End of the week retail therapy.....you're welcome

Here's a few fun things ready to jump into your shopping cart!

Walmart
While I don't cross their automatic doors often, I am not opposed to a good sale.  Right now Walmart is having an online only clearance.  I must say thank you, Walmart.  Online happens to be my favorite way to shop with you.  There are several things, but I was particularly drawn to the Pioneer Woman Collection that is marked down.  In case you don't want enough to get free shipping there are lots of items that are available to buy on line and pick up in the store and that is my 2nd favorite way to shop Walmart.

This pie plate would be great for next Christmas....yes, I said it....Christmas (and we are going to talk more about it soon in a future post) #tightenupyourjinglebells




Does this remind anyone else of the breakfast table growing up?






And if you have a Sam's card, check out this set.

It also comes in gray, coral and teal.  I really like what they have done to make melamine dishes look so much like real dishes.....and they don't chip.

And Homegoods melamine dish game is off the chart right now.  Unfortunately, they don't have pictures on line but it is worth the trip.  Go ahead and grab a shopping cart on your way in.....you're going to need it.

Pottery Barn is also having Friends and Family 20% off.  I am a huge fan of their sheets but they are pricey so this is a good time to buy them.

And look........ the poor retailers are overstocked with Winter clothes.  Whatever made them think that cool weather would follow summer?  That is so 2016.  But the good news is there are quite a few markdowns and now is the time to stock up.  I feel confident that winter will return and we should be prepared.

Ann Taylor has several items marked down and some with an additional 50% off
Dillards is having a spectacular shoe sale.  If you buy on line, some of the items cannot be returned.  However, if you buy in the store you will have 3 days to return.  Worth the trip to the store.

Lastly, I was so excited to discover this!



Listen, if you have had the pleasure of sitting under Suzanne in one of her Bible Studies, I need not say anything else.  If you have not, you are in for a treat as she is a gifted teacher of the Word of God.  I can't wait to get this home.  I think it will be perfect to dive into as we lead up to Easter.  Let's go, Amazon Prime, don't fail me now.

Have a great weekend !!!

Bless your heart......

February is American Heart Month

Did you know? The first American Heart Month took place in February 1964. At that time, more than half the deaths in the U.S. were caused by cardiovascular disease. —American Heart Association

I know we spend a lot of time and energy taking care of everyone else.  Why not take some time to do something for yourself?  Call and make an appointment for a heart scan.

You can get a heart screening at Huntsville Hospital Heart Center for $99.

Your scan will give you:

•  A Heart Score to detect the amount of calcified plaque in the arteries
• A Detailed assessment of the risk factors for Coronary Heart Disease
• Blood Pressure
• You can call 256-519-8490 to schedule your appointment.
• If  you are out of the area, you are not off the hook.  Check with your local hospital for a similar offering.

Valentine's Day is just around the corner

It's almost Valentines Day.  If you have small kids, are a teacher or in any capacity responsible for helping small kids celebrate the big day you are acutely aware because you have probably been on Pinterest, thinking you should check Pinterest or cursing its very existence for the elaborate ideas in making things for a gaggle of children.  If that is you - best of luck, my dear friend.  Those of us who are past that stage are secretly chest bumping and high fiving each other.  But don't worry you will look back on these days and cherish them.

But how about even those of us who are past the kiddie stage get back into the fun?  This year go ahead and send at least one card.  If you are feeling particular sporty go ahead and send 3 or 5 or 10....whatever you have in you.  Seriously, are there girlfriends who hang with you no matter what, an aunt or uncle who has always been special to you, or someone who could just use a little lift?  Send a little love to someone...... they will LOVE it and I think you might get a kick out of it too.💖💖💖

If you are already in the mode of sending cards and sentiments, maybe there is one person you could add to this year's list and help them feel special.

This year I ordered these bags from Amazon.  I am putting a simple heart sticker that I found at Target on the bag, buying cookies from a local bakery and passing them out to some co-workers.  Honestly, who doesn't love a little surprise sweet treat?  Of course, Target's dollar section is pretty in pink these days with all kinds of fun Valentine stuff.

See you on the card aisle!

Hello Friday!!!!!

I've got to tell you I am a big fan of Fridays. And I think this one is just swell.  Welcome Friday....make yourself at home and sit a spell.

I don't know what your week has been like but I hope it has been a great one.  Mine has been fairly uneventful and at this point in my life - that is the way I like it.  But I am ready for the weekend.

If you need a little retail therapy after a long week, I found a few things on line:

These earrings come in a set of two and they are on sale for $9.98. Yep two pair for $9.98!!!!


There are four different color choices.  But this pink would be cute for Feb 14th and you'd have the gold for good measure.

This cute little peplum top in on sale at Anthropology. $19.95


The size options are pretty good in this color but limited in the other two colors they offer.

Do you have a pair of joggers?  I probably should have saved my jog pants from high school.  Of course, now I would have to sew two pair together to make them fit me but it could have worked.  But alas, I did not think ahead and got rid of them.... so I have invested in new ones.  These are great to put on when you come in for the day.  I feel like they are great Friday night pants.  Especially if you are like me and your plans include a bag of conversation hearts and a good book.

These are from Target



And if you see me in this EXACT outfit, pretend you haven't seen it before.  I like the striped top under this vest and the vest is a great price.


Best of weekends to you.  I am off to google who is in the Super Bowl so I can get started on our Super Bowl snacks and decor.  Honestly, I don't care much about the game, but football food is good!!! And I am the kind of person who can find the good in a situation and embrace it.

I'll be the girl on the couch hugging the queso.😉