The luck of the Irish doesn’t just fall on St. Patrick’s Day, but all year-long. Here are five luck inspired products from to bring you good fortune this St. Patrick’s Day and all year-long. You could make the pilgrimage to Ireland’s Blarney Castle in Cork, Ireland, where, as legend has it, anyone who kisses the Blarney…
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Treat Your Valentine to Alex and Ani
Disclosure: This does contain affiliate links, if you make a purchase I may receive a small commission Alex and Ani is my favorite jewelry brand, that is no secret. It seems I am not the only one that feels this way about the fantastic jewelry line. With Valentines Day around the corner I wanted to…
Thank You Twitter for NORMNB8S
I never get too personal on my blog, it’s my business, but so is Disney. With that said, my Disney Ohana lost a huge part of it over Christmas. As many reading this probably know Alan was laid to rest today leaving behind a beloved wife, daughter and family. As my blog and social media has…
Giveaway: Hallmark Keepsake Christmas Ornament Bundle
Hallmark Keepsake ornaments are a family tradition. My girls and I have a Disney tree and each year we add a Hallmark Keepsake ornament to the tree. It could be from a favorite movie or a Disney trip from that year. Each ornament showcases our love of Disney on this special tree. I am always…
HP Instant Ink- A Teachers Best Friend
HP Instant Ink will save our children’s teachers both time and money. Our teachers work hard and deserve to not have to spend their hard-earned money on supplies. I know that my girls teachers put 100% back into the classroom, and they deserve more. This service as well as My Printly are great for the…
Embrace Fall with Fashion this Year
Fall fashion means darker hues, full makeup and boots. I feel like fall is the best time of year to embrace all of the fashion trends and show off our stuff. Embrace Fall Fashion & Colors By Terri Alpert, Founder and CEO, Uno Alla Volta Color can have a huge impact on our feelings and…
Give the Gift of Project Repat for Grandparents Day
Grandparents Day is Sept 11 and every grandparent deserves to be celebrated. Often times it is hard to find the perfect gift especially a thought-provoking one from all the memories you have made with them. Project Repat is a company that turns t-shirts into quilts or pillows. Just send in your t-shirts or sweatshirts and…
Back to School: Internet Safety Tips for Families
Back to School is staring me in the face; and I couldn’t be more thrilled. While the summer is fun; the kids need and crave the structure of school after 8 weeks away. Frankly; as a work at home parent I need to get back to my work routine. Summers mess me up in a big…
Recycle Electronics: make money for Back to School with ecoATM
Are you wondering what to do with old electronic devices? The answer is ecoATM. With ecoATM you will be paid for recycling your old devices. This is great for a little back to school money. With over 900 ecoATM kiosks across the country in malls and Walmart stores you are sure to locate one near…
Pokemon GO, just say NO!
I must have the only children on the planet not jumping on the Pokemon GO train. I could not be more thrilled after reading more into this “game” that they have no interest. Read why I am part of Team Just Say NO to Pokemon GO! In 1996; Pokemon hit Nintendo game systems all…
Care Bears #shareyourcare Twitter Party
The Care Bears want to invite you to their #shareyourcare party on July 8 at 1 p.m. (EST) Join the Care Bears and learn about this years Share Your Care Kid Ambassador Jessica. She founded We Care Bears Project; Providing instant comfort to kids in unbearable situation. A Letter from Jessica: My name is Jessica and I…
Finding Dory Birthday Party Ideas
Finding Dory is the hit of the summer. I am going to share fun party and recipe ideas that are all exclusively themed to the hit movie Finding Dory. You can find plates, cups and napkins to go with the party at almost any big box store; or to save money you can find great color…
DIY: Succulent Garden with Chick-Fil-A Container
Let me be clear and say that I am not a DIY professional, not even close. As a member of the Chick-Fil-A Mom’s Panel I was challenged to make a DIY project from an empty salad container. After staring at the container it came to me, a succulent garden would fit perfectly. I am happy…
Is Easter the new Christmas?
Has Easter become the Spring Christmas? When did Easter become so commercialized? Easter in my family has always been celebrating at church followed by brunch, and small baskets for kids. Easter is a big deal in the Christian faith, and it’s a very personal holiday. Jesus sacrificed for us, then rose again. I mean who would…
Kick Rocks Depression: Mama got new Meds
I have openly discussed my struggle with depression and anxiety with my readers. I am certainly not ashamed to share my history. It is not a sign of weakness when you reach out for help, it’s a sign of strength. This year my husbands travel schedule has gone through the roof. In the first (not…
Sorry Target it’s Me not You
I have a long history with Target, but it’s time to break up. I used to work there, a long time ago when I only had one child and no mortgage. It was fun, I made a lot of great friends. We will dismiss the part where I racked up insane credit card bills because…
Black History Month: Why everyone should educate themselves
Black History Month is a celebration during the month of February to celebrate Black Pioneers in History. It bothers me that people only seem to think that Black History Month pertains to black people. I love History of all kinds, I don’t care what “type” I am supposed to study. History has built this country…
When did First Responders become our enemy?
Before I begin I am turning off my comments because this is a touchy subject. In light of recent events in my community I wanted to vent a bit without being attacked. I grew up in a world where we respected first responders. The Police, EMS and Firefighters in my community were respected and kids…
Clearwater Beach Uncorked: A Grand Event
Clearwater Beach comes to life each year for a Food & Wine extravaganza on the beach. You can sip, savor and be seen on Clearwater Beach at this paparazzi-filled event nestled on one of the most exquisite beaches on Florida’s Gulf Coast. Tammy Gail is the event visionary and founder. She saw the opportunity to create a…
Stars on Ice to Celebrate 30 Years of Figure Skating
I love to watch figure skating, however I am no Dorothy Hamill when it comes to ice skating. Let’s just say that is better left to the pros, and that is exactly what you will see at Stars On Ice. 2016 will mark the 30th anniversary of the Stars on Ice tour. The Emmy Award-winning…
Care Bears help bring Magic to Isabella
Not all children are born the same, this is what I often tell my seven year old. She doesn’t understand why, but when I can share stories like this of hope and love she feels better that little kids can get help and be just like everyone else. Here is Isabella’s Story Born with a…
No Kid Hungry needs your support more than ever!
This past year, the members of Team No Kid Hungry led the charge to improve the national summer meals program so that it reaches more of the kids who need it. You called, emailed, wrote letters, donated and spread the word. Now, thanks to you, there is genuine support in Congress for improving the summer…
Disney Fashionistas Rejoice, we’ve come a long way!
You know I love my Disney. I also love designer clothes and handbags, with the collaboration of top name designers I can have the best of both worlds to bring out my Disney Fashionista. Don’t get me wrong I love to wear an Original Mouseketeer tee to the parks or a set of Mickey ears…
Portable North Pole sharing the Magic of Christmas
With only ten days until Christmas little girls and boys are getting excited, share a Portable North Pole experience with them and really get them ready for Santa. Portable North Pole is a personalized experience that allows parents to deliver a Christmas message to the kids, direct from Santa in the North Pole. The Portable North Pole…
