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Smarty Had A Party and You’re Invited To Win!

It doesn’t matter if you’re having a big holiday gathering or just a small fun-filled afternoon with a few of your friends, if your partyware is from Smarty Had A Party, it’s sure to be a blast!

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Last weekend one of my girlfriends hosted a Silpada Jewelry party so I offered to bring my Smarty Had a Party Hors d’oeuvre Party Set.  This Elegant Cocktail/Hors d’oeuvre Party Set included Black Plastic Plates, Mini forks, Frosted Stem Wine Glasses, Mini Crock Pots and a package of Dual Peacock Blue Napkins.

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I loved the mini Crock Pots which were just too adorable, and we used them for the veggies but wouldn’t they be cool for holding a bean dip?  All the items in the set, especially the Black Plates are very sturdy and can be hand washed to be used again. 

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As you can see from the pictures, the frosted, Stem Wine Glasses were our favorites, especially when filled with cold Apple Cider…and then later with some chilled wine!

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My sponsor over at Smarty Had a Party would like to send to one of my lucky readers their own Elegant Cocktail/Hors d’oeuvre Party set, which will include the following items:

Mini Cooking Pot
Blue Dual-Sided Paper Cocktail Napkins
Reflections Mini Forks
Renaissance Black Salad Plates
Onde Wine Glasses

Leave a comment below then enter the Rafflecopter contest for your chance to win.  *Contest ends at midnight on November 21st and winner’s name, address, email address and telephone number will be sent directly to Smarty Had a Party on November 25th.

Let Smarty Had a Party be your PPP (Personal Party Provider), and take a look at some of the other great items at  http://www.smartyhadaparty.com I am sure you will find something special for your own get togethers and events.

Smarty Had A Party is the nation’s top-rated online party store for entertaining, from back yard pool parties to weddings, bridal showers, holiday dinners and special occasions. Smarty offers the widest selection of budget-friendly, elegant disposable dinnerware, eco-friendly party supplies and table linen on the web, enabling party and event planners to save the expense and hassle of rentals

*The contest is limited to participants in the 48 contiguous US States only

 Stay Blessed ~ No Stress in 2014!

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.
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Holiday Shopping with Target Cartwheel Saves You More Money

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Hello friends and welcome to Money Monday.

If you are off from work today due to the Columbus Day holiday, you’ll probably be hitting the stores in search of some great bargains.  In case one of those stores is Target make sure to load up your Cartwheel before loading up your cart.

If you don’t know about Cartwheel, you can read more about it here, then download the free mobile app because it will help you to save even more money on your in-store purchases at Target.

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Cartwheel is an app on your Smartphone where you can select offers after signing into your Facebook account then going to the Cartwheel website via their Facebook page. (select “visit website”) or just sign in with your own Facebook account directly on the Cartwheel website.

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Tap to add the discounts that you’ll be using, then show your phone with the SCANShow barcode to the cashier at checkout.  The great thing about using Cartwheel is that there are discounts in each department from clothing to groceries and there’s no need to cut coupons or wait days to get a gift card refund.  You can use Cartwheel and stack it with other coupons, sales as well as your debit or credit REDcard for even more savings.    Try it – you’ll Like it!

 HAPPY SHOPPING! 

 Stay Blessed ~ No Stress in 2014!

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Weekend Wind-Down Party #34 | Holiday Hurrah

Hello friends and Happy Fri-Yay!

Welcome to the Weekend Wind-Down Link Party #34

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Before we begin, I want to once again thank Karen @MrsLookingGood for selecting me to be part of her Up Close and Personal  feature.  It was truly a humbling experience and if you would like to read my interview, please click on the picture below.

Up Close and Personal with DeDivahDeals Before you leave or head out to celebrate the last big hurrah of the summer, LABOR labor day DAY (yay), please take a little time to link up at the #WWDParty, then visit a few other blogs.

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Poke Cake | Labor Day Dessert


Hello friends,

 

are you gearing up for this long Labor Day Weekend?  What are your plans, will you be heading to the parks, a pool party, or just chillaxin at home?  I will be doing a little grilling using the Yoshi Grill Mats, cleaning out a few closets and watching movies.

This holiday is going to be bittersweet because it’s the first one without Malik and also because it’s the last official one of the summer. I keep telling myself, “this too shall pass!”

A few weeks ago, I decided to make a Poke Cake after seeing a recipe for one online.

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Hubby was a little skeptical because he had never heard of pouring jello over a cake, thinking it would be too soggy so in his mind he didn’t like it even before tasting it. Poke Cake Recipe

Using Duncan Hines cake mix and following the box directions I allowed the cake to cool before poking in the holes.

Poke Cake Recipe

While the cake cooled, I made the gelatin, using Jolly Rancher Blue Raspberry for a holiday “red white and blue” theme.

Using a wooden skewer I poked random holes into the cake, stopping half way through then poured the liquid gelatin across the top.

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The pan was then placed in the refrigerator for approximately three hours to set.  After removing the cake from the pan it was frosted and topped with canned strawberries.

Poke Cake Recipe I loved it, hubby, again not so much but of course my mini men ate several slices.  

 

Have you ever made a Poke Cake?  If so, what jello and toppings did you use?  
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Stay Blessed ~ No Stress in 2014!

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Middletown Old Tyme Peach Festival Marks the End of Summer

Hello friends,

I hope you all are enjoying this beautiful end of the summer Saturday.  I know summer doesn’t officially end until September 22nd, but for some strange reason, the Middletown Old Tyme Peach Festival seems to mark the end of it for me.

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The Peach Festival was actually held last weekend and Malik and I were only able to spend about an hour there.  Most of the morning we were in Walmart shopping for dorm supplies so unfortunately by the time we arrived there were no peaches left!  

You have to get there early to even get a slice of peach pie from the M.O.T. Jean Birch Center.  The crowds were large and the weather was warm but not an oppressive heat as it had been in previous years.

 

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Peach Festival - Candy Connections A few places like The Java House and Off the Kuff were no longer in business, instead they were replaced by Jewelpalooza and Candy Connections both great shops especially for this kid-friendly town.  

 

Thankfully, Saving Grace Christian Bookstore was still open so we popped in there for a short visit.  There are so many great gift ideas so make sure to pick up something for the holidays.

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Now that the fireworks from the 4th of July and the parade of the Peach festival are over, there is one last major summer event in Middletown, the M.O.T. Big Ball Marathon.  

This fun, and family friendly fundraiser is held during the Labor Day weekend and then that will definitely mark the end of the Summer 2014!

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 Does your town have an “end of the summer festival”?

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Weekend Wind-Down Party | Holiday Edition

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Happy 4th of July my friends and welcome to the holiday version of the Weekend Wind-DownParty!

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I hope you are enjoying the day with family or friends and have an opportunity to relax, rejuvenate and reflect on all of your blessings.

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I am looking forward to reading more holiday posts between episodes of The Twilight Zone marathon!  I hope you will take the time to visit at least 3 other sites and follow your hosts on at least one social media network.  

Enjoy the Holiday and Be Safe – See Ya Soon!!!

 

 

 

 

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Weekend Wind-Down Party #15 | Bloggers Networking

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Can you believe that it’s already the first Friday in May? Memorial Day is right around the corner so I know this week’s party is going to feature a lot of fabulous recipes, fashions and DIY’s to kick off the summer season.  I’ll be on the lookout for ideas to use at my son’s High School Graduation Party on the 24th!

Oh and speaking of crafts, my Placemats to Purses DIY article was published on the Parade Magazine website, check it out (here) and please leave a comment – I would truly appreciate it!

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Ground Turkey and Bean Burritos | Friday Foodie Feature

Hello Friends and Happy Fri-Yay!

Tonight my son and his date will be attending the Appoquinimink Senior High School Prom and he will be staying out much later than he ever has. You know that I won’t get much sleep until he walks back in the door, I’ll be praying that they all have a safe and wonderful time!  

Monday is Cinco de Mayo, which isn’t a major holiday in Mexico; but here in America, it’s an excuse to over indulge in Mexican food and to drink lots of beer.  So in honor of this holiday, today’s Friday’s Foodie Feature is an easy recipe for Ground Turkey and Bean Burritos.

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Ground Turkey and Bean Burritos

Ingredients for Ground Turkey and Bean Burrito

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb Jennie-O Ground Turkey

  • 1 – package Burrito Seasoning Mix

  • 1 – can of Black or Pinto Beans – drained and rinsed

  • 4 – tortillas

  • 1 – can diced tomatoes or jar of Salsa

  • 1 1/4 cup of water

  • Shredded Cheese

  • 1 – 8 oz container of Sour Cream

  • Cilantro and Hot Sauce (optional)

 

Brown Ground Turkey on medium heat until thoroughly cooked and is no longer pink.  Pour in Burrito seasoning mix, add water, stir then simmer uncovered for 6-8 minutes.

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In a small bowl add drained and rinsed beans and sour cream, mix together and place in microwave for 3 minutes.

Mix sour cream and beans in a bowl and microwave

Lay out a tortilla onto a plate, spread beans onto tortilla and add about a 1/2 cup of turkey mixture in center then fold tortilla into a burrito.

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Sprinkle some cheddar cheese on top then put into the microwave for 2 minutes to melt it.

Top with cheese and microwave for 2 mins

Top with a spoonful of salsa or diced tomatoes and sprinkle on a little hot sauce if you wish.

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Pop open a cold one and enjoy!

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What is your favorite Mexican dish?  

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Weekend Wind-Down Party | Bloggers Networking

Hello Friends and Happy Fri-Yay!

I trust you all had a wonderful week and are now gearing up for a fun filled or relaxing weekend. It was definitely a busy week for me and the fam, Malik was on Spring break so he was able to shovel 2 yards of mulch into the backyard, needless to say, he wasn’t happy but it needed to be done. Saturday, I cleaned out the garage and replaced part of the gate around the pool injuring my arm in the process – hubby couldn’t help which made the job a bit more difficult but at least it’s done! Homeowners always remember, “you never own a house, the house owns you!”

Resurrection Sunday after Sunrise Service I came home and took a nap. Later in the day I did a little yard work only to get my first dose of poison oak clearing out the garden, don’t ask me how because it always seems to find me.  I read a blog post that stated banana peels are good to stop the itch so I tried it, it worked but only temporary, so if you have a better remedy please share.

If you follow me on Instagram you know that Easter dinner was wonderful, Turkey Ham with pineapples, collard greens, sweet potatoes and a No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake for dessert – yum!

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Welcome back to the Weekend Wind-Down Party, I don’t know about you but I am having a great time – so many great posts – thank you!

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Have fun and have a wonderful weekend!