(and their human parents)
This blog started as The adventures of a D.I.N.K. family where the two "kids" are four legged and how we are going to retire early. Now it's a 1 income, 1 entrepreneur, and 1 pup getting closer and closer to retirement.
Wednesday, October 31, 2012
Taking Advantage of: Pinfreeoffers.com
I just found this site from a coupon site that I follow
Pinfreeoffers.com
I've already signed up for a couple of samples!
Pinfreeoffers.com
I've already signed up for a couple of samples!
Taking Advantage of: Free Amazon Credit
This was posted this morning by a couple of sites I follow. This is a great way to add to your music collection for free. Amazon is constantly give out free credit.
Amazon.com - What's Your Favorite Party Song?
Amazon.com - What's Your Favorite Party Song?
Tuesday, October 30, 2012
Adventures: Family Visit
My nephew came down to visit on Sunday. Tonight at dinner he started to ask about the family tree.
FINALLY! Someone is interested! I definitely did not think it would be him though!
It's a really cool feeling that someone else is really interested in the family history too. It makes it feel like it's all worth it. :)
FINALLY! Someone is interested! I definitely did not think it would be him though!
It's a really cool feeling that someone else is really interested in the family history too. It makes it feel like it's all worth it. :)
Adventures: Run, Walk, Wag
Esa's daycare was a sponsor of a charity walk named "Run, Walk, Wag" this last weekend (Saturday, October 27) for Northern Virginia Spay Neuter Clinic.
It was the first year ever for this event and they had a pretty good turnout - maybe about 35 people total.
We did the 1 mile walk and afterwards took part in some of the dog games and checked out the vendors. Both of the dogs enjoyed the "hot dog game" where they had to figure out what dish the hot dog was under. I was a little surprised that Zed did so well. Esa, of course had no problem with it.
One of the vendors was a photographer who had a little display set up for pictures. I'm just waiting for them to be uploaded so we can check them out. Proceeds will be going to the clinic, so I'll probably purchase a few. I think with the storm, they haven't been put online yet.
The Shelter was there handing out info on the CARE program. It was a last minute thing or I would have volunteered for it! I didn't see the table at first, but was wondering why there was a whole family with volunteer t-shirts on!
The pups enjoyed it - as always.
UPDATE: December 13, 2012
Finally got the pictures from the professional photographer. She had the wrong address so it was returned. Even with the correct address, it took almost a week and she is only 10 miles away. It ended up in New Jersey for processing and then back down here (in VA). Crazy.
Here they are....
It was the first year ever for this event and they had a pretty good turnout - maybe about 35 people total.
We did the 1 mile walk and afterwards took part in some of the dog games and checked out the vendors. Both of the dogs enjoyed the "hot dog game" where they had to figure out what dish the hot dog was under. I was a little surprised that Zed did so well. Esa, of course had no problem with it.
One of the vendors was a photographer who had a little display set up for pictures. I'm just waiting for them to be uploaded so we can check them out. Proceeds will be going to the clinic, so I'll probably purchase a few. I think with the storm, they haven't been put online yet.
The Shelter was there handing out info on the CARE program. It was a last minute thing or I would have volunteered for it! I didn't see the table at first, but was wondering why there was a whole family with volunteer t-shirts on!
The pups enjoyed it - as always.
UPDATE: December 13, 2012
Finally got the pictures from the professional photographer. She had the wrong address so it was returned. Even with the correct address, it took almost a week and she is only 10 miles away. It ended up in New Jersey for processing and then back down here (in VA). Crazy.
Here they are....
 |
| Returning from the walk |
 |
| Playing a game - "find the hot dog" |
Adventures: Hurricane Sandy
The last couple of days have been crazy. First with the warnings of the storm coming and the rain since Sunday.
My nephew came down from NY on Sunday. Luckily he made it before the storm and is hanging out until Wednesday.
We made it through the storm, but Esa has had cabin fever since Sunday evening! She didn't care if it was raining or windy - she still wanted her walks and to go outside. Zed, on the other hand, was more than comfortable hanging out on the couch. We had to push him outside a couple of times so that he could go the bathroom.
There doesn't seem to be any damage to the house - for once! Since living in our house, we have replaced the fascia & secured it better due to other storms.
I did go into work for a couple of hours yesterday and did a walkthrough to make sure all of the tenants were set. I got to see something we don't see very often - a VERY empty airport and planes lined up ready for the wind.
I hope everyone else is fine.
My nephew came down from NY on Sunday. Luckily he made it before the storm and is hanging out until Wednesday.
We made it through the storm, but Esa has had cabin fever since Sunday evening! She didn't care if it was raining or windy - she still wanted her walks and to go outside. Zed, on the other hand, was more than comfortable hanging out on the couch. We had to push him outside a couple of times so that he could go the bathroom.
There doesn't seem to be any damage to the house - for once! Since living in our house, we have replaced the fascia & secured it better due to other storms.
I did go into work for a couple of hours yesterday and did a walkthrough to make sure all of the tenants were set. I got to see something we don't see very often - a VERY empty airport and planes lined up ready for the wind.
 |
| A very empty Dulles (sideways) |
 |
| Planes lined up for the wind. |
When I got home, we ordered chinese food and just hung out. We were very lucky that we only had the lights flicker a couple of times, but that was it! I'm happy we were able to get on the internet & watch TV!
Dan stayed home. Which I was happy about since he would be driving home in some bad winds.
We hunkered down in the basement when the winds started and watch "Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol". Pretty good movie.
Today, I am at work, but it is very slow. United canceled flights, so half of the airport is empty. Right now, it's just rainining. Zed still wasn't in for the walk. He made it to the corner and then Dan let him off of the leash and he went running back home.
Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Wednesday, October 17, 2012
Saturday, October 13, 2012
Savings Summary Saturday - October 13
Items sent for:
Income (Starting to post again to Ebay & Yardsellr & Listia. My goal is to post at least one item a day.):
MyPoints (personal account) - 13905 points (13809 points -last week)
MyPoints (coupon account) - 3787 points (3711 points-last week)
Swagbucks - 3085 points (3042 points-last week)
Listia - 41246 credits (41241 credits last week) $0 paid out for shipping (when buying credits it is 1 cent/credit)
Postpoints - 3155 points (3140 points last week)
mycokerewards - 6038 points (5949 points-last week)
Bondrewards - $26.86 ($26.81 - last week)
Upromise - $18.63 ($18.64 last week) available for transfer
Capital One Rewards - locked out (6346 miles-last week)
Thanks Again - 1075 points (1075 points last week)
Viggle - (59645 points - last week - haven't really been checking in)
NCP - (42950 points last week)
Daily Feats - (1694 points last week)
New Year, New Goals -
- I will now be posting "Taking Advantage of" entries. This will show any offers that I send for.
- sent out 1 DVD for swapadvd.com
- received a free Mammogram - these are now covered under preventative - saved $20 copay.
- Saved $61.20 when we got an oil change on the jeep. $10 for oil change & then $51.20 for tire rotation & flat repair (free rotation & repair when you buy your tires at Goodyear).
- Sears - missed out on a 10% off coupon because the associate thought it was only for when you paid with a Sears card (you save 15% when you pay with a Sears card), BUT got a $10 gift card for an over $50 purchase! Didn't expect that!
- Picked up dog bones that were 50% off at Giant (clearance0. Picked up about $10 in dog treats for donation also.
- saved 20 cents per gallon by using my Giant card along with an additional 2 cents per gallon at Shell
- Hubby used his Exxon credit card which gives us money back on Upromise.com
Income (Starting to post again to Ebay & Yardsellr & Listia. My goal is to post at least one item a day.):
- reposted two items to Craigslist
- added these two items to Yardsellr.com
- stickers from GetGlue
- Martha Stewart's Living Magazine
MyPoints (personal account) - 13905 points (13809 points -last week)
MyPoints (coupon account) - 3787 points (3711 points-last week)
Swagbucks - 3085 points (3042 points-last week)
Listia - 41246 credits (41241 credits last week) $0 paid out for shipping (when buying credits it is 1 cent/credit)
Postpoints - 3155 points (3140 points last week)
mycokerewards - 6038 points (5949 points-last week)
Bondrewards - $26.86 ($26.81 - last week)
Upromise - $18.63 ($18.64 last week) available for transfer
Capital One Rewards - locked out (6346 miles-last week)
Thanks Again - 1075 points (1075 points last week)
Viggle - (59645 points - last week - haven't really been checking in)
NCP - (42950 points last week)
Daily Feats - (1694 points last week)
New Year, New Goals -
- Use rewards programs to get gifts and daily stuff - ordered 12 pack coupons from Mycokerewards.com
- Use Restaurant.com coupons - used one coupon at a place we had never been - it was a dive but had great food & service!
- Buy a New Car - BOUGHT IT! (BTW - paid cash for this).
- Set up an Estate - requested local lawyer information from our financial planner on 8/2.
- Monthly Review/Net Worth (new as of 5/9/12) - I saw this idea on Couple Money. I don't take enough time to review our net worth and keep track on how we are doing.
Wednesday, October 10, 2012
Taking Advantage of: Free Red Robin Gift Card from Mycokerewards.com
Luckily I had my twitter feed open at work today so I saw the following post:
My Coke Rewards @MyCokeRewards
My Coke Rewards
You asked, so you shall receive. The first 1,000 followers to click the link will get a gift card to @redrobinburgers: http://CokeURL.com/nftl .
And I was one of the first 1K! I got a $5 gift card to Red Robin (YYUUUMMMM....)
Tuesday, October 9, 2012
Taking Advantage of: Amazon MP3 credit
I am constantly on the lookout for free Amazon MP3 credit. Here's the latest one:
Midget Momma.com blog : Free $2 amazon-mp3-credit
Midget Momma.com blog : Free $2 amazon-mp3-credit
Monday, October 1, 2012
Adventures: Bark for Life
I don't know how well I will do with the donations, but will do my best. ;)
Bark for Life - Team Page for Adventures of Esa & Zed
If you are able to, please donate or if you are local, please join us! We will be walking in honor of my brother, but we have several other friends & family members who have been affected by cancer.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)