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This post is sponsored by ConAgra RO*TEL. Spring is here and it is time to move gatherings and parties outside to enjoy the warm weather. We have a bunch of spring celebrations coming up, most importantly my oldest daughter is graduating from college in a few weeks! And there are spring birthdays to celebrate, my […]

I am participating in a Vibrant Influencer network campaign for the Depend brand. I am receiving a fee for posting; however, the opinions expressed in this post are my own. I am in no way affiliated with Depend and do not earn a commission or percent of sales. Bladder leakage isn’t something that is talked […]

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #PalmoliveMultiSurface #CollectiveBias Cleaning is not my favorite thing to do – so I try to make my cleaning tasks as smooth and fast as possible.  The kitchen is one of the worst rooms, because it is the center […]

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #McCafeMyWay #CollectiveBias Everyone needs a little “me” time – especially busy moms.  Sometimes it seems like I am being pulled in millions of different directions at once, between the kids, the pets, homeschooling, cooking, cleaning and running errands. […]

This post is sponsored by Lunchbox. All opinions are my own. After a long, cold and snowy winter we are finally having days above freezing and seeing the snow melt! It seems like spring might actually be on the way. There are so many things to like about spring like warm weather, flowers and birds, […]

Stress is unavoidable in most lives.  I thought I would have less stress as my children grew up, but that is not the case at all!  The older they get the more things there are to worry about.  It is important to learn how to manage and reduce stress so that it doesn’t become overwhelming […]

This post is sponsored by Lunchbox. Our dogs are an important part of our family! I couldn’t imagine being without either of them, because they keep us busy and give us lots of love and attention. In fact, you could say that our dogs, Dodger and Ziggy are the MVP’s in our family.

For my husband and I, retirement planning has mostly taken the form of dreams, not planning. My husband wants to buy a boat, and cruise around the world during retirement. I fine with the boat, but not so sure about traveling around the world.  An ocean crossing in a small boat – no thanks! But […]

The reviewer has been compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Card and/or received the product/service at a reduced price or for free. Like many people I am resolving to become more fit this year! And I love all the technology options that are available to help me keep my resolutions. It is […]

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of UPS. All opinions are 100% mine. This holiday season packages are being sent all over the country, and UPSers work tirelessly to deliver everyday wishes throughout the holiday season and beyond. This season, UPS wants to make the season even more special, with the […]

This is a sponsored post. I am a Sears blogger and all opinions are my own. Still have last minute shopping to do? Well sometimes procrastination pays off, because Sears is offering an extra special discount on clothes, accessories and home fashions today and tomorrow only!

I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for DSM. I received product samples and a promotional item to thank me for my participation. The Holiday season might seem like an unusual time to talk about heart health, but studies have shown that instances of heart attacks increase during the holiday season.  […]

One of the big issues every year at Christmas for many families now is “Tech or No Tech.”  Most kids holiday wish lists are filled with technology items, from cell phones to computers to electronic toys.  And every parent struggles with where to draw the line – how much tech is too much?  I recently […]

  This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Old Wisconsin® and Irish Spring® and Speed Stick® GEAR. All opinions are 100% mine.   Saving money while shopping is great, especially this time of year when there are so many things to buy! The Jingit app is designed to help you do just […]

Wine makes an excellent Christmas gift! I recently had the chance to receive a shipment from Uncorked Ventures wine club, to try out the variety of wines they offer. I like wine clubs because I don’t know that much about wine. It gets boring drinking the same wine every week, but when I go in […]

Twitter parties are lots of fun, and a great way to win prizes!  Next week I am going to be cohosting a fun twitter party for the book Jesus Calling.  This book is celebrating its 10th anniversary, and it is a 365-day devotional meant to help you listen to and understand God’s endless love. Join […]

I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Mom Central for CRYSTAL LIGHT. I received a gift card to purchase CRYSTAL LIGHT products to facilitate my review as well as a promotional item to thank me for my participation. I love a big glass of refreshing CRYSTAL LIGHT lemonade! My family and I enjoy […]

This post is sponsored by Dr Pepper Snapple Group and The Motherhood. Learning about what goes on behind the scenes at various business is one of the things I have found most interesting about blogging. And last week I had the chance to get a behind the scenes insight at a huge company, which produces […]