Looking for the perfect location for your corporate retreat, family reunion, or wedding? I recently learned about some awesome corporate/wedding packages and special events at Holman Ranch where they have a banquet room. I can’t think of a better place I’d rather retreat to than Holman Ranch in Carmel Valley, so if you’re planning a […]
Alice Through the Looking Glass Recipes and Printables
Are you “looking” for the perfect weekend activity for the family? What better way to cool off, relax, and enjoy one another’s company than with Disney’s latest flick?! In theaters everywhere, TODAY, you can view Alice Through the Looking Glass! Catch Johnny Depp as Hatter Tarrant Hightopp, Anne Hathaway as Mirana, Helena Bonham Carter as Iracebeth, […]
Made to Matter Products for Tweens
Have you got a Tween at your house? I sure do. Actually, I have a few of them. It seems that Tweens are getting younger and younger, or at least some of the qualities that go along with being a Tween. My Big boy will be a teen before the end of this year, and […]
Milk Your Way to a Trip to Australia and Free Milk For Your Family
“This post was sponsored by a2 Milk® as part of an Ambassador Program for Influence Central. I received complimentary products to facilitate my review.” For those of you who have read many of my blog posts, you know that I have a long “travel wish list” of places that I want to go. On […]
Scripps National Spelling Bee Supported by Kindle for Kids
When I was in the 6th grade, friends and classmates referred to me as a human dictionary. Anytime they needed help spelling a word, classmates would come to me for help. I attributed my excellent spelling skills to my love for reading. As a child I wasn’t a big fan of the television, and could […]
Peanut Butter and Banana Pudding Pops
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of The a2 Milk Company™. All opinions are 100% mine. May seems to be unpredictable when it comes to the weather. You just never know what you’re going to get. We went from chilly rainy days to 90+ degrees just in the past week! I wasn’t […]
Patriotic Tin Can Windsocks
Get the kids crafting for Memorial Day or the 4th of July with these easy Patriotic Tin Can Windsocks. For some holidays, the stores are crowded with decorations, but for others you need to use your creativity and crafting skills to do the holiday justice. The 4th of July is one of those holidays. I […]
Clean Drinking with the Big Berkey Water Filter (Giveaway)
I’m a believer in being prepared for any possible emergencies, as much as we can. In fact, I have a large plastic tub full of items we could use, should we have to flee our house in a hurry. I know some families who have a backpack for each person in the family, with emergency […]
Finding Dory Activities: Memory Game, Craft and Printable Calendar
Only a little over a month away until Finding Dory swims to theaters, and the excitement is building! For all Pixar fans, and especially Finding Nemo lovers, we can’t get enough of Dory! She’s silly, a bit kooky, and has a big heart. I have Finding Dory Activities such as a Memory Game, Craft and […]
Quick Ways to Feel Beautiful When You’re a Mom
A few years ago, when my youngest was still a baby, a friend of mine invited me out to a last-minute girls night. I really wanted to go, and have a fun time socializing with other moms, but I quickly declined. The reason? It had been a long day (week), I couldn’t remember the last […]