Who’s seen the new Gillette commercial? 🙋♀️ Who’s onboard with it? Who’s offended? Who couldn’t care less either way? Are companies getting to political…do we have to have a moral dilemma before purchasing each item on our grocery list? Also, why we are on the topic why are women’s razors more expensive than men’s? We are discussing these questions & more on today’s podcast, click on link to listen in, tag friends, & let’s get this weekend’s hot topic started!
What if I told you that you could save money, time, possibly your family’s lives, & finally solve the case of the missing socks all with one service visit? Does it sound too good to be true?! Well, it does take a wizard! More on that in a minute, but first, here are some alarming facts….
Hard Facts/Keep Your Children Safe:
◦A small, contained dryer vent fire can cost $5,000 to $20,000.
◦A large fire can result in total property loss and could quickly spread throughout a neighborhood or multi-family complex causing a catastrophic amount of damage.
◦ Mold: One of the most important functions of a dryer vent system is to eliminate moisture during the drying process. If a dryer vent is crushed in certain areas or blocked with lint, the moisture can become trapped, which can lead to mold. Mold is known to cause both structural damage and health problems, like allergies and irritation in the nose, throat and lungs.
◦ Carbon Monoxide: Gas dryers can put your family at risk for carbon monoxide poisoning if they are not properly maintained. When dryer vents become clogged with lint, bird nests or other items, exhaust fumes cannot properly exit the vent line, leading to obstructions that allow harmful gases to build up inside the home.
◦ Bacteria Growth: Like any other surface in your home, dryer vents can become a breeding ground for harmful bacteria and fungi if they aren’t properly cared for. Debris such as lint, nests, rodents and animal droppings, that build up inside the vents can cause germs to spread throughout the home, leading to an increase in allergies, headaches and overall sickness.
So basically your dryer could potentially be the hitman of appliances, just waiting to take out your entire home in a house fire, or slowly erode at your family’s health with bacteria, fungi, & mold. No Thank you! Which is why I called the Wizard, Dryer Vent Wizard, and had them come out ASAP!
It was super easy, convenient, and the customer service was stellar! I simply set up an appointment (call, (567) 200-4192), they came out, ran some diagnostics on my dryer, I got schooled on the proper way to actually run my dryer (turns out I was wasting SO much time, money, & energy using the setting I was running it on) informed me of the low quality air flow in my dryer, I found out the tubing they used to install my dryer wasn’t up to code (most aren’t, shocking, right!?!), & that he could fix all the problems & clean out the dryer, which would result in a savings of time and money in the long run and also give this momma peace of mind knowing her kiddos would be safe!
Bonus- life gets busy with kids & who can remember to maintain their dryer? Honesty it’s the VERY last thing on my list. Dryer Vent Wizard offers a lifetime reminder option for only $29 which gives you 20% off the cost of the cleaning & service fee is waived. WINNING!
So what are you waiting for? Contact Dryer Vent Wizard today & finally locate all those missing socks…did you know they could actually be somewhere in your dryer?!
Phone: (567) 200-4192
Website: https://www.toledodryervent.com/multi-unit-dryer-vent-cleaning
$10, $25, $40? How much should we spend on a child’s b-day party gift? Does it matter where the party is at? If the parents are forking over $400+ on the party are we expected to bring a more expensive gift? Or is it truly the thought that counts? Today’s hot topic is, kids’ bday party gift dilemma…how do you decide how much to spend?
Click on link to hear our thoughts & please share yours
We’ve been on a much needed break but we’re back with this week’s hot topic for the mommas…is it okay to bring wine to a play date?
And this time we thought it might be fun to get the kids perspective…click on link to be directed to the podcast & please share your thoughts on this topic.
Holiday Activities that Incorporate Faith
This season, be intentional about including faith into your holiday cheer. Now is the perfect time to reflect on your relationship with friends, family, and God by bonding through Christ focused activities. Rekindle your faith while indulging in all the fun this time of year has to bring!
Fill Stockings with Love Not Things
‘Tis the season to hang your stockings by the chimney with care! Stockings are easily the most exciting part of Christmas. Your children will eagerly wait for Christmas morning to come, before peering inside their stocking to see all of the small surprises that await them. This year, let your family have an early peek!
Make holiday stockings filled with meaningful letters of appreciation or photos of memories you’ve shared with your family. After giving the stockings to your family, help your children make their own for a classmate, neighbor, or cousin! This will help them focus on gifting more love than they do things.
Put a Faith-filled Twist on “Elf on the Shelf”
Elf on the shelf is a popular Christmas game that’s perfect for getting your little ones engaging with the season. Put a twist on this beloved game in order to get them just as captivated by the holiday’s faith. There are tons of alternatives to the cheerful elf! Swap him out for a baby jesus or a structured character likeMelk the Monkey, who teaches specifically about God. Your children will still get to participate in the surprises that come with an Elf on the Shelf, but in a way that leads them into grace rather than mischief!
Holiday Movie Night
On those snowy, colder nights, nothing beats cozying up on the couch for a movie! Get into the spirit of the season with Christ-centered Christmas movies that will remind your family of the true meaning of the holiday. Make your movie night one to remember by decorating your family room with colorful decor. Hang garland and white lights to set a dim ambiance. Sip on some holiday flavors by making a hot cocoa bar! Put out cinnamon sticks, peppermint candies, chocolate chips, and whipped cream to make the ultimate cup of nog. To really satisfy your sweet tooth throughout the movie, snack on these adorable Santa’s hat cupcakes.
Throw a Birthday Party for Jesus
With all of the advertisements and holiday festivities taking up our time, it can be easy for the real reason for Christmas to become swallowed up. Remind your child of why Christmas is celebrated by planning a birthday party for Jesus. After all, Christmas is his day of birth!
Not only will this give your family a reason to throw a fun celebration on Christmas Eve, but it will also encourage your children to focus more on giving back to Jesus than expecting gifts for themselves.
Read Together
Take the time this month to read the Christmas Story from the Bible with your children, found in the book of Luke. Not only are there tremendous benefits of reading together as a family, but it provides a timely opportunity to teach your children about a significant story in the Bible. Read a piece each night before going to bed. Your children will look forward to seeing how the story unfolds!
Bring Christ into your home decor
There are tons of wonderful bible verses that would serve as a lovely addition to your home decor! Set aside time for a crafting day with your family. Get canvases, painting supplies, and print out holiday verses. Have your family each pick a verse and paint it onto their canvas. Hang up the canvases in the room you spend most of your time together, such as the living or dining room and kitchen.
Send Christmas cheer to missionaries
During this time of year, there are many missionaries that are unable to return home for the holidays. Help your family spread some holiday cheer to those away from their loved ones this season! Make homemade season’s greetings with personalized holiday messages, including a thank you for all of the work they’re doing to spread faith and help others.
The gift of an experience is the gift that lasts a lifetime and no one can put a price on a treasured memory…or maybe we can? How does buy one ticket, get one half-off sound? Or better yet, free?
ELF The Musical will be live on stage at the Stranahan Theater, December 11 – 16! And Mom on the go in Holy Toledo followers have the opportunity to be entered to win a family 4-pack tickets to the opening night performance!! (Tuesday, December 11th @ 7:30pm)
Broadway’s holiday hit musical is the hilarious tale of Buddy, a young orphan child who mistakenly crawls into Santa’s bag of gifts and is transported back to the North Pole. With Santa’s permission, he embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father, discover his true identity, and help New York recall the true meaning of Christmas. This modern day Christmas classic is sure to make everyone embrace their inner ELF.
Stranahan Theater, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd, Toledo, OH, 43614
Tuesday, December 11, 2018: 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, December 12, 2018: 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, December 13, 2018: 7:30 p.m.
Friday, December 14, 2018: 8 p.m.
Saturday, December 15, 2018: 10 a.m.
Saturday, December 15, 2018: 3 p.m.
Saturday, December 15, 2018: 8 p.m.
Sunday, December 16, 2018: 1 p.m.
Variety proclaims, “ELF is happy enough for families, savvy enough for city kids and plenty smart for adults!”
Buy One Ticket, Get One 50% OFF – Ticket discount valid thru Dec. 12
Here is the link to purchase tickets. Use promo code SANTA for the discount.
https://americantheatreguild.com/toledo/elf/.
One Family 4-pack for opening night, Dec. 11 @ 7:30pm
1-Share this post on Facebook
2- Comment on the Blog stating which ELF food group is your favorite…candy, candy cane, candy corn, or syrup?
WINNER will be randomly selected SUNDAY @ 2pm & posted to the blog and FB page
Are you a regifter? Have you been regifted? This week’s podcast is up! We are debating the pros & cons of regifting, click on link to listen in and feel free to share your take on today’s topic…
There are so many benefit to shopping small, not just on Small Business Saturday, but every day!!
Benefits of Shopping Small, Shopping Local…..
Source: https://co-opcreditunions.org/6-really-important-reasons-to-shop-on-small-business-saturday/
Here are just a few of the many awesome local small businesses located in Toledo & the surrounding area. Please be sure to show them your love and “like”, and/or, “follow” them on social media, and be sure to stop in to the brick and mortar shops, introduce yourself, & inquire about deals, yes, small businesses also have some great bargains!
Phone: 567-455-5939
Address: 5627 Main St, Sylvania, OH 43560
Website: www.bowinklesboutique.com
Hours: M-F: 10AM – 5:30PM, SAT: 10AM – 5PM, SUN: CLOSED
Shop local this holiday season with Bowinkles. New Fall and holiday arrivals plus all sales items Buy 2, Get 1 Free!
Website:https://www.etsy.com/shop/harperleejewelry
Raw metal transformed into custom keepsake jewelry!
Phone: Call or text 419-442-8037
Website: https://m.facebook.com/JuliasOrnaments/
Email: jmelvis@aol.com
All ornaments are handmade and hand painted….custom orders welcomed, such as names, birthdays, current year, player number for sport related ornaments, and colored glitter. Ornaments cost $10 & $2 to personalize.
Owner: Emily Sicilia
Phone: 419-806-9242
Website: www.facebook.com/lularoeemelizabeth
Clothing for all ages and sizes! Visit the facebook shopping group to enjoy weekly specials throughout the holiday season! Also contact Em to set up an appointment to shop the Toledo Boutique to take advantage of in person specials!
Phone: (419) 593-0093
Address: 2856 W Sylvania Ave, Toledo, OH 43613
Website: https://nevermore-used-bookstore.business.site/
Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 10am-6pm & Friday-Sunday 10am-5pm
Find that hidden gem or a favorite popular fiction or nonfiction book for a great price!! They carry books for the entire family…kids, teens, tweens, young adult, adult. They also take clean, good condition books on trade for in-store credit which buys you 25% off purchases!!
Phone: (419) 474-4740
Address: 4100 Secor Rd, Toledo, OH 43623
Website: https://www.regers.com/
Hours: Mon – Fri 9:30am – 5pm & Sat 9:30am – 3pm
Get all your Advent & Christmas products here! Reger’s Christian gift store serves all denominations of the Christian faith, including churches, clergy, and individual Christians.
Owner: Stephanie Bird
Phone: (231) 736-8315
Website: www.etsy.com/shop/StellasLotsofKnots
Stella’s Lots of Knots is offering free shipping through the holidays or local pick up! Also, use coupon code LOCAL during checkout to receive 20% off your order!
Phone: (419) 261-9166
Address: 2746 W Sylvania Ave, Toledo, OH 43613
Website: https://www.facebook.com/LavenderBayLLC/
Hours: Mon-Fri. 10am-5pm, Saturday 10am-3pm, & closed Sunday
Thistle and Thorn is a locally owned full service florist and gift shop. See coupon below to save $10!!
Show the following image at checkout to receive $10 off any Fall Arrangement!
Phone: (419) 475-7368
Address: 2850 W Sylvania Ave, Toledo, OH 43613
Website: https://www.facebook.com/Twice-But-Nice-359138284202297/
Hours: Mon.-Sat. 10am-7pm & Sunday 11am-5pm
Show the following image coupon to receive $5 off of $30 or more!!
This week’s podcast is up! (Click on link below) This week’s topic, starting a family in your 20s vs your 30s. Feel free to share with friends & engage in the topic via a comment below…when did you become a mom, in your 20s or 30s?
Santa Sightings!! Are you serious Clark?! Lol!
Here are what we have thus far…be sure to check back, we will be updating as sightings of the Jolly man with the beard as white as snow come in…
Bring your littles to Macy’s court to welcome Saint Nick. Cheer as he rides in on the train at 10:00 a.m., listen to a story read by Crystal the elf, make a holiday countdown chain and of course visit with Santa and capture the moment with a professional photo memory.
Bring the whole family (and your camera!) to visit Santa and Mrs. Claus (on special dates) – share your Wish List with Santa Claus in the updated Santa House courtesy of our friends at Arhaus. Take FREE photos with your own camera and share on Social Media #LifeAtLevis for a chance to win great Levis Commons prizes!
(In-between Forever 21 & Kay Jewelers) DJ kicks it off at 5:30pm & costume character from Laurels Princesses, Toledo Mud Hens, & BG…santa due to arrive on a lit-up firetruck at 6:45pm, followed by a magical fireworks show!!
$5 gets you a picture with Mr. & Mrs. Clause (using your own camera, photographer will cost more), Bonfire w/s’mores, carriage rides, & visit in the petting farm!!
Have you seen him? Please comment below with any Santa Spottings around town…
Mom on the go in Holy Toledo 