You know the line in the song, A Beautiful Mess, by Jason Mraz that goes ... "And what a beautiful mess this is"? You know those those people that tell you that you should enjoy the beautiful messes that your kids create because, soon, they won't be there to create those … [Read more...]
Badge Work with Pottery Cool
Details about Pottery Cool ... This is real pottery that your kids can actually do themselves. Your child can create items they can actually use! Plus it’s easy to use and easy to clean up. You can find Pottery Cool at Walmart! Our Experience ... We are … [Read more...]
Taking the train to Washington DC
We went to Washington, DC over the kids' Spring Break as a quick day trip. I didn't plan the week off with them but I was able to take one day off. It was during the week and commuter traffic in Washington, DC can be crazy! We knew we didn't want to be part of that so I decided … [Read more...]
Thanksgiving Kids Books
This post contains affiliate links. Are you ready for Thanksgiving? We love the family time we get around Thanksgiving. I always take a few days off work. This year we are even taking a mini-trip. We love to remind the kids why we celebrate Thanksgiving and we have found books … [Read more...]
Finding Our Way Out of Debt
Thanks to Wells Fargo for sponsoring my participation in this campaign. #MyCreditStory For some people, "debt" is a four-letter word and something to be avoided at all costs, but, without some debt, buying a car or house would be nearly impossible for most of us. When that … [Read more...]
Saying no to STEM Activities
In the past year, we have said no to several STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) related activities for our kids. Each time I said no, I felt a little guilty over it. I realize that my guilt comes from my love of STEM ... the pesky undergraduate degree in Computer … [Read more...]
Triple Play for Building Healthy Habits
I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for Boys & Girls Club of America. I received a promotional item to thank me for my participation. The Boys & Girls Club of America (BGCA) is celebrating 10 years of its signature healthy … [Read more...]
Learn How to Help Protect Your Cat from Rabies
Disclosure: Post is sponsored by Merial, a world-leading animal health company, providing a comprehensive range of products to enhance the health and well-being of pets, but all opinions are my own. Please see below for additional disclosure. Did you know that in … [Read more...]
Halloween Decorating Night
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #FamilyPizzaCombo #CollectiveBias Halloween is such a fun time of year and even more so when you have young kids to share it with. What better way to spend an evening in … [Read more...]
Poppy’s Day Off
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #BrightMind #CollectiveBias When we adopted our senior dog, Poppy, a few months ago, my sister-in-law joked that our house would be his retirement home. He spent years in … [Read more...]
Playtime with Sevi Magnetic Playsets
We are excited to work with Sevi to review a toy. We received products in exchange for this review. About ... In toy year's Sevi is Europe’s oldest wooden toymaker -- 184 years! Their 2015 Collection of play sets offer a new direction in creative fun. And when kids slow … [Read more...]
New Food for Our New, Old Dog
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #BrightMind #CollectiveBias Do you have a dog that's 7 years old or older? Are you worried that your senior dog might not be as sharp as he used to be? You are not alone! … [Read more...]
Water Circus Delights Kids and Adults Alike
Many thanks to Cirque Italia for making this review possible. We received passes to the show to facilitate this review. When most people think of circuses, visions of elephants, lion tamers, clowns, and high wire acts immediately pop into your head. Over the past couple of … [Read more...]
Celebrating World Play-Doh Day
I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for Hasbro. I received product samples to facilitate my review as well as a promotional item to thank me for my participation. Are you ready to celebrate World Play-Doh Day on September 16th with Hasbro? … [Read more...]
Packing Lunches to Fuel Their Adventures
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #FuelTheirAdventures #CollectiveBias Being a kid is tough these days! More and more is expected of them at school, homework is starting earlier and earlier, and activities … [Read more...]
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