Wednesday, August 8, 2018
Searching for words to make sense of a diagnosis
Monday, August 6, 2018
Enter to win an Island Escape to Margaritaville
Here's an excellent opportunity to win a 5 day/4 night stay at Wyndham St. Thomas. You could also win a $250 resort credit and a $1000 American Express gift card.
Thursday, July 13, 2017
Enter to win a dream trip from Life Is Good.
Enter to win a dream trip from Life Is Good.
Here's the details:
Oh my gosh, I'm so excited about this contest. While shopping, I stumbled across this contest they are having and of course I had to enter. They are picking two grand prize winners and it's quite the package. Think about where you would like to go and click here to enter now!
Good Luck everyone!
Saturday, July 8, 2017
Amazon Prime Day
Tuesday July 11th is the third annual Prime Day.
What does that mean for you? Prime Day is a huge sale day for Prime members. They bring you hundreds of thousands of deals that you will only see on Prime Day. They have new deals starting as often as every five minutes, and special offers across everything included with Prime—from music and video to reading and voice shopping.
Post in the comments what you are hoping to score on Amazon Prime Day?
Friday, July 7, 2017
BodyGuardz screen protector
As a busy Mom of three, I drop my phone more often than I care to admit. I've dropped it out of the car while unloading groceries, out of my pocket while doing laundry and off the bleachers at my son's soccer game. So you could say that my phone needs protection.
I purchased my first BodyGuardz screen protector four years ago. It was offered as part of a bundle at AT&T. I figured I would try it since it claimed to truly protect your phone screen. I had Anthony my awesome rep at AT&T apply the BodyGuardz screen protector for me. It went on really quick and didn't have any bubbles like the InvisibleShield I had purchased in the past. You actually can't tell you have a screen protector on the phone. It's pretty great. It looks and feels like your phone. It's not thick or bulky.
Within the first six months I cracked the screen protector. I was so nervous that I cracked my actual phone screen. I didn't want to take the screen protector off until I had the replacement in hand.
Since it's under warranty I just went online and submitted a claim. It took under a minute and I received an email notification that my new screen protector was being shipped. BodyGuardz makes the whole process effortless.
I received my replacement screen protector within a week. I was so excited to
take the cracked one off and see if my actual phone screen cracked. It didn't
and I was so glad.
Here's what my BodyGuardz screen protector looked like when
I took it off.
It took all the damage from each time I dropped it. My screen was in perfect condition when I took it off.
~AMAZING~
I purchased one for each member of my family. This very affordable screen protector has saved my phone my multiple times. I highly suggest it for everyone. You will never crack your actual screen. It's an amazing product and it's guaranteed as long as you own the phone.
Visit BodyGuardz to see what other devices they can protect for you.
Here's a little bit about BodyGuardz. It was founded in 2002, in Draper, UT. What began as a small line of screen protectors for a limited number of devices, grew into a solid organization that provides thousands of protection products to mobile device users throughout the world. BodyGuardz was placed on the Inc. 500 list as one of the fastest-growing companies in 2015.
Tuesday, May 23, 2017
Coupons and Cash Back when you shop.
You all know how much I love saving money. You also know that when I discover something great I have to share it with my readers. When I discovered Ebates I immediately fell in love. They have tons of coupons for every store you could want to shop at. They even give you cash back on each purchase. If you shop online you have to sign up with Ebates. You can even buy online and pick up in store. It's free and super easy to use. Check it out today and share with anyone who loves to save money. Don't wait, start earning your cashback today.
Monday, May 22, 2017
What a way to start your day.
I've never been one of those "Ah it's Monday" kinda people. I tend to have more like "Crap it's Thursday night" and I don't have a plan for dinner tonight. However, today I get it. It all started with waking up late. I mean of course that would have to happen. While rushing around to get ready I stubbed my toe. How original, I know :) Now it's time to put lotion on. I like to think that I'm super efficient so I have my lotion bottle next to the hand soap. You have to put on one after the other so it makes sense, or at least it did. So I pump a HUGE amount of soap into my hand and begin rubbing it all over my legs. I did the first one and then started on the second. I smelled something different but I was in too much of a hurry to be concerned with it. I started walking out the door and noticed that my legs were sticky. Okay, that's such a gross feeling. I rubbed my leg to see if maybe I had excess lotion on. Nope, it was hand soap. I panicked! I was so stuck in the "How did I do that" stage that I couldn't think of a solution. After making myself crazy for a few minutes, I grabbed a towel and washed it off. Problem solved. What a crappy way to start your Monday. I will let you know how the rest of the day goes. I hope you all have a wonderful day and don't forget to be Awesome!
Monday, March 27, 2017
Stop comparing yourself to others and live a happy life.
This quote is one of my favorites and one I try to remember each day. It's a hard lesson to learn, but you have to just be yourself. Don't let your perception of another person's reality cloud your happiness. It's usually not all it's made up to be. We are constantly engaging with our friends and family on social media. It's the first thing we do in the morning and the last thing we do at night. We are inundated with posts about luxurious gifts, on a whim trips and impromptu date nights. This is mostly bologna. If you are married and have children when the hell do you have time to pee alone let alone be whisked off to Mexico for a weekend? You can't just leave in a minutes notice without chaos ensuing. Why would your husband buy you a new beamer when the minivan you're driving is only a year old?
My Mom was always telling me to think before I speak. I think people nowadays need to think before they post. The lives some people are portraying online is so fake. Most Moms barely get enough sleep to function in the morning. We only dream of a real "Vacation". Not the one that you take with your children. No that's more work than staying home while school is in session during Science project season. I mean a real vacation. The kind of vacation where you get to sleep in and you are only awakened by the sounds of the ocean waves crashing against the sand. The vacation where someone brings you pretty colored drinks with a mini umbrella in it. I don't have time for the social media competition. I'm too busy raising my children to be the best they can be. I sometimes throw on yesterday's pants and a sweater to cover up the cereal my son spilled on me. I don't worry about the little things. I mean they are just that, the little things. As long as my children are clean, fed and have a roof over their head I'm happy.
I think it's great if you have time to spend hours on end on Facebook. Just remember, us regular ole Moms who are trying our best are reading your posts. Try and be more realistic and maybe try writing a post about waking up in the middle of the night by being puked on. Or taking your first sip of coffee and realizing your daughter "made it for you" with a concoction of ketchup and milk. How about walking out of the house late of course and once at work you notice you have two different shoes on. Yes, it happens. Being a Mom is a huge challenge. We don't need any more obstacles. Real life is just as interesting if not more interesting than the fabricated life you're portraying. Feel free to share a real story. You may be surprised at how many people can relate.
To all the Moms reading this, stop comparing yourself to others. You are doing a great job! Just remember, you are a great Mom and your children are wonderful. No one notices your mismatched shoes and the stain on your shirt. They just see you, a beautiful Mom who loves her kids. Keep up the good work.
Thursday, March 23, 2017
Pandora
Ah Pandora, what is going on with you? I believe that I have
a love hate relationship with you. When your good your good but when your bad,
Wow it’s bad. I recently read an article about Pandora losing money to other “Free”
music sites. It makes sense to me but don’t punish the loyal listeners. We have
been with you since day one. It makes a Mom's day of cleaning so much nicer if you have great music to listen to.
Friday, November 18, 2016
Gluten Free Thanksgiving recipes
Photo credit to Food Network
For those of you in need of some gluten free recipes, please check out Gluten Free Thanksgiving recipes. I was surprised at how delicious some of them looked. They have some great dishes so you can make something for everyone. Check out Gluten Free Thanksgiving recipes for more information. The Food Network also has great options. You can find them here.
Wednesday, November 2, 2016
Stop child abuse now
Don't be silent and hope someone else will do something. It only takes a second to save a child's life. Child abuse has become a huge issue in the US. Too many cases of abuse go unnoticed and result in the death of an innocent child. To find out what you can do to help stop child abuse please visit Childhelp Chapters to find a local chapter.
Please read the below statistics from Childhelp.org
National Child Abuse Statistics
A report of child abuse is made every
ten seconds.
More than four
children die every day as a result of child abuse.
It is estimated that between 50-60% of child fatalities due to
maltreatment are not recorded as
such on death certificates.
Approximately 70% of children that die from abuse are under the
age of 4.
More than 90% of juvenile sexual abuse victims know their
perpetrator in some way.
Child abuse occurs at every socioeconomic level, across ethnic
and cultural lines, within all religions and at all levels of education.
About 30% of abused and neglected children will later abuse their own children, continuing
the horrible cycle of abuse.
In at least one study, about 80% of 21 year olds that were
abused as children met criteria for at least one psychological disorder.
The estimated annual cost of child abuse and neglect in the
United States for 2008 is $124
billion.
14% of all men in prison and 36% of
women in prison in the USA were abused as children, about twice the frequency
seen in the general population.
Children who experience child abuse & neglect are about 9 times more likely to become involved
in criminal activity.
Tuesday, November 1, 2016
Chocolate no-bake oatmeal cookies = YUM
This is one of my families favorite treats for the holidays. Make sure you have milk in the fridge because you can't eat these without it. They are very rich. Oh and don't tell my Mom that I just made these. They are her favorite :)
Chocolate No Bake Cookies
2 - cups granulated sugar
3 - tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 - cup butter
1/2 - cup evaporated milk
1/2 - teaspoon salt
3 - cups quick or old fashioned oats
1/2 - cup creamy peanut butter
1 - teaspoon vanilla extract
In a medium sized saucepan over medium high heat add butter, sugar, cocoa powder, milk and salt.
Stir until butter is melted and ingredients are
incorporated.
Bring to a boil, and boil for 2 minutes, stirring constantly so it doesn't burn.
Remove from heat and stir in peanut butter until completely melted.
Add vanilla and oatmeal while mixing well.
Drop by tablespoon full onto wax paper.
Let cool completely on waxed paper.
Remove the cookies once they have set up. They are delicious so make plenty because the go fast. At least they do in my house.
Enjoy!
Monday, October 31, 2016
Friday, October 28, 2016
Thursday, October 27, 2016
Enter to win a beautiful yellow diamond ring.
Enter to win a beautiful yellow diamond ring from the Gem Shopping Network.
Wednesday, October 26, 2016
Win a Luxurious Trip to Costa Rica
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Prize includes round-trip airfare, $100 dining credit per day, a 60 min spa treatment per person rendered in an open air bungalows surrounded by the rainforest and exclusive access to hotel's hot springs and gardens.
Tuesday, October 25, 2016
Enter for a chance to win a trip to Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights in 2017
Enter for a chance to win a trip to Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights in 2017. Simply enter your name, email and phone number. Good Luck!
Monday, October 24, 2016
Enter to win a VIP trip to Indianapolis to see the Indy 500.
Bosch is giving two lucky people the chance to take a VIP NASCAR trip to Indianapolis to see the Indy 500 Stock Race in the 2016/2017 Motorsport Sweepstakes.
Friday, October 21, 2016
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Share this info-graphic with someone you love.
This info-graphic is courtesy of Ihadcancer.com
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