Valentine's Day is my jam. I LOVE creating new, homemade, printable cards for my kids to take to school for their parties. As a result, I have an awesomely huge selection for you to choose from if you are also interested in DIY Valentines. Check out all my candy and non-candy options below. I also have some awesome recipes, crafts and fun odds and ends. I will update this list as my new Valentines get published! Happy Valentine's Day! DIY Valentine Cards What is better than gummy bears and … [Read more...]
Gululu Interactive Water Bottle Makes Hydration Fun
It seems I am always telling my kids (and husband) to drink more water. They all get so dry in the winter months and so I have to keep reminding them that drinking adequate amounts of water will help them. My kids especially forget to drink water throughout the day and so when they are home I keep reminding them. When I learned about the Gululu Interactive Water Bottle I was really interested and impressed. Talk about seeing a need and filling it.The Gululu is an interactive water bottle … [Read more...]
HUGE Troll Hunters Giveaway
This post is in partnership with DreamWorks Animation. However, all opinions are 100% my own. Huge Trollhunters Giveaway Are you a Trollhunters fan or even a Funko Collector? Then this giveaway is right up your alley because I've partnered up with Dreamworks to bring you this Huge Trollhunters Giveaway!! Guillermo Del Toro’s Trollhunters Part 2 premieres exclusively on Netflix December 15 Jim ventures deeper into the Troll world to battle the vicious leader of the Darklands, while … [Read more...]
Preparing to Become a Caregiver
This post is sponsored by Depend.Life is full of changes every day. As we age we find ourselves with new and different responsibilities. Sometimes those responsibilities involve becoming a caregiver for a loved one. Becoming a caregiver can be quite stressful on many levels, but there are ways to prepare yourself to handle it with ease, and provide the best care that you can for that special person.OrganizeTo keep things running smoothly when your loved one is dependent on you be … [Read more...]
Easy Ways to Give Back During the Holiday Season
This post was sponsored by Huggies as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own.While giving back to our community, those in need and even your family and friends should be a daily thing, it seems like it's much easier to do during the holidays. In addition, some companies offer special give back perks during this time of year that are fun to take part in. My family always thinks of ways that we can serve others and give back … [Read more...]
The Deep Prize Pack Giveaway
The Deep follows the Nekton family—a brilliant team of underwater explorers. With state-of-the-art technology and an unquenchable thirst for discovery, the Nektons explore the mysterious depths of the ocean, where most of our world lies unexplored and unexplained. The series is currently airing on the Universal Kids Network, Monday-Thursday at 7:00 p.m. ET. You can also stream seasons one and two on Netflix now.I have sat in on my kids watching a couple of these episodes and they are a lot … [Read more...]
A Very QDOBA Christmas {Party}
I received complimentary product for review purposes. All opinions are my own. Yours may differ.This year I started planning a White Elephant gift exchange party in the middle of November. Surprisingly, just a few days after I decided to have the party and started planning the details I got an email from QDOBA inviting me to try out their catering for an event I was having. Serendipitously, my new white elephant party, in it's baby stages, just got a caterer! Here are all the reasons why … [Read more...]
Teach My Giveaway
Teach My GiveawayThis great giveaway is sponsored by Teach My and hosted by Life with Heidi. A few years ago I introduced you to Teach My, a company dedicated to making fun activities for children to help them learn. Take a look at the previous review to learn about the Teach My Baby, Teach my Toddler and Teach My Preschooler sets. Now the sets are getting more detailed by talking about Baby Animals, The Solar System, Time and Continents and Animals. But now they have a new kit and it is … [Read more...]
Evgie Wall Decals Giveaway
This information is brought to you by Evgie Wall Decals. All opinions are my own.Once December is over, life slows down a little. It's a great time to work on a project that has been on hold for a while. Maybe you want to redecorate a room, or you are expecting a baby, and it's time to decorate a nursery. Anytime you need to decorate a room - it can be a lot of work - but not when you use wall decals from EvgieNev.Wall Decals from EvgieNev are easy to apply, and in just a few hours you … [Read more...]
Cold Weather Travel Tips You Need This Winter
Are you planning a trip to Canada soon? Chances are that you aren’t traveling somewhere cold just to curl up in front of a cozy fireplace and watch the snowfall. Odds are good you are you’re going to want to spend some time outside at some point. Canada has amazing outdoor activities such as walking, hiking, skiing, snow shoeing, or just sitting by an outside bonfire.To help you get ready for your winter Canadian (or any winter) trip, here are some packing tips. Below the packing tips I … [Read more...]
JOJO SIWA: MY WORLD DVD Giveaway
This fun movie follows Nickelodeon star JoJo Siwa on the road to her first concert performance and is full of exciting extras and bonus features!Fun facts about JoJo Siwa:20M followers across social media Girl power advocate Her dog, BowBow, has over 1 million Instagram followersI'm happy to offer TWO winners this DVD that is exclusively at Walmart. Winners will be verified, emailed and have 48 hours to respond or a new winner will be chosen! Good luck!a Rafflecopter … [Read more...]
5 Reasons to Visit Winterfest at Worlds of Fun
A new holiday festivity at Worlds of Fun in Kansas City, Winterfest, is sure to be a new holiday tradition. My family was invited by Worlds of Fun to visit and join in the fun during this holiday season. We had only been to Worlds of Fun two times previously, and that was more than 3 years ago, so we were very excited. There is so much to do and experience, let me break it down for you with these 10 reasons to visit Winterfest at Worlds of Fun. Lights First of all, the park is all lit up. … [Read more...]
Holiday Preparation Tips
'Tis the season for holiday get-togethers. I really enjoy Christmas parties, however it's such a busy time of year I worry about forgetting something. I am elbow deep into holiday party planning. Because I feel like a crazy Mom I have list after list to ensure that every detail is thought about and my party goes off without a hitch. Since I'm half way down the road of holiday prep, I thought it only fair I share some tips I've learned as I get my home ready. Here are my holiday prep tips. … [Read more...]
A Dog and Pony Show DVD Giveaway
I'm so excited to be giving away a copy of this darling, heartwarming story. This uproarious family comedy tells the story of Dede, a famous performing circus dog who gets left behind when her show leaves town. She’s discovered by Billy, a lonely city kid who’s just moved to a ranch nearby. Billy decides to adopt the vain and arrogant dog, but will she get along with the farm’s eccentric critters, including a sleep-deprived rooster, a gassy cow, and a hypochondriac horse? And can Dede outwit … [Read more...]
Geelong adventures for all ages
Geelong is the place to be for holidaying and for those considering a sea change. Not only does it boast ocean living but is the second largest city on Victoria, meaning there are ample facilities and activities for temporary visitors or long term residents. Read below for a raft of fun family activities in Geelong and its surrounds so your next getaway is not spent trying to find a babysitter.As a waterfront location, the city centre of Geelong boasts dining, shopping and ocean views, all … [Read more...]
