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The Officer Said My Three Boys 'Fit the Description'

Last week, while preparing dinner, my youngest son came up to me and said "Mommy, we were racially profiled today." My heart stopped. I immediately called his older brothers into the kitchen to ask what happened. My oldest began "Mommy, well I don't think he raically profiled us". "Who", I questioned. "Oh, the cop who stopped us." Cops?   What?   How?   The boys were walking to church camp.  It's not even a 1/4 mile from our house.  Cops?  My kids?  OH MY GOD!   My precious twin sons have been blessed with height. By the 5th grade they were nearly 6' tall despite being among the youngest in their class. I often joke "they're tall and thin like their mom". It always gets a smile given at 5'3" and ___ lbs., I'm neither tall nor thin.  When I drop the kids off at school, the youngest is escorted across the crosswalk by a crossing guard and must walk while the older two are d

The Legend of Korra – Book Two: Spirits arrives on Blu-ray and DVD TOMORROW

The Legend of Korra – Book Two: Spirits arrives on Blu-ray and DVD tomorrow on July 1, 2014. Six months after the events of Book One, a new journey begins with exciting new characters, villains and adventures in which Korra learns the story of the very first Avatar.  The series was voted as IGN’s Best TV Animated Series in 2012 and was the only animated series on the annual list of iTunes Best TV Shows of 2013. The Legend of Korra – Book Two: Spirits Blu-ray and DVD, created by Nickelodeon Home Entertainment and distributed by Paramount Home Media Distribution, is available July 1, 2014, for the suggested retail price of $34.99 (Blu-ray) and $19.99 (DVD). About The Legend of Korra – Book Two: Spirits: From the creators of the beloved animated franchise Avatar: The Last Airbender comes The Legend of Korra. After ridding Republic City of Amon and his Equalist revolution, Korra is more confident and headstrong then ever – she is even able to enter the Avatar State at will. But w

THE LEGEND OF KORRA – BOOK TWO: SPIRITS on Blu-Ray and DVD on July 1

The Legend of Korra – Book Two: Spirits arrives on Blu-ray and DVD on July 1, 2014. Six months after the events of Book One, a new journey begins with exciting new characters, villains and adventures in which Korra learns the story of the very first Avatar.  The series was voted as IGN’s Best TV Animated Series in 2012 and was the only animated series on the annual list of iTunes Best TV Shows of 2013. The Legend of Korra – Book Two: Spirits Blu-ray and DVD, created by Nickelodeon Home Entertainment and distributed by Paramount Home Media Distribution, is available July 1, 2014, for the suggested retail price of $34.99 (Blu-ray) and $19.99 (DVD). About The Legend of Korra – Book Two: Spirits: From the creators of the beloved animated franchise Avatar: The Last Airbender comes The Legend of Korra. After ridding Republic City of Amon and his Equalist revolution, Korra is more confident and headstrong then ever – she is even able to enter the Avatar State at will. But when po

Chick-fil-A Grilled Chicken Tasting Party

Last month some friends and I got together at our local Chick-fil-A to sample their latest menu addition (drum roll please):   Grilled Chicken .   This year, I grabbed Kimberly, Nichole and Tammy for this sampling event, oh and the youngest of Los Tres Amigos.  I love visiting our local Chick-fil-A .  It's almost as if we're visiting family.  Dale; his wife, Linda; PR rep, Mickey and the crew are like old friends.  We're always greeted with a friendly "Hello" and a great big smile.   Our visit was pretty special despite constant interruptions.  I saw a couple of old friends I hadn't seen in months.  One was there with her kids just having dinner and the other was there with her kids attending a birthday party.  My kid saw a few of his classmates. Everyone knows Dale Linda and would stop by our table for a "high five" or a handshake.  Then there was the birthday parties.  This location doesn't really host a lot of birthday parties but

HUGGIES® Diapers and Wipes at Costco

Even when baby’s out and about, feel free to relax just a little more knowing that HUGGIES® has you and your little one covered. From leaks to messes, HUGGIES® diapers are designed for every situation and HUGGIES® wipes can handle even those big messes.   HUGGIES® Snug & Dry Plus Diapers are more absorbent than regular Snug & Dry Diapers, and provide long-lasting leakage protection for your baby, day and night. Experience the unbeatable, all-around protection vs. Pampers Baby Dry*!   Experience HUGGIES® simplest formula ever with HUGGIES Natural Care® Plus Wipes. Thicker and more durable for any mess**, it’s no wonder they clean better than Pampers***. HUGGIES Natural Care® Plus Wipes with aloe & vitamin E, are hypoallergenic, fragrance free & alcohol free. Try HUGGIES® Snug & Dry Plus Diapers and HUGGIES Natural Care® Plus Wipes, exclusively at Costco!  HUGGIES® products, available only at Costco Wholesale and Costco.com  HUGGIES® Diapers and Wipes at

MARVEL’S “GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY”—GUARDIANS OF GOOD Contest #GuardiansOfTheGalaxy

Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures, Marvel Studios,  Dolby® Laboratories and Visa Signature  Join Forces to Find GUARDIANS OF GOOD—  Real “Guardians of the Galaxy” Who Better Their Communities Through Service, Science or Innovation SEEKING REAL “GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY!” Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures, Marvel Studios, Dolby® Laboratories and Visa Signature are joining forces for a nationwide MARVEL’S “GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY”—GUARDIANS OF GOOD contest in conjunction with the August 1, 2014 release of Marvel’s “Guardians of the Galaxy,” starring Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldana, Dave Bautista, Vin Diesel and Bradley Cooper.

The Greatest Gifts for Grads at Best Buy #GreatestGrad

This is a sponsored post. Graduation day is finally here!  Now they're packing up and preparing to move out and as graduates make this transition from their home to a whole new world, it's important we gift them with something to help get them started on their new journey.  Whether they're heading off to college or moving into their first apartment, Best Buy Gift Center  has the latest gifts for the greatest grads.  Here are just a few of my favorite gift ideas for grads: Samsung 48" HDTV NW Electronics Stone Bake Pizza Oven Frigidaire 3.1 cu. ft. Compact Refrigerator Beats by Dr. Dre Pill XL Portable Speaker LG Stainless Steel Microwave Oven Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 8.1 Keurig Elite Single Serve Coffeemaker iTunes Gift Card Shark Professional Lightweight Iron Ninja Professional 24 oz. blender' Hoover Windtunnel 2 Rewind Upright Vacuum Hamilton Beach Set and Forget or Go 6-quart Slow Cooker Oster 4-slice Toaster Oven One of my favorite gift i

Planes Fire & Rescue - Print & Play #FireAndRescue

Dusty is headed out on an all-new adventure this summer in PLANES FIRE AND RESCUE and in celebration of this, here are a some fun activities for you and your family to enjoy while soaring through the sky or relaxing in your own backyard.

GIVEAWAY: Bet On Your Baby Luvs Coupon #BetOnYourBaby

Bet on Your Baby is back for its second season May 31st at 8pm ET/7pm CT on ABC! Would you take YOUR baby into the baby dome? How do you think you and your baby would do on the show? About Bet On Your Baby All parents think they know their baby well, but are they willing to bet on it? Find out when actress/comedienne and working mom Melissa Peterman, star of ABC Family's Baby Daddy hosts this adorable, hilarious and surprisingly suspenseful game show. Parents try to predict their toddler's next move in an effort to win money for their child's future education. Airs Saturdays at 8pm ET/7pm CT on ABC starting May 31st. The show is hilarious! Get Social: “Like” BOYB on Social Media! Twitter: https://twitter.com/betonyourbaby Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BetOnYourBaby Instagram: http://instagram.com/abcbetonyourbaby Win it : One lucky Three Boys and an Old Lady blog reader will receive One (1) Pack of Three Luv's Coupons * * * G I V E

Splurge vs. Save Campaign

This blogging mommy hardly ever pays full price.  Each season presents its on sets of challenges on how best to spend my money.  For example, Winter.  Winter means coats and jackets so I watch for savings on those items.  Summer?  Summer, well Summer means sundresses.   My sundress splurge would send me straight to Nordstrom for this  maxi dress I would love to have.  Look at the brightly colored, flowing fabric and those faux leather straps.  I mean it's only $450 oh and this includes free shipping.  The Fashionista in me would oh so love to have this dress, but the Savings Diva said " Hunty, for $450, you can go to KMart and snag this AX Paris Women's Indian Paisley Green Maxi, a pair of shoes, go to Hobby Lobby and add a touch of leather to the straps, a weekend rental at Enterprise Rent-A-Car and 2 nights at the Hampton Inn ." I'm glad I listened to the Savings Diva deep inside and didn't break out the credit card this time.  I love my ne

Introducing Princess Peach - A Super Mario Bros. Costume Review

Little ones love playing dress up and I love shopping for costumes from Costume Supercenter.  Of course we dress up on Halloween but I really love it when I go to the grocery store and see a kid in a costume on a "regular" day.  You've seen little ones walking around in a cape and galoshes.  ADORBS!!!   Costume Supercenter offers so many costumes at prices my wallet loves and selection, WOW, there are tons of costumes and accessories to choose from.  Recently, I had the opportunity to review the  Girls Deluxe Super Mario Princess Peach Costume .  From the moment I saw the costume online I knew it would be perfect for my friend's little princess.  She is a fan of the Super Mario video games and Princess Peach is one of her favorite characters.  As luck would have it, I was right.  The moment she saw the costume she immediately wanted to try it on and model.   The costume fit perfectly!  The size chart on the website made it easy to find the perfect fit.  I