Valentine’s Day is usually a big deal at our house. I have always loved Valentine’s Day–the colors, hearts, chocolate, romance. . . . What’s not to like? At the beginning of our marriage, I think my attitude was typical. Though I loved doing something special for my husband, the real excitement was: What was he… [continue reading]
The mom job first.
Thought I’d put on a little make-up today. Yeah, I know. Shut the front door! I woke up this morning thinking, “Yea! I can get on with my life today…” Then came the next blow. You see we’ve been hit by the flu. Slammed. A trip to the hospital It all began with a phone… [continue reading]
Buffalo Chicken Cheese Dip
This shopper has been compensated by SheSpeaks, Inc., The Coca-Cola Company and Mondelez International group. All opinions are mine alone. What is game day like at your house? Growing up the kids were all shushed and scooted out so Dad could hear the game. My love of football came while living in a college town. Every game day… [continue reading]
How hard can it be to rent a movie?
Oh my goodness. I’m telling this story on someone else, poor soul, who happened to be staying at our house. We will say “he” though the person will remain anonymous. We do want to stay friends. Ha! It’s not his fault though–too much time with us. I always have thought our crazy life happenings were… [continue reading]
Fun things to do in Dallas/Fort Worth with Kids
There is so much family fun to be had in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. We lived right in the middle of the metroplex for over twelve years and loved raising our kids where there was so much to do. One year ago we moved away to be closer to family. It’s a great move for… [continue reading]
Holiday Traditions
This post has been sponsored by The Coca-Cola Company. All thoughts and opinions are my own. I have never been more excited for the holidays than I am this year! For years we have traveled for both Thanksgiving and Christmas to one side of the family and then the next. This year we get to… [continue reading]
Celebrate Christmas in Galveston!
My stay in Galveston, Texas was sponsored as a part of a familiarization trip with Texas Travel Talk and Galveston City Visitors Bureau. All opinions are my own. There’s nothing like a family Christmas getaway to get into the holiday spirit! Our family Christmas trip took us to Galveston, Texas where we experienced a Texas… [continue reading]
IEW Primary Arts of Language Review
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of IEW. All opinions are my own. Some links in the post are affiliate links. That means that making a purchase after following the link will give me a small amount of money for the referral, but your price remains the same. Thanks so much!… [continue reading]
Fabled Treasures, handcrafted gifts
Laugh With Us Blog was given three gifts to enjoy the Stories Captured in Metal from Fabled Treasures. No promotion was required on my part in exchange for the gifts, however, I love their work so much I wanted to share it with you! All opinions are my own. Looking for the perfect gift? Whether… [continue reading]
Bwahaha Mom
Busy. Stress. Juggling. Life. Kids. Cooking. Business. I no longer think in full sentences. It’s one word at a time for me now. Is it age? I’d like to find something to blame! I’m the mom moms laugh at. It’s my job. They feel better about themselves knowing I’m around. Latest episode. (That was two… [continue reading]