Savings with Denise

The #SwifferEffect with Eric Stonestreet and Friends

August 3, 2014 By denise Leave a Comment

If you are like me cleaning can sometimes be a big challenge and make our days longer when we have to think about all the work we have to do. The time and energy can make you crazy.

I was lucky enough to attend an event hosted by Swiffer at Gary’s Loft here in NYC that was attended by actor Eric Stonestreet. Stonestreet is probably best known for his role on the popular sitcom Modern Family.

Present at the event was relationship expert Dr. Michelle Callahan. She was there to discuss the Swiffer Cleaning Index, a survey that unlocked “key communication points surrounding cleaning styles to better understand cleaning and its effects on today’s American households.” Some stats from the survey:

•85% of American couples say that “cleaning tensions” add stress to their relationships at home
•82% of American wives don’t ask for cleaning help because they don’t want to “nag”, but 61% of husbands say they would help if asked!
•It goes both ways: 67% of husbands avoid asking for help because they don’t want to be a nag.
•Unsurprisingly, 96% of American adults say that having a clean home makes them happy.

I never realized how much cleaning issues could have on your relationship but when you think about it how true it is it makes you sit and wonder. This is why Swiffer brought us Morty and Lee Kaufman. They are a real life couple who have been married over 40 years. In the commercial we see them getting the box from Swiffer and how they interact with it.

If you love a clean and have not try these products then you should. You will really see how cleaning can be just be a little bit easier and cause a little less tension in the household. I have learn to try and make it a little more fun. I also love how Swiffer is listening to what the customers want and trying to find products that fit those needs.

JCPenney Optical Kids Review & Back to School Giveaway

July 29, 2014 By denise 13 Comments

I received a JCPenney gift card for the purpose of this review. This post was made possible by Mom Spark Media. Thoughts are my own.

When it comes to the kids and the back to school shopping, parents need to get a lot of things. There is also a lot of money that we end up spending to get the back to school shopping done, and for me if you read my blog is to save time, and money. As part of the going back to school process annual check ups and eye exams are included. My experience was wonderful going there. The selection was so widespread that it was easy to select what we were looking for and the people there were so helpful.

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Many parents who have kids who wear glasses, know that the costs behind glasses, and with kids, well they can be rough on glasses. So having glasses available that are affordable and that also offer a full replacement plan if needed, is very important for me. I was told about the amazing sale that JCPenney Optical is having for kids glasses from now until August 31st, and like all parents this is what I needed to hear.

This promotion, is just for all parents, you can take your children, school aged 16 and under, to your local JCPenney Optical, with your child’s eye glasses prescription, and get a pair of glasses, any pair, under $120, for just $29.99. This price includes the frame of choice, which does not have to be a kids frame style, opening the doors for a large range of frames to choose from, FREE impact & scratch-resistant polycarbonate lenses, FREE UV protection and FREE eyeglass protection plan. What more can a parent ask for that to have all of these in one. I was blown away by the offer and is one that will be able to save parents which is what we all need.

If this year you need glasses for your kids this year, head to JCPenney Optical, where you can find all glasses under $120 for just $29.99 for your kids under 16 for a limited time. The wonderful people from JCPenney Optical would like to give one of my amazing readers a $30 gift card to JCPenney toward you purchase.

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I received a JCPenney gift card for the purpose of this review. This post was made possible by Mom Spark Media. Thoughts are my own.

#Momtrends Back to School Event-#BTS #BBSStyle

July 29, 2014 By denise Leave a Comment

Can you believe how fast the summer is going before you know it the kids will be back to schools. I was lucky enough to attend a Momstrends blogger event that showed us the best back to school brands and experts. This wonderful event was held at the Vera Bradley studio in New York. What a great location for the inside scope as to what will be hot for back to school this year.

The Vera Bradley Studio which provided the space for this event, showed us the newest looks in kid’s backpacks and accessories. The bright bold colors will make you want to go back to school. These bags are so high quality that you will not be afraid to stuff it full of books and supplies. They are also bags that would be great for college students. Also part of the night we got to meet Barbara Bardley Baekgaard, co-founder of Vera Bradley and mom of 4, she started the company with a friend. It was great to speak to her about paving the way for women in business which she did, and showed us how we can make a success.

A party would not be a party without some refreshments and this night snacks where provided by Revolution Foods. Revolution Foods are a type of meal kit. These kits are ideal for kids as the are lunches without nitrates, preservatives, and artificial colors. The meats are raised with no antibiotics and cheese are from cows that aren’t treated with rBST.

French Toast was on hand to show us a line of quality, affordable stylish clothes and uniforms for your back to school needs. Sizes start at 2T, the great part of these clothes is that they are durable and it will take a beating from your kids and hold up well. This is great for moms as we need clothes that last. French Toast has done a great job of listen to customers needs and giving us what we wanted.

I loved seeing what Mabel’s Labels had for us. These are essential for keeping track of items. They are perfect for all your children’s books and supplies. They actually made labels with our names on it and now I can’t lose anything. It is wonderful the colors and designs are tremendous.

While French Toast took care of the clothes, Stride Rite was on hand to show us the shoes that kids will be rocking this Fall. These styles are so great that your kids will be happy to wear them. They are also a brand that grows with your kids and supports their needs. I love this brand, I remember wearing it as a child myself and I love that the legacy continues in a brand we can trust.

Also on hand was Wall Pops, this company offers the most wonderful peel and stick wall decals. They also have wall art and tools to keep us organized such as dry eraser note boards and calendars, this is going to help you keep on track all year long.

While we don’t like to talk about lice we know and dread that lice outbreak letter being sent home from your child’s school. Vamousse is a line of prevention and treatment products that are non-toxic and pesticide-free that will make dealing with this problem just a little bit better.

Finally, we got to see a parenting book by Shelia McCraith titled “Yell Less, Love More”. Shelia challenged herself to not yell at her kids and this books tells us how she did. I can’t wait to read it and she what happened.

It was an awesome and informational night. I had so much fun. Thank you MomTrends for another great event.

Disclosure: We were given a swag bag with goodies, however all thoughts and opinions are my own