Operation Homefront is Bringing Families Together I’ve seen many military family reunions (surprise and planned) on the news, Youtube , Facebook and even talk shows like Ellen. Every single time my eyes flood with tears and I sob with joy for them. I could never imagine having to spend weeks, months or even years away from my family. These men and women do this for us selflessly. They do it for us. They do it for our country. That’s why when … [Read more...]
Keeping My Family Healthy #HealthyKids
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Keeping My Family Healthy Summer is my children’s favorite time of year. The sun is calling their name... they can run barefoot outside, the swing set is in high demand, the pool is finally open and our family gives the couch a break. Here are some simple ways to keep your family healthy during the summer months: Keep sunscreen within reach and use whenever your family ventures outside. I keep a small container in my purse, … [Read more...]
Back to School | Twinkle Toes and S Lights Skechers Kids Shoes
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Twinkle Toes and S Lights Skechers Kids Shoes I have been in love with Skechers Kids shoes since my oldest (21) was little. They always held up to extreme abuse and looked nice while doing so. She always liked them because Skechers kept up with the fashion trends and they "looked cool". This year we were offered Skechers Kids shoes to review for Back to School. Well, I couldn’t resist. Emma loves everything that is shiny, glittery or glows. … [Read more...]
Happy Family Stories From the Bright Side #hfbrightside
Happy Family Stories From the Bright Side Disclosure: This is part of a compensated campaign through Burst Media for Happy Family. All opinions are 100% my own. What’s my story? With four children it was hard for me to choose which story to share... but I narrowed it down. All of my children have their own funny stories... but the ones I like to share are of my Emma gagging just by looking at certain foods. Yes, I typed that … [Read more...]
Back to School | Gelarti Paint and Decorate Peel Off Stickers
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Gelarti Paint and Decorate Peel Off Stickers Disclosure: Gelarti art supplies were sent for review purposes only. All opinions are 100% my own. We were recently asked to try the new Gelarti paint and decorate peel off sticker kits as part of our back to school routine. Looking at Emma’s notepads and binders I thought she could use a little pizzazz and personalization and agreed to give them a try! The Designer Studio included the standard … [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) Search and Buy "On In Beauty" iPad Mini #GIVEAWAY | ends 8/25 Back to School with pediped Footwear | #GIVEAWAY | ends … [Read more...]
New Winners Drawn! Was It YOU?!
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New Winners Drawn! Was It YOU?! Baby Shower Event | Beyond Bedding Crib Bedding Set | 10 Bedding Set #GIVEAWAY | ends 6/10 Entry #2533Adina B. Entry #3356Joanne G. Entry #3050ERIKA P. Entry #4369Ruth M. Entry #3810C J. Entry #3685Janet C. Entry #325Tamar S. Entry #2611Darlene J. Entry #2412Terra H. Entry #3642Tamera F. #WIN | Graco Glider Elite Gliding Swing | #GIVEAWAY | ends 7/19 6,923 entries 1436 Fawn H Subscribe to … [Read more...]
Chicago Sightseeing | Mercury Cruises Urban Adventure River Cruise Tour
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Chicago Sightseeing | Mercury Cruises Urban Adventure River Cruise Tour My husband and I decided that a small trip away from home without the children was in order for our 25th wedding anniversary. Although we live fairly close to Chicago, up until this point we had only driven through on our way to Ohio for a family get together several years ago. We had a quick 2 1/2 days to see as much of Chicago, Illinois as possible and we wanted to take in … [Read more...]
Back to School with Crayola Art Supplies
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Back to School with Crayola Art Supplies The Crayola product, information, and additional gift pack have been provided by Crayola. Back to School, for us, always means new school supplies. You know, the typical ones: pencils, erasers, notebook paper etc. Our school supply list has always (in my 16 years of BTS shopping) included Crayola crayons, markers and colored pencils. The teachers specifically ask for these because they know they are the … [Read more...]
Game Day Loaded Baked Veggie Nachos Recipe
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Game Day Loaded Veggie Nachos Recipe Disclosure: This post was sponsored by Tide through their partnership with Circle of Moms. While I was compensated to write a post about Tide Plus Febreze Freshness Sport, all opinions are my own. Fall is here. That means FOOTBALL! It also means it’s almost time for Game Day parties to begin. With my family’s change in eating habits combined with the fact that several of us are vegetarian, the typical Game … [Read more...]
