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I received a gift card in exchange for the post below. I can’t post for free, but I will post for coffee. All opinions expressed belong to me. Who here has two thumbs and runs on coffee? Let me give you a clue: This girl. I love it, I love it, I love it, and I […]
PAW Patrol Live! is hitting the stage in Detroit in November, and I have the scoop and a giveaway! ABOUT THE SHOW Based on the hit animated TV series on Nickelodeon, PAW Patrol Live! “Race to the Rescue” brings everybody’s favorite pups to the stage for an action-packed, high-energy, musical adventure. When Mayor Goodway goes […]
The post below is sponsored by Meijer. All opinions expressed are my own. I love the start of any season because not only does it mean a change in weather, but also a change in clothing, beauty products, and the opportunity to purge and get organized. I’ve been on an organization kick lately, and it […]
The post below is sponsored by Peaceable Kingdom. All opinions expressed belong to me. This week my oldest started kindergarten. To say it has been an adjustment would be an understatement. The truth is, it has shaken our house up a bit, but not all in a negative way necessarily. It’s just…different. One positive is that […]
Motown has a new legend to add to its legion of superstars, but this time it’s in doll form. Friends, meet Melody, the newest American Girl historical BeForever character. Isn’t she adorable in her Motown recording studio? I’m obsessed! This past Saturday, guests gathered at the Charles H. Wright Museum in Detroit to debut Melody Ellison, a positive, optimistic girl growing […]
I recently had the opportunity to visit Domino’s world headquarters in Ann Arbor, Michigan. As a relatively small blogger with a passion for all things Michigan and pizza, it was such an honor to be invited to visit this iconic company that delivers pizza around the world. During my visit, I learned a ton about the company’s […]
I received a gift card to facilitate this review. All opinions expressed belong to me. This summer I’ve started a trend with my kids…Every few weeks, we head to the park in the morning with donuts. Occasionally we meet up with friends or I bring along a few extra neighbor kids. Donuts are awesome because […]
The post below is sponsored by Green Oak Village Place. All opinions expressed belong to me. I recently visited Green Oak Village Place in Brighton, Michigan for a fun reason: To trendspot for fall. I had a blast walking around JCPenney, Justice and Payless and spotting items that are perfect for kiddos. I love wandering […]
The post below is sponsored by Meijer and Coppertone. All opinions expressed are my own. We are inching closer to the halfway point in the summer…Crazy right?! Can’t believe I’ll have a kindergartener in the fall! Every summer, I make a bucket list. I love doing this because it helps give me ideas on what […]
The post below is part of a sponsored campaign and clothing was provided, however, the views expressed are my own. I have a few rules I follow for purchasing kid clothing if it costs more than $10: Is it for a special occasion or photos? {If so, more than $10 may be OK} Can they actually […]
I will be receiving passes for entry into the Oakland County Fair in exchange for promoting. All opinions expressed are my own. Nothing says summer quite like a fair, right? I like to think summer hasn’t started until I’ve had an elephant ear and sweated through some good old fashioned carnival rides. In fact, visiting […]
The post below is sponsored by Aubree’s Pizzeria & Grill. All opinions and photos belong to me. One of our favorite local restaurants to visit as a family is Aubree’s Pizzeria & Grill. There’s quite a few thing we love about this regional chain: Plenty of delicious Michigan brews on tap, an affordable daily lunch […]
I have an ongoing relationship with Meijer and was sent a gift card and new products for the purpose of this post. All opinions expressed are my own. Spring is the perfect season to change-up your beauty routine. With the help of Meijer, I’ve made some changes over here, and am having a ball trying some […]
Have you ever heard of the live show Listen To Your Mother? Maybe you haven’t yet, but let me tell you — it’s a concept that rocks for empowering storytellers to talk about any aspect of motherhood — whether you are a mother, want to be a mother, or just want to share about a mother […]
maurices provided me with a gift card for this post. All opinions expressed and trends spotted are my own. I recently had the opportunity to spend some alone time shopping and trend spotting at the Brighton area’s place for fashion: Green Oak Village Place. I took some time to walk around to a few stores and […]
I recently attended the press preview for Zootopia with my two side critics — my 5 and 3-year-olds. Zootopia opens TODAY. Should you take the kids to see it? Read my thoughts below! ABOUT ZOOTOPIA The modern mammal metropolis of Zootopia is a city like no other. Comprised of habitat neighborhoods like ritzy Sahara Square and frigid […]
I am a LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Michigan Ambassador and will receive tickets in exchange for promoting the attraction. Views expressed are my own. It’s the FINAL COUNTDOWN to the LEGOLAND Discovery Center Michigan grand opening! This gem will open to the public on March 25, 2016, and this LEGO-loving family is SO ready for some fun […]
This post is sponsored by OshKosh B’Gosh; however, all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own. Spring is officially 19 days away…Not that I’m counting or anything 😉 After a scattered few months of off and on cold mixed with random snow days, we are so ready for the sun here in Michigan. I’m already […]
It has been awhile since I have updated you all on the progress we have made with my 3-year-old, Karina, these past few months. If you aren’t familiar, she was diagnosed with Sensory Processing Disorder {a.k.a. SPD} last October, and we’ve been trying to figure out ways to work with her ever since. {Read the beginning here.} […]
Disney on Ice presents 100 Years of Magic is skating back into town to The Palace of Auburn Hills March 10-13, 2016 and this time it’s to celebrate all of the classics, and the 100+ years of fun Disney has brought to us. My kids adore these shows, and will be especially excited to see two of […]