The reviewer has been compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Card. This LG OLED TV post was written by me and all opinions are mine. If someone on your Christmas list is requesting a new TV or if it is time to update your family TV, Best Buy has the new LG OLED …
This stocking stuffer post was brought to you by Duracell batteries and She Speaks. All opinions are mine. Stockings were always an important part of Christmas morning for me when I was growing up. I loved to get fruit, candy, a new toothbrush, jewelry, and more in my bright red Christmas stocking. Now that I …
As much as we try to always have healthy, fresh foods available for Baby Brother to eat, the need for healthy packaged snacks is always present. When we go to the store, church, or to his brothers' soccer games, I know now that I need to have something easily accessible and portable in my diaper …
27+ Satisfying, Creative Skillet Recipes - Start to Finish in One Skillet! I recently wrote about my new found love for iron skillets. They're easy to use, clean, and are healthy to cook in, too. My iron skillets stay on the stove because I use them all of the time. Keep them seasoned and they'll …
The reviewer has been compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Card and/or received the product/service at a reduced price or for free. The weather is turning cooler which means one thing for our family...the holiday season is on the way! It seems like October begins everything...starting with Halloween, Fall Festivals, the Captain's birthday, …
I recently splurged and bought myself a cast iron set. I had never used cast iron, but after reading about how awesome it truly is, I just had to try it out. I found a great deal on a five piece Lodge Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron set on Amazon and have really been pleased. I use this …
This post contains affiliate links. I'm the kind of girl who keeps a Costco sized bag of semisweet chocolate chips in the freezer. What....you don't do that? For one, it saves a lot of money, not only because I buy in bulk, but because it's the only chocolate I really eat. I can use …
This eco-friendly picnic post was brought to you by Paperless Kitchen. All opinions are mine. I am not sure why, but picnics are so appealing to kids. I remember how much fun it was to eat outside as a kid. The boys are always asking to go on picnics. I try to make it …
This life insurance post was brought to you by Savings Bank Life Insurance. All opinions are mine. Parents never stop worrying about making the best future possible for their children. We try to give them the best education and opportunities so they can succeed in life. What is commonly overlooked, however, is making sure they …
This post was brought to you by Invisalign. All opinions are mine. For some reason, I was blessed with straight teeth. (The Captain likes to point out my one slightly crooked tooth, but thankfully that's the extent of it.) Hubby, on the other hand, had braces for a year and a half as a teenager, …
Parenting. It's a never ending learning experience. All kids are different. You know all of the sayings. So, Baby Brother takes a lot of naps in my arms, in the carseat, or in the Boba, which allows for a lot of time with the good ol' smart phone. As Baby Brother was napping in my …
The boys and I love to celebrate each season with a fun craft. I went in search of some great fall, but not Halloween, crafts and I came up with twenty great fall crafts for kids! I think we will start with some leaf crafts, then apple, then pumpkin, and complete the rest later in …
This meal planner post was brought to you by Carrie Elle Shop. All opinions are mine. I am admittedly the worst at organization. I need all the help I can get! When we were houseparents at the children's home, I was required to turn in a menu a week in advance. Even though I didn't …
My family received free tickets to Six Flags Over Texas, however I was not required to post. I chose to because we had so much fun! All opinions are mine. With Daddy being a youth minister, he gets to go to Six Flags Over Texas in Arlington a LOT. The boys are always bummed when …
Nectarines and peaches are this family's favorite Summer fruits. We are lucky to get the most delicious peaches and nectarines at the local supermarket. I always buy many at a time because I know they will be eaten. The boys love eating them plain. Even Baby Brother can quickly devour a nectarine! I wanted to …
This post has been brought to you by Propeller Consulting, LLC. Opinions are 100% my own and NOT influenced by monetary compensation. I did receive a sample of the product in exchange for this review and post. The boys love to have movie night and let's be honest, so do I! The problem for me, …
This shop has been compensated Back to school is an exciting time of year for everyone. New clothes, shoes, school supplies, classrooms, teachers....it's just all so fun! I always loved the excitement of back to school when I was a kid and as a kindergarten teacher. It was a very special time. We have decided to homeschool …
Packing for yourself is hard enough, but add in a baby, and that's when things get tricky. I am always forgetting something when I'm packing for the boys. I forgot my own toothbrush and some things for Baby Brother a few weeks ago when I went on a trip. I have compiled a helpful …
All three of our boys have never been known to be quiet as babies. Thankfully we go to a church where the people love our children and don't mind the baby babbles during service. It has always been important to keep them busy and happy, though, so they are making happy sounds and not fussing. …
Disclosure: My friend Tori created this recipe by using a variation of the this Creamy Mexican Dip recipe. They are both brilliant and have made my world a little brighter today because of this recipe. 🙂 Queso, cheese dip, whatever you may call it, it's a delicious thing. I have had it multiple times throughout …
If there is one thing our family loves, it is yogurt. I remember shopping the yogurt section of the grocery store, looking for something new and delicious, when I saw a bottle of blueberry Lifeway Kefir. I had never heard of kefir before, but I read all of the health benefits on the back …
Around the middle of May, I began to get concerned about the boys' behavior. I was looking at a summer with all three kids after the oldest ended his year in half day pre-k. He is 5 ½ and definitely acting like a 5 year old boy who has been surrounded by other 5 year …
This smart thermometer post was brought to you by Kinsa. All opinions are mine. I have struggled with finding the perfect thermometer since we first had the Captain. We have tried every kind of thermometer there is and have been disappointed with every single one besides the cheap one they gave to us in the …
Our boys are huge drinkers. While they love water, they - of course - love juice and beverages with sugar. The Captain is very picky with his juice and many times I have introduced a drink to him and he just turns his nose up and refuses to drink it. I was afraid that would …
This eco friendly drinkware for kids post was brought to you by Silikids. All opinions are mine. We celebrated the first day of Summer with a trip to the park and splash pad. The boys had really been looking forward to a family picnic, so we thought it was the perfect time. I packed some …
The reviewer has been compensated, contains affiliate links Graduation from high school or college is a big deal and it's important that friends and family celebrate with the graduate and support them as they begin this new phase of their life. Since the hubby has been a youth minister for about eight years now, all of his youth …
Lunch is always a big ol' question mark in this house. Usually our choices are leftovers or a sandwich. Lately though, I've been making the most out of my new Green Pan and have been making migas, eggs and toast, grilled cheese sandwiches, quesadillas, or this delicious little bowl of goodness: Orange Bell Pepper Nachos. …
We have been using glass cups, bowls, and plates for a few years now to limit our use of plastics in the home. I try to get our dishes from thrift stores or clearance but things DO break with kids using them, so you really can never have enough! Recently, my mother gave me quite a few of …
When I first began growing yellow squash and zucchini, I harvested just a few and then my plants started turning yellow and were dead before I knew what hit them. I assumed that I hadn't watered them enough - as it was a very hot summer and I was a gardening newbie. Well, I started …
This post about learning toys was brought to you by The Learning Journey International. All opinions are mine. contains affiliate links Summer is here and school is out. Hooray! Well, it was "hooray" for a day or two and then what? Boredom. The Captain is busy, busy, busy and loves to learn, but if I don't make …
The reviewer has been compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Card and/or received the product/service at a reduced price or for free. Daddy Fussybuckets is a huge entertainment guy. He loves to sing, play the drums, and the piano, watch movies, and basketball games, too. His favorite thing to do, though, is to make …
When I was looking for my first real job after college, I went through 13 interviews to find the perfect one. It was a time of high anxiety for me. I really went into the interview process blindly. Well, I learned a few things in college, but I could have used some more tips …
shop has been compensated I have always wanted a grilled pizza, but have never been brave enough to try it. After a very busy week, I just wanted to relax, but of course the boys wanted to play in the water and do "something special." I quickly sold them on the idea of having a …
DIY Splash Pad for Summer Fun, Year After Year! When the weather begins to become even slightly warm each year, the boys start talking about summer and asking to play in the water. Thank goodness we live in Texas, because the Captain and D LOVE playing in the water in the backyard! A couple of years …
D is our three year old and he has always loved to eat. He is our child who loves peas, carrots, and broccoli, but turns his nose up at meat and beans. He usually likes chicken, but other than that, it is hard to get him to eat protein. He will eat fruit and vegetables all …
I have never been one to work exercise into my daily routine. There was always something more important to do. Exercise is one of those things that you know you should be doing, but actually doing it is oh so difficult. Well, for me at least. After having three kids, it is passed time to …
There is one thing our family loves and that's salsa! One of our favorite things to do is sample different types of salsa and make different salsa recipes, too. Salsa is a healthy way to spice up or add flavor to just about anything. You can make it as spicy or mild as you like, …
Gifts For Teachers - contains affiliate links I always struggle with what to buy my sons' teachers for Teacher Appreciation Week, Christmas, and the end of school. When I was teaching, I appreciated everything and was always surprised when I would get a few gifts, even for Valentine's Day or Easter. Parents are so sweet …
I love chocolate candy, there's no doubt, but I have a hard time eating commercial candy, because it's often times filled with junk. I created a delicious recipe with only all-natural, organic ingredients. I used coconut butter, which is also called coconut cream concentrate. Coconut butter is finely ground coconut meat with no additives and …
Chances are, you already know about this awesome two ingredient dessert topping, but if you haven't, let me introduce you to coconut whipped cream: Now, let's back up. I grew up on whipped topping. It was delicious. And the spray whipped topping you get in a can? Oh man, that stuff is so super …