I created this post as part of a campaign by Teva Pharmaceuticals. I received an American Express gift card for participating A couple of months ago I introduced you all to the website More to Migraine and shared with you my story about realizing I was a migraine sufferer. I went un-diagnosed for several years,… Keep Reading
Star Wars The Force Awakens — A Simple Party
Who went to see the movie “Star Wars–The Force Awakens” in the theater? We did! We took the whole family all the way up to Syracuse NY (an hour away) during the holiday break just to see it on the big, IMAX screen. It was a great time–even Princess (who never really paid attention when… Keep Reading
Batman vs Superman — Choose Your Hero with Walmart!
Batman vs Superman. What could be more epic than that? (. . .Maybe the fact that Wonderwoman is in the movie too??? I loved that show when I was a kid. I even had Wonderwoman Underoos!) I haven’t had a chance to see the movie yet, but the folks I know who have been loved… Keep Reading
Dealing with Rosacea (plus care package giveaway!)
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Prosacea for IZEA. All opinions are 100% mine. One day, about two years ago, I looked in the mirror and realized “Dang. I have Rosacea.” I had grown up knowing what rosacea is because my mom has it. She had a redness or ruddiness… Keep Reading
Yum Yum Pasta Salad and New Products
I love trying new stuff. As a Walmart Mom I frequently get the opportunity to check out new products and give my feedback. Recently Walmart asked if I’d like to take part in a series to explore some of the new products they are rolling out in stores. How fun is that? Of course I… Keep Reading
Dealing with Pet Odors and Stains
I’m a dog person. I grew up in a house with both hunting dogs and a house dog. My husband grew up in a home with dogs. We’ve both had dogs in the past. Which is why in 2009 it seemed like a natural thing once the kids were both school age to add a… Keep Reading
Step into Spring with Walmart Fashion
Spring is on it’s way, and with the warmer weather comes lighter, brighter clothing! Walmart asked me to “Step into Spring” and check out the latest Walmart Spring Fashions in store. I’ve got three Walmarts near me (well, if you call 30 minutes away in different directions “near”), so I headed out to the more… Keep Reading
Kitchen Windowsill Herb Garden
This time of year is such a tease when you live in Upstate New York. One day it will be drizzly and 38, a few days later you’ll get some 65 and sunny weather that will lull you into dragging out your shorts. Then next thing you know *bam* back to the low 30’s and… Keep Reading
Build an Easter Basket at Walmart — For a teen!
Easter is on it’s way! We love celebrating the religious and family aspects of the holiday by attending church, reading the story of Jesus’s death and resurrection and sharing a meal together as a family. But we also enjoy the more secular traditions of decorating eggs, getting Easter baskets and indulging in a bit too… Keep Reading
Surprise Sugar Cookies
Baking can be such a creative outlet–sort of like arts and crafts you can share and eat! This year for Easter, Walmart challenged me to come up with a new idea using some of the ideas on the Walmart “Celebrations” page for Easter as inspiration. It’s a great page with lots of super cute (but… Keep Reading