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10 Uses for Coffee Mugs As You Declutter Your Kitchen
Are you trying to declutter the kitchen this month? It is definitely high on my to do list! Over the years, I have acquired a whole lot of coffee mugs. I got them from students when I taught preschool, as gifts from friends and family, and they come in sets of dishes when I really only needed … [Read More...]
Financial Wellness Checklist and Using a Bullet Journal to Save Money
As we enter the new year, you should consider working through this financial wellness checklist to ensure financial security in the years to come. For most people, money is in limited supply and the demands on finances are fairly high. Gas must be purchased regularly if we want to … [Read More...]
Healthy Banana Oatmeal Smoothie Recipe
Are you on a mission to get healthier this year? This banana oatmeal smoothie recipe is a great way to start your day! Loaded with rolled oats and a heaping spoonful of almond butter, this healthy smoothie recipe will keep your hunger at bay so you can focus on your to do list. No … [Read More...]
Grocery Shopping Tips for Healthy Eating
With the beginning of the new year comes a renewed determination to eat healthier. If you want to join me on my healthy food kick, you may need to change your shopping habits. Hopefully, these grocery shopping tips for healthy eating will help you make smart food choices next time you … [Read More...]
Get Rid of Stress with These Anxiety Busting Tips
Stress can make our lives difficult. It causes our health to decline, our anxiety to skyrocket, and wreaks havoc on personal relationships. As we move into the new year, I want to get rid of stress in my life wherever I can. I thought I would share a few anxiety busting tips that … [Read More...]
Cooking
White Chocolate Lemon Truffle Recipe
Every year, I make a TON of homemade candy. I like to add new flavors occasionally and this … [Read More...]
Prosciutto Fig Pizza with Blue Cheese
This Prosciutto Fig Pizza recipe has been sponsored by Bays English Muffins. All opinions … [Read More...]
Southwestern Quinoa Egg Breakfast Bowl Recipe
This Southwestern Quinoa Egg Breakfast Bowl Recipe has been sponsored. All opinions expressed here … [Read More...]
Parenting
How to Find a Good Babysitter That You Really Trust!
This post about how to find a good babysitter has been sponsored. All opinions are my own. When my children were younger, my husband and I had no … [Read More...]
Advice for my Son: Those First Few Steps Are Always the Hardest
This advice for my son is part of a paid campaign with The Mission List and the Center for Parent and Teen Communication. All opinions are my … [Read More...]
How to Nurture Creativity in Teens
This post about how to nurture creativity in teens has been sponsored. All opinions are my own. I have been compensated in the form of a Best Buy … [Read More...]
Crafts & DIY
DIY Tic Tac Toe Game Board: A Simple Gift for Only Pennies!
Many years ago, I was in charge of the environmental club at my kid's elementary school. When Earth Day rolled around, we wanted to give each of them … [Read More...]
How to Make Bottle Cap Flowers for Frugal DIY Garden Art
Looking for a frugal DIY garden art project? Learn how to make bottle cap flowers! Not only is it a fun garden DIY but it is also a great way to … [Read More...]
DIY Beard Oil for Soft and Healthy Facial Hair
Have a man with facial hair in your life? Looking for an easy Father's Day gift for your scruffy mate? Make DIY beard oil to keep it soft and healthy! … [Read More...]
Entertainment & Technology
How To Choose The Right Music For Your Party
This post about how to choose the right music for your party has been sponsored. All opinions are my own. A few years ago, my husband and I had an … [Read More...]
How to Nurture Creativity in Teens
This post about how to nurture creativity in teens has been sponsored. All opinions are my own. I have been compensated in the form of a Best Buy … [Read More...]
Gifts For Techies That You’ll Want To Keep For Yourself!
Do you know someone who loves technology gifts? Have a friend who is always plugged in? Since I have teens who are addicted to their electronic … [Read More...]
Life in the Burbs
Financial Wellness Checklist and Using a Bullet Journal to Save Money
As we enter the new year, you should consider working through this financial wellness checklist to ensure financial security in the years to come. … [Read More...]
Get Rid of Stress with These Anxiety Busting Tips
Stress can make our lives difficult. It causes our health to decline, our anxiety to skyrocket, and wreaks havoc on personal … [Read More...]
Give a New Puppy Care Package (NOT a puppy!) for a Gift!
If you are considering adding a dog to your family, PLEASE give a new puppy care package on Christmas day and not the actual puppy. The holidays are a … [Read More...]
Shopping, Style and Beauty
Fun Gift Ideas for Teen Girls
Looking for gift ideas for teen girls? I'm right there with you! With Christmas right around the corner, I find myself scrambling for … [Read More...]
Stock Up on Stylish Winter Clothes from Athleta!
This post about stylish winter clothes has been sponsored. All opinions are my own. For the last week, I have been up in New England visiting … [Read More...]
Workout Gift Ideas for Fitness Enthusiasts
The holidays are coming and that means we need to start thinking about the perfect gift for friends and family members. I try very hard to choose … [Read More...]
