The Grocery Game: save dollars for your grocery bill

The Grocery Game is a website that can save you hundreds of dollars on your grocery bill each month. Log in, spend a few minutes with a pair of scissors, and you’re off to winThe Grocery Game ! When you play, teh grocery game you’ll get a weekly list (called Teri’s List) of the lowest-priced products at your supermarket matched with manufacturers’ coupons and weekly specials — advertised and unadvertised. The Grocery Game does all the hard work and research, and presents it to you in a straightforward format. The Grocery Game is a website that can save you hundreds of dollars on your grocery bill each month. Log in, spend a few minutes with a pair of scissors, and you’re off to winThe Grocery Game!

When you play, teh grocery gae you’ll get a weekly list (called Teri’s List) of the lowest-priced products at your supermarket matched with manufacturers’coupons and weekly specials — advertised and unadvertised. The Grocery Game does all the hard work and research, and presents it to you in a straightforward format.How much can you save?
It varies from person to person, but my savings average around 50-60%, often more with every trip. All in all, both were fun experiences and challenged me as a homemaker! I wouldn’t say I failed at the experiments, but I think my limited time really has started shedding light on where I really want to spend my time and focus my energies on.

James and the Giant Peach

In its 30th Birthday season the Polka Theatre has returned to its most successful show to date and it is easy to see why. David Wood’s adaptation of Roald Dahl’s much loved story is a delight from the start. James (James Daley) introduces us to his insect friends who all look spot on, particularly the Grasshopper (Andrew Mathys) who also plays the violin wonderfully. The story then begins. We meet James’ two sinister aunts, Aunt Spiker (Anna-Marie Paraskeva) and Aunt Sponge (Neil Smye), the latter having the distinct air of a pantomime dame about her - the children in the audience are both amused and disgusted by them. Once James escapes from them the adventure begins. The story is set beautifully thanks to the design by Keith Baker, and lighting by Jim Simmons, both of which remain effective throughout and create a magical atmosphere. As James and his insect friends go on their adventure we are treated to some amusing songs, most notably from the Centipede (Neil Smye), amusing comments, particularly from the Earthworm (Des Yankson) and lots of audience participation. This is a delightful feel good production, wonderfully performed by a strong cast - which the whole family will thoroughly enjoy.
Poor James, stuck living with his two crabby aunts. One day a peculiar thing happens, which leads to another peculiar thing happening and before you know it, James is living on a giant peach with some huge bugs. Sounds bizarre, right? And to be honest, it IS rather bizarre. To be living amongst huge bugs would completely freak me out. But the reason Dahl 's stories are classics is that the bizarre-ness WORKS. We believe it! We believe in the musically gifted Old Grandfather Grasshopper and the mild and motherly Ladybug. Sure there are crazy cloud people up in the sky creating out weather. Dahl's stories are just so readable and kid-centric. He empowers his readers with a sense that even when you are a kid, horrible things can happen to you but that you are strong enough to stay kind and patient until it all works out. What a fantastic message.

Exercise Bike Clearance

Exercise bikes work your legs, heart and lungs without putting impact or stress on your joints. They have always been very popular pieces of cardiovascular equipment because the exercise motion is very familiar to most people; you simply pedal as you would on a regular bike. You can set your own pace, and even read while exercising.

Types of Exercise Bikes

Upright Bikes

* Similar in form to traditional bikes and still the largest seller
* Good lower body and cardiovascular workout
* Fit easily in limited spaces

Recumbent Bikes, semi-recumbent bikes

* These have chair-like, or bucket seat
* More comfortable than an upright bike and provide better back support
* Promote more efficient blood flow throughout the body
* Prevent you from cheating on peddling because you can't stand up

Dual Action Bikes

* These are Upright models with movable bars on arm handles
* By utilizing both arms and legs the overall aerobic intensity is increased
* Upper body toning is enhanced

Bacon of the Month Club

Each month, members receive one pound of artisanal Indiana bacon, along with recipes, and "Belly Tales", which is a history of the animal in question. Memberships last for four months, and new members receive a Bacon Club t-shirt, and the market will make a contribution to the fab charity Heifer International. Locals can join for $69, and pick up their bacon at the store, but if you're just visiting Indy, you've got a couple of options. First, you can swing by the market and see if you can sample the month's bacon on a sandwich. "We do often times feature the bacon on a sandwich but not always," says owner Chris Eley. Second, and less risky: you can join the club and they'll ship your bacon anywhere in the continental United States. (With delivery, the fee is $129.)

Britax Frontier booster seats released

BRITAX LAUNCHES FRONTIER™ COMBINATION HARNESS-2-BOOSTER SEAT WITH GREATER PROTECTION FOR GROWING CHILDREN. Britax Child Safety Inc., recognized as a leader in child seat manufacturing and child passenger safety, has announced the launch of the Frontier™, the first seat to offer children between 25 and 80 pounds True Side Impact Protection® with a five-point harness and an anthropometrically correct fit. The combination harness-2-booster can also accommodate children between 40 and 100 pounds as a vehicle seat belt- positioning booster.

The Frontier addresses calls from groups such as the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration to keep children harnessed as long as possible. The seat adjusts with children as they grow, ensuring that it fits their body, not just their weight. This allows children to graduate from convertible car seats without compromising safety.

Kramer Knives For Sale

Kramer Knives seem to be one of the hottest holiday items. Kramer Knives were created by master bladesmith Bob Kramer. What makes Kramer Knives a better choice than other similar knives?

Bob Kramer, creator of Kramer knives, has 10 years experience in professional kitchens. He also has 15 years experience building custom knives. Kramer Knives are designed to deliver top performance in your kitchen.

What do other people have to say about Kramer Knives? I haven't tried them myself but desperately need a new set of kitchen knives. I checked out a rave review about Kramer Knives at 3 Luxe. They feel these custom made steel knives are superior and worth the price of about $300 to $500 per set.



Have you tried Kramer Knives? What do you think of them? Are they worth the price and what makes them different from other kitchen knives? To find out more about Kramer Knives, check out their website.

Butterball Turkey Fryer

Thanksgiving is all about stuffing yourself with great food after waiting way too many hours for that Turkey to cook in the oven. And turkey isn’t all that great if we’re honest. However, frying things is always the answer. But as you’ve no doubt seen in many youtube videos, frying up a Turkey can be dangerous. The Butterball Turkey Fryer makes it a whole lot safer for just $120. This fryer can handle birds up to 14 pounds and features a digital timer, adjustable thermostat control, a fold-away lid with viewing window and built-in filter. The included cooking basket also works for foods other that Turkeys too.

Turkey Brine

Turkey Brine?

Thawing a Turkey

Whenever possible, refrigerator thawing is best. However, if you are short on time and need a speedy method, try cold-water thawing. Never thaw a turkey at room temperature, as this allows for bacterial growth and is never recommended.

For Thawing a Frozen Whole Turkey, Whole Turkey Breast or a Boneless Roast:

Refrigerator Thawing

* Thaw breast side up, in unopened wrapper, on a large plate or tray in the refrigerator. (the tray will prevent juices from the thawing turkey leaking onto other foods and contaminating them).
* Allow for at least 1 day for every 4 pounds of turkey.
* Refrigerator thawing times: 4 to 12 pounds, one to three days; 12 to 16 pounds, three to four days; 16 to 20 pounds, four to five days; and 20 to 24 pounds, five to six days.

Cold-Water Thawing

* Thaw breast side down, in unopened wrapper, in enough cold water to cover it completely.
* Change the water frequently to keep the turkey chilled.
* Estimate a minimum thawing time of 30 minutes per pound for a whole turkey.
* Cold water thawing times: 4 to 12 pounds, two to six hours; 12 to 16 pounds, six to eight hours; 16 to 20 pounds, eight to 10 hours; and 20 to 24 pounds, 10 to 12 hours.

Courtesy of Butterball.com

Helpful Hints

* Don’t forget to remove the neck and giblets from the neck opening and the body cavity after the turkey thaws.
* Cook them to make turkey broth or stock or chop up cooked meat from neck and giblets and add to stuffing or gravy.
* Discard the liver as its unique flavor does not blend with the other ingredients.
* Rinse the turkey inside and out and pat dry before roasting.