This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #CokeHappyHour #CollectiveBias We all go through difficult times. Some of us go through harder things than others, but we all go through difficult things. I like to try and make everyone smile, no matter how bad of a day they are having. I'm sharing with you a favorite thing to cheer people up with - a gift basket, featuring Coca-Cola! About 8 months ago my aunt and I started … [Read more...]
Mom, I�m Home: How to Deal with Your Nest Suddenly Being Full Again
You've spent the last 18 years or more loving, nurturing, and providing for your children. You made sure they had three square meals a day, a roof over their heads, and clothes on their back. You spent your last to put them through college so that they could make something of themselves. You should be proud of yourself. In fact, you should give yourself a pat on the back, because raising a child is certainly a commendable action. Then, just when you start to get the hang of living on your own … [Read more...]
Best Baby Shower Games #BestBabyShower
Finding out a new baby is arriving is always so exciting! Whether it is yours, a friend's, a family member's or a co-workers it is definitely time for excitement (and lots of oohs and that's so cute!) This week on Moms Check In we are all about the perfect baby shower. This is a list of over 50 fun games for the best baby shower ever! And speaking of #BestBabyShower - we are so excited to partner with our friends from Dreft, Boogie Wipes, Munchkin and Downy Wrinkle Releaser Plus to host a … [Read more...]
3 Family-Friendly Ideas For Your Spare Room
So, you have an extra room in your house, and you don't know what to do with it. Talk about a fantastic problem to have! (My problem is a lack of space, not too much space.) As a mom, I know just how precious household space is. In our house, every spare space is in full-time use. But, if you are lucky enough to have an extra room in your home that rarely gets used, you might be wondering what to do with it. Although you could keep it as a spare room for when guests come to visit, it seems … [Read more...]
Fun Hobby Ideas For You And The Kids
You have hobbies, and your kids have hobbies, but wouldn't be great if you could enjoy one or more of these activities together? If you can find a hobby that you and your children all enjoy, this could provide a regular opportunity to spend some fun, quality time with each other. If you like this idea, do keep reading because I have a few fun hobby ideas that might just be perfect for you and your kids. Flickr Collecting Creating a large and interesting collection of items that … [Read more...]
My Cats and Dog Are MVPs! (+Giveaway) #PurinaMVP
This is a sponsored post by Lunchbox. All opinions, as always, are 100% my own! I love animals. I feel like they are just always there for you, no matter what is going wrong in your world. If I could, I'd save all the animals at the shelters. But, unfortunately I can't, so for now we just have 3 cats and one dog. And they are all my MVPs! I'm going to share with you today why each one is a MVP in my heart. My baby boy, Frankie! He is our 6-7 year old puggle (pug/beagle mix). We … [Read more...]
An Honest Reality Regarding Life
One honest reality about life is that it's a continual learning experience. This reality is not specific to one aspect of life. Learning can take place in all areas and stages of life and applies to men, women, children, teens and seniors. When it comes to living a Christian life, walking by faith, raising children in a Christian home and sharing your Christian belief with others, it's very helpful to have pastors such as Ed Young who are willing to share their knowledge and life experiences. … [Read more...]
Personalized Gift Ideas
Gifts are fun to give and receive. To me, gifts are a hundred times better if they are personalized. There's just something about getting a gift with my initial or name on it. If you are looking for personalized gifts, whether it be for Valentine's Day, a birthday, anniversary, or more, I have some great ideas to help you ou! Ornaments - Personalized ornaments can be great and you can customize them in many ways. Do glitter, polka dots, stripes - whatever you know your recipient will … [Read more...]
