Read about how I help keep my family happy and healthy for the holidays with a few simple tricks. I am a compensated 3M sponsored blogger. Opinions are my own and additional products used in the project were selected by me. Tips for a Healthy Holiday My family and I were recently planning our Christmas […]
Final 2014 Holiday Gift Guide Winners
The 2014 Holiday Gift Guide is long over now and it is time to announce the final Holiday Gift Guide winners. I would have posted this sooner, but I actually got married last weekend!! I know – craziness, right?! Been a tad busy pulling together a wedding and all, but I’m excited to announce tons […]
GingerDoodle or Snickersnap Cookies – you decide! The perfect marriage.
Marriage has been on my mind lately – understandably, since we just had a wedding in the family. As I contemplate the blending of these two wonderful people and the uniting with the children, I’ve pondered how it is that two vastly different individuals can come together and build a beautiful relationship – combining all […]
Family Dining and SF Tourism at Bistro Boudin
The Christmas season is busy; there’s no denying it. The burnout that can come after Christmas can be even worse, but of course it’s nothing a night on the city can’t fix. Our family loves San Francisco, and we take every chance we get to visit. Stopping in for dinner at the Bistro Boudin proved to be the […]
Keeping Dreams Afloat: A Fun and “Inflating” Lesson For Kids On Setting Goals
Read how I used a fun and easy balloon activity to teach my kids about the value of setting goals. Plus see how my sponsors and ScholarShare make your dreams of paying for your child’s education an achievable goal. I love January! It always seems like such a great time to start fresh. I love […]
Into The Woods – Be Careful What You Wish For!
Every good fairy tale begins with a curse or a wish or a desire for unmet dreams and expectations. Into The Woods does not disappoint on all counts! Then add in the musical component and you’ve got a winning combination. Into the Woods is beautiful, clever, frequently funny, sometimes somber, and ultimately uplifting as elements from several […]
Embassy Suites Review: The Perfect Family Friendly Destination
Going on vacation with the Family? Looking for just the right hotel? Look no further – Embassy Suites is the perfect family friendly hotel. I recently took my family to Disneyland, and my parents tagged along. Trying to find a hotel to accommodate us all, keep us in the same suite and not breaking the […]
Easy Slow Cooker Spaghetti Sauce
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of The International Housewares Association for IZEA. All opinions are 100% mine. As I prepare for my wedding, which is taking place this weekend, I have discovered that I am much busier than I ever imagined. This means lots of quick and easy meals, or […]
Your Year To Do It: Real Stories From Real Moms on Going Back To School
Ever dreamed of going back to college to continue your education? Read the real-life stories and advice of a few busy moms who have successfully balanced being a student and a mom to reach their goals. Plus read how the new Inspiron Intel 2 in 1 Laptop, which I received for review, is a valuable […]
Revolutionizing Your Workout With Jabra Sport Pulse Headphones
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. Learn how to revolutionize your workout with Jabra Sport Pulse Headphones. I’ve said it once, and I’ll say it again, using a heart-rate monitor has completely revolutionized my personal fitness […]