When I went to visit LifeLock headquarters in Arizona last summer, one of the things that I learned is that members of the military have to use their social security number for everything.  That's their form of identification.  So, it's no wonder why members of the military are the most vulnerable to identity theft. Sad, right? The people who … [Read more...]

This post brought to you by Walgreens. All opinions are 100% mine. During the past year, Walgreens and Express Script have been unsuccessful in coming to terms on a contract that both parties can agree upon.  As a result, Walgreens is no longer a part of the Express Scripts pharmacy provider network and long time customers of Walgreens are … [Read more...]

Well, winter is here and my body is definitely feeling its presence. In Texas, we don’t get the frigid, cold weather that most of the northern states get, but regardless, it’s to cold for me. When I think about emergency preparedness, my mind immediately goes to hurricane season, because that’s when the gulf coast of Texas experiences it’s … [Read more...]

I didn't realize until recently just how many people suffer from depression.  I've had a couple bouts of depression after two of my babies were born, but nothing that lasted longer than a few months and nothing that I wasn't able to handle and manage effectively. But, these people, some of them my friends, are suffering and there is nothing I can … [Read more...]

It's that time of year again where we look back on the year and take in to account all the things we done or haven't done and begin thinking how we are going to make next year better. Yep, it's that time -- time for New Year's Resolutions! I'm not really one to make resolutions for myself because I feel like it's setting myself up for failure … [Read more...]

With five shopping days left before Christmas, if you haven't already registered your MasterCard credit cards in the "Here's to Mom" Promotion, now is the time to do it. When you spend $200 on a registered MasterCard credit card while doing your online shopping before December 31, 2011, you'll receive your $20 MasterCard gift card. Exciting, … [Read more...]

Over the last two and a half years this blog has grown into more than I could have ever imagined. I simply started this blog on a whim one day and when I see where I am today, I feel incredibly blessed to have the support from my family and my readers. Because of this I wanted to have a place where everyone could engage in conversation in a more … [Read more...]

It's that time of year again when everyone is looking to find the perfect gifts for their loved ones. I'll be the first to admit that going over budget isn't hard to do. With so many people to buy for and the prices of products continually rising, it's important to make sure you're getting the best deal you can. If you have young children then you … [Read more...]

Here is a new Pampers Gifts to Grow Code that you can add to your account. Head on over to Pampers Gifts to Grow and enter this code for 10 points added to your account. 10 point code: FAC1124PPXD36XF Please check out my other Pampers posts and if you know of any other active codes, please leave them in the comments below. … [Read more...]

Okay, let's face it.  The women of the family probably do most of the shopping.  This holiday shopping season, MasterCard wants you to relax and take some time for yourself! I'm not sure about you, but I don't mind skipping the overcrowded malls and stores to get my shopping done online.  I'm already a really big fan of online shopping in the … [Read more...]