Years ago I signed up for The Fly Lady… a cleaning program that helps a disorganized flighty girl like me cut the clutter and chaos in my life. One of the first steps in the program was to shine your sink (yes, it really DOES make a difference) and one of the first things that she asks that you do in the morning is shower, get dressed and put your shoes on. Showering first thing in the morning requires me to get up before the kids do. … [Read more...]
Project 366 | Day 31 | Hanging Glass
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Project 366 Day 31 Hanging Glass I noticed while walking into the hospital a large piece of glass artwork hanging from the ceiling. The photo is poor as it was from my phone, but still pretty. … [Read more...]
Bosch Icon Wiper Blades | Chasing the Storm Chasers
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Bosch Icon Wiper Blades | Chasing the Storm Chasers Are you a fan of Stormchasers? My brother in law loves to chase tornados. The photos he shares with us scare the bejeesus out of me! The Discovery Channel series follows teams of Stormchasers in Tornado Alley as they collect tornado data and film the impressive storms. T chase a storm safely, you need top of the link equipment. The Stormchasers vehicle, the Dominator, is using … [Read more...]
Project 366 | Day 30 | On His Way
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Project 366 Day 30 On His Way I tried to post this from my iPad and had a horrible time of it. I know I’m behind, but here is a photo from Tuesday night. After waiting 8 hours past the time quoted for his surgery, he is finally being prepped and his smile is returning. A day of stress turns to relief that it’s almost over. … [Read more...]
Keep Your Kids Safe on Social Networks Like Facebook with SociallyKnow
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Facebook can be a very scary place for parents of teens. SociallyKnow is doing something about it. There’s a tool that can help you address the dangers that lurk behind the screen. SociallyKnow, the cutting-edge site launched in mid-2011 to monitor teens’ social media activity, today unveiled an upgraded user interface designed to streamline site navigation and improve subscriber service. The company is offering a FREE 30-day trial so … [Read more...]
Crazy Cupid Love Valentine’s Giveaway Hop | #WIN The Biggest Loser The Workout 30 Day Jumpstart DVD | #Giveaway | [CLOSED]
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Welcome to the Crazy Cupid Love Valentine's Giveaway Hop hosted by Sweep Tight and Just Married with Coupons! Each blog participating will have a prize package valued at $10 or more for you to enter to win and only 2 entries so hopping to the next blog will be fast! The more blogs you enter on the better your chance of winning! After you enter below hop along to the next blog to enter and good luck! WIN IT: ONE OurKidsMom … [Read more...]
Teaching Children Acceptance & About Bullying | #WIN Rainbow Rabbit Children’s Book & Stuffed Rabbit Review | #GIVEAWAY | ends 2/15 | #rafflecopter
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Rainbow Rabbit book & stuffed rabbit It's no secret: Our children are growing up in a world where many of them aren't being accepted for who they are. It might be that they are too tall, too short, have a different color of skin or ethnic background, or they might have disadvantages that other children don't have. Whatever the reason, many of these children are bullied into thinking they are less than others and … [Read more...]
Project 366 | Day 29 | Wires
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Project 366 Day 29 Wires Spent the day visiting two hospitals with my Dad today. It’s a long story, but he had to transfer to one with a neurosurgeon. I will be spending the day there again tomorrow, this time waiting for him to get out of surgery. So many wires coming off of one person. … [Read more...]
Zone Perfect Bars | Abbott Nutrition Snack Packs | Simple Service Project to End Childhood Hunger | #AbbottCFK #CBias #ChampionsforKids
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Zone Perfect Bars & Our Snack Packs Last week I told you about Abbott Nutrition’s simple service project… a Champions for Kids mission to help children in communities across the country fight hunger. Did you know…. More than 16 million children under the age of 18 in the United States are food insecure – unable to consistently access adequate amounts of nutritious foods necessary for a healthy life. More than 3 … [Read more...]
Planning a Super Bowl Party? | #WIN $250 American Express | [CLOSED] | #bluecashmeifyoucan
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Planning a Super Bowl Party? photo source The Super Bowl is almost here! Every year families and friends gather to watch the big game and feast on a fabulous spread of yummies. But are you getting as much as you can for your money? With the Blue Cash Everyday Card you could earn 3% cash back on your Superbowl groceries! So, to celebrate the Superbowl, American Express is teaming up with OurKidsMom and several other blogs to see how much … [Read more...]
