Read how I created a fun a wholesome snack and cute easy Tutu Applesauce Wrappers for my little ballerina, to enjoy on our after-dance class nature walk using supplies I had at home and a Tree-Top Applesauce Pouch. This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Tree Top. Wednesdays are one of […]
What It Means to Become a Mother
It has been 12 years since I found out I would become a mother. I still remember the feeling I had when I went to the store to purchase my first pregnancy test. we were trying to get pregnant so there was a lot of angst, not knowing what the test would say. Now five […]
Sonoma Driving Tours – let them take you to the best spots.
We recently spent a long weekend in Bodega Bay, California. I’m always amazed at the beauty of our gorgeous state. Not wanting to miss out on all there is to offer, I checked out TripAdvisor for recommendations of things to do and see in Bodega Bay. You see, about 35 years ago we went with […]
7 Steps to Improve Your Well-being
Mother’s Day marks the beginning of National Women’s Health Week. Very fitting since us moms like to be pampered (which certainly improves my health and mood) for Mother’s Day. Start off the week with a little pampering, then get on your way to improving your well-being. Face it, us moms are important to those around […]
Mother’s Week Promotions at TGI Fridays
I live in a small-ish town, which means we are lacking in restaurants. No shortage of fast food here, but tasty restaurants are in short supply. So when I go out of town, I like to hit up the good spots for a yummy bite. When TGI Fridays asked me to test out their Mother’s […]
Slow Cooker Lemon Chicken with Sweet Baby Carrots and Seasoned Potatoes
Juicy slow cooker lemon chicken, oh-so-sweet carrots and perfectly prepared potatoes make this slow-cooker recipe an easy weeknight meal with just enough elegance to wow your entire family. Plus, see how a new line of locally grown and antibiotic-free fresh chicken from my sponsors at Foster Farms made me feel even more excited about serving […]
Easy Chicken Lettuce Wraps
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Safeway, Inc.. All opinions are 100% mine. I have a confession to make. Sometimes I use grocery shopping as a way to escape the chaos that is my life. Don’t get me wrong, I love my life, and I love my family. You know […]
LEGO Sets For Rent with Pley
Playing with LEGO sets is kind of a right of passage for a child. Building and creating with the ever-so-popular bricks is something most children love to do, and never really get tired of. Some never grow out of it either. When my kids get a new set, sometimes I even enjoy sitting down and […]
6 Tips for Increasing Financial Literacy
Sometimes when I think about my finances, savings, retirement, and where I want to be in 10 years, I get a little overwhelmed. I know we are not where we’d like to be, but it’s a process. I find that baby steps truly help, and sometimes it’s the small steps that make the biggest difference. […]
What To Pack For a Mess-Free, Stress-Free Road Trip with Kids + Giveaway
Hear how during my recent family road trip, I kept my kids happy and my car mess-free by packing some fun supplies and the 14 oz. AUTOSEAL® Gizmo Sip Kids Water Bottle which I received for review. Plus enter to win a set of 4 AUTOSEAL® Gizmo Sip Kids Water Bottle for your family to […]