Kids Eat Free at Steak ‘n Shake: Any Day, Any Time!

Posted on July 11, 2018 by Krissyar

This is a sponsored post; though I’ve been compensated with a gift card for my time all opinions are my own.

Though I love taking my kids out to eat and enjoying time to talk about our day, (and not to mention, it gives me a break in the kitchen!) – it can get a bit expensive. I’m always on the look out for coupons or good deals, and even kids eat free nights  – anything that can help save a little bit of money for when we go out.

Unfortunately not all “Kids Eat Free” nights are convenient. With sports, church events, and our busy schedule, we aren’t always able to make it on specific days, or specific times. It makes it hard to get to to a restaurant before 8 when baseball isn’t down until 9 – and of course the list goes on.

That’s why I Love Steak n Shakes KIDS EAT FREE ANYTIME (with qualifying purchase).
And yes I said it – KIDS EAT FREE 7 DAYS A WEEK, 24 HOURS A DAY!

Kids can chose from any of following kids meals:

  • Steakburger™
  • Mini Corn Dogs
  • KRAFT® Macaroni & Cheese
  • Steakburger™ Minis
  • Hot Dog
  • Grilled Cheese
  • Chicken Fingers

The Kids Eat Free All Day Every Day promotion at Steak ‘n Shake is available at more than 400 participating restaurants across the country

 

Here are all the money-saving offers available at Steak ‘n Shake:

    • Kids Eat FREE – one free Kids Plate to children 12 and under for every $9 spent.
    • Half Price Happy Hour — Weekdays from 2-5 pm and am all drinks and shakes are HALF price!
    • 2 for $3 Mix ‘n Match
    • Many meals on the $4 menu is offered all day and every day.

Want to enjoy a dinner (or 2) on us? Enter in the giveaway tool below for your chance to win a $50 gift card to our favorite shake place! (giveaway ends 7/27!)

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4 Healthy Habits for Stay at Home Moms

Posted on July 10, 2018 by Krissyar

When you have children, you may often feel like the world is not your “oyster” anymore. Now, you have a different purpose – you have to do your best to take care of those who depend on you.

This statement is especially true for mothers who have decided to devote their lives to taking care of their children. They are the modern heroes and the women who are often disregarded when talking about career choices.

Nevertheless, if you or your partner is a stay at home mom, there are ways you can preserve your health and happiness. Here are four habits you can adopt to live a fulfilled, stress-free, healthy life.

1. Get an early start

You might feel like you need those five extra minutes in bed. However, most of the time, hitting the snooze button is actually making you more tired than you were.

Therefore, to make your life a bit easier, try to train yourself to wake up early in the morning before your children. Not only will you be able to finish your errands in peace, but you will also feel better in the long run.

Rising early in the morning is good for the whole body, but it’s especially beneficial to the brain. People tend to think more clearly in the morning, and that sort of clear thinking is valuable once you decide to have children.

2. Exercise

Even stay at home moms need to exercise now and then, and it doesn’t always have to be about their appearance. Exercise is extremely healthy and beneficial by itself – and there’s no reason to avoid it.

Even if you have five minutes, it’s best to use those minutes to your advantage. You can do some squats and tighten up your legs. Or, you can even take a brisk walk around your garden. Whatever you prefer, it’s vital not to underestimate exercise and do it only when you’re trying to lose weight.

Furthermore, regular exercise will allow you to take better care of your children. And, who knows? There is a high chance that they will notice you while exercising and decide to join in. That will help you in the future, as your children might be more inclined to do sports and eat healthy food.

3. Have fun

Now, having fun doesn’t have to be limited to only playing with your children. Once they are in bed, you can have some time for yourself and indulge in games and movies you’ve wanted to check out.

Netflix is always a good idea, and there’s bound to be a TV show or a movie you can binge-watch between driving kids to school and feeding them.

However, if you’re not interested in new movies or TV shows, then you can always opt for games. Specifically, online games have proven to be a great way to kill time and satisfy your need for fun.

So, if you’re looking for some healthy and safe fun, then you should visit Nettcasino. There, you can check out lists of online casino games that will be not only enjoyable but also lucrative. And, don’t forget to search for the best UK slots bonus – it will come in handy during dull afternoons!

4. Stick to a routine

When it comes to children, it’s vital to nurture a specific routine. Having a routine might sound dull to you, but it has many benefits.

A routine will give you enough time during the day to complete all your errands and care for your children. However, it will also give you enough time to catch your breath and devote a few minutes to yourself.

Unfortunately, without a routine, it’s often difficult to find the time to put on makeup or read that book you’ve been saving for a while.

Also, maybe you have a hobby that you would love to explore a bit more. Well, a routine will give you just that. You can always create a schedule that will work for both you and your children – and you can intentionally leave an hour or two for hobbies. That way, when the children are sleeping, you can paint, draw, learn graphic design, even create funny videos – practically anything.

In conclusion

A stay at home mom’s job is never over, and her work hours are not that flexible. Still, by implementing a few healthy habits, you or your partner can become the stay at home mom who will have enough time for everything, without feeling that you are robbing your children of your presence.

 

 

 

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7 Tips For Staying Safe On Vacation

Posted on June 28, 2018 by Krissyar

Going on vacation is an exciting prospect and something that everyone looks forward to, whether it has been planned for months or it’s a last-minute booking. It’s important, however, to remember that you need to keep yourself and your belongings safe when you’re away just the same as you would if you were at home. In fact, because you’re away from home and in unfamiliar surroundings, there are even more things to take into consideration. Here are some great tips for staying safe when on vacation.

Get Vaccines

Regarding your health, there are some places you can travel to that require you to have vaccines before you go. Make sure that you book these in advance so that they are given at the right time, and remember to have your paperwork with you to show if you need to. Without being vaccinated against diseases such as malaria, you could become extremely sick when you’re on vacation, and you may even have to come home early.

When you’re at your doctors, you can also book in for a medical while you’re there. This will confirm that you are safe and well to travel. Although this is not compulsory, it will put your mind at ease, as you’ll know that you’re fit and healthy.

Make Backups
Your passport and other important documents need to be kept safe when you’re traveling. If you make a digital backup of everything before you leave, then if the worst should happen and you lose them or they are stolen, you will still have all the information you need in order to quickly obtain new versions. Things to consider backing up include your passport, immunization records, medical insurance details, tickets, travel insurance, your visas (if you need them), and even your itinerary just in case.

These files are good to have, but they won’t be helpful if they are stored on a laptop or device that you don’t have with you. Save all the digital backups on a USB drive and bring it with you, or email them to yourself so you have them to hand if you do need to access them.

Use A Credit Card
Even if you don’t normally like using a credit card, having one for your vacation spending is a good idea, and you can pay it all off once you get home so you won’t incur any long-term debt with it. The reason that using a credit card is such a good idea in terms of safety is that most purchases made will be covered automatically by insurance. Not only that, but if your card is stolen it is easier to cancel it and obtain a new one than it is to claim for stolen cash or a debit card on your travel insurance. It just makes purchasing items much safer and you can go ahead and enjoy your vacation without worrying. If you are looking for a good deal on credit cards, check out Bonsai Finance for details.

Keep Things Separate
Although for convenience sake it is clearly easier to keep your money, cards, ID, and maybe your passport in one purse or bag, it’s not a good idea in terms of security. Keep anything you don’t require for the day in your hotel room, ideally in a safe. With the rest of it, keep your money in a separate wallet to everything else, and in a separate place too – you could wear a fanny pack or backpack and keep your ID in there and your cash and cards in your pocket, or vice versa. That way, even if a theft does occur, it’s unlikely that the thief will take all of your important belongings at once.

Another important tip to remember is that you should never keep anything in your back pocket – that makes it far too easy for pickpockets to strike, or for things to fall out without you noticing. Make sure everything stays at the front where you can see and feel it, and you can ensure it is all kept safe.

When you are sitting in a restaurant or café, don’t hang your bag on the back of your chair, or leave it on the floor by your side. You’re going to be distracted talking about your vacation and what you’re going to do next, or watching the crowds go by and the interesting sights around you – your bag could be grabbed without you seeing it happen. Keep your bag on your lap or on the floor between your legs, and it will be less of a target.

Check Around You
When you are leaving a place, check all around you and look back as you go to make sure you haven’t left anything behind. You will most likely be visiting a lot of different places during the day, and if you only realize something is missing when you reach your hotel room, it will be all but impossible to remember where you might have lost it. Even if you can remember, the amount of people who will have been to the same place you were when you lost your purse or wallet or bag of souvenirs means that you will probably never see it again.

Don’t Bring Your Jewelry
There is no reason that you would need to take expensive jewelry on vacation with you, and it just makes you and it a target for thieves. It’s far better to leave it at home and enjoy your time away without it. The same goes for anything expensive and tempting to thieves such as designer bags or costly cameras. Carrying these things around with you just tells those people with less than savory intentions that you are a good target, so it’s not worth it in the long run.

Be Careful Who You Talk To
Meeting new people when you are on vacation is one of the most interesting and enjoyable parts of being away, but be careful – don’t give away too much information about yourself, and certainly don’t give away any personal information. Unless they are a licensed guide and you have booked onto a tour, you shouldn’t go anywhere with a stranger either, and be aware of what’s happening around you at all times.

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The New Drivers Crash Course in Driving: How to Properly Change A Flat Tire

Posted on June 20, 2018 by Krissyar

Though memberships to motor clubs are quite popular and a very smart idea to have in case of a breakdown or emergency; there can be times that waiting for a tow truck just isn’t possible. For safety – and saving time and money – you can take care of of a lot of it yourself, especially changing a tire. Unfortunately this isn’t something taught in drivers ed, and many parents don’t pass down the knowledge either. But it’s a pretty simple process that every driver should know how to do.

This post is sponsored by Roberts Honda.

Knowing some of these basic steps can get you back on the road and hopefully avoid any incident or emergency. If you do have a flat, try and stop somewhere safe. Obviously away from traffic, and preferably on a flat firm surface (NOT grass or dirt) and be sure you are not in a blind spot or on a curve – and DO NOT TRY THIS AT NIGHT if you are on a highway or busy road. Be sure to engage the emergency brake and turn on your hazard lights.

If you are stressed and can’t remember these steps, check your cards owner’s manual. Sometimes these manuals will have some information on how to change your tire!

So here’s what you will need:

Wheel blocks
Lug wrench (usually comes with your vehicle, so double check to make sure you have one and it works)
Car Jack
Pressure gauge
fix-a-flat (just in case)
Spare tire

Once you have your tools ready, you can follow these simple steps to change your flat tire:

Secure Wheel Blocks. Wheel blocks are just triangles made of a sturdy material that you just wedge under your tire so the car doesn’t roll. They go on the front and back of the tire that is diagonal from the one you need to change.

Remove Hubcap. When you start to remove the tire remember that the hubcap and lug nuts could be hot because of the friction of your car, so be careful or wait a few minutes until they cool down. If your hubcap doesn’t have screws use the flat end of your lug wrench and just pop them off. If it has screws, undo them and remove hubcap.

Loosen Lug Nuts. Lug nuts are what holds your tire in place – you just need to use your lug wrench and loosen them, BUT DON’T TAKE THEM OUT! Do this before jacking your car up since some lug nuts can be really tight and you have to use your whole body weight to loosen them up. IF you have a wheel lock on your tires, you actually may need to have a special adapter to get them off (so maybe check your manual and make sure you have that in your car too!)

Jack it Up. Usually the owners manual will tell you where to put the jack – those spots are called jack points. You can usually tell by the notch in your vehicles frame. Use the right jack location so you have more stability and you do less damage to your car. You turn the jack handle clockwise to jack the car up and make sure you have enough room to put on the spare tire.

Remove the Lug Nuts and Tire.  Once you have the vehicle secured on the jack go ahead and remove the lug nuts and put them somewhere close by; then remove the flat tire (you may have to give it a really good pull to get it off). I usually put my lug nuts in the hubcap so they don’t roll away or under the car and make changing my tire that much more work.

Put the Spare On. You put the spare on by lining up the wheel with the wheel studs, which are the threaded fasteners for when you put the lug nuts in.

Tighten Lug Nuts. Replace the lug nuts, tighten them by hand but not too tight. You will use the lug wrench once you get the car off the jack.

Lower the Car. Slowly and I  mean S-L-O-W-L-Y lower the jack by turning it counter clockwise. Once you are SURE the wheels are touching the ground ,remove the jack.

Tighten Lug Nuts Again. Use your lug wrench to tighten the lug nuts into a crisscross pattern. Don’t tighten them fully, but tight enough and make sure they are all secure before driving off.

Remember that spares are to be used sparingly. They are smaller tires and meant to be used temporarily. You should try to not drive over 55 mph on them, and get your regular tire repaired or replaced as soon as possible.

If you run into a problem, or you aren’t sure that you did it right, go ahead and call the professional. It’s not worth your life! Just remember practice makes perfect, and you can keep trying until you get it right!

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Keeping Your Car Cool in the Summer

Posted on June 19, 2018 by Krissyar

The past few weeks around the country has been pretty brutal – the heat plus humidity is giving us temperatures well above 100 degrees. Now I love the summer, but this humidity has made enjoying it a bit difficult.
The worst part? Opening the door of your car to be met by a gust of heat that could nearly knock you down. But there are a few things you can do to help keep your car cool in the summer.

This post is sponsored by Reedman-Toll Subaru of Downingtown.

Block Car Windows from the Sun. As you know, cars trap heat which causes the inside temp to rise rather quickly. It takes less than a few minutes for the temperature to start increasing.  In fact, cars can heat up to 200 degrees! You can reduce the amount of heat that enters your car with these few simple tricks:

Sun Shade: not only can they be cute, but they are super effective. A sun shade
helps block the direct rays from coming into your vehicle, which can
significantly decrease the temperature which helps the AC run a bit
more efficiently once its running.

Tinted Windows: A bit more expensive, but a nice constant way to block the suns                 rays. Just make sure you know the laws for your state before you get them done!

Cracked Windows: Since windows hold warm air, leaving them open slightly will
create air flow. Same way with a sunroof – just crack them                                                            enough (about an inch or so) to keep anybody from getting any                                                    ideas to break in.

 

Keep Your Seats Cool. HOT seats can be miserable to sit on – and can even cause             burns! If you have leather seats, you may want to cover them with a towel or use cloth seat covers to help keep them cooler during the summer. Or even cooling gel covers or pads would work as well. If you are lucky enough to have air-conditioned seats – put them to work! That will definitely help with the cooling down of your vehicle.

Use that AC.  If your cars AC isn’t working right or you don’t use it right – it will take longer to cool down. To be sure and maximize your car’s cooling ability, turn the AC on full blast for a few minutes as soon as you start driving and roll down your back windows. This will help push the hot air out as the cool air comes in -genius right? Once you get your car nice and cool, use the recirculating feature along with the AC to maintain the temperature.

Park in the Shade. Whenever possible park in the shade, or with your windshield facing away from the sun – this will help elevate some of the suns rays entering your car and causing the temperature to hike up as well. Even if I have to walk further, I always park under trees or tents when possible so that my car isn’t unbearable when we get in.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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