Beauty and the Beast isn’t just another princess movie. Beyond the castle and the gorgeous gown is a story that conveys strong themes that empower the next generation of girls while teaching our boys to honor and respect strong women. Despite being the tale as old as time, Beauty and the Beast has grown up…
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Blossom, Bubbles & Buttercup: The Powerpuff Girls Are on Hulu! (w giveaway & #RealLifePowerpuff Sweeps)
This is a sponsored post Do you remember Blossom, Bubbles, and Buttercup? The Powerpuff Girls that you remember from the late 90s animated television series are back for a new generation to enjoy on Hulu, the only place to find the full classic series.
How a Scary Drive Home from a Ski Trip Almost Led to Buying a Kia Sorento and Why it’s on My Short List of Cars I Love
Imagine driving down a highway cutting through a remote part of the state late at night while snow is hitting the windshield. The temperatures hover just below freezing so frozen flakes swirl below the tires who roll along the white salt treated road. The interior of the car is warm, cozy, and sleep inducing for…
2017 Valentine’s Day Gift Guide: Gifts to Set Their Hearts Aflutter
While Valentine’s Day is a single day about love, I think we could all agree that it’s always important to love and celebrate those we hold near and dear to our hearts. Whether an immediate family member, relative, or a close friend who happens to provide kindness during a time you need it most, Valentine’s…
5 Tips for Making Family Movie Nights a Bonding Experience in the Digital Age
The days when we used to all sit around snuggled on the couch with favorite snacks as we watched a movie together seem to be disappearing. As sad as this might be, it’s reflective of how the way our family consumes content has changed as our kids have grown up and the way that digital…
4 Ways to Practice Self Care to Be the Best Parent You Can Be
I’ve been in a funk. Cold, gray winter days combined with a transition of power that has left our country divided and an onslaught of news that makes my head spin sapped me of my energy, creativity, and desire to write. I knew my mood was turning sour and since the last thing I wanted…
How Our Long Search for a Labrador Led to Love in a Forever Home
This post is sponsored by Universal Pictures’ upcoming film release, A Dog’s Purpose Six years ago today we adopted Oliver and I never knew that our search for a dog that was just right for our family could result in so much love. I never grew up with dogs like my husband did. His house…
9 Reasons Non-Minivan Owners Will Fall in Love with the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica
This post is sponsored by FCA US; however, all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own Confession: I’m a mom who doesn’t drive a minivan and have always been ok with it until I spent a week driving the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica. I have to say it wasn’t love at first sight though. Despite clean…
Reducing Parental Anxiety Over Newborn Feedings with BlueSmart Mia Smart Bottle & App
This is a sponsored post It’s hard to believe that in the coming year, I will have a teenager. The 4 year old that was the inspiration behind this blog will turn 13 in 2017. As I reflect back on the past thirteen years of her life, I am in awe. Indeed time has flown…
The Long Story Behind the Start of Tech Savvy Mama
This is a sponsored post written in partnership with for The Long Story Short “So you used to teach but now you travel to Haiti, go to CES, and run races to fundraise for St. Jude?” a neighbor asked this weekend as we gathered for a holiday celebration. The perplexed look on her face said…
