Where Have I Been?

Okay...so if you are a regular follower you probably are wondering where have I been? Well, as most of you know, due to the fact that you are constantly late to work or the fact that it takes 15 minutes now to get through town it is planting season here in south GA! It is definitely in full bloom!! I can't believe all the tractors I have gotten behind this week!! I just laughed to myself because it seemed I was trying to run them over just to get to my tractor! Isn't that what you call ironic?

Anyway...I don't know who has lost more of his/her mind...my husband or me... He has decided to let me plant cotton for him this season! I tell you if it hasn't been one thing it has been another! Flat tires, missing parts, messed up hoppers...but somehow it gets done right...Praise the Good Lord!!

I am loving seeing the cotton start to "pop" up!!

Organizing Tip # 23 - Go through old photos

Take the time this summer to go through old photos! You will love the memories...plus it is a good time to take out the doubles (if you had these made) and give them to friends and family members!! I recently was looking through some pictures only to realize that I hadn't even given away some photos I purchased for others... Crazy me!!

$1 Flip Flops!! YAY!!!!

I love flip flops!! So I was so excited to hear that Saturday, May 22nd, Old Navy will be having a gigantic $1 flip flop sale! There is a 5 pair limit but if you bring a buddy or a child you can get more flip flops!! At this price you don't have to worry if they get messed up!! Yay!!
Thanks for the heads up Sizzlin Savers!!

Is it finally summer time?

Finally, it must be summer because I am sweating to death!! Boy, that is definitely south GA wording!!
I am so excited that summer is here and I want to plan lots of fun things with my boys! They are at such great ages and taking everything in their little minds!! I have planned several little trips in my head, but I wanted to share with you guys some fun and exciting things to do with your kiddos!! (or just with a friend) I will try to make my "trips" budget friendly!! Let me know if you guys have some great places to visit!! I would love to hear about them!!

My mom and I are planning to take the boys to Zoo Atlanta!! We have never been there, but my cousin, Lori, says it is great!! We are just making a day trip of it!!Click here to check out their site!! You can check out their hours and rate by looking here!! Click here to see if you would be eligible for a discount!! Because of the unlimited rides and vouchers for the gift shop we have actually decided to go with the premium pass! Plus this way we don't have to worry about packing a lunch!!

If we were going to be in Atlanta for more than a day we would definitely do the City Pass!! Check it out here! Lori said they did this and it was a great deal!! It really seems like an awesome way to go!!

Maybe we will find some really cute and child friendly place for supper!! Katherine, can you throw some ideas our way....

While in Atlanta, we are planning to go to Ikea!! Click here to check out Ikea!! I am sure excited about this!! They have all kinds of decorating and organizing items!! YAY!!! I have some really crazy clutter that I will be showing you guys soon and hope to get some items at Ikea to help me with my clutter projects!!!

Let me know what you are planning this summer.....

Catherine's $20 off $25 Purchase Plus FREE Shipping!!

Okay this is a great deal!! I am loving it!! I just purchased the cutest flip flops and bracelet for only $5.20!! Yah!!  Just use code 777006560 at checkout to get a total of $20 off any purchase of $25 or more. I also shipped it to a store near me, which means free shipping!! If you don't have a Catherines near you don't worry you can ship it to any of their parnter stores: Lane Bryant, Fashion Bug, or Cacique!

Catherines currently has all accessories on a buy one get one 50% off sale.

These are the two items I purchased for only $5.20!!

Click here to see this bracelet and get started shopping!! This is one deal you can't afford to pass up!!

thanks for the heads up buck town bargains & hip 2 save!!

FREE Dollar General Item!!

Suave Invisible Solid 2.6oz is only $1.50, so use the $3/2 coupon from here!! Then it is FREE!
Thanks for the heads up Hip 2 Save !!

Coupon for Cinnamon Rolls!!

Click here to get a coupon for .95 off one tube of Pillsbury Cinnamon Rolls! I always get the small tube so I can spend the least amount of money!!
Thanks for the heads up Hip2Save!!!

Want a FREE Sunglass Cloth?

click here to grab a free sunglass cloth! My mama gave me the best sunglasses this year for Mother's Day, so I can definitely use this freebie!!
thanks for the heads up Shirley and Hip 2 Save!!

Organizing Tip #22 - My Closet

Okay, so I am finally finished cleaning out my closet. Boy, you know you are in trouble when you still have shoeboxes for shoes that you have already thrown away! However, as part of my organizing task, I threw out the boxes. I also found a few clothes that I didn't wear anymore and I got those out of my closet!

Here is what my closet looked like before I started cleaning it out!!  I can't believe I am showing you guys this picture!

Here is my after picture! Sorry this isn't the best picture!

My first task was storing all of the winter clothes and blankets (I love blankets)! I bought the two most beautiful hampers at Ross.  They are a weaved style with fabric lids. I have one in my room and one in my kitchen area. (I know this sounds wierd, but it really blends well!) You would never guess they are full with winter clothing!

I also arranged my clothes by type and color!

Next, I went through my jewerly. I do have a jewerly box, but recently I purchased a jewerly organizer at Steinmart! Isn't this the cutest thing? I think it makes my closet look cute and it is so useful! I can actually see my jewerly, scarves, and sunglasses! I can see my opinions and pick out something quickly!! I still keep my "better" jewerly in my jewerly box.

My new laundry hamper came form Ross! (I told you I am loving this store!! My local store gets items in each day!! Isn't this great??) My hamper matches perfect. It is black with a black and white pokadot interior! It was only $7.99!! I thought this was an awesome buy!!

The shoe/purse holder came from Target!! I didn't get this on a great sale, but the colors matched so well I just couldn't resist!! (I think I saved like a $1.49 haha)  This shoe holder is terrific because it is extremely long! This means I can easily fit one or more pair of shoes in each compartment.

The only thing I regret with my closet is that I didn't purchase more of these hangers. I can hang up to 4 pairs of pants on each hanger! I really liked the way this looked!! It just looks organized!!

I finished up by placing my shopping basket on top of my shelf. (That way I can grab it as I head out the door.) I also put my decor boxes in an organized fashion.  Each box has different items in them.  Like one has ties, one has my larger fashion accesories, etc.  I also added in some picture frames .... and that is my closet!! There are still a few more things I want to do...but there is only so much time! When I do more I will let you know!! Any suggestions...

I would love to see some before and after pictures of your closet!! Feel free to send them to me at livebettersavemore@gmail.com!! I might just post them!!

Also, please leave me a comment letting me know if you are enjoying the organizing part of this website. I really want to inspire and encourage my readers! I want to give you guys the information you want...so let me know what you want!!

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