My husband and I sometimes tease each other about purchasing the largest screen television possible and making a “movie wall” in our lower living room. If we were to remove the television that is mounted on that wall right now we’d have a fabulous canvas for it! That’s why when I was offered an Epson Home Cinema 500 to review I jumped at the chance. The Epson Silver Edition home theater projector offers amazing home entertainment from a … [Read more...]
BMO Harris Bank Scavenger Hunt Sweepstakes Week 4 | Enter to #WIN $500 | #BMOScavengerHunt
This post brought to you by BMO Harris Bank N.A. Member FDIC. All opinions are 100% mine. BMO Harris Bank Scavenger Hunt Sweepstakes Week 4 Our oldest has been in college for several years now. Unfortunately we did not have a college fund set up for her. We were very young (and poor) when we had her and it was all we could do to make it pay check to pay check. We spent many years just paying off our own college debt. She managed to get … [Read more...]
Philips Sonicare for Kids | #WIN a Sonicare for Kids | #PowerToKids
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Brushing is a hugely important activity that many children have a difficult time perfecting. My Ethan, who is 5 1/2, still has a hard time understanding that you have to brush more than one area and to do so, you must move the brush around in more than one place. That’s why when Philips offered to send Ethan a Sonicare for Kids electric toothbrush to review I jumped at the chance. Have the confidence to let your child take charge of improving … [Read more...]
Early Spring Cleaning | Replacing What Doesn’t Work
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A gift card was received, all opinions are my own. The temperatures here in Missouri are finally hitting the 70 degree range. The windows are finally open, the birds are chirping, trees and flowers are budding up. Ahhhhhh SPRING! It’s amazing how my attitude and focus changes with the weather/temperature change. Now, I am itching to start Spring cleaning! Part of my Spring cleaning process is to evaluate each of my rooms. What is working, … [Read more...]
Harry & David For Your Next Social Get Together
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Spring brings people together often for social occasions and celebrations. The weather is getting nicer and people are starting to emerge from their caves hoping to enjoy weather and more sunshine. With St. Patrick’s Day and Easter just around the corner, thoughts of treats and hostess gifts are floating through your head. Now is the time to start browsing through Harry & David for a special treat to bring! I live with a family of popcorn … [Read more...]
Homemade Coconut Birds Nest Cupcakes Recipe
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Homemade Coconut Birds Nest Cupcakes Recipe Our extended family typically has a gathering right around Easter. We all bring yummy foods and the desserts are usually the highlight. I used to spend days making a fancy cake, but recently decided that these cupcakes were just as cute... and they were much easier to make as well! If you are avoiding boxed cakes mixes because of the crap they add to the mix, this homemade recipe is one you will … [Read more...]
Monday Morning Link Up Giveaway Linky
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Monday Morning Link Up | Giveaway Linky Welcome to Monday Morning Link Up! This is a great way to spread the word about your giveaways and find a few to enter as well! The rules are simple: 1) Giveaways must be family friendly 2) Check out a few giveaways for yourself! (there is no obligation to enter any) … [Read more...]
#WIN a Pirate Bay Inflatable Water Park Bounce House | ends 3/27
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Pirate Bay Inflatable Water Park If you are anything like me, you are ready for spring to make her appearance! I’m tired of cold, snow, slush and salt everywhere. I am now thinking positively and radiating warm thoughts. When I saw this water park giveaway I had to join in. Twenty (fabulous) bloggers are making this giveaway possible.... you will want to connect with each and every one of them! So, without further ado ... I bring you the … [Read more...]
Audio Fest at Best Buy Throughout March | #AudioFest
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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. I’ve recently learned how enjoyable streaming music on the go (and at home) can be. Up until then, my days without the kids were fairly silent. Since incorporating music into my day my mood has changed for the better. Then, I was introduced to streaming music on quality portable speakers. O. M. Heavens. … [Read more...]
Boll & Branch Trimmed Organic Sheet Set
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As I get older, the more I realize how a quality sheet set affects my rest. When I was given the opportunity to review a set from Boll & Branch I gladly accepted. After a quick once over, I fell in love with and chose the Trimmed Organic Sheet Set in ivory. As soon as I saw the box, I was expecting big things from them. I have never seen a sheet company put so much thought into the presentation of their product. The … [Read more...]
