What?

I don't know about you, but my oldest has been asking for these Silly Bandz

bracelets for a while. I had no idea what they were until today. I finally found them at Learning Express Toys in Exton. Really? Why couldn't I have thought about this for an invention. I need a multi million idea.

Here are some fun deals for you:

Dream Dinners of West Chester - donated a $75 gc.

Learning Allegro Music - $50 gift certificate for Learning Allegro which would be good for private lessons, music circles, birthday parties, or summer programs. They are located in Chester Springs, PA.

Learning Express Toys of Exton - donated 3 toys. My youngest already has her eyes set on one of them.

Additional companies that made donations to for the fair/bake sale are:

ACME, Giant Food Stores, Wegmans, Philly Pretzel Factory of Lionville, Sweet Things Bakery, Anothony's Pizza, WAWA, and Rita's Water Ice.

Ahhhhhhh......

There is a spring in my step as flowers and trees are blooming. I just love all the colors of the spring season. Now if only I could do something about the bees and wasps and all would be good, except we wouldn't have all these beautiful flowers and trees around. Needless to say we just deal with it, and I hope that my kids won't be so terrified by the bugs.

Here are some things to put a spring in your step:

Boulder Falls Miniature Golf - $25 gc

Bounce U - 2 free open bounce sessions - $18 value

Carrabba's Italian Grill - $45 gc and a basket of goodies - Total value $75

Chick Fil A - 2 certificates for a small nugget party tray - Value $22 each

Delaware Children's Theater - 4 tickets to any Saturday performance for 2010-2011 family subscription series - $40 value

Keswick Theatre - 4 tickets to Beauty and the Beast on Monday, May 24th 2010 at 10:15am. Located in Glenside, PA (near Philadelphia) $30

Stein Mart - Spruce up your home with a lovely basket of home goods - $35 value

The Desmond - $25 gc, not valid on Easter or Mother's Day

Philadelphia Rock Gyms - 3 certificates for one of the following services: Intro to climbing (aged 16 or older); Family Climb package (Sundays 2-4pm at their Valley location only); Family Intro package (Intro to climbing for 1 parent and 2 children). They have 2 locations PRG Valley (near Downingtown/Exton) and PRG Oaks (Near King of Prussia...). $30-59 value each

Sawhorse Concepts - will powerwash a deck or large porch. The contact is John Stites $200 value. Minimum bid starts at $50.

Shannon Marie Photography

Get some cherished photos done by Shannon McLauchlan, Owner of Shannon Marie Photography. From her website, her "style consists of Candids and Lifestyle Portraiture. What does that mean? Think of me as your personal paparazzi. I may give some direction but my main focus is to let you be yourself- without the forced smiles and tense poses. Your session will take place at a mutually agreed upon location. This might mean your house or a local park. Maybe you want something a little more Urban? No idea's? Leave it to me! "
The donation consists of: A Mini Session for a Children's Photography Session, (2) Digital Negatives, (1) 8x10 Art Print, and a custom OOAK 8x10 frame valued at $300.

Spring Break

I am definitely ready for spring break. The last few days were crazy with school functions, practice and various appointments. I just want to sit, relax and not rush to go anywhere. Have a wonderful Spring Break. Here are more great things for the auction:

Bed, Bath & Beyond - $25 gift card
BJ's Wholesale Club - 1 year membership - $45 value
Ron's Original Bar & Grill - Voucher for four standard "ovals". Expires 10/2010. Value $28
Timeless Dwellings - Two hour in-home design consultation with Katie Micciolo. Value $200. Minimum bid starts at $50.

Sunny Days

This weather is just amazing. My youngest seems to think that it is warm enough to sunbathe in the stream of sunlight hitting our family room floor. She had on her sunglasses, her clothes (thankfully) and even got a wet towel because her forehead was getting "sweaty". I think she is giving me the right idea that I should take a moment to sit outside to soak up some sun. Also, if you do go to Rita's Water Ice for free water ice on the first day of Spring (this Saturday) be ready to stand in some lines. We ended up waiting a half hour for water ice on opening day, but it was worth it.

More wonderful things have come in:
Allure Medi-Spa - $105 towards a spa service - Minimum bid starts at $26
Distinctive Gardens - $25 gift card
Hampton Inn of Downingtown/Exton - 1 night stay. This includes a hot continental breakfast, local calls and more. Expires 3/2011. Value $139. Minimum bid starts at $35
My Gym - 4 weeks of free classes at their Lionville Location. Expires 6/30/10. Value $70
Power Play Rinks of Exton - 15 public skate passes (skate rental is extra). Value $
Sweet & Sassy of Exton - Glittery Glam X-press Package for an up-do, make up app, just a polish and a special gift. Value $24.95 (Gratuity not included.)
Wyncote Golf Club - Two weekday Greens Fees, Monday-Friday (must purchase cart and excludes holidays). Expires 12/31/10. Value $98. Minimum bid starts at $25
YMCA of the Brandywine Valley - 1 month indoor family membership (valid at all YMCAs of the Brandywine Valley), expires 3/2011 - Value $122 - Minimum bid starts at $30

Spring Forward

With time moving forward an hour maybe my kids will finally sleep in until 7AM. They are such early risers at times and I refuse to get out of bed before 7. My oldest is pretty good as she will play or read in her room but my youngest always comes to greet me bright and early in the morning. We'll see what happens this weekend.

More wonderful things have in:

DANSKO - A $60 gift card towards a pair of their shoes. DANSKO has an outlet in West Grove, PA.

Longwood Gardens - 2 tickets - $32 value

Rita's Water Ice - Will be donating vouchers for free kids size water ice. Be sure to get yours at the fair registration table.

The Desmond - Sunday Brunch for Two; not valid on Easter or Mother's Day- $38 value

The Sly Fox in Phoenixville - 2 $25 gift cards - $50 value

Hooray!

There is a spring to my step today as the sun is out and the snow is melting. Grass is poking out once again and the temperatures will be in the 50s this weekend. To celebrate I plan to take the kids out for water ice. Rita's opens today and that is reason enough to visit. Make sure you visit Rita's on the first day of Spring too for your free water ice. Only 15 days away for that.

Here are some other goodies that have come in:
All Star Baseball Academy Camp - for ages 7-12. Locations vary. $185 value. Minimum bid $46
Applebee's - $25 gift card towards their catering menu
Brandywine Ballet - 2 tickets to The Nutcracker - $54 value
Cherry Crest Farm - family pass to their adventure farm - $60 value
Chuck E. Cheese - family fun pass for 1 large pizza, 4 drinks and 30 tokens - $35 value
Outback Steakhouse - $25 gift card
Rainbow Dinner Theater - Two tickets to dinner and a show (excluding Saturday evenings) - $96 value. Minimum bid $24

The Downingotwn Bicycle Shop - One youth bike helmet, size 50-57cm. - $35 value

The People's Light and Theater Company - Two tickets to any Sunday thru Thursday performance and Saturday matinee. Excludes Holiday show. Value $82