Fitness Goals in the New Year!

20 days into the New Year… How Is your New Year resolution to lose weight? ....Not going as great as you expect? If so you are not alone. As the New Year begins many of us are turning our attentions towards health and nutrition with weight loss as our goal. Although we are in good company beginning this weight loss journey, many of us will fall short of our target weight and ultimately give up on our battle to shed those extra pounds.

So how does one lose that weight? The best thing to do is to start the weight loss journey as prepared as possible. One way to do this is to make a clear timeline of practical goals. Make sure that you know exactly how much weight you plan to lose in both the short term and long term. Take heed, it is easy to dream big and not follow through so this is the time to be realistic. It feels much better to set the bar low and exceed your expected weigh loss than to ask more of yourself than you can deliver.

After you have a well thought out schedule of weight loss goals the next thing to do is create a plan of action to achieve those goals. Be detailed and make sure that you incorporate everyday life into this plan. Outline every step that is necessary to reach your target weight by each deadline. Do your research and be as thorough as possible. This is will be a form of motivation for you in the future so make sure to write it with a positive mindset.

It is important to be positive when losing weight. Monitor your progress and make sure to reward yourself in ways that will not hinder your progress. If you have set a weekly goal to lose 5 lbs. then reward yourself with something other than food once you have lost the weight. 

Know that sometimes weight loss plans need to change and we must be flexible when those changes are needed. Try not to beat yourself up if you do not reach your target weight loss; instead remap you weight loss plan. The more you try to make up for the pounds you did not lose the harder it will be to lose the weight. Instead of accumulating failures, celebrate success. Keep it up and I know this time next year there will be a thinner healthier you! Look out for great fitness deals coming up on JollySavers

Happy New Year....Happy Savings!

As the New Year begins, many of us are reflecting on our lives and making resolutions to change something in our lives this year. Among the most common and most successful of resolutions is something that virtually everyone has a need of these days—saving money. In a less than stable economy everyone is trying to save a buck, but not everyone knows how to save effectively.

Here you will find some easy ways to start saving money that anyone can do; no matter how big or small their budget may be. Anyone can save money with a little planning and dedication.

The first step to saving money is to track your spending. This will help you to be mindful of what you spend and how you spend it. It is a good idea to write down everything you spend, making sure to include the small things you may not normally keep track of, like your morning cup of coffee. Having all of your expenses written in the same place will help you be aware of how you can slim your budget.

                  
Once you have a good understanding of the areas you are going to cut back in, you can turn you attention to some more creative ways to save money.One way to stretch your budget is to go green. Being more eco-conscious is not only good for the environment, but also your wallet. Simple things like growing your own vegetables and herbs at home can make a big different in your daily spending.  There are many ways to save money while saving the environment. Some are more traditional like turning of the lights when not in use and using reusable water bottles instead of disposable ones. But it is also good to look at more unconventional ways to save, like turning old pickle jars or baby food jars into chic storage containers for pens or small pieces.

                  
No matter which approach you take to saving money this year, make sure you have a plan and that you are ready to stick with it. Look for ways to save that you normally may not consider check your JollySavers deal site and you may be surprised at how much money you can accumulate this year. I know you can do it! 

Cupcakes & Lemonade

JollySavers is a fun venture for me.   I wish I had been inspired this way a few years back.  Working over 10 years in corporate America brought no fulfillment.  I love what I am doing.  Finding good deals for families and sharing is a true passion.  Even more importantly I just discovered that I am offering a much needed service for a lot of small businesses out there.   A lot of businesses have jumped on the daily deal band wagon.  The have been pressured by the "big guys" to offer deep discounts that they cannot afford,  relinquish huge amounts of their profits, and wait a few months to get their portion of the profits. For many this really hurts!   With each business owner that I speak to I try to understand where they are financially and try to create a deal that not only works, but brings them full paying repeat business. Each week, I am going to choose a deal to feature on my blog.  I will try to make a weekly entry at the least.  As a mom, and a small business owner this will be an interesting venture.  This week, I am featuring Cupcakes and Lemonade. Cupcakes and Lemonade is a chic online store that stays sweet living up to its name. Cupcakes and Lemonade will put the perfect swirl of icing and sprinkles on your party with custom invitations, banners, stickers, favor tags, food labels and even adorn actual icing with themed cupcake toppers! Their creative, custom-made products are the perfect compliment to every event. From birthday parties to back yard barbecue’s, holiday celebrations to special occasion soirees, Cupcakes and Lemonade will take your event to the next level and make you the talk of all your guests. Can you deal with that? Working with Laura has been a pleasure.  She truly has a passion for anything and everything kids party. Check out our deal! Support Jollysavers and Cupcakes & Lemonade!

 

WIN $250 Toys R Us Gift Cards

CRAZY GIVEAWAY!!!

$250 Gift Card to Toys R Us

Contest sponsored by JollySavers! No matter what type of deal you’re looking for, you’ll find it and several others at JollySavers.com a leading destination for family friendly daily deals and more. Now with a new and improved nationwide deal section JollySavers is the best place to start your search for savings. Never pay full price again with help from JollySavers.com.

SUBMIT YOUR FUN HOLIDAY PHOTO & VOTE HERE!!!!

Top 10 FUN Indoor Party Ideas / Themes

1.    Indoor Bounce:

Each guest gets to bounce until they are worn out!  The inflatable bouncer is set up indoors. In a basement or garage with high ceilings. Watch out for bounce companies that have indoor bounces available.  Another option is to rent a church or school gym and take the monster inflatable’s indoors. www.jollysavers.com

2.    Cupcakes & Sprinkles:

Each guest gets to bake and decorate cupcakes. Choose from several mini stations lined with oodles of different sprinkles and colored frosting to “dress up” your cupcakes—eat them now or take home to enjoy later. 

3.    Furry Bearry- Stuff an animal friend:

Each guest gets to make one stuffed friend. You choose the price point you want per guest. Choose from over 20 bearry friends and receive an adoption certificate, heart inserts/wishes and a great take-home box. coming soon to  www.jollysavers.com

4.    Simply Ceramics: 

The art of play!  Bring out their creativity and let them enjoy our ceramic studio filed with items to paint and be glazed. The Simply Ceramics Party includes all supplies and instructions.  Guest paint any one of the ceramic pieces available on our shelves - figurines, bowls, vases, robots, snack plates, dogs, cars, panda, T-rex etc.  Recommended age is 3 and up.

5.    Build & Design:

Assemble and paint a wooden creation.  Each child will assemble a simple wood item, paint and decorate it. Choose from: race cars, sail boat, dolphin, picture frame, birdhouses, toolboxes, jewelry box etc. Recommended age is 3 and up.

6.    Lego World:

Create and share Lego products with your favorite friends. Each child will work with Lego products to inspire imagination, creativity and to make learning fun.  The Lego World Party engages kids to explore a castle, race a car, take a Lego product home! Recommended age is 3 and up.

7.    Pajama Party

It’s a girlie after hours Pajama Party! Come in your favorite PJs and slippers, and bring a sleeping bag. We’re going to rock the night away! Get treated to a new hair style and mini manicure. You’ll love the Pajama Jam Fashion Show and Photo Shoot, and a special craft!

8.    Spa Party

 Enjoy this Spa indulgence and get pampered with all your special guests.  Each guest will get a glam Spa Treatment in the Spa. Relax and enjoy mini manicures, pedicures and facials. This party includes a visit to one of our creative stations, Fashion Show, Photo Shoot, and much more!

9.    Glam Party

 Calling all Diva’s and Fashionistas! Get all glitzed and glammed in the Spa! The Birthday girl and her guests will receive total makeovers and  participate in a runway photo shoot  extravaganza... be sure to strike a pose for  the paparazzi! The Glam party includes photo shoot, crafts and more!

10.  Pink Poodle Party

Adopt a French Pink Poodle! Each girl gets to pick out her own pink poodle puppy to adopt, stuff and love. After a glamorous makeover in the Spa Studio with hair-style, make-up and nails, each guest gets ready for a Pink Poodle Fashion Show on the runway with lots of photos! This party is…how you say… “ce magnifique!”

Columbus Mom's you deserve this! up to $500 GIFT CARD TO SAKS FIFTH AVENUE

HI MOMS,

Mom's you deserve to treat yourselves for all your hard work, labor of love, and daily sacrifices. We are giving away gift cards to Saks Fifth Avenue!   I Love Saks Fifth Avenue....My favorite store to browse and dream.  I never really buy anything because it is always too pricey.  However, I still LOVE!!! Saks Fifth Avenue.  I am giving away up to $500 in gift cards to Columbus Mom's.

Once a month or so, a killer deal, a huge discount, suddenly appears and then it's gone, and most families miss it. Subscribe to JollySavers right now and you'll never miss that deal again. Everything from family fun activities to party packages, tutoring programs, and food. You're busy so we find these deals for you. Relax, we'll tell you everyday about the deals too big to miss.  JollySavers the premiere deal site for Columbus area families is launching soon OCT 2011.

SUBSCRIBE www.jollysavers.com/subscribe Now! Get all your friends and Family to Subscribe this is going to be good! A Facebook drawing on October 31, 2011.

All subscribers are entered into a draw to win several prizes after 1st purchase: Grand Prize: $250 gift Card to Saks Fifth Avenue  Second Prize: $100 gift Card to Saks Fifth Avenue  Third Prize: $ 50 gift Card to Saks Fifth Avenue  10 Bonus Prizes: of $20 Kroger Gift Cards  Like us on face book and follow us on Twitter for Drawing October 31, 2011 

Family Friendly Daily Deals Coming Soon to Columbus, Ohio

Columbus Area Families, Parents, Grandparents, Parents-to-be, and Childcare Providers

We are happy to announce the launching of JollySavers (www.jollysavers.com)!

If you are familiar with the websites Groupon, Living Social, or other group buying sites, JollySavers is a similar concept, however, it is a website specifically geared to parents, grandparents, parents-to-be, and other childcare providers in the Columbus Metro Area.

If you are unfamiliar with the notion of group buying, it is basically a win-win proposition for the business and its customers. Each day JollySavers will feature a daily, unbeatable, family value deal. You will be able to purchase and print your JollySavers certificate directly on the website. The deals will lead to savings of up to 50% and at times more!

We already have a fantastic lineup of deals on board for you and the excitement is spreading. Some of our first exclusive deals will include a tutoring club, performer for parties and schools, music classes, family photographer, muralist, play gym, dance classes, and a cupcake shop.

Please subscribe on the website NOW at www.jollysavers.com to ensure that you receive the first daily deals offered coming this October.

Also, in order for many of the deals to become active, a minimum number of buyers will need to go for the deal. Thus, we need you to help us spread the word so that everyone can benefit from these great family value deals. Spread the word and help get more people subscribed by telling your playgroups, schools, neighbors, friends and family about JollySavers. One easy way to do this is to click on our Facebook link to become a fan and suggest to your friends that they become fans and check us out. You can also follow us on Twitter.

Let's all work together to make JollySavers your exclusive source of friends and family deals.

-      Your Friends at Jollysavers

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