Lands’ End Swimsuit Finder Works!

Lands End Swimsuit, Use the swim finder to find your fit

I have to admit that trying on swimsuits isn’t my favorite thing. In fact, if I really consider it, from March on I start to sweat a little thinking about the teeny tiny suits that are awaiting me out at the stores. I mean..what size am I gonna be THIS year. What part of my … Read more

Building a Summer Safety Kit and Maximize Summer Fun

Building a Summer Safety kit to prep for every summer emergency

This year do not let anything slow you down on summer fun. Being prepared with summer ideas and a summer safety kit can help mom stay sane from May-August.  Summer is beloved for long days, blistering sunshine, and an attitude to slow down and enjoy time with family and friends.  Amidst the barbecues and pool … Read more

10 Awesome Summer Ideas for Family Fun and Focus

I love summer.  I love the weather and the lazy afternoons and a long break from the school year bustle.  I especially love the extra time with my kids when we can explore, play, and be a bit more spontaneous. Over the summer this family stays busy! From fun backyard time to on the go … Read more

The Best Sushi Knife: Ratings & Reviews

Best Knives For Cutting Sushi

Okay, so you’re a big fan of sushi sashimi, but going out to the local Japanese restaurant isn’t always on the cards. That’s why you want to get a great Japanese chef knife, such as a santoku knife or a gyuto knife that will help you make sushi at home. These knives aren’t like any … Read more

Best Electric Knives: Ratings & Reviews

Best Electric Knife for Cutting Meat

When was the last time you tried to cut something and it didn’t end up looking very good? Probably not that long ago, right? Well, that’s because standard knives (or even some custom knives) just can’t get the quick sawing motion that an electric knife can. What that means is you’ll never get as good … Read more

The Best Custom Chef Knives: Ratings & Reviews

Best Custom Chef's Knives

If you’re looking for high-quality knives, such as a paring knife, boning knife, santoku knife or even a bread knife, you always want to look at the best of the best. There are also Japanese knives, karambit knives, and steak knives. It’s not always easy to find but, if you can, well, you’re definitely going … Read more

Best Knife Blocks: Storing Your Kitchen Knives

If you have high-quality knives like a paring knife, a chef knife, a steak knife, a serrated utility knife or even a sushi knife, then you definitely don’t want to just leave them lying around in a drawer. You want to make sure that they are protected from anything and that the edges are going … Read more

24 Creative Ways to Make Extra Cash

Making Money : 24 Ways to Bring in Extra Cash (not just surveys!)

24 tips to bring in the green Looking for creative ways to make extra cash? There are times when all of us could use a little extra cash.  Whether you get stuck with an unexpected repair bill or you’re trying to save up for a big expense, finding ways to make extra money is easier than … Read more

31 Activities to Re-Energize your Mind, Body, Soul

31 Activities to Re-Energize your Mind, Body, Soul

I’m a sponsored Align Influencer, but all opinions are my own. Please see below for additional disclosure. Whether in like a lion or rather in like a lamb with all of the this warm weather, March is often a great time to rededicate yourself to your healthy living and get the entire family involved as … Read more

Mom Guilt: Should I Stay or Should I go?

Working Mom or Stay at home mom - the nitty gritty on if it really matter what you do and how you can make your future your own - Rid yourself of Mom Guilt

This post is in partnership with Blog Meets Brand Growing up, like many little girls, I couldn’t wait to get married. I had dreams of a wedding, 6 kids and a house with a fence! But as I aged, my family dreams begin to fade and my career dreams started to come to the forefront. I … Read more

5 Ways to Make ME Time During the Busy Day

5 Ways to make Me Time during a busy day

As a parent, I think it’s so often we do not take enough time for ourselves. I feel like when having conversations with friends they can rarely tell me when the last day they took off was, when the last date night was, when the last time they even sat on the toilet without a … Read more

Disney’s Moana DVD Available NOW

DIY Ocean in a Bottle

Disney’s Moana DVD is now available and is a great choice for your family. We were so excited to grab this DVD prior to it coming out as a press courtesy. It was one I missed in the theaters due to my schedule being so unbelievably busy. But what I do love about missing the … Read more