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...]
A Fresh Start with Fresh Blueberries #LittleChanges
I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council. I received a stipend to facilitate my purchase for my review as well as a promotional item to thank me for my participation. We like to find simple ways to make … [Read more...]
A Wholesome Snack Helps Us Keep Up With The Kids
I am a member of the Collective Bias® Social Fabric® Community. This shop has been compensated as part of a social shopper amplification for Collective Bias and its advertiser. #CollectiveBias As a parent of young children, I find that one of the hardest things for me to do … [Read more...]
Pop Chef creates Healthy Kid Snacking
We are excited to feature a sponsored Pop Chef review. Details ... Pop Chef is the new, fast and easy way to make fabulous edible creations! The secret is its 3-in-one action – which shapes, pops, and creates stars, circles, hearts, and more without the mess or hassle of … [Read more...]
Healthing our House with the Help of Lysol
We are excited to share tips for Spring Cleaning! Maybe you saw that Spring Cleaning started here already but we are going slow about our Spring Cleaning this year. These tips really apply to our family. Don’t let spring cleaning overwhelm you - take it one room … [Read more...]
My Janaury Paleo Inspired Breakfast Norm
Brian and I tried out eating a paleo diet this January. We have decided we like the term paleo inspired as we did have a few non-paleo items during th months ... like the cookies I would give in an eat one about once a week. But it made me think about eating out the cookies so it … [Read more...]
Happy Havens Dyson Giveaway
Have you checked out Happy Havens? It is a great site that provides consumers with information on home products, trends and promotes wellness and a clean lifestyle. I enjoyed read the article, Falling in love with a clean house for fall! That included tips such as ... Be … [Read more...]
Meatless Monday: Margherita Tortellini Alfredo
This week's Meatless Monday post is a bit of a cheat. That's ok because everyone needs a nice easy to put together meal from time to time. This recipe takes advantage of our local Sam's Club. In the prepared foods section, they have these great packages of Artisan Fresh … [Read more...]
Meatless Monday: Corn Pancakes with Sauteed Veggies
We've been kind of slacking this summer with our Meatless Monday entries. We've been trying a few new things around here to see how they work. We've also been taking the time to pay attention to the web and to magazines that we subscribe to so that we can get a little bit of … [Read more...]
Meatless Monday: Broccoli Rice Casserole
So we're a day late getting Meatless Monday up this week, but this recipe will definitely not leave you a dollar short. When you combine rice, broccoli, mushrooms, and cheese, you know that you've got something healthy, delicious, and easy on your pocketbook. You get plenty of … [Read more...]
Meatless Monday: Spaghetti Squash Casserole
Don't let the picture fool you! This looks like a glob on a plate, but boy what a tasty glob! Those great fall flavors and textures shine through and really warm you up on a cool, crisp fall evening. Our Meatless Monday this week is inspired by some of the great produce that … [Read more...]
Ten Ways of Making Your Favorite Foods Healthier
Who isn't trying to eat healthier these days? I don't know many people who aren't. But who wants to eat cardboard and often more importantly who has the money to spend on fru-fru food products that taste like cardboard?! I sure don't! We want to eat the foods we love but how do … [Read more...]
Ten Tips for Ensuring a Healthy, Safe and Successful School Year
Well I asked my teacher husband to help come up with these answers. These were his suggestions ... 1. Pack your child's lunch. Make it a healthy one with fruit and veggies! Use whole wheat bread too! 2. Get to know your child's teacher. 3. Put an encouraging note in your … [Read more...]
Healthy Foodie Tip on a Budget
Bulk buying scares many people. There I said it. I know it is true. I have had many friends tell me just that. I don't "need" that much chicken or toilet paper or apples. I am one ... two ... a family with small kids that don't each much. OK, it is time to stop the excuses! I … [Read more...]
Great American Smokeout and Your Budget
I feel like I am posting a bit late but I feel it is an important message so hang in here with me. Today is the Great American Smokeout Challenge hosted by the American Cancer Society. You can find out full details here. I come from a non-smoking family which is good for … [Read more...]