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Last week, the world lost one of feistiest women I know -- my grandma on my dad's side. There were a few things she really liked: Coca-Cola, candy, crossword puzzles, Jeopardy, and listening to her Bose radio. Unfortunately, she wasn't able to enjoy those things as she aged and her vision and … Continue Reading..
Is there anything better than summer in Michigan? I certainly don't think so! I have a lot of love for all the seasons my home state offers, but nothing gets me more excited than spending the summer by water and relaxing around a bonfire at the end of the night. I decided to come up with another … Continue Reading..
Disclosure: Quilted Northern provided me with a year’s supply of their product for the purpose of this giveaway. Quilted Northern will provide a year's supply to one lucky winner as well. All opinions expressed are my own. Do you all have a favorite brand of toilet paper? I totally do. Mine is … Continue Reading..
After more than nine months of being strong while parenting two kids, I finally had a breakdown last Friday night. I usually can keep it together pretty good, but truth is, I've just felt extremely overwhelmed lately {apparently this is what happens when you want too many things to happen all at … Continue Reading..
To get through the long days I have chasing two kiddos around, it's so important I start the day with a hearty breakfast. Recently, I've tried to up the ante because with all this sunshine, I want to be active outside, but find I lose steam early on if I'm not eating right throughout the … Continue Reading..
Disclosure: The giveaway below is sponsored by the United Dairy Industry of Michigan. I received a similar gift package in exchange for posting. All opinions expressed my own. An 8 ounce serving of milk, flavored or not, gives us as much... Vitamin A as 2 hard-boiled eggs Phosphorus as 1 … Continue Reading..
We were SO lucky when we moved last year. One of our big things with moving to a new house was that we didn't want to do a lot of work since we had a baby on the way and knew life was going to be chaotic for, well, a LONG time. But, being the woman I am who constantly likes change, there are a … Continue Reading..
Today is Earth Day, so I thought it would be fun to share a great recipe for making DIY laundry soap that is super earth-friendly and great for kids with sensitive skin. Another bonus? It can be made for a great price too! My friend Lindsey shared this recipe with me and I recently got around to … Continue Reading..