongings your kids bring to school, camp, sports leagues, day care, vacation, and other places. Label Daddy labels keep them from getting lost or mixed up with others. 

These labels are super durable peel-and-stick washable labels -- they're washer/dryer safe, microwave safe, dishwasher safe and UV resistant! Label Daddy labels are also fun and attractive. You design your own labels! Pick from tons of colors, sizes and logos, including Disney and Marvel characters, MLB, NBA, and NHL team logos, other sport and fun logos, and more. Their exclusive laminated coating gives labels an extra layer of protection and is a must for camp! These labels are made in the USA and shipped directly to you worldwide.

Save 20% on your entire Label Daddy order - this is the best discount available anywhere. Use code USFAMILY20 at checkout. http://www.usfamily20.labeldaddy.com."

Monday, June 29, 2015

The Iced Cupcake store review

I recently went out of town to visit a friend. We went to Katy, Texas. While there, we passed by a cute little cupcake shop that I suddenly had the urge to stop in. Granted, I didn't want to just spring my sudden desire for a rich cupcake on the two guys I was hanging out with, so I was thrilled when one of them said something about the shop instead. Yay! Of course I offered to buy everyone a cupcake if they would agree to walk across the parking lot with me and get them. Who is crazy enough to turn down a free cupcake?? Inside did seem a little dark, I'll admit. But it was a nice, clean shop with friendly staff who were very patient with my little group or undecided cupcake buyers. Prices may be considered a little high for someone who is used to making their own, but after tasting one... I can live with $3.00 a cupcake. Of course that's only applied if you buy 6 or more. And since I wanted at least two flavors (let's be real, I wanted to try almost all of them), I decided to give each of us 2. If you buy 1-5 cupcakes, they are $3.25 each. They also have sugar cookies and can do custom cakes. The presentation of each one was appealing, the taste... superb! So moist and rich in flavor. I got the Sassy Strawberry and Triple Chocolate ones. Probably shouldn't have eaten both in one sitting, but I just couldn't help myself. 
So if you are ever passing through Katy, I suggest you take a few minutes to stop by and show some love to The Iced Cupcake. I tried to check out their website, but its getting a face lift at the moment. Instead, check out their Facebook page. And where was this cupcake beauty when I was at the shop?!? 

Monday, June 22, 2015

This has been a fun summer so far

While stores are getting ready for back to school sales, I'm still finishing up the summer activities with my kiddos. The Lego store started giving away the second Lego Star Wars poster in the once-a-month promotion they run. Now until the 28th I believe, buy ANY Star Wars merchandise and you get the newest poster. 
Next one comes around July 20-26. 
Any I do mean ANY Star Wars purchase. I bought a small keychain for $5 to get mine. Plus Carlos hooked me up with a Ninjago dual-sided poster. 
After the Lego store we went to Barnes and Noble to turn in our book list and get our free books. The kids picked out some cool ones. I wish I could've gotten one...
Sadly it's one per child, per summer. They do have a great variety of books though. So get reading! And enjoy the last bit of summer. 

Saturday, June 20, 2015

A busy weekend, but full of fun!


I spent Thursday night after work cleaning and making the cake. today, Friday has been spent catching up on reviews and finishing up laundry. While I was at it, I started some organizing to clean up what I have. 

This is what happens when I'm stuck with the kids at home and don't have to work. 
My oldest also finally lost that second tooth. Both of his adult teeth grew in behind his baby teeth. He was updating me daily and even hourly today on how much more "wiggly" it had gotten. Along with asking, "Mom, do you want to feel it move?" 
My daughter wanted to color her princess pictures. It has been determined that pink is most definitely her favorite color. Can you see why? 
I've taken some breaks in between. We watched John Carter since it arrived from Disney Movie Rewards. Soon we will be chasing bad guys through the wild west with the Lone Ranger! 
I love my new Star Wars book mark too! I found an article about the future Star Wars movie. December will be a special month for sure! 

I also had a chance to surf the internet. My mom clued me in to a channel on YouTube that I have now fallen in love with. Check out Story of This Life. The video for today? This is probably why divorce rates are so high in America.

Tomorrow I will take the kids to Toys R Us for a Lego building event.
And  then perhaps get a visit from my dad who flew in from Florida. And I've made a special treat for a get together with friends from my job. 
This is what I started with. 

This is how they ended up. 
They didn't come out just like they should have. 
But hopefully next time they will. 

One more thing I found that I wanted to share was this link with some very helpful hacks for cleaning. This was on the Krazy Coupon Lady blog.