Apparently to a six year-old, restaurants have little to do with the food and more to do with the little "extras." Marketing at it's best. <----biased marketer.
Jane says:
"I love Wingers, it's my favorite restaurant. Because they have popcorn."
"I love Red Rock, because they have good pizza."
"I love Olive Garden, because they have mint chocolates at the end."
"I love Thai Garden, because they have big fish in the tank."
"I love Applebees, because they have crayons and coloring papers."
"I love Texas Roadhouse, because they let you throw your peanut shells on the ground!"
Monday, April 29, 2013
Saturday, April 20, 2013
Our speech at Utah State University's Entrepreneur Leadership Speaker Series
Recently +Rett Clevenger and I spoke at the John M Huntsman School of Business at Utah State University to kick off their Entrepreneur Leadership Series. It was the first time we had spoken in public together - and the first time we'd talked about our Entrepreneurship in public. Go easy on us :)
Sunday, April 14, 2013
KSL TV segment - spring fashion trends for kids
I was back at my old stomping grounds (job before starting STEALS.com) talking about Spring Fashion Trends for kids.
Sorry about the intro ad - it's on their side.
In a nutshell, some of the hot colors are sunshine yellows, emerald greens, and poppy reds. Bright and bold. Styles are flower power, urban cool, and big graphic prints on shirts.
It's always so fun going back to KSL - I love seeing my friends there!
Sorry about the intro ad - it's on their side.
In a nutshell, some of the hot colors are sunshine yellows, emerald greens, and poppy reds. Bright and bold. Styles are flower power, urban cool, and big graphic prints on shirts.
It's always so fun going back to KSL - I love seeing my friends there!
Saturday, March 16, 2013
Tuesday, March 27, 2012
Monday, March 26, 2012
A slice of Steal Network history.
Just over four years ago...
...dreams can come true, people. You just gotta make it happen.
From: Jana Francis
Date: Sun, Feb 10, 2008 at 10:10 PM
Subject: Website
To: Emily Millard
Hi Emily!
How are you? Are you working at Simmons? I am writing to see if you do freelance websites. I am still at KSL but I am starting my own Internet company this year. On nights and weekends I am working on it and hope to be able to work on it full-time sometime this year. I have told no one at work.
It is a very exciting concept and I am hoping to launch the website by the end of March. The main company will probably be called Steals, Inc. and the first website I’ll launch will be www.babysteals.com. Right now if you go there, I just redirected it to blogspot where I have a write-up about it. I think you will like it!
The past few weeks I have been researching how to build the website – I have almost signed up with Network Solutions ecommerce and Yahoo has one, too. But the templates they have available although customizable, aren’t what I want. I just downloaded Dreamweaver and it’s all greek to me!
Anyway, before I bore you to death with all my chatter, I am wondering if you do any freelance work. If so, let’s discuss! I’ll give you an idea of what I need to have done and we can chat about it.
If all goes well, in a year or so I’ll have quite the company going!
Feel free to call me on my cell phone or email me back!
Jana
Monday, March 19, 2012
ProBar Giveaway Winner!
...and the winner is... commenter #4 - Kristina!
Kristina said...
Kristina said...Nutty marshmallow all the way.
Congrats, Kristina, look for an email from me!
Sunday, March 11, 2012
ProBar Giveaway!
I'm one of ProBar's sponsored mom athletes and I wanted to share with you my love for ProBars! They're the perfect whole-food replacement bar.
They go with me skiing, to work, anywhere I'm on the go and have saved me from that 'starving' feeling many times! My boys love them too - they don't last long around our house. They don't last long around Steal Network either - many a time staff will come to my office door asking, "Do you happen to have any ProBars on you?"
Have you ever tried the HALO bars? My favorite is Nutty Marshmallow. mmmmm......
To share my love for them, I'm giving away two boxes of 12 each worth over $55! 12 HALO bars and 12 ProBar whole food meal bars. Yum!
To enter, visit ProBar's site and come back here and leave a comment on what flavor you think would be your favorite (or is your favorite, if you've tried them!)
Winner picked via random.org on 3/18 at 9pm MST and announced on 3/19! Good luck!
***Update: Contest closed***
Friday, March 9, 2012
Potty Time by Signing Time
Have you *seen* the latest release by the creators of Signing Time yet? In my opinion the best dvd for toddlers to be released in a long time, Potty Time! I promise I'm not biased because my adorable sweet daughter Jane is in it. But, she seriously she's so cute in it. Check her out right at the beginning at :05.
And don't think I'm biased because Rachel is my dearest friend. It's because it's a positive, playful reinforcement for toddlers (and let's face it...parents!) on potty training. It's because the songs are catchy, fun, and worthy of singing during many daily occasions like Jane's favorite, "Let's Celebrate!"
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It's because it gets toddlers and parents on the same positive page about potty training. It's because it gives toddlers the tools (and signs) to communicate with parents and listen to their amazing bodies. It's because its entertaining yet educational television with a purpose.
It's because it can change the feeling around potty training for hundreds of thousands (and I am sure eventually, millions) of families worldwide. So, if you're approaching the potty training phase, don't even hesitate! You'll be glad you did.
And don't think I'm biased because Rachel is my dearest friend. It's because it's a positive, playful reinforcement for toddlers (and let's face it...parents!) on potty training. It's because the songs are catchy, fun, and worthy of singing during many daily occasions like Jane's favorite, "Let's Celebrate!"
It's because it gets toddlers and parents on the same positive page about potty training. It's because it gives toddlers the tools (and signs) to communicate with parents and listen to their amazing bodies. It's because its entertaining yet educational television with a purpose.
It's because it can change the feeling around potty training for hundreds of thousands (and I am sure eventually, millions) of families worldwide. So, if you're approaching the potty training phase, don't even hesitate! You'll be glad you did.
Saturday, February 11, 2012
DIY Valentines Cards
I wanted to get creative with Jane's Valentines this year so naturally, I turned to Pinterest! I quickly stumbled on the perfect idea - Tootsie Pop Valentines! I think I've outdone myself this year and I can't imagine topping this next year. How CUTE are these! The original idea came from this blog - total genius.
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Here's how I did it:
1) Took a photo of Jane with her hand outstretched.
2) Downloaded it and added the text and border in Picasa.
3) Printed them on my photoprinter, and slit out the opening for the sucker with the tip of a knife and inserted the sucker.
4) Had jane sign them with a photo marker and voila! The cutest Valentine's card EVER!
She's so excited to give them to her kindergarten classmates and especially her teacher, Mr. Dodge.
Happy Valentine's Day!
Here's how I did it:
1) Took a photo of Jane with her hand outstretched.
2) Downloaded it and added the text and border in Picasa.
3) Printed them on my photoprinter, and slit out the opening for the sucker with the tip of a knife and inserted the sucker.
4) Had jane sign them with a photo marker and voila! The cutest Valentine's card EVER!
She's so excited to give them to her kindergarten classmates and especially her teacher, Mr. Dodge.
Happy Valentine's Day!
Saturday, January 14, 2012
I had to share this
Scrapbooksteals fan Nancy Roth posted this on the ScrapbookSteals.com Facebook Fan page. Yes, I laughed so hard that it had to make my personal blog. HILARIOUS!
Saturday, December 24, 2011
Wednesday, December 21, 2011
Christmas Programs
Had to share these cute shots of Jane before her school Christmas programs this week!
Sunday, December 18, 2011
My Pinterest Obsession
I love Pinterest. It's the greatest idea since this super cool website babysteals came along :) Pinterest can be overwhelming because you can love almost everything you see and can spend hours 'pinning' things you love into organized boards yet never seem to try many of the ideas. I tend to take the opposite approach and organize my boards accordingly - such as "Food to Try" and "Recipes I've Tried and loved". Every Sunday I've been trying some of the recipes I've pinned to my Food to Try board and moving them to the other board - assuming I liked it! Here are some winners I've found through Pinterest that have become traditions in my house:
Pumpkin Pancakes - I make a big batch of these on Sundays. I take what is leftover and freeze them individually, then put them all in a freezer ziploc bag. They pop into the toaster perfectly for the boys on school mornings. Top with Nutella or maple syrup - amazing!
Green Smoothie Cups - I admit these look nasty, but they're totally not! Again, I make a big batch on Sunday. I keep coconut water in the fridge so the boys can make their smoothies each morning by adding the water and one smoothie cup to the blender. They love it! For real!
Homemade Cinnamon Almonds - Trust me on this one. Stop what you're doing right now and make these- it will take less than 10 minutes to prepare them. Your house will smell incredible and you'll never buy the ones at the mall again. Except you'll have to make a lot- my boys devoured one batch in less than 24 hours.
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Homemade Ranch Dressing - There are three things I hate about store bought ranch dressing. MSG - I'm allergic and it's terrible for your body. It's fattening, and high in sodium. Totally defeats the purpose of having a salad. This recipe is fresh and much more healthy for you. I replace half of the mayonnaise with plain greek yogurt. It's amazing!
Here's my Pinterest account. If you need an invite, let me know and I'll send you one. I have many other things I use Pinterest for that I'll talk about in another post. Happy Pinning and I apologize in advance!
Pumpkin Pancakes - I make a big batch of these on Sundays. I take what is leftover and freeze them individually, then put them all in a freezer ziploc bag. They pop into the toaster perfectly for the boys on school mornings. Top with Nutella or maple syrup - amazing!
Green Smoothie Cups - I admit these look nasty, but they're totally not! Again, I make a big batch on Sunday. I keep coconut water in the fridge so the boys can make their smoothies each morning by adding the water and one smoothie cup to the blender. They love it! For real!
Homemade Cinnamon Almonds - Trust me on this one. Stop what you're doing right now and make these- it will take less than 10 minutes to prepare them. Your house will smell incredible and you'll never buy the ones at the mall again. Except you'll have to make a lot- my boys devoured one batch in less than 24 hours.
Homemade Ranch Dressing - There are three things I hate about store bought ranch dressing. MSG - I'm allergic and it's terrible for your body. It's fattening, and high in sodium. Totally defeats the purpose of having a salad. This recipe is fresh and much more healthy for you. I replace half of the mayonnaise with plain greek yogurt. It's amazing!
Here's my Pinterest account. If you need an invite, let me know and I'll send you one. I have many other things I use Pinterest for that I'll talk about in another post. Happy Pinning and I apologize in advance!
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