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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

The Music Shop Book Club Discussion

April 6, 2018 By Meredith 4 Comments

Looking for a good read? Our virtual book club is delighting in our latest book club pick! Join us for our The Music Shop 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!

***This post on The Music Shop Book Club Discussion contains affiliate links which if you choose to purchase through, I have the capacity to earn a small commission. All opinions always remain 100% my own. Thank you for supporting the work we do here at Mom of the Year!*** One of my favorite joys of reading […]

Filed Under: Book Club, Books, Reading

Consignment Sale 101: The Gameplan You Need

April 5, 2018 By Meredith 3 Comments

Consignment sale 101 you need! Whether you are a consignment sale connoisseur needing a refresher on getting the maximum benefit from a sale or a newbie to the consignment world, I've packed this post with lots of helpful how-tos and tips, plus created a handy printable for you to organize your sale day gameplan like a pro!  So make sure to read up, get the whole scoop, then go ace those sales!

***Thank you to JBF Reading for sponsoring this post so I could bring you this Consignment Sale 101!*** Spring consignment season is here, friends! I love consignment sales. They are such a nifty way to save on all the stuff your kiddos need as they age and grow, and a super way to make some […]

Filed Under: Babies, Books, Budgeting, Children's Clothes, Saving Money, Toys, Young Kids

Tips for Planning Your Next Summer Vacation  

March 28, 2018 By Meredith 4 Comments

Looking to plan the perfect summer vacation? Done! Grab these smart, must-know trips and planning hacks and a fantastic family vacation is in the bag! Plus, make sure to check out the money-saving hacks to keep your trip budget-friendly!

While spring is just getting off the ground, the summer season will be here before you know it. Maybe you plan on taking a nice vacation with your family to get away from it all. If so, go ahead and stock up on useful tips now so you’re well-prepared when vacation time rolls around so […]

Filed Under: Organization, Summer, Vacations

Mommy Must Haves for Family Life on the Go

March 14, 2018 By Meredith 2 Comments

These 7 Mommy Must Haves are genius fixes to hacking your way through the craziness of kids, mama! Check them out, plan ahead and stock up--you'll love yourself the next time chaos touches down in your home!

***I have been compensated by AVEENO and JOHNSON’S® Baby for this post about Mommy Must Haves; however, I am sharing my own thoughts. All opinions are my own.*** I remember my early mom days too well. Leaving the house with a newborn and a toddler took no less than two hours prep and my entire […]

Filed Under: Babies, Homemaking, Keeping a Rein on the Kids, Leaving the House, Mommy's Favorites, Organization, Reviews, SAHM Life, Young Kids

15 Minute DIY No Sew Sock Rabbit

March 9, 2018 By Meredith 4 Comments

Looking for a fun, inexpensive lovey to add to your kiddos' Easter basket? This 15 Minute DIY No Sew Sock Rabbit is the perfect little stuffed animal that will allow you to celebrate Easter without breaking the bank or your busy schedule--give it a go and win Easter with these cute bunnies, mama!

As Easter approaches and Christmas has drained my wallet, I’m always on the hunt for inexpensive basket stuffers for Easter morning. In my family, no Easter basket (even my DIY Wooden Easter Bunny Basket!) is complete without a stuffed rabbit–and candy of course! Yet, stuffed animals in my home seem to have a day of spotlight and […]

Filed Under: DIY

The Great Alone Book Club

March 5, 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 Great Alone 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!

Thanks to Carrie of Normal Level of Crazy for sharing our The Great Alone Book Club chat, she always wows me with her wit, wisdom and insight–so glad for her and so glad YOU are here with us! ************************************************** I thought I’d start with a little shout out to this, our online book club!  I […]

Filed Under: Book Club, Books, Reviews

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