This post was brought to you by Epic Waters in Grand Prairie. All opinions are mine. We recently made our first trip to Epic Waters in Grand Prairie, Texas and all five of us had a day of fun! Despite being in August, we went on a very gloomy day. Of course there was no …
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! …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Getting outdoors is always fun for our family. We love to explore, enjoy the sunshine, and roam the wide open spaces. We have been camping, or "glamping," rather, in an RV, but have yet to take the whole family on a camping trip that involves all of us sleeping overnight in a tent. My thinking …
Throw a Backyard BBQ for kids and don't stress about the mess! Anyone who has been around children knows that they are typically very messy. My husband and I have worked hard at teaching them manners, how to be clean, how to use napkins, etc, but there are some instances where cleanliness is not an …
Have you ever been to a Fogo de Chão restaurant? We were recently invited to experience the newest Fogo de Chão in Uptown Dallas, Texas. We had a terrific night and received a complimentary meal in exchange for our thoughts and opinions on our experience. I had not been to Fogo de Chão since my husband and …
Did you know that The Incredibles came out in 2004? I really had no clue it was that long ago! I did not have kids then, but my boys have watched the movie quite a few times over the years. It is definitely one of our favorites to watch. The boys love the action, the humor, …
Music has always been something that we enjoy as a family. Sure we all have our different favorites, but we usually can agree on a song to listen to. When in the car, I let everyone have a turn choosing a song. The boys have headphones, but my husband I do not really have the …
I grew up the little sister of two older brothers. I was never super girly, but at the same time, would not call myself a tomboy. I never was a daredevil, did not really care for sports as a child, and being dirty was not my favorite thing, either. I am overjoyed that I …
I have been a mom for over nine (!!!) years now. Before that, I was a kindergarten teacher and before that, a preschool teacher. I have been around kids for most of my adulthood, and along the way, have met some amazing moms. It is funny how after you have been a mom for awhile, you …
I am not sure what started this family's love of Star Wars, but it has been present for a very long time! There is something about Darth Vader, Luke Skywalker, and the whole Star Wars storyline that is fun for everyone! The older boys have only recently been allowed to see the latest Star …
This post is sponsored by BabbleBoxx.com. SanDisk provided by Western Digital. My husband has always done a brilliant job at surprising me with gifts for different holidays. He and the boys like to throw in a few surprises, as well as things that they know I want. When someone asks what I want for Mother's …
This post was brought to you by the Waxahachie CVB and Scarborough Renaissance Festival in Waxahachie, Texas. We were provided with free tickets to faciliate this post, but all opinions are mine. We moved to this area of Texas (south of Dallas) almost eight years ago. When we first moved here, we noticed castle like structures and wondered …
How to clean up your personal care products and help clean waterways, too has been brought to you by Tom's of Maine. All opinions are mine. I have fond memories of going to ponds, lakes, and rivers with my family. There is just something about the water that creates a peaceful, calming effect. I am …
This post was brought to you by the brands mentioned. All opinions are mine. Contains affiliate links. #ShiftConLovePackage Do you remember when Hubby and I went to ShiftCon, an eco-wellness influencer conference, back in 2016? We were able to learn tips for switching to more eco-friendly lifestyle, meet new friends, and learn about new non-toxic …
If there is one phrase that I dislike the most, it is "boys will be boys." It is something that is so common in our culture and has been forever, I assume. I have heard people use the phrase to even dismiss the foolish actions of biblical characters like David, who did not have enough …
It is not often that I shop for myself, but when I do, I want to buy quality clothes that are soft, comfortable, and will serve many purposes. When researching some options for the best clothes to purchase, I kept coming up with prAna. Not only are their clothes pretty and functional, but they are …
How to throw the ultimate basketball party for kids contains affiliate links. All photos used with permission. If you follow me on Instagram, you KNOW that my family's favorite sport is basketball. The boys' peewee basketball season is over, but we are watching college basketball daily and of course, rooting for our favorite NBA teams! …
Steps we all can take to protect our communities from Zika is a sponsored post in partnership with The Motherhood on behalf of Texas Department of State Health Services. The climate in Texas is warmer year round and we have very few days where it goes below freezing. The climate is pretty awesome but it also …
Random Acts of Kindness Day! Random Acts of Kindness Day is on February 17th. This is such a fabulous holiday to celebrate! If we can just get over ourselves and start looking outwards, we can be the start of a chain reaction of kindness and change the world. So what are some easy ways to …
See this little angel? This four-year-old, precious boy whom I love very much loves to go shopping with his mommy. Until he doesn't. I go shopping at least once a week. I try to cook most nights, we love fresh fruits and veggies, and sometimes getting out of the house is a breath of fresh …
I have been compensated by AVEENO® Baby for this post; however, I am sharing my own thoughts. All opinions are my own. The holidays are over and it's back to life, back to reality! With crazy schedules, illness, and delayed bedtimes, I admit that my kids took far fewer baths that the needed to. Some days …
This winter has really been hard on many people, as far as illnesses are concerned. Our family has been spared for the most part, but we are always on guard and doing what we can to keep the germs away. How do you boost your immune system to ensure that it can fight illnesses? Thanks …
I have fond memories of my mother making homemade donuts when I was a child. She did not make them often, but when she did, it was a big deal! She used canned biscuit dough and fried up a big batch for us to enjoy. Since I have been obsessed with making new things in …
This post has been brought to you by AEG Presents. All opinions are mine. The Wild Kratts have been a fun part of our lives since 2011, when the show first premiered on PBS and my oldest fell in love with it! He loved learning about animals and their habitats, and the Wild Kratts just …
Give an Oil Change Gift Basket and Bless Someone with a Year of Protection for Their Car! I received Mobil 1™ Annual Protection motor oil, a Mobil 1™ Extended Performance oil filter, and compensation from ExxonMobil as part of a sponsored program. All opinions are my own. I remember the first time I took our …
As much as I LOVE Christmas, I really honestly don't like shopping for adults. Kids are easy because they tell you what they want or you at least have a pretty good idea what they would like. Adults...adults have been alive for 18+ years and accumulated so much stuff and how do we know if …
As a 35 year old allergy sufferer, I have had years to find out what works for me concerning my allergies. Somehow, all three of my sweet boys have allergy problems, so I have to find what works best for them. Helping kids prevent allergy symptoms before they start is the first step. This post …
As busy adults, we sometimes have little discomforts that creep up over time. It's not until we sit down and think about what we are experiencing when we realize that we need to do some investigating. Pinnertest has sponsored this post and I'm sharing my opinions on why we all need to test for food …
We just spent a magical week at Walt Disney World to celebrate the boys' birthdays. (It's sometimes a blessing when all three of your boys have birthdays within 46 days of each other.) I had originally made plans to go the day they got out of school, which was exactly a week before Thanksgiving. Upon …
We all know that sleep is important for survival, but did you know that the quality of your sleep and the mattress you sleep on can improve your mood, health and life? Read on to see why I am saying that the gift of sleep is the best idea this holiday season, brought to you …
I was given the opportunity to take this Ford Transit Connect on a road trip with all three boys this summer. Thanks to Ford for giving me this fun ride at no cost as we explored the area of Texas where I was born and raised! For the longest time, I was nervous about traveling …
How To Quickly Identify Plants And Trees was brought to you by PlantSnap App. All opinions are mine. Having three active kids means lots of outdoor time! We love to ride bikes, go for walks, go camping, go geocaching, have scavenger hunts, and just go to the park and enjoy the outdoors. Our youngest, especially, …
How To Take The Best Back to School Pictures Every year I feel like I have things together for the first day of school, but in reality, it is always chaotic, no matter what! I am scrambling to take that perfect "first day of school" picture and my kids just want to be done with …
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Disney Junior. DIY Disney FRiYAY Party! Being the mother of three boys, we haven't attended many Disney princess parties. I am here to tell you, though, that all three of my boys and I LOVE to watch Disney Junior shows together. Some of our favorites …
This post was brought to you by Hawaiian Falls. All opinions are mine. It is hard for me to believe that July is almost over. Life seems to be flying by these days, but the kids still need things to do or else we all go nuts in the house. The hot Texas sun persuades …
This post was brought to you by Yoplait. All opinions are mine. My husband's busiest time of the year is summer and funny enough, it's also when the kids are home from school. I am not going to pretend it is all sunshine and happiness around here, because being a mom is hard. Period. I …
Disney Junior's latest DVD, Minnie's Happy Helpers, is out and I have some fun activity pages to celebrate! There is also a giveaway at the bottom, so make sure not to miss it!