August Adventures on Netflix #StreamTeam

August Adventures on Netflix #StreamTeam This post is part of the Netflix Stream Team program. All opinions are my own. Summer is heating up, so the kids have been looking for a little adventure here in the house. Ethan was excited when a big box of goodies arrived to help enhance his watching experience. He has been enjoying his new Dragons items and has been binge watching the new episodes on Netflix. Ethan is enjoying his #Dragons … [Read more...]

The Best Essential Oils for Travel

The Best Essential Oils for Travel When you pack your bags for your next trip, don't forget to grab a few key essential oils. There is nothing worse than not feeling your best while you are are traveling. Thankfully, there are essential oils that can help you in most situations from not being able to sleep to having an upset stomach. Here are just a few of the essential oils every traveler needs. Lavender Essential Oil One of the most … [Read more...]

Monday Morning Link Up

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) David Bromstad Art on Coffee-mate Bottles | $200 Target GC #GIVEAWAY | ends 7/31< Paper Towns Opening July 24 | $25 Visa … [Read more...]

Ciao Portable High Chair

Ciao Portable High Chair Sample received. All opinions are my own. Camping season is here and camping with a little one means a lot of extra stuff to pack... including the bulky highchair. Ciao Portable High Chair has taken the bulk out of having to pack the dreaded high chair. The Ciao portable high chair comes in it's own carrying case and when folded down is about the size of a average size fold up lawn chair. It's nice and light and … [Read more...]

Microsoft and Back to School

Microsoft and Back to School I am writing this as part of the Microsoft Bloggers program. All opinions are my own. It seems like summer just started, but yet my children and I are already chatting about what teachers they are hoping to get. The stores are lining their aisles with the latest in backpacks and school supplies and the clothing stores are starting to get their fall/winter gear in. Pure craziness I tell you! Our house is a mix of … [Read more...]

Sponsored Video | Feeding Your Best Friend | Keep Them Healthy with Iams

This post has been sponsored by IAMS, but concerns my own opinion As a mom, I spend an unfathomable amount of time worrying about the food I feed my children. Searching for healthy food is an obsession because I want what's best for them. So why wouldn't you do the same for your pets? They say a dog is man's best friend. They are loyal, loving, stubborn and forgiving. No matter how badly you treat them they always forgive and forget. No … [Read more...]

7 Family Road Trip Destinations

These 7 Family Road Trip Destinations are perfect for your family to enjoy this summer. While many of them you would think can't be frugal, our tips will help you to find the great savings in these areas and enjoy an amazing road trip that will leave your family with lifelong memories. Vacations don't have to be about how fancy a hotel you stay in or how much money you spend. Vacations are about getting away from work and relaxing with your … [Read more...]

Walkaroo Stilts

Stilts have been around for ages, but up until now they have been uncomfortable and difficult to play with/try. Walkaroo has redesigned  the shape of the stilts to make it more fun, and comfortable. When I got the Walkaroo stilts my 7 year old so was so excited he almost couldn't contain himself while I assembled them. These stilts are made for ages 6 and up, with a generous maximum rider weight of 210 lbs. I was a little confused with … [Read more...]

Regrettable Decisions and My Wedding #SwitchersRemorse #VZWBuzz

Regrettable Decisions and My Wedding This post is part of the Verizon Ambassador program #vzwbuzz. All opinions are my own. As a teen, I often thought my parents were out of their mind and didn't know anything. Mainly because, well... I knew everything. Remember those thoughts? If only I could go back 27 years. Twenty-seven years ago I was young girl who was madly in love with the man of her dreams. He swept me off my … [Read more...]

Monday Morning Link Up | Giveaway Linky

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) Ice Ice Baby | Magic Chef 27 lb Portable Ice Maker #GIVEAWAY | ends 7/20 … [Read more...]