My number one tool for decorating

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I am not the type of person that runs out and buys all the decorations for my house at one time.  I’m always on the look out for the perfect piece.  You never know when you’re going to run into that perfect basket, picture, pillow or decor piece.  The problem is, how often are you [...]

Today they’ll lay my Grandfathers last brother to rest.

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Today my Great Uncle Bob will be laid to rest.  I’ve thought about this post for the last 24 hours and I still have no idea how to start it or how to end it.  It’s not like we didn’t know that Uncle Bobs time was coming.  That dang C word seems to get everyone [...]

Munchkin Squeezy Spoon Review

Munchkin Squeezy Spoon

I am a HUGE fan of munchkin baby products!  I have a ton of their baby and toddler products even from before Zach was born.  Last year when they found out I was pregnant they sent me a basket full of goodies.  Seriously, one of my favorite baby gifts!  Some if it I’m just now [...]

Living with Adult Dyslexia

Living and Blogging with Adult Dyslexia

So I have a small little secret.  Though I’m sure those of you who read me regularly probably won’t be surprised by this announcement.  I am dyslexic. There I said.  I haven’t mentioned it on the site before. I didn’t want any of you to think I was using it as an excuse for my [...]

Playing with Pinypon

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A couple of weeks ago we were sent a set from Pinypon to review. In 2009 FAMOSA redesign and relaunch the Pinypon brand of mix and match dolls.  With homes, cars, boats, apartments, a mall and even a hotel there is some much to encourage “pretend” play.   These mix and match dolls insure that they’ll  never [...]

Monica Lindstrom shares her TV secrets and how she deals with trolls! #JodiArias

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For the past few months Monica Lindstrom has been covering the Jodi Arias trial for HLN and a number of  local Phoenix networks.  I always have a million questions for her, but it just so happens that she’s a BFF so I can ask her anytime.  Many of you aren’t as lucky as I am so I [...]

Fashion, Teacher Appreciation and Educating Kids

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I am a jewelry minimalist. I always have my ring on and when I head out I’ll throw on 1 or 2 other items.  A necklace, bracelet or another ring.  I am a strong believer of less is more. Last Thursday the Stefanie from Ooph.com introduced me to The Leakey Collection and now I am in love! [...]

Happy Mama, happy kids! Silk Latte is making that happen #TasteSilk

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It is no secret that I am not a morning person. I spend the morning rushing around barking orders, begging and pleading for everyone to get ready. Once I’ve loaded everyone up in the car I beg for silence. I hate talking or evening listening to anyone in the morning. Just a little silence please? [...]

How to clean your disgustingly dirty carseat.

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I swear to you Ellie’s baby stuff was never as dirty as Zach’s.  I don’t know if it’s because she was the first and I was just better at cleaning up after her or if it’s because Zach’s a gross boy. As I was putting Zach in his carseat the other day I nearly died [...]

Perfect Portions helping me be a better Mom! #QuakerEpicAdventures

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  I’ll be the first to admit that I could get up earlier in the mornings, and I could probably be a bit more organized. Let’s face it, that just not going to happen. My mornings have always been crazed and timed to the very last second. Kids didn’t change that. I need a quick, easy, and healthy breakfast [...]

Pay attention Dads, Moms needs Beats too.

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So my next pick for Mother’s Day is  the new beats pill from Beats by Dr. Dre I have secretly been wanting a cool pair of Beats by Dr. Dre.  I just haven’t had the nerve to go in and buy something that cool for myself.  I don’t know if I’m cool enough. Then I got an email from [...]

Hey Dads, let’s talk about Mother’s Day!

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I’ve  said it before and I’ll say it again, a vacuum cleaner is not a gift.  It is a household appliance.  You buy it because your family needs a vacuum cleaner!  DUH! Through out today I’m going to share a few of my favorite Mother’s Day gift ideas. Let’s start with one of my favorite [...]