Samples received for consideration. Post contains affiliate links. As of today we have only 10 more days of summer. I have mixed feelings because we only have two short months of this beautiful warm weather complete with pool and beach days, carnivals and barbecues. But on the other hand, my kids are complaining about being bored and they constantly fight with each other. Needless to say, I'm looking forward to the start of the 2018-19 school year. Wish my kids felt the same way. One ... read more
Our (Cat) Adoption Story
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #CelebratingMorris #CollectiveBias If there's one thing I'm truly passionate about, it's that domestic animals should be adopted and not purchased. I wouldn't buy a baby and I certainly not a furry member of the family. I refuse. They're priceless anyway. Before the kiddos came along and we were newly wed, my husband and I adopted our two tabby kitties. We had just purchased a new ... read more
Fantastic Smoothie Recipe
I received compensation from Bayer Consumer Health, makers of MiraLAX® to write this post. MiraLAX® is a laxative used to treat occasional constipation. All opinions are entirely my own. #EaseTheDay #CollectiveBias I've finally had it with my unhealthy habits. Too much processed and refined foods has led to weight gain but that's not even my chief complaint. As I've gotten older, I've learned that I feel my best when I'm able to evacuate my bowels regularly and there's a good reason ... read more
Comcast’s Internet Essentials Program Is Helping Families Get Connected
This is a sponsored post in collaboration with Comcast. In a world where talent is distributed evenly and opportunity is not, we share the responsibility of helping those who aren't as fortunate. Just think if the person who has what it takes to cure cancer cannot do it because the basic essentials are not available to him or her. A terrifying thought, right? Not that helping the less fortunate should only be done for selfish reasons, but it is in all of our best interests to make sure that ... read more
Friday Finds: Indian Summer Beauty
Samples were received for consideration. Affiliate links featured. One of the things I'm looking forward to when the kids go back to school is shopping at Sephora. They'll drive me crazy even if I try to do a quick pop-in. Luckily the beauty store comes to me at least once a week! I'm looking forward to the start of school but not quite ready for the end of summer, so I'm holding on with these Indian Summer beauty products - all of which I absolutely adore. ... read more
Friday Finds for Mom and Baby
Samples were received for consideration. Affiliate links featured. We've come a long way, baby. By that I mean all of the coolest baby gear. It is amazing how the baby product industry continues to evolve with new genius ideas. Whether you're looking to spoil someone with a bun in the oven or you have a little cutie yourself, here are some of the latest items you should check out. ... read more
Friday Finds: Toys and Games
Samples were received for consideration. Our affiliate links are featured below. The dog days of summer are coming to a close, but the fun never ends when you're a kid. Or at least it shouldn't. Whether your kids are bored, you've already started your holiday shopping or simply want to stock up for winter - here are some ideas that may pique your interest. We even threw in one for the adults! Have all the fun and enjoy what's left of summer! ... read more
Free Back to School Printable!
Summer is winding down, and as much as I hate to face that fact I find myself looking forward to the kids going back to school. I remember being filled with anxiety on the first day of school and so I thought it might be a nice ice breaker to create a printable to help break the ice. Here is a small preview - click the link below to download. One of the more exciting and also nerve-wracking things for kids as they start the new school year is getting to know their teacher. I thought it would ... read more
10 Free Things To Do With Your Kids This Summer
Every day, my daughter asks me, "What are we doing tomorrow?" She still has two more weeks of preschool but I can only imagine how often I'm going to get that question once school finally comes to an end. It can be a challenge keeping kids busy in the summer; kids like to be busy! There are tons of amusement parks that we like to visit but that can put a serious dent in your budget, so I thought I'd put together a few ideas that cost nothing - other than maybe putting some gas in your ... read more
Creamy Herb Dressing
We received a complimentary copy of No Excuses Detox. Spring is just days away, and then summer won't be far behind. It's time to start thinking about eating healthy again - especially if your New Year's resolution was short lived. I know that I need get back on track after a crazy stressful couple of months so I was excited to check out the healthy recipes offered in a new book called No Excuses Detox: 100 Recipes to Help You Eat Healthy Every Day. I'm trying to eat more salad, ... read more
