Have you taken the Food List Challenge on Facebook? I’ve tried 83 of the 100 foods on the list. Given the opportunity, I would likely try all 100. Why? My parents always encouraged me to try new things. As a child and teen, I accompanied them on trips around the world– learning about history, art, language, culture and trying new foods. These family trips inspired a lifelong love of learning and voracious reading habits. But they also made me a more adventurous person, which was definitely a factor in starting my own small business in 2010.
Spring Up Your Home with Jonathan Adler for JCP
One of my newest obsessions is Shopcade: the personal shopping app, that brings relevant deals directly to users based on what they want (think Pinterest with direct shopping and saving capability). Well, Shopcade is partnering JCPenney to promote the new Happy Chic by Jonathan Adler collection – and they’re giving away a $250 gift card to JCP! […]
Are You Running on Empty? #QuakerEpicAdventures
Do you ever feel like you are running on empty? I have been so exhausted lately (pregnancy will do that to you)! I got my kids all dressed for a weekend hike and then promptly fell asleep on the bed when my husband took them downstairs to get their shoes on. He took pity on […]
Celebrate Earth Day with Washdrops
With Earth Day around the corner, I have been taking stock of how green my family is and how we can do more. Sure we recycle, turn off lights when leaving a room, buy local and organic food and make car trips succinct but what else can we do? One idea I had was […]
Olive Garden’s Buy One, Take One Promo is a Time-saver for Busy Moms!
At the end of a busy week, all I can think about is having a delicious meal and a glass of wine (or three!). With two little ones running around this rarely happens, but this past weekend my husband and I were able to plan a date night to Olive Garden. Most dinners out are […]
Decorating Playrooms with RoomMates Peel and Stick Wall Decor
WRITE ON THE WALLS?!! What?! My mom taught me to NEVER write on the walls but now I can (within limits, specifically circular limits) — How cool is that?! ROOMMATES PEEL AND STICK WALL DECOR I recently received a package of wipeable wall decals from RoomMates Peel and Stick Wall Decor in the shape of circles that […]
How to Pick Your Nursery Theme
When I was pregnant, I spent hours browsing blogs and store websites (Pinterest didn’t exist yet!) to pick a nursery theme. If you’re overwhelmed with the number of choices, here are three tips on picking a great nursery theme: Start with your favorite colors: When I found out I was having a boy, I knew […]
52 Holiday Light Delights E-Zine
Nothing gets people into the holiday spirits more than beautiful light displays. This year, Traveling Mom, TakingtheKids and Family Travel Forum have compiled a fabulous holiday e-zine: 52 Holiday Light Delights. The e-zine details the 52 best places in the country to view holiday lights. Every corner of the country is covered, so wherever you […]
Edible Arrangements Breast Cancer Awareness
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. According to The American Cancer Society, Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in women, exceeded only by lung cancer. The chance that breast cancer will be responsible for a woman’s death is about 1 in 36. Edible Arrangements® recently announced their Breast Cancer Awareness […]
Debunking Myths About Food Safety in the Home
Many of us grew up thawing frozen meat on the counter and keeping leftovers far too long. Times have changed. Now that I’m a mom, I make an effort to serve my family only food that I’m sure is safe. The USDA has food safety recommendations to help us keep our families safe from the […]
