Many thanks to My Bag, My Story for sponsoring this review.  As always, all opinions are 100% my own. My Bag My Story - Supporting Foster Youth (+ Amazon GC Giveaway!) My husband and I talked about fostering before we even married.  And while it took us over a decade, we followed through and became licensed foster parents about 8 years ago. Even though we were only licensed for two years that time, we had over 25 youth come through our doors; ages newborn to 12 years old.  Read more [...]

This 'C.Paravano Luxury Shoes Review + Giveaway!' post is sponsored.  As always, all opinions are my own. I'll be the first to admit, I LOVE shoes!  While my husband is satisfied owning two pairs total, I need more options.  I love being able to mix and match with different outfits and styles.  And there's nothing worse than having a killer outfit but no shoes to go with it!  So when I came across C.Paravano's Luxury Shoes, I was super excited to check them out. C.Paravano Read more [...]

There are affiliate links in this post. I was sent product in exchange for including those brands in this article.  Since getting engaged, I've joined a bunch of wedding planning Facebook groups, and have looked up wedding related content on TikTok, Pinterest and elsewhere. I've been pretty surprised to learn that wedding culture seems to vary pretty grately! I come from a large family and have attended a ton of weddings in my life. As a result, I thought my idea of a 'nice wedding' would Read more [...]

This 'KOKODI Kids Toy Smartphone Review + Giveaway' is sponsored.  As always, all opinions are my own.  **This post contains Amazon affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.  It does not cost you anything to shop through my affiliate links. In a world where technology rules, it's no wonder why kids love getting their hands on mom and dad's phones.  Even though we limit screen time and spend over an hour a day reading books to the toddlers; Read more [...]

I sincerely thank Vessi for their generous product contributions, which have made this blog review possible. I want to assure you that all the opinions expressed here are entirely my own. This post may contain affiliate links, which means I could receive a small commission, at no extra cost, if you purchase through a link. I enjoy walking. It is my preferred exercise. It is a physical activity and a time to gather my thoughts. After a good walk, I feel more relaxed and ready to face my day. I Read more [...]

I sincerely thank Baleaf for their generous product contributions, which have made this blog review possible. I want to assure you that all the opinions expressed here are entirely my own. This post may contain affiliate links, which means I could receive a small commission, at no extra cost, if you purchase through a link. As my Disneyland trip approaches, I am getting more and more excited about planning my outfits for maximum comfort and style. I've done some careful research and came across Read more [...]

This 'Celebrate National Fetch Day with Chuckit!' post is sponsored.  As always, all opinions are my own.  **This post contains Amazon affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.  It does not cost you anything to shop through my affiliate links.  Celebrate National Fetch Day with Chuckit! It’s almost time for The Best Dog Party of the Year! On October 19th, celebrate National Fetch Day with your pup by enjoying a rousing game of fetch!  Read more [...]

I sincerely thank Agency by Curology for their generous product contributions, which have made this blog review possible. I want to assure you that all the opinions expressed here are entirely my own.  Imagine having skincare products that are customized just for you! With Agency by Curology, this dream becomes a reality! You'll get personalized prescription formulas created by licensed dermatology providers, using proven ingredients tailored to your skin's unique needs. At the Agency, Read more [...]

I sincerely thank Gundry MD for their generous product contributions, which have made this blog review possible. I want to assure you that all the opinions expressed here are entirely my own. This post may contain affiliate links, which means I could receive a small commission, at no extra cost, if you purchase through a link. Over the last few years, I have developed a couple of dark spots on my face, neck, and hands. Despite trying a couple of products designed to help reduce the appearance Read more [...]

Hey there! I've been super excited about our upcoming trip to Disneyland and have been planning every little detail for months. Being someone with generalized anxiety, planning everything really helps me stay calm. Today, I wanted to share all the essential items I'm packing for our theme park adventure.   First up, let's talk about what to wear. Here are some of my suggestions: Activity-friendly Clothing: When visiting a theme park, it's best to wear clothes that allow unrestricted Read more [...]