I remember when I used to enjoy grocery shopping. This was back in the day, pre-kids, when you could wander every aisle and leisurely stroll through the store. Yeah, those days are long gone. A few months ago, when I started my new job, I toyed with the idea of paying for one of those… [Read More]
Dance Mom Problems {SoCozy launches in CVS}
When I heard I was having a girl (a whopping five and a half years ago), I was elated. I pictured bows, frilly dresses, manicure parties and so much more. What I failed to think about was the 30 minute scream fest we would have every morning over her hair. Doing hair is not my… [Read More]
Enjoy the Season: 4 Holiday Ideas from ALDI
It’s here! The turkeys have been put away and the Christmas ornaments and menorahs are coming out of the attic. Over the next few weeks, there will be shopping, parties, religious celebrations and many, many family gatherings. Every December I find myself looking for something a little new and different. Maybe it’s a new holiday… [Read More]
Discovering ALDI: a grocery store for all
Grocery shopping. Sometimes I feel like I live at the grocery store. I go to several different ones a few times a week. Harris Teeter and Lowe’s are closest to my house, therefore the ones I frequent most. But Food Lion and Walmart are cheaper, so I go there too. Because let’s face it, convenience… [Read More]
Cleaning sensitive skin with Clarisonic #ClearlyClarisonic
Rosacea. It’s such a bummer. Basically my skin is always red. I’m fairly lucky as it can get really bad for some people. Mine stays right on my cheeks and occasionally eeks it’s way onto my forehead or chin. There’s not a lot I can do about it. I’ve used lotions, creams, even an antibiotic,… [Read More]
Fresh, yummy and local – 2 recipes for summer
I’ve been trying to get “healthy” for the last year and a half. It’s not that I’m “unhealthy” but I could stand to lose a few pounds, I need to eat less sugar and I need to move more. I’ve tried a variety of things and I ebb and flow in how consistent I am…. [Read More]
It’s time to clean! {Harris Teeter Clean Spring Contest}
For the past two weeks, I’ve been avoiding my closet. It desperately needs to be organized and cleaned for spring. In fact, I need to do an overhaul across the entire house – from the kid’s rooms to the kitchen. That’s right. It’s time for spring cleaning. I’ll admit that I’m not the best at… [Read More]
If I Knew Then What I Know Now #Sisterhoodunite
This post is part of a sponsorship with the Sisterhood of Motherhood campaign. Miss E is about to turn four. FOUR! My baby, my final child, has been around for 48 months. How is that even remotely possible? It’s been 1449 days since I brought her home from the hospital. It’s been 41 months since she… [Read More]
Have you gotten your flu shot yet? #NIVW2014
Guess who hasn’t gotten their flu shot yet? That would be me. I took care of the kids a few weeks ago and my husband was lucky enough to get his at work. So the only one left is me. I know I should get it. My kids bring home every germ possible and even… [Read More]
Sometimes it’s okay if your house just #smellsclean
Let’s be honest. Often times with two kids, two cats and part-time work, I just don’t have the time or energy to do a full fledged, top to bottom cleaning of the house. So I cheat a bit. I wipe down the tables. I put all the dishes away. I might empty a trash can… [Read More]
