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Philips Norelco PowerTouch with Aquatec is perfect for my teen

aquatec norelco

My 16 year old son has been sporting facial hair for several years now. He first tried to rid himself of this teenage nemesis with a regular disposable razor and shaving cream but alas he has been cursed with his father's coarse facial hair and it didn't work out well. When he recently received the … [Continue Reading...]

Easy Grilled Sweet Corn with Herb Blossom Butter #recipe

herb blossom butter recipe

Is there anything more delicious than that first messy bite of fresh sweet corn on a hot summer day? I think not! Thanks to Florida growers, sweet corn is a staple in our home year round. Grilling season is our favorite though since making it now is as easy as tossing a few ears on the grill … [Continue Reading...]

Outdoor cooking just got easier with Stove In A Can

Stove In A Can

This is the neatest outdoor product! Stove In A Can - it's the portable stove... in a can! Created by Firefly Innovations, this self-contained cooking fire kit is the perfect product to have on hand for cooking emergencies!  The kit comes with four fuel cells that will each burn for about an hour. … [Continue Reading...]

SpiritHoodsKids PRO BLUE Tiger Hood – help an animal! #review

Both of my kids have a unique fashion sense. They wear clothes that really show who they are and I encourage them to do so. My tween daughter knows that accessories can really make an outfit and she is always on the lookout for just the right pieces.  The super fuzzy and completely adorable animal … [Continue Reading...]

Alright, who’s the slacker?

fresh chicken eggs

Our girls have been laying big beautiful fresh eggs this spring. This morning when I went out there were eight large brown and rosey hued eggs in the four nest boxes.  And, there was one teeny tiny speckled one.  I'm not sure who laid this little darling but isn't it cute! I just had to share :) … [Continue Reading...]

On Our Table

Bake Sale Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies

soft chocolate chip cookies

When I dropped my daughter off at basketball practice tonight, I realized that I had forgotten something. Everyone was carrying various trays and bags of cookies which reminded me that I was also supposed to bring 2 dozen cookies for this weekend's bake sale. Woops! A stop at the store, 2 hours, … [Read More...]

Glade® Inspired Creamy Coconut Milk Hot Chocolate

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One of my favorite ways to create a welcoming home during the holiday season, is to bake up a sweet holiday treat for my friends and family -- when I know they're stopping by for a visit. There is really nothing so comforting as stepping into someone's home from the freezing outdoors and smelling … [Read More...]

Family Traditions – Cream Cheese Filled Pumpkin Roll Recipe #CanonPIXMA

pumpkin rolls with burlap gift tag

This is a sponsored conversation inspired by the Canon PIXMA MG7120. All thoughts and opinions are genuine and 100% my own. For more information on the new Canon Wireless Inkjet Photo All-In-One printers, visit usa.canon.com/pps. One of my daughter’s very favorite autumn treats is pumpkin roll. … [Read More...]

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Home & Garden

diy rustic wheel herb container garden project

DIY Rustic Wheel Herb Garden How-To #MiracleGroProject

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Miracle-Gro for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. Gardening should be fun!  I love to … [Read More...]

my weekly menu board

DIY Photo Frame Menu Board with Fellowes Saturn2 95 Laminator

I know I have been saying it a LOT, but it is almost time for our kids to go back to school! Nine more days until the big day! We have been getting … [Read More...]

Family Moments

Dinosaur Park 1988 - Rapid City, South Dakota

Dad and The Giant Dinosaur :: Throw Back Thursday #tbt

I have wanted to participate in Throwback Thursday for a while now, but I always forget! Not today! I dug out some old photos and hope to remember to … [Read More...]

recipe book from a mini photo album

Preserve Memories with a DIY Photo Album Recipe Book #CanonPIXMA

This is a sponsored conversation inspired by the Canon PIXMA MG7120. All thoughts and opinions are genuine and 100% my own. For more information on … [Read More...]