Monika's Place For Mommies

tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2846312698073272613Thu, 05 Sep 2024 18:58:21 +0000college savingsBPACouponschildrendining couponsrecycleshopping listsunscreen529 programsBPA FreeCoziSPFUVAUVBair freshenerallowancebaby banquetbody shapingbooksbottled waterbuying in bulkcalendarcandleschild safetyclean airconserving watercook ahead mealscookingcorset trainingcoupon sharingdebit carddry skin cureecofriendly bagsexfoliatingfarmers marketfragrancefree ebookfreezing foodfreezing veggiesgreen fashiongrocery couponshealthy snackhome fragrancehousehold inventoryjunk maillemon EVOOlemon infused oillotionmeal planningmenu planningmini facialmoisturizermomsmoneymothers groupsorganizingorganizing homepantrypantry stockingplants clean airplastic bagsrecalled baby productsrecyclingreducing food wastereusable shopping bagsroom freshenersafe baby productssave money dining outsave treessaving money eating outscentsyshower water wasteskinslow foodspicestight-lacingupromisevaccinationsvegetable gardenwaist cinchingwaist trainingwater bottleswickless candleswire hangersMonika's Place For MommiesThis is a blog I started just to share some of the things I come across. Some are helpful, some are amusing, and some are just FYI. http://4themommies.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (Monika)Blogger49125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2846312698073272613.post-3191222468536269505Mon, 03 Mar 2014 00:07:00 +00002014-03-02T18:07:57.928-06:00dry skin curelotionmoisturizer"Miracle" dry skin treatmentIf you have dry itchy skin you will love this cream.   I made it with the ingredients exactly as I was told.   Per my mother's neighbor's friend's doctor you have to go to Dollar General Store and buy the 2 pack vitamin E cream, one large petroleum jelly, one large baby lotion.   Mix well with a hand mixer.  I bought large mouth jars from Hobby Lobby to store the cream.  http://4themommies.blogspot.com/2014/03/miracle-dry-skin-treatment.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Monika)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2846312698073272613.post-4923562346867207800Tue, 11 Feb 2014 16:55:00 +00002014-02-11T10:55:10.092-06:00body shapingcorset trainingtight-lacingwaist cinchingwaist trainingCorset TrainingI just started hearing about this new rage "Waist Training" also called  "Corset Training", "Waist Cinching"' or "Tight-lacing".  It is said that many celebrities like Beyonce and Jessica Alba have been in on this secret to get those hourglass curves and pre baby shape.   Basically you wear a corset daily starting with two hours at a time then increasing to up to 24 hours.  http://4themommies.blogspot.com/2014/02/corset-training.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Monika)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2846312698073272613.post-7452225516050820505Mon, 03 Feb 2014 23:46:00 +00002014-02-03T17:46:29.943-06:00lemon EVOOlemon infused oilLemon Infused EVOOI love lemon infused olive oil but it is difficult to find and expensive when I do find it.  So, I am making my own!    It's super easy.    You need a clean dry jar.  6 lemons washed and dried.  It is very important not to get any moisture in the mix or bacteria will grow.   Peel the lemons, making sure not to leave any of the fruit on the peel, put the http://4themommies.blogspot.com/2014/02/lemon-infused-evoo.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Monika)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2846312698073272613.post-3305829861031622629Mon, 24 Jan 2011 18:54:00 +00002011-01-24T12:54:31.429-06:00Love this spot cleanerI just wanted to share this spot and stain cleaner with everyone.  It works wonders and is very inexpensive. Like the name, its INCREDIBLE.  With my messy artist, Anna, in the house we use this plenty. I I Wow have I been gone a really long time.  My quality of life was slowly slipping away.  I was hurting all over and feeling weak and fatigued.  Even though I was going to the gym to work out twice a week I just never felt http://4themommies.blogspot.com/2011/01/wow-have-i-been-gone-really-long-time.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Monika)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2846312698073272613.post-8050690096440643711Tue, 29 Jun 2010 16:32:00 +00002014-02-03T17:47:36.679-06:00air freshenercandlesfragrancehome fragranceroom freshenerscentsywickless candlesHome Sweet Smelling HomeI walked into a friends home and the first thing my daughter and I noticed was how great it smelled. I began my Scentsy journey because I wanted a house that smelled wonderful when I walked in. I bought those plug in air fresheners but they worried me because they get so hot and I was afraid to leave them plugged in. I did not want lit candles in the house with children and what if I forgot to http://4themommies.blogspot.com/2010/06/home-sweet-smelling-home.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Monika)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2846312698073272613.post-1050274288030603513Thu, 28 Jan 2010 06:07:00 +00002010-01-28T00:07:25.584-06:00How I spent my daySometimes I feel like I spend most of my time in the kitchen.  My daughter even wrote a paper for school about me and the subject was how much time I spend in the kitchen.  Go figure. Last night I did not get to sleep until around 1:30am.  Ugg!  This morning started at 6am getting everyone ready and fed and off to school.  These are the piggies I made. Oh and that is thehttp://4themommies.blogspot.com/2010/01/how-i-spent-my-day.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Monika)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2846312698073272613.post-67509972352737536Tue, 26 Jan 2010 22:09:00 +00002010-01-26T16:09:01.726-06:00recalled baby productsScary Recalls - Must SeeIf you are a parent check out this link  SCARY RECALLS C http://4themommies.blogspot.com/2010/01/scary-recalls-must-see.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Monika)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2846312698073272613.post-9016416517933623070Fri, 15 Jan 2010 20:10:00 +00002010-01-15T14:10:54.354-06:00pantrypantry stockingspicesBasic Pantry and Spice Rack ItemsSpices and herbs do not last forever.  No telling how many years I have had some of mine...ewwww.  I have decided to start replacing them slowly because it can get expensive.  As I purchase new items I am writing the month and year on the container with a sharpie.   I am also adding a few new Asian inspired items. II have been gone for so long and have finally found some time to try to get back to blogging.Check out these tips for getting your clutter back under control100+ Organizing Tips and Ideasor try Oprah's tips :Conquer Your Clutter Room By Roomhttp://4themommies.blogspot.com/2009/12/clean-organize-and-sell.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Monika)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2846312698073272613.post-2709413631243901437Sat, 23 May 2009 21:11:00 +00002009-05-23T17:04:58.813-05:00SPFsunscreenUVAUVBSunscreen SPF 100+ what???If you have shopped for sunscreen lately you probably saw everything from SPF 15 to SPF 100. American SPF numbers are double the SPF numbers on European products. An American SPF 20 sunscreen is the same as SPF 10 in Europe. It is really http://4themommies.blogspot.com/2009/05/sunscreen-spf-100-what.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Monika)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2846312698073272613.post-7607738806867201787Mon, 04 May 2009 20:45:00 +00002009-05-04T15:56:57.236-05:00exfoliatingmini facialskinPamper your skin with stolen timeTime is something we never seem to have enough of. How much time do you spend on yourself?My "beauty" routine definitely suffers and I really need it. I try to find little ways to cheat time.Something I do is use an exfoliating facial scrub in the shower. It is always in there so I actuallyuse it. I really love Garnier Nutri-Pure® DAILY EXFOLIATING GEL CLEANSER. It is inexpensive, http://4themommies.blogspot.com/2009/05/pamper-your-skin-with-stolen-time.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Monika)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2846312698073272613.post-5249178278391916362Thu, 30 Apr 2009 21:37:00 +00002009-04-30T16:49:38.437-05:00healthy snackNeed a healthy snackNeed a healthy snack? All of my children love steamed soy beans, aka edamame. Even my two year old and super picky 11 year old. I found these dry roasted soy beans at COSTCO. They are loaded with protein, inexpensive (a big plus), crunchy, nutty, and did I mention yummy? Best of all my kid eat them.....it may take a few tries but then they become addicting.I just found this great site Mommy Snacks it lists weekly sales (best deals) from local stores, coupons and where to find them. Lists of freebies and samples and how to get them.Andrea Deckard, the Founder and Author of Mommy Snacks does allhttp://4themommies.blogspot.com/2009/04/take-shopping-out-of-shopping.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Monika)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2846312698073272613.post-3834329881233703720Tue, 31 Mar 2009 17:08:00 +00002009-03-31T12:18:02.724-05:00Food: when to throw it outDo you ever open the refrigerator or pantry and wonder if things are still good? I found a really cool site that has advice on shelf life and optimal storage practices.Still Tasty is easy and offers a simple search or you can browse by http://4themommies.blogspot.com/2009/03/food-when-to-throw-it-out.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Monika)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2846312698073272613.post-5307439183274337486Mon, 23 Mar 2009 15:33:00 +00002009-03-23T11:52:54.316-05:00Reducing dust - from Reader's Digest.com8 Smart Strategies to Make Your Home Dust-ProofStrategies that vastly reduce the never-ending dusting chore.By Gary Wentz Reader's Digest 1. Keep closet floors clear for easy cleaning.Closets are dust reservoirs, full of http://4themommies.blogspot.com/2009/03/reducing-dust-from-readers-digestcom.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Monika)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2846312698073272613.post-2396132070689232401Thu, 05 Mar 2009 20:28:00 +00002009-03-05T14:29:20.063-06:00Cooper is a Boy ScoutMake a Smilebox slideshowhttp://4themommies.blogspot.com/2009/03/cooper-is-boy-scout.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Monika)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2846312698073272613.post-1247502370172730500Sat, 28 Feb 2009 03:45:00 +00002009-03-05T14:28:14.284-06:00clean airplants clean airPlants to clean the air in your home or officeNot only do plants use CO2 and produce oxygen, they also filter toxins from the air.(Did anyone discover plants that also filter dust.........aaaahgggggghhhhh!?)NASA did a study to find out which plants would best filter the air on the space http://4themommies.blogspot.com/2009/02/plants-to-clean-air-in-your-home-or.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Monika)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2846312698073272613.post-3061131109323091239Mon, 23 Feb 2009 16:56:00 +00002009-02-23T10:56:42.173-06:00My "little girl" rocks the courtI'M BACK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Make a Smilebox scrapbookhttp://4themommies.blogspot.com/2009/02/my-little-girl-rocks-court.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Monika)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2846312698073272613.post-3957660499985817195Mon, 10 Nov 2008 23:53:00 +00002009-03-05T12:55:52.719-06:00freezing veggiesreducing food wastePuttin' UpIn my life I do alot of "Puttin' Up". This time I am "Puttin Up" in the old fashion sense of the phrase... storing food, canning, freezing and such. Since I like to cook I often need fresh red, yellow, and green peppers but only a small amount of each. I got tired of having to throw out the unused portions so now I buy a bunch, chop them up with onion, put them into these mini muffin pans. http://4themommies.blogspot.com/2008/11/puttin-up.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Monika)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2846312698073272613.post-3703413573285355222Fri, 07 Nov 2008 15:10:00 +00002009-03-05T12:55:21.520-06:00free ebookJumble Pie - Free Ebook Jumble Pie is a cute novel, not mention free ebook down load, written by Melanie Lynne Hauser.I can't wait to read it....and by being an E-book it is a green choice. Click on the pie to read this full length novel about two http://4themommies.blogspot.com/2008/11/jumble-pie-free-ebook.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Monika)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2846312698073272613.post-7345493458834288530Mon, 27 Oct 2008 11:30:00 +00002008-10-27T06:30:01.198-05:00saving money eating outSave Money Eating Out This Week 80% Off Spook-tacular Savings only at Restaurant.com! Starting 10/27/008 through 10/31/08, they will be offering all gift certificates at 80% off. You can purchase a $25 Gift Certificate for only $2!!! Use thehttp://4themommies.blogspot.com/2008/10/save-money-eating-out-this-week.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Monika)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2846312698073272613.post-7409270483991606019Mon, 27 Oct 2008 04:10:00 +00002009-03-05T12:54:37.384-06:00child safetyADT Child Safety Kithttps://www.adt.com/wps/portal/adt/about_adt/adt_in_our_communities/childsafetyAs the world leader in security, ADT takes safety very seriously and, to us, it is more than installing security systems. ADT is so committed to safety, we created http://4themommies.blogspot.com/2008/10/adt-child-safety-kit.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Monika)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2846312698073272613.post-354841017829716596Sun, 26 Oct 2008 03:18:00 +00002008-10-25T22:25:08.615-05:00vaccinationsVaccinate with cautionIf you have young children or are expecting, please read my blog on vaccines at Green Planet NewsVaccinations carry many risks as well as benefits .http://4themommies.blogspot.com/2008/10/vaccinate-with-caution.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Monika)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2846312698073272613.post-3431775740568186901Tue, 14 Oct 2008 19:40:00 +00002009-03-05T12:54:13.164-06:00conserving watershower water wasteTurn off that shower!(borrowing this post from Moni's Random Raves)Turn off that shower! I seem to be saying this like one buzzillion times a week. My kids take the longest showers. Hello, the cast for High School Musical has already been picked and the movie http://4themommies.blogspot.com/2008/10/turn-off-that-shower_14.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Monika)0