Kids lose stuff. It is inevitable. It is only week two back at school here in our neck of the woods, and we are already down two items. Honestly, what would schools do without that giant folding table laid out end to end with lost things at the end of the year? (Answer: have a…
transform your tv into an android device with biggifi :: review
Have you ever wished you could take all of those cool apps from your phone or tablet and blow them up on your big screen TV instead? Watch movies from your Netflix app or videos from YouTube on a screen you can actually see? Play the ultimate game of Temple Run with your kids? Now…
the day that changed us forever :: 9/11 :: #Honor911
#Honor911 Why do we commemorate 9/11? For me, it’s how I preserve the memory of those who were killed, I want to honor the many brave men and women that sacrificed their lives whether they were in the building at work or first responders, and I am so proud to be an American and associated with the…
she’s back!! and let’s also welcome a new line to american girl :: information
When I was a young girl, I had a doll I loved. I toted her along with me everywhere. My mom had ordered her from an 800 number and it became a treasure for us both. Not only was she a gorgeous doll, she was filled with memories. Memories that I still have to this…
more multicultural children’s songs from ella jenkins :: review + giveaway
Over the past couple years I have shared a few of the Smithsonian Folkways albums with our readers. It was fun to find out that one of my family’s favorite Smithsonian Folkways artists, Ella Jenkins, holds the distinction of having had their most popular release with her “Multicultural Children’s Songs” album from 1995. In celebration…
get your photos printed at canvas champ :: review + giveaway
I love preserving our memories on canvas. It is such a fun and gorgeous way to share your photos around the house. How do you chose which photo to print on canvas? This part for me is easy. When I do a photo session of my kids and looking through the photos, there is always…
enhance your lashes with new blinc black lash primer :: review
It was over a year ago when I first shared blinc and their AMAZING mascara with you all. I still love my blinc mascara and it is the only brand I use anymore. Fellow contact wearers, and those of you with sensitive eyes take note :: it has never flaked on me and gotten into…
#backtoschool roundup… all the amazing products in one place!
Can you believe it? Another summer vacation has come and gone! With the kiddos back in school, I’m sure there are many sighs of relief mingled with a few tears as we watch our little ones go on to the next grade. I may not have a child in school yet, but this mama heart…
god is always good :: thomas nelson :: review
The most important thing that I can do as a mom is to instill a love for God in my child. I want him to see the love I have for God and know that it is real. Am I perfect? No… Is life perfect? No… But God is! I enjoyed the book God is…
Conni Kids :: waterproof underwear & bed pad :: potty training :: bed wetting solution :: review + giveaway
If you are about to embark on any toilet training adventures, Conni Kids is going to get you set up for success. Do you have a bed wetter? I have more experience then I wish I did, and the Conni Kids absorbent bed pad is a product we CANNOT live without. The tackers underwear and bed…
RW Garcia for snacktime #backtoschool :: review
Let’s talk chips! You know you all love chips. My question is are they truly healthy? Let’s just say they can be when you are talking about RW Garcia chips. This innovative chip company, RW Garcia, has been re-shaping the way that kids and adults snack with their irresistible non-GMO corn chips in unique flavors…
duct tape mania :: kid craft {interview} + giveaway
My kids love crafts so when this book came in, I handed it to my daughter and said, “Have fun!” She’s been crafting since then. I stopped her to ask her a few questions about the book and she said she’d like to do a little interview. So…here’s an 8 year old’s review of the…











