Encourage Hope is a non-profit organization founded by Kimberly McCormick, a woman who had two dreams in life. She was inspired to become a mommy and to form a non-profit organization. She has accomplished both. She has three children: Damon, Autumn, and Alyssa ranging in ages 6 to 11. Kimberly has also founded Career Closet in Bloomington, Illinois, and Lullaby Closet in El Paso, Texas. Career Closet's mission was to provide free professional clothing to individuals entering the work force. Read more [...]

When it comes to skin care and cosmetic products I'm pretty picky. I have really sensitive skin, and lots of makeup and skin care products bother my skin, or irritate my eyes. I've wasted a lot of money in the past on skin care products that simply ended up burning my skin rather than helping it. I've also had makeup products that I just couldn't use, because they constantly made my eyes water. Painted Earth Skin Care and Cosmetics is a line of great quality, all natural products. I have tried quite Read more [...]

I received product from Amaranth Collection for this review. All opinions are my own. I recently discovered a cute clothing boutique called Amaranth Collection. Amaranth Collection strives to give their customers excellent service, quality apparel and affordable prices. Whether you are shopping online or in their store, your shopping experience will be pleasurable. For my review, I received a Piko top and Chevron Infinity Scarf. For a while now, I have been intrigued by the Piko Read more [...]

Thank you Smart Toys And Games for providing me with products to review, free of charge. These are my own honest opinions. I'm a huge fan of Smart Toys and Games! If you're not familiar with this company, you should check them out. They offer some of the best single-player puzzle games (Smart Games, Tangoes, and Twisterz) as well as captivating magnetic building sets (SmartMax). Magnets are fascinating for kids (actually, I find them fascinating as well!) SmartMax magnetic building sets are Read more [...]

I received product from Dune Jewelry for this review. All opinions are my own. I have a great company to share with you today, Dune Jewelry. Dune Jewelry is a dream come true for owner Holly. Holly had a passion for creating jewelry and started out by making beach sand jewelry for family and friends. Then, she realized that most people have a special memory tied to a beach area. With these cherished memories, customers would really enjoy a unique piece of jewelry featuring sand from that special Read more [...]

I love when I am able to purchase American made products for my family and was happy to partner with SimpleAmericanStyle.com for this review. SimpleAmericanStyle.com is a company devoted to providing customers with quality American-made products.  The goods that are offered over at SimpleAmericanStlye.com all come from companies that not only provide quality products at fair prices, but have also been in business for years.  Style, safety, and quality are top priorities. The upcoming Read more [...]

*I was provided with Dinosaur Train products in return for this post. All opinions are my own. My nephew Drew is 3 and over the last couple of months has taken an interest in the show Dinosaur Train that is on PBS. The show is aimed at young children and is genious for combing two popular favorites of the toddler/preschool crowd - dinosaurs and trains into an educational TV show that's been nominated for an Emmy Award. New episodes are coming in January but for those looking to give their Dinosaur Read more [...]

As soon as Thanksgiving is over, I like to start decorating for Christmas.  When I was young, we would head out as a family and cut down our own tree on a snowy afternoon.  I'm not that adventurous and we have a fake tree because I also recall how much I disliked stepping on those sharp pine needles!  But even with my aversion to having a real tree, I still very much enjoy decorating and preparing for Christmas.  While my husband and I have not agreed on the perfect time to start, I prefer Read more [...]

Like most women, I love jewelry. It's the perfect accessory for nearly any outfit, and you would be hard-pressed to find a lady who doesn't feel similar. However, I do like my jewelry to be unique. I don't want to have the same ring or necklace as someone else that I know, and I don't often enjoy jewelry items that are really similar to other items on the market. Just as I'm unique, I like my jewelry to be unique as well. Hot Rock Jewelry has just that. They have incredibly unique jewelry pieces Read more [...]

*I was provided with a hand drawn portrait of my pets in exchange for this post. All opinions are my own. *This post was written in November of 2013 based on the experience that I had with Mitch Mortmer mailing me a drawing of my dogs. It was a fine experience and I was pleased with the drawing overall (as you will read below). However, he also offered a giveaway and although it ended on December 6th 2013, the winner still does not have her drawing now (it is 5/6/2014, exactly six months later). Read more [...]