A Tree Dilemma

Christmas tree, 2013

I had mentioned that we bought a new Christmas tree last week. This tree was just what I wanted: 7.5 ft, pre-lit artificial tree with LED lights. Even better, this tree has a little box on the cord … [Continue reading...]



Best Buy Is A Top Holiday Shopping Destination #bbyHoliday13

Best Buy Christmas

Thank you to Best Buy for sponsoring this post. It's December 1 - are you done with your holiday shopping yet? Contrary to the Black Friday messaging that you need to get all of your shopping done … [Continue reading...]



Easiest Black Friday Ever

Home Depot Santa

I've always been a Black Friday shopper. Oh, I know, it's a crazy pastime to fight crowds in the cold early morning hours, but I've enjoyed the sport of it. However, it's been less and less fun over … [Continue reading...]



Disney’s Frozen Melted Our Hearts

Ice palace

You may remember a little while ago, I expressed some concerns over Disney's new movie, Frozen. When we were at Walt Disney World back in February, we got our first glimpse of some of the art from … [Continue reading...]



Bad Decisions All Around

Flu shot

I know I'm one of those parents that some people dread. I try to be actively involved in nearly everything concerning my children. Because Cordy has never been a "one size fits most" child, I've had … [Continue reading...]



Attractive Activity Tracking With The Misfit Shine

Shine completed goal

Thanks to Best Buy for sponsoring this review. It's well established that I love gadgets. And gadgets that help me improve my health? Why, of course I'm interested. I've already reviewed two … [Continue reading...]



Eight Years and You’re Still Reading!

an old, old header

Way back in November 2005, I was a mom to one 14 month old girl. Due to work issues, I had switched to a part-time job just so our daughter wasn't spending her entire time in daycare while we worked. … [Continue reading...]