Disclosure: This post was sponsored by Sverve and Ore-Ida®. All opinion are 100% my own. Spice Up Your Dinner Time Talk With all of the activities my kids take part in, it is difficult to find time to get everyone face-to-face to share a laugh or just let each other know what is going on. There is always drama class practice, soccer, basketball games, and chess club after school. We are lucky to get a moment together as a family every … [Read more...]
07.03
Follow the Signs of Summer to Outdoor Adventures
Follow the Signs of Summer to Outdoor Adventures Our family is on the move this summer! We have been boating, swimming, traveling, and enjoying some much deserved time off. With all of the activity going on, it is sometimes nice to slow things down and do something simple together that doesn't require a bunch of planning and logistics. When we visit my parents, there is this park near their house that we have visited as a family for many years. … [Read more...]
07.01
Healthy Summer Skin
Ahhhh yeeahh!! Time to hit the pool this summer. My kids and I love going to my parents' house in Georgia to visit during the summer, especially taking advantage of their awesome pool! We will go there and spend the entire day outside swimming, playing, and grilling. We are there every summer making memories that will last a lifetime. When we are having fun, it is hard to keep track of time and make sure everyone is protected from the harsh UV … [Read more...]
11.30
Free $10 Gift Card With First Purchase Through Ebates
Free $10 Gift Card With First Purchase Through Ebates Don't miss a chance to earn money from your online holiday purchases with Ebates. Sign up today and get a Free $10 Gift Card With First Purchase Through Ebates! Earn 4%-12% on common online retailers. Use this to help make your Christmas purchases FREE! Sign up for Ebates today! … [Read more...]
12.28
Make Money As A Mystery Shopper In 2014!
Make Money As A Mystery Shopper In 2014! Don't miss out on a chance to earn money doing something as simple as ordering pizza for your family tonight! Make Money As A Mystery Shopper In 2014! Shadow Shopper is one of the best companies to work with! Sign up for their FREE program to see what shops are available in your area. Feel free to upgrade to their paid ($4.99 per month) program for extended opportunities and the chance to pick and … [Read more...]
07.08
Keep Momming
Disclosure: I participated in a campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting (#MC) for Shire. I received a promotional item as a thank you for participating. The relationship that exists between mothers and daughters is unlike any other. It has many unique moments, memories, and yes, even challenges along the way. The relationship dynamic can be even trickier when your daughter is in those tween-age years. What can be even more difficult is when … [Read more...]
08.23
New Luvs Diapers: The Clue is in the Blue #TheClueIsInTheBlue
If you have babies, or are about to become a parent for the first time, finding the right diaper is one of the first things we worry about (after learning to take care of the babies lol). We want to make sure that the diapers we choose are comfortable, and that they don't leak. Nothing is worse than having a soaking wet baby, it's uncomfortable for them, and sometimes for us parents, too, if we're holding them when the diaper decides it's done … [Read more...]
06.30
A Picture is Worth $1000 – Military Spouse Photo Contest #Wahl1kPic #ad
Disclosure: Compensation for this post was provided by Wahl Home Products via MSB New Media. All opinions expressed in this piece are my own. A Picture is Worth $1000 The homecoming…anticipation is gut wrenching and worrisome. What will he expect? Will he be the same this time? Will he stink? I never know what to expect. Every time he leaves, we all change, grow, and develop routines apart from one another. The last homecoming … [Read more...]
06.17
Dove Men: 300 Military Families Reunite this Father’s Day + Giveaway #MissionCare #ad
Compensation for this post was provided by Dove Men+Care via MSB New Media. All opinions expressed in this piece are my own. With Father ‘s day coming up this weekend, I am one of the many ladies that is racking her brain trying to think of the perfect last minute gift for my husband. I thought about all of the great things that he does for the kids and I trying to decide what gift would tell him what he means to us. While going through … [Read more...]
04.12
Clorox ICK-TIONARY: Learn the New Language of Mess!!
This blog post is part of a paid SocialMoms and Clorox blogging program. The opinions and ideas expressed here are my own. To read more posts on this topic, click here. Clorox ICK-TIONARY Do you sometimes feel like you are in a losing battle with messes and icky stuff? Well Clorox is here to save the day and hilariously redefine the language of modern messes! They have put together a Clorox Ick-tionary! What is a Clorox Ick-tionary: … [Read more...]
03.25
Blog Friendly Pr
Blog Friendly Pr When I first started blogging, I had no idea of the amazing bloggers and communities I would come across. Sometimes finding products to review and blogger friendly pr agencies can be hard! That's why I'm always looking for great places to connect like Blog Friendly Pr. Blog Friendly PR is a blogger outreach program that works towards bringing bloggers together and providing the resources necessary to be successful on our … [Read more...]
01.09
Sparkling Clean in 2013 #Cascade Complete
Sparkling Clean in 2013 #Cascade Complete Don't you love it when you empty the dishwasher and there is still film left on the dishes after a thorough cleaning cycle in your dishwasher? Whenever the girls empty the dishwasher, they don't pay attention to whether or not the dishes are clean. I hate pulling a glass or plate out of the cupboard and it being covered in spots, film or even food on it. It makes me sick!! I had a chance to try out … [Read more...]
09.26
Act soft or STRONG in your family? #CharminVote
Act soft or STRONG in your family? #CharminVote STRONG Or soft ? When is it okay to be soft? When can you be strong? The answer to these questions depends initially on the kid. … [Read more...]
10.23
Freschetta Pizza Proud To Support Pink Program
As you already know, October is National Breast Cancer awareness month. Freschetta™ is supporting Breast Cancer research with their PROUD TO SUPPORT PINK® Program. From September 25-October 31, when you buy specially marked-packages of Freschetta™ pizzas and Artisan pizza crusts, you will be helping them reach their $50,000 donation goal to the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. All you have to do is enter the code from the back of … [Read more...]
06.01
10 tips for keeping your family safe on the road
10 tips for keeping your family safe on the road 1. Before heading out, check out your car and make sure it’s in great driving condition. Check tire pressure, oil and water levels and lights! Make sure you have a spare tire! Fix anything before you leave so your not stranded! 2. Seatbelt- Alway’s wear your seatbelt! Not only has this safety device been proven to save lives, but you can also get fined in many states if you don't wear … [Read more...]
03.30
What makes your family happy?
What keeps you and your family happy? I love being able to to make my family happy, but sometimes that can be a hard task! There are five of us in this house and I can almost bet you that someone is going to be having a not so happy day. What I have found to be true is that my mood sets the tone for almost everyone in the house. If I am in a bad mood, it will eventually put my husband in a mood which will keep on going until our 3 year old is … [Read more...]
04.07
My favorite things about Easter :) {REPOST}
HERE IS A REPOST FROM LAST YEAR :) Easter is still a few weeks away, but it will be here before you know it! SocialMoms and Universal Pictures have asked bloggers to write about their favorite things at Easter. For me Easter is a time to celebrate everything that Jesus has done for me! I am always deeply moved . Every year I reflect on my relationship with Jesus and I am humbled and amazed that one such as me can enter into a personal … [Read more...]
03.28
My favorite things about Easter :)
Easter is still a few weeks away, but it will be here before you know it! SocialMoms and Universal Pictures have asked bloggers to write about their favorite things at Easter. For me Easter is a time to celebrate everything that Jesus has done for me! I am always deeply moved . Every year I reflect on my relationship with Jesus and I am humbled and amazed that one such as me can enter into a personal relationship with God himself. I - the … [Read more...]
03.14
Travel Time: Tips for Saving Money while Traveling
Tips for Saving Money while Traveling It's almost Spring and that means that many of you will be traveling! Here a couple tips I put together that have saved our family money in the past. If you have any other tips for saving money while traveling, be sure to share them with us! 1. Travel Off-Season: Traveling off-season can save you lots of money. Prices can be dramatically less at hotels during the off-season. The crowds are also … [Read more...]
07.27
Mommy Makeover: Breast Implants
I was once in a relationship (many, many moons ago) where my boyfriend was constantly trying to convince me to get breast implants. I always told him that he should be happy with me the way I was already. He would even offer to pay for half of the surgery. My response was always, “Well, I’d look pretty silly walking around with one boob!” (while secretly thinking, “Isn’t that why I have you?”) There’s a reason that guy is an Ex. Now that … [Read more...]
