This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #CollectAtWalmart #CollectiveBiasCollect to Win at Walmart is back! Now through November 1st when you purchase specially marked packages of Family Size OREO, Family Size CHIPS AHOY!, Family Size RITZ, and Mystery OREO you have the chance to win one of over a MILLION in prizes! Prizes include up to a $10,000 Walmart gift cards and free VUDU rentals! Just scratch and collect the game pieces … [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...]
11 Diaper Bag Must Have Items
This post has been sponsored by Gerber Childrenswear. All opinions are my own. Yours may differ.My children are all spaced about 3-4 years apart. Since there is such a large spacing it seems that when I have a baby and it comes time to pack my diaper bag, I always forget all the things I need. It usually happens that I'm out in public with my baby and something that happens that triggers my "ah ha" moment in which I suddenly remember things I need and don't have to remedy the situation. … [Read more...]
Grocery Shopping Made Easy with Online Grocery by Walmart
This post contains sponsored content. All opinions and experiences are my won, yours may differ.With Winter swiftly blowing into town and temperatures dropping, staying indoors is my goal. I've got Christmas music playing, seasonal scents cooking in my crockpot and I just want to stay warm and indoors with my kids. Recently, I learned about from Walmart in which you shop for all your grocery needs on a , purchase the groceries, set a time to pick it up and then park in a designated parking … [Read more...]
Baked Spaghetti Pie
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #CampaignHashtag #CollectiveBiasOne of the best things about combining two households after marriage is acquiring new recipe ideas from your spouse. When my husband and I were dating I would eat at his house a lot. This helped me learn some of his favorite meals that his Mom would make. Luckily, his Mom also had assembled two cookbooks of their favorite recipes and other yummy things to … [Read more...]
Stock Up to Avoid the Oops
Thanks to SheSpeaks and Walmart.com for helping my family Avoid the Oops with this sponsored post. All opinions are my own.There are several household items that definitely need to be stored in bulk. Running out of things like toothpaste, toilet paper or dish soap is a problem. Having extras of these items, and other household staples like paper towels, body wash, and dental floss, keep us sane. I like to always purchase two of these things when we go to the store to ensure that we are … [Read more...]
Cut the Cable – Save Money
This post has been sponsored by Walmart.Did you know that the average cable customer gets 178 channels but only watches 17? Chances are you aren't watching the majority of the channels you are receiving, so why pay for those channels? This is the major reason to cut your cable and save some money in the process. How do you begin to cut the cable? Visit the cut the cable calculator to see how much your cable costs compared to broadband internet and a streaming service like Netflix and … [Read more...]
Stock Up for Emergency Preparedness
Thank you to SheSpeaks/Walmart for sponsoring this post. All opinions are my own.We are all about being prepared, including preparing for emergencies at our house. Our emergency preparedness supplies cover anything from big disasters to small things we just have to get through. We have been so grateful for our emergency supplies of food, toiletries, first aid supplies, detergent, soap, extra blankets, water and even treats. While we haven't encountered a big disaster, there are times when … [Read more...]
Walmart: Taking Care of Car and Home
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #DropShopAndOil #CollectiveBiasWith three children I like to be efficient with my time. This is why I always take my car to Walmart for an oil change with Pennzoil. Walmart lets me maximize my time by taking care of my home and car at the same time. While the experts in the automotive care center work on my car, I can care for my family by doing my household shopping. It's time to … [Read more...]
Target Practice with Air Storm Firetek Bow
Thank you to Walmart for sponsoring this discuss. All opinions are my own.Every year as the holidays approach we look forward to going to a local store to sit on Santa's lap and play with the toys they have out. There is always a booth set up with wooden ducks to shoot down with a bow like this one pictured. My kids have always loved playing with that toy. When the Air Storm Firetek Bow that Walmart sent me showed up at my house I knew everyone was going to be so excited. Before I even let … [Read more...]
Dinosaurs Aren’t Extinct – Meet Boomer
I received a complimentary product and compensation for sharing this post. All opinions are my own.Meet Boomer! He is an interactive dinosaur from Zoomer. Think dinosaurs are extinct? Think again. Boomer is a very real dinosaur that will interact with you and has a mind of his own! Although he has a remote control, you can control Boomer with hand gestures and at times he can't be controlled. Watch out because Boomer does get angry and will chomp his teeth, roar and spin!Boomer is … [Read more...]
Ride-On Toys Should be on Your Christmas List
I received product and compensation to help with this review, however, all opinions are completely my own.I know it's December, the weather is bad most places and it's freezing cold!!! Regardless, I think ride-on toys should be on every parents shopping list. Ride-on toys are perfect gifts and here's why:They are fun for the whole family!I love toys that encourage active play. Most ride-on toys are appropriate for a wide range of ages and even work for adults. The Razor A Kick … [Read more...]
Disney’s Palace Pets – A Look at Licensed Toys
I have teamed up with Walmart to discussed their Top 20 Holiday Toy list. Even though product and compensation was received, all opinions are completely my own. When it comes to clothes, backpacks, accessories, school supplies and any other non-toy item, I do not purchase licensed (movie characters) things. When it comes to toys, however, my kids love certain movies and shows and so of course they want the toys and I allow it.Disney Princess Palace Pets are one of these … [Read more...]
Sew Cool Sewing Machine – One of Walmart’s Top 20 Toys
I received a free toy plus compensation for this review, however, all opinions are completely my own.I didn't get my first sewing machine until I was 22 and graduating from college. Even then I didn't know how to use it. Luckily I had some friends that were willing to go slow and help me and plenty of blogs with tutorials got me through my beginning stages. I think my daughter is pretty lucky to be getting Spin Master's Sew Cool Sewing Machine ($29.99) at the age of 9. This threadless … [Read more...]
