Had you noticed that there is a new Star Wars movie coming out on December 18th? How cool is that! I always enjoyed the original trilogy (although I wasn’t a fanatic)–and I tried to enjoy episodes 1-3. Somehow those were harder to get into–I think because you already knew Anakin was going to turn out… Keep Reading
BTS Style for Boys
Back to school clothes. With a fashion conscious teenage girl in the house it can be a trial. Luckily for me, boys are a bit easier, especially 12 year old boys. Walmart sent me in store to take a look at their back to school fashions. Since Princess was out of town, Buddy and I… Keep Reading
Chicken Spinach Alfredo
Are you always looking for simple to make but delicious meals for your family? Meals that don’t use any crazy ingredients and that can be put together on a busy weeknight? Well then you are going to love this Chicken Spinach Alfredo that I created for Walmart’s Simple Meals! My family really enjoyed this tasty… Keep Reading
Pick it up with Dyson
I am not a stellar housekeeper. Seriously. I know sometimes a blogger can give the impression of having a perfect life. A perfect house, perfect kids, perfect food. Ha! So not true. For the most part you guys get to see the pretty bits–carefully cleaned, lit and photographed. The truth is I make time for… Keep Reading
Back to School Supplies for Highschool
How can I possibly have a child starting highschool this year? It feels like it wasn’t that long ago that I was in highschool myself. . . although considering I was the class of ’90, well, I just don’t even want to count out the years. Maybe I have a faulty memory, but I don’t… Keep Reading
Looks: Daytime to Date Night!
I love a writing assignment that makes me look at something I normally wouldn’t. This month Walmart asked how I would take a “Daytime” outfit and as a busy back to school mom on the go switch it up with minimal fuss for a “Date Night” with the hubs. Interesting thought eh? Well first I… Keep Reading
Easy Decorated Lunchbags
Sometimes it’s nice to add a little fun to your kids lunches. Sure you could make checkerboard sandwiches or easy sandwich rolls to spice things up, but how about decorating their lunchbags! I created these quick, easy and inexpensive ideas for Walmart to celebrate back to school! I promise–I know how busy we all are,… Keep Reading
Yankee Candles at Walmart! Really!
There is just something special about candle light. Romantic dinners start with the lights off and diners bathed in soft candle glow. Faiths of all kind light candles to symbolize mystery, prayers, and those who have gone before us. A candle in the window has been a sign of welcome throughout the centuries. . …. Keep Reading
Fun new products from Ball. . .And International Can It Forward Day!
I just love canning! There is something about “Putting Up” meat, vegetables and fruits that makes me feel so accomplished. I like knowing exactly what went into every batch–where the food came from and how it was made. And of course there is the fact that it just tastes awesome! You can’t talk about canning… Keep Reading
Fishing — Media Free Fun Time
I admit it. I’m not a fisherman. Fisherwoman. Whatever. I’ve never really felt a huge thrill tossing a line into the water and hoping something will bite. Yankee Bill is better than I am, he enjoys casting a line in occasionally. He’s not fanatical–he says to be a real fisherman you have to get up… Keep Reading
