Fresh Raspberry Lemonade Serves 8 � Cups Sugar 2 Cups Water, Divided 2 Cups Fresh Raspberries � Cup Fresh Orange Juice (About 1 Orange) 1 � Cups Fresh Lemon Juice (About 13 Medium Lemons) 16 Ounces Sparkling Water, Chilled Combine sugar and � cup water in a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Cook 2 minutes, stirring until sugar dissolves. Cool to room temperature. Combine remaining 1 � cups water and raspberries in a blender; pulse 10 times or until well blended. Strain mi … [Read more...]
Charisma Media’s Social Media Party Hop 8/22
Welcome to the Social Media Party Hop brought to you by Charisma Media! Are you ready to party?! This party does not require an invitation because everyone is invited! Are you looking to improve your social media reach? Looking to make new friends and fans? Why not link up to our 4 way social media hop! … [Read more...]
Branson, Missouri Trip Giveaway! (Ends 9/19)
The giveaway below is being hosted by Southern Stay-at-Home Momma. I am not responsible for choosing the winner or processing, handling or shipping the prize. Could any of you use a vacation? I wouldn't mind one myself, but this one is for one of you guys. :) I'm giving away a 3 day/2 night Branson, Missouri family vacation! I'd like to thank our fabulous sponsor of this giveaway -- Choose Branson, a division of Summerwinds Resorts! This family vacation prize package (which is worth … [Read more...]
RIP Phyllis Diller
Sadly, an iconic comic died today. Phyllis Diller died today, Monday August 20th, in her home at the age of 95. Currently the cause has not been released. Some things she was known for are: The Phyllis Diller Show (1966-67) A Bug's Life (Voice of Queen) (1998) The Bold and the Beautiful as Gladys Pope (1999-2004) Rest in peace, Phyllis! You will be missed <3 … [Read more...]
Whisked Foodie
I love sharing with you wonderful blogs/websites out there that can help you in your life - whether it be with crafting, parenting, cooking, or what-not. Well, I found a great site that I hope you utlitize! The site is called Whisked Foodie. They have wonderful recipes, from healthy foods, to foods you can eat for comfort (I wish I could be eating a lot of these right now - stupid wisdom teeth!) and many more. My favorite section of Whisked Foodie, though, is their cooking with kids … [Read more...]
Social Media Party Hop 8/15
Welcome to the Social Media Party Hop brought to you by Charisma Media!I love this hop because I've gained many followers who have become great friends! :) Are you ready to party?! This party does not require an invitation because everyone is invited! Are you looking to improve your social media reach? Looking to make new friends and fans? Why not link up to our 4 way social media hop! Click 'Read More' to join in on the fun and gain more friends and followers! :) … [Read more...]
Ciao by Bethany Lopez Book Tour – Review
I got the opportunity to read Ciao by Bethany Lopez. I am very glad that I got to, because it was a great story. This book was the third story in a series called Stories About Melissa. The first two stories are called Ta Ta For Now! and xoxoxo.) Ciao is about Melissa's sophomore year in high school. Two friends that Melissa made during the summber, Cassie and Giovanni, join Melissa's group. Melissa is dealing with having feelings for two different boys. I don't want to give away other … [Read more...]
Quaker Prize Pack Giveaway (Ends 8/24)
I love all of Quaker's products, so I'm excited to be helping promote this giveaway! I hope that one of my readers here at Optimistic Mommy wins! Good luck! :) Welcome to the Quaker Prize Pack Giveaway! Hosted by Baby Costcutters and co-hosted by Capri's Coupons and Fun On a Dime. One lucky winner will recieve these newest items from Quaker! Quaker Banana Nut Bread Soft Baked Bars ~ Made with real bananas and almonds, taste great warmed up in the microwave too! Quaker Yogurt … [Read more...]
