Creating and decorating your kids’ playroom, in a way that they will love can seem more daunting than a job interview, driving exam and public speaking engagement rolled into one! While you want your kids to be beyond delighted at the space you’ve created, you also need it to be that tricky combination of both fun and functional. You’d like to strike that perfect balance of play and learning - without anyone realizing it... In an ideal world, the … [Read more...]
Live Art, Bands, Beer and Bacon at Boulevardia
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Special thanks to our guest author, Alyson Copp, for covering Boulevardia for OurKidsMom. Thank you to Farmland Foods for sponsoring today's conversation. All opinions are our own. Kansas City is made up of a lot of unique pieces, but three things this mid-western city proudly boasts about are beer, barbecue and music. Boulevardia is a festival started by the local Boulevard Brewing Company. This year, they kicked off their second annual … [Read more...]
How To Cut Travel Food Expenses In Half
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Road trips with the family can get expensive when it comes time to eat meals on the road. Here are some of our best tips for How To Cut Travel Food Expenses In Half. Some are simple common sense methods, while others may be things you hadn't considered before. Saving money on food while traveling can free up more room in your budget for an extra day on the road, or perhaps a special day at a local theme park. How To Cut Travel Food … [Read more...]
Gold Toe Socks Are Oh So Soft | #OhSoSoft #IC
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Gold Toe Socks Are Oh So Soft I participated in a Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for Gold Toe. I received product samples as well as a promotional item to thank me for my participation. I am the kind of girl that likes to wear socks in the house year 'round. My feet tend to get cold and there's something about having a pair of cozy socks on that is comforting. But because of the size of my feet (size 11), I have a hard … [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) TomTom GO is Saving Mom Time | TomTom GO #GIVEAWAY | ends 6/26 | #GetHomeFaster XBox 360 LEGO Jurassic World Video Game #GIVEAWAY … [Read more...]
Get Dad a DRONE for Fathers Day | #SoloatBestBuy
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Get Dad a DRONE for Fathers Day 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. If your Dad (or husband) is anything like my husband, a drone is on his most wanted toy list. We actually bought a cheapo drone for him at Christmas that lasted about 30 minutes, but that's a whole other (sad) story. I was excited to see the new Solo™ by 3DR Drone at Best … [Read more...]
Celebrate Father’s Day with Dove Men + Care #TrueStrength
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Celebrate Father’s Day with Dove Men + Care This post sponsored by Lunchbox. All opinions are my own. You learn so much (and make the most mistakes) with your first born. From day one I could tell that our daughter was going to be a Daddy's girl... and my husband loved it. From naps on the couch so Mom could get a little shut eye to Father Daughter dances, he was all in. The feeling was mutual with them... you can see the adoration in … [Read more...]
GoPro HERO + LCD Just In Time For Fathers Day #GoProatBestBuy
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GoPro HERO + LCD Just In Time For Fathers Day 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. GoPro HERO+ LCD Capturing photos like the one above used to only be possible with super expensive equipment. Joe Public couldn't afford them so we stayed away from the water for fear of breaking our camera or phone. Now ... there is no fear with the GoPro HERO+ … [Read more...]
Apps That Save You Money On The Road #vzwbuzz
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This post is part of the Verizon Ambassador program #vzwbuzz. All opinions are my own Before you hit the road or grab a flight for your next vacation download these apps that save you money on the road. Smart phones have given us easy access to great savings tools no matter where we are. When you head out for a work trip, family vacation or couples retreat these apps will help keep you in budget easily. With just a tap or two on your phone, … [Read more...]
Logitech Hardworking Professional Toolbox
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Every dad has some sort of “toolbox” – whether it’s a literal box full of wrenches and drills, or a briefcase full of papers, or a bag full of gaming equipment. Every dad is different, and this year we want to celebrate dad’s individuality, and awesomeness, by making sure his own special toolbox is updated with the latest and greatest in tech, suited perfectly to him. FACEBOOK GIVEAWAY: Starting on June 9th, Logitech will be hosting a … [Read more...]
