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How To Mom At The Expert Level - No Tantrums, Save Money, Get Stuff Done!

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 …

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DIY Washcloth Animal Puppets - Make The Nighttime Routine Easier!

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 …

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Homemade Instant Pot Zucchini Lasagna - Ready In 30 Minutes!

While my kids love pizza, hamburgers, and hot dogs, the meal that they ALWAYS devour and ALWAYS eat leftover is lasagna.  I always make a big pan of it because they eat it well and there are different ways to make it more healthy.  When I started avoiding gluten and now that we are on …

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20 Out Of This World Galaxy DIY s To Make Today!

One of the hottest new trends is the galaxy diy theme.  There is something so fascinating about the blue, purple, black, and white colors all swirled together.  And add in a few sparkles or bursts of white and it's simply captivating!  If you love constellations and stars, this is the collection for you.  These tutorials …

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5 Daily Habits To Boost Your Immune System This Winter

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 …

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Air Fryer Donuts and Adorable Donut Valentines! {free printable}

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 …

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Wild Kratts LIVE! Is A Great Experience For Wild Kratts Fans!

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 …

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Homemade Cranberry Soda - An Easy Drink Recipe To Make Christmas Special

contains affiliate links My boys love soda, it's true.  They are allowed soda on special occasions and are big water drinkers, so I'm okay with it.  There is a restaurant that we go to sometimes that offers a homemade blackberry cream soda, and they order it every time. That inspired me to start creating my …

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Pulled Pork Deviled Eggs - A Delicious, Winning Appetizer!

I love creating new recipes...fun new mash ups that take a traditional food over the top.  Football watching parties are the best time to try out these new recipes because everyone is focused on the game.  But when they take a bite of these delicious Pulled Pork Deviled Eggs, they are sure to stop what …

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Math Is Fun (And Yummy!) With This Countdown Activity And Real Fruit Manipulatives

  Our "baby" just turned 4 a few weeks ago.  It is really hard to believe, but this is a fun age, for sure.  Sometimes I think we really do treat him like the baby and we are not teaching him things like we taught the older two boys. He learns a lot from day …

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Give an Oil Change Gift Basket and Bless Someone with a Year of Protection for Their Car!

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 …

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Find THE Perfect Stocking Stuffer For Kids (That Will Benefit Parents, Too!)

Finding the perfect stocking stuffer for kids and adults is hard, but I have a great one to share with you!  This post has been brought to you by Jasco Projectables and all opinions are mine. When I shop for my kids, I have to always remind myself of the mental image I have of …

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How To Find Perfect, Unique Gifts? Shop Small Business!

Thank you PayPal for sponsoring this post. Shop small merchants with PayPal to make your holiday shopping a breeze.  How to find perfect unique gifts, shop small business! 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 …

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How To Help Kids Prevent Allergy Symptoms Before They Start

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 …

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Identifying Food Intolerances Can Improve Your Life

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 …

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Peppermint Candied Bacon Cupcakes - A Truly Delicious, Unique Dessert!

During the holidays, there are so many meals and different times to celebrate and bring joy.  When I attend a holiday party, the desserts are always delicious, but the same every year.  Apple pie, peppermint cookies, and possibly another dessert.  Holiday parties are pretty predictable, am I right?  I wanted to make a dessert that …

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Fantasia Gardens Mini Golf At Walt Disney World - Perfect For When You Have A Late Flight!

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 …

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Instant Pot Fried Rice - The Perfect, Super Easy Side Dish!

If there is one side dish that always gets devoured, it's rice  It's such a good filler and it's very versatile, so I always keep some in the pantry.  This Instant Pot Fried Rice is SO good.  Serve it alongside orange chicken, Crispy Ginger Beef, beef & broccoli, or even Instant Pot Korean Beef.  I …

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Why A New Nectar Mattress And The Gift Of Sleep Is The Best Idea This Holiday Season

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 …

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BBQ Chicken Queso - A Delicious Twist For Football Watching Parties!

BBQ Chicken Queso is sponsored.  All opinions are mine. Being from Texas, queso is basically considered a food group!  Queso is made in many different ways with many different delicious cheeses.  I wanted to change up the game with this delicious BBQ Chicken Queso!  It's perfect for tailgating or watching football games at home!  The …

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Simplify Shopping With Kids And Encourage Independence With This Trick!

As children grow up and go through different phases, we parents have to adjust our approach to just about everything.  Read on to see how I've simplified shopping with kids, while encouraging them to be independent with this simple trick and a little planning, with help from our sponsor, Stonyfield® Organic YoKids®.   When we had our first son, …

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Moms, Don't Wait For Dad! Confidently Take Your Kids On A Road Trip Alone

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 …

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Calm The Dinnertime Chaos And Get The Conversations Started

Thank you Mardi Gras Napkins for sponsoring this post. Learn more about Mardi Gras Conversation Starter Napkins here and grab your coupon today! Dinnertime is something that we hold sacred in our house.  That means that sometimes we are sitting down to eat dinner at 4:30 PM, but if that's what it takes, then we …

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Smoked Sausage Sheet Pan Meal - The Kids Can Help With Prep

Growing up, my mom would always make the best smoked sausage. Every one of us loved nights when it was on the menu. I remember her carefully turning each piece of cut smoked sausage in the pan and the delicious smell that filled the house. Funny how little things like that can make such great …

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How To Upgrade Your Front Door For A More Elegant Look

How To Upgrade Your Front Door For A More Elegant Look was brought to you by Zabitat. All opinions are mine. When we moved into our home over six years ago, the door looked great.  It's amazing how three kids and six years have taken a toll on it.  There were scratches, black spots, and …

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Chocolate Covered Strawberry Mickey Mouse Cereal Bars

This chocolate covered strawberry Mickey Mouse cereal bars was brought to you by Post cereals.  All opinions are mine. As a child, I always loved it when my mom made peanut butter cereal balls.  They were SO good and would disappear very quickly.  While these ARE delicious (especially with Malt O Meal Peanut Butter Cups!), …

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Make This Fun DIY Soccer Keychain And Soccer Snacks For The Game!

Make This Fun DIY Soccer Keychain And Soccer Snacks For The Game has been sponsored. The end of summer means a lot of different things to different people.  School, football season, and band have all begun.  For our family, it means one thing:  soccer. Hubby has been the assistant coach for our 8 year old for eight …

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How To Quickly Identify Plants And Trees When You Are Exploring The Outdoors

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, …

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15 Minute Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Rice

15 Minute Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Rice contains affiliate links   We have Mexican food at least once a week.  While I do love  making Instant Pot Mexican Rice, I like to change it up a bit sometimes and make a different side dish.  Same rice, some of the same ingredients, but SUCH a different flavor! …

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Fall Washi Tape Jars - Cute DIY Using Upcycled Yogurt Jars

Yes, here I am again with a craft using these adorable yogurt jars!  They really are the perfect size for so many crafts!  The first thought I had when I bought Oui yogurt is that they look like little cauldrons.  They come with a foil lid so they're technically not jars, but pots, but they …

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10 Fun, Classic Recess Games Every Child Should Play!

This is a sponsored post written by me. All opinions are entirely my own.  Enjoy these classic recess games! Some of my favorite memories from my childhood include the playground and the fun recess games that we played.  I remember swinging, riding on the merry-go-round, and flying up and down on the see-saws, but the …

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