When I started blogging almost seven years ago, my first business cards were from VistaPrint. Not sure whether my blogging hobby would ever become anything more, I chose VistaPrint’s free business cards. I was pretty proud of my little cards proclaiming my new site and was thrilled to just pay for shipping plus a bit…
Parenting
7 Ways to Create a Welcoming Guest Room for House Guests with Items from Wayfair.com
If your guest room is one area of your house that you’ve been looking to upgrade, now is the time to make some changes especially if you’re hosting houseguests. The good news is that it doesn’t have to break the bank to create a space that will make guests feel like they’re at home. Purchasing…
How to #HolidayResponsibly by Finding Healthy Ways to Cope with Holiday Stress
This is a sponsored post written as part of my involvement with the Foundation for Advancing Alcohol Responsibility Last year I patted myself on the back for taking a holiday photo while we were in Hawaii for Thanksgiving and ordering cards on vacation that were waiting for us when we arrived home. This year? I just…
2014 Gift Guide: Gifts for Dad
Who said men are hard to shop for? This year put down the tie and think about what he really wants. Better speakers for a home theater experience, a DVR to ensure a favorite show is always there waiting when he wants, cool cases for his favorite digital devices, products for an easier commute, and…
2014 Gift Guide: Gifts for Moms
What do busy moms who are trying to do it all want this holiday season? Anything she wouldn’t buy herself or one of her must-have favorites in an updated design, fresh new colors, or from a brand she doesn’t know about yet. Here are 15 products that I’ve had the pleasure of testing that I’m…
How to Prepare for Black Friday Shopping to Maximize Time and Money
With incredible deals appearing online, print ads in Sunday’s paper announcing sales that start on Wednesday, and photos of tents already in place at popular retailers, you’d have to live under a rock to not know Black Friday is here. Savvy consumers know that Black Friday can be an amazing time to snag deals on…
4 Things Parents Can Do to Teach Kids About Healthy Friendships
Bert and Ernie. Woody and Buzz. Batman and Robin. Jerry and George. Scooby and Shaggy. Garfield and Odie. Laverne and Shirley. Tom and Jerry. Wayne and Garth. Fred and Barney. Lucy and Ethel. Beavis and Butthead. Norm and Cliff. Phineas and Ferb. Beezus and Ramona…There’s no doubt that dynamic duos have been part of movies,…
Save Money on Batteries for Holiday Gifts with Printable Coupons from Rayovac
This is a sponsored post written as part of my involvement as a Rayovac Power Blogger. If you’re giving a gift that makes noise, lights up, moves, or even has a screen, chances are it needs batteries. This holiday season be sure to wrap some batteries up to go along with that that exciting present…
#JustDance2015 Gets the Whole Family Up and Dancing with Positive Messaging to Be Yourself
“Mommy…You won again!” exclaimed my eight year old son between breaths after another Just Dance 2015 dance off. I have to admit that I’m not competitive when playing video games unless I’m playing Just Dance. My poor child. He didn’t know he didn’t have a chance. He had no idea that I was on…
2014 Gift Guide: Best Gifts for Teens
What to get choosy teens? Surprise them with something they’ve been wanting and saving for or wow them with something new so they can be pioneers among their friends. These gifts build upon their interests and desire to constantly stay connected thanks to smart devices that allow them to instantly share to their social networks….
