Prudent and Practical

August 31, 2011

Back Online?

Filed under: General — K @ 11:06 PM

I have had some issues with the blog lately and haven’t been able to figure them out… until now?  This is a test post to see if I can get things going again!

April 12, 2010

Ultimate Blog Party 2010!

Filed under: General — Tags: free, giveaways, health — K @ 1:13 AM

I’m going to use this opportunity to say I’m back!  For the past three months I’ve felt down in the dumps and unmotivated.  One thing happened in January and it just kind of snowballed.  I’m trying some amino acids from the health food store – I think it’s a combination of that and the beautiful weather that we’ve had lately here in southeast Iowa that’s helping.  Things are looking up and I’m happy :-D

If you’re a subscriber or frequent visitor, thank you for sticking around!  I really appreciate it!

So to help with my “return,” I’m participating in 5 Minutes for Mom’s Ultimate Blog Party 2010! If you’re visiting from the UBP10, welcome!  In short, I like to write about recipes, crafts, and home improvement and diy projects.  Want to know more?  Check out my about me page.  If you’re interested in what I write about, subscribe via email or RSS feeder.  Leave a comment and I’ll return the favor, I enjoy meeting new people and finding new blogs!

And to give some link love to the giveaway bloggers, these are the prizes I’m excited about!

  • It would be great to have a laptop that is quiet and that I can travel with, so I’d love 5 Minutes for Mom’s Toshiba laptop giveaway!
  • I enjoy essential oils and I’d like to try the Young Living Roll-On Stress Reliever from Oils for Wellness.
  • I buy a lot of books off of Amazon so, The Product Review Place’s $25 gift card would be helpful!
  • Other prizes I’m interested in include: US73, US74, US75, US87, US88, US112, USC8.

Anyway, go check out the blog party!  Fun times!

Ultimate Blog Party 2010

December 30, 2009

Christmas Update!

Filed under: General — K @ 1:29 PM

Wow!  I feel like my life has been lacking a little since I haven’t posted anything in over a week.  I’ve had some problems losing photos on my camera and then D’s computer crashed on the 23rd, putting him on my computer up until the moment we left to see our families on the 24th.  The snow and ice caused us to stay until the 26th, which is when Darren and I celebrated “our” Christmas together.  The 27th was my 26th birthday!  And today I am making a special anniversary wish to my parents who have been married 28 years today!  Tomorrow is New Year’s Eve and I just found out that we’re having guests over!  Whoo!  So I’ll be more relaxed and have more time when the 1st rolls around :-)

I took photos for some recipes but with the losing photos/computer crash issues/holidays, but didn’t get them up immediately.  The photos are up now.  Hope you enjoy them!

diy geico money stack with eyes photo 150x112 photo Christmas Update!

Geico Money with Eyes (with 2 videos!)

baked biscotti slices photo 150x112 photo Christmas Update!

Biscotti Recipe

melted lotion in tins photo 150x112 photo Christmas Update!

Lotion Bar Recipe

baked chocolate pb cookie photo 150x112 photo Christmas Update!

Chocolate PB Cookies Recipe

dog cookies 150x112 photo Christmas Update!

Peanut Butter Dog Cookies Recipe

November 11, 2009

Martha Stewart’s Christmas Workshop

Filed under: General — Tags: crafts, DIY, entertainment, food, free, holidays, projects, random — K @ 11:30 PM

Hi all!  I just got an email (newsletter) from Martha Stewart.com!  The Martha crew is doing a 6-week workshop to help you prep for the holiday season.

The topics will include…

  • Martha’s best holiday tips
  • Handmade gifts, stockings, and ornaments
  • Treats, menus, and party ideas
  • Expert tree-trimming and wreath-making techniques
  • Hostess how-tos and a magnificent holiday menu
  • Time saving strategies
  • A gingerbread-house contest and photo contests
  • And many more ideas!

According to the email, more than 100,000 people have already joined, including me.  I’m a fan of Martha Stewart and can’t wait to see what wonderful tips and projects she has in store for us all.

The fun begins November 16.  Please visit the signup page to get in on the action!

October 16, 2009

Kristin @ Blog World

Filed under: General — D @ 1:13 PM

Hey Everybody, this is Darren, K’s husband and technical guru for prudent and practical. Kristin arrived safely in Las Vegas last night and will be attending blog world 2009 for the next few days representing Prudentand Practical.com.

If you are attending and see her, make sure you say hi! I made some pretty neat business cards for her and I am sure she would be thrilled to give one to you! Wish her luck in her latest blogging adventure and be looking for updates from her in the coming hours/days…

HAVE A  GREAT TIME KRISTIN :)

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