Dirt in a Jar, Laundry Scientists, and Clean Water

I was recently approached about P&G's Children's Safe Drinking Water Program.  If I would like to try it out, and share it with my readers. You bet I hit respond to that email immediately. … [Read more...]

Curls for Dayyyyzzzz.

The funny thing is that my curly hair has only been wound into ringlets the last few years. Minus, of course, the unfortunate year in the early 90's when the poodle tight perm was in style.  In … [Read more...]

Reluctant Reader, Kindles, & FreeTime Unlimited

As a lover of books myself, it has come as a great source of disappointment that my oldest, at a whopping 7 years old, has little to no interest in reading. I suppose it would be like Michael … [Read more...]

Holiday Memories {giveaway}

  Ah, the holidays. You know, it's stressful.  And crazy.  And hectic. And wonderful.  And marvelous.  And lovely. Part of that wonderful stress is maintaining (and inventing?) … [Read more...]

Being #unstoppablemoms in 2014 #ad

Disclosure: I wrote this post as part of my participation in a blog tour for The Motherhood on behalf of the makers of Children’s MOTRIN® and received compensation to thank me for taking the time … [Read more...]

Minted Holiday Cards {giveaway}

  It is time. Time to order holiday cards and get them in the mail to your loved ones.  (And let's face it, the people you don't love so much too.  Sometimes.) If you mail out cards, let … [Read more...]

Cozy Porches

I have long dreamed of a big wrap around front porch outfitted with porch swings, incredible potted plants, and rocking chairs. Well before I ever owned a home, I had a calendar that was literally … [Read more...]

#SIMPLEGiving is Simply Giving

"Hey guys!  Wanna come with me today?  I have a special project to do..." Excitedly, they piled into the car, a jumble of untied shoes and unkempt hair. "What is it mama?" "Remember how mom … [Read more...]