If you've read my bio, you know that I spent six months in Iraq back in 2003. For years before that, I spent plenty of time training and preparing for that deployment. When I became a parent, people told me about how hard it was going to be. They told me how different it … [Read more...]
On the Road with the 2012 Kia Rio
Last week, Beth posted a picture of my muddy mug after running the Tough Mudder up in Maryland. It seems like every time I head up there, Kia is more than happy to let us review a new vehicle. Maybe they know that, between that long drive and then driving the kids around for … [Read more...]
Meatless Monday: Veggie Fajita Nachos
Why does it seem like we go to Mexican style foods so much during our Meatless Mondays? I'll tell you why...because the options are just so incredibly yummy and we know that the kids will be happy eating it! Today we are making Veggie Fajita Nachos. The recipe is pretty basic. … [Read more...]
LifeLock for Life
We are so excited to have been chosen as ambassadors for LifeLock. LifeLock is a company that helps protect its members against the threat of identity theft. We are already using the services and are feeling pretty secure with the protection. All of that having been said, … [Read more...]
Meatless Monday: Margherita Tortellini Alfredo
This week's Meatless Monday post is a bit of a cheat. That's ok because everyone needs a nice easy to put together meal from time to time. This recipe takes advantage of our local Sam's Club. In the prepared foods section, they have these great packages of Artisan Fresh … [Read more...]
Kindle Fire HD Giveaway
We have teamed up with 13 other bloggers to bring you this awesome giveaway! Prize: a Kindle Fire ($199 ARV) To enter simply “like” each Facebook page on the Rafflecopter Entry form! You can earn additional entries by following everyone on Twitter. This giveaway is open to … [Read more...]
September 2012 Monthly Meal Plan
We actually had the meal plan made up the first day of this month but we have failed to get typed up and posted. As sad as that is, we hope to impress you by noting we have followed the meal plan so far this month. So here is some meal planning inspiration for … [Read more...]
Simply Potatoes Spaghetti Squash Casserole
We recently had the opportunity to review Simply Potatoes products again with the challenge to make a recipe with them. Now don't get us wrong, there is much love for the cooked up Simply Potatoes hash browns! We had spaghetti squash from our CSA share so it was a great challenge … [Read more...]
A Family Carpet Picnic and Game Night #DipDipHooray
We celebrated the Labor Day holiday weekend with a family carpet picnic and game night! #DipDipHooray Our family evening started with a trip to Walmart. I took Grace after her six year check-up appointment. As her treat for being so good, she had the privilege of picking out … [Read more...]
The Party Works – Hello Kitty Party Pack
If you haven't figured it out yet, Grace just celebrated her 6th birthday. She is so excited to be 6 and in 1st grade!! When she was asked to pick out a party pack for her birthday, I wasn't sure what she would pick. She has so many interests that is always hard for me to … [Read more...]
Shopping Banana Republic
Have you ever walked through the mall, passed by a Banana Republic, and wondered, "Why is it called that?" I remember shopping there with my father when I was growing up. You didn't have to wonder as much back then. I remember the jeeps in the front window, the colorful … [Read more...]
Back to School Reclaim Your Home Event – Coming Soon
With kids returning to school and life returning to a routine, it is time to reclaim the clean and well ordered house we know is under the clutter and dirt of the summer! We are going to feature a series in September/October that features reviews and giveaways that focus on … [Read more...]
Dunkin Donuts “Mug Up” Promotion
Do you drink coffee? I know that I do. I recently started a new diet trend called Intermittent Fasting. Basically, I eat for about 6-8 hours out of the day and fast for the rest. For me, this means skipping breakfast every day and not eating after about 6 pm. There is science … [Read more...]
Thursday Thought – Mothers Quote
This describes how I feel lately quiet nicely. How about you? Is this how you feel some days when you are running between work and home and kid activities all while just wanting to go to bed at 5pm and sleep until 10am?! … [Read more...]
Remembering the Virginia Earthquake
A year ago today, we were shocked here in Central Virginia by an earthquake measuring 5.8 on the Richter Scale. This seemed small compared to the massive quakes on the West Coast, but, because we rarely have earthquakes, few were prepared for one this strong. Building codes in … [Read more...]
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