Does mom love to read?

If she does (or maybe dad loves to read too) check out what might make them super happy this Mother's or Father's Day...an eReader!


I have a NOOK Color and a couple of my friends (one is my friend Beth from the Kenosha Coupon Queens) have the Kindle Fire.  We all love our eReaders. :)


I have never used a Kindle Fire so I had to ask a friend about the perks.  She mentioned that the Kindle seems to be more game friendly (she is in a household with a NOOK Color and a Kindle, one is hers and one is her hubby's).  Both are WiFi accessible and will keep a long charge.  My Nook can go weeks without having to be charged depending on how much I use it.
I use my NOOK Color everyday, I read before bed and take it with me just about everywhere.  I really like that the screen is so bright, I am able to read while Mr. Betsy is snoozing without having to have the light on.  I also really like that I can simply call a Barnes and Noble or go into a store if I have a question.
The NOOK and the Kindle both have their own benefits and they each have good and decent deals on eBooks and free books.

Kindle Fire, Full Color 7" Multi-touch Display, Wi-Fi$199

Barnes&Noble.com
NOOK Color $169

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Schwan's Dinner Review

Betsy and I had the chance to try out dinner from Schwan's.  We received a 7 pound ham, a box of au gratin potatoes, a triple berry, apple, rhubarb pie, and some vanilla ice cream.

The ham was boneless and pre-sliced, after I figured out how to make sure everything was ready at the same time I went to work preparing our meal.  Everything turned out looking really good.

I made some asparagus to go along with our dinner.

The ham was very tasty and the potatoes were creamy and cheesy and with a nice crunchy top crust.  The prep couldn't be easier, you barely have to do anything and there were plenty of leftovers for lunch the next day.

As easy as dinner was to make, dessert was even easier.

You just cut some slits in the pie crust and wrap the edges in foil to keep them from burning, I used my pie crust shield.

The crust turned out a nice golden brown.

After letting it cool, we cut into this jam packed pie, that is full of fruit.

And of course when you add the ice cream you make pie even better.

Everything turned out great, getting everything pre-made means making dinner is easy.  Ordering from Schwan's is a great option when you want to make your family a complete dinner, but don't necessarily have the time.  Place an order now and turn any given weeknight into Sunday night dinner or to give mom the day off from cooking on Mother's Day!

Thanks for reading.

-Mr. Betsy


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BOGO FREE from e.l.f. Cosmetics

This week, you will be able to Buy One, Get One Free from the Mother's Day Picks at e.l.f. Cosmetics! Take advantage of this offer now through 4/23.  Use coupon code FORMOM at checkout.
The selection available is awesome...and all for a great price.  Now is the time to stock up on makeup!

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P&G Everyday Solutions Sweepstakes: Enter to win Home Theatre Package from Panasonic or $50 Visa Gift Card

P&G Everday Solutions has a great and fun new promotion! The Let The Games Begin Sweepstakes gives you a chance to win a home theater package by Panasonic – along with the weekly prize of a $50 Visa pre-paid debit card. In order to enter, you will need to submit a photo of your family with your favorite P&G products and tell them how P&aG products help you gear up for spring.

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Scrapbook Expo 4/20 and 4/21

Scrapbook Expo
Friday, April 20th from 9am-6pm and Saturday, April 21st from 9am-5pm
Wisconsin State Fair Park Exposition Center
Admission is $9 per day

There will be make and takes, workshops and classes, door prizes, and more.

(Only single seat umbrella strollers are allowed on the floor.)




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Free Gift and Free Shipping online from philosophy!

free gift of summer grace with $50 purchase 4/18 - 4/22. enter promo code 'mothersday'. shop now!
What a great time to get your favorites!  I think the free gift of Summer Grace would be the perfect gift for mom or an excellent end of the school year gift for your child's teacher!    When you purchase $50 worth of items you also get FREE SHIPPING!

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52 places to try in Wisconsin...Fava Tea Company

Seriously, this place is neat!  I can't wait to finish my teas and head back. :)  I love that they are Wisconsin based too!  A couple in Appleton strted this company (I believe).  I visited the location in Greenfield.  Fava Tea Company is customer friendly and the staff is very knowledgable.



Would we go back? YES!


Did I get a deal? No.


Foursquare: I checked in.
Restaurant.com: N/A
Groupon: N/A
Scavenger: N/A
Coupon: N/A
Review from location: No.  


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$1 Subs at Jimmy John's Grand Opening on 27th Street Thursday, May 3

Jimmy John's has opened a new location at 3632 S. 27th St (right next to Buffalo Wild Wings).  The Grand Opening is Thursday, May 3 and they will be offering $1 subs from 11 am until 3 pm on that day only.  
Don't worry, we'll remind you!


They will also be offering 10% of their sales to select area schools that day from 10 am to 9 pm.  My children's school will be one of them!  I will be there, what about you?




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Pay just $20 for $40 worth of Eco-Friendly Baby Products from EcoMom

Head over to Mamasource where you will be able to get a great deal on Eco-Friendly products at ecomom.  You will pay just $20 for $40 worth of product.  Choose from the selection of top quality brands such as Plum Organics, Melissa and Doug, and gDiapers.  Create a healthier, happier lifestyle for the whole family with natural products from ecomom. You’ll find hundreds of convenient, cost-effective ways to help make the planet a better place for your children and grandchildren. From eco-safe diapers to environmentally friendly toys, games, books, and more, the site offers everything you need for a healthier, more socially responsible lifestyle. All products are family-tested for quality, practicality, and value. And with today’s voucher, you’ll get twice the “green” for your green.

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Oil Change, Kalahari Resorts, Swimtastic Party, and more!

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Super-Lube

Full-Service Oil Change and a Gas Treatment $24 ($48 value)

Check out this LivingSocial Escape at the Kalahari Resorts in Wisconsin Dells!

A One-Night Stay on Sundays through Thursdays for Up to Six Guests in a Two Room Family Suite from Now to May 23, 2012 ($159)

• Or, a One-Night Stay on Fridays for Up to Six Guests in a Two Room Family Suite on April 20, April 27, May 11, or May 18, 2012 ($199)
• Waterpark Admission for All Guests from Noon on Day of Arrival to Closing Time on Day of Departure
• Indoor Theme Park Passes for Up to Four Guests

Big Fun Atop Delavan Lake

Lake Lawn Resort • Delavan, WI

• A One-Night Stay for Two, Sundays through Fridays, in a Luxury Lodge King or Queen Room and a $50 Resort Credit ($109)
• Or, a One-Night Stay for Two, Any Day of the Week, in a Luxury Lodge King or Queen Room, a $75 Resort Credit, and Two 18-Hole Rounds of Golf ($249)

$125 for a two hour swimming party for up to 15 children and paper products and invitations are included!

Swimtastic Swim School

9702 Airways Court

Franklin, WI 53132

414-421-7946 

$20 for $40 worth of food and drink at Dehne's Upper 90 Sprots Pub

322 W. State Street

Milwaukee, WI 53203

414-988-9372

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Want to feel the wind in your hair? Check out this exhilarating deal! (Plus others!)

Skydive Midwest – South Milwaukee

$149 for Tandem Skydive Jump (Up to $229 Value)

Core Essence Yoga – Milwaukee

One or Three 60-Minute Thai Massages or One 90-Minute Thai Massage (Up to 71% Off)

Don Tilo's Mexican Restaurant – Historic Mitchell Street

Mexican Meal for Two or Four with Guacamole, Entrees, and Margaritas or Soda (Up to 56% Off)

Endter's Sports Grill – Hartland

Sandwiches or Wraps for Two or Four or One 16-Inch Pizza with Up to Three Toppings (Up to 55% Off)

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Printable Coupons to help you save on Candy: Wonka and Nestle

Check out these great candy coupons right now on Coupon Network!

$1.25 off when you buy any TWO bags of WONKA Candy (12 oz or larger)
$2.00 off when you buy any TWO NESTLE Miniatures Bags (19.75 – 40 oz)

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$0.80 + $0.30 = $1.10 In Savings!
80¢ off when you buy any ONE POST Honey Bunches of Oats NEW Fruit Blends

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Groupon 4/18: Envirosax, Hypoallergenic Pillows, DIY Home Energy Saving Kit, Floating Chinese Sky Lanterns, I See Me!, and more!

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$15 for a Set of Four Envirosax Designer Reusable Bags ($35.80 Value). Multiple Styles Available.

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Two Standard- or Queen-Size 100% Natural Hypoallergenic Dream Mate Pillows (Up to 61% Off)

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$29 for a Kiwi Choice U-Powered Portable Solar and USB Mobile Device Charger ($59.99 Value)

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The Green Garmento Reusable Garment Bags (Up to Half Off). Multiple Bundles Available.

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Eco-Friendly Body Products, Housewares, and Garden Supplies (Half Off). Two Options Available.

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Fragrances and Bath and Beauty Products (53% Off)

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$15 for $30 Worth of Reusable Snack and Sandwich Bags

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Freedom Bras – 

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Men's Swiss Legend Watch – 

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Women's Swiss Legend Watch – 

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All-in-One PC and LCD Monitor –

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Simmons Beautyrest Classic Mattress – 

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MLB Original ProToast Toaster – 

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NuGlow Anti-aging Skincare Set – 

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Foldable Ciao Bella Ballad Flats – 

$25 for a Pair of Foldable Ciao Bella Ballad Flats ($46.95 Value). Multiple Colors Available. Shipping Included.

Microfiber-Embossed Comforter – 

Microfiber-Embossed Down Alternative Comforter with Optional Two Pillows (Up to 67% Off). Four Sizes Available.

Personalized Canvas Pop Art –

$49 for a 16''x16'' Four-Panel Pop Art on Gallery-Wrap Stretched Canvas from myDaVinci ($136.80 Value)

Silicone Baking Set –

$19 for a Silicone Baking Pan Liner and Three Silicone Spatulas ($54.98 Value)

Hand Sanitizers with Aloe & Vitamin E – 

$15 for a 30-Pack of 2 Oz. Spa Originals Instant Hand Sanitizers with Aloe & Vitamin E ($89.99 Value)

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Lacy Bella Designs –

Custom Vinyl Wall Decals (Up to 58% Off). Two Options Available.

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PalmerCash –

Casual Apparel and Accessories for Men, Women, and Kids (Up to 53% Off)

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Tommy Moloney's – 

Irish Meats, Groceries, and Gifts (Up to 57% Off). Two Options Available.

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Delphine – 

Letterpress Wedding Invitations, Custom Stationery, and Fine Paper Goods (Up to 63% Off)

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I See Me! –

$15 for $30 Toward Personalized Children's Book

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Maryland Blue Crab Express – 

Fresh Seafood Package (Up to 53% Off). Four Packages Available.

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Canvas on Demand – 

One Gallery-Wrapped Canvas with Shipping and Handling (Up to 65% Off). Three Sizes Available.

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Wine Insiders – 

$25 for $75 Worth of Wine

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Vistaprint – 

$17 for $70 Worth of Custom-Printing Services

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Zaggora – 

Weight-Loss HotPants in Shorts, Capri, or Flare Style (Up to 64% Off)

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Bartending College Online –

Online Bartending Course with Optional Mixing Kit (Up to 67% Off)

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Kaplan Online Test Prep Class – 

$149 for a Kaplan On Demand Online SAT- or ACT-Preparation Course ($299 Value)

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Paper Concierge – 

Personalized iPhone Cases, Gifts, and Stationery. Two Options Available.

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