Olive Garden is a favorite dining destination in my family. My husband seems to be addicted to the bread sticks and Alfredo sauce, while my kiddos seem to love everything. I really enjoy the eggplant Parmesan as well as the fact that the kid’s meals are large enough to satisfy my growing 12 year old. […]
Eight Easy Thanksgiving Crafts
I simply love Thanksgiving. Family gathered together, food, football, stories, and of course the giving of thanks all make the day one to cherish. The fun times can get pretty crazy, especially if the kiddos are not engaged or involved in the preparations and celebration. Here are eight easy Thanksgiving crafts that will keep the […]
PlantBottle Technology – A Look at the Dasani Green Bottle Cap Water Bottle
This post is sponsored by Dasani & The Coca-Cola Company. Recycling has grown and changed quite a bit during my lifetime. I can remember when recycling was just about making money by collecting cans. Today there are seemingly endless recycling options but in my home I tend to focus on recycling plastics. The reason for […]
Spicy Chocolate Popcorn
I am a life-long Peanuts fan and I am so very excited about the new movie! To celebrate, I joined a fun group of bloggers to create Peanuts-inspired recipes and crafts. Each creation is based on a Peanuts character. I picked the Little Red-Haired Girl because I always found her character to be fun and […]
Coffee Your Way – #RemixYourCoffee (Plus a Giveaway)
I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for Folgers. I received product samples to facilitate my review and a promotional item to thank me for my participation. Colder weather is finally here and one of my favorite ways to celebrate the chill in the air is with a hot drink. The older […]
Celebrating Shelter Dogs and How You Can Help – #PedigreeGives
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #PedigreeGives #CollectiveBias Life is better with a dog. Who else loves you unconditionally and thinks you are the most fantastic person ever? The days in my life where I have not had a dog are very small in […]
Jord Wood Watches: A Unique Gift for Yourself or Someone You Love
Watches are making a big comeback and I am so glad! With more and more people carrying cell phones, fewer and fewer people have been wearing watches. In fact, I know many people, especially young people, who do not even own a watch. But as many try to reduce their smartphone use, that often translates into using a […]
Motherhood is Sweet
There really is no way to describe the love you can have for your children. Being a mom truly changes your life. In so many ways, motherhood makes your life harder, but there is a sweetness to it that eclipses the struggles. Deciding to become a mother is risky. It means you might have to […]
Bridge of Spies
What does it mean to be an American? Is it about making a profit? Multiculturalism or politics? Or is it something bigger? Maybe an ideology or shared purpose? The question of what it means to be an American is quite complicated and we could debate the answer for hours. I was recently reminded of what it really means […]
Pan Necklace Craft
Peter Pan is an old tale that generations have enjoyed. Who doesn’t love this story with pixies, pirates, magic, endless childhood, and flying adventures? With the release of the newest movie telling of the story, Pan, your kiddos will be sure to want a necklace like the one in the movie. I made a some pan necklaces […]
Cleopatra Costume from Costume SuperCenter
Every kids likes to dress up so Halloween is usually a huge childhood favorite. We do not do scary Halloween costumes in our home, so my kiddos are always on the lookout for historical figures, characters, or any fun costume they can get their hands on. This year my daughter chose to be Cleopatra and […]
Science is Awesome – Introducing the TB Blood Test
I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for the TB Blood Test. I received a promotional item to thank me for my participation. I love it when science makes our lives a little easier. I recently learned about the new tuberculosis (TB) blood test which is more accurate, less time consuming, […]
