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Milton Hershey School: A Living Legacy of a Future

May 10, 2018 By Meredith 1 Comment

Milton Hershey School is a gorgeous living legacy of hope and a better future for each one of the students it welcomes. Through a belief in quality education for all, this school is committed to giving all children an exceptional home and learning experience. Read more to learn about this incredibly unique history!

***Thank you to Hershey Entertainment and Resorts Company for sponsoring this post so I could fill you in on Milton Hershey School and it’s living legacy*** It was so fun to fill you in on some very cool parts of Hershey’s history last week! Hershey, PA is one of my favorite places and I love […]

Filed Under: Hersheypark, Preschool, School, Young Kids

Educated Book Club Discussion

May 4, 2018 By Meredith 8 Comments

Looking for a good read? Our virtual book club is delighting in our latest book club pick! Join us for our The Immortalists book club discussion and chat the discussion questions with us! We're so glad you're here! Make sure to chime in for the chance to grab next month's pick for FREE!

Starting in May and then through until September is my MOST favorite time to read.  I don’t think this is anything exceptional or uncommon … there’s a reason why there’s a genre called “beach reads”  and book authorities put out “must read” summer lists … so I’m hoping you all are feeling as excited as […]

Filed Under: Book Club, Books, Reading

How to Drink Enough Water Without Harming the Planet

May 1, 2018 By Meredith Leave a Comment

It's so important to hydrate! But doing so without harming the planet can be trickier than you might think. Snag these smart tips and ace your love-the-earth know-how!

Roughly 60 percent of the human body is made up of water, according to WebMD. This fluid helps the body absorb nutrients and digest food, pump blood throughout the circulatory system, assist the body in maintaining a constant temperature, and more. We lose water through the process of urination, breathing and sweating, so it is crucial to drink plenty of […]

Filed Under: Health

A Mother’s Day treat for YOU!

April 26, 2018 By Meredith 8 Comments

While we are busy care-taking kiddos, tackling never-ending housework and likely shopping for other ladies on our list, my hope for all of us is that this Mother's Day in the midst, we can slice out a moment or a treat for ourselves. Seems a wild notion, but we can do this! And the $250 we're giving away below will make reaching this goal a lot easier!

Mother’s Day is soon here, mamas. While we are busy care-taking kiddos, tackling never-ending housework and likely shopping for other ladies on our list, my hope for all of us is that in the midst, we can slice out a moment or a treat for ourselves. Seems a wild notion, but we can do this! […]

Filed Under: Gifts, Giveaway, Holidays, Mommy's Favorites, Saving Money

Hollywood Darlings: Your Favorite 90s Childhood Star Friends

April 26, 2018 By Meredith 2 Comments

Hollywood Darlings is such a sweet, funny show! Beyond the hsyterical laughs delivered by your favorite 90s childhood stars, you'll dins a sweet, sweet bond a friendship--and that is the true win in this life!

Thank you to Pop TV for sponsoring this post so I could scoop all of you on the fantastic Hollywood Darlings show! All opinions are 100% my own. Any other Full House friends out there? Or fans of Step by Step and 7th Heaven? I know, me too! Growing up, these shows were the sweet […]

Filed Under: Celebrities, Children's TV Characters, Favorite TV Shows, Mommy's Favorites

ZooAmerica 40th Anniversary!

April 24, 2018 By Meredith 2 Comments

ZooAmerica's 40th Anniversary is happenning! Such a cool, family-friendly zoo that is the perfect spot for a day out with the kiddos! Go enjoy your family day out, mama!

Thank you to ZooAmerica for sponsoring this post so I can fill you in on this cool zoo that has thrived for 40 years! All opinions are 100% my own. ZooAmerica holds a special place in my heart, as some of my earliest young memories are of visiting this zoo with my parents and grandparents. […]

Filed Under: Hersheypark, Local outings, Local Travel, Vacations, Young Kids

zulily’s Mother’s Day Shopping for a Genius Win!

April 23, 2018 By Meredith 2 Comments

zulily's Mother's Day shopping options are genius and SO well organized! There is the perfect gift for every interest and budget--look no further, friends! Your Mother's Day shopping is in the bag

Thank you to zulily for sponsoring this post so I could fill you in on zulily’s Mother’s Day Shopping. My opinions are 100% my own! Friends, you know how much I love zulily! And there’s no more perfect time to delight in this site’s finds and deals than Mother’s Day! zulily is PACKED with gifts that will help […]

Filed Under: Budgeting, Holidays, Online Shopping, Saving Money

DIY Flower Bouquets with Kids: A Most Beautiful Tribute

April 23, 2018 By Meredith 2 Comments

DIY Flower Bouquets are so trendy and SMART! You can save a ton of money and get your kiddos involved, easy-peasy! Check out this smart, money-saving how-to and get cracking on this genius DIY, mama!

Six years ago, March 2nd, my mother took her leave from this earth. One of the greatest gifts since has been celebrating her life in small ways through our day-to-day. When Wayfair suggested creating a fresh flower bouquet, I knew immediately what the perfect Spring project with my kiddos would be! You see, for years […]

Filed Under: DIY, Grief, Young Kids

Hersheypark’s Accessibility Program: Making the Most of Your Visit with ASD/SPD

April 19, 2018 By Meredith 12 Comments

Hersheypark's Accessibility Program is SO IMPRESSIVE! If you have a kid on the spectrum, it is a Godsend. It goes far beyond other parks' services for ASD/SPD kids, and is so holistic and inclusive! Check it out--you will be so eager to plan your amusement park visit!

Thank you to Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Company for hosting my visit so I could share this information about Hersheypark’s Accessibility Program with all of you; all opinions are 100% my own! A few years ago, my family was planning a big amusement park trip, and I stumbled upon a wonderful find: there was help […]

Filed Under: ASD, Hersheypark, Vacations

On the Corner of Defeat and Hope

April 13, 2018 By Meredith 6 Comments

Struggling to keep afloat, mamas? You AREN'T ALONE. Everyone, trust me--EVERYONE!--feels this way. Abandon the desolation, take heart and hope and let yourself feel the connection with those around you in the exact same shoes. Defeat and hope? Absolutely. It's the name of our game--and check here for the whole smart reasoning.

Defeat and hope together? Sounds unlikely, no? But the things is, my fellow mamas in the trenches, you know exactly what I’m talking about–give me a moment to explain why… Last week a friend shared with me how she felt like a failure. My response: “You too?” As she is lovely and kind, she exclaimed, […]

Filed Under: Faith, Health, SAHM Life, Young Kids

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