Word of the Day: Capricious Definition: Subject to sudden, illogical change, or fantastic notion Used in a sentence: One cannot depend on him, he is too capricious.

Hello Thursday.

Sorry this is late, but I’m not feeling so great this morning so getting work done is taking a little more time than usual. Okay, a LOT more time. Luckily I have Lucy the Snuggle Puggle to keep me company and to love. Fun fact: I have not left the house since Saturday. It’s nice to know if I ever needed to seal off all my windows and doors with duct tape and hide inside my house for a week I won’t go stir crazy.

🙂 🙂 🙂 🙂 Get out there and BE AWESOME. 🙂 🙂 🙂 🙂

♥ Mavis and Lucy

Amazon Gold Box Deal of the Day – Brother MFC-J870DW Wireless All-in-One Color Printer $79.99

Amazon Bonus Deal of the Day – Up to 50% Off Select Energizer Outdoor Lighting and Batteries

Available Kindle Books I think are cool…

• SUNDAY SAUCE – When Italian Americans Cook Free {Grab it!!!}
• The Happy Herbivore Cookbook $1.99
• Worthy $3.99
• Preschool Reading Success in Just 5 Minutes a Day Free
• Crush It with Kindle: Self-Publish Your Books on Kindle  Free
• Thrive Anyway: You Can Heal Your Broken Heart Free
• Kids Jokes: Jokes For Kids Free

The prices on Kindle Books can change quickly, so grab them while you can. Don’t have a Kindle? Download the kindle app on your other devices. It’s easy! 🙂

Amazon Subscribe and Save Deals:

• Grove Square Cappuccino, French Vanilla, 24 Count Single Serve Cups $7.14 shipped with subscribe and save.
• 3- Pack Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day Liquid Hand Soap $8.08 shipped after you clip the 20% off coupon and use the subscribe and save option.
• 3-Pack Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day Multi-Surface Everyday Cleaner, 16 Fluid Ounce Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day Multi-Surface Everyday Cleaner, $8.08 shipped after you clip the 20% off coupon and use the subscribe and save option.
• 3-Pack Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day Liquid Dish Soap 16 Fluid Ounce $8.08 shipped after you clip the 20% off coupon and use the subscribe and save option.
• Larabar Gluten Free Fruit & Nut Food Bar, Blueberry Muffin, 16 – 1.6 Ounce Bars $11.02 shipped when you clip the 20% off coupon and use the subscribe and save option.
• San Francisco Bay OneCup, Breakfast Blend, 80 Single Serve Coffees $26.17 shipped with subscribe and save.

Find out How to Power Nap Like a Pro. And I’m a pro. Find more cool tips on my Everyday Life Pinterest Board.

Amazon has the highly rated {5 Stars!} TaoTronics Camping Lantern Led Lantern for Camping Hiking Fishing and Emergencies on sale for $7.99. This ships FREE with Amazon Prime. 

Amazon has the NY Deal Women’s Smoked Tube Dress Cover Up on sale for $11.50 and there are 4 colors to choose from. Perfect for summer. 

Lane Bryant is having a Flash Sale today with savings up to 40% – 50% off when you use code SUNNYLB at checkout.

Calling all you pencil snobs… get a Box of 96 Dixon Ticonderoga Wood-Cased #2 HB Pencils for just $12.99. Free Shipping if you have Amazon Prime. 

Amazon also has the highly rated Fujifilm FinePix S8600 16 MP Digital Camera with 3.0-Inch LCD on sale for $140. Great deal on a great camera. 

Gymboree is offering 25% off new arrivals plus FREE Shipping {with no minimum}. If you have Gymbucks to spend, now is the time to redeem them!!

If your kiddos are headed to summer camp {or you have a camping trip in your future} Amazon has the 3-Pack of Multi-purpose Microfiber Fast Drying Travel  Towels, 13 Inch X 29 Inch on sale for $9.50. 

Slap some butter on these Heirloom Carrot Cake Pancakes when they are warm and top them with some maple syrup and they just might change your life! {Pin it for Later} Find more recipes on my Carrot Recipes Pinterest Board.

REI Outlet Deal of the Day – Men’s The North Face FuseForm Dot Matrix Rain Jacket $98.73 shipped {was $199}. Plus through July 17th, you can score 25% off one REI Outlet item.  No coupon code needed {discount will be taken at checkout}.

The Home Depot Special Value of the Day – UP TO 40% OFF SELECT WATER FILTERS

*These are all Amazon Add-on Items and they will ship with qualifying orders over $25 and are eligible for free shipping on $25 orders with Amazon Prime {or will ship FREE on $35 orders without Prime}. 

Looking for a dreamy new bed? Groupon has the Tufted Upholstered Wingback Platform Bed on sale for $539 {queen} and $599 {king} shipped. I LOVE this!!! New to Groupon? Join Groupon Here!

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Word of the Day: Scoria Definition: Slag, refuse from reduction of metals Used in a sentence: The scoria of the mines was used to fill up the trenches.

Hellooooo.

Is it really Wednesday already? Well, I am happy to report that after 2 days of doing nothing {not even leaving my bedroom} I am on the mend. I am not 100% better {maybe 50%} but I’m getting there.

And thank you. Thank you for all the sweet comments, suggestions and emails. YOU ARE THE BEST.

My goal is to work a online for a couple of hours this morning, then pop back in bed for a little rest, then hop back on the blog later this afternoon to check in and get a little more work done.

I hope you have a wonderful day, and thanks again for all the well wishes.

♥ Mavis

If you are an Amazon Prime member, today is your lucky day because today is HAPPY PRIME DAY on Amazon with deals better than black Friday.

So if you’re in the mood to shop, pop on over HERE and check out the awesomeness! If you are not an Amazon Prime member, you can still take advantage of the deals by signing up for a FREE 30 Trial membership.

Amazon Gold Box Deal of the Day – Husqvarna  22-Inch Mower 

Attention Amazon Prime Members: Today only if you buy a 3-Pack of Amazon Gift Cards you’ll score a $10 Amazon credit as a bonus! Go HERE, add the gift cards to your basket and use code PRIMEGCS at checkout. The $10 promotional credit will be sent within one day of shipment to the email address associated with your Amazon account. Offer valid to one promo code per customer and account. Wahooo!

Available Kindle Books I think are cool…

• The Ultimate Beginners Guide to Foraging Wild Edibles Free
• Dog Food Recipes Free
• Dishing Up Maine: 165 Recipes That Capture Authentic Down East Flavors $2.51
• How to Tell If Your Cat Is Plotting to Kill You $7.12
• Personal Finance For Beginners In 30 Minutes Free
• Homemade Cheese – The Ultimate Recipe Guide Free
• Thrift: Making Massive Money from items at Thrift Store Prices Free

The prices on Kindle Books can change quickly, so grab them while you can. Don’t have a Kindle? Download the kindle app on your other devices. It’s easy! 🙂

Amazon Subscribe and Save

• Garnier Fructis Fall Fight Shampoo For Falling Breaking Hair, 13 Fluid Ounce $1.75 shipped when you clip the 20% off coupon and use subscribe and save.
• 5-Count Gillette Sensor2 Plus Men’s Disposable Razor $2.69 shipped when you clip the $3.00 off coupon and use the subscribe and save option.
• Dixie Heavy Duty Paper Plates, 6.875 Inch, 48 Count (Pack of 3) $7.77 shipped with subscribe and save.
• Pack of 24 Scotch-Brite Greener Clean Absorbent Sponges $9.15 shipped when you clip the 20% off coupon and use subscribe and save.
• Oxiclean Versatile Stain Remover, 7.22 Pounds $9.45 shipped with subscribe and save.

Bebe Bella has their Minky Baby Blankets on sale for $20 shipped when you use code ohbaby at checkout. These are SO SOFT and would make an excellent baby shower gift. No limit!!

Have a camping trip coming up? Check out these 10 Ways to Save Money on Your Camping Trip. Find more cool tips on my Everyday Life Pinterest Board.

Attention Amazon Prime Members: Spend $75 on Select Health & Personal Care Products found on THIS PAGE and and Receive a Free $25 Amazon Gift Card!!!

Amazon has the Sport-Brella XL – Portable Sun and Weather Shelter on sale for $41.99 {blue}. Perfect for a day at the beach!

Groupon has the 6-Pack of Angelina Cotton Soft-Cup Wireless Racerback Bras on sale for $29.99 shipped! If you don’t have a Groupon account, sign up HERE.

Save up to 90% off retail prices on magazines with Amazon.com Summer Magazine Sale.

Looking for something fun {and inexpensive} to do with the kiddos this summer? Regal Cinemas is hosting the Summer Movie Express on Tuesdays & Wednesdays at 10am for nine weeks. Admission is $1 and a portion of the proceeds will benefit the Will Rogers Institute. Go HERE to see movies listings in your area.

Keep your kids busy this summer with Brain Quest Workbooks. Pre-K – 6th grade workbooks are on sale and ship FREE with Amazon Prime. {Retail is $12.95!}

• Brain Quest Workbook: Pre-K
• Brain Quest Workbook: Kindergarten
• Brain Quest Workbook: Grade 1
• Brain Quest Workbook, Grade 2
• Brain Quest Workbook: Grade 3
• Brain Quest Workbook: Grade 4
• Brain Quest Workbook: Grade 5
  
• Brain Quest Workbook: Grade 6

I know Carrot Cake Jam seems weird, but trust me on this one. You’ll be slathering it on everything! {Pin it for later} Find more recipes on my Carrot Recipes Pinterest Board.

REI Outlet Deal of the Day – insta-bed Queen Air Mattress with Insta I Pump $38.73 {was $79.97}. Plus through July 17th, you can score 25% off one REI Outlet item.  No coupon code needed {discount will be taken at checkout}.

The Home Depot Special Buy of the Day – UP TO 40% OFF SELECT GARAGE STORAGE

Amazon Add on Items:

• Sharpie Accent Pocket Style Highlighter, 12-Pack, Assorted Colors $4.97
• Earth’s Best Organic Stage 1, My First Fruits Variety Pack, 12 Count, 2.5 Ounce Jars $8.55

*These are all Amazon Add-on Items and they will ship with qualifying orders over $25 and are eligible for free shipping on $25 orders with Amazon Prime {or will ship FREE on $35 orders without Prime}. 

Zaycon Foods is now taking orders for their upcoming events. Below are their offerings and prices in my area.Go HERE to find out if this deal is available in your area.

• Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts $1.89/lb $75.60/case
• Fresh Ground Beef, Lean {93/7} – 40 lbs $3.99/lb | $159.60/case
•  Carvemaster Boneless Applewood Smoked Ham $3.79/lb | $83.38/case
•  Meaty Back Ribs $3.79/lb | $136.44/case
•  Bacon-Wrapped Pork Fillet $4.69/lb | $46.90/case
•  USDA Choice or Higher Chuck Roast $5.79/lb | $208.44/case
•  USDA Choice or Higher Patio Steaks $6.49/lb | $214.17/case
•  Smoked Pulled Pork – 20lb $4.49/lb | $89.80/case

Check out the post on how we process so much Zaycon meat at one time.

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Word of the Day: Heterogeneous Definition: Unlike, differing in kind Used in a sentence: The population of large cities is heterogenous.

Is it me, or does Lucy puggle look like she’s wearing piggy tails today? I LOVE her ears!!!

Do you have any plans for the weekend? Anything exciting?I am excited the weather will be cooling down a bit, I mean the high  temperatures have been great for the garden… but I think I could use a break.

Have a great weekend everyone

♥ Mavis & Lucy

Amazon Gold Box Deal of the Day – Up to 50% Off Select Allen Sports Deluxe Racks

Available Kindle Books I think are cool…

• The One I Was $1.99
• The Paperless Lifestyle: Do The Impossible! Free
• Preppers Garden Handbook Free
• Streetlights Like Fireworks Free
• The Essential Wok Cookbook $0.99
• Desserts in Jars Free
• Food: Your Miracle Medicine $0.99
• Along the Broken Road $4.49

The prices on Kindle Books can change quickly, so grab them while you can. Don’t have a Kindle? Download the kindle app on your other devices. It’s easy! 🙂

Amazon Subscribe and Save Deals:

• Barilla Pasta, Mezze Penne, 16 Ounce (Pack of 4) $4.14 shipped when you clip the 20% off coupon and use subscribe and save.
• Extra Sugar Free Gum, Smooth Mint, 15 Stick Slim Pack (Pack of 10) $6.43 shipped when you use subscribe and save.
• Miracle Whip Kraft Salad Dressing, Original, 5.0 Ounce (Pack of 12) $6.61 shipped {great for Camping!} when you use subscribe and save.
• AmazonBasics AA Performance Alkaline Batteries (20-Pack) $8.54 shipped with subscribe and save.
• Glad Tall Kitchen Drawstring Trash Bags, 13 Gallon, 90 Count $14.23 shipped with subscribe and save.

Hummingbirds are so cool. Make your own DIY Humming Bird Nectar and then watch the little guys flock to it. Find more cool projects on my DIY Pinterest Board.

Today only Krispy Kreme stores are celebrating their 78th birthday and you can get one dozen Original Glazed Doughnuts for just 78¢ when you purchase ANY dozen Doughnuts. Wahoo!

Get 60 Elmer’s Washable All-Purpose School Glue Sticks for $15.99. {Ships FREE with Amazon Prime. Your kids teacher will LOVE you. 😉 

Cents of Style is offering Tribe Bracelets for $9.95 plus FREE SHIPPING when you use code TRIBETIME at checkout.

Today Zulily is offering Coach, Kate Spade & More up to 50% off. These will likely sell out fast so if you are interested, hop to it. 

6pm has the Calvin Klein Matte Jersey Drape Neck Cami available in sizes XS- XL for $19.99 shipped.

If you’ve been waiting for a good deal on a camera, Amazon has the Canon EOS Rebel with a Complete Deluxe Accessory Bundle on sale for $549.95 shipped. This is the same camera I use everyday {and I LOVE MINE!}. 

Discount Mags is offering a 1 year subscription to KIPLINGER’S PERSONAL FINANCE MAGAZINE for only $6.99 a year when you use code MAVIS at checkout. This deal will expire 7/11/15 at midnight EST.

We’re calling these Nutella Filled Cinnamon Rolls a breakfast food not a dessert. Please don’t call the health police on us. They’re worth it! Get the recipe HERE or Pin it for Later. Find more recipes on my Breakfast Pinterest Board.

REI Outlet Deal of the Day – Woman’s The North Face Cyclone Hoodie $29.73 {was $60}

Tons of FREEBIES for Moms: Free Baby Slings, Free Car Seat Canopy, Free Uddercovers and More!

Here Kitty Kitty…. Amazon has the 24 Pack of Friskies Prime Filets Wet Cat Food on sale for $11.28 and it ships FREE with Amazon Prime. Meow.

Beat the heat with the Honeywell TurboForce Fan, HT-900, on sale right now for just $12.79 and it ships FREE with Amazon Prime.

The Home Depot Special Buy of the Day – Honeywell Deluxe Digital Non-Programmable Heat/Cool Thermostat $28.20 shipped.

Keep your nightstand clutter free with the 6 Pocket Bedside Book/Remote Caddy for just $8.31. {Ships FREE with Amazon Prime}. 

Attention Fred Meyer and Kroger Shoppers:  Today only you can download an eCoupon to your Fred Meyer/Kroger card valid for a Free 8 ounce bottle of Skinny Cow Creamy Iced Coffee. Simply load the ecoupon to your Fred Meyer/Kroger shopper card and claim your Juicy Fruit Gum by 7/26/15.

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$1.00 off ONE (1) ARM & HAMMER™ Cat Litter
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Word of the Day: Undulation Definition: Rising and falling as if on waves Used in a sentence: The undulation of the water caused a pleasant sensation.

Hello Thursday.

Last night I stayed up waaaaay to late watching old episodes of Downton Abbey {it’s free for Prime members}. Last week I decided I wanted to watch the series all over again from the beginning and right now I’m about halfway through the second season. It’s tough to watch when you know what’s going to happen {poor Matthew} but it’s also kind of fun to see the things you missed the first time around too. 🙂

I hope you have a great day,

♥ Mavis

Amazon Gold Box Deal of the Day – 35% Off a PORTER-CABLE 20-Volt MAX 6-Tool Combo Kit

• 1/2″ Drill/Driver and 1/4″ Impact Driver designed to deliver the power needed to complete various drilling and fastening applications
• 6 1/2″ Circular Saw and Reciprocating Tiger Saw both feature high performance motors for aggressive cutting applications
• Oscillating Multi-Tool variable speed dial and tool free blade change
• LED Flashlight illuminates dark work areas

Available Kindle Books I think are cool…

• One-Month Willpower Free
• Cary Grant: Dark Angel $1.99
• Grow Fruits: Inspiring Indoor Gardening Guide Free
• 101 Farmhouse Favorites $1.99
• Small Batch Preserving Made Easy $2.99
• New York City Travel Guide Free
• The Color of Secrets $1.99
• Understanding Metabolism $4.99

The prices on Kindle Books can change quickly, so grab them while you can. Don’t have a Kindle? Download the kindle app on your other devices. It’s easy! 🙂

Amazon Subscribe and Save Deals:

• Nesquik Ready To Drink Milk, Chocolate, 8 oz., 10 Count $7.58 shipped with subscribe and save.
• Traverse Bay Fruit Co. Dried Cherries, 14-Ounce Pouch $7.74 shipped with subscribe and save.
• Nestle Carnation Instant Nonfat Dry Milk, 25.6-Ounce $9.08 shipped when you clip the $1.00 off coupon and use the subscribe and save option. 
• Finish Powerball Tabs Dishwasher Detergent Tablets, Fresh Scent, 90 Count $9.12 shipped when you clip the 20% off coupon and use subscribe and save.
• CLIF KID ZBAR – Organic Energy Bar – Oatmeal Cookie – (18 Count) $9.68 shipped with subscribe and save.
• Palmolive Eco Gel Dishwasher Detergent, Lemon Splash, 45 Ounce (Pack of 3) $9.95 shipped with subscribe and save. 
• Cottonelle Ultra Comfort Care Toilet Paper, Double Roll Economy Plus Pack, 32 Count $15.16 shipped with subscribe and save.

How prepared are you? Do you have your 72 hour kit ready? Here’s my guide on a DIY 72 Hour Emergency Kit. Find more cool projects on my DIY Pinterest Board.

The REI Deal of the Day is the Kelty Luxury Pillow on sale for $16.73 {was $34.95}.

Looking for a great gift for a college student? Amazon has the 8 pocket, Mesh Shower Caddy on sale for $5.99 shipped! *Great reviews!!

Amazon Prime special offer: Get a 3-month free trial to Audible. 

Right now Amazon Prime members can get a 3-month FREE trial for Audible!!! {I like to listen to audiobooks while I garden.} With over 150,000 titles to choose from you’d be CRAZY to pass up this freebie. Listen with the FREE Audible app on your smartphone or tablet. Yee-Haw!

Now is the time to order seeds for your fall garden! Botanical Interests is offering FREE shipping on all orders over $40.

Shop the Crazy8 Big and Bright Clearance Event with items as low as $1.88.

Groupon has Waterproof Quilted Reversible Furniture Slipcover for Chair, Loveseat, or Sofa from $22.99–$29.99. New to Groupon? Join Groupon Here then go HERE to get this deal.

Walmart Special Value of the Day – Faded Glory Women’s Belted Maxi Dress $8.00.

6pm has the Woman’s ASICS GEL-Contend 2 shoes on sale for $37.99 shipped.

Attention Golfers… Zulily has Cutter and Buck for Woman on sale with savings up to 70% off. Deals on top and skirts starting at $11.99.

Before making these Blackberry Ricotta Scones, I only ever used ricotta in my lasagna. Now when I buy some ricotta, I have to force myself to save it for my lasagna recipe or I’ll make these every time! Get the recipe HERE or Pin it for Later. Find more recipes on my Breakfast Pinterest Board.

Amazon has the Rubbermaid 34-Piece Easy Find Lid Lock Food Storage Container on sale for $19.99 and it ships FREE with Amazon Prime. Yee-Haw!

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