2019-11-17 02:49
After spending an entire blog post waxing philosophical about what my dream dishwasher would be like, I realized that we are probably more likely to replace our refrigerator before our dishw… Read More
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2019-11-10 23:48
We are at the point where our kitchen appliances are all starting to need to be replaced. We bought our house in 2002 and bought all of our appliances at that time. We’ve already repla… Read More
2019-11-06 17:48
This post is sponsored by Everstar and all opinions are my own. I love the holiday season and always go all out celebrating it. Honestly, our holiday decorations go up Thanksgiving weekend a… Read More
2019-11-04 00:08
It can seem overwhelming at times being a pet owner. In addition to caring for your four-legged friends’ basic needs such as diet and exercise, you also have to concern yourself with t… Read More
2019-10-31 17:09
As someone who travels quite a bit, I find myself working on planes, trains, in airports and in coffee shops quite a bit. Since I’ve been working from home for over a decade now, I&rsq&hell…Read More
2019-10-29 20:44
My favorite season is here!! I love Fall – the crisp air, the pretty leaves, the sniffles. Okay, I don’t love the sniffles. But I do love finding new Fall favorites to make my Fa… Read More
2019-10-23 15:52
Computers, smarts phones, and other devices have become extensions of who we are. We have become so accustomed to being connected that it would be challenging to revert to life before the te… Read More
2019-10-15 01:32
I was busy making dinner when my cell phone rang and I grabbed it absentmindedly and answered. A concerned gentleman on the other end of the line informed me that my Windows computer had bee… Read More
2019-10-07 13:16
One of my favorite campfire treats is a good s’more. Even when it’s no longer campfire season (or it’s raining or snowing out) I love to find ways to enjoy s’mores in… Read More
2019-10-03 03:21
It’s lice season again folks. Sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but there are already reports from schools about lice infestations. And it’s not just elementary schools –… Read More
2019-10-01 22:50
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Apple Vacations and Dreams Los Cabos Suites Golf Resort & Spa for IZEA Worldwide. All opinions are 100% mine. What would your dream va… Read More
2019-09-30 18:47
Fall is finally here and there’s a reason why it’s often referred to as “pumpkin spice season”. This actually seems to be fairly controversial (I know, right?) and I… Read More
2019-09-12 16:43
I love a good animated movie! It doesn’t matter that my “baby” is now a teen – I’ll go by myself to see new animated releases if he is feeling “too cool&r&hell…Read More
2019-09-06 02:29
I’ve been seeing those back to school pictures all over my Facebook feed these past few days. We still have a few weeks before we go back but we are definitely thinking ahead and start… Read More
2019-09-04 19:14
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Tyson Foods, Inc. The opinions and text are all mine. It’s getting to be that season again – the school buses are maki… Read More
2019-08-17 20:18
As school gets back into session, we enter one of the biggest seasons of the year – fundraising season. We will be participating in fundraisers for Josh’s school, Scouts, sports… Read More
2019-08-15 19:53
Every generation has its own characteristics. While those generalizations may not be 100% for every single member of that generation, they do point out certain trends within those specific a… Read More
2019-08-13 18:13
The end of summer is on the horizon, and that means many teens will be back on the roads during rush hour to make it to school on time. While parents can’t control how their teen drive… Read More
2019-07-26 17:36
This post was sponsored by Del Monte as part of an Influencer Activation and all opinions expressed in my post are my own. Josh is starting high school in September. I’m kind of in dis… Read More
2019-07-05 20:38
Boston has long been one of my favorite US cities! I actually lived in Boston for four years during college and then in the outskirts of Boston for two years during grad school. I’d be… Read More
2019-07-01 19:29
While my immediate family does not eat gluten-free, we have LOTS of friends and extended family who do. When Josh was a toddler, one of his best friends was gluten-free and I had the hardest… Read More
2019-06-20 12:31
The post is sponsored by BabbleBoxx.com on behalf of Boston Market. My first job out of college was as a college admissions counselor. The college I worked for was in New Hampshire and my re… Read More
2019-06-18 22:56
Like so many teens these days, my son loves playing video games. Between all of the extracurricular activities he has and a decent amount of homework, he doesn’t have a lot of time to… Read More
2019-06-18 19:45
Hi, I’m Maureen and I’m a podcast addict. (All together now – “Hi Maureen!”) Wow, it feels good to come clean and I want to thank Skullcandy and Best Buy for sp… Read More
2019-06-16 02:38
You’d think cooking brats would be pretty easy right? Well, it is once you know how to cook brats like a pro. I’m thrilled to be partnering with our sponsor, Spartan Nash* to sha… Read More
2019-06-04 17:25
When I first started telling folks back East that I was moving to Wisconsin, I got the usual comments about cheese and beer. But I noticed that people who had actually lived here (or visited… Read More
2019-06-03 19:28
Thank you Brawny® Tear-A-Square® for sponsoring this post. Think of all the ways you can Put a Square There! If you know me at all, you know that I try to be somewhat frugal whenever… Read More
2019-05-31 20:56
One of the things I hear over and over again about the Profile by Sanford weight loss program is that people think they will get sick of drinking the shakes. I get it – those that may… Read More
2019-05-31 15:39
Amazon Studios is coming out with a new movie that is destined to become one of the summer’s “must see” films! Written by and starring Mindy Kalling and co-starring Emma Th… Read More
2019-05-22 06:33
One of the things that comes along with home ownership that no one really tells you about beforehand is yard work. LOTS of yard work! Summer means cutting grass, trimming trees and shrubs, p… Read More
2019-05-21 19:32
This summer is kind of a big one for my family as Josh is graduating from 8th grade! (I’m still trying to figure out how exactly this happened as I’m pretty sure it was just yest… Read More
2019-04-16 06:17
I’d like to take a minute to thanks our sponsor, FilterEasy, for allowing us to bring you these tips on how to lower your heating and cooling costs. Three things you can do now to lowe… Read More
2019-04-15 02:56
A new face in the field of weight loss has hit the Milwaukee area! Profile by Sanford (who is our sponsor partner for this post) is getting ready to open their first Wisconsin store in early… Read More
2019-04-12 18:02
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Nature’s Recipe®. All opinions are 100% mine. Like most of the country, we had a veeeery long winter here in Wisconsin. The… Read More
2019-04-09 03:36
What do you typically see filling most Easter Baskets? Jelly beans, chocolate, bunnies and those gooey cream eggs, right? Whether your child has a food allergy or you are just trying to cut… Read More
2019-04-07 22:10
Thank you CleanMyMac X for sponsoring this post. Ranked as the “App of the month” on Product Hunt, CleanMyMac X is an all-in-one package to awesomize your Mac and make it run jus… Read More
2019-03-31 21:12
Like most moms, I have about a gazillion pictures in my phone. And also like most moms, I love sharing said photos with my extended family who happen to be located all over the country. A hu… Read More
2019-03-13 19:16
Since this is proving to be the winter that just will not end, I’m leaning in to all of my favorite comfort foods and even trying a few new ones. This baked tomato mozzarella dish… Read More
2019-02-26 18:44
It’s tradition to serve up great drinks on St. Patrick’s Day. And whether you’re partying with your friends or your kids, you’ll find a delicious drink recipe here. F… Read More
2019-02-09 23:19
Puppy Chow is one of my all time favorite snacks. Which is actually kind of funny because I never had it as a kid. I wasn’t introduced to Puppy Chow until I was a teacher and one of my… Read More
2019-01-30 22:00
This post was sponsored by Ling Ling, all opinions expressed in my post are my own. Chinese New Year is coming up on February 5th this year. If you are thinking that it is a different day th… Read More
2019-01-10 22:45
This post was sponsored by Amazon as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own. Just before the holidays hit full force, we rece… Read More
2019-01-08 22:39
Thank you Allstate for sponsoring this post. I chose to write this post because doing good in local communities is at Allstate’s core. Sometimes it’s easy to overlook just how ho… Read More
2019-01-05 02:45
This post was sponsored by Proctor & Gamble as part of an Influencer Activation and all opinions expressed in my post are my own. Based on my social media feed, the winter ickies (f… Read More
2019-01-02 11:00
Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to celebrate everything heart shaped! While people tend to think of chocolates as the “go-to” Valentine’s Day gift, I have always… Read More
2018-12-30 17:46
I am quick to admit that Winter is NOT my favorite season. (I’m probably living in the wrong state then, right???) But that doesn’t stop me from finding a few things I love about… Read More
2018-12-20 19:08
Most of the posts this time of year are all about gift ideas for other people. Not that I’m saying there is anything wrong with that – the holidays are supposed to be all about g… Read More
2018-12-19 18:23
While the CDC confirms that from 2011 to 2017, cigarette smoking declined among middle and high school students, a dangerous new trend is on the increase and rapidly taking the place of trad… Read More
2018-12-18 14:15
This post is sponsored by Red Gold® Tomatoes and SheKnows Media. Do you ever wonder about where your food comes from? I know I do, probably more so since I moved to the Midwest. Being in… Read More
2018-12-15 22:29
As a former teacher, I sympathize with the dilemma teachers face these days. Most would love to have a schedule full of nothing but interesting and engaging hands-on learning experiences all… Read More
2018-12-15 18:17
Welcome to the first installment of our 2018 Holiday Gift Guide!! We found so many amazing gift ideas to include in this year’s Holiday Gift Guide that we have split it up into several… Read More
2018-12-11 16:49
Parents spend a lot of time making sure their homes are safe, which they absolutely should. Common areas that are modified are electrical outlets, heavy furniture, and stairs. I’m thri… Read More
2018-11-28 20:02
While there are always a ton of fun craft ideas around for the winter holidays, it can be hard to find cute fall-themed crafts that go beyond the handprint turkey idea. These adorable acorn… Read More
2018-11-16 22:25
I always love when my friends over at BabbleBoxx send a box full of goodies for me to try out. (This post is sponsored by BabbleBoxx.) This month, they sent over some items that it feels lik… Read More
2018-11-15 11:00
Ask anyone who has ever entertained, your guests always wind up in the kitchen. It doesn’t matter what exciting activities you have going on in the other rooms of your home, they all g… Read More
2018-11-11 22:10
As I’m sure you know, new moms have their hands full in so many ways. Between the many demands of caring for a tiny human, the myriad of emotions that take over when you first become a… Read More
2018-11-08 22:16
You may remember that a while back I shared my experience with the Microderm Dermabrasion System from Trophy Skin Care. I was so impressed with that whole experience, I immediately said &ldq&hell…Read More
2018-11-06 00:05
I’m thrilled to be partnering with our sponsor, Bays English Muffins, to bring you this recipe for a delicious Baked Apple Cinnamon Skillet French Toast! With the holidays quickl… Read More
2018-10-19 01:08
It seems like there is already a bunch of sickness and junk getting passed around. Seems like just yesterday it was 80-something degrees and now the temperatures have plummeted and people ar… Read More
2018-10-17 14:50
Halloween is just around the corner! If you are looking for a fun Halloween craft you can create that will also serve as a pretty cool looking decoration, you need to check out this easy to… Read More
2018-10-10 01:28
Anyone who knows me at all knows I LOVE essential oils. Right around the time I got pregnant with Josh, I developed an intolerance to most synthetic smells. Suddenly, my beloved candle colle… Read More
2018-10-09 00:11
So now that we have all been back at school for a little while the honeymoon phase is wearing off and you are probably getting a better picture of what challenges your student is going to fa… Read More
2018-10-08 00:50
Last week, Mel from Outnumbered 3-1 and I had another fun spa adventure. This time we checked out The Pheasant Run Resort in St. Charles, Illinois. If you’re not familiar with the area… Read More
2018-10-05 13:51
This post is sponsored by Babbleboxx.com on behalf of Erie Insurance. Fall is probably my favorite season. Back when I was teaching, I kind of dreaded the hectic months of establishing a rou… Read More
2018-10-03 06:12
With Halloween just around the corner and the evenings getting dark earlier, it is a perfect time to share ghost stories and explore spooky places in our own backyard. If you are someone who… Read More
2018-09-29 20:39
Sometimes moms need to cut themselves a break and stop expecting perfection from themselves. I’m all about working smarter and not harder while still doing what works best for my famil… Read More
2018-09-24 22:33
It’s hard to believe that fall is finally upon us. Along with the changing of the leaves, fall brings cooler temperatures, football and pumpkin everything. To be honest, fall is probab… Read More
2018-09-12 12:00
You may notice that you are hearing more and more about Lyme disease lately. That’s not just because it is summer (although people do become more conscious of it during the warmer mont… Read More
2018-08-27 19:13
While we are starting back to school about a week later than the rest of the area, it’s still going to be hot in these parts. Heck, last fall we were rocking temps in the high 70&rsquo&hell…Read More
2018-08-15 23:05
Last night I had the opportunity to attend a private friends and family preview of the new Fleet Farm store in Oconomowoc. Thanks to our sponsored partnership, I can share with you a quick o… Read More
2018-08-15 16:26
A good baked mac and cheese is the perfect choice for any meal. I have loved mac and cheese since I was a kid feasting on the blue boxed kind, but once I discovered what REAL mac and cheese… Read More
2018-08-10 16:39
This is a sponsored post on behalf of Upparent. Back when I was a new mom (many years ago), it certainly did not seem like there were many resources available to me. I should clarify that th… Read More
2018-08-08 02:20
My latest travels brought me to the gorgeous Eaglewood Resort and Spa. I was having a pretty stressful week and could not have asked for a better place to unwind and relax. Huge thanks to Ea… Read More
2018-08-06 14:58
This post is sponsored by Welch’s® Fruit Snacks. I am being compensated for this post. All comments and opinions are my own. I thought Josh had a busy after school schedule back wh… Read More
2018-08-04 21:41
This is a sponsored post for SheSpeaks. Anyone who wears glasses or has a child who wears glasses knows how expensive it can be to get a pair of stylish frames and good lenses. You can imagi… Read More
2018-08-03 15:43
You may recall that my friend and travel buddy, Mel, and I recently did a little girls’ getaway trip to Lake Geneva, WI. While we were there, we were hosted by The Grand Geneva Resort… Read More
2018-08-01 21:21
It’s hard to believe that the summer is already two-thirds over and that “Back to School season” is upon us. Those of you with kids needing school supplies, new clothes, sh… Read More
2018-07-24 21:51
This post is sponsored by Trademore. I was paid for this post. There are many reasons you might want your child to have a cell phone. I know we finally gave in and got one for Josh when he w… Read More
2018-07-19 14:41
According to the CDC (Center for Disease Control), insect-borne diseases have tripled since 2004. This statistic kind of blows my mind. As a family, we’ve always been pretty cautious a… Read More
2018-07-11 02:59
We are a snacking family in this house. We tend to pull out snacks after school (but before dinner) or after dinner if we are watching TV. Sometimes we even grab a snack for the road if we a… Read More
2018-07-03 03:03
The Fourth of July means fireworks, picnics and parties on the patio. I’ve mentioned before that I love serving Jello shots for patio parties because I don’t have to worry about… Read More
2018-07-02 14:28
One of the best parts of the Fourth of July is making all the fun red, white, and blue themed treats and foods to serve up at the annual picnic. In our family, we enjoy it so much we make pa… Read More
2018-06-28 18:32
Here in the Midwest, the Fourth of July is a big holiday. Just about every town around here has a parade during the day and a spectacular fireworks show in the evening. We have a family trad… Read More
2018-06-25 19:51
I have always loved onions and for a long time I didn’t really know the difference in all of the different kinds. After a bit of experimentation, I started finding I preferred some oni… Read More
2018-06-20 23:18
You’re already shopping for yourself and your family, so why not reward yourself with something that is designed especially for you. That’s exactly what myUpside does for yo… Read More
2018-06-11 20:49
Thanks to our sponsor, AXE, for making this post possible. Do you remember what it was like being a teen? That time when you cared oh-so-much what everyone else thought about you and even mo… Read More
2018-06-07 19:32
If you’ve followed me here for any length of time, you know that I work hard but also love to take a break to recharge and refuel pretty often. If Jay is super busy at work and can&rsq&hell…Read More
2018-06-04 13:35
What is more perfect for summer than a good margarita? Nothing quite says “relax and chill out” like a perfect lime margarita. Well, except maybe the perfect lime margarita Jello… Read More
2018-05-23 22:45
Every day should be mother’s day. I get that you’re probably thinking “of course she thinks that – she’s a mom!”. (Unless you’re a mom too, then you… Read More
2018-05-15 17:04
If you are anything like me, you’ve been anxiously waiting for the new IKEA to open in Oak Creek. It’s been just over a year since IKEA announced plans to build its first Wi… Read More
2018-05-11 00:00
Mother’s Day is right around the corner. If you’re still struggling with the perfect gift to get mom, you’re going to love this post! We’ve partnered with our sponsor… Read More
2018-05-08 16:03
This post was sponsored by Amazon as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own. Our family became fans of the Amazon Alexa Echo… Read More
2018-05-07 00:40
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of on behalf of the J.M. Smucker Company . All opinions are 100% mine. Until you have a dog, you really can’t understand how much they… Read More
2018-05-02 13:38
This post is sponsored by SC Johnson. Remember when you were a kid and the biggest responsibility you had was going to school? (And fess up – at the time, you thought it was soooo unfa… Read More
2018-04-24 01:00
This post was sponsored by Nabisco as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own. OREO cookies have been a favorite of mine since… Read More
2018-04-17 21:38
Somehow we always seem to wind up with a bunch of overripe bananas in our kitchen. Anyone else have this happen to them? Beyond making your favorite banana bread recipe, what can y… Read More
2018-04-16 10:00
Despite the fact that Mother Nature keeps dumping snow on much of the country, Spring is actually here. And in my house (like many others) Spring means a deep clean to chase out those last r… Read More
2018-04-06 21:31
When we first adopted Roofus from the shelter, we knew we had a LOT to learn about being good dog owners. We learned about the kind of nutrition he needed and made sure to give him lo… Read More
2018-04-01 02:06
If you are suddenly experiencing foot pain, there’s a good chance you have plantar fasciitis. (Now I’m not a doctor or any kind of health professional, so do please get a pr… Read More
2018-03-21 00:03
Streamline your dinner with this delicious Instant Pot Black Bean and Quinoa Salad! I’m thrilled to be bringing this recipe to you thanks to our paid partnership with S&W Bean… Read More
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