Get Fab & Fit in Active by Old Navy!

Old Navy's Activewear "Compression" line has been a fabulous asset to my wardrobe, literally! I purchased several pairs of the compression pants, thus, helping my workout clothes grow into a full collection. It's fabulous being able to wear something that allows me to move freely, doesn't constrict my breathing in ways that other compression pants do and it really does help tuck in the areas I don't like on my body (tummy, thighs, love handles, etc.). I love how they stretch with you as you move...they don't bunch down when I run (just a tad really) . That's why I would rather wear the activewear rather than any old pair of sweatpants!

Plus, the colors and style are great, simple enough & really comfortable to run errands in and yet, it motivates me enough to go to the gym knowing I will look great (at least I think so). It definitely increases my stamina in that I don't have to waste my time pulling up my pants while I run or do my workouts. LOL

I love Old Navy's Active line. I have to admit, 90% of my workout clothes are from Old Navy just because they are so versatile and they are just too affordable to pass up (compared to Athleta and other brands). So I was very happy to participate in Crowdtap's sample share to try out the new active wear at Old Navy.

I took my sister with me so that she can experience how it is to be a Crowdtapper! We tried out several outfits before deciding. We even got the fitting room lady to enjoy the experience with us. She just laughed at us as we went through 10 different outfits. My sister and I were sweating like crazy! We ended up picking similar outfits!! ;)

Thanks Crowdtap and Old Navy for another awesome experience!!!

Coupon Coupon: FREE Blockbuster Movie Rentals!

Blockbuster Express has come out with some new codes that will result in FREE movie rentals. Each code is worth $1 and there are many movies for rent that are just $1 per night. Make sure to turn it in on time and you get a FREE movie rental. These codes expire on September 16th, 2011.

* 33TDR8
* 23PGAR7
* 52KRVF7
* 48RMAQ5
* 79AGSF6
* 48TPLD5
* 26MMKC3
* 99JMMF9

Thanks Southern Savers!

Product Review: Mat Kearney's 3rd Album "Young Album"

Mat Kearney's "Young Album" was literally music to my ears. I have been waiting to discover really good music. Lately, I have been hooked on Adele, Colbie Caillat, Jason Mraz and Lady Antebellum. But I was looking for something a little bit more upbeat but still mellow. Mat Kearney was the answer to that! His voice reminds me of Counting Crows' lead singer Adam Duritz voice. It's very calming and is very soulful. Every time I hear "Hey Mama", I just want to dance in my seat (I'm usually in the car when I listen to music). Since I'm a Mom, I just feel like it's the perfect song to get me going at the beginning of the day. I am in love with his voice! I love the following songs: Sooner or Later, Down, She's Got the Honey and Rochester...all such different songs from each other but they all suck me in (in a good way) entirely.

It's really easy to listen to the whole album from beginning to end. I like the fact that I can play the whole album while the kids are in the car too, it's hard to find pop music that I are "safe" for the kids to listen to these days. I like Bruno Mars and Travie McCoy too but the words are just not all that suitable for the kiddos. Mat Kearney is a wonderful artist and I hope he makes another album!

*I received this CD as a part of the "Mat Kearney" project and I am a member of One2One Network.

Great deal on Crocs.com!

You can get 25% off your entire purchase with code CROCS25 AND FREE shipping with code FALLSHIP on Crocs.com! YES, you can use BOTH codes together !!! Also includes the clearance section!

Save 30% off at Gap, Old Navy & Banana Republic online!

*Offer valid on Old Navy, Gap and Banana Republic merchandise purchased online only between August 21, 2011 at 12:01 AM ET and August 24, 2011 at 11:59 PM ET in the US only. Not valid on Piperlime or Athleta merchandise or at Athleta, Old Navy, Gap or Banana Republic stores, Gap Outlet, Gap Generation, Banana Republic Factory Stores or Edition by Banana Republic. Not valid on the following Gap merchandise: baby sleepwear, select Kids and Baby pants, leather and suede apparel, Design Edition shoes, Keds®, Junk Food™, Medela®, or Leading Lady®. Not valid on the following Old Navy merchandise: Everyday Steals and jeans. Not valid on the following Banana Republic merchandise: Mad Men Collection, Banana Republic Timeless collection, Monogram Dresses, Men´s Gavin, Dawson, and Emerson pants, men´s bags, and Chan Luu products. Not valid on international purchases. Qualifying amount applies to merchandise only, not value of gift cards purchased, packaging, applicable taxes or shipping & handling charges. Cannot be combined with any other offers or discounts, including Gap Inc. employee discount. Offer is non-transferable and not valid for cash or cash equivalent. No adjustments on previous purchases. Offer subject to change without notice.

This Saturday (August 13) is the beginning of the FREE movie screenings at "Movies at the Mission" in downtown SLO!

Don't miss out on this FREE summer movie series. Join the fun and watch Mary Poppins, Hook and Over the Hedge! Movies start at dusk...

For more info: CLICK HERE

Aug 13: Mary Poppins
The movie combines a diverting story, songs, color and sequences of live action blended with the movements of animated figures. Mary Poppins is a kind of Super-nanny who flies in with her umbrella in response to the request of the Banks children and proceeds to put things right with the aid of her rather extraordinary magical powers before flying off again. Written by alfiehitchie

Aug 20: Hook
Peter Pan (Williams) has grown up to be a cut-throat merger and acquisitions lawyer, and is married to Wendy's granddaughter. Captain Hook (Hoffman) kidnaps his children, and Peter returns to Never Land with Tinkerbell (Roberts). With the help of her and the Lost Boys, he must remember how to be Peter Pan again in order to save his children by battling with Captain Hook once again. Written by Ed Sutton

Aug 27: Over the Hedge
Traveling raccoon con artist, RJ, arrives in a woods outside a human city in the Midwest, excited about the wonders that living near humans can bring hungry animals. What he finds, however, is an Amish-like community that is deathly afraid of humans, after their leader, Vern the tortoise (Shandling), has an encounter with human boys that terrifies him. Encouraged by RJ, however, the animals slowly venture over the hedge that separates them from the brand new suburban development that appeared over the winter while they were sleeping, and what RJ shows them is a whole new world where humans leave tin cans full of fish and other food in big canisters, ripe for the taking. As they get closer and closer to humans, however, their comfortable lives in the woods appears to be threatened...
Written by austin4577@aol.com

FREE movie at dusk this Friday at Evers Sports Park in Templeton!

“Secretariat” screens at dusk Friday at Evers Sports Park in Templeton. Although the screening is free and includes popcorn, parking is $5 per carload.

Housewife and mother Penny Chenery agrees to take over her ailing father's Virginia-based Meadow Stables, despite her lack of horse-racing knowledge. Against all odds, Chenery -- with the help of veteran trainer Lucien Laurin -- manages to navigate the male-dominated business, ultimately fostering the first Triple Crown winner in twenty-five years.

Read more: SLO Blogs of The Tribune News

*Thanks Sarah Linn @ SheLikesToWatch