It's funny how certain seasons triggers specific emotions & memories I had as a child. My grandmother would spend several hours a day in the spring & summer months tending to her large garden. I benefited from the harvest, but I also grew a love for gardening and to this day have a large vegetable garden every springtime. One thing I clearly remembered was my grandmother coming inside on a hot day to enjoy a glass of iced tea. She had boxes of tea on the counter from herbal tea, Continue Reading
Wordless Wednesday: DixieChicks 6 Weeks Update
Dole Fruit Parfait Healthy Grab & Go Breakfast / Lunch Solution #DoleParfaitEscape
As a busy mother, time management is a huge issue for me. I struggle at times to find a balance between taking care of my family and taking care of myself. Monday through Friday I head over to work once both my children are at school. I'll admit that I normally grab a cup of coffee and am on my way with no breakfast and possibly no lunch prepared for myself. What then happens is I run to the gas station or hit the vending machine. Woah...Big No-No!! Aside from the added expense of buying Continue Reading
Genesis Phone: Providing Additional Care For Your Loved One
This is a Sponsored Post: All opinions are my own & can not be influenced. Many of you know how important senior care is to me. Aside from the fact that I work in a long-term care facility, I also have a mother suffering from Early On-Set Dementia. My mother celebrated her 56th birthday this week. She's too young for Dementia right? Wrong. She has her good days and her bad, but for the most part she can provide care for herself. We are fortunate that she lives with my father and youngest Continue Reading
What is Your Social Media #StrengthFactor Using HireInfluence?
This is a sponsored post by HireInfluence. All opinions are my own & can not be influenced. I know what your thinking, another Social Media Influencer Website! But recently I found a very difference unique site called HireInfluence. HireInfluence: is the first social media platform that goes beyond an influencer score by gauging real, impactful influence with quantified results, HireInfluence will change the game on who is considered "influential" and how companies approach marketing Continue Reading
Score Big Natural Flavor With Kettle Brand Potato Chips #KettleMadness #Cbias
It's March!! The weather is almost perfect. Our birds are chirping and my flowers are starting to bloom. Aside from weather being fabulous, it also means that basketball is nearing it's end and baseball season has begun. March means our weekends will be filled with basketball tournaments and soon, the College Championship Game. Since my husband & son have been glued to the basketball games on television, I'm in the kitchen finding fun snacks to have in between quarters. I head to Continue Reading
Justin Timberlake ‘The 20/20 Experience’ CD #JT2020 #Cbias
Ever since I was little I wanted to be a singer. I had big dreams of singing on a large stage somewhere. I could see my name in bright lights! I just needed... my big break. But when I was 10 years old, I realized I had no talent whatsoever! I'm not kidding, I'm a horrible singer. But my lack of talent didn't keep me away from my love for music. Over the years I have been to dozens of live concerts and have bought numerous Cd's. Yes, I still buy Cd's. One of my all-time musical crushes is Continue Reading
Ready To Run: Includes New YouTube Video
Our chicks are almost ready to leave the broader. We are really nervous about this transition since they will be more vulnerable to critters trying to get into the chicken coop. Aside from our initial worries, those girls are Ready to Run!check out our new YouTube Video and make sure to subscribe to our channel for more fun videos. Continue Reading
Secrets From the Bleachers
Last week my children had baseball & softball tryouts. Now that both my children are older and have several years of ball-playing under their belts, we have learned a few things about the ballpark, practice/game times, and keeping a well-balanced family scheduled. Although most weeks run smoothly, there is always a day or two during the week that seem to just fall apart. Because of have the motto: Hope for the best, be prepared for the worst when it comes to time management. Are you new to Continue Reading
What The Walking Dead Has Taught Me About The Zombie Apocalypse
My husband & I rarely watch television. During the week there doesn't seem like enough time to watch a evening sitcom or drama. I spend my weeknights cooking, cleaning, spending time with my family, and prepping for the next workday. That's one of the reasons why I love weekend television. I can watch television while catching up while doing laundry or waiting for my recently cleaned floors to dry. Exciting right? Another reason I love weekend television is The Walking Dead which airs on Continue Reading
Chicken Update: The “DixieChicks” Are 3 Weeks Old
I #LuvSoFab!! Video Entry For Sponsorship to #SoFabCon #Cbias
I started my blog over 4 years ago with the intent of creating an online journal. While writing and documenting my adventures in life, I realized a few things in the process. 1. People were reading. 2. I was enjoying the process. 3. I started to find the connection between myself as the blogger and my readers. That connection is something that many have difficulty understand & conveying to their readers. Sometimes a Brand will reach out and ask: What makes me different? How do I stand Continue Reading