No one wants to scrimp on Valentine’s day and give their sweetheart something lame, but money is always an issue! The reality of the current economy means that most of us don’t have the money to be extravagant. But that doesn’t mean Valentine’s Day has to be disappointing. This year make Valentine’s Day about being […]
Don’t Dump Dumpty Game with Giveaway
Product was provided for review, all opinions are my own. Looking for a high quality game that can be played by all ages? BeginAgain of Fort Collins, Colorado makes eco-friendly toys that teach through play, and they sent me the new game Don’t Dump Dumpty to review. At first glance it looks like a preschool […]
Simple Dinner Ideas with Farm Rich
This post is sponsored by Farm Rich. Fall is always such a busy time of the year! Â With all the back to school preparations, sports, and all kinds of activities starting up it is hard to find the time to get the whole family together for a meal. Â I am always looking for ways to […]
Beets BLU Heart Rate Monitor and PagerTag Keychain Review
I received product to review, all opinions are my own. I have been working out more lately, and like the idea of being able to track my heart rate so that I make sure I am working hard enough. This heart rate monitor works well for me. I used to have a heart rate monitor […]
Choose Skin Health this Summer
I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for Neutrogena. I received samples to facilitate my review and a promotional item to thank me for my participation. #ChooseSkinHealth Now that summer is here my family and I are determined to enjoy it as much as possible.  We love being active outside by boating, biking, fishing […]
Moen Magnetix Hand Shower
I received product to review, all opinions are my own. My kids have been complaining about the shower head in their bathroom for a while. Â Well actually they complain about the whole bathroom, since it has ugly pink fixtures and dated hardware. Â A whole bathroom remodel is not in our budget, but when Moen offered […]
oNecklace Review and Giveaway
This is a Fashionista Event Opportunity in conjunction with oNecklace. I received a review item in order to share my honest opinion about the item and the company. Fashionista Events is co-hosted by Still Blonde After All These Years and ModlyChic. #FashionistaEvents I love jewelry, so I was thrilled to have the chance to select […]
Bugsy’s Box – Treats for Dogs with Giveaway
I received product to review, all opinions are my own. Do you have a dog that is an important part of your family? Â If so, check out Bugsy’s Box, a monthly subscription box of goodies for dogs! Â I received the April Bugsy’s Box to review for my dog Ziggy, and he loved the variety of […]
New Fire + Ice Menu at Bonefish Grill #IncredibleIs
I received a complimentary meal, all opinions are my own. This week I had the chance to head out to dinner with my husband for a date night at Bonefish Grill! Â We had a great time trying food from the new Fire + Ice Pre-Fixe Menu. I always like fixed price menus, because they let […]
Febreze Car Vent Clips with Giveaway
This is a sponsored post for SheSpeaks/Febreze. Few things are more annoying than a smelly car! My kids frequently grab something to eat as we head out the door to various activities, and they aren’t always vigilant about making sure they clean up after themselves. That can result in an unpleasant smell that can linger […]
MeasuPro Digital Cooking Thermometer Review
Have you ever served under cooked meat to your family or guests? I have done that a few times over the past year, when a roast has been much too rare, or chicken has come out of the oven still pink. So when I was sent this MeasuPro Digital Cooking Thermometer to review I was […]
Silicone Heat Resistant Oven Mitts
When you do a lot of cooking you need a quality set of oven mitts. Â I have owned many different oven mitts of the years, and I recently had the chance to review this set of Silicone Heat Resistant Gloves from AYL. Â They are perfect for all my cooking, baking and grilling!
Ozeri 3x Tower Fan Review
I received the Ozeri 3x 44′ Tower Fan to review, and it works well. This tower fan really moves a lot of air, and does a great job of keeping the air circulating. All my kids sleep with fans running. They like the air moving during the night, and they like the white noise which […]
Take Care of Your Dog’s Teeth with Milk-Bone Brushing Chews
This post is sponsored by Lunchbox. All opinions are my own. Our two dogs are an important part of our family, and we naturally we worry about their health. And one of the most common problems dogs have is dental disease. This makes sense, after all dog’s teeth build up tartar just like our teeth, […]
Side Show on Broadway
I received complimentary tickets, all opinions are my own. Last weekend I had the chance to attend a performance of Side Show at the St. James Theatre on Broadway, and it was an amazing experience. The show is based on the true story of Daisy and Violet Hilton, who were co-joined twins who were very […]
Stocking Stuffers for a Bright and Healthy Smile
What are you putting in your kids’ stockings? We always go for practical things in stockings, instead of candy and more toys. Like many kids mine are spoiled at Christmas. We try not to give too many gifts, but once the extended family gifts pour in there is always an embarrassment of riches under the […]
Sharp AQUOS Crystal Smartphone
I participated in an Influencer Activation Program on behalf of Influence Central for Sprint. I received a sample device to facilitate this review. I have had the chance to review a number of Sprint smartphones over the past year, and the latest is the Sharp AQUOS Crystal. This smartphone is so sleek and elegant looking that […]
Snowy Days and Stouffer’s Mini Meal Moments
I have been compensated as part of a social campaign for Stouffer’s with The Motherhood. The opinions are completely my own. This time of year is so busy, it is hard to just sit back and relax and take some time for yourself, so you can get through your busy day. Stouffer’s wants to encourage […]