With summer just around the corner, I for one am excited for BBQs and day spent by the pool. These fruit-filled patriotic recipes makes the perfect 4th of July treat, or a refreshing treat for any hot summer day. Their bold red, white, and blue colors make these patriotic treats a great choice for Veterans Day, Flag Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day and Election day as well. Below you will find 20 of the very best patriotic recipes with fruit that I could find on the internet. I am sure that you will have no trouble finding a red, while, and blue recipe that will be ... Continue Reading...
Great Ideas for Recording Your Travels
My friend Christine was nice enough to stop by today to share with us some of her great ideas for recording your travels. The other day, I was scrolling through photos from my trip last year to Cornwall, sharing some of my favorite stops and stories with my mom. However, I was alarmed to discover that there were at least 4 pictures that I honestly could not place. There’s one in particular that features an old boat. Where was that? It’s a pretty boat, but why did I think it was significant? I honestly can’t remember. When you travel, each day is packed with ... Continue Reading...
Help Prevent Accidental Poisonings in Children with Child-Guard
This is a sponsored conversation on behalf of Child-Guard. All opinions are my own. Children are investigative and curious by nature. They have a tendency to poke around the house, wherever they can get into, and often try to eat or drink things they find. Poisonings in children (ages 0-19) account for more than 300 visits to the emergency room, and 2 deaths, daily (Source: CDC). These statistics are very alarming. As parents, we want to ensure that our little ones are kept safe from any potential harm. This includes child-proofing our homes and keeping any ... Continue Reading...
Easy Carrot-Shaped Veggie Pizza Bars
The kids are sure to love these fun carrot-shaped veggie pizza bars. Plus, parents can rejoice in knowing that their little ones are eating their veggies! These easy to make carrot-shaped cold veggie pizza bars come together in minutes and make a perfect snack for the little ones. Their fun carrot shape makes these vegetable pizza bars the perfect Easter treat as well. Read on for step-by-step instructions on how to make these cuties. Carrot-Shaped Veggie Pizza Bars Ingredients 2 tubes Refrigerated Crescent Rolls 8 oz. pkg. Cream Cheese 8 oz. ... Continue Reading...
Spring Cleaning Routine, Tips, and Tricks
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Lysol®, Finish®, Woolite®, and Air Wick®. The opinions and text are all mine. Spring is officially here! Which means warmer temperatures, flowers blooming, and, of course, time for spring cleaning. Today I want to share with you my spring cleaning routine, tips, and tricks. Plus, I will fill you in on how you can score major savings on Lysol, Finish, Air Wick, and Woolite products just in time for spring cleaning! Keep on reading for all the details. My spring cleaning routine Before I begin my ... Continue Reading...
Update Your Appliances Now During the Appliances Savings and Remodeling Event at Best Buy
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. Have you been dreaming about remodeling or updating your kitchen? Upgrading your outdated appliances can change the entire look and feel of our kitchen - plus make food storage and food prep easily on a daily basis. With the huge savings being offered at Best Buy's Appliances Savings and Remolding Event, now is the perfect time to upgrade your kitchen appliances. During this sales event you can get up to 35% off major ... Continue Reading...
Easter Peeps Mobiles – DIY With Step-By-Step Images and Instructions
Peeps mobiles are sure to be the hit of your Easter party. Not only are they absolutely adorable, but they are delicious as well! I can't believe that Easter is already right around the corner. Time sure does fly by! Our Peek-a-Boo Peeps Cupcakes were such a hit last Easter that I wanted to share another fun Peeps themed dessert with you all this year - Peeps Mobiles! These cute Peeps mobiles are sure to be the hit of your Easter party, especially with the little ones. Not only are they absolutely adorable, but they are delicious as well. I mean, it ... Continue Reading...
Keeping Cats Happy and Healthy With Feliway® and Catego™
This post is sponsored by Single Edition Media on behalf of Ceva Cat. As cat owners we do everything that we can for our pets. Read on to find out how Feliway® and Catego™ can help to keep your cats happy and healthy. More Cats Don't Always Equal More Fun Our cat 18 year-old cat Angel had the house all to herself for years until we brought home the newest member of our family, Xena. We thought Angel might enjoy having a friend to play with and keep her company. We envisioned Angel and little Xena napping together, grooming each other, and playing happily ... Continue Reading...
Chili and Wild Blueberry Salad with a Raspberry Lime Vinaigrette
Although this post is sponsored by Nature's Touch™ Frozen Foods, all opinions are my own. If you are like me and love to add a little flair to your menu, you will love this Chili and Wild Blueberry Salad with a Raspberry Lime Vinaigrette. This salad is easy to put together and is absolutely delicious. Get a Taste of Adventure For this Chili and Wild Blueberry Salad we used Nature's Touch Organic Raspberries and Nature's Touch Pesticide-Free Wild Blueberries, purchased at ShopRite. Nature's Touch makes it possible to have fresh fruit and veggies on hand ... Continue Reading...
Interior Design Tips for Mountain Homes
My friend Christine Hill was kind enough to stop by today and share with us some of her fantastic interior design tips for mountain homes. My home is in the mountain west and I love it. The jagged peaks create a dramatic background to just about every view. I love hiking. I love the way that you can just drive 20 minutes out of town and find yourself in an isolated haven of natural beauty, and I love the winter sports: snowboarding, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing. I’m not the only one who loves mountain living either. People are flocking to the great ... Continue Reading...
Chip the Teacup – A Beauty and the Beast Inspired Treat
Chip the Teacup is such a sweet character. What better way to honor the iconic Beauty and the Beast character than a super sweet and adorable treat? For many families, March 17 couldn't come soon enough. The release of the new live-action version of Beauty and the Beast was super exciting for both kids and adults. Adults who watched the animated film in theaters were excited to see how the movie has changed and if it captured the story as beautifully as the animated version did. The animated version of Beauty and the Beast is hands down one of the best Disney ... Continue Reading...
