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Win it: Pyrex Supper Savers!

Pyrex bakeware with no-leak lid

Pyrex recently came to me asking if I would like to review some of their new cookings tools, the “Supper Saver” collection. I wasn’t sure, because when I cleaned out my kitchen in preparation for my Granite Transformations makeover, I had thrown out, donated, or given away lots of kitchen tools I didn’t use or need anymore. Did I really want to make room for more?

Small spatula

Then I took one look at the Supper Savers collection and decided “yes”! These tools were just too cool and useful to pass up! Here’s what’s in the Supper Savers collection:

  • Three Pyrex no-leak lids baking & storage glassware – I love these! There are three different sizes that you can move easily from prep to oven to fridge – and then re-heat leftovers in as well!
  • Grocery list notepad (you know I never go to the store without a list!)
  • Reusable grocery bag
  • Pinch bowls – these tiny, flexible bowls are great for holding small amounts of ingredients as you prep.  I used one to mix up just the perfect tiny amount of garlic butter for my family’s bread the other night!
  • Mezzaluna – a super-cool cutting tool with protective cover
  • Fine grater with 1/2 cup container so you can measure while you grate (happy to have this since I just bought all that block cheese at Meijer!)
  • Small spatula – great for mixing and cooking on the stove as it’s heat resistant up to 500 degrees!
  • Basting Brush w/silicone bristles – so easy to clean!!
Pinch bowls

These great tools help you make a great meal and re-invent leftovers, too!  I’ve really enjoyed using mine in the new kitchen.  I had two meals to prepare for friends who needed one due to illness/injury this week and the Pyrex Supper Savers tools were a big help!

You can win your own Pyrex Supper Savers set!  Here’s how:

1) Leave a comment on this post telling me which item in the Supper Savers kit excites you the most.

2) Become a fan of Mommin’ It Up on Facebook and leave us a separate comment on this post letting us know you are.

3) Subscribe to our feed and leave a separate comment on this post letting us know you do!

One winner will be chosen at random on Friday, October 1st.  Good luck!

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Guest is Best! Put your friends to the test!

Today’s post is by our friend Celia, who blogs at DealsForDayton.com. You should check it out! Among lots of other stuff, they have a comprehensive list of kids-eat-free deals that I love! Which, now that I read on, is kind of the point of this post. *ahem* Without further ado… we give you Celia!

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I love my birthday. I love cake, ice cream, gifts, and being the center of attention! But, my entire life, I’ve HATED my birth date. My birthday is smack-dab in the middle January. I seriously think it is the worst day of the year.

January is the coldest month of the year, when no one wants to go outside (even to a birthday party!). It is right after Christmas, when everyone realizes they over-spent on the holidays, so they skimp on birthday gifts. It snows a lot, which generates snow emergencies, frantic runs to the grocery store, icy roads, car accidents… you get the point. Seriously, January 13th is THE SUCKIEST day of the year! Who would want to celebrate with me on a day like that?! (Not to mention if it falls on a Friday…)

What’s a party-lovin’ girl to do? Well, this year I decided to change my birthday. It is now on April 13th. I acknowledge that my legal date of birth is January 13th, but I just refuse to celebrate it until April. Can you blame me?

My favorite part of my birthday is getting FREE stuff! Tons of restaurants and even a store or two help you celebrate your birthday with a FREE GIFT!!

Now, you can always go to a restaurant and HOPE that they might give you something for your special day, but you might strike out, and no one likes to hear, “no,” (especially on her birthday!). In order to avoid such situations, you can search around online and try to fine the sites that offer aforementioned “birthday goodies” or you can find a site that has already done the leg work for you!

If you live in the Dayton, Ohio area there is a site for you! (Although even if you don’t live in Dayton, there are lots of places that are national on the list) You can register away to get lots o’ free food and even retail coupons for your special day! (YAY!) While you’re there, you can also check out our Kids Eat Free list. If you combine the two, you got a cheap birthday celebration for the whole family! WAHOO!

So, have I inspired anyone else to change your birthday? What do you look forward to on your special day? (And leave the wrinkles out of this discussion!)

Also, now that everyone knows my birthday, I have high expectations for next year, what are you planning to get me? (My birthday list is close to Jenny’s, only add in a Shark vac n’ steam!) Thank you in advance.

Celia

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