Getting back into the groove...

My three kiddos laughing together. JJ, Liam and Ashley.

~By Samantha~

Hi. It's Sam...remember me? The one with 3 small children that seem to consume all of my time? It's true, right now it is all about kids, carpool, and my sweet baby girl. Our lives are so busy but I wouldn't want it any other way! It seems that time is getting away from me and I haven't been popping in here as frequently as I would like. This summer was a whirlwind! We took our family vacation to California and when we got back it was still go go go!

Well school has started and we are finally getting into a routine. JJ (my 5 year old) started Kindergarten (half day) and just loves it. I love having a child in elementary school, there is just something so great about children starting their education. Liam (my 2 year old) is in Preschool two days a week. He is a busy guy who demands our attention anyway he can get it. Ashley is now 9 months old and is just a doll. She is so sweet and smiley and always wants to do what her big brothers are doing.

As for me I feel like I am still learning what it is to be a mother of three, I know I have been one for 9 months now, but sometimes three children can feel like ten :) I am getting braver and braver about taking three small kids, 5 years old and under out by myself. I am remembering to enjoy these times with them because someday they will be all grown up. I find myself in auto pilot and that is no way to enjoy the little things in life.

I am so excited that the weather is changing, fall is my favorite time of year. I love the leaves changing, the chill in the air, pine cones on the ground, apple cider, Halloween, Thanksgiving and more!! I like to think that I am most motivated in these Fall months. I can't wait to share what we have been doing and what we will be doing to celebrate the change of the season. My boys are already talking about Halloween costumes, JJ's 6th birthday and what they want for Christmas!!

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Halloween is just around the corner! What are you dressing up as? What will you kids be? We are thinking of maybe a theme and we can all dress up. I am excited for Halloween this year since my son is old enough now to get into the fun of it. So fun! He has been practicing spooking me too. He will jump out and yell or growl to scare me, so cute!!

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Tom and Jerry Tricks & Treats Halloween DVD Movie Review

I watched Tom and Jerry cartoons when I was a kid. They would be on after school. They have been on for so many generations of kids to enjoy them. Its funny how no one talks but laughter happens. Funny enough my son has inherited my husbands sense of humor, physical humor. Tom and Jerry cracks him up. He calls is Cat and Mouse since he can't remember their names yet. He loved that this was the Pumpkin Movie. All things Halloween to him are pumpkin.

This was a fun one to watch as we are getting ready for Halloween. Tom and Jerry Tricks or Treats seems to have more tricks for Tom than treats! That Cat is always getting into some sort of trouble. This is a cute Halloween DVD for Tom and Jerry fans.


 


Tom and Jerry are in for spooks galore in this monster collection. With 20 eerie episodes plus two bonus episodes, your goodie-bag will be overflowing with fun! Tricks and treats are at every turn, from ancient Egypt to Transylvania, from creepy houses to haunted forests, the hair-raising hilarity is non-stop! Our favorite cat and mouse mingle with ghosts, mummies, werewolves and witches in these terrific tales. Of course Tom and Jerry have a bounty of tricks up their own sleeves as well! Fear not, the chase is on! It's a scare-iffic good time for the whole family!

Episodes:

1. More Powers to You
2. Over the River and Boo! The Woods
3. Fire Breathing Tom Cat
4. Touché, Pussy Cat!
5. The Flying Sorceress
6. Tiger Cat
7. Robin Hoodwinked
8. Jerry’s Cousin
9. Invasion of the Body Slammers
10. Haunted Mouse
11. Trap Happy
12. Spook House Mouse
13. Bats What I Like About the South
14. Fraidy Cat Scat
15. Which Witch
16. Monster Con
17. Tomb It May Concern
18. Power Tom
19. The Itch
20. Hi, Robot

Bonus Cartoons:

1. Ho Ho Horrors
2. Doggone Hill Hog

You can buy Tom and Jerry Tricks & Treats online at the WBShop or in stores like Walmart.


 

*I was not paid or compensated for this post. The opinions in this post are 100% mine and may vary from other opinions. I was provided for free a copy for my review.

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Frugal Shopping: Sears Clearance Rack

I cannot help that I am a bargain shopper, I see a deal and I have to buy stuff! I will buy something at full price if its something I want or need right then but often times I wait for a sale. For my birthday in July I got a really cute skirt from Sears. I told myself I should go back and see if they were on sale yet before all the summer clothing is gone. Living in Cali we can wear skirts and short sleeves even into November so now is the time to get a great deal.

I went to my local Sears and saw so much Clearance it was awesome! I told myself only $25 for this shopping trip, if I had not I am sure $50 or more would have been spent. I want to go back later in the week too in hopes things are still there that I wanted. I have been shopping for clothing I can wear to work and found cute skirt, shirt and dress pants for $23.66! I had my Sears/Kmart Rewards card so I was earning points and received an additional 15% off my purchase. Yippy!!

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