Seasoned vacationers will tell you that there are a few must-have items they love taking on their trip. For each family, it’s a little bit different. I’ve put together a little list of things we like to bring along with us on vacation. Gaiam Lunch Bag — If your kids are like mine, they’re probably hungry all the time. This is a great bag to bring along with you for … [Read more...]
Make Your Home Feel Cozy and Comfortable with this Beautiful Casablanca Retro Modern Round Shag Rug from ECarpetGallery
Tired of soiled, sullied carpets? Um, who isn’t tired of sullied carpets right? If you’re starting to notice that your (once beautiful) carpets look nothing like they did when you moved into your house OR apartment, you’re definitely not alone. Keeping your carpets clean (and beautiful) can be extremely expensive, right? If you’re sick and tired of professionally cleaning your … [Read more...]
Affordable Fall Looks For High School Girls
If you’ve got a daughter in high school, the mere mention of school shopping is scary. Most moms love shopping, and most daughters do too, but the problem lies in the clothes the daughters want. They’re not usually what moms want. Sometimes they’re too revealing, sometimes they’re just not what we want for them, and sometimes they’re just too expensive. This year, we did all … [Read more...]
POPPY SEED POUND CAKE
I have received information and materials from JOHNSON & JOHNSON CONSUMER, Inc., McNeil Nutritionals, LLC Subsidiary the makers of LACTAID ®. The opinions stated are my own. This is a sponsored post. Have you ever experienced Dairy Envy? In case you’re not familiar, Dairy Envy is the feeling you get when you can’t enjoy dairy like everyone else around you – when the … [Read more...]
Experience Freshness Like Never Before with Caress Forever Collection Body Washes
Showers are awesome things, right? You go in all sticky and sweaty and sometimes stinky, and then when you get out, you’re fresh, clean, and soft, and ready to face another day. They’re even better if you’ve got a great body wash. Take a look at the Caress Forever Collection body washes I was asked to review. Anyone who has ever used body wash knows that the purpose is to … [Read more...]
Give Your Bed an Instant Makeover with the All-Latex 2″ Mattress Topper from Invigo
Everyone wants a good night’s sleep, right? We sure do! Don’t you? If you’re looking for exceptional comfort for your back and body, then look NO further than this phenomenal 2″ all latex mattress topper from Invigo. It’s amazingly comfortable and perfect for those who’re looking for a restful night’s sleep. Who doesn’t want a restful night’s sleep, right? Invigo Mattress … [Read more...]
Zombie Fingers
Zombie Finger Ingredients 4 T low sodium soy sauce2 T rice wine vinegar4 cloves garlic, pressed1 green onion, thinly sliced1 T honey1 t fresh ginger, minced8 oz boneless, skinless chicken breast-cut into 1 inch strips (also sold sliced as “chicken tenderloins”)½ cup peanut flour4 T chopped peanuts¼ t paprika¼ t black pepperCooking spray Instructions In a large … [Read more...]
SPREAD SOME HOLIDAY CHEER WITH A SNOWMAN CAKE
I absolutely LOVE convenience, don’t you? I like to order things online, pick them up (or have them delivered), and then move on with my day. I’m not all about making my life more difficult standing in line behind 14 people to place an order, and then waiting for the order to be done, etc. So you can imagine how happy I was to review the Baskin‐Robbins Snowman Cake (um…I was … [Read more...]
Mentholatum Nighttime Vaporizing Chest Rub
When a child is sick with a cough and cannot sleep, life is difficult for everyone. That’s why The Mentholatum Company turned to a panel of moms to find out how they could help. They learned that sometimes nothing is more effective than a parent’s healing touch. But it can get even better when combined with a product specifically designed to help relieve coughs, soothe chest … [Read more...]
WITCHES FOR BREAKFAST
WITCHES FOR BREAKFAST RECIPE INGREDIENTS 4 whole grain toaster waffles (NutriGrain Eggo's)8 tablespoons peanut butter4 large rolls of fruit leather (from the produce department, not from the snack aisle)Assorted dried fruit bits INSTRUCTIONS Toast waffles.Spread 2 T peanut butter on each waffle.Cut fruit leather into a triangle for the witches hat. Use extra pieces … [Read more...]
PRESERVE PRECIOUS MEMORIES WITH GOPRO
As you know, Best Buy is the destination for the latest cameras and camcorders, including the new GoPro HERO+LCD. Um, if you have an adventurous dad, here’s the chance to get him this amazing piece of new technology just in time for Father’s Day! I’m sure by now you’ve heard of GoPro – there are some really amazing videos on both the Best Buy site and on YouTube of people … [Read more...]
(TY’S GIFT IDEA OF THE DAY) PHILIPS NORELCO VACUUM STUBBLE & BEARD TRIMMER PRO
Looking for that perfect Holiday gift that will keep him looking well-groomed? Well look no further as the Philips Norelco Vacuum Stubble and Beard Trimmer Pro offers everything he needs for an even precise cut. Whether he has a beard or mustache, he will definitely appreciate this stubble and beard trimmer as it will soon become his ultimate facial hair grooming kit this … [Read more...]
SMALL BEDROOM DECORATION TIPS
We all spend quite a bit of time in our bedrooms, right? Whether it’s done sleeping, relaxing, reading or something else. Nothing makes a bedroom more boring than lack of decorations, so they play a good part in a beautiful clean home’s looks and this room is no exception. The tips of this article are aimed at giving you an idea about possible ways you can make your bedroom … [Read more...]
Chicken Nachos
Prep time10 mins Cook time5 mins Total time15 mins Serves: 6 servings Ingredients ½ cup Pace Picante Sauce1 can (10¾ ounces) Campbell's Condensed Cheddar Cheese Soup2 cans (4.5 ounces each) Swanson Premium Chunk Chicken Breast in Water, drained1 bag (about 10 ounces) tortilla chipsChopped tomatoSliced green onion Instructions Sliced pitted ripe … [Read more...]
DIY REUSABLE DRYER SHEETS
I absolutely love pinching pennies and stretching my budget, don’t you? One thing I am not willing to sacrifice in exchange for saving a buck is soft and deliciously scented laundry. I need my fabric softener. BUT I have found a way to make it last longer and still get the same benefits and my favorite scents by watering it down a bit and using less in each load. How did I … [Read more...]