Have you checked out the Steps with Balance Rewards program at Walgreens? I am a member of the Collective Bias® Social Fabric® Community. This shop has been compensated as part of a social shopper insights study for Collective Bias® and Walgreens #cbias … [Read more...]
Archives for April 2013
Walmart Steak Grill-Off! #steakover
We hosted an exciting family mini grill-off while trying the new Walmart USDA Choice Premium Beef steaks earlier this week. In my family, steaks are marinated. Mom often uses a store bought marinated and dad is the grill master. Here at our house, Brian is all about the … [Read more...]
My Graduation Fish
Last Friday my parents came out to watch Matthew so I could pull off Math and Science Night at Grace's school and Brian could participate with the girls. (More to come on Math and Science Night!) I finally made it home for the first time that day at about 8:30pm. Dad was … [Read more...]
We Became THOSE Neighbors
It only sat in the front flower bed for two days. Really. I promise. There is a good reason that this isn't our house any more ... toilet replacement post to come soon. What is the worst thing you have left out in your yard ... for a day ... or two or even three? Leave me a … [Read more...]
HUGGIES® Little Movers Slip-On® Diaper Pants
We are excited to work with a local reviewer on this sponsored campaign for HUGGIES® Little Movers Slip-On® Diaper Pants! Our family is a HUGGIES family. When I buy diapers for friends or baby showers, they are HUGGIES for sure. We have local friends that have a new addition … [Read more...]
Meatless Monday: Vegetarian Charquican
On my recent trip to Chile, I was on the lookout for traditional dishes that I could bring back home to share with my family and with yours. One dish that really stood out as something that my family would love to eat was a simple peasant dish called charquican. Charquican is, … [Read more...]
Hidden Valley: Sandwich Spreads & Dips
I was excited to make a quick dinner for the family using the new Hidden Valley Sandwich Spreads and Dips recently! Hidden Valley Sandwich Spreads & Dips are available in four delicious flavors and with one-third the calories of mayonnaise and only 2 grams of fat per … [Read more...]
One Tank Trips in Florida
Whether you live in Florida, or are visiting for the weekend, the state has a lot to offer, including big cities, the Everglades, National Parks and two beautiful coasts. And depending where you are, a lot of these destinations are only about a tank of gas away. If you have some … [Read more...]
Travel: The Welcome Back Chapter
We picked Brian up from his Foods from Chile adventure at the local airport on Sunday afternoon. Brian's flight was scheduled to land at 12:15 pm. I decided we would still go to church service and Sunday School that Sunday morning. The church is closer to the airport than the … [Read more...]
Get Ready for Spring with Grape-Nuts Fit!
We are excited to work with Post Cereals on a review of their Great Grains Protein Blends and Grape-Nuts Fit cereals! Our kids LOVE Grape-Nuts. I admit that I am to blame for this love. Brian had never had Grape-Nuts until he met me and he realized quickly that a warm bowl of … [Read more...]
Did Summer Come?
Yesterday the high was in the 80s here. We had SNOW just a few weeks ago! I had a chance to share this picture on Instagram with Brian so he could see the kids having fun. He sure is missing them when he is in Chile! Brian's response to this picture was ... they look so … [Read more...]
Road Trip Checklist | Car Maintenance and What to Pack
Before You Hit the Road, Pack: The Essential Road Trip Checklist Road trips aren’t for everyone, but if you’re the type who enjoys the journey as much as the destination, hitting the road is a great way to spend a vacation. But before you hop in the car and drive off, make sure … [Read more...]
Use the Whole Bottle with Clorox SMART TUBE TECHNOLOGY!
We are excited to provide a sponsored review of Clorox SMART TUBE TECHNOLOGY! Do you try to get the cleaner out of the whole bottle because you are budget smart like that? Yeah, it is OK ... admit it. I do the same thing. I hate seeing extra cleaner at the bottom of the bottle … [Read more...]
Dinner without This Cookin Dad X 8
Dear gosh. Eight dinners?! I can fake my way through breakfast and lunches. I cover those most days for myself and the kids. I am the lunch packin' queen after all but dinner ... dinners are all Brian. Maybe you caught wind that he is headed to Chile for the Foods from Chile … [Read more...]
Becoming Financial Partners
I have a degree in Finance. I think in terms of returns, present vs. future value of money, APR, etc. I say that putting your money into a fund that pays 7% APR is much smarter than paying off your mortgage with a 3% APR. Your money is 4% ahead by saving it! That makes great … [Read more...]