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New Addition to the Family
Posted on: July 8, 2013
Hello Friends, we have a new addition to the family!
On Wednesday, we welcomed a new little bundle to the family, it’s name is Spark, Chevy Spark. When Tayair pulled up the driveway I almost cried, it was the cutest little car I’ve ever seen. Not quite as small as a “Smart Car” but just as cute and compact as the Volkswagen Beetle was back in the ’30’s.
The 2002 Hyundai Elantra that Malik was driving began acting up, even after a replaced engine, the brakes and rods began to go and it just nickeled and dimed us so it was time to get rid of it, we will donate it to Goodwill. We decided to hand down the 2005 Honda that was purchased in April and then get Tayair a new vehicle. My husband had visited Diver Chevrolet last week and thought the Spark would be the perfect car for him, one that would get him from Point A to Point B and would last for many, many, many years!
Not having purchased a new vehicle since 2005, it was amazing to see all the bells and whistles in this basic car. I thought my friend’s Mercedes was loaded with amazing features but this little Spark was also equipped with some awesome controls, including Sirius XM Radio, Bluetooth, 9 airbags, USB outlet, touchscreen infotainment system, steering wheel mounted audio controls, and an emergency communication system (OnStar 6-month free trial).
I didn’t realize it was a 4-door, and squealed with delight when he opened the back doors, so cute and surprisingly comfortable with ample leg and head room.
The trunk was a bit too small for me and there isn’t a spare tire, instead an air compressor and a can of “fix it flat”, but with OnStar just a push of a button will get you emergency service.
This vehicle will be in the family for a long time to come and I can honestly say that it’s a welcomed addition even with the car payments!
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Disclosure: This is not a sponsored post nor did I receive compensation for the writing of it, all opinions are 100% my own. I have no connection to the brands, products, or services that I have mentioned. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”
Liebster Award Acceptance
Posted on: April 25, 2013
- In: Awards | Blogging
- 19 Comments
A few months ago two lovely ladies nominated me for a Liebster Award, I apologize for just getting around to accepting and thanking them properly.
Thank you Kittehluvs and A Mom’s Point of View, I was truly honored and am humbled that you chose me as a recipient (please accept my apology for the delay in accepting)
I officially accept both nominations and have combined my answers from each of you and am abiding by the following rules:
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Post eleven facts about yourself
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Answer the questions posed by your nominator
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Pass the award on to eleven new recipients
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Post eleven new questions to your bloggers
Upon completion, post the Liebster Award badge to your blog, notify your nominees, and link them to the post, as well as linking the person who nominated you.
Eleven Facts about Me
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I live in the 2nd smallest state, Delaware – home of VP Joe Biden
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I’ll have been married 23 years in August
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I received a BS Degree in Elementary Education from Delaware State (College) University
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I love Jazz, Classical and R&B music
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I am left handed
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I love Classic TV shows – i.e. I Love Lucy, Dragnet, Leave it to Beaver
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I am NOT a sports enthusiast nor can I play any sport
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I love old school horror flicks – Night of the Living Dead, 1968 version is my all time favorite
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I have a soft and loving heart, I look for the good in everyone
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I can’t relax – must always be doing something, even while sleeping, my mind is racing
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I hate to sweat when exercising but it doesn’t bother me when sunbathing – I know, hubby doesn’t understand that either
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I hate driving because I have a 3 hour daily commute to work
Eleven Questions from Kittehluvs
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What is your favorite pair of shoes – Polka Dot Pumps
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What perfume/scent do you wear – As an Avon Rep I have many but my favorite is Bijan
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Do you like vintage or modern style? Explain – Both, and when mixed the vintage becomes the new modern
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What is your favorite piece of furniture – My Bed – I love to sleep!
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Do you collect something? What is it? – I used to collect African American Santas and Angels – but have since stopped buying – time to start downsizing
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Favorite Things? Least Favorite Things? Use your imagination – A positive balance in my checkbook – a negative balance in my checkbook!
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What is one piece of advice you’d like to give to your readers? “Don’t Stress The Small Stuff – Life is Too Short”
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Thinking about how and when you grew up, where do you think your style inspiration came from? – Born in the 60’s, and raised in New York – no explanation needed
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If you could do anything crazy for 1 day and be assured that nothing harmful could happen, what would it be? – Wow…that’s definitely a hard one…hmmm hack the system to wipe my credit report clean, zero balance out everything!
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Where do you see yourself in 5 years? In 10 years? – semi-retired and debt free/retired and debt free
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What is your best asset? Could be physical or not – Positive Attitude
Eleven Questions from A Mom’s Point of View
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What made you decide to start blogging? – After the death of my grandmother, I needed someone to share my bargains and deals with
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How often to you write a blog post? – Daily
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Do you have children and how many? 2 sons, ages 17 and 20
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What is your favorite book? – Everything written by the late E. Lynn Harris
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Do you read eBooks or paper books? – both but neither often
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How long could you live without electricity? – a week maybe
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One word to describe your personality? – Positive
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Dog or Cat person? Cat but don’t have either
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Have you bought a tablet yet? – I won one from a contest sponsored by WPHL17
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Apple or Android? – Both, Apple iPad, Android “not-so-smart” Phone
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Facebook or Google+ ? – Both but I like FB better
My Nominees
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Images by Dashfield
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The L Train
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Mitzie Mee
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Curls and Mo
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Calm Healthy Sexy
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Divas With A Purpose
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Fashion For Lunch
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Free UR Closet
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Tough Cookie Mommy
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Lifestyle Over 40
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Pride in Photos
Questions for my nominees:
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Where is your fantasy vacation spot?
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If you could live anywhere in the world, where would it be?
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Who influenced you the most while growing up?
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Who do you now admire and why?
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What is your biggest pet peeve?
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How do you like to travel – planes, trains or automobiles?
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What is your favorite quote or inspirational message?
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Winter, Spring, Summer or Fall?
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Best gift ever received?
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If you could go shopping with someone famous with an unlimited budget who would it be and where?
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What is #1 on your Bucket List?
Hello Friends and Happy Saturday, I hope you are having a fun filled day.
It was so nice to wake up to bright sunshine but we are expecting more snow this evening so I did my weekly grocery shopping this morning. Shopped groceries for the week as well as goodies for Superbowl Sunday. Safeway is my favorite store for deals, for example, DiGiorno Pizza is on sale for $3.88 each and can be coupled with a “J4U”, Buy 2 Get 1 Free coupon. Taking advantage of that special and then using a Buy 2 Get 1 Free manufacturer’s coupon I paid .75 cents for two pizzas!
Safeway’s “Just 4U” app allows me to download coupons directly from my Smartphone or IPad onto my card and they offer savings for every $75.00 spent, you get a $10 Rewards Coupon. Safeway is now also offering Gas Rewards to Exxon and Mobile and I have enough points to save .40 cent off per gallon, which is definitely a huge savings for me!
Saving money shopping the sales at Safeway was a great way to start my Saturday – now bring on the snow and GO RAVENS!!!
I didn’t wear these shoes to grocery shop but am continuing my support of the GoRedForWomen Campaign this month.
Linking up today with Frugal Living and More and “Quite” the blog – hop on over and meet some new bloggers
Have a fantabulous afternoon – Smooches!
OOTD – 1980’s Belt
Posted on: October 15, 2012
Hello Friends and Happy Monday. I hope you all had an enjoyable weekend with a chance to relax. If you follow me on Instagram or Foursquare you know that I spent mine cleaning out desk drawers, shopping at Costco, Walmart and upgrading my Blackberry to a Smartphone at Radio Shack. This morning I spent way too much time trying to decide on a belt and eventually settled on one that I’ve had since college, sometimes it pays to keep things.
Remember when I purchased the the pencil skirt and top from Target (here). The shoes and cami were purchased at Ross.
Linking up today with Tough Cookie Mommy – hop on over and read a new blog.
Fashion and Fun after Fifty 