Dallas, TX blogger - parenting, cooking, gardening, DIY-ing, crafting, and life with three boys!
There is something about a cup of hot chocolate that makes winter and Christmas THAT much better, don't you think? Especially when it is cold outside (which often it isn't in Texas,) a cup of homemade hot cocoa is just comforting. Our two youngest boys really love hot chocolate, so I have made quite a few recipes over the years. I even love to make Spicy Hot Cocoa for those who love a spicy kick or when I have a cough or sore View Post
Have you ever sat down to watch your favorite TV show, movie, or sports game and realized that you really needed a TV upgrade? You have your favorite kind of popcorn and beverage, but the image quality just isn't up to par? It's time to head to Best Buy and check out the VIZIO P-Series 55” Class 4K HDR Smart TVs. Scroll down for 15+ delicious popcorn recipes! View Post
Have you ever sat in front of a TV to watch a big football game and just been unimpressed with the sound quality? Things are not quite as exciting if you are sitting at home in front of a dull sounding football game. Sports games come alive with Polk Speakers! View Post
Star Wars toys and collectibles never go out of style because The Force is strong with boys and girls of all ages. We're hosting a Disney Blogger giveaway to give you a chance to win a Star Wars Gift Pack - Holiday Jumbo Toy and Collectible Bundle — valued at OVER $600! Can you believe it? The Christmas Star Wars Products Giveaway is hosted by: The Positive MOM and Disney Mom Guide and co-hosted by: Mommy's Busy, 4 Hats and Frugal, View Post
This post was sponsored by Sphero as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own. Sphero BOLT and Sphero MINI - The STEAM Gifts Tweens Really Want! Our oldest son just turned 10 and that has proven to be the beginning age of a very tricky time for gift buying! He wants electronics, of course, but isn't quite there yet. He does not really want toys, but wants cool gadgets made for View Post
The holiday season is a time for delicious food and family time. The flavors of the season are to be enjoyed and allow creativity in the kitchen. My favorite Christmas flavors are cranberry, mocha, and peppermint, and these beverages all bring a new dimension to the season! My guys all love the delicious drinks of the season, from hot chocolate to cranberry drinks. We like to have lots of non alcoholic drinks for Christmas on hand because View Post
How To Prevent Sports-Related Foot Injuries in Young Athletes (guest post from Dr. Charlton Woodly) As the cold sets in students are transitioning into the winter sports season. Basketball, cheerleading, dance, soccer, wrestling. The list goes on and on. Your little athletes have the equipment and uniforms they need for practice and they have the team spirit they need to win their games, but most are overlooking one significant thing: taking View Post
I know that we have heard the warnings....cold and flu season is here. Wash your hands, load up on vitamins and supplements, get plenty of sleep, etc. But there are some obvious things that we need to be doing to get rid of the germs in our house. I am not a super germaphobe, but when you think about some of these things, you might wonder WHY have I not washed these before? Maybe you did not even know they were washable, but they are...and it is View Post
Disney's "The Nutcracker and the Four Realms" arrived in theaters on November 2, just in time for the holiday season ahead. This movie is full of adventure, imagination, color, dancing, and surprises! In this movie, Clara wants a one-of-a-kind key to unlock a box with a precious gift inside. Her journey begins to a mysterious world with four realms. To celebrate this release, I have two fun crafts for kids, inspired by two of the four realms! View Post
Like most women that I know, weight and body image is often on my mind, and has been for years. I lost weight in college doing a low carb diet. I tried again after the birth of our second son and it was simply impossible. My husband lost weight but I was cranky, shaky, and miserable. I could not enjoy our two sons because of how horrible I felt. I lost 20 pounds after our third son was born with the PiYo diet and exercise, which worked well for View Post
