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Medieval Times in Dallas, Texas - How To Best Enjoy Medieval Times As A Family

We have been honored to visit Medieval Times in Dallas, Texas a few times for Ginger Casa. We went again earlier this week, as a celebration and last hurrah before the busy back to school and work life began after the holidays. It has become a great way to celebrate victories we share at home. …

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Urgent Care from Home or a Hotel Room!

Compensation was provided by Amwell via Momtrends. The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions of Amwell or Momtrends. This summer we moved after living in the same place for eight years. I was a little apprehensive about new schools, new friends, and a new town but do …

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Family Football Pajamas Make Game Day at Home THE Best!

Matching Family Football Pajamas has been sponsored by NFL Shop. All opinions are mine. Our little family spent 8 years living in the Dallas, Texas area, and Hubby was born and raised there, but somehow, our oldest never really cared about location but more about talent, good role models, and of course, his favorite colors. …

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USO Wishbook - Support our Troops by Gifting the Comforts of Home

I am guilty of focusing on only what is right in front of me, which is common for busy parents, isn't it? I sometimes forget about the service members who are dedicating their time and lives to protect our country. Hundreds of thousands of service members will remain on duty, away from home, this holiday …

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Fitness Motivation Quotes Printables and Ideas To Keep You Moving

Fitness Motivation Quotes Printables and Ideas To Keep You Moving was brought to you by Best Buy. All opinions are mine. Contains affiliate links. As much as I hate to admit it, I have never been big on exercise.  I love playing basketball and soccer with the boys, going for a bike ride, or just …

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Reading with Dad - Why It Is SO Important (And Great Kids' Books Suggestions)

  This post is sponsored by BabbleBoxx.com on behalf of Candlewick Press. All opinions are mine. Reading with Dad Dad here, guest posting about something I feel passionate about...reading to your kids! Our boys have been lucky to have a steady supply of kids' books to read since they were babies. Sometimes it may seem that …

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"Wrapped Up in Christmas" out October 1st from Hallmark Publishing! 

Are you a lover of all things Hallmark? Well, you are going to get excited about this one! Hallmark Publishing has released Wrapped Up In Christmas, a book based on a Hallmark Original Movie.  A gift of warmth  to heal two hearts…  Sarah Smith in Pine Hill, Kentucky has had her heart broken in the …

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Sony Noise-Canceling Headphones Are The Gift He Wants!

Is it too soon to start talking about holiday gifts for men? Once October hits, I feel like I am making mental lists, thinking and re-thinking what to buy the men in my life. I have a pre-teen and a husband that are really into technology. I love listening to music, too, but these two …

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Give Mom Some "Me Time" with Sennheiser 's NEW M3 Momentum Wireless Headphones

  Is it too early to start thinking about Christmas? I do not think so, but I definitely know it's not even on my husband's radar right now. I wanted to introduce the NEW M3 Momentum Wireless Headphones from Sennheiser, however, because these WILL be a hot gift for the 2019 holidays! For busy moms such …

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Cruise Around Campus on a Jetson Electric Scooter!

  All over the country, kids and adults have started back to school. I remember when I started college, the size of my smallish university campus was SO huge compared to my tiny Texas town high school. All the walking! In the August heat! I had to learn to plan ahead, measure the distance to …

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Fun, Educational, Screen-Free Activities Made Simple with Tinker Active

The boys are back in school now and wow, that is such a huge change from the 24/7 family time we had. It was nice, don't get me wrong, I loved being with them and having them with me, BUT, the constant need for them to be engaged in an activity OR constant bickering was …

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Hallmark Movies & Mysteries "Aurora Teagarden Mysteries: A Very Foul Play" Premiering this Sunday, August 18th at 9pm/8c! 

Aurora Teagarden Mysteries: A Very Foul Play is in partnership with Hallmark Movies & Mysteries I am SO excited to tell you about a new thrilling movie series! You have to check out "Aurora Teagarden Mysteries!" The third movie of this series premiers THIS Sunday, August 18th, at 9 pm/8 c. Check out https://www.hallmarkmoviesandmysteries.com/aurora-teagarden-movies to …

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Feed the Piggy Bank Math Activity - Fun, Free Printable!

  Our youngest is just about to start kindergarten. In some ways, it came way too quickly and in some ways, it feels like he should have been in kindergarten already. He is excited about joining his older brothers at a brand new to us school, but he, of course, has a lot of anxiety …

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Fun Ways to Get Your Family to Try New Fruits

Spring and Summer is always exciting for me, simply because of all the fruits that are in the grocery store! I love fruit and luckily my family does, too, but we usually stick with the same kind. Of course, watermelon is the kids' favorite, but also fresh peaches, berries, and grapes are regulars at our …

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How Do You Sleep Like a Kid? 10 Tips for Adults to Get Better Sleep!

After having babies of my own, I quickly learned that "sleep like a baby" really does not mean what people think it means! Sure, there were times when my babies slept through noise and chaos, but babies, my babies, at least, did not sleep how I want to sleep! I definitely don't want to sleep …

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See The Prizes You Could Win in the SHOP, PLAY, WIN!® Collect & Win Game featuring MONOPOLY at Tom Thumb

This post has been sponsored by Albertsons Companies family of stores. All thoughts and opinions are my own. A few weeks ago, I wrote about how excited I was to play the SHOP, PLAY, WIN!® Collect & Win Game featuring MONOPOLY at Tom Thumb. The boys and I went to the store, found a few items that …

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How to Throw the Ultimate Baseball Party

How To Throw The Ultimate Baseball Party contains affiliate links It is officially baseball season! While baseball is quickly becoming a year round sport, Spring is the season where little baseballers are playing at the same time as their favorite MLB teams. The freshly mowed grass, dirty uniforms, and the crack of the bat hitting …

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How to Have Even More Fun on Your Family Grocery Shopping Trips!

  This post has been sponsored by Tom Thumb. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Shopping with three inquisitive boys who can help me look for products is pretty fun. THEY are fun to be with. And I just discovered the SHOP, PLAY, WIN!® Collect & Win Game featuring MONOPOLY at Tom Thumb, and this has …

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Be Prepared for Basketball Season with Nutritious Snacks for Little Athletes!

  Be Prepared for Basketball Season with Nutritious Snacks for Little Athletes! has been sponsored by Del Monte​®​. All thoughts and opinions are my own. January means a lot of things for different people; but for our family, it means basketball! All three of our boys are playing basketball this season. Ben and I are …

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Hallmark Channel's "Road to Christmas" Premiering this Sunday, Nov 4th at 8pm/7! #RoadtoChristmas

November 1st is our oldest's birthday, but it's also the beginning to the holiday season! Soon the lights and tree will be up, presents will be bought, and excitement will swirl around this special time of year. We love all things Thanksgiving and Christmas, and Hallmark Channel movies are a big part of the Christmas …

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Little Siblings Need to be Safe, Too! Why it is Best to Update to Convertible Car Seats For EACH Child

Thank you Maxi-Cosi for sponsoring this post. Keep your little adventurers comfy, safe & stylish with the Maxi-Cosi Magellan™ Max 5-in-1 Convertible Car Seat! Little Siblings Need to be Safe, Too! Why it is Best to Update to Convertible Car Seats For EACH Child Our youngest is almost 5-years-old and my, have things changed since our …

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Awesome Ideas to do with the Kids on Your Family Camping Trip

Our family has discovered a love of camping and for now, let me just state that it really is glamping because I do not do tent camping, at least...not yet. We like to stay in RVs or cabins, but traveling to a camp ground or lake house is what we love! Going in the Spring or …

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Why a Family Fall Getaway to the Lake is Exactly What You Need This Weekend!

We were able to drive a Toyota Tundra CrewMax at no cost, thanks to Toyota.  All opinions are mine. Why a Family Fall Getaway to the Lake is Exactly What You Need This Weekend! Life is funny, isn't it? How we get from marriage to kids to full blown school and sports chaos is beyond me. …

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Five Things Every Soccer Mom Needs to Stock Up On for the Season!

Five Things Every Soccer Mom Needs to Stock Up On for the Season! contains affiliate links. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Soccer season is in full force! With three boys in soccer, we have practices three nights a week and some weeks, up to 5 games! It is so much fun, but it is …

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Important Things to Remember at the First Week of School Drop-off!

Important Things to Remember on the First Day of School was brought to you by Toyota USA.  All opinions are mine. This month and next, most kids are headed back to school. It is an exciting time for some, but it also can come with a lot of stress! Are you a laid back parent …

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Tart Cherry Spritzer - A Refreshing Non-Alcoholic Drink!

  Our family loves fruit juice, so while shopping at Target for back-to-school the other day, I had a great idea! A non-alcoholic, family friendly spritzer made with R.W. Knudsen Organic Just Tart Cherry® Juice or Organic Just Cranberry® Juice, both found in the juice aisle at Target. We really love non-alcoholic drinks with tart cherry juice! …

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Summer Hair, Don't Care? Here's An Easy Swimming Pool Hair Hack!

Our boys ALL love the water. We have spent countless hours swimming in various pools, playing in our backyard splash pad, and at water parks! I was not always such of a fan of the water, but over the years, I have come to really enjoy the time that we spend together, no matter where …

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Toothpick Feast for Kids - A Great Way To Get Kids to Eat AND Clean Out The Fridge!

I do not like to call my kids picky, but sometimes it is difficult to get them to eat what I put on the table for them. If it is a fresh, delicious meal that they love to eat, then of course they will devour it, but if I try to feed them leftovers or …

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Summer Night Thrills for the Entire Family at Six Flags Over Texas

Six Flags Over Texas has always been a favorite destination for both my husband and me because, being from Texas, it was THE place to go as a kid. We live fairly close, so we were thrilled when we were given the opportunity to visit as a family. This post was sponsored by Six Flags Over Texas, but …

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