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Decorating a Baby Nursery for Sleep – Tips from Paige Rien

Nursery Decor

When you’re planning your baby’s nursery decor, sleep probably isn’t the first thing you’re thinking about. Coordinating colors? Which brand of crib to purchase?  Sure.  How to plan your decor around your baby’s sleep? Not so much.  But maybe you should be thinking about sleep. … [Continue Reading...]

Hens Clutch – Friday #Giveaway Linky 11/08 – 11/15

It's Friday and I am looking forward to the weekend! We have just about a week left before we become grandparents for the first time {EEEEEEEEEEEK!} and we are all on high alert just waiting and waiting for our granddaughter to arrive... ooooh so exciting!! While we wait, why not check out my recent … [Continue Reading...]

Have a delicious Perry’s Ice Cream Party

Perry's Ice Cream Party giveaway

Remember that Ice Cream Party I had a few weeks ago? Well, Perry's Ice Cream doesn't want to leave you out in the cold! A lucky winner is going to receive a prize pack worthy of a party! Perry's Ice Cream is creamy and delicious and with over 75 different flavors, you will find all of your old … [Continue Reading...]

Walmart 12 Days of Giving helps local nonprofits

This post brought to you by Walmart. All opinions are 100% mine. It's the season of giving and Walmart is again opening up nominations for their annual 12 Days of Giving! If you live in the United States and know of a local non-profit that benefits your community, now is your chance to give back! … [Continue Reading...]

Get creative with The Art of Silliness author Carla Sonheim

The Art of Silliness

Hello! My name is Carla Sonheim and I am the author of a new book, "The Art of Silliness: A Creativity Book for Everyone." Today I'd like to talk a little bit about creativity, drawing, and... silliness! Being creative enriches our lives. Besides the more "serious" benefits such as developing … [Continue Reading...]

On Our Table

Easy Weeknight Dinner: Simple Cheese Ravioli Bacon & Peas

cheese Ravioli bacon and peas

I was going to make regular old frozen ravioli with jarred pasta sauce for a quick dinner last Wednesday, but there was no sauce to be found in the cupboard. When I stumbled upon the package of bacon buried in the freezer, I knew I had to do something with it -- must eat the bacon... And, yes... I … [Read More...]

Silk Pumpkin Pie Bread Pudding Recipe #SilkHoliday

pumpkin pie bread pudding

My son and I are both lactose sensitive. While we don't often let that stop us from enjoying our favorite foods, I do try to make them without adding unnecessary milk. That's where Silk comes into the picture. We both enjoy drinking Silk products in smoothies and on their own -- especially the … [Read More...]

Cranberry Pumpkin Crunch Dessert : Baking with #PAMSmartTips

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of PAM Cooking Spray. It's my favorite time of year! The weather is cooler, the holidays are coming and I get to bake delicious food to share with my friends and family!  I've had this Pumpkin Crunch recipe stashed away in my Gramma's recipe … [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...]