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Goals: My 2013-2014 Workout Record #gettingfit #fitness
I am kicking my butt into gear and holding myself accountable by keeping track with this workout record. I'll be keeping notes below each workout table and just using this post throughout the year as a tool to hopefully keep myself motivated. And, to remind myself that I can do it! While I am … [Continue Reading...]
Wordless Wednesday – Hubby’s Haircut #ww
I can't believe that I forgot to share this with you all! Last month, hubby came home with a HAIRCUT! You may think, so what's the big deal? Well, Chris has had hair halfway down his back for as long as I've known him. I don't think he's had short hair since he was in high school over 20 years ago. … [Continue Reading...]
A Carrot Cake for Moms 60th Birthday
Unbelievably, my mom turned 60 on Saturday! I can't wrap my brain around it because for some reason my mom lives perpetually at the age of 38 in my mind. So for my forever 38 mom's birthday, we invited her over for scalloped potatoes, salad and her favorite dessert -- carrot cake. I make carrot cake … [Continue Reading...]
Green Giant Veggie Snack Chips are a Giant Surprise!
When I was younger, I loved snacking on chips. Over the years, my tastes have changed and while I will eat the occasional chip, I no longer enjoy them like I used to. That is until now! Green Giant has a Giant Surprise that I'm excited to share with you -- the new Green Giant Veggie Chips! Now … [Continue Reading...]
Chase away the sniffles with the White Cloud Ultimate Comfort Sweeps!
This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of White Cloud for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. In the time between changing season, we are so often fighting off both the beginning of spring allergies and the end of winter flu. It can be an exhausting time of year, especially for moms … [Continue Reading...]
On Our Table
Glade® Inspired Creamy Coconut Milk Hot Chocolate
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...]
Welch’s Share Your Moments + PB&J Cookies! #Sharewhatsgood
I participated in a campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for Welch's. I received product samples to facilitate my review, and a promotional item as a thank you for participating. This photograph of my cousin, daughter and son at his graduation party in July makes me smile every time I see … [Read More...]
Recipe : Mini Meatloaf Muffin Cups
Sometimes, dinner pops up when you least expect it! Last week, I was busy getting my new computer all set up and before I knew it, everyone was asking what was for dinner! Dinner was "supposed" to be meatloaf, but I had forgotten to make the loaf and put it in the oven an hour earlier. So, Mini … [Read More...]
Home & Garden
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...]
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
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...]
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...]
