As a pet owner, I can emphatically say that we truly love our pets.  We actually live on a dairy farm so animals are quite important in our every day life.  My husband really enjoys milking and taking care of his cows.  This summer, the kids have big plans to add some bunnies and chickens to our family.  Of course, no farm would be complete without a gaggle of cats running around.  But for now, our main pets happen to be our dogs.  Growing up, I always wanted a little pup to grow up with me Read more [...]

Last week, we had some 60 degree weather that really made me realize Spring is truly around the corner.  Sure, it IS Minnesota so it's not too crazy to expect another snowstorm yet but we all caught the Spring fever bug that made the kids begging to wear shorts and sandals.  So as I started taking stock of what the kids had and what's been outgrown or worn out, I realized that several of us needed sandals.  So today, I'm excited to share Gold Pigeon Shoes with you! Sending a big thank you to Read more [...]

Just in case you didn't get your fill of sweets on Valentine's Day, The Gift Box Company's line of Sweets Gift Box is offering up some delicious choices!  This monthly subscription service allows subscribers to choose from any of their box line up themes with currently includes: SweetsGiftBox, PetGiftBox, and PawPack but they are working on adding even more options soon! Sending a big thank you to The Gift Box Company for sending us a Sweets Gift Box! As soon as the kids saw the box, they Read more [...]

Have you ever given a gift that was almost as much for yourself as it was for the receiver?  I'm going to have to sheepishly raise my hand as I've done that several times over the years to my husband.  Thankfully, he doesn't mind and actually enjoys giving me a hard time about some of the gifts since he knew my motive behind it.  Well, another one of those gifts that is just as much for the entire family as it is for our sweet little Angel is her monthly Pet Gift Box! Sending a big thank you Read more [...]

Sending a big thank you to Oribel for sending us these fun VertiPlay Toys for review. If there is one thing I don't need, it's more clutter on my floor.  Don't get me wrong.  I know my kids enjoy their toys and I'm not going to go crazy and throw everything out (even though the thought has crossed my mind).  It's just that I really get excited when companies come up with other options too.  One company in particular that has offered a variety of innovative items just so happens to be Oribel.  Read more [...]

The world is filled with technology and no matter how much I try to personally avoid it, it's always there!  We have a television but are standing firm in our resolve to not actually have any channels, Netflix, or any other method of streaming in channels or movies.  So that means that our kiddos can watch a DVD from time to time but that's it.  It allows my husband and I to monitor what is allowed, limits marketing that our kids are exposed to, and helps keep us grounded as a family. So while Read more [...]

Valentine's Day is a day known for love, kindness, gifts, and sweet treats, seemingly, no matter what age you are!  Back when I was in school, I remember taping chocolate hearts or some other candy to my Valentine cards to hand out to the class.  It was always quite awesome picking up my "mailbox" and feeling the weight of all those yummy treats and fun notes inside.  Times may have changed in some ways but this holiday seems to be relatively untouched.  So just in case you're looking for something Read more [...]

Thank you to Adorology for providing me with product in exchange for my honest opinion. After recently discovering the new style of stretchy multi-use baby car seat covers, I went in search of one for our 13 month old daughter. She's on the petite side so we still use the carrier style car seat. It is cold here right now and I was struggling to find a solution to keep her out of the wind and cold. The bunting style cover that just went over the seat part of the carseat worked last winter when Read more [...]

Have you had trouble finding the perfect baby gear accessories?  Even though our current youngest is already two, I'm always on the hunt for awesome and affordable baby products.  Not only do we still use a diaper bag ourselves but, as foster parents, we have to supply things for our foster babies too.  Of course, then there are always baby showers!  Just recently, I was looking for a few particular items to have on hand for whenever we get our next foster  call and it just so happened that Read more [...]

Whether treating someone you love or yourself, SweetsGiftBox.com offers up a very yummy option.  This fun new option from The Gift Box Brands delivers a themed box filled with delicious and mouth-watering treats right to your doorstep!  For anyone with a sweet tooth, SweetsGiftBox offers a satisfying experience to meet those cravings with their gourmet chocolates and cookies, artisan candies, and variety of treats.  And today, I'm thrilled to partner with them on a review and giveaway of our very Read more [...]