Articles about Kids
Books To Read If You’re Considering Fostering Or Adopting

For two years, my husband and I were foster parents. Sadly, we recently closed our home though. At some point, I may go into all the reasons behind that decision. But I'm not quite ready to yet. For now, I'll just say that it's a very broken system. I know life isn't fair but these poor kiddos are getting the short end of the deal at every turn. There needs to be change.
Six months into our fostering journey, I wrote this post about What To Expect When Expecting That Call. So that's Read more [...]
Radz Smooshy Mushy 4 in 1 Deluxe Blind Bags Review – Girls Gift Idea

Thank you to Radz for sending Smooshy Mushy 4 in 1 Blind Bags in exchange for my honest opinion in this review.
There is just something about collections that makes me reminisce. My husband collected coins when he was younger. I collected volkswagen beetle toys and like many others of the 90's era - Beanie Babies. Right now it seems like collecting tiny toys/objects is popular.
My daughter is happily jumping on the tiny toy collection bandwagon. When I gifted her some Radz Smooshy Mushy Read more [...]
New Young Girls Collection From Precious Moments – Gift Ideas For Girls {Review}

Thank you to Precious Moments for sending product for review in exchange for my honest opinion.
My daughter is a "girly girl". She's three years-old and loving everything pink and frilly! It's funny because I was never what you would call a "girly girl". I was an only child and my parents had a deal - mom could dress me up in pink and dresses until I was three - then I was dad's. Dad had me doing all kinds of 'boy' things like hunting, fishing, and playing every sport with me that I showed Read more [...]
Personalized Valentine’s Day Music Boxes from The Bradford Exchange

Thank you to The Bradford Exchange for sending me this beautiful music box. As always, all opinions are my own.
I absolutely love personalized gifts. Anytime I can gift my family members with something that has their name on it, or something that makes it that much more personal, I do! After seeing The Nutcracker movie, our daughter has been asking for a music box. Since Valentine's Day is right around the corner, I turned to The Bradford Exchange to check out their Valentine's Day Music Boxes. Read more [...]
Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas 2019 {Valentine’s Day Gift Guide}

Emily Reviews writers were sent samples in exchange for including items in our gift guide. There are affiliate links in this post.
Valentine's day gift ideas for adults
For carry-on friendly grooming essentials that make for a great gift, consider the Murdock London "A Gentleman Of Two Cities Kit". This set allows you to take a little piece of home with you wherever you go. Featuring their grooming fundamentals that everyone loves in carry-on friendly sizes. Use this delightful Shampoo Read more [...]