It officially feels like Summer in Northern California, with temps in the triple digits! The hot weather came all too fast for me, but the kids are happy with how quickly it’s heated up the pool. I typically don’t swim until July, because I like my water to be 82° or higher. However, I got […]
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Passing the Love On To Our Soccer Kings
“This post was sponsored by Mondelez International as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central. I received compensation as a thank you for my review.” For my boys, soccer is life! On most days it feels like they eat, sleep and breathe soccer! For my twins, it’s a fun activity they can […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Turning Dreams into Reality: A How To Guide for Success
A friend of mine recently posted “working on my dreams” as he “checked in” to his newly established business via social media. Whether you are starting a new business while learning details like payroll pitfalls, trying to get healthy, wanting to further your education, or just start a new project… The common denominator is the […]
Mario & Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games
Technology is a large part of our society in these days, and fortunately it has rescued some of my family road trips. I have had to learn how to moderate my kids’ use of electronics, but one time I always unleash them is when we are going on a road trip. I can’t tell you […]
Bring Snacking Back with GOOD THiNS
A couple of months ago, I underwent some huge life changes regarding the way I think about and consume food. Eating and indulging in rich foods was my escape from life, and my go-to when I was stressed. I didn’t make the healthiest choices for a long while, and my body and my health paid […]
A Spring Garden Tea Party for Tails the Cat
This time of year tends to get a little crazy! Between school projects, spring cleaning, baseball and the start of the “end of year” activities, things are busy! While all of these things are so much fun, sometimes the busyness of it all can be a little overwhelming. That is how life has been for me […]