Schools need extra money. There’s no question about that. I don’t know of any school district that has an abundance of cash to do the extra stuff that kids need to make education more effective. Every year I get requests from my grandchildren to participate in their school fundraisers. Groan. One way I’ve been participating […]
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Creative Lunch Box Ideas
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Wet Ones® + Pepperidge Farm® . The opinions and text are all mine. I will be honest with you and tell you that I typically dread back-to-school season, purely for the fact that it means I have to come up with school lunch box […]
Shopping for Back-to-School Lunches
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Wet Ones® + Pepperidge Farm® . The opinions and text are all mine. School is upon us in less than two weeks! For me it feels like I only have a day or two left to get ready for the school year, because then […]
Teach Babies to Chew with Gerber Chew U and Gerber 3rd Foods® Lil Bits™
Photo Credit: greenvintagephotography.com/ Having raised 4 kiddos from babies to elementary and pre-teen, I have been through the early feeding phases. I remember how exciting it was to first introduce my babies to solids, and then to whole foods. There weren’t as many options back when I was teaching my little ones how to eat and […]
Back To School Shopping Made Easy
This post is sponsored by Target. The time is upon us where we need to stock up on back-to-school supplies. This comes around every year, and I rarely feel ready for it. Our school doesn’t hand out a school supply list, which makes shopping even more frustrating. I typically take all 4 kids to Target […]
Find More Fun with Jimmy Dean Pancakes & Sausage on a Stick
All too often I have the kids just eat cereal for breakfast. It’s easy, it’s a no-brainer, and it’s pretty affordable. The kids do get tired of this option, so every so often I surprise them with a “treat”. Not only do we find Jimmy Dean Pancakes & Sausage on a Stick a fun option […]
Healthy Trail Mix for Kids and Independence from Hunger
Grocery Outlet is one of those stores that you just have to make a regular stop into, for the essentials, or simply just to browse what’s new. While many Grocery Outlet Bargain Markets carry some of the same brands and products on a regular basis, you can pretty much count on spotting something new each […]
10 Sneaky Handwriting Practice Tips (Without Your Kids Even Knowing)
This summer I have been working with my kids on handwriting. I’d like to share 10 sneaky handwriting practice tips, all while having fun. Compensation was provided by BIC via MomTrends Media. The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions of BIC or MomTrends Media. This summer I decided […]
Tips for a Safe Summer by Shriners Hospitals for Children®
Shriners Hospitals for Children® have been around for a very long time. I always knew they specialized in pediatric care, but I didn’t know that Shriners Hospitals for Children® is the leader in the treatment of pediatric orthopedic conditions, spinal cord injuries and burns. They do such a wonderful thing for our children. I was […]
What to Pack for a Day by the Pool
Whether you own a pool, frequent a community pool, go to the lake (or ocean), or plan a day at a water park, many of us will inevitably be out by the water. It is important to be prepared, so I have a list of what to pack for a day by the Pool. Where […]