Is it possible? We may be finally done with winter weather! I’m celebrating by spring cleaning now so I can spend the spring outside. You can join me with the 5/day clutter challenge.
Did you remember to spring forward for Daylight Saving Time? I really hope we do away with it soon. It totally messes up my sleep every year.
Centsible Reads
Homemade Crackers
Have you ever made homemade crackers? MomPrepares shares some great recipes that I have to try. Find the recipes here.
Do stock photos really represent corporate life?
This is a hilarious post about stock photos from AllThingsFadra. See if you can spot what’s different about some of the photos. Read it here.
St. Patrick’s Rainbow Ribbon Shakers
These fun rainbow ribbon shakers are super easy to make and a great St. Patrick’s Day craft to do with little ones. Read the how to at A Parenting Production.
Amazon Family
Amazon is under pressure from parents in the blogging community to rename their Amazon Mom program to Amazon Family. I think it’s a great idea, and I hope that Amazon bows to the pressure. Read about it at BabyCenter.
Me Time
Molly shares how she enjoys me time and some reasons why you should, too. Having me time is such an important thing to do for yourself so you can be better at everything you do. Read about me time on Go Mom.
Centsible Picks
images courtesy of Netflix, Amazon, and WNYC
1. The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt on Netflix (free, or signup for free trial)
The show, which stars Ellie Kemper, is produced by Tina Fey. It is a must watch. The premise is that Kimmy was in an underground bunker for 15 years thinking the world had ended. The show is about her re-entry into the world. It features so many great actors and the comedy is just gold.
If you don’t have Netflix you can sign up for a Netflix free trial to watch.
2. Fringe Hours by Jessica Turner ($10)
A number of my friends have shared this book so I knew I needed to read it. I mean a book about making better use of my time? Sign me up. Jessica is the blogger behind the site The Mom Creative in addition to her full-time job and being a mom. Sounds exhausting, right? But Jessica seems to have it all under control with some smart strategies she’s sharing in her book. I just got started, but I can tell this will be one that will be hugely helpful.
Get the Fringe Hours on Amazon or at your local bookseller.
3. Death, Sex, & Money Podcast (free-donations accepted)
The title alone makes you to listen, doesn’t it? Anna Sale takes taboo topics and discusses them with fascinating guests. The podcast has a number of previous episodes so if you haven’t listened yet, you can binge listen to old episodes, too.
Read more on the website and find it in the iTunes store.
Centsible Deals
There are lots of great sales available this week if you’re shopping.
Disney Sale
Disney sales are a great way to pick up birthday gifts or if you’re planning a trip to Disney it’s a great way to pick up souvenirs on the cheap.
- Online Exclusive! Take up to 25% off your purchase at Disney Store! CODE: BLOOM.
- New Markdowns! Up to 50% off Toys, Clothes and More at Disney Store!
Julep Maven
If you love nail polish you should consider subscribing to Julep’s Maven. The St. Patrick’s Day Welcome Box is FREE for new subscribers and it includes three “pinch proof” nail colors, a fan favorite beauty product and even a fun sheet of nail decals bringing the value of the box to $58 - just pay $2.99 shipping.
Become a Maven by March 9th to get this welcome box before St. Patrick’s Day!
Join Maven and get the St. Patrick’s Day Welcome Box FREE ($58 value) - just pay $2.99 shipping with code PINCHME.
As a Maven member you can get great deals in the secret store:
- Pot of Gold Nail Art Kit - $58 value on sale in the Secret Store for $19.99
- Twinkling Jewels Nail Art Kit - $56 value on sale in the Secret Store for $19.99
- The Wizard of Oz Collection - $52 value on sale in the Secret Store for $19.99
Carter’s Shoe Sale
Great deals on select Carter’s shoes and the perfect time to get a jump on spring and summer needs for your kids.
Up To 60% Off Carters Girls’ Shoes
Up To 60% Off Carters Boys’ Shoes
BOYS
 $14.99 |
$19.99 |
 $12.99 |
GIRLS
 $16.99 |
 $19.99 |
 $16.99 |
Academy of Natural Sciences Offers Pay-What-You-Wish Admission
On March 23 visitors can decide what admission they would like to pay. Regular admission is $15.95 for adults; $13.95 for children 3 through 12, seniors, college students, and military personnel; and free for members and children under 3. There is a $3 fee for the special exhibit Titanoboa: Monster Snake.
What great finds do you have this week?
Kelly
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