The Kid Blender:  A Single Mom’s Attempt to Find Joy in an Unexpected Life
February 8, 2012 – 8:00 am | 3 Comments

In this series of blogs, the “Kid Blenders,” I will be addressing our challenges, trying to blend our two families together. The names of the children will be changed to spare the easily embarrassed. And let me be upfront about this: I’m no clinical expert. I’m just a single mom trying to figure life out as I go. But knowing that there are around 14 million single parents out there…I’m guessing that I’m not alone in this venture.

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Denver Deals: Quiznos, Del Taco, Starbucks
May 5, 2010 – 7:00 am | Comments Off
Denver Deals: Quiznos, Del Taco, Starbucks

Once again this week, there are several restaurant deals.  I haven’t found too many deals for Mother’s Day yet, but will update on here as I find them!  Here are a few deals to help you save some cash this week!
Restaurant Deals
Today is Cinco De Mayo which means Del Taco has tacos on sale for [...]

Denver Deals:Baskin Robbins, Einstein Bros, Lowes, & More!
April 28, 2010 – 7:00 am | 2 Comments
Denver Deals:Baskin Robbins, Einstein Bros, Lowes, & More!

Restaurant deals:
Tonight(Wednesday, April 28th) is Baskin Robbins 31 Cent Scoop Night!  Take the family out for ice cream between 5p.m. and 10p.m. on the cheap!
This coupon expires May 2nd, so be sure to head into Jack in the Box to receive a free Deli Trio Grilled Sandwich with any purchase.  You will need to print [...]

Weekly Deal Round-up: Go to 10 Movies for $5
April 21, 2010 – 7:00 am | Comments Off
Weekly Deal Round-up: Go to 10 Movies for $5

The weather has been gorgeous and there’s plenty to do in the Mile High City!  Saving a buck or two along the way can put a smile on any one’s face!
If you’re looking for some family free events(free that is!) within the next week, check out these events!
The Children’s Garden at Denver Botanic Gardens isn’t open [...]

Weekly Deal Round-up: Tax Day Freebies Galore!
April 14, 2010 – 7:00 am | No Comment
Weekly Deal Round-up: Tax Day Freebies Galore!

If you dread April 15th, you now have a reason to look forward to it!  It seems local businesses want to give us something to smile about on Tax Day.  Check out all these freebies available tomorrow, April 15th!
MaggieMoo’s Ice Cream and Treateryis celebrating tax day with their “E-cone-omic” Relief Package on April 15, 2010.  They will [...]

Daily Deal: One Stop For Deals!
March 29, 2010 – 7:00 am | Comments Off
Daily Deal: One Stop For Deals!

You can find deals all over the web including here and here.  However, I was impressed with this new site!
On http://www.8coupons.com/, you will find all of the daily discount offers from over 55 different Group Buying “Deals of the Day” websites expanding across more than 30 states and 100 cities!
“Deals of the Day” discount offers are [...]

Daily Deal: Free Weekend Fun
March 26, 2010 – 7:00 am | Comments Off
Daily Deal: Free Weekend Fun

There are a few things to do this weekend with the fam.  Email or leave a comment if you know of other activities.  We’re getting close to Easter and should see a few more pop up!
This weekend is the start of the Easter Fun out at Bass Pro Shop!  Here are the details:
Saturday, March 27th and [...]

Daily Deal: 20% off Payless Shoes
March 25, 2010 – 7:00 am | Comments Off
Daily Deal: 20% off Payless Shoes

Get 20% off online at Payless with the coupon code 32219. There is no minimum purchase required to use this code and if you pick up your order at your local Payless you don’t have to pay shipping.
You should be able to get Spring or Summer shoes for a good price!
King Soopers has some amazing [...]

Daily Deal: Spring Break at Denver Art Museum
March 24, 2010 – 6:59 am | One Comment
Daily Deal: Spring Break at Denver Art Museum

Spend Spring Break at the Denver Art Museum!
Embrace! inspired fun at the DenverArt Museum begins March 27 and continues through April 4. Free general admission for youth 17 and under throughout the week.  Spring break students may explore what happens when you let 17 artists take over the museum with spray paint, old clothes, swing [...]

Daily Deal: 20 Free 4×6 Photo Prints
March 23, 2010 – 7:00 am | Comments Off
Daily Deal: 20 Free 4×6 Photo Prints

Walgreens Photo Center is giving 20 free photos to all new customers that create a Walgreens Photo Account an account through Monday, March 29. The prints will be credited to your account and you have until March 31 to use them.
This is a great way to get some free pictures! Open your account today!
Don’t forget [...]

Daily Deal: Kids Bowl Free All Summer
March 22, 2010 – 7:00 am | Comments Off
Daily Deal: Kids Bowl Free All Summer

I thought this was an excellent deal-definitely worth passing along!  I remember taking bowling classes for summer rec when I was younger.  I was pretty young and quite frankly sucked so the bumpers were usually in place, but I still had a good time! 
This deal gives parents a chance to expose their child to bowling [...]