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Scholastic Mother Daughter Book Club Giveaway: 6 Books and a $50 VISA Gift Card

“Mom, what should I read next?” is a common question from my children, especially my girls. We all have similar tastes in books, and we like to get recommendations and ideas...

A Quick “Everyday Treat” with COOL WHIP Whipped Topping

        Thank you COOL WHIP for sponsoring this post. Join us on Facebook for inspiration and recipes for everyday treats. What you add makes it....

Win Orville Rendenbacher’s SmartPop! and Begin Your Own “Healthy Snacking Challenge”

Last week I shared that my family and I are taking part in a “Healthy Snacking Challenge” with Orville Redenbacher’s. This means we’ve swapped out many of our...

Could You Use a Little #ChopInspiration? {Twitter Party & Prizes}

I think nearly 70% of the meal ideas I use at home come from the internet. Cooking isn’t something that comes naturally to me, so I need all the inspiration I can get! Anytime I find...

Mother’s Day Gift Idea: The VTech LS6475-3 Multitasking Home Phone System

Everyone who knows me knows how hard it is to get me on the phone. Frankly, I don’t like to stop what I’m doing to have a conversation, and as a busy mom of 5, it seems...

Who Won and What I Learned from the SAFESKIN® Kids Sport Wrap Giveaway

Last week I announced a very quick giveaway for a $100 Walmart gift card from SAFESKIN® Kids Sport Wrap. I’m happy to announce that reader Liz N. was the winner. Congratulations to...

We’re Taking the Orville Redenbacher’s “Healthy Snacking Challenge”

When I think about my family’s snacking habits, it seems we all have a different “Snacking Profile:” My 4yo son is what I call a “grazer” – he’d...

CLOSED: Win a Sleep Sanctuary Kit & $100 VISA Gift Card from the “Stop Sleeping Around” Campaign

Did you know there is an organization called the Better Sleep Council, and no, it’s not made up of moms begging their babies to sleep through the night or wives forcing husbands to...

Sears Celebrates Prom Season with a #PersonalShopper Twitter Party

This past weekend was my oldest daughter’s Senior Prom, and it was a magical moment seeing how beautiful she looked. There were a lot of anxious moments leading up to that day...

CLOSED: Win a $100 Walmart Gift Card from SAFESKIN® Kids Sport Wrap

Two years ago, my 15yo daughter had a freak accident that left her ankle badly fractured. The injury occurred close to the growth plate, and although she didn’t ultimately need pins...

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