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Girls Know How

April 24, 2016 By Meredith 2 Comments

Girls Know How is an empowering young adult book series for girls that stresses the importance of self-confidence and capability. Want to share the values of education and independence with your young girls? Read this inspiring truth from the author. Then grab the books for this steal of a price! Fantastic discount!

Recently, I caught up with Ellen Langas, a career education advocate and the author of the Girls Know How® series, who shares tips to encourage kids to explore the careers of their dreams. I asked her to share her vision and tell us more about the books she has created. As she fills us in below, know […]

Filed Under: Books, Girlhood, Online Shopping, Reading, School, Young Kids

Mother’s Day Gifts that Will Win!

April 22, 2016 By Meredith 17 Comments

Looking for the perfect Mother's Day gifts? We've got all the inspiration you need here! The ideas are well-vetted, sure-to-please wins that will make any woman on your list smile! Check this out and get ready to give one of these fab gift ideas and be a winner this Mother's Day.

Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and that means it’s time to start shopping for Mother’s Day gifts, friends! Whether you are shopping for mom, grandma, aunt, sister, friend or yourself (yup, it’s totally cool to do that on this holiday!), I have taken one for the team (shopping and casing out new products is […]

Filed Under: Gifts, Giveaway, Holidays, Mommy's Favorites, Online Shopping

Easy Steps to Building a Raised Garden Bed

April 21, 2016 By Lindsay H 11 Comments

Wanting to build a raised garden bed for your home vegetable garden, but aren't sure where to start? Here is the easy step-by-by step how-to guide to build your own--the very cheap, economical way! Take an afternoon and get ready to dig into your own fresh, home-grown produce with these easy steps!

Today we welcome Lindsay to The Mom of the Year team! Lindsay blows me away with her can-do spirit and enthusiasm for DIY projects. She’s the kind of gal he won’t buy a table, but instead will MAKE HER OWN TABLE. Lindsay is incredibly talented and creative, and I’m delighted to share her ideas here so she can […]

Filed Under: DIY, Gardening, Homemaking

Declutter and Cut the Reclutter

April 20, 2016 By Anne Metz 6 Comments

Tired of all the mess and clutter in your home? Here is a very smart how-to for not only how to declutter but for how to prevent reclutter from happening--even with kids in your home! The tips and tricks are real and surprisingly easy. Follow the 3rd step and you'll be breathing a sigh of relief in no time!

Please welcome Anne to The Mom of the Year team! I love her sweet, genuine spirit, and she is one of those souls on this earth who ACTUALLY ENJOYS CLEANING AND ORGANIZING. I know, incredible! She is also savvy with crafting and home decor projects and will be sharing all of these smarts with us. I’m thrilled […]

Filed Under: Cleaning, Homemaking, Messy House, Organization

Give Allergies the Boot with an Air Purifier

April 19, 2016 By Meredith 15 Comments

Tired of battling allergies? I've tired all the tips, tricks, and medications, but this is the one fix that actually goes to the root of the problem--and boots it for good! Give it a try in your home and start breathing in all that fresh, clean air! No allergens allowed with this air purifier!

Lately, I’d been crushing on a new accessory for our home, and it’s one that won’t do anything to make our house prettier, but it would going to go a long way to making it significantly healthier. What is this magical device? An air purifier. Since I had my eye on one for quite a while, I […]

Filed Under: Cleaning, Doctor Appointments, Health, Sickness

Pass Me the Supplements!

April 18, 2016 By Meredith

In this crazy busy life, stress takes a toll on our general health and wellness. One smart way to combat this is with vitamins, minerals, and supplements. I've learned so much in my journey with these products, not the least of which is how to score them for the most afforadable price possible! Read this and get the whole scoop and savings for yourself! Let the journey to a healthy lifestyle begin!

This post was sponsored by Nature Made® as a part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central. I’m a gal who likes my vitamins and supplements. And with an entire shelf of our refrigerator dedicated to their storage, I don’t play when it comes to pursuing the full benefit they can offer. When Nature Made offered […]

Filed Under: Grocery Shopping, Health, Mommy's Favorites, Online Shopping, Saving Money

Real Moms Don’t Judge

April 14, 2016 By Meredith 9 Comments

Finding someone else in this world who gets it and who keeps it real while offering hope is SUCH a blessing. As she says, real moms don't judge! Check out this gal's smarts while learning a very important, timeless lesson--how to let insults roll off of you and keep your smile and peace in tact. The truth of her trick is so simple!

Once in a while in this blogging world you chance upon a kindred spirit, someone who gets it the way you get it and presses on through the crazy with a similar perspective. When I recently crossed paths with Sheila of Real Moms Don’t Judge, I knew I’d found such a person.   Take a minute […]

Filed Under: Blog Stuff, Faith, Health

Love at First Floss(ers)!

April 13, 2016 By Meredith 9 Comments

Getting kids to floss their teeth can be tricky! Cut the daily battle and use these tricky tools to making your children's dental health and oral hygiene easy-peasy! The flossers are a dream to use--and check this surprise reason why kids think they are fun too!

***This post is sponsored by Plackers® Flossers*** When I first took my kids to the dentist a few years back, I was feeling pretty puffed up–“Look at me! Leaving the house! Taking care of my kids’ oral hygeine! I am Mom of the Year!” Then our dentist asked the fateful question, “How often are you flossing their […]

Filed Under: Doctor Appointments, Health, Homemaking, Young Kids

The Burned Out Break

April 6, 2016 By Meredith 14 Comments

Feeling burned out, exhausted and worn down by all that is happening? Don't worry, moms, you aren't alone! We've got your back with this nifty idea for taking a burned out break despite all the neediness and drama of young kids that is dominating your day-to-day! I'll bet you've never heard REALness like this!

I snapped a few weeks ago. Completely, lost-my-crap, snapped. The truth was, I was burned out. This wasn’t just stress, this was a different level of desperation. Psychology differentiates between stress and burnout. I spend most of my days stressed and overwhelmed, which is likely what created my recent sorry state.   It was a Wednesday, and I […]

Filed Under: Escapism, Faith, Health, Mommy Time, Sickness

The DIY Genius of Small Glass Jars

April 4, 2016 By Meredith 26 Comments

Looking to kick off a DIY project, add a fun accent to your home decor, store food or beauty products, or need quality jars for your product business? I am amazed by the long-lasting, money-saving quality of these glass jars. There is one for every size and purpose you need, but moreover, check in here for some fun ideas for how to purpose these jars in DIY projects that are simple, easy, fun and make great gifts too! I'll bet you never thought of the 3rd suggestion--and it's my favorite one!

When I was first asked by Infinity Jars to share their glass jars with you in this sponsored post, I was curious to check out their product identified as “The Most Decadent Glass Ever Created”. Could this glass really be that superior? Why did I need such quality jars? Would I have use for glass jars in […]

Filed Under: Crafts, DIY, Gardening, Homemaking, Organization, Saving Money

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