Our CFK Jennie-O Make a Healthy Switch Donation and My Soda Free Progress

As a participant in May’s Champions for Kids Jennie-O Healthy Switch Simple Service Project, I gave up drinking soda, to save money and funnel that savings into donating food to help kids in need in our own community.  With “Healthy Switch” being the theme, I wanted to be sure the recipes we created and used [...]

Baby Ota – the Ultimate Comfort and Swaddling Experience : Review and Give Away

On May 10, 2012, in Family Circus, Fitness, Exercise & Health Issues, Giveaways, Reviews, by Glenda Embree

As many of you are mothers, just like me, I know that saying the word “colic” will no doubt bring up memories of sleepless nights and a wailing infant who couldn’t be consoled, no matter what you tried.  After weeks and weeks of the same, and reaching a point of near exhaustion, some well-meaning soul [...]

The Vow: Released Today on DVD

On May 8, 2012, in Family Circus, Fun for Mom and Dad, by Glenda Embree

If you’re like me, and you missed this movie when it was in theaters, your second chance starts, today.  The Vow is being released on DVD, May 8.  Be sure to grab your copy and plan a fun Girls’ Night Movie Marathon that includes this fantastic love story!  The fact that it’s based on a [...]

No Drips in Our House! Our Tommee Tippee Explora Sippy Cup Review and Give Away

On May 8, 2012, in Budget-wise, Family Circus, Giveaways, In the Kitchen, Reviews, by Glenda Embree

  Have you ever lifted a purse or diaper bag to your shoulder and felt that drip, drip, drip down your side from a leaking tippy cup inside?  Or discovered a tippy cup lying on it’s side, dried and matted to the carpet in that corner behind the couch where your toddler plays?  Or enjoyed [...]

Zoku Duo Quick Pop Maker Review and Give Away!

Are you ready for frozen treats to cool and refresh you for summer?  This has got to be one of the most ingenious and fun kitchen gadgets I have seen in a long time and I’m so excited to share the fun with you! How many of you have had the experience of making popsicles [...]

Healthy Kids and Healthy Me : Giving Up Soda for a Cause

I’m not going to lie.  I’m wincing a little as I write this.  Not because I’m in physical pain, but because mentally I have convinced myself that I need something — something that this month, I’m not going to have  — something I love — something that I have been known to hide from the [...]

Kiwi Crates: High Quality, Fun & Creative Hands-on Kids’ Activity Kits: Review & Giveaway

It’s very nearly that time of year, when many parents panic just a little bit, about what to do with their kids all summer.  Yes, very soon, school will be out and providing activities that are fun AND worthwhile can be a challenge in our technology-soaked world.  Engaging minds and keeping hands busy with productive [...]

Can Healthy Snacks Be Satisfying, Comfort Food? Our Healthy Snacking Challenge

On May 1, 2012, in Fitness, Exercise & Health Issues, In the Kitchen, Reviews, by Glenda Embree

I’m on a quest to reduce the sugar in our family’s diet.  I’m excited about the potential changes – for weight, for health, for just feeling better.  My family … not so much.    Don’t get me wrong.  None of them have anything against being a healthy weight, being in the best possible health or [...]

Simply Right 4X Probiotic Digestive Care Supplement and a Chance to Win a $400 Sam’s Club Gift Card!

On May 1, 2012, in Fitness, Exercise & Health Issues, Giveaways, Reviews, by Glenda Embree

Awhile back, I shared how much the Member’s Mark 4X Probiotic Digestive Care Supplement had helped my husband with his lactose intolerance and digestive problems.  Probiotics have changed the way he is able to eat and enjoy food and we feel really fortunate to have learned about them.  The supplement has recently undergone a packaging [...]

Tips and Tricks for Great Family Portraits

On April 26, 2012, in Budget-wise, Family Circus, Reviews, by Glenda Embree

If your family is large, like mine, you have limited opportunities to get EVERYONE together in one place for a new family portrait.  When the occasion arises, you want the best possible outcome for your effort and a great portrait that captures the memories and fun of your family-time.  While I am not even as [...]

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