Does your family struggle to eat 'leftovers'?  For years, this was an issue in our home.  While I'm sure it was all in our heads, we felt like leftovers just didn't taste as good.  Maybe even tasted a bit old....  Thankfully, we've overcome that issue and typically eat all leftovers.  But a lot of times, I actually try to repurpose leftovers into something new.  A big one that I do this with is Sloppy Joes.  Because, while I do love this meal, I'm not a huge Read more [...]

This is a sponsored post with Sweet Zzz mattress. All opinions are my own. I first heard about weighted blankets when I was studying early childhood education in college, around 2009 or 2010. At that time-weighted blankets were discussed as a calming tool for children with autism and/or sensory processing disorder. At least, that's the only time I had ever heard of them being discussed, and they were talked about alongside weighted vests, sensory swings and similar items that most people without Read more [...]

I received product from Deseeker to facilitate this post.  As always, all opinions are my own. Everyone needs a great flashlight.  There are so many situations and times when a flashlight comes in handy and you just don't want to come up empty handed.  So today, we're going to discuss why carrying a Deseeker Tactical Flashlight is a great idea. Why Carry A Flashlight When My Phone Already Has One? Anyone with a smart phone already has a flashlight.  Are you wondering why you should also Read more [...]

This winter is feeling extra long. It's only February. We have at least another six weeks of winter ahead of us here in the upper midwest. Our daughter keeps asking when we will be able to do fun summer activities again. So, I have been pondering how to make winter more fun for our children (and honestly, for me too!) I decided to put together a winter bucket list for the kids. I thought I would share it with you, in case you and your children are getting cabin fever and need some ideas as well! Read more [...]

I received product from Super Impulse to facilitate this post.  As always, all opinions are my own. With February here, the end of the school year is in sight.  Kids everywhere are jumping for joy.  But till that final day in May rolls around, the dreaded bus ride must be endured.  And today, I want to share how the RUBIK’S TILT Digital Rubik's Cube Game is here to help. RUBIK’S TILT Digital Rubik's Cube Game Super Impulse’s newest addition is the RUBIK’S TILT!  They are excited Read more [...]

Thank you to Bebefit for sending product in exchange for my honest opinion in this review. I've wanted a hip style baby carrier for a while now. My son liked to use a ring sling style carrier when he was a baby but hasn't used it in many months because he didn't like being confined anymore. He's 15 months old and walking now. He likes some independence but also has a healthy amount of stranger danger (read: he's scared of almost everyone right now). So, it's nice to have the Bebefit Light Read more [...]

I was sent a Nadine West shipment in exchange for this review. There are affiliate links in this post. All opinions are my own. If you're new around here, Nadine West is a company that asks you to fill out a style profile and then they will ship you clothing and accessories that they think you might like. They include a prepaid return shipping label so you can return any items that you don't wish to pay for. You'll only be charged for what you do keep. Nadine West sends items that are more affordale Read more [...]

Thank you to Brownie Points for sending product for review in exchange for my honest opinion. "Brownie Points: Baking The World A Better Place One Brownie At A Time" My husband, myself and my parents all tried some of the Brownie Points Baby Brownies and Gourmet Brownie Bites this week. Here are some direct quotes after we all tried the brownies; "Wow, that's good" "I'd like a whole pan of these for my birthday" "These are the perfect size" "Just enough sweet after a meal" "I Read more [...]

I received product from Hulsh Leather to facilitate this post.  As always, all opinions are my own. Do you ever wonder if investing in a higher quality product is worth the money?  Well, today I wanted to talk about this topic.  In many cases, I have to say that it absolutely is worth the investment.  With our first child, she ended up going through like five (yes 5!) carseats.  Because we purchased cheaper options and she kept outgrowing them!  With the others, we learned to invest in a Read more [...]

This is a sponsored post for Review Wire Media on behalf of Twentieth Century Studios. Adapted from the beloved literary classic, 20th Century Studios’ “The Call of the Wild” vividly brings to the screen the story of Buck, a big-hearted dog whose blissful domestic life is turned upside down when he is suddenly uprooted from his California home and transplanted to the exotic wilds of the Canadian Yukon during the Gold Rush of the 1890s. As the newest rookie on a mail delivery dog sled team--and Read more [...]