Keeping our children #CyberSafe

Disclosure: I participated in a campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for Boys & Girls Clubs of America. I received a promotional item as a thank you for participating. When my fiance and I fostered his teenage sister, one of our priorities was to teach her to use technology appropriately. It involved far more than giving her… Read more



Summer Accessories Sure to Turn Heads

Summer is here, and it’s full of fun, bright, bold accessories sure to accent any outfit at the beach, out running errands, at the local flea market, or at parties for friends. You’re never too old to try something new, and this summer offers a great amount of options to dress up your wardrobe without… Read more

Why math is still an essential subject for your children

Oh, mathematics. You either love it or hate it.  And you’re either good at it, or you struggle with it.  For those that love it, they’re usually naturals with it and find that numbers just seem to “click” with their brains.  They breeze through the various levels of maths, finishing classes in maths like trigonometry… Read more

5 ways to remodel your bathroom

Remodeling your bathroom is a costly affair, however there are a variety of renewal options that can help you achieve a new look without completely tearing it down to bare walls. Focus on one area at a time and evaluate what new features your bathroom could use – gleaming new taps and fittings, single-track lighting… Read more

How to Prevent Childhood Colds

Whether your kids go to daycare or not, it’s difficult to prevent sickness in children. They encounter multitudes of germs at school, daycare, and on the playground. Since kids don’t necessarily understand the consequences of not washing your hands, taking vitamins, eating healthy or getting enough sleep, it can be very easy for them to… Read more

Chic Style: Dressing Up Your Living Room Armchairs

Living room armchairs offer a variety of uses for you and your family. They’re a great place for kids to hang out and read or watch educational films, or for you or your spouse to curl up after a long day with a book, the paper, or to catch up on your favorite show. While… Read more

Remodeling Your Bathroom? Why You Should Consider a Walk-In Shower

If you’ve got the space and budget, consider one of the hottest bathroom remodeling trends — installing a large, walk-in shower. Even if you don’t have the room, ask a designer to give the space a closer look. If you need to convince yourself to make the jump from a traditional shower to a walk-in,… Read more

Sofa Beds, Spare Toothbrushes, and Comfort: Tips for Entertaining Summer Guests

Summer is the time when families are traveling and gathering together again for reunions and get-togethers. While it may be fun to have several people descend on your house for a few days, it can be complicated making sure everyone is comfortable and enjoying their stay in the midst of your daily life. It may… Read more

Protein Bars, Smoothies, and Lean Meat: Three Great Ways to Add Protein to Your Diet

Worldwide many people are protein deficient, and despite their best efforts to eat balanced meals, the deficiency continues. People consistently use up their calories with mindless snacks that will not benefit their overall health in the least. While you do your best to provide healthy meals for your family, it can be difficult to ensure… Read more

5 Ways to Detox for Summer

In our daily lives, we are exposed to a barrage of toxins in the form of excess sugar, fat and caffeine. These take a toll on our systems and can leave us feeling fatigued and sick. Our environment is filled with pollutants that enter our bodies as we breathe. It is difficult to completely avoid… Read more

Change, Regret, and Reconciliation

The tides of change just keep on coming. Last Thursday, we found out that my grandmother had passed away at 94 years of age. No one had known that she had been sick and in the hospital. All I know is that her memory had been declining over the years and that she was no… Read more

Want to know how your feedback could influence major companies?

If you have 10 minutes to share your experience with cause marketing and social media (with the bonus option of entering to win one of 20 VISA gift cards worth $25), please check out the following survey from my friends at The Motherhood. Click here to go to the survey. The results will be presented… Read more

ZeeBee Threads: Cool, Comfortable, Fashionable.

Tara at ZeeBee threads kindly sent me two of their Generous Fit tanks for review. If you haven’t heard about ZeeBee, you might want to check them out! They’re an online-only retailer with one objective: to provide active women with stylish, casual clothing at affordable prices. My fiance and I often comment about how our… Read more

How to Throw Your Kid an Awesome Birthday Party on a Budget

Let’s face it, if you have a child birthday parties are a big part of your life. You typically get invited to a number of parties throughout the year, and in turn you want to throw a banging party for your kid on their big day too! But like most moms, you find yourself watching… Read more

Oregon Chai’s “Share Happiness” Promo

Oregon Chai is calling ALL fans to share and vote on photos that they think best capture happiness. 20 lucky winners will receive an Oregon Chai and Oregon Café gift valued at $50 and everyone will get a $1 off coupon when they submit their moment. You can enter through the Facebook app or through… Read more

Crayola’s 110th Birthday Celebration!

The eight original Crayola crayons are throwing a birthday bash at the new fun-omenal Crayola Experience, the world’s only interactive Crayola family attraction. Right now, they’re out on a colorful adventure to spread the news, and you’re invited to join the fun! How can you join in? You can FOLLOW the crayons on their adventure,… Read more

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