Disclosure: This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf SIMPLR™. Devices…gadgets…ahhhh! What would our lives be like without them? We have grown so accustomed to having our little electronic helpers with us everywhere we go. I use my smartphone, tablet, and laptop daily. My poor kids don’t even remember a time before computers, smartphones, and stereo quality music players that fits in the watch pocket of your jeans. If we have a road … [Read more...]
05.18
Large Family Vacation Rentals
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of HomeAway.com. All opinions are my own. Large Family Vacation Rentals This summer we are planning a vacation to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. We have 4 families that will be meeting and staying there for a week. I didn’t want to be scattered all across town so I started researching hotels that could accommodate us. It was beginning to look not only expensive but difficult to find a … [Read more...]
04.28
Small Steps to Financial Freedom
Disclosure: This is a sponsored post. All opinions are my own. Figuring out your finances can be tough. My husband and I spent our first years of marriage digging out of the debt we created from the carefree years of being single and clueless. When we finally reduced our debt to a manageable level, we needed to figure out what we wanted to do with the meager earnings we now were able to use for more than paying debt and buying ramen … [Read more...]
03.19
Easter Holiday Decorations
Easter Holiday Decorations Looking for outdoor Easter Decor or just Easter Decor in General? Check out these deals that we put together including some of my favorite Easter Decorations! Just click on any of the pictures to take you to the site to buy them! If you like our Easter Holiday decorations posts, make sure to check out these other great Easter posts: Easter Cupcake Decorations Easter … [Read more...]
01.07
52 Week Money Saving Challenge {The Easiest Way to Save $1,000+}
52 Week Money Saving Challenge So who wants to start a 52 week money saving challenge? Do you want to save money? What you will do is look at the chart below and deposit the amount of money that shows on the chart each week. Say for week one you will deposit $1, Week two you will deposit $2 and so on. At the end of the year you should have $1,378.00 in your account if you do not miss any weeks! I am excited to do this and … [Read more...]
10.11
How to Workout from Home
Disclosure: Thanks to Balanced Body and Mom It Forward Blogger Network for sponsoring this post. Please remember all opinions are 100% my own. Photo courtesy of Balanced Body® I have a confession to make. I do not like going to the gym. First of all I feel like every guy in there is watching me. You know what I'm talking about? You walk into the gym and the guys are laser-focused on you as you go from machine to machine. Secondly, … [Read more...]
11.06
$15 off ANY $25 Gift Card from Raise
Raise.com is offering new users $10 off any $25 gift card with code WELCOME10. They sell gift cards for Target, Walmart, Gap, Publix and a lot more that are already discounted at 2% to 30% off. You can score some killer deals on gift cards for stores you already shop at. I was able to do my entire family! ;) Here is how to get $15 off any $25 Gift Card from Raise: Sign Up for a Raise.com Account, Must be a New Account to get the $5 … [Read more...]
09.21
10 Tips for Hosting a Gluten-Free Dinner Party
Planning a dinner party? With the holidays fast approaching many gluten sensitive families are finding themselves worried about how they will be included in the fun. This year try hosting a gluten free dinner party yourself so your family can have just as much fun as everyone else. 10 Tips for Hosting a Gluten-Free Dinner Party Let everyone know ahead of time that the party will be gluten free. You can purchase gluten-free party … [Read more...]
02.17
#MaxYourTax with Walmart Family Mobile: Lowest Priced Unlimited Plans #FamilyMobile #CollectiveBias #Shop
I am a member of the Collective Bias® Social Fabric® Community. This shop has been compensated as part of a social shopper amplification for Collective Bias and its advertiser. I'm not sure about you, but paying $350+/month for our family to have cell phones is ridiculous! It is by far the biggest bill we have. I have been researching and think I found the perfect solution to bring down are monthly cell phone bill. Conventional cell … [Read more...]
05.06
Military Spouses: Don’t Let your Valuable Benefits Expire
Disclosure: This post was sponsored. All opinion are 100% my own. Military Spouses: Don't Let your Valuable Benefits Expire Let’s face it…it is nearly impossible to get a good job these days without an education. Sure, there are plenty of minimum wage jobs that do not require you to pursue a skill-oriented education, but who can survive off minimum wages anymore. When I was first starting out as a military spouse, there were very few … [Read more...]
02.08
Winter Style Ideas w/ different options
Winter Style Ideas Check out how to get these cozy pieces and create a beautiful outfit for Winter! You can change out the shirt and scarf for a different look! Try the black tunic with another scarf like this Vintage Damask Floral Design Multicolor Pashmina Scarf. Where to Buy these Winter Style Ideas URBANCLEO Womens Hi-Lo V-Neck Tunic T-shirt $13.25 Peach Couture Beautiful Graphic Sunflower Paisley Print Infinity Loop … [Read more...]
05.01
Doctor On Demand: See a Doctor without Leaving Home
Disclosure: This post was sponsored by Doctor On Demand as part of a Blog Blast Activation for Influence Central. Doctor On Demand: See a Doctor without Leaving Home I don't know about you, but when I don't feel good, I don't want to leave my house or more importantly my bed. When you or your kids are sick, you want to feel better fast and see a doctor right away. Imagine if you didn't have to leave the comfort of your own home and could … [Read more...]
10.29
Tips for Healthy Hair
Having nice looking and healthy hair is important to me. Now that summer is over, It's time to start getting my hair back in shape! Check out some of these Tips for Healthy Hair that I do weekly! Tips for Healthy Hair Homemade Oil Treatment: Don't buy expensive hair treatments, do an oil treatment on your hair using coconut oil! Works great!! Let it soak for 45 minutes, then wash your hair. Homemade Dry Shampoo: Use baby powder for a … [Read more...]
06.11
ORGANIZING TIPS: PART 3 {Get Organized in 30 Minutes a Day!!}
Organizing Tips ORGANIZING TIPS: PART 3 Spring Organization Series: Get Organized in 30 Minutes a Day You might think you need to spend days and weeks getting your home organized. But the truth is, in as little as thirty minutes a day you can make a huge impact on your surroundings. Chances are you are busy, and perhaps tackling this task thirty minutes at a time is more feasible for you. Those thirty minutes will add up over the course of a … [Read more...]
05.29
Organizing Tips: Part 1
Check out these Organizing Tips using items found in your home! Cheap and Easy solutions. Organizing Tips Organizing Tips: Part 1 Organization Series: Ten Must Have Items for Easy Spring Organizing Spring brings lovely flowers, warmer weather, and longer days with it, but it also brings the itch to start spring cleaning and organizing. Spring is the perfect time to get rid of the dust and clutter, and invite in the fresh and organized. … [Read more...]
01.03
Helping Military Families & Saying Thank You
This post was sponsored by the MetLife TRICARE Dental Program as part of an Ambassador Program for Influence Central. Helping Military Families & Saying Thank You I'm a military brat, and now a military spouse! I know the hardships of having your significant other deployed any time of the year, but especially during the holidays. I try hard to make things around the house consistent and structured. It seems to help everyone, especially … [Read more...]
12.05
Save $1.00 off 2 Hallmark cards at Walmart
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #SendHallmark #CollectiveBias Happy Holidays! Make sure that you send love and joy this season by using Hallmark Greeting Cards to tell your friends and family how much you care! Click to save $1.00 off of a two Hallmark Greeting Card purchase at Walmart, minimum $1.00 purchase required. Take advantage of the savings and #SendHallmark … [Read more...]
11.26
Military Family Appreciation Month – MetLife TRICARE Dental Program
Disclosure: This post was sponsored by the MetLife TRICARE Dental Program as part of an Ambassador Program for Influence Central. Military Family Appreciation Month November is Military Family Appreciation Month! Each year the President signs a proclamation declaring November as Military Family Appreciation Month. This annual proclamation marks the beginning of a month-long celebration of the Military Family in which the Department of … [Read more...]
10.02
Paris Damask Party Ideas
Paris Damask Party Ideas Your inspiration could be as simple as a little girl's birthday party or as complex as a wine tasting, but whichever the affair, setting your table with Paris chic elevates any party into a soiree. Set against a backdrop of classic black, playful polka dots and pretty pink details, the Paris Damask party theme from Birthday Express brings elegance and sophistication to the table, with a delightful European … [Read more...]
07.07
Make Your Story Epic with Schick® Hydro
When Bianca asked me to write a post for the blog, I thought, "I am not an authority on anything related to housewives' interests." What could this be about? Then she told me this was about the Schick® Hydro 5 razor and my curiosity peaked. So I agreed to give it a try. I am a guy that goes to the store and already knows what I want to buy. I generally don't shop around for a bargain nor do I look around at … [Read more...]
