I received product from Erin Condren for my review. All opinions are my own. I am a planner. I even plan to plan. I make lists for everything. If I do something that isn’t on my list, I write it down just so I can cross it off my list. Planning or making lists helps me feel confident that I haven't forgotten something. That in turn makes me less stressed and better able to relax. Last year, my SIL (also a planner) told me about Erin Condren Life Planners. Erin Condren offers personalized Read more [...]

Thank you to Uncle Milton for providing me with product, free of charge, for review. All opinions are my own. Our kids like to have a nightlight on when they go to bed.  We have a small regular one that stays on all night long for safe bathroom runs but the kids also like to have some "fun" lights on when they first get tucked in.  We actually have several different ones that the kids enjoy.  One that we have had since shortly before Christmas is the Uncle Milton Rainbow In My Room.  Another Read more [...]

I received complimentary toys from HABA in exchange for this post. All opinions are my own. HABA is one of my favorite toy brands. Every toy that I have seen from HABA is beatifully made and durable. Their toys are designed for open-ended play and require no batteries. These are qualities that I learned to look for in toys while taking child development classes. The details that I always see in HABA toys impress me as well. While on the surface their toys may seem basic, the details always prove Read more [...]

I received products from Beach Rays for my review. All opinions are my own. Shhh…I am going to let you in on a secret my husband and I have had for a couple of months now. We have planned a surprise family vacation. Our two young daughters have NO idea! My husband has taken the last day of school off from work. We are planning to pick up our oldest from school with the car loaded and take off for vacation. I am so excited! I don’t know if I am more excited about finally seeing their reactions, Read more [...]

Thank you to Sienna Naturals for providing me with sample products, free of charge, for review. All opinions are my own. The more I hear about the chemicals that we are exposed to on a daily basis, the more aware I become about what products I use with our family.  While I don't put stock into everything I hear, I do feel there is enough evidence out there to be leery about certain ingredients, chemicals, and products.  Since skin and body products are put directly on our biggest organ, our Read more [...]

Welcome to Tuesday's Giveaway Link Up with your hosts Karen @ Tots and Me and Emily @ Emily ReviewsSo glad you could join us as we share our giveaways on  Tuesday's Giveaway Link Ups.  Our co-hosts this week are Sue from My Photopage and Shelly from The Attic Girl.   This link up will be posted Monday at 7 PM est. and run all week long! Make sure you stop in as often as you can to list your latest giveaways. Here is how to use the Giveaway Link Up 1. Post your reviews and/or Read more [...]

Thank you to RCFibers for providing me with product, free of charge, for review. All opinions are my own. Father's Day is coming up in about a month and I have found a company who offers some items I think would make a great gift.  My dad can be hard to shop for so I have been on the look out for some time now for a gift idea.  He seems to have everything he needs and wants and doesn't act interested in anything I usually find for him.  However, RCFibers offers a variety of products that most Read more [...]

*I was provided with Dogswell treats in exchange for this post. All opinions are my own. My pugs are pretty picky about a lot of things - their toys, where they sit, who they like, etc. So, I am surprised but thankful that they aren't picky about treats. Despite their willingness to eat almost anything, I have to be selective about which treats I allow them to eat because they have sensitivities to lower quality treats. When I buy cheap food or teats, I notice that my dogs lick and bite their Read more [...]

Thank you to Softsoap for providing me with product samples, free of charge, for review. All opinions are my own. Washing hands is one of the best ways to prevent the spread of germs and illness.  When I used to do daycare, we all got into the habit of washing our hands often throughout the day to do our best to keep everyone healthy.  I have continued this behavior with my own family ever since our first child was young because I find it is easier to instill good habits right from the start. Read more [...]

Thank you to Ugobags for providing me with a sample, free of charge, for review.  All opinions are my own. It seems like anyone who travels has been there.  The Baggage Carousel.  The endless line of weary travelers staring at the never-ending baggage coming down the ramp while every piece seems to look identical.  If you're like me, I'm struggling to recall if I packed my black suitcase or my maroon one.  It wouldn't matter any way because all the pieces still look the same.  If you are Read more [...]