So it's officially been a year since we received our year supply of Ronzoni pasta from the photo contest I won. I have to admit that we have not finished all the boxes. I thought we would, surely. But it is not so. We still have pasta coming out our ears. We even donated some to a local food shelter! Nevertheless, my son is still happy eating his swirly pasta. You would think a year of the … [Read more...]
Is there any other time of year than Christmas when gift cards are in such high demand? Whether because of convenience or indecisiveness, or a host of other reasons, they certainly make it easy to catch up on any last minute gifts. Since our house has been stuck with the flu since last week, I haven't had time to get out and do much shopping for non-immediate family members. That means quick … [Read more...]
It shouldn't come as too much of a surprise that I'm a Josh Groban fan... who isn't? He's one of a select few performers I've actually seen live and it was a memorable event. What an amazing gift he has... a voice so amazing that he keeps it simple... without the flash and fanfare of so many other stars. I was thrilled to hear that he's been giving back to local school music programs. … [Read more...]
When we moved to Georgia nearly two years ago, one of the things we missed was Jamba Juice. Jamba Juice is everywhere in Northern California and was a fun part of hot afternoons after a walk to the park. When we moved and found out Jamba Juice doesn't exist in Georgia, we started making our own fruit smoothies. It was pretty easy and more affordable. When I discovered NutraSea, a fish oil … [Read more...]
Now that the kids are headed back to school, have you thought of going back yourself? I have. I actually love school and the entire education setting. I guess that's not a real surprise since I was a teacher. But perhaps surprising that I'd consider going back for more. Even though I have my teaching certificate and Masters degree in Education, I've thought of enrolling in some courses on … [Read more...]
Disney has created the coolest set of educational videos to teach kids about being safe in and around the pool. They're using Timon and Pumba from the Lion King to narrate, which keeps kids attention and makes it fun to learn. I love that! I remember growing up and going to the local community pool. There was always a lifeguard on duty and I remember the two most important rules... No … [Read more...]
Do you know what I'm alluding to with the title? Tree Top Apple Juice and Applesauce... yum. Mom Central sent me some samples of their apple juice and applesauce so I could participate in a blog tour campaign on behalf of Tree Top. I love working with Mom Central because I always get to choose which blog tours I join and I only choose to participate in the ones I know I can fully support (I … [Read more...]
Now that I'm on my 75-DAY SPRINT TO THE FINISH, I've had to figure out how to get more home-cooked meals made quick and easy. Not only that, but I've got my diet plan, my daughters, and still have to feed my hubby and son. Along came the Fix-It and Forget-It Cookbook Revised and Updated with over 700 slow cooker recipes. Combine that with some amazing Uncle Ben's whole grain brown rice and I'm set … [Read more...]
School's out and summer is here. For many busy moms that means the time with kids in school is over... at least for a few months. It also signals a time to get creative with our time and their time. Coming up with fun activities to keep the kids engaged and entertained can tap a mom's creative tank... today I used an idea from the FedEx Out of Office blog for making bookmarks. It kept my kids … [Read more...]
Urban farming is making a mark in homes across America thanks to seed packets in specially marked Triscuit boxes. It's part of Triscuit’s goal of helping Americans everywhere create their own home garden by placing plantable herb seed cards in four million boxes of Triscuit crackers. If you'll recall, a month or so ago, we planted our own vegetable garden along with some flowers and … [Read more...]
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