Family & Parenting


Do You Have A Dream Team? 6

We received our “Dream Team Lion” in the mail today and it is absolutely adorable!!  I so wish this would have been around when my son was younger.  It seems like most kids have issues with sleep and having something like this would really help comfort and build them up. […]

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Check Out “Manic Drive’s” New CD & Enter To Win! 4

(I received this CD from FlyByPromotions and was asked to listen to it and give my opinion.  All opinions are my own.  Full disclaimer below) I received the Manic Drive – “VIP” CD from Laura Beth with FlyByPromotions and was asked to listen to it and give my review on it by way […]


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Pattern LA Classic Diaper Bag Giveaway‏ 5

  One (1) fortunate winner will receive: Pattern LA Classic Diaper Bag in their choice of color  and  Pattern LA Cosmetic Bag in their choice of size and color!!!   Total ARV is $17500!!! Pattern LA’s Classic Diaper Bag is the must-have for every fashionable mom (and dad!), with all the […]


“The Hardest Peace” Book by Kara Tippetts – Review & Giveaway 12

(I received this book from FlyByPromotions and was asked to listen to it and give my opinion.  All opinions are my own.  Full disclaimer below)   I got an email from Laura Beth with FlyByPromotions about a new book coming out called “The Hardest Peace – Expecting Grace in the Midst of […]

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Check Out PicStick – The New Personalized Photo Magnets 4

I found out about the PicStick company and their great photo website on BloggersRequired.  I thought that it looked like a great way to make your pictures last forever and be able to be used for something other than just pictures!!  I love being able to make special things for the […]


One Playspace At A Time – Claritin & Kaboom!

Parents! Vote Now to Help Kids Have More Fun – One Playspace at a Time As parents, we spend a lot of time discovering creative ways to nurture our children’s curiosity. Luckily, being outdoors provides the perfect landscape, fueling young imaginations and creating endless possibilities for exploration, discovery and creativity. […]

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“Never Ever Give Up” – An Inspiring Story 3

**Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book to review but I was not financially compensated in any way. The opinions expressed are my own and are based on my observations while reading this novel.* I received the invitation to read and review the new book called “Never Ever Give Up” […]


“Hero” DVD – Review & Giveaway 6

*Disclaimer: I received a copy of this DVD to review but I was not financially compensated in any way. The opinions expressed are my own and are based on my observations while watching this movie.* I received an email from Elliott with Edify Media, Inc. about the new movie being released […]

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Have You Heard of Rollors? 5

   Keep Your Summer Rolling!             “Rollors Outdoor Game” Have you heard of the new game called Rollors ®?  It looks like such a fun game that can be taken with you anywhere to have fun with family and friends!! , If this sounds like something […]


Chiquita Bites – Perfect 4 Back 2 School 6

             Chiquita Bites    Bite-Size Treats, Ready To Eat!! I got to try out the new Chiquita Bites, and loved them.  They are perfect for packing in your school or work lunch, or even just using as a snack during the day.  As always, the […]

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Make a “Back to School Cake” For Your Teacher 5

Make a “Back to School Cake” For Your Teacher Well, my son started 8th grade on Tuesday – crazy!!!  He goes to a private Christian school here in the White Mountains of AZ, and with the budgets and issues with supplies, etc., our school sends out a list of things […]


Respecting Our Elders….Does It Still Exist? 20

I’ve been volunteering at a local senior center here in the White Mountains of Arizona, for over 8 years now.  I’ve seen it go through a name change, new owners (twice) and of course, residents that come and go.  In today’s world, it seems that so many don’t even take the time […]


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How To Build a “Repurposed Building Block Table” 41

How To Build a “Repurposed Building Block Table“ I saw something like this on Pinterest, and thought it was adorable.  I went around to local thrift shops looking for one of these tables.  Probably should have gone to an antique shop, since these were popular when I was little! 🙂 […]


Help Your Kid’s Stay Cyber-Safe!!

         Be a Cyber-Survivor Talking to your kids about online safety is the first step “I participated in an Influencer Activation Program on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for BGCA. I received a promotional item to thank me for participating.”  I am disclosing this in accordance with the […]

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Make Something Yummy for a “Father’s Day Gift” 4

Make Something Yummy for a “Father’s Day Gift” I lost my Dad when I was 17, so Father’s Day can be a sad day for me, sometimes.  I am blessed to have a wonderful husband, however, that I can celebrate being an amazing Dad to our son.  Like they say […]


Sweet Sentiment Craft (#TBCCrafters) 4

“Sweet Sentiment” #TBCCrafters Hop So it’s almost Valentine’s day and I saw a craft like this one on Craft Test Dummies Blog and thought it would be fun to make for a Valentine gift for my Mom.  You could change these up however you wish, I just wanted to share […]


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How to Make a “Pumpkin Candy Holder” #TigerStrypesBlog 6

How to Make a “Pumpkin Candy Holder” I saw a little thing that Silhouette Craft Studio was offering and decided to download it, but decided to make it a bit different.  It was first set to be a bat (which I’ll probably use at one time), which explains the extra things in […]


How to Make a Metal Orb Pumpkin #TigerStrypesBlog 8

How to Make a Metal Orb Pumpkin I got my newsletter from good old Lowe’s the other day and saw this in there.  Thought it would be a fun one to try.  I sure wish painting and waiting for it to dry went quicker, but other than that, it turned […]


Make Some Harvest Corn Jewelry 26

Make Some Harvest Corn Jewelry  With the holiday season coming up and my garden looking like it got ran over by a truck, I figured something to do with Harvest was a good choice for this week’s craft.  I wanted to put together something you could use for the next […]