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The Cheesecake Factory Menu Has It All!

July 20, 2016 By Meredith 4 Comments

National Cheesecake Day is coming up! How will you celebrate? I've got the best idea out there, plus the inspiration for the needed break your family needs. Family time? Family dinner out? You're going to want to check out the fun new addition to the scrumptious Cheesecake Factory menu--you'll be wowed!

Many of my working hours are spent hunched over a laptop nursing a cup of lukewarm coffee and whatever scrappy leftovers I piece together together for a meal. So when our family was invited to check out The Cheesecake Factory menu in exchange for an honest review, I jumped at the rare chance to change up the scenery […]

Filed Under: Leaving the House, Mommy's Favorites, Recipes, Vacations

Custom Invitations for any Occasion

July 19, 2016 By Meredith 4 Comments

Need quick, easy, yet fantastic invitations for your next event? You MUST check out this service. It's the most user-friendly, creative source I've found, and some of these special features are unreal with how helpful and impressive they are. Go make your own custom invitations now--you will be wowed by their innovative ordering process, I promise!

***Disclosure: This post about custom invitations is sponsored by Basic Invite and I have been compensated for my participation. All opinions are my own*** In just one short month my beautiful daughter will be turning ONE! Apparently I’m in a cloud of shocked disbelief (or maybe it’s just second child syndrome?) because I haven’t even started planning the party.  I’ve […]

Filed Under: Birthdays, DIY, Kid Birthday Parties, Online Shopping, Organization

The Easy Way to Make Canvas Prints

July 12, 2016 By Meredith 4 Comments

Looking for an easy way to display your photos without spending a ton of money? Canvas prints are the perfect solution! Here's the easy how-to along with a cool idea for getting some really nifty wall art for your home. And don't miss the giveaway--one reader is scoring a free canvas print!

***This post about the easy way to make canvas prints is sponsored by Canvas Factory. All opinions remain my own.*** I’m a picture kind of gal. I like taking them, I like sharing them with friends and family, and most of all, I like decorating my home with them. The thing is, pictures capture happy […]

Filed Under: Budgeting, DIY, Gifts, Homemaking, Online Shopping, Saving Money

You’re Doing it Right

July 8, 2016 By Meredith 6 Comments

Feeling overwhelmed by the insanity of raising kids? Parts of you feel like they're slowly dying away as you try to keep up with it all? Good news, mom! No, really. Check out this surprising reason why feeling like you are losing your mind is a GOOD sign that you're doing this right. Finally, the vote of confidence in raising kids that you need!

I’ve been working on a new theory over here in my neck of the summer activity marathon. It’s still a work in progress, so bear with me; let’s hash it out together. It’s a pretty simple idea, actually: when attempting to rock this insane gig of parenthood, if you feel like you want to die, […]

Filed Under: Health, Keeping a Rein on the Kids, SAHM Life, Young Kids

Share Sunshine with this Sweet Summer Gift

July 6, 2016 By Meredith 3 Comments

Looking for the perfect summer gift for mom or just want a special treat for yourself? I am so wowed by these necklaces--time and again. They never break or tarnish and you get to select personalized jewelry that is a perfect match for you! Oh, and did I mention, there's a free one up for grabs here? True story! Pop over now!

***This post about a summer gift is sponsored by Helen Ficalora*** I’m not a fancy gal by any stretch, but I have been trying a teensy bit more lately. You know, general things like clean underwear and brush can go a long way. When I want to feel really pulled together, I’ve found little touches like a […]

Filed Under: Fashion, Gifts, Giveaway

20 Books that Belong on Your Summer Reading List

July 1, 2016 By Meredith 21 Comments

Wa-hoo! Summer is here and that means summer reading is here! Looking for the perfect beach book or captivating read to get lost in this season? We've got the list of the top 20 books that belong on your summer reading list. They all come with the reason WHY you need to snatch them up, not to mention this INCREDIBLE giveaway--11 books, a $225 Amazon giftcard...seriously, you have to check this out to believe it! Here's to fantastic books!

What’s that, friends? You feel that gorgeous sunshine on your back and hear those birds chirping? Yup, it’s officially SUMMER! And to all the readers of the world, that means one very, very important thing: it’s time to dig into that summer reading list! Been a little too distracted by the end-of-school insanity to bone up on […]

Filed Under: Book Club, Books, Reading

It’s All about the Kids at Dorney Park and Wildwater Kingdom

June 17, 2016 By Meredith 1 Comment

Looking for some local fun for the kids this summer? The rides, events, and promotions for kids at Dorney Park and Wildwater Kingdom is perfect! They get to play at a super amusement park and water park, while having fun in the sun! A wonderful way to celebrate the summer! Check out the cool deal going on now--you won't believe it!

***Disclosure: This post about kids at Dorney Park and Wildwater Kingdom is sponsored by Cedar Fair Entertainment Company in conjunction with Blog Meets Brand, and I have been compensated for my participation. All opinions are my own.*** My family’s newest avid crush this summer is Dorney Park and Wildwater Kingdom. The fun events and special […]

Filed Under: Leaving the House, Mommy's Favorites, Sickness, Toddler Playtime, Vacations, Young Kids

Easy Way to Make Money at Home

June 16, 2016 By Meredith Leave a Comment

Wondering if you can actually make money at home? The answer is heck yeah! Here is the true story of how I, as a stay-at-home-mom, a new mom, earned extra spending cash for my family online (for free!) in the corners of our days and naptimes. It made a huge difference having the extra income, and I'm so grateful I did this--truly easy, user-friendly, and UBER-convenient!

***Disclosure: This post about how to make money at home is sponsored by Survey Sampling International in conjunction with Blog Meets Brand and I have been compensated for my participation. All opinions are my own*** Long about oh, an almost exact seven years ago, I found my world completely upended. That nifty two-salary gig my husband […]

Filed Under: Budgeting, Mommy Time, Naptime, SAHM Life, Saving Money, Young Kids

Dumb Ways JR

June 8, 2016 By Meredith 4 Comments

Looking for an app for your younger kids that is safe, educational AND fun? Search no more! This family-friend find from Dumb Ways JR will keep them responsibly and happily engaged whenever your next doctor's appointment hits! It's all good, mom! And you won't believe how cute the feature is that makes them giggle the most!

***This post is sponsored by The Motherhood in conjunction with Dumb Ways JR.*** I’ve shared a bit with you, friends, about my son’s passionate love for all things Angry Birds. It is a most serious dedication, and the joy it brings him is so sincere, screen time with his birds every day is an easy allowance to make. […]

Filed Under: Keeping a Rein on the Kids, Leaving the House, Mommy's Favorites, Young Kids

Book Club Lives Large with Crazy Rich Asians

June 3, 2016 By Meredith 10 Comments

We were SO captivated by this book! Check out the reasons why and I'll bet you'll be sold too! Toss on your jammies, cozy up and read with our virtual book club, friends! We're so glad YOU are here! Let's get this summer reading started with Eligible!

Happy summer! Can’t believe it’s finally here, friends. After we settle this nasty business of school and endless end-of-the-year festivities, this mama is grabbing a book and kicking her feet back! (read: fantasizing heavily about the time her children will be old enough to swim by themselves and she can peacefully lounge poolside. In the interim, I’ll continue to sneak […]

Filed Under: Book Club, Books, Giveaway, Reading

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