Happy Tuesday~Adoption and Super HOT deals!

So it's Tuesday and this post definitely isn't a Training up Tuesday. For that, I refer you to Karen's video on celebrating adoption-a topic which I would love for her to share more candidly with you. I love her story and know it would speak to so many of you. Many of you may also have her own story to share in the celebration of adoption.

In the meantime, I know the ladies of the Roof loooooove some deals and I just ran across a couple that you may not want to miss with Christmas fast on our heels. I don't usually watch the Today Show but my mom called me first thing this morning to share some super HOT deals.

If you are a Today show faithful, you're probably familiar with Jill's Steals and Deals. A couple of today's steals and deals which happen to be available for 24 hours (until Wed. morning) are this suhweeeet coat which is normally $75 and marked down to $15! Be sure to see the size chart b/c I think it runs on the small side.

This cashmere sweater from Talbots that is normally $119 and marked down to 24.95 only w/ the Today show coupon code.

...and check out this hot 14 K gold cuff bracelet that is normally $60 and marked down to $12. What a great gift!


Just go through the Today show link and they'll give you alllll the details. Let us know what you score!

Get Some Hanky Panky!

A few months ago, I received a birthday present in the mail from my sister-in-law. What was inside the packaging surprised me: 2 pretty thongs. First of all, let me say that I have never been a thong person. I tried them here and there--especially during my newlywed days--but they just never were "me". I always felt uncomfortable, unflattering and I felt a little exposed and fat in them! Well, the note accompanying my birthday gift instructed me to give them a try because they were my sister-in-law's favorite panties and she loved getting other girls to try them. Well, I gave them a try and I am now hooked!!

These thongs are made by Hanky Panky and they are one size fits all, so they conform to your body shape. They're not tight, itchy, or make you feel like you can't wait to get them off at night--they're the perfect fit! I've worked out in them, too, and they held up great. They are also very flattering to the figure and, of course, they don't leave the dreaded panty line. Let me also say that these panties make me feel like I am wearing nothing. In fact, my husband went to Nordstrom's last weekend to purchase my Mother's Day gift. He asked the sales associate that his wife likes "these panties that feel like you're wearing nothing". Without hesitating, she took him right to the Hanky Panky table and let him choose the colors he wanted, and by the way, they come in every color imaginable.

This brings me to the point of where you can buy these things. I know that they are sold at Nordstrom for about $18 a pair. My sister-in-law also says they're sold at Nordstrom Rack for about half of that. I even found two pairs on Ebay (brand new with tag, of course!), which were even cheaper! Trust me, once you try a pair, you will want to trade out your entire underwear drawer for some pretty, lacey thongs:)

What to do with "highwaters"

I've been a long time offender of wearing my jeans too short. In the past year, I discovered this as I was looking through a magazine and saw the black strip over someone's eyes, they were labeled a "DON'T" for the length of their jeans. Hmmmmm. This got me thinking. At first, I was a little offended. Who are THEY to tell ME my jeans are too short?

I tried on my jeans.

Looked in the mirror.

Yep.

Too short.

The problem is that these were my FAVORITE JEANS! So, I decided to be creative and rolled them up to make them capri pants. The first time I wore them in public, I thought..."I think people are looking at these jeans and wondering why I've rolled them up!" Ha! Now, I love my jeans/capri's again! I wear them all the time. ...at the Braves Game...the petting zoo...even Disney World

You can roll them up, spray starch and iron them. Or just simply stitch the sides so they don't unroll. I'm sure some of ya'll crafty gals out there could get very creative with this one! I thought these little girls jeans were adorable... I love taking something old and making it new by changing it up a little. It saves money and it's fun! Have a great week!

Mommy Marketing Moment

Mommy Marketing Moment:

Thank you to Jaime for sharing this week's Mommy Marketing Moment!!!! Have at it, Jaime girl...

This week’s Mommy Marketing Moment features the whimsical and unique clothing line, Poor Pitiful Pearl. Shauna Hursh, the creator of PPP, is a true “Mommy” businesswoman as she sews every piece of clothing herself, in addition to being a doting wife and a loving mommy to her adorable daughter, McCoy (who also happens to be PPP’s chief model).

What makes PPP so wonderfully unique is that each piece is made entirely from re-cycled, re-used, and re-purposed fabric. That’s right, not a stitch comes from new fabric, so the clothes are as earth conscious as they are fashionable. And fashionable they are! These one-of-a-kind looks will not let you down!

And neither will Shauna’s heart. She is a devoted Christian who never misses an opportunity to share her love for Jesus. In fact, many of her clothing pieces have verses sown right onto them. Plus, she is one of those women has a true sense of who God created her to be; and her very nature encourages others to be just as comfortable with themselves. Just like each piece in her clothing line, she understands that true beauty comes from the fact that we are all one-of-a-kind creations, fearfully and wonderfully made. Her business isn’t something that she does “on the side”, but it truly reflects the beauty in her heart. She also donates 10% of her profits to Casa Hogar, an orphanage in Puerto Escondido, Mexico.

And as if all of that wasn’t wonderful enough, she has great news for RWAV readers! She is offering 10% off to all RWAVers! Her purchases are completed through Etsy, so send her a note in the “Message to Buyer” section and then wait for a revised invoice before paying.

You can find her...at her website or blog or her Etsy shop.

Enjoy!

Savory Smackerel:

This recipe was actually posted here by Amy V. and is a variation of one that my Bible Study leader recently shared with us. This is SOOOOOOOOO easy and the perfect thing to throw in the crock pot right before church. You'd come home to a house smelling great and a nice, hot meal waiting to melt in your mouth. :)

*3-4 Chicken breasts (I always cut each breast into thirds)
*1 jar of your favorite salsa
*1 can of black beans (undrained)
*Put your chicken in the crock pot and pour the salsa and undrained beans on top.

Cook on high for 4 hours. Serve over Spanish rice.
TIP: Leftovers poured over chips with melted cheese & sour cream make great nachos! Enjoy!

TNT Tip:

Have you ever wondered what to do with all of those old wipe cases? If you are like me, it just seems like a waste to just throw that plastic tub out. So, this is what I have done with my wipe cases now that my boys are out of diapers.

The tub makes a perfect container for all of the markers, colored pencils, and crayons we have accumulated. And, if you are looking for a smaller case, for the car or church, try this one. Happy coloring!

Ladies, we want to hear from YOU. Be sure to help your sisters out and send us YOUR tried n' true household tips (TNT Tip). Email them to us at roofwithaview@gmail.com

Marvelous Monday: Spring Polish Picks AND a GIVEAWAY!!!

Yesterday it was almost 80 degrees here in Atlanta! I'm so excited because spring is just around the corner. And I want YOU to be prepared for spring which happens to include nail care. This is going to be fun!

I'm a huge fan of nail polish and even more so of their NAMES! Each season, I look forward to sharing my favorite OPI polish picks. Why OPI? It's the best. Longest wear. And it doesn't get old in the bottle. OPI especially has the best names. Some of my favorites include:

D.C. Cherry Blossom
Bogota Blackberry (great for fall, and my all time favorite polish)
Shootout at the O.K. Corral
Kiss on the chic
Suzi Loves Sydney (great for fall)
Berry Much In Love
I'm Not really a waitress
Catherine the Grape (good for toes in winter)

In case you can't already tell, I love painting my nails...well, that is, when I have time. Which is why I LOVE OPI's new line of "Paint & Go" polish. Target now even carries some OPI colors!

Without further ado, I am tickled pink to announce the SPRING POLISH PICKS for this month's giveaway....drumroll please.......

"You're Such A Kabuki Queen" (This is a pretty petal pink color. Just like a tulip! I love this one!)

"Are We There Yet?" (This is pale pink and GREAT for on the go - I've tried this and it's great. Dries quickly. Doesn't make a mess. Perfect for busy ladies!)

This is a picture of everything you will receive if your name is drawn! Good luck!

Also included in this giveaway is an ADORABLE scarf. I LOVE scarfs! You can freshen up an old outfit for just a few bucks. Here are just some of the MANY things you can do with this fun accessory...Take a bad hair day to FABULOUS in seconds! Tie around as a head band. I like to let the ties rest on my shoulder. FLIP an every day pair of jeans! Use this scarf as a belt. Throw on a top and flip flops and you're out the door in style! This is my very old, every day library bag. But, now it's a great on the go bag! Hint: your scarf doesn't necessarily have to match your bag perfectly. Mix and match them!

Ready to enter? Same drill as last time but this time we have added to your winning potential so be sure to read closely. The rest of the the guidelines are as follows:

• Make a comment ON THIS POST & tell us what you've enjoyed most about RWAV (one entry). Don't forget to leave your email address so we can notify the lucky winner.
• Blog about this GIVEAWAY on your personal blog and leave a comment ON THIS POST including the link to your blog in your comment. (2 more entries).
• Get MORE entries! Just make separate comments ON THIS POST for each EXTRA ENTRY BONUS.

EXTRA ENTRY BONUSES:

• Add our button to your blog (1 extra entry).
• Email 3 friends about RWAV and this GIVEAWAY. CC us at roofwithaview@gmail.com (1 extra entry).
• Become a FOLLOWER of RWAV (located in the sidebar) (2 extra entries). If you're already a subscriber, be sure to let us know ON THIS POST!
• Add us to your Twitter or Facebook and let us know ON THIS POST. (2 extra entries)
• Send us a Savory Smackerel, TNT Tip or a Christian mom's home business to feature in Mommy Marketing Moment for Stay at Home Saturday. Email them to roofwithaview@gmail.com. (2 extra entries).
• If you are a first time commenter, you get not just one but TWO entries so be sure to let us know that you are commenting for the very first time.
  

Again, don't forget to leave your email address in your comment(s) ON THIS POST so we can notify the lucky winner.

Winner will be selected at random. Giveaway ends at 12:00 pm 03/20/09 and the winner will be announced on the first day of spring, 03/21/09. Let the games begin!!!!