Walking Taco Bar for College Basketball Watch Parties!

March 15, 2016December 26, 2016 - Mama 1 Comment

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When college basketball games roll around, you want to make sure you're having the best college basketball party you can! This walking taco bar is party perfect, and allows everyone to customize their food to their individual tastes! Make sure you're ready for game time AND meal time this basketball season. #GameForBasketball [ad]

College basketball playoffs are upon us, and you’ve probably already been filling out your bracket. I know I have a few ideas about who I think will win it all… but when it comes to college basketball season, I also know it’s time for plenty of watch parties as you cheer on your team. Luckily, I’ve got a walking taco bar that will feed everyone, without a ton of effort, plus some tips to make your watch party the one that guests will be talking about for years to come!

Easy DIY Pinata Surprise Eggs

March 14, 2016February 19, 2017 - Mama Leave a comment

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Looking for something new to try this Easter? These pinata DIY surprise eggs are a hit! They're fun to make and make great surprise favors, too. Perfect for your Easter gathering, and kids will love this Easter-themed boredom buster for sure! They're perfect for kids who are OBSESSED with Surprise Eggs on Youtube!

Surprise eggs. Oh, surprise eggs. My son has watched them again. And again. And again. And again. Until I think my head might explode. Seriously, I think if I hear one more surprise egg video, my brains will turn to mush. But here’s the deal: he totally loves them. So instead of just watching the videos on Youtube again, I decided to take a turn at DIYing some Pinata Surprise Eggs just for him, so he could experience the surprise egg magic for himself!

Spring Break Boredom Busters Your Kids will Love

March 9, 2016March 9, 2016 - Mama Leave a comment

Looking for the perfect spring break boredom busters for kids? Turn off the tech and check out this top 10 list of ways to prevent hearing "I'm bored" during spring break! | tech free | parenting | boredom busters |

Spring break is upon us… which means so are the words “Mom, I’m borrreeeeddd….” Ugh. I hate that, don’t you? I mean, without getting into my “kids today don’t know how lucky they are” soapbox too much…. kids today don’t know how stinkin’ lucky they are. Tablets, games, cell phones, friends… kids have the world at their fingertips. But somehow, they’re still bored, and I have the solution (most of which involves turning off that tech! Win!) Here are some spring break boredom busters your kids can’t resist.

The Importance of Scheduled Growth

March 7, 2016 - Mama 2 Comments

This weekend, I took some time away. And by time away, I don’t mean I went to a spa and relaxed. I mean I went to a conference and learned a lot. Hours and hours of information was packed into one day, leaving me with a long to-do list of things to work on over the next couple of weeks.

You wouldn’t think this would be refreshing. But honestly? It was.

Easy Sesame Shrimp!

March 3, 2016December 26, 2016 - Mama 1 Comment

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Hello, Seafood! This easy sesame shrimp is a great Asian-inspired weeknight meal, and it's so simple to make. If you love shrimp, you're going to love this sesame shrimp recipe! #ShrimpItUp [ad]

I love a great sesame chicken from my favorite Asian restaurant here locally. It’s just good stuff, but sometimes I need a little shake-up from the norm (and who wants to order takeout ALL the time?). So, I decided that I’d try an easy sesame chicken sauce over shrimp, and you know what? It’s SO easy to make the sesame shrimp that it takes less time than ordering and waiting for delivery, making it the perfect weeknight solution.

Splish Splash: 5 Ways to Make Bathtime Fun Again!

February 29, 2016March 7, 2016 - Mama Leave a comment

End the bathtime fights by making bathtime a ton of fun for your child! They'll love these ideas, and beg to get all scrubbed clean! | Mom Hacks | Life Hack | Parenting |

Sometimes, bathtime is awesome. Sometimes, it’s a fight… depending on the type of child you have, you may be looking for tons of new bathtime ideas to keep their love of bathtime fresh, or you may be seeking out ways just to get them in the tub. While a new study just said that most kids only need to bathe a couple of times a week before they hit puberty, bathtime can be a source of plenty of fun (and some relaxation before bed). Here are 5 fun bath ideas for kids!

DIY “Help! We’re Out Of…” Purse Shopping List!

February 23, 2016March 10, 2016 - Mama Leave a comment

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As a mom, I’m always running out of things at the most inconvenient times…. My hair tie snaps on the hottest day of the year. I can never find the single sock that’s clean when we’re running late for school. No matter how many nail clippers I buy, within 6 months, they’ve all gone missing again. And it never fails, whenever I need gum, I’m always out, or worse, there’s that one crumpled piece in the bottom of my bag, covered in cracker crumbs and loose hair. Ew. Why is it so hard to remember to re-stock on these things before they’re gone?

Black Forest Dessert Shooters

February 10, 2016December 26, 2016 - Mama Leave a comment

Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and you'll love this easy dessert that's perfectly pre-portioned for you and your Valentine. Whether you're hosting a Valentine's party or enjoying this treat by yourself, it's nice and chocolatey, just like those dessert shooters from popular restaurants! It's just a little taste of the sweet life. | Valentine Dessert | Black Forest Cake | Easy Dessert |

I love Valentine’s Day. The hearts, the pretty colors, the time spent with my favorite Valentine (who happens to be four years old). But I especially love the chocolate… what I don’t love is having to share dessert. That’s why I like single-serve options that I can make for the whole family to enjoy, just like the single-serve dessert shooters from some of my favorite restaurants. These black forest dessert shooters are sure to impress any Valentine, and they’re super easy to make.

Chocolate Banana Smoothie Bowl under 375 Calories (Plus More Breakfast Ideas for Your Busy Morning)

February 8, 2016December 26, 2016 - Mama Leave a comment

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Struggling to fit breakfast into a busy morning? This chocolate banana smoothie bowl takes seconds to make, is packed with nutrients and great flavor, and will fuel you through your hectic morning. Plus, it's under 375 calories! Get this, and other great breakfast ideas. #CarnationSweepstakes #BetterBreakfast [ad]

Breakfast. It’s arguably the busiest meal of the day. I haven’t been shy in sharing about my struggle to get a daily breakfast in, and while I’ve found some solutions to keep me going, I like to shake up the breakfast routine sometimes. I’ve been loving smoothies, but I have to admit that sometimes I drink them so fast, that I feel like I missed breakfast altogether, and I don’t always feel satisfied. Then, when I started hearing a little bit about Smoothie Bowls on Instagram, I started to wonder what the big deal was… I mean, it was just a smoothie poured into a bowl, right? Well, kind of. It’s a smoothie in a bowl, sure, but it’s topped with delicious things– like nuts, fruits, seeds, and more– that are totally spoonable, elevating your morning smoothie to something of beauty, but also of great flavor.

8 Ways to Rock Your Next Vacation (With Your Smartphone!)

February 1, 2016March 29, 2016 - Mama 2 Comments

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Going on a spring break trip or family vacation? If you're taking a road trip, you definitely want to check out these travel hacks and special uses for your smartphone that will bring your family together on your next road trip... when you've been in a car together for WAY too long, you'll wish you had checked this post out! #DataAndAMovie [ad]

Spring break season is almost upon us… I can’t believe I’m saying that, but now that January’s over, it’s officially time to start planning those spring break trips. And while you’re planning, you definitely need to make sure your smartphone has a great data plan, because I’ve got eight smartphone travel tips for your next road trip that will bring your family together on the road, and make your life a whole lot easier.

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