Aloha Friday

Friday is a day to take it easy in Hawaii where the lovely host of Aloha Friday lives.  So, I will ask a question, one that doesn't require a lengthy response, and ask you to post your answer in comments.  If you'd like to participate, link up at An Island Life.

Since I'm off in the summer, I get to indulge in some of the things I love.  For instance, I've been doing a lot of fun reading lately.  Love to read!

I also love Ben & Jerry's Peanut Butter Cup ice cream, but to my surprise, I've found another that is just as good!  Dreyer's Grand Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup!  Seeing a trend here?  LOL

I've been doing a little crafting... painting some signs and ornaments. I haven't indulged in that creative side of myself in a long time.

Lately, I've been watching a lot of Say Yes to the Dress and Randy to the Rescue.  I just love looking at all the pretty bridal gowns!

I've also been taking a lot of naps this summer.  I don't get near as many naps during the school year because I'm at work all day, and there are too many obligations.

So, my question is...

What is your guilty pleasure?

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SAVE! Visit San Antonio

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of SAVE for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

The last two spring breaks, my family has gone to San Antonio.  What a great city!  Full of history, rich culture, great food, shopping, and amazing attractions!  There is so much to do!

When taking a family of five, as we do, money is always a concern, although San Antonio is one of the most affordable cities in which to vacation.  SAVE – San Antonio Vacation Experience  makes it easy to score deals on hotels, attractions, and more!

My family usually likes to stay in a hotel that offers suites since there are five of us.  SAVE has a great deal on the Comfort Inn and Suites located right on the riverwalk!  And, you can take care of reservations online from any computer.  We will save between $50-$90 per night using the SAVE deal.

One of the many attractions we enjoy in San Antonio is the zoo.  Using our SAVE deal, we get $2 off each ticket to the zoo, a savings of $10.  I plan to spend an entire day at the zoo.

On our second day, we will probably go to the Alamo and walk the downtown area.  I've always wanted to go into Ripley's Believe it or Not and Louis Tussauds Wax Works, and SAVE offers a dollar discount on each ticket.

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Before we head home, we need to do some shopping.  North Star Mall and SAVE offers a free premier passport.  There are hundreds of shops and great restaurants such as The Cheesecake Factory, one of my favorites.

On the way home, we might stop at Natural Bridge Caverns.  I haven't been there since I was a little girl.  We can score $2 off each ticket using SAVE deals.  Another $10 in savings!  And who doesn't need to save?

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San Antonio is one of my favorite vacation destinations, and I can't wait to use these deals on my next trip!

Happy List

Amidst all the chaos and difficulties of the past couple of weeks, I NEED to take time out to count my blessings, no matter how big or small so I'm linking up with Mamarazzi today.

Right now I am happy that today is Tuesday because I thought it was Wednesday.  All day yesterday, I thought it was Tuesday.  I get an extra day back!

I'm happy that I am finally going to have my diagnostic procedure next Monday.  The sugery center was going to charge me $1,030.00 to use their facility.  I said no way! The hospital where my step-son and daughter-in-law both work is only charging me $80.  Yes, $80.  I am happy!

I bought my daughter a new bed, and making her happy makes me happy.  Now I need to get a car or truck for my son and make him happy!  Does making your kids happy make you happy? 

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Aloha Friday

Friday is the day to take it easy in Hawaii, which is where our "Aloha Host" Kailani resides.  Go over to An Island Life and link up if you want to participate.  I'll ask a question, one that doesn't require too much thought, and you can post your answer in the comments if you'd like.  I'd love to hear what you have to say!

Since I have the summers off, I've been getting some reading done (one of my favorite past-times).  I've read books by several of my favorite authors - Taken (Robert Crais), Wicked Business (Janet Evanovich), 11th Hour (James Patterson), Heat Rises (Richard Castle, pseudonym), and I'm currently reading Lost Light (Michael Connelly).  My next book will be Cause of Death (Patricia Cornwell).  Sure wish I got paid to promote their books!  I also enjoy books by John Grisham, Jodi Piccoult, Stephen White, Andrew Gross, and Nicholas Sparks.

So, what books (titles or authors) are on your summer reading list?

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We Want to Know Wednesday

Mamarazzi, is asking the questions this week...with a little help from 2 of our WWTK friends.  Link up with her if you want to play! (WWTK is also hosted by Crazymomma.

{one} What is your go to spice/seasoning when cooking?
Mine is freshly pressed garlic.  Real garlic makes everything taste better!

{two} What room in your house best represents your personality? (brownie points for a pic)
My craft room.  It also serves as our extra bedroom, but it's me.  It has a white comforter, and white curtains with pink flowers and scallopped edges.  The walls are done with things that are important to me such as a puzzle my mom did that has been glued together and framed, pictures of the kids, and handmade ceramic items made by my kids and me.  I also have some special scrapbooking cards on the walls.  And of course, my craft table and scrapbooking supplies.  It is definitely ME!

{three} On a scale of 1-5, 5 being VERY, how organized are you?
I would say 4.  Sometimes you can't tell because things do get messy occasionally, but I blame my family for that!  I function better when things are organized.

And two from YOU!!
Amanda wants to know:
{four}What is the best piece of advice you’ve ever received?
Probably that I shouldn't offer my advice unless I am specifically asked for it.

Scriptor wants to know:
{five} Do you keep any little (harmless) secrets from your significant other?
Nah.  It's not worth it.  I am all about honesty and openness.  I wouldn't want him to keep things from me, either.  The only thing I might tell him is just when I am venting and he won't listen.  Then, I might talk to a family member.  I can't keep things inside, but he always has the opportunity to hear it!

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