Friday, April 1, 2011

Welcome...Join The Party!

Ultimate Blog Party 2011


It's party time around blog land and I'm ready to join in!  Starting today and all next week it's the 5th Annual Ultimate Blog Party happening at 5 Minutes For Mom.  Go check it out...discover tons of new blogs and there's prizes too!

So, let's get this started...
(photo by Odd Dog Design & Photography)
Welcome to Home Matters.  I'm so glad you came by for a visit!

My name is Jennifer.  I'm married and have 2 sweet children, ages 10 and 7.  I'm an at-home mom and feel blessed that I can do that right now.  We're from North Carolina (I'm native but my hubby is originally from PA).  I love making our house a real home...not a perfect magazine-worthy home...but a real one with toys on the floor and fingerprints on the fridge.  And in the midst of all of that some nice stuff too :)

I love to cook and believe sitting down to dinner together is such an important part of the day.  I'm definitely not a gourmet chef and don't make anything fancy.  I love good food that is quick, easy and family friendly.  Sharing recipes is one of my favorite things to do with my blog. 

I also love to coupon and shop for deals.  And I like to share that with others.  That is actually why I originally started my blog.  But over time it has changed to reflect more about recipes and home stuff.  I do still add in some deal stuff too and am planning a couponing series to begin in a few weeks. 

My blog is all about real stuff, nothing fancy here.  Cooking, cleaning, deals and I'll be posting more about home stuff in the days to come.  And, once I find the right words, I will share about my son's Alopecia, which explains the cute little bald boy in my photo :)

I hope you'll come back and visit again soon.  You can keep up with what's going on here at Home Matters by becoming a "follower" through Google Friend Connect (that sounds like stalking...wish they'd change that wording), by subscribing to receive email updates or you can "Like" me on my new Facebook page. 

Thanks for stopping by.  I'd love it if you'd leave me a little "hello" in the comments :)
Hope to visit with you again soon!
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13 comments:

  1. Love the Decor!April 1, 2011 at 11:52 AM

    Hi Jennifer
    In from the UBP'11 but I follow already : )
    Hope you have a wonderful weekend!!

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  2. FrouFrouBritchesApril 1, 2011 at 12:31 PM

    Love that picture of y'all Jennifer! So cute! I'm glad you mentioned being "a follower". While I visit you often, I always forget to click that little button. DUH! Now I'm an "official" follower!

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  3. Jen@ScrapingirlApril 1, 2011 at 4:06 PM

    Coupons?!?! Did someone say coupons?? :) Stopping by from UBP.

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  4. Disney Go To Girl (Amanda Ficili)April 1, 2011 at 9:31 PM

    Thanks for stopping by the Disney Go To Girl Blog on your UBP Blog Hop!!! I love your site and am happy to connect with fellow '"tar-Heelers". If I can help with your Disney vacation in ANY way, please email me!!! I LOVE spreading Pixie Dust! Amanda@DisneyGoToGirl.com

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  5. Jinxy and MeApril 2, 2011 at 12:25 AM

    Thanks for stopping by! I'm following you back. I'll be back again to check out some of your recipes!

    Chrysa

    Thrifty Jinxy
    Thrifty Recipes

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  6. Kristina @ A Home Made by KikiApril 2, 2011 at 9:42 AM

    Stopping by from the UBP! I love meeting new bloggers....especially mom bloggers...so stop by and visit if you get the chance! I'm your newest follower! Looks like we have a lot in common...cooking, cleaning, coupons...can't wait to follow you! :)

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  7. KarynApril 2, 2011 at 11:05 AM

    Thanks for stopping by my blog! Yours looks great as well. I also love to use coupons... Look forward to reading more about you.

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  8. MisyApril 2, 2011 at 7:33 PM

    We have a bunch in common! I ran a "couponing" blog for about 8 months and then it tapered off (I got pregnant with my 4th in 3 yrs). Now I run a blog about quick, easy and family friendly foods and recipes. My husband has Alopecia. Lost all his hair in high school. Tough, tough experience, but it shaped him. He wouldn't change it now. Glad to have "met" you. Look forward to more!

    Misty (from UBP)

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  9. AnonymousApril 2, 2011 at 11:04 PM

    Thanks for stopping by my blog! Nice to "meet" you, following you now!

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  10. Krafty Max OriginalsApril 4, 2011 at 11:31 AM

    I couldn't find the post about the Friday Blog Hop - I know, a little late, but I am here....

    BLOG HOPping around - I am now a follower of your blog, wont you also follow me?? ~KM
    Krafty Max Originals

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  11. Molly W. (@mommylovespark)April 4, 2011 at 10:32 PM

    Hi! I'm your newest follower from UBP11! I'm so glad I found you, I'm attempting to start couponing myself.

    You can check out my blog here: http://infertilenanny.blogspot.com/2011/04/5-minutes-to-mom-ultimate-blog-party.html

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  12. Stephanie TApril 5, 2011 at 3:44 PM

    Hi! I'm stopping by from the UBP!
    I love fast and easy recipes and also posted some in my blog!
    Greetings from Germany!
    Stephanie

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  13. TanyasTreasureTroveApril 16, 2011 at 9:48 PM

    Hi! Following you from
    UBP! Hope you visit me
    and return the follow!
    :0)

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