How to Choose Wines to Suit the Occasion

The wine aisle of the supermarket can be a daunting place: so many bottles from so many countries. Many people end up just going on the grounds of price. They know it's not the way to go about things, but hey, do you really have time to do a week long sommelier's course in the south of France? If you're a busy mom, I doubt it! That's why this post aims to take the stress out of wine buying with a few simple tips and suggestions, depending on the reason for your journey down the wine … [Read more...]

Belong to You by Vi Keeland Book Review

**WARNING: This review is of a book that is an erotic romance.** If you enjoyed the Fifty Shades of Grey series, then you will more than likely enjoy Belong to You by Vi Keeland. I actually liked it a lot more, honestly. I will get to that in a second. First I want to let you know what the book is even about!   After having to cancel her wedding due to her two-timing fiancee, Sydney heads to her honeymoon that she had already paid for with her friend, Sienna. Sienna told her … [Read more...]

The Urbio As Seen on Shark Tank Review & Giveaway

I saw this episode of Shark Tank when the Urbio was on, so I am absolutely THRILLED to be a part of a giveaway for one! I wish all of you the best of luck - I would love for someone from Optimistic Mommy to win! :) Meet Urbio Review by Liz of WomanlyWoman.com I seriously have fallen in love with My Urbio urban vertical garden. It's not just because I had the chance to email with Beau (in the video) and find out how passionate he is about his product. (I love entrepreneurs!) It's … [Read more...]

Hot Iron Holster Review & Giveaway (Ends 4/10)

  This post is HOT STUFF. Liz of WOmanlyWoman.com warned you about it: @womanlywoman Looking forward to it! � Hot Iron Holster (@Hotironholster) March 27, 2013 I'm so excited to be a part of this giveaway - by Liz it seems like a great product that I know I could use! Take the time to read her review, and then entire to win a Hot Iron Holster of your own! :) The Product Review I must say I am very impressed by this product. When I first came across it, I was skeptical that a piec … [Read more...]

Money Saving Tips for You and Your Family!

As part of Day 2 of my Ultimate Blog Challenge, I thought I would give you all some tips on saving money, especially when it comes to your family. In this day and age and with the economy how it is, you have to find as many ways to save money as you can. It is especially true if you have children, like the majority of my readers do. Here are just a few money saving tips that I have to help you out! Create a Budget - This is first and foremost on my list because there is no way you can … [Read more...]

Reintroducing Myself

For April I have decided to participate in the Ultimate Blog Challenge. I am going to attempt to do at least one blog post a day. Of course that doesn't count giveaways and other exciting things I have in store for you this month. :) To start April off, I thought I would kind of reintroduce myself. I have received a lot of new readers since this blog started in January of 2012, and I know everyone doesn't get a chance to go to my 'About Me' at the top of the homepage, so here we go! My … [Read more...]

Tip Hero’s Spring Cleaning Giveaway Event

If you're looking for a great event to join in on, this one is a good one! This event is free to join if you post an announcement post. If you don't wish to post the announcement post, please send the $5 non-post fee to [email protected] on PayPal. You will receive one free link, either Twitter or Pinterest, in return for participating. You can also purchase additional links for $5. your choices are RSS/Email, Twitter and Pinterest. The sign-ups for this event end on April … [Read more...]

Birth Relaxation Kit Giveaway (Ends 4/29)

Birth. It is one of the most sacred events in a woman's life. A right of passage into motherhood. Whether you birth at home or in a hospital, your body presents your long awaited gift... one that you have nutured diligently. If there is one thing we can all agree on, it is that all women labor differently and that there are several options to birth as compatibly as every laboring mother needs. Hypnobirthing is one option that's gentle and natural. Hypnobirthing is a childbirth method … [Read more...]