Many of my friends say, “the days of having cute and functional items in my wallet are over!” I harshly disagree with this as it’s one area I feel I CAN be stylish without it affecting my kids and their fingers. It’s not very often that I catch them in my purse, therefore, I can…
#backtoschool fall hair fashion :: andrea’s beau :: fall for bows :: review & coupon
I grew up with four brothers. I’ve always been outnumbered by boys. Having a girl has opened up a brand new, wonderful world for me. It’s the phenomenon of hair accessories. I firmly believe you can’t have too many hair accessories. Andrea’s Beau is a great place to build your collection of hair items….
simple #backtoschool meal tips :: keeping it real on a busy schedule
I think we would all agree at this point that what goes into our kids’ bodies for meal time affects how well they can concentrate at school. But how can we keep the food real despite the busy schedules…and having to pack it all EVERY. DAY. It can work. And it is so worth it….
don’t forget about mom :: review
School starts in 3 minutes and you live 3 minutes away. “We can make it! Go! Go! Go!” As you run out the door you realize that not only do you not have on matching shoes, you haven’t had time to brush your hair. “Forget the shoes,” you think, “but I cannot go out in…
learn while you listen with lori henriques’ new CD: the world is a curious place to live :: review and giveaway
We are big music fans at my house. Rarely do we embark on a journey, whether it be down the street to Target or 500 miles south to visit Gramma Judi and Papa Bob, without turning on some tunes. As a family of five, our music tastes are somewhat eclectic. My hubby and I love sharing our…
#backtoschool snack options from sara lee :: review and giveaway
I don’t know about you, but I like to mix things up for my kids when it comes to packing their lunch. I mean, how boring is it to open your lunch to find the same things day in and day out? I don’t know that my 7 year old really minds, but I think…
#backtoschool fashion starts with @kohls :: review and giveaway
My Adalynn is starting Pre-School this year. First year. Tears from me already. I can’t believe she is old enough! Right now, she is my little side-kick…and even though she is only going a few times a week, it’s still going to be quite an adjustment. I’m so happy for her though, she is beyond…
celebrate shark week in style :: review and giveaway
Watch out beach goers….it’s that time again — SHARK WEEK! Ah yes, the week that reminds you that you are not alone in the waters. The week that has you questioning the sanity of swimmers, divers, surfers and anyone else that sets foot in the ocean. But don’t worry, it only lasts a week and…
get your #backtoschool supplies at meijer :: most likely to…sweepstakes
Meijer is a local store here in Michigan and surrounding states. Meijer wants your kids to be all set for when school starts. They are having a photo contest until Sept 8th on what your child is most likely to do…. Does your child play imginatively and pretend what they will do when they grow…
get your #fallfashion at kickee pants :: review
You gotta love the name Kickee Pants. How fun? KicKee Pants is another great company you can get some fall fashion and back to school clothes for your kids. KicKee Pants is a family run, family oriented company. We create all our fabrications and styles based on the idea that children should feel unrestricted by…
style up your hair with sara olsen designs :: review
Bows, bows and more bows. That’s what we wear everyday. My daughter does not go out of the house without something in her hair. I have found the perfect bows. They are called Tuxedo bows from Sara Olsen Designs and I just love them! I have been purchasing her bows for a while now and…
#backtoschool fall fashion with keen footwear :: review
Soon it will be back to school for the kiddos. Keen is my go to shoes for my kids. They will need at least one pair a year. They last all year and then some. I still have my boots I reviewed in 2009. Best boots ever. Only reason they need new shoes is because…











