Spending time outdoors is the perfect childhood past time that all kids deserve to experience.  I have so many fond memories from heading outdoors during our Minnesota Winters.  I remember visiting friends in the cities and heading to the local sledding hill.  It seemed huge at the time to my little 6 or 7 year old mind but I imagine it probably wasn't all that big in contrast to reality.    Then, there was the time my dad came outside with us to build a snowman and he didn't even wear a shirt!  Read more [...]

I was compensated and sent the Mouthguard Challenge game for review. On Facebook I've seen silly videos of people speaking with this plastic piece that was holding their lips open. I've found myself laughing at these videos without knowing what was going on. My teenage sister posted this video to her Facebook page a while back. I laughed watching her laugh and be silly. I didn't know this was part of a board game called Mouthguard Challenge. After seeing how much fun she had just talking Read more [...]

K'NEX sent me products. All opinions are my own. K'NEX construction sets have been popular among kids for years. The Revolution Ferris Wheel Building Set includes 344 pieces and a real working motor! Enter to win a Revolution Ferris Wheel Building Set using the Giveaway Tools widget below. Giveaway will end on 12/06. Open to the US only. Entry-Form Read more [...]

Thank you to Hampshire Toffee for partnering on our 2016 Holiday Gift Guide. Get the best that Hampshire Toffee has to offer with their awesome 3-in-1 Toffee Gift Sampler Box! Featuring the ultimate toffee gift, this gorgeous box will include: 8 ounces of Semi-Sweet Chocolate Toffee 8 ounces of Almond Toffee 8 ounces of Toffee Pop Whether stuffing a stocking or putting under the tree, Hampshire Toffee offers the smoothness and deliciousness of Ghirardelli chocolate, sea salt, and, Read more [...]

Thank you to Memorex-CE for providing me with product in exchange for this honest blog review. All opinions are 100% my own. Memorex-CE has a variety of electronic toys for everyone in the family! The Memorex 43” class widescreen LED HDTV is sure to please the big kids in your family. An LED Backlight and 1920x1080 pixel resolution provide dramatic lifelike images. The Memorex 43" TV comes with a detachable stand. It is also wall mount ready; however, the wall mount is not included. I Read more [...]

Thank you BodyGuardz for sending us the Ace Pro and the Pure 2 in exchange for this feature. My husband loves his smart phone. I have yet to jump on the smart phone bandwagon. I often joke that I might be the only 28-year-old woman left that doesn't have a smart phone! My husband tends to upgrade his phones often and I was excited to partner with BodyGuardz to get cases & screen protectors for the next time he upgrades (and for me if I ever choose to get one). The BodyGuardz Ace Pro Read more [...]

Thank you to Munki Munki for providing me with product in exchange for this honest blog review. All opinions are 100% my own. I practically live in my pajamas. Chances are if I am at home, I am in my pajamas. One of my favorite brands of pajamas is called Munki Munki. For my review, I received a pair of Munki Munki Gnome Kiss Flannel Classic PJs. The Gnome Kiss Flannel Classic PJ Set is made with soft and breathable material. It has a relaxed cut for comfort. Both the top and the pants Read more [...]

Risqué Reads sent me books. All opinions are my own. Risqué Reads is all about adult fun. Each month, Risqué Reads sends out a subscription box containing to books with an erotic theme. Enter to win a Risqué Reads 1 Mo. Subscription using the Giveaway Tools widget below. Giveaway will end on 12/09/2016. Open to the US only. Entry-Form Read more [...]

Emily Reviews writers were sent product in exchange for inclusion in our gift guide. There are affiliate links in this post. All opinions are our own. Bully Bundles is a subscription service for bully sticks. Bully sticks are a chew for dogs that are a great alternative to rawhide. They are much easier for dogs to digest, they last longer. Plus, I have yet to meet a dog who doesn't love them. Bully Bundles makes it easy to keep bully sticks in stock at your house with their subscription service Read more [...]

The children in my life, past and present, have such different personalities.  It always amazes me how, even though we feel we've raised all five of our kiddos the same, they are just so different from one another!  It seems like what works for one, doesn't for another and a favorite food for most, is detested by one or two.  However, differences can be a great thing and it's part of the reason why I have so much fun as a mom!  Seeing each personality shine through is amazing and watching the Read more [...]