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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 ideas on what to get my daughter this year. She isn't a little kid any more. As sad as it sounds, there will be no more Littlest Pet Shops, … [Read More...]
How to Survive a Cold When You Don’t Have Time to Be Sick
This conversation about how to survive a cold is sponsored by Vick’s available at Walmart. All opinions are my own. Surviving a cold would be simple if all we had to do was lie in bed, drink hot tea, and nap. Wouldn't it be lovely if we could just take a whole week … [Read More...]
Tips for a Smooth Online Mental Health Therapy Session
These tips for a smooth online mental health therapy session are part of a sponsored post. All opinions are my own. If you or a loved one are dealing with mental health issues, talking to a professional may help. Our lives are filled with stress and emotional challenges that we cannot … [Read More...]
Prosciutto Fig Pizza with Blue Cheese
This Prosciutto Fig Pizza recipe has been sponsored by Bays English Muffins. All opinions expressed here are my own. I did not grow up with the bold flavors of Blue cheese, nor did I ever hear of something as exotic as prosciutto until I was in my twenties. I was raised in New England … [Read More...]
Gift Wrapping Station Ideas to Help Keep You Organized
If your holiday wrapping is as chaotic as mine, I am sharing a few gift wrapping station ideas that might help you stay organized. The holidays are a magical yet very busy time of year. There is baking to do, parties to plan, outfits to shop for and gifts to buy. And, of course, holiday … [Read More...]
Cooking
Southwestern Quinoa Egg Breakfast Bowl Recipe
This Southwestern Quinoa Egg Breakfast Bowl Recipe has been sponsored. All opinions expressed here … [Read More...]
Easy Strawberry Icebox Pie Recipe with Pretzel Pie Crust
Spring is just about starting in many parts of the country, but here in the south, the weather is … [Read More...]
Jalapeno Cilantro Coleslaw Recipe with Lime Vinaigrette
I received compensation from Alka-Seltzer® to create this Jalapeno Cilantro Coleslaw Recipe with … [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
Family Tradition Ideas You Need to Start
Everyone has their own family tradition ideas that play a part in their holiday planning. I grew up enjoying the chaos of friends and family during … [Read More...]
DIY Home Decor Ideas That Won’t Break the Bank
Have you tallied up your bills recently? Don’t just cheapen your house in light of a tight budget. Instead of hitting the mall, consider some DIY home … [Read More...]
How to Make Women’s Voices Heard in Public Dialogue
This post about how to make women's voices heard in public dialogue has been sponsored by GenderAvenger. All opinions are my own. When I went to … [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...]
