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Grateful Sunday: My Current Favorites (Products & What I’m Watching)
Hi loves! These past two weeks have been super busy. It’s going to be that way for the next two weeks, but I wanted to come here and share some of my current favorites along with a couple of shows that I’ve been watching lately. My Current Favorites (Products & What I’m Watching) CeraVe® Bébé…
Want Strong, Healthy Teeth? Try Adding These Foods to Your Diet
Want Strong, Healthy Teeth? Try Adding These Foods to Your Diet When it comes to oral health, most of us do everything right. Brushing, flossing, and using mouthwash can do a lot when it comes to keeping our teeth healthy and strong. But what not many people realize is that the food we consume can…
How To Encourage Independent Play In Toddlers | Philips Avent Digital Monitor
Almost two years ago, I decided to stay home because I didn’t want to send my daughter to daycare. I was blessed to find something that I love and could do from the comfort of my home. It’s been a blessing that I never thought could be possible. I’m not going to lie though, the…
Amazon Echo Giveaway
How would you like to win an Amazon Echo? With the introduction of the Amazon Echo’s Alexa Skill Blueprints, we will be giving an Echo away to one lucky reader. Millions of customers use Alexa’s many skills every day to make their lives a little easier and a lot more fun. Now with Skill Blueprints,…
Things To Do When You’re Bored & Blue
If you feel as though you’re always bored, and it’s starting to make you feel a bit blue, then there are things we can do to sort this. Everyone goes through a stage in their life where everything just seems boring. Things might not be what they once used to, such as the times of…
Grateful Sunday | Spring Has Sprung!
Hi loves, welcome back! The rain stopped a few days ago, and we’ve had nothing but sunshine! Don’t want to jinx it but I feel that spring has sprung and I’ve excited! We did a lot of yard work (by we I mean Demo and the kids, I took pictures and kept out of their…
5 Simple and Inexpensive Ways to Make your Bathroom Look Better
Over the last few months, I’ve been obsessed with home decor and renovations. I spend hours on Pinterest and some of my favorite online stores looking for inspiration. Last year I tackled the guest bedroom, so it only makes sense to do the guest bathroom next. While I was updating the overall look of the guest…
Make the Most Out of Your Summer: Days Out for the Family
If you would like to get a tan but don’t want to spend the summer on the beach, there are plenty of great ways of making your kids fall in love with nature, water, and outdoor sports. The good news is that you don’t have to break the bank to plan these days out, and…
NUM NOMS Inspired Mini Donuts Recipe
A few weeks ago we were sent some NUM NOMS series 1 Snackables and Dippers. For those of you that are not familiar with Num Noms, they are these adorable collectibles. The characters are scented, and each has cute and funny names. The best part? They are also scented. While playing with the with Jazzy, I got…
Refreshing Popsicle Recipe | Mango Lime Sorbet
Mangoes are by far my favorite fruits. I could eat them all year long. Sadly, I live in a not so tropical area, and mangoes here are not always sweet. When I do find sweet mangoes, I’m in heaven! When I was pregnant with Jazzy one of my good friend came to visit and brought me…
Grateful Sunday: Goodbye Sunshine And Hello Rain!
Happy Sunday loves! It’s been full-on spring cleaning in our house. Over the last couple weekends, we tackled the backyard and this week I finally completed my bathroom refresh (keep an eye out for the full post). This week we were able to go outside more, but it looks like we are in for a…
Simple Ways To Brighten Up Your Backyard This Spring
Goodbye, winter! And for real this time! Mother Nature is finally giving us some sunshine. This means lots of spring cleaning in our backyard! Every year, Demo and his uncle get the yard ready. Other than the general cleaning up of dead leaves and branches, we like to brighten up our backyard a little. Today I’m…
Spring and Summer Most Sought-After Toys | L.O.L Surprise! Unboxing
If you’ve been following my Instagram stories, you would know that I recently received a HUGE box L.O.L Surprise toys to review on the blog! Today I’m sharing in more details the items that I received featuring Jazzy’s favorite, the L.O.L Pearl Surprise. Once you see the pictures, you will know why it’s her favorite…
Grateful Sunday: Here Comes The Sun! Enjoying The Beautiful Weather
Happy sunny Sunday to you all! After months of freezing and crappy weather, we are finally being graced with some sunshine. Grandma “with the white hair” and uncle Rene came over on Saturday, so we’ve been cleaning the yard and just enjoying the beautiful weather together. Here Comes The Sun! Enjoying The Beautiful Weather Both…
4 Ways Aging Adults Can Remain Active and Healthy
By 2010, 5.5 million adults in the United States lived to the age of 85+. By 2050, this group of 85+ will jump to 19 million Americans, equivalent to 5% of the total population, according to the Institute on Aging. The life expectancy in this country is only going up, and that’s great. It is…
10th Birthday | Epic Super Mario Birthday Party
It’s been a few weeks since my first born turned 10. The only reminder of the party is the glitter that I’m still finding on the couch and some of the leftover candies that Jazzy keeps sneaking off with. The Super Mario birthday party was terrific. Everything, from the decor to the treats table was…
Spring Decor Haul | Afloral
Although I haven’t put away my winter coat yet #Canadianproblems, Spring cleaning is still in full swing at my house. That means trading the winter decor (yes, I still have some Christmas decor left over, don’t judge!), for some brighter colorful Spring ones. Today I’m sharing my first ever spring decor haul. The items that I’m…
How to Get Younger, Healthier Looking Skin
Having healthier looking skin can be the key to confidence, but it’s often hard to attain. With all the different parts of life that can potentially age your skin, it can feel like an uphill battle. The good news is that if you’re serious about getting healthier, better-looking skin, there are several steps you can…
Grateful Sunday: This Week’s Random Favorites + What I’m Watching
Happy Sunday! The week went by pretty fast. Most of my workload was done by Friday night, so Saturday was spent relaxing and opening blogger mail. I like to share what I get in the mail on my Instagram stories so be sure you are following me. Today I wanted to share some of my…
Oh Baby | Book Review, Interview + Giveaway!
Hi loves! Today I’m doing something I haven’t done in quite a while. A book review/interview!! I was recently sent a complimentary copy of Oh Baby. I started reading it last week and only wish I had a copy of it when I first became a mom 10 years ago. If you are like me, you probably…
Bottle Feeding Tips For First Time Parents | Philips Avent
My son had trouble latching the first three weeks, so I pumped and supplemented during that time. Whenever I share this story with friends and family, Demo likes to brag about being the one that gave our son’s his first bottle. It’s quite amusing given the fact that he had no prior knowledge about babies (he’s an…
3 Fascinating Arthritis Pain Relief Methods From Around the World
America’s population of senior citizens is growing at an unprecedented rate. In fact, by 2030, older adults will account for roughly 20% of the U.S. population. Furthermore, many senior citizens experience frequent issues with chronic pain, especially arthritis. While there are a number of traditional treatment methods that have been proven to be effective with…
Meringue Cookies, Shopping and More | 5 Things I’m Loving Right Now!
Hi loves and Happy SUNDAY!! For today’s Grateful Sunday post, I wanted to share some of the things I’m loving right now. I have quite a few but I’m only sharing the top 5 with you today. Meringue Cookies, Shopping and More | 5 Things I’m Loving Right Now! Meringue cookies from Maison Meringues. Last…
Nordic Fit Mama | Safely Get Back in Shape After Having a Baby
This year I made a promise to myself; No more excuses and just DO it! Starting with taking care of my body. After giving birth to two kids, I began to get horrible lower back pain coupled with urinary incontinence. Having babies will do that to ya! Don’t get me wrong, being a mom is one of the…
Epic Super Mario Cupcakes | Let The Games Begin!
Guys! I can’t believe that my baby is already 10 years old!! Like, how and when did this happened? This year’s party themed was Super Mario and what better way to celebrate than cupcakes? These Super Mario cupcakes are adorable and so easy to make! Epic Super Mario Cupcakes | Let The Games Begin! Ingredients…
3 Smart Tips For Planning Your First Cross-Country Motorcycle Excursion
Spring is here, and many thrill seekers are finalizing their plans for some exhilarating adventures as the temperatures continue to rise. Motorcycling is just one way to fuel the fire of your adventurous spirit, and an extended cross-country excursion through America’s open roads can easily provide enough adventure to last a lifetime. But as with…
Celebrating Double Digits! Happy 10th Birthday!
Wait a minute, how in the world? I’m trying not to completely freak out about my first born turning 10 today, but it’s HARD! We threw him a Super Mari party over the weekend, and today he’s officially a decade old! That’s insane to me!! The first time hitting the double digits is a HUGE…
Fun OshKosh Spring Giveaway
Spring is one of the best shopping seasons. Gone are the days of layering and bundling up for winter – it’s time to break out the OshKosh shorts and t-shirts! OshKosh outfits keep your kids comfortable and in style for spring, and all the outdoor activities that come with the season! Fun OshKosh Spring Giveaway Springtime…
Treating Seasonal Allergy Symptoms at Home
As winter ends, we finally find ourselves leaving this unusually awful cold and flu season behind us. Seeing as how the average child catches up to 10 colds each year, you probably already had to help your little ones work through a nasty cold or flu symptoms. While the worst of cold and flu season…
Grateful Sunday: Long Weekend, Birthday Celebrations and More
Hi loves! Happy Easter! Hope everyone is enjoying the long weekend. The last 3-4 weeks were crazy busy prepping for my son’s 10th birthday party celebration. The last time I was this stressed out about a party was for his 6th birthday. We had a Minecraft themed party for him. This year he wanted Super…
Budget Room Refresh | Solving Your Design Dilemmas One Room At A Time!
When you walk into my home, the first thing you see is the living room. So you can understand why I would want it to be both inviting and visually appealing. My living room hasn’t changed much since the last time I shared pictures on the blog. I’ve wanted to do a budget room refresh…
What To Wear | Stylish and Affordable Spring Fashion For Kids
Ready or not, here comes Spring! Time to put away the winter boots and snow pants and trade them for some stylish spring fashion. As a mother of two (a boy and a girl) I always get super excited about Spring! No more heavy snowsuits to haul around! Being able to dress both of my…
Grateful Sunday: Cuteness Overload + Birthday Party Prepping
Hi loves! It’s been a couple of weeks since I’ve done a Grateful Sunday post. Last week I didn’t do one and Demo ask if I was feeling ungrateful lol I’m not! I’m always grateful! But I was also sleep deprived and running behind on a few deadlines. Things have slowed down a bit, so…
Simple Tips On How To Make Breakfast More Appealing
Breakfast is one of the most important meals of the day. Legit words, I tell my son, almost daily, when he tries to give me an excuse as to why he didn’t feel like eating his breakfast that day. The truth is, he was probably bored with his breakfast choice. Today, I’m sharing some of…
Plow, Plate, Palate: Where Our Food Supply Comes From and Why It Matters
Restaurants, Supermarkets, Gardens: The Path To Your Plate Where Our Food Supply Comes From and Why It Matters Food is love, truth or fiction? While health and wellness authorities always claim that eating a balanced diet is one of the influencing factors of living a healthy life, it may do more than that. A study…
The Perfect Cold Survival kit for kids
The Perfect Cold Survival kit for kids When my kids were babies, I learned quickly that if I were going to conquer this new parenting thing, I’d have to be prepared. Which is why I always had a diaper caddy in each room. It’s just one of those things you know; “it’s going to…
Home Alone: Rules Of Thumb To Keep Kids Safe
Sometimes you just can’t help it, and you have to leave home without taking your children. For once, parents can see a generational change in that their kids are so incredibly smart compared to when they were small. We live in the age of information, and thus children now have smartphones, tablets, access to the…
Saying Goodbye To Your Old House
Saying goodbye is something people usually don’t find difficult. You see, we usually say it when we’re simply not going to see someone for a few hours or until the end of the week. We say goodbye to friends and family all the time, and it becomes a common occurrence when we’ve all got our…
Simple Homemade Lemon Macarons Recipe
Ah, Macarons! So many flavors of deliciousness! They are chewy on the inside, crispy on the outside. Who would have thought that these delicacies were so simple to make? For MONTHS I’ve been saying that I’m going to make some but each time I would psych myself out. First, it was really hard to choose the…