This is a compensated review by BlogHer and Ritz.
So this summer is my first summer NOT doing home daycare or working in some form or another since...umm...since I was 16 maybe? Being that I have 3 active boys and I am in fact a student myself, the school year was busy and hectic and went a mile a minute. So I was so looking forward to this summer of just me and my boys. (and their dad) PS: I loved my daycare kids, but there's something about just having my very own kiddos and being on our very own schedule!
Lets start by saying I'm in the car easily 4-5 times a day. I take them to the weekly summer movies at the local theatre, I'm at the library 3+ days a week dropping off and picking up movies and books, I schlep 'em out to the water park 2+ days a week, I drive them to and from cubscout meetings, and sit on the sidelines during basketball. I'm at the grocery store, the bank, the gas station, etc etc etc! We are on the run constantly! When I do have a minute or two free, my favorite thing to do is take a breath, grab a snack, and read a book.
Running around town or hiding in my corner hanging out with the latest author, snacks on the go are a must. Ritz Crackerfuls filled crackers are portable and so easy to grab in a pinch. The 6 grams of whole grain in each serving make this a filling and healthier alternative to all the sugar snacks that seem to sneak their way into my cupboards.
These snacks get snuck OUT of my cupboards just as quickly!
To enter the $100 Visa gift card giveaway, tell me what you do when you have a few moments all to yourself. Do you hop online? Take a nap? Work on a hobby? Watch TV? Knit? Play the trombone? Garden? Tell me in the comments.
The contest runs July 9th-July 31st and there are sixteen other chances to win! Please check out the other bloggers' pages and contests here. Official rules can be read here. Read about Ritz Crackerfuls, and save $1.00 on Ritz Crackerfuls filled crackers by clicking here for your coupon.
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I've just started quilting and have fallen in love with quilting hexagons. You can take them with you anywhere and get a bunch done quickly.
I write for my blog.
About every 2 weeks I go to the bookstore cafe, order a Parisian sandwich and coffee and spend my lunch break eating and “reading” a trashy magazine. The time is all mine, I get lousy reception at the bookstore so people can’t reach me, and I always feel a bit more relaxed after taking a bit of time.
I love vegetable gardening. You'll also find me on facebook or some other form of online communication when I have down time.
mattschmunk at gmail dot com
I go online when I have a moment.
mami2jcn at gmail dot com
I'd have to say go online. But sadly I love going to Target by myself too. Sigh.
samanthajocampen at gmail
In my moments to myself I do one of a few things, if I am reading a book I am really into I read. Sometimes I peruse blogs via blog links. If I were out of the house alone, it would be the clearance section of Target for me.
When I have a minute, I like to delve into a book--but I'm usually stuck cleaning something instead!
Read, Read, Read! When I can, I read. Or, if I have more time/energy, I bake. I could spend all day baking...
I've been reading a lot more this summer. Nothing too heavy or serious, but still more reading (less TV - unless it's a new Real Housewives. Sorry, I just can't help myself!)
I read too! I carry my Sony reader around with me so I always have a lot to read. On the train, waiting in line...even a few minutes is great.
I like to read, blog, nap, eat sncks without the kids stealing it from me..probably the same as every other Mom!!
micahandkelsey1(at)cox(dot)net
www.courageousmother.blogspot.com
I usually go for a run! It helps me take a break from it all!
I browse the internet, read books, and play with my cats.
Thank you for the giveaway! :-)
anthy_stl [ATT] yahoo [DOTT] com
Looking at some of my favorite blogs- taking a nap- pulling a few weeds-
jump online and read up
A fe moments to myself I will grab a book I am in the middle of and read a few pages, take a nap or a bath or kit a few rows in my recent project.
I love to take a long long long naps.
Bloggytime20 at yahoo dot com
Read, nap, daydream or go out!
I read any of the many blogs that I follow!
Yes, pretty much all of those! But add in time with pets and shopping :)
chirpatme at rocketmail dot com
Reading a book without interruptions!
nap!
I go online when I have a moment.
kristisdeals1 at yahoo dot com
Usually hop on line or try to get a little cleaning done. Online usually wins out though!
huntandride@hotmail.com
If I have some time to myself, I either pick up my book, curl up and turn on the fan to tune everything else out OR I hop online and catch up on my blogs!
subfertilefrugalista@gmail.com
I try to read, read, read, and if that's impossible, I'll surf the web for a while. Thanks!
Sit a hot bath to read!
rockinmomma@rockindeals4you.com
Reading blogs or books.
I watch tv or surf the web.
I like to read or go online
Love to read and go online to my freebie sites and my favorite sweepstakes site! Need lots of energy to win!
frogz60@hotmail.com
When a have a few moments to myself, I check my email and favorite blogs.
ja9elizabeth at yahoo dot com
Nothing like a good novel to spend the afternoon
I stop to read or eat a treat.
When I have a few moments to myself, I enjoy listening to classical music with my eyes closed.
LWons@HotMail.com
I love curling up with a good book on the couch and a glass of wine
ahhhh me time :)
Gardenstatemom at aol dot com
During the summer I play/weed in my garden.
I go outside in my gardens or read a great book or watch a great movie! Thank you!
A few minutes to myself is few and far between, but when I do I hop on the computer and check on a few things or go sit outside in the shade and take a few breaters. Thanks for the shot at winning.
There is nothing better than taking a half hour all to myself with my Kindle, reading my newest book. It just makes me happy to have time alone!
cheatingpiggies at hotmail dot com
I like to curl up with a good book and a hot cup of coffee.
rhoneygtn at yahoo dot com
I try to find a quiet corner in the yard, grab a good book, and some iced tea.
I like to go up to google reader and read all the posts from the RSS feeds and blogs I follow. This can fill in just minutes to hours that I have to "spare".
I like to hop on the internet and read my favorite blogs!
Wow-there are so many things, reading. using twitter, freelance writting, growing my own garden, calling my friends on the phone, pilates.
diane Baum
esldiane@gmail.com
When I have a few moments to my self, I try to get out photo's and do a little scrapbooking. I really love to do this and I seldom get a chance.
Thanks so much.
rickpeggysmith(at)aol(dot)com
I might play on the internet or go thrift store shopping with my friends.
chipdip2010(at)hotmail(dot)com
I like to make jewelry when I have some down time.
Thrifting!!! I love it! It's my way to wind down and relax!!
smiloro at gmail dot com
grab a snack and check facebook
tvollowitz at aol dot com
I like watching movies in bed when I feel lazy or dancing when I feel more energetic.
mandalarctic at gmail dot com
I like to go out a work a bit on my patio garden, its not much but I like to see things growing
singermagic1(at)yahoo(dot)com
I try to spend some time working on my patio garden, like to see things growing
singermagic1(at)yahoo(dot)com
It depends on the day, sometimes I take a 5 mile walk, other days I take an hour nap
I take a walk at lunch time.
When I have a few moments all to myself, you could find me in the garden, the bathtub or curled up with a good book.
HORTON111@AOL.COM
I WATCH TV
I clean the house in the blessed peace and quiet.
I take a walk to relax and refocus
I read either one of the many books I have borrowed from the library or one of the magazines I subscribe to that pile up!
Amie R
I either go for a good walk or a hike in the mountains near my home.
nanoarta1 at gmail dot com
I love to read in my free time!
choateorama(at)gmail(dot)com
I work on a crossword puzzle.
I dance like no one is watching! I am queenesperfect at yahoo.com
When I finally get a moment alone, I usually like to hop into a nice bubble bath and soak my stresses away ;)
shevilkenevil1 at aol dot com
I love to read or veg out in front of the tv.
I surf the net
When I have a few minutes, I try to stroll around my garden. It gets me away from the phone and the computer (I work at home) AND gets me out with the blackberries and blueberries that I've got! Tada! Healthy snack and break!
sksweeps (at) earthlink (dot) net
well, tv is my fave thing to do when I have down time, but I have no cable right now, so BORING!! lol
I love to surf the internet, entering giveaways, listening to music, enjoying youtube, and twitter!
thanks for the chance to win!
ajoebloe(at)gmail(dot)com
I am now hooked on Online Scrabble. I play against a robot/ computer, so I never have to wait, and I have learned valuable new words. This is a much better hobby than my previous one - snacking!
I read anything I can get me hands on
My hobby kind of became my work so when I have a few minutes to spare from that I jump onto facebook to catch up with long distance friends.
I like to take my dog KC on a nice
long walk, she loves it and I enjoy
the time to forget my problems of
the day.Thanks
Cathy Truman
kbtruman@aol.com
I either lay down or enter one more contest... ;-)
I read. msmith572@yahoo.com
When I get online I read the local newspaper, then check craigslist for anything good and then enter more contests!
emtstacey76@live.com
Given time to myself, I will either read or do needlework. Both relax and refresh me.
bbentry [at] aol [dot] com
I like to sit down and read the newspaper - all of it - not just scan the highlights.
I like to catch up on blogs I follow or sit by the window and read a good book.
qwaszx024 at gmail dot com
Love those crackers! I usually escape to my bedroom where the air vent is pointed directly on my bed. I lay in the dark under the fan and try to cool off. Even 10 minutes and I'm recharged. If I have longer, I grab a book.
osmondfreak at cox net net
When I get a few moments to myself I turn on some cheezy reality TV and kicking back on my bed.
I curl my hair. Once I curl it, it lasts 2 days!
I like to read on my screened in porch.
I started taking piano lessons about 8 months ago and I actually like to practice the new music. It is fun to master something new. I also do things like take a walk with my husband each day, Bible reading, looking for new recipes on the internet...all things that I enjoy doing.
When I get a few minutes, I'll go on Skype and see if one of the grandkids are available to say hello and tell them I love them.
I relax with a Sudoku puzzle.
I read some chapters on my Kindle.
teenytig@sbcglobal.net
Nap or finish a good book!
I either work on my blog, or sit in the chair and read one of my magazines or my book.Thanks! thebubbledies(at)gmail(dot)com
I like to sit and watch my dumb reality tv shows on my DVR!
email: lovefateinc at gmail dot com
I have several outlets. I watch Justified and drool.. I play Bloomin' Garden online...and Facebook...
I love to read, take a bubble bath or go online.
While the kids are napping in the afternoon it's my computer time. If I really need a break I'll take a hot bath with a good book.
eswright18 at gmail.com
I love to settle in with a video game. It makes the time go by pretty quickly!
krtrumpet [at] aol [dot] com
I like to read or watch tv.
When I have a few moments all to myself, I like to curl up with a good book and a yummy snack (mine...all mine!).
It really depends but some of my favorite things to do with a few minutes of spare time are nap, take a hot bath, enjoy a cup of hot tea and a tea bisquit.
sign me up
I generally take a hot bath and read a good book.
Thanks for the chance.
mogrill@comcast.net
When I get a few minutes I like to listen to some nature sounds cd and meditate.
mmg (at) roadrunner (dot) com
There are lots of things I love to do, but a little snack on my comfy couch watching a show without anyone calling my name and sitting on my lap
Is always a nice treat!
I blare Ke$ha while baking up something deliciously evil. :)
flamegoddess65@aol.com
I like to curl up with a cup of tea and a good book - or a trashy celeb mag ;)
I stick my nose in a book!
Tarah
tarah716[at]ymail.com
Yoga is something I like to do when no one else is around. :)
Thank you for a chance in this awesome giveaway!
Read!
i love to read on my pad i love the it has a light in side so u can read any were.
http://twitter.com/purplelover04/status/18483029961
I love to enjoy reading a great book in my big ol' recliner.
Thanks for a great giveaway!
reading blpgs and learning new things would be by pick
I usually go online.
dolniaks[at]consolidated[dot]net
Whenever I have a few minutes I read a couple pages of my ongoing books... I usually have 3 or 4 going on at the same time!
I enter some sweepstakes by mail.
kg4rmt at arrl dot net
I like to hop on line and checkout facebook or twitter.
madonnacramer@msn.com
I like to go online and read blogs when I have a free minute to myself.
Love to catch up on blogs.
Catching up on google reader when I have time.
ARFuller@cfl.rr.com
I like to plan for my next vacation.
I look for new blogs to read. There are lots of good ones out there!
Hop in the van and visit Sonic's Happy Hour...
I have a 3 year old grandson, a 16 month old grandson, and a new grandson due to arrive in 5-6 weeks. I don't have any 'me' time so I spend as much time as I can enjoying these precious baby boys.
I love to quilt and watch movies at the same time. That way I get something creative done while I enjoy a movie.
Hop online! I check facebook and read blogs.
When I have some time to myself, I like to read.
I like to curl up with a good book and read.
I love to get a hot cup of coffee and play lexulous on facebook.
When I have time to myself, I either watch some DVDs or read a book. LPoser1 [at] gmail [dot] com
I love doing yard work. I like to be outdoors when it's nice and tend to the garden and flowers.
I play Tetris!
Thanks for entering me! Great Contest!
Janna Johnson
janna@FeedYourPigBlog.com
jannajanna@hotmail.com
www.FeedYourPigBlog.com
I check blogs:)haha!!
Internet, but playing games on my iphone is a close second.
I like to catch up with my favorite blogs!
When I have some "Lori time" I hide in my scrapbook room and get creative! Just completed a Harley album for me and my hubby
rugerpuppies at hotmail dot com
I get online and read blogs! scg00387 at yahoo dot com
When I have a moment to myself I like stepping out to the back deck and just enjoying being outside in the sun.
I am hardly ever alone, but when I am I like to clean-weird I know.
smchester at gmail dot com
Whatever I please at that exact moment. But lots of times it involves reading the blogs of others!
I like to read a book!
jenndiggy at gmail dot com
I like to spend my leisure time on my deck with my kitties relaxing!
Gotta check my FaceBook.
Read - it takes me forever to finish a book.
watch TV or check twitter
I blog hop!! Its fun for me visiting different blogs and meeting wonderful people
Thanks
matternu@gmail.com
Internet junkie right here. In between the work and chores, I'll hop on flickr or visit some new blogs. There's so much out there and not enough time to see it all!
shutterboo at gmail dot com
I visit my friends on Facebook and blog hop :)
jillk77 at aol dot com
Depends on my mood... I may try to read for a few minutes or go take a walk!
Thanks - Sarah Z
believedreamcourage (at) gmail.com
Read. I grab my laptop or books whenever possible.
I get online, it's hard to get me off the computer! LOL
Quick Tattletails
With a few moments to myself, I'll probably sit down and read a magazine or watch the cooking channel.
I love taking naps
When I get a few minutes of spare time I get on the computer and check my email and Facebook.
katiekarr at gmail dot com
I waste a lot of time doing sudoku - I call it mental chewing gum.
I hop on facebook and play games for a few minutes!
fineinsanity {at} live {dot} com
I chat with friends on facebook and watch scary movies with my hubby or my daughter or both! Sometimes I will read a great book too.
micaela6955 at msn dot com
I like to ready my favorite blogs when I have time.
I can read at the drop of a hat!
cgclynsg0 at gmail dot com
Play a game on the computer or take a nap!
cookiesandclogs[at]gmail[dot]com
I watch tv- General Hospital comes at just the right time of day. Thanks!
I either get on the computer or read a good book.
These days when I snag a few minutes for myself, I seem to turn to the Internet, even though I'm unhappy with the choice. I would much rather I spend my time reading, writing or doing something more constructive. Need more will power.
If I have free time, I either jump on twitter or read a chapter or two from the book I'm currently reading.
When I have a few minutes to myself , I try and get in some reading.
I "window shop" online sometimes. On the weekends at home, I'm a nap person. At work, I'll go for a short walk
When I have free time I read. Sometimes I will get out and mow during my free time.
dawns_horizen@yahoo.com
i meditate intime@myself.com
I read.
Thanks for the giveaway >^..^<
bloggyig at gmail dot com
I have 3 boys, a husband and a needy dog. When I have a few moments of free time...I hide in the bathroom. Total paradise to be ALONE!!
I love to surf the net and listen to classical music
So enjoyable to relax with a good book and a four legged friend.
i read a book
chromiumman (at) mail (dot) com
i like to sit down with facebook for a little while and catch up on friends
addictedtorodeo at gmail dot com
Curl up with a good book under my blanket -_-
I watch chick flicks or tear jerkers
I can always enjoy my day by browsing through a few of my favorite blogs and finding new inspiring ideas, crafts, & recipes on the web.
Tamara
I enjoy my day by relaxing into computer games...especially the ones on Facebook like Farmville, Cafe World, etc. Always a lot of fun for me!
bigcrashbangboom @ yahoo (dot) com
In my spare time I usually relax by catching up on some tv, playing a computer game, or even building something new in the garage.
stgraves (at) cox (dot) com
Reading! Books are the thing that let me relax. They take me somewhere else besides where I am all day. Always lightens the mood.
Tarissa
{my email address in my profile}
I catch up on Twitter or Facebook when I have a free minute.
I either do a few minutes on the stationary bike or jump online and check out my favorite blogs!
I either do a few minutes on the stationary bike or jump online and check out my favorite blogs!
I'll listen to a song or two on my ipod to energize my system!
ha ha time to myself. that's a good one. when i do get some I try to read but I so exhausted I usually wind up falling asleep
teechbiz at gmail dot com
I don't get my free time to myself, but when I do, I love to spend time working out in my garden....if the weather doesn't permit, then I like to read.
I spend too much time reading blogs!
Usually you'll find me reading or knitting.
I grab a book and lie on the couch, sometimes I even nap a little.
sharonaquilino at hotmail dot com
It is sad, but I usually just sit and do nothing!
trippyjanet at hotmail dot com
I enter sweepstakes online.
When I have a few moments to myself I like to play online games. It's relaxing and keeps my brain stimulated!
With a little free time, I put up my feet and get online for a bit.
When I have a moment, I go for a run.
hmb@fortaj.com
I love to go bike riding or rollerblading!
I get a shower..never ends with me by my self cause the kids are banging on the door but the first 5 min... Relaxing
I have my own private movie night.
charisscharity at yahoo dot com
This may sound silly, but… when I need a break, I color! Yes, with a coloring book and crayons. It lets me be creative and it is very relaxing.
I always have a book with me so that whenever I have a few minutes of peace, I can read.
I love to read, especially science fiction. I always have a book for down times.
ajolly1456 at gmail dot com
I take a bubble bath!
katyjv1988(@)yahoo(dot)com
Whenever I have some free time, my favorite thing to do is read on the outside patio
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