Have you ever stopped to think of what type of vehicle is your dream vehicle? Of course, I’d have to say ours is a Ram Truck. You may be wondering why a Ram would be our dream truck. Stay tuned because there are some cool things about Ram!The amount of room in a Ram TruckIf we were to have a Ram truck (our dream car) it would be because the amount of room. We have four kids now, so we’d need to ensure there was plenty of room. If you get the double cab, there is usually enough room for … [Read more...]
The Best Time to Buy a Car
Are you in the market to buy a new car? Don’t just run out and buy a car anytime you feel the urge. There are good times to buy a car and bad times to buy a car. In case you’re in the market, check out these tips.Around the holidaysFor some reason, car lots go crazy during the holidays. That have amazing specials and really get you excited to buy a car. Most car lots will start slashing prices. If you’re close to the holidays and in need of a vehicle, then it is the perfect time to … [Read more...]
Capturing Memories at a Discount
This post is sponsored by Groupon Coupon, however, all opinions are my own.We live in a digital world capturing all our memories on digital devices. Raise your hand if you have thousands of pictures on multiple devices that you hardly ever look at (this describes me completely). In our home we are really good at taking a ton of photos on our phones and digital camera, we are great at sharing them on social media for family and friends, but we aren't so good at printing these pictures or even … [Read more...]
Run, Jump and Play Hard with Road Runner Sports
I received product and compensation for this review. All opinions are completely my own, yours may differ.Kids tend to play hard. My boys get so involved in their games they don't notice how rough they are being on their clothes and shoes. In the past I have tried to get my children the cheapest option when it came to shoes. However, after having my 7 year old go through three pairs of shoes in a school year I decided it was time to go for a quality shoe that would last and stand up to his … [Read more...]
Grocery Shopping Made Easy with Online Grocery by Walmart
This post contains sponsored content. All opinions and experiences are my won, yours may differ.With Winter swiftly blowing into town and temperatures dropping, staying indoors is my goal. I've got Christmas music playing, seasonal scents cooking in my crockpot and I just want to stay warm and indoors with my kids. Recently, I learned about from Walmart in which you shop for all your grocery needs on a , purchase the groceries, set a time to pick it up and then park in a designated parking … [Read more...]
Back to School Savings Guarantee
Thanks to Coupons.com for sponsoring this information. All opinions are my own.I know it may not always be pleasant to think of back to school duties in the middle of summer, so let's put a positive spin on it ok? It's time to save money and potentially earn an awesome reward from saving money and helping others save money on back to school items! Better, right?has an awesome rewards program called With this "Savings Guarantee" you can earn $25 if you find a coupon code that … [Read more...]
Potty Training Celebration Ideas
Potty training can be the things of nightmares. My first two children were very hard to potty train. Our seasons in the bathroom usually involved crying and screaming- by both of us. Luckily, child number 3 has been an angel to potty train. He has been easy to motivate and bribe and will happily complete the task at hand for a little Potty Training Celebration when he's done. If bribes, or fun motivation works for your kids, here are some Potty Training Celebration Ideas.Let you child pick … [Read more...]
Stock Up for Emergency Preparedness
Thank you to SheSpeaks/Walmart for sponsoring this post. All opinions are my own.We are all about being prepared, including preparing for emergencies at our house. Our emergency preparedness supplies cover anything from big disasters to small things we just have to get through. We have been so grateful for our emergency supplies of food, toiletries, first aid supplies, detergent, soap, extra blankets, water and even treats. While we haven't encountered a big disaster, there are times when … [Read more...]
Tips for Buying a New (to You) Car
Whether buying new or used, purchasing a car can be stressful in so many ways. It’s probably most stressful because this is not something you do all of the time, so it’s unknown territory. You don’t have to go in blindfolded when it comes to buying a new vehicle. There are ways you can buy a new to you vehicle and still feel confident in your purchase. Use these tips to buy a new to you car.Know where to shop: Don’t just shop anywhere when it comes to buying a new to you car, know where to … [Read more...]
Fresh Flowers with a Special Card
I don't receive a bouquet of fresh flowers often, so when I do I know that it's a special occasion. While I do love flowers, especially when the bouquets are full of a lot of varieties and colorful flowers, it's the card I look forward to seeing more. The message on the card is what sets the tone for the whole experience. Even though most floral companies will offer a card included in the bouquet, adding your own homemade card can have an extra touch of love along with the gift. Taking the time … [Read more...]
How I Save Time, Stress and Money
Thanks to Healthtex for sponsoring this post. All opinions are my own. Raise your hand if you like shopping. You can't see me but I'm not raising my hand - I'm not a huge fan of shopping, especially when I have kids with me. When I do go shopping (with or without kids) I try to get it done as quickly as possible. For this reason I like to stick with stores that can provide for my family's many needs at once. Walmart is one of the most popular places we shop that helps me save time, stress and … [Read more...]
Essentials When Purchasing a Family Vehicle
Maybe it’s time for your family to purchase a bigger vehicle. Your kids are growing and everyone needs more leg room. When picking out a family vehicle, there are probably several things you should keep in mind. Check out these essentials when purchasing a family vehicle.Keep a Budget in MindYou will need a budget whenever you’re shopping for a family vehicle. Will you buy used or new? What model year would you like to have? All of these play into your budget and determining what type … [Read more...]
How to Negotiate When Buying a New Vehicle
Whenever you’re buying a new vehicle, the car dealership isn’t necessarily on your side. If they post a price, they hope you’ll pay it. Aren’t we all like that when we try to sell something? You want the most money for what you are trying to sell. Check out these tips for negotiating when buying a new vehicle.Be NicePaying less for a new vehicle comes easier if you’re nice. Demanding they drop the price of the vehicle is not going to work in your favor. What’s that saying? “You catch … [Read more...]
7 Things To Know When Buying A Used Car
Here are 7 things to know when buying a used car that will protect you from potential added expense, as well as future issues. Buying used is a great thing to do when you are limited on funds or don't want to finance. Whether you buy from a local car lot or individual, these tips will help you make the best decisions regarding your upcoming vehicle purchase.7 Things To Know When Buying A Used CarMileage really does matter more than age. The year model of a car isn't as important as … [Read more...]
Black Friday Silhouette SALE
Silhouette's Black Friday Sale! I LOVE crafting and Silhouette is one of my favorite tools. If you've been following Making of a Mom for a while then you would be familiar with some of our Silhouette tutorials, including our Christmas "Jingle all the Way" glass block.I'm teaming up with Silhouette this holiday season to bring you their amazing Black Friday deals, such as: - Free Shipping on order over $50.00 -40% off almost everything in the Silhouette America store -20% off … [Read more...]
