I have been blessed with kids who like eating fruits and vegetables. I don’t recall ever having to push them to eat more fresh produce. I credit part of this to always having a variety of fruits and vegetables available for them to enjoy. I also believe that showing them different ways to enjoy their “normal” fruits and vegetables by presenting them in different ways (i. e. frozen, dehydrated, etc.) keeps them interested and wanting to try more. I recently discovered a company called Just Read more [...]

My Husband’s good friend has a lake house. They have a beautiful dock that runs from the beach out to the lake. On the dock, they have a variety of water toys for the adults to “play” with, but only a few for young kids. As we were planning our annual 4th of July trip there, I decided to get a water toy for the younger kids to play with. I contacted ToySplash and they were happy to help. For our review, ToySplash sent us a Giant Turtle Pool Ride-On inflatable toy. ToySplash has a Read more [...]

This year, I have really been focusing on living a healthier lifestyle. I have learned a lot and discovered some wonderful companies with products that support healthy living. Today, I want to share one of those companies with you, it’s called COOLA.. For my review, I received Face & Body Sunscreen from the COOLA PLANT UV line and Clear Recovery Foam face Wash. We all know that using sunscreen is important to our health. What I recently learned though is that most OTC sunscreens contain Read more [...]

My Sister-in-law makes the most adorable meals for her little girl. Her sandwiches are usually shaped like a cute little critter, fruits and veggies are also in fun shapes and there is always a charming treat.  She is so creative. I on the other hand, am not that artistic. I am usually in a rush during meal prepping time. I am focused more on getting the meal to the table than how it looks. My daughters have seen photos of my niece’s meals and of course they want the pretty food…heck, I do Read more [...]

Next week will be my last Nutrisystem update. It’s bitter sweet. Having the opportunity to participate in this program has been a HUGE blessing. It has changed my life in MANY ways...not just weight loss. I will forever be grateful to Nutrisystem. My measurements this week show a loss of 1.5 pounds. This brings my weight loss total to 56.5 pounds. I only have 3.5 pounds to go! I received a very special package from Nutrisystem this week. It had Nutribears in it. When you participate in Read more [...]

Both of my daughters are taking swim lessons. It’s a fun way for them to burn off some of their extra energy and learn water safety skills at the same time. The only negative aspect of swim lessons is that their long fine hair tangles around their swim goggles.  It was a normal event for me to have to rip hair out of their heads as they screamed and cried when we tried to remove goggles after a swim lesson. That painful practice came to an end when I stumbled upon Gogglies. For our review, Read more [...]

As my time with Nutrisystem is coming to an end, I find myself having mixed emotions. I am both enthusiastic and nervous for what lies ahead. One day I feel confident and determined. While other days, I am filled with apprehension and melancholy. I am excited to finally live life feeling comfortable with my body. I am thrilled to finally be able to get dressed without crying. I am delighted to be able to play with my kids and keep up with them. I love the look in my Husband’s eyes when I Read more [...]

I have two passions right now- fashion and getting things for a great deal. I can do both of these at Very Jane. If you’re not familiar with Very Jane, it is a website that offers daily deals on boutique products. They have clothing, accessories, party supplies, home decor, baby items and more. Typically, Very Jane’s deals are up to 75% off the original retail price. Amazing savings, right! For my review, Very Jane sent me a  Semi Sheer Chevron Print Shirt. I was ecstatic when I found a Read more [...]

Within this last year, I have become aware of an increasing number of people who are following a gluten-free diet. Some have switched to a gluten free diet because of health reasons, while others are choosing a gluten free diet in hopes of weight loss or in support of a friend/family member. Whatever the reason, the market for gluten free products is growing and will continue to do so. In my daughter’s kindergarten class, three (of 21) students were on gluten-free diets. That meant all class Read more [...]

As most of you know, I have spent this last year focusing on living a healthier life. I am learning how to prioritize exercise in my busy schedule, remove products with toxic ingredients, reduce stressors and make better food choices. It seems like everyone has a different opinion on what is a “healthy” product and what is “bad for you”. Navigating through the information is a lot of work, but the infinite health rewards make it worth my time! I recently discovered a food source that is Read more [...]