Kelly Wilson's Blog, page 77
November 4, 2013
Wolverine Needs Tubas
This is Husband. He’s a junior high and high school band director. So not only does he teach 50+ hormonal kids PER CLASS every day, he delights in handing them giant noisemakers and then manages to turn them into musical geniuses. The photo above is a fundraiser he’s done over the last few years involving […]
Published on November 04, 2013 07:00
Five Strange Christmas Traditions
Christmas is an odd time of year – perhaps the oddest of all the special occasions crammed into 12 months. But while you may think it strange that children all over the world sit waiting for a fat man in a red suit to come down the chimney to hand out presents – after […]
Published on November 04, 2013 06:30
October 31, 2013
Happy Halloween!
Tonight as you deal With Trick or Treat, I wish you lots of Chocolate to eat. A glass of wine, a bottle of beer, a flask to put you in good cheer. Cuz although it’s fun for Your kids and your mutt, Halloween is a big fat Pain in the Butt. HAPPY HALLOWEEN! Be safe […]
Published on October 31, 2013 08:00
More Treats, Less Tricks
Putting on costumes and visiting houses to get candy and other treats is on most adults’ list of favorite childhood memories. Now that you’re a parent, safety concerns may make you think twice before sending your little ghosts and goblins out for a night of Halloween fun. But following some simple safety rules and preparing […]
Published on October 31, 2013 07:30
October 30, 2013
IHOP Scary Face Pancake Returning TOMORROW (10/31)
Fun! All kids aged 12 and under get a free scary face pancake between 7am and 10pm on Thursday October 31 at participating IHOP locations. One per child and dine in only. ~Kelly
Published on October 30, 2013 08:00
Burgerville BOGO Pumpkin Shakes 10/31 ONLY
As far as fast food places go, Burgerville is the only one I visit anymore. I blame Portlandia and Supersize Me. Tomorrow – 10/31 – ONLY, Burgerville is offering BOGO Pumpkin shakes. No coupon necessary! ~Kelly
Published on October 30, 2013 07:30
October 29, 2013
Pumpkin Spice for Lady Parts
So there really IS Pumpkin Spice for everything. I don’t generally go into the Pumpkin Everything during this time of year, although I do love Fall. It is my favorite. But I found myself last Sunday jonesing for some pumpkin bread so I headed to the store and bought a can of pumpkin and pumpkin […]
Published on October 29, 2013 08:00
Planning the Spookiest Halloween Party of 2013
It is the season where we can release our inner witches and ghouls, but how do we create the perfect Halloween party atmosphere. If you are planning a killer Halloween party, then the handy tips in this infographic will help you to knock your guests dead. Transforming your home into a terrifying dungeon, providing wicked […]
Published on October 29, 2013 07:30
October 28, 2013
Kids Eat Free At Sweet Tomatoes
This week is going to be chaotic, whether you like Halloween or not. It might be worth heading to Sweet Tomatoes since Kids EAT FOR FREE THIS WEEK through 10/31 (no coupon necessary). I’m sure it’s one kid per adult entree purchase, but I don’t know that for sure. If you don’t have kids, here […]
Published on October 28, 2013 08:00
The Day After Halloween
Everyone has his or her favorite day of the year. For some it’s Christmas Morning. For others it’s their Birthday, the Last Day of School, or the First Day of the new football season. My favorite day is the day following Halloween. No, it’s not because that happens to be All Saints Day or the […]
Published on October 28, 2013 07:30


