Family, Photography, and Finds from a Professional Texas Mom Blogger
I don't know about you guys, but we go through crazy amounts of blueberries around here. Truett and Toby eat them by the handfuls, along with any other fruit I bring into the house. I saw a huge container of cherries the other day at walmart and decided to pair them up with the blueberries for a cold, Summer treat. You know the drill...... … [Read more...]
If you're like me, you have clear vases stashed everywhere. Clear vases are usually pretty cost-friendly but not always eye appealing. This very simple DIY makeover takes less than 10 minutes and only uses two supplies, bringing the cost to less than $5 bucks if you already have a vase. And if you don't have a clear vase, no worries. The … [Read more...]
You would think that me being half Hispanic, I'd be more naturally tanned, but I'm not. A lot of that has to do with me being in the house so much, working. I decided to get my glow on for this Summer with Jergens Natural Glow. I first heard about this from my very good friend Audrey (you may know her from Mom Generations). I can remember her … [Read more...]
A few weeks ago, I had the awesome opportunity to attend a Cooper Tire event in San Antonio. I was particularly interested in this event for a couple of reasons; 1)I love auto stuff!! Tires, cars, everything. and 2) I know what a blowout can cause. Ladies, don't skim this post. Read it, educate yourself, and know your tires! I think … [Read more...]
For bike lovers around the country, May is the time of the year that commemorates the greats of the bicycling world and aims at educating the public about the green nature of biking in general. This , sees the global promotion of a special event that will inculcate feelings of gratitude and remembrance in onlookers and participants. Each … [Read more...]
Truett's room is so blah. I really think that's a big reason he doesn't spend much time in here. It's drab and boring and I wouldn't want to be in there either. It needed some umph! If you haven't seen the awesome Disney paints that Glidden has, you need to check them out. Truett picked out the colors and we went with the … [Read more...]
This morning brought one of the scariest moments of my life. Toby signed himself out of school because he had been throwing up from a stomach bug that had been going around. He came home, went to bed and got right back up to puke. He went to bed again and within a few minutes was in the bathroom puking again but this time, he ended up laying … [Read more...]
I'm excited to partner up with Central Garden & Pet and share with you, my honest experiences during these Spring and Summer months. I'll be talking to you about several products like Ironite, Fish Fertilizer, and Seven Dust. I showed you how we replant our Ivy plants but I didn't tell you about plant & lawn food, both of which … [Read more...]
As a dinosaur in blog land, I've attended many conferences & events. When you've been blogging for seven years, you've heard it all, been there/done that, and seen everything. That's not entirely true but that was how it came to feel over the years. So what did I do? I quit going. I focused on family and did my own thing, but there's … [Read more...]
In celebration of Cinco de Mayo, people everywhere are cooking up Mexican inspired, authentic meals. I'm bringing you a simple Summer side that fits perfectly into the Mexican food theme; Mexican Grilled Corn. Buying a Mexican spice is seriously one of the easiest ways to give grilled corn. You can achieve the same results using a … [Read more...]
Can you imagine a health freak's excitement at the chance to try out a Blendtec blender? Yeah, that would be my son. Now I understand why having a quality blender matters. When I first tried it out, my mouth dropped open, my eyes widened, and I was in awe. I thought to myself, "well no wonder they love these.". Like my mom said, … [Read more...]
With the HOT Texas days coming, I thought starting our Summer off with a cold, fruity drink would be a great way to keep us cool. Strawberries are in season and lemonade is a second best to sweet tea and who wouldn't wanna sip on some strawberry lemonade while watching their kids jump on the trampoline? This recipe is super easy and you … [Read more...]
Do you have carbon monoxide safety alarms in your home? Our home has a gas stove, oven, water heater, and heater so I was excited at the chance to review Kidde's new Worry-Free CO alarm, and somewhat terrified that it would start going off. I have a beautiful family to think about and when you can take precautions to prevent injury & … [Read more...]
When you read one of the ingredients for this recipe, you will probably be a little bit surprised. While many of my friends opted to make homemade versions of the popular Poptart, I opted to use store-bought Poptarts for my Strawberry Cream Crumble. It was by far one of the easiest, most flavorful crumbles I've had. Most crumble mixtures … [Read more...]
Green thumbs everywhere are preparing and planting their gardens, waiting for full blooms of flowers and delicious fruits & vegetables. But what about us with the black thumbs of death? We prepare our yards and home first. Our home has seemed to welcome a few new species of spiders. I plan to welcome them with Amdro's Indoor Home Pest … [Read more...]
Here's something you didn't know about me; I'm a plant killer. I seriously can't keep any plant alive. Not.even.an.ivy. If it wasn't for my husband, we'd never have any living plants or flowers in our home. Spring brings organization, cleaning, and sprucing up your home so why can't that apply to your plants? Many of them will grow so … [Read more...]
Crocheting is one of my most favorite hobbies. I have never been able to pick up knitting yet but my grandmother, her mother, and my mil all crocheted. It's only fitting that I carry on the tradition. Lucky for me, there are some projects and yarns that make it easier than ever to create stunning pieces of work for little effort and for an … [Read more...]
AirSpeed ONE – a name that befits a jet fighter probably tasked with the defense of Air Force One against enemies of the state. Well this Eureka vacuum cleaner has a tougher task – to search and destroy invaders in your home that seek to destroy its cleanliness and modesty. Powered by a 12 Amp motor it has got loads of suction power to clean … [Read more...]
Pepperidge Farm got cooking in their factory, something new for all, and it’s the Strawberry Cheesecake Cookies. With a nice seasonal burst of flavors, these cookies are an excellent addition for the Mother’s Day dessert serving. They definitely have a grown-up feel to them and oh so heavenly! Availability These limited edition … [Read more...]
Over time, carpet tends to feel matted and look dingy. Vacuuming removes dirt and debris but as time wears on, the carpet gradually loses its shine and finish. When we moved in this house, the carpets were pretty bad so in order for our carpets to look decent, we have to deep clean them regularly. The Bissell Deep Cleaner Premier is a carpet … [Read more...]
Contribution made by Becky W. If you want to give someone a great birthday gift, baked goods may be just the thing! Sweet treats are always a delicious present, and they are sure to be enjoyed by all. Personal Creations has great birthday gifts that you're able to give to anyone, but why not try making baked treats yourself? You may find that … [Read more...]
I love Easter. I love the vibrant colors, the family time, and that it means more to me now than just hunting eggs. This year, when thinking of fun crafts to make for Easter gifts, I knew I wanted something colorful, fun, and inspirational. I decided to make an Easter Egg Bouquet filled with inspiration...and gotta have some candy in there … [Read more...]
Who loves REESE'S!!!! HOLLA!!! REESE'S Peanut Butter Cups are something I'll actually drive 20 miles to buy just to get my 'fix'. I was thrilled to participate in the REESE'S Baking Bracket Challenge because I LOVE REESE'S! With all the exciting HOOPlah (<--teehee) of the college basketball games, REESE'S wanted to make it easier for you to … [Read more...]
I have used Rachael Ray's garbage bowl for years now but recently tried her new 2-pc suction lid set. Let me tell you, they are super cool! This is such a great alternative to plastic wrap! You simply place the lid on your bowl, pull up to suction all the air up, and let go. To put these lids to the big test, I used a bowl with 'wings' … [Read more...]
I'm thrilled to share how Walmart is Empowering Women all over the world and how you can help support them! It's really simple. Walmart.com has dedicated a space on their website where you can buy products made from women-based businesses from around the world. They are starting with over 200 products from nine countries, including the … [Read more...]
I recently had some kitchen conversations (via web chat) about food trends with Land O'Lakes and some lovely fellow food bloggers. It was a diverse group of foodies and so interesting to see their food trend picks for 2013. I have never been trendy in any sense but it always fascinates me to see all the trends of today, especially in … [Read more...]
I am super excited about this 10-episode series because I am wanting to learn so much more about the Bible. I currently read Truett's little Bible stories since I have very little knowledge of the history of the Bible. I'm learning a lot though and I think it would be fun to watch a series of it. OMG, this music video trailer looks amazing … [Read more...]
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