I don't know if all men have trouble finding shoes that fit well but I know my husband does.  He has weirdly shaped toes which he blames on never having the correct size footwear growing up.  Since he was number 5 in line, he rarely, if ever, had a new pair of shoes.....  Much less a pair in good shape that correctly fit.  So now his toes are scrunched and oddly formed and he struggles with comfort.  However, a couple years ago, he realized that by finding quality shoes in a wide size, as opposed Read more [...]

Instilling the love of reading and books comes easily to me as I was an avid reader growing up.  As a matter of fact, up until just a couple years ago, I would still be in the middle of a book on any given day.  While life has become extra busy with five kiddos, foster care, and writing for Emily Reviews, I still maintain the importance of reading to kids and encourage our children to love books too.  So today, I want to share a great company with you that I'm happy to introduce as a part of our Read more [...]

Sending a thank you to The Agenda Game for partnering on our 2016 Holiday Gift Guide! Teens are always wanting to be busy and playing games is a great way to entertain them. So this year, check out The Agenda Game. Great for families or groups of friends, players get to throw their hats into the political ring. Don't be fooled, though as it's not just for political junkies.  The Agenda Game is designed for anyone who enjoys laughing, thinking, and engaging. Entertaining and educational at the Read more [...]

KidzBop sent me products. All opinions are my own. KidzBop music is sung by kids for kids. KidzBop recently released two new CDs, Kids Bop Christmas and KidzBop 33. Enter to win both CDs using the Giveaway Tools widget below. Giveaway will end on 12/11/2016. Open to the US only. Entry-Form Read more [...]

Thank you to Stacy Brown Books for partnering on the Holiday Gift Guide 2016. Stacy Brown creates children's books that combine the joy of reading with fun of coloring and drawing.  Perfect for the preschool or elementary aged child. She offers books in English as well as Spanish. The first half of the books focus on reading and counting, while the second half features coloring pages and/or instructions on how to draw the pictures for yourself. Her cute, whimsical illustrations beg to be colored. Read more [...]

I have been provided with a Nutrisystem plan in exchange for sharing my honest experience and results on my blog. All opinions are my own. We all hear statements about how "impossible" it is to stay on track with a diet during the holidays. It's such a common phrase that it seems to be accepted at face value without really thinking it through. I thought it was worth analyzing this statement. I think there are a few different misconceptions wrapped up in this. One is the assumption that watching Read more [...]

I was sent a PantyDrop subscription box for review. All opinions are my own. I love wearing new panties. Maybe it's silly, but starting my outfit with cute and comfortable panties makes me feel more confident from the inside out. I've been with Ryan for 9 years now, and we've always been really practical people when it comes to gifts. We both keep ongoing wish-lists that the other can access. We'd both prefer to just let the other person know what we want or need so they will have better luck Read more [...]

PetPack sent me a box. All opinions are my own. PetPack is a subscription box catered to your dog or cat that includes treats, toys, fun gadgets, and grooming items. Enter to win your choice of a dog or cat PetPack box. This giveaway will end at 11:59 pm EST on 12/11/2016. Open to 18+ US only. Entry Form   Read more [...]

Your Audiobook Club sent me product. All opinions are my own. Your Audiobook Club sends you a monthly subscription box with two new CD audio books, each month. Members may choose between five genres- Thrillers, Romance, Inspiration, Political, or nonfiction. You also have the option to choose a Surprise Me box. Enter to win a 1-month membership using the Giveaway Tools widget below. Giveaway will end on 12/10/2016. Open to the US only. Entry-Form Read more [...]

Thank you to LovePendants for providing me with product in exchange for this honest blog review. All opinions are 100% my own. LovePendants are elegant necklaces with custom designed pendants. When you purchase a LovePendant, you can choose between several pendant themes- sentiments, initials, popular symbols, sororities, awareness ribbons, women’s empowerment, and/or ready to ship designs. Can’t decide on just one pendant? No problem, you can order additional pendant charms. Once Read more [...]