This post is written and sponsored by U.S. Bank. So, you’re ready to make the big leap into home ownership? Good for you. Home ownership can be a great experience and holds a number of tangible and intangible benefits. But first, you need to actually buy that property, which, especially if this is your first home, can feel more than a little complicated. Understanding the mortgage … [Read more...]
Teaching My Kids The Importance of Money With Kids Wealth
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My little Hayden isn't so little anymore. He turned 6 in December and we have been using the Kids Wealth Program to teach him all about money. Hayden is really smart and asks questions about everything. He has really been curious about money the past few months. He wants to know how my husband and I get money, where it goes, and then what we do with it. My husband and I realized Hayden had just … [Read more...]
Use Puracyn® Plus Duo-Care™ Wound and Skin Cleanser For Your On-The-Go First Aid
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“This is a sponsored conversation. All opinions, text and experiences are my own.” Soon the snow is going to melt and then Spring and Summer sports will be in full swing! We have already signed Hayden up for a few things. Right now he goes to gymnastics, piano, and karate. He is signed up for soccer and baseball in the spring. Then we are going to Texas for the entire summer! We will be at the … [Read more...]
Bunny Tail Cupcakes With Bakery Crafts
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This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Bakery Crafts. All opinions are 100% mine. I love baking with my kids. I especially love baking with my kids to go with the upcoming seasons and holidays. Easter is one of my favorite holidays. I love the weather, and all the beautiful flowers. I also absolutely love Easter candy. It is my favorite holiday candy. I am a sucker for jelly beans … [Read more...]
Green Sparkle Leprechaun Slime {Fun Crafts With Mom}
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Looking for a fun last minute idea for a festive Happy St. Patrick's Day? Try this Leprechaun Slime! It's simple to make, only takes a few minutes and lasts for many uses! Ingredients Needed: Bowl One: 2 Cups White School Glue 1½ Cups Warm Water ¼ Cup Green Glitter ¼ Cup Gold Glitter 20 Drops Green Food Coloring Bowl Two: 1⅓ Cups Warm Water ¾ Teaspoon of Borax (also … [Read more...]
Put An End To Food Wastefulness With BerryBreeze
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I try to keep lots of healthy produce in my fridge. I always have fruits and vegetables to cook with and, for my kids and I to snack on during the day. It can be tricky finding good produce, especially during the winter. One thing I absolutely hate is wasting food. I cringe every time I have to throw out strawberries, celery, tomatoes or other produce that has spoiled. My husband and I work hard … [Read more...]
A Dream For My Child, A Dream For Tomorrow
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This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of MetLife. As parents we always try to give our children the world. The struggles we went through are struggles we sometimes want our own children to avoid and we do everything we can to make sure our children have the best start possible. We want our children to be able to dream big but we also want our children to hopefully one day meet those … [Read more...]
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Come here every Friday and check back all weekend long to find all the great contests going on all over the blogosphere! Make sure you enter mine while you’re here too! ~ Big Pampers Prize Pack - Ends 3.16.15 ~ Disney’s Sofia the First DVD - Ends 3.16.15 ~ Halo SleepSack Winter Weight Blanket- Ends 3.30.15 What are you giving away? Mister Linky's Magical Widgets -- Thumb-Linky widget … [Read more...]
Staying Warm and Cuddly With the Halo SleepSack & Giveaway!
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It seems like it has been an extra cold winter no matter where you live. The east coast has been hammered with snow and every where has had record cold temperatures. All the freezing cold doesn't seem to be leaving anytime soon either as we start to transition into Spring. At nighttime when it is especially cold I want to make sure Halli stays nice and warm. I would hate for her to get a chill at … [Read more...]
