I was so excited about this deal that I wanted to share it. Macy's just recently had their famous One Day Sale. I also had a few coupons and a savings pass that I had brought along. I absolutely love the things Macy's sells, but often times can't justify paying full price for them. So I was anxious to make the most of the sale.
We had picked names in my family, with a limit of $20. The adults usually help each other out with ideas to make it a bit easier and to ensure everyone gets something they actually want. :) And my mom had told me that someone in that "group" had picked me, so if I found something I liked to tell her.
Well, I found something. And since the website won't allow me to save the picture file, you should be able to view it here.
And it was on sale for $19.99! I couldn't believe it! What's even better, I found a sweater-dress in the same color (something that I have wanted for a long time) on sale for the same price.
Well, between the sale prices of the day combined with a coupon I was able to use, I got both of them for $27.84! My mom and I split the total and she took the coat home with her to wrap! The bottom of the receipt told me how much we had saved from the regular prices: $51.02! We saved over $50 on 2 things! I couldn't believe it! What a ridiculous success that turned out to be!
Saturday, November 21, 2009
Thursday, November 19, 2009
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It's been a long time since a death has touched this closely to my family. And I praise God for that. My family has been abundantly blessed with long, healthy lives (I still have all of my grandparents). It's something I know I take for granted every day.
The last time the mystery of death shadowed my world was several years ago. My sister's and mine childhood friend and neighbor was killed in a car accident. It was surreal and devastating to me. She was 15.
Today I was asked to make a printout of a handsome young soldier who had died in Iraq on Nov. 8. His unique last name made me hold my breath because I knew that last name: Heffelfinger. We had the pleasure of being neighbors to a 50-something couple with the same last name a few years ago. Craig & Barb.
I became rather close to Barb, visiting her frequently, talking about gardening and flowers, and homemade cards and jewelry. We could sit for literally hours and chat.
Barb became sick with multiple illnesses and to make a long story short, had to be on an at-home IV for several weeks. She asked if I would be willing to learn how to change her IVs and bandages so the nurses wouldn't have to come anymore. Of course, I said yes.
It was an interesting experience for me and it brought us closer together. She talked often of her children. One of them, an Apache helicopter gunner, if my memory serves me. As most military mom's (I imagine), she was incredibly proud and worried sick at the same time. He was good at what he did.
But I couldn't remember his first name. The name of the soldier in the picture I had was Mathew Heffelfinger. "Mathew" with only one "t". I found a picture of him smiling and gasped, "He looks just like Barb." I continued researching the events of his death and the word "helicopter" flew out of one of the articles and about slapped me across the face. I had been clinging to the hope that he may just be another un-related Heffelfinger until I read that.
I couldn't take it anymore. I had to know for sure. It was like I was teetering on a tight-rope and didn't dare breathe for fear the slightest change would make me fall. I called the man who had sent me the picture and asked if he knew Mathew's parents' names. He said, "Craig." I finished with "And Barb."
Mathew Heffelfinger
It was real. And it's awful. The service is tomorrow and I honestly don't know if I can bear to go. I suffer horribly when those around me suffer. I become painfully empathetic, putting myself in the family's position and my heart literally aches. It is truly an excruciating experience for me. I hope that doesn't sound like the beginning of a bad excuse. It just effects my life so profoundly and very few can understand why. My brain clicks to "sorrow" mode and immediately begins making me acutely aware of the things the family will no longer be able to share with their loved one. And the things the loved one will never be able to do.
Then everything Eric says and does makes me want to cry because I never want to take him for granted.
*whew*
It's rough on me. I needed somewhere to spill all of this, so here it is. I honestly feel better. That surprises me. I'm thankful for that. And thankful for every day the Lord gives me with the people I love. I don't care how bad it gets, people, you will always have something to be thankful for.
The last time the mystery of death shadowed my world was several years ago. My sister's and mine childhood friend and neighbor was killed in a car accident. It was surreal and devastating to me. She was 15.
Today I was asked to make a printout of a handsome young soldier who had died in Iraq on Nov. 8. His unique last name made me hold my breath because I knew that last name: Heffelfinger. We had the pleasure of being neighbors to a 50-something couple with the same last name a few years ago. Craig & Barb.
I became rather close to Barb, visiting her frequently, talking about gardening and flowers, and homemade cards and jewelry. We could sit for literally hours and chat.
Barb became sick with multiple illnesses and to make a long story short, had to be on an at-home IV for several weeks. She asked if I would be willing to learn how to change her IVs and bandages so the nurses wouldn't have to come anymore. Of course, I said yes.
It was an interesting experience for me and it brought us closer together. She talked often of her children. One of them, an Apache helicopter gunner, if my memory serves me. As most military mom's (I imagine), she was incredibly proud and worried sick at the same time. He was good at what he did.
But I couldn't remember his first name. The name of the soldier in the picture I had was Mathew Heffelfinger. "Mathew" with only one "t". I found a picture of him smiling and gasped, "He looks just like Barb." I continued researching the events of his death and the word "helicopter" flew out of one of the articles and about slapped me across the face. I had been clinging to the hope that he may just be another un-related Heffelfinger until I read that.
I couldn't take it anymore. I had to know for sure. It was like I was teetering on a tight-rope and didn't dare breathe for fear the slightest change would make me fall. I called the man who had sent me the picture and asked if he knew Mathew's parents' names. He said, "Craig." I finished with "And Barb."
Mathew HeffelfingerIt was real. And it's awful. The service is tomorrow and I honestly don't know if I can bear to go. I suffer horribly when those around me suffer. I become painfully empathetic, putting myself in the family's position and my heart literally aches. It is truly an excruciating experience for me. I hope that doesn't sound like the beginning of a bad excuse. It just effects my life so profoundly and very few can understand why. My brain clicks to "sorrow" mode and immediately begins making me acutely aware of the things the family will no longer be able to share with their loved one. And the things the loved one will never be able to do.
Then everything Eric says and does makes me want to cry because I never want to take him for granted.
*whew*
It's rough on me. I needed somewhere to spill all of this, so here it is. I honestly feel better. That surprises me. I'm thankful for that. And thankful for every day the Lord gives me with the people I love. I don't care how bad it gets, people, you will always have something to be thankful for.
Friday, November 06, 2009
Fa-La-La-La-Lots To Do!
I feel like we have been so busy lately. And it's been really fun stuff! It's like the whole world shifts gears when October hits. As soon as all the hype of Halloween dies down, Christmas hits like an avalanche.
I love the down-pour of harvest festivals, craft fairs, and SALES in general! I try to hit our local Real Deals at least once a week {it's only open 2 days a week.} And this weekend, the annual CSI Harvest Craft Festival started with over 200 vendors! It's so fun to look and get ideas {like homemade fudge and jewelry}.
And I started teaching pre-school crafts at my church on Wednesday nights, every other month. November is my month. It's so much fun. And Eric gets to be in my class. He's still not quite sure of the "mommy-as-a-teacher" concept. In the midst of 3 little people yelling "Teacher! Teacher!" I'll hear his voice say "Hi, Mom." I think he does it to make sure I still answer to it. :)
We're also getting ready for my little man to celebrate his 4th birthday. It's coming up fast, but I'm prepared. He's just trying to decide between a Wolverine theme or Scooby-Doo. And that, my friend, is a hard decision for the 3-year-old mind.
I just finished designing my grandparents' (on my mom's side) 50th wedding anniversary invitations. They turned out so beautifully. I'm so thankful I got to play a part in such a special day in their lives. My family, Eric, and I are going to So. California in December to celebrate with them. It's been a few years since I've seen all my relatives down there, so I'm really looking forward to it. Unfortunately, Levi can't go, but someone's gotta hold down the fort {and make sure my other 2 "kids" have food and water}.
We got our house siding fixed a couple weeks ago after the fire I'm sure most of you know about. It looks perfect; you would never tell anything had happened. And Levi sold his toasted pickup to a guy in Caldwell. He loved Levi's truck so much, he wants to rebuild it. {Best of luck to ya, bud!}
We're heading up to Boise tomorrow to visit my sister and her husband for her birthday! Her birthday's not til the 9th, but we all get to go to the huge movie theater and watch the new A Christmas Carol movie! It should be a great time! Eric and I have never been there. {Last time my family went, he and I hit up Chuck E. Cheese!}
I think the next thing on my to-do list is figure out our Christmas photo. I love doing that every year, but I've never been this tardy! I welcome all ideas! ;)
I love the down-pour of harvest festivals, craft fairs, and SALES in general! I try to hit our local Real Deals at least once a week {it's only open 2 days a week.} And this weekend, the annual CSI Harvest Craft Festival started with over 200 vendors! It's so fun to look and get ideas {like homemade fudge and jewelry}.
And I started teaching pre-school crafts at my church on Wednesday nights, every other month. November is my month. It's so much fun. And Eric gets to be in my class. He's still not quite sure of the "mommy-as-a-teacher" concept. In the midst of 3 little people yelling "Teacher! Teacher!" I'll hear his voice say "Hi, Mom." I think he does it to make sure I still answer to it. :)
We're also getting ready for my little man to celebrate his 4th birthday. It's coming up fast, but I'm prepared. He's just trying to decide between a Wolverine theme or Scooby-Doo. And that, my friend, is a hard decision for the 3-year-old mind.
I just finished designing my grandparents' (on my mom's side) 50th wedding anniversary invitations. They turned out so beautifully. I'm so thankful I got to play a part in such a special day in their lives. My family, Eric, and I are going to So. California in December to celebrate with them. It's been a few years since I've seen all my relatives down there, so I'm really looking forward to it. Unfortunately, Levi can't go, but someone's gotta hold down the fort {and make sure my other 2 "kids" have food and water}.
We got our house siding fixed a couple weeks ago after the fire I'm sure most of you know about. It looks perfect; you would never tell anything had happened. And Levi sold his toasted pickup to a guy in Caldwell. He loved Levi's truck so much, he wants to rebuild it. {Best of luck to ya, bud!}
We're heading up to Boise tomorrow to visit my sister and her husband for her birthday! Her birthday's not til the 9th, but we all get to go to the huge movie theater and watch the new A Christmas Carol movie! It should be a great time! Eric and I have never been there. {Last time my family went, he and I hit up Chuck E. Cheese!}
I think the next thing on my to-do list is figure out our Christmas photo. I love doing that every year, but I've never been this tardy! I welcome all ideas! ;)
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