The Savvy Savin' Mama

Wordless Wednesday: Weight loss...whoop!

noreply@blogger.com (The Savvy Savin' Mama) — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 05:33:13 PST

Look at me! : ) 124lbs! Loving myself!! Now I want to get to toning. I'm being lazy at the moment though! Ah!

Random Tuesday Thoughts: Catching up...Christmas until NOW! (Long post!)

noreply@blogger.com (The Savvy Savin' Mama) — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 07:10:07 PST

Christmas Event at Tega Cay Golf Clubhouse Lots of fabulous things happening lately! Where do I begin? Perhaps I will begin with December since I have totally slacked with my blog. It happens. Writers block stinks, and we have been extremely busy with so many events! Nothing beats a sunset on the water! -Oak Island, NC(I still get to experience it here on Lake Wylie, but somehow it's not the

Wordless Wednesday: Meeting Dr. Ron Paul yesterday! (Not so wordless!)

noreply@blogger.com (The Savvy Savin' Mama) — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 06:54:40 PST

Listening to Ron Paul speak! I met someone inspirational in my life last night in Rock Hill, SC which really isn't too far from where I live at all. What an awesome experience it was for me. Dr. Ron Paul! I listened to him speak, and caught him in the parking lot in a Yukon leaving. I parked on the right side of the building. I was lucky! Not many people got to have that experience!

Writer's block sucks!

noreply@blogger.com (The Savvy Savin' Mama) — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 06:30:26 PST

Wow! It's almost been a month since I wrote here! The holidays were absolutely insane! We traveled a lot, had get together with friends, and social group activities to name a few things. New Years was about the same! I actually developed a big case of writer's block as well. It happens to the best of us. I made no New Years Resolution this year other than continuing to be the person that I am

Random Tuesday Thoughts: Kill Em' With Kindness!

noreply@blogger.com (The Savvy Savin' Mama) — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 16:58:05 PST

Not feeling so great, I have bronchitis right now. I've been smiling thinking about something that happened yesterday after my doc appointment. At the pharmacy there was a nice older woman behind the counter who was flustered at the register, and before that there was confusion between doc office/pharmacy. Anyhow, I was patient, and helped her out a little while just talking. When we were done

Menu Planning Monday: 12/12/11-12/18/11

noreply@blogger.com (The Savvy Savin' Mama) — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 06:12:40 PST

Yeah Yeah...a day late again! I've been sick, and so busy!! : ( For those of you new to "Menu Planning Monday" it's a wonderful way to plan in advance meals for the week without having to scramble every night to figure out what to cook. It also is a wonderful way to prepare your shopping list in advance or base meals off of ingredients you already have on hand. You can plan all

Wordless Wednesday: Somewhat Mysterious Lake Wylie pics

noreply@blogger.com (The Savvy Savin' Mama) — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 06:10:16 PST

A bit of darkness, but I see Winter in these pics! I love Lake Wylie!

Random Tuesday Thoughts: I'm Awesome & other random babblings!

noreply@blogger.com (The Savvy Savin' Mama) — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 08:21:20 PST

Better than ever!! Took this photo on the date one year ago that I had my surgery. December 2nd. I feel better than I have in such a long time. I have some challenging things going on right now, but I really am on top of it all! What's the point in getting down about things that you cannot control? There is no point! It won't change anything. I feel so much better than I ever

Free Victoria's Secret Reward Card! First 10,000!

noreply@blogger.com (The Savvy Savin' Mama) — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 06:53:08 PST

Go over to the Victoria's Secret Facebook Page to sign up for a free Reward Card. It's a surprise whether or not you will receive $10, $50, $100 or $50 off a purchase online or in store between December 1-21st!

Printable Coupon: Free item at Bath & Body Works with purchase of $10+

noreply@blogger.com (The Savvy Savin' Mama) — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 06:45:17 PST

Here's a coupon for any item you will get for free at Bath and Body Works when you make a purchase of $10 or more. Free item can be up to $13 in value! You can print this coupon to use in store, or use a code online! I'm on my way to the mall, and came across this one before leaving since I'm doing some Christmas shopping at Bath & Body Works!

One year ago tomorrow...I lost my ability to have children, but in turn I received my life back.

noreply@blogger.com (The Savvy Savin' Mama) — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 06:09:19 PST

Long, but important. Tomorrow marks an important day when I received my life back. I believe sharing this story is so important. A year ago tomorrow is when my life was forever changed in many ways. No more babies for me, but in turn I received my life back. My emotions will be running rampant over the next week or so I'm sure. I still mourn in a way. My lack of quality of life for 3 long

Wordless Wednesday- Not so wordless! Gamecocks vs Clemson. USC victory!

noreply@blogger.com (The Savvy Savin' Mama) — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 07:31:13 PST

Gamecocks Wine! Garnet! : ) For those that don't know, the biggest rivals in South Carolina are the University of South Carolina Gamecocks, and Clemson Tigers. The last game of the year was on Saturday night against Clemson. I've always been a HUGE Gamecocks fan since I was 15. I lived in N. Myrtle Beach for awhile during those years. Fabulous times. Happy to be back in South Carolina to

Random Thoughts Tuesday: Hoping to stick with a mantra...

noreply@blogger.com (The Savvy Savin' Mama) — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 07:15:38 PST

A day late. I meant to post yesterday, but have been busy! Short, but sweet. Explains what mantra I'm going to REALLY try to stick with over the next few weeks! "The pessimist complains about the wind; the optimist expects it to change; the realist adjusts the sails" -William Arthur Ward

Menu Planning Monday: 11/28/11-12/4/11

noreply@blogger.com (The Savvy Savin' Mama) — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 02:00:11 PST

For those of you new to "Menu Planning Monday" it's a wonderful way to plan in advance meals for the week without having to scramble every night to figure out what to cook. It also is a wonderful way to prepare your shopping list in advance or base meals off of ingredients you already have on hand. You can plan all meals of the day if you'd like, but I usually just plan for dinners as

Tiny Prints- Free Personalized Birthday Card (TODAY ONLY 11/21/11)

noreply@blogger.com (The Savvy Savin' Mama) — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 06:54:03 PST

***Code expires TODAY 11/21/11*** Today only, you can create a Free Birthday Card from Tiny Prints (GREAT quality cards!) when you use code "FREEBD" at check out. You can have it shipped for the cost of a postage stamp (.44) or shipped to yourself which will be free shipping. You will have to enter a credit card even if your total is nothing. They will NOT charge your credit card for

Songs that speak to me: "Nobody's Suppose to be here" - Deborah Cox

noreply@blogger.com (The Savvy Savin' Mama) — Sun, 20 Nov 2011 14:11:05 PST

Ok...one more! I'm in a little down mood I guess, but music does uplift me. Especially if it speaks to me! Another "old school" one! 1-How did you get here Nobody's supposed to be here I've tried that love thing for the last time My heart said no, no Nobody's suppose to be here But you came along and changed my mind (my mind, my mind) I've spent all my life On a search to find The love

Songs that speak to me: "Un-Break My Heart" -Toni Braxton

noreply@blogger.com (The Savvy Savin' Mama) — Sun, 20 Nov 2011 13:57:32 PST

I just randomly thought of this song from long ago. Deep down I know why I thought of it, but wow! Toni Braxton has an amazing voice. Thanks Toni Braxton for providing the deep lyrics I needed right now! I love music. It's a huge part of my life every single day. I have songs that remind me of so many moments in my life. Music is such an expression of feelings, and creativity. Don't

Songs that speak to me: Dave Matthews "Say Goodbye"

noreply@blogger.com (The Savvy Savin' Mama) — Sun, 20 Nov 2011 13:58:02 PST

Random Tuesday Thoughts: Writer's Block

noreply@blogger.com (The Savvy Savin' Mama) — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 08:41:31 PST

Honestly, I think I'm experiencing a bit of writer's block right now. I've been so busy around here, and outside of the house lately that I really haven't had time to think! There's always one thing on my mind right now, and I can't focus on things like I probably should be. I'm pretty much seeing that my OCD is beginning to come into play again too. I've been getting back into the swing

Wordless Wednesday- Silly Fun!

noreply@blogger.com (The Savvy Savin' Mama) — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 11:06:30 PST

I'm not sure that I'll ever let go of youth. I'm 27 sure, but I think I'll always be a kid at heart! Nothing wrong with that right? : ) Here are a few pics that my sister took on Sunday when she was here for a visit. Catching some air. More air! Attempt at an Irish Jig... Total fail on the Irish Jig. The End.

CVS: 75% off Halloween Items ($10 OOP / $37 saved)

noreply@blogger.com (The Savvy Savin' Mama) — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 12:01:50 PDT

I stopped by CVS today since we have this nasty crud floating around our house, and saw Halloween items marked down to 75% off while there. I paid $10 for everything above: 1 Halloween cutout kit1 Feather Boa4 Treat Bags (40ct)8 Glow Stick/Glow Eyeglasses2 Scunci Glow in the Dark hair tie packs2 Scunchi Glow in the Dark Headband Packs (Missing a snoopy car from the pic since Munchkin ran off

~ Hexbug Nano Party/Review ~

noreply@blogger.com (The Savvy Savin' Mama) — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 10:46:09 PDT

The wonderful folks at MomSelect selected us to hold a Halloween Hexbug Nano Party! Talk about an awesome party. My kids were so excited to have friends over to play with these awesome sets. All of the kids knew what Hexbugs were as they seem to be a really big hit right now. The entire set as well as the Hexbugs were Glow in the Dark which were super awesome. We couldn't get

Wordless Wednesday: The Lair of Nerd

noreply@blogger.com (The Savvy Savin' Mama) — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 11:31:06 PDT

This is only one side of the office "Lair of Nerd". The other side is crazy too! I spend the most time in the office though! ;)

Pumpkins! ~Happy Halloween!

noreply@blogger.com (The Savvy Savin' Mama) — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 09:14:25 PDT

Happy Halloween Everyone!! Here are our pumpkins this year! We have two more that we might end up either painting or carving today. Wren is home sick today. (Go figure! So many of my friends kids are sick today too! Always Halloween!) I think Wren is suffering from horrible allergies. She is running a fever though. Perhaps sinus infection? Poor girl. Time will tell. Here are our pumpkins:

DEAL OVER 40 FREE 4x6 prints from Walgreens-Free shipping costs (Pickup at Store!)

noreply@blogger.com (The Savvy Savin' Mama) — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 11:32:43 PDT

At Walgreens Photo Center you can order 40 prints (4x6) through tomorrow 11/1! Use code DRUGSTORE40 at checkout, and select to pick up your prints at the store for free shipping. WHAT A SWEET DEAL! You can even wait to upload pics after Trick or Treating tonight for Halloween!