I am a #SweetestMoms Ambassador with Hershey Resorts and Entertainment. All opinions are my own. We love Hershey, PA for birthdays! There’s nothing better than building birthday memories together as a family, and that’s exactly what Hershey is to us – a place to share all those special moments that make our birthdays special. Whether…
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How to Build a Solar Oven (for Kids)
Our solar oven project was sponsored by PPL Electric Utilities as part of their Project Envolve Ambassador program. All opinions are my own. Here’s a little tidbit for ya: according to energy.gov, the average U.S. household spends $875 or more a year on heating and cooling. YIKES! As a busy family of 4, we use…
Bedtime Book for Kids: I’m Going to Give You a Bear Hug (w/ Giveaway)
I’m working with Zonderkidz to share this children’s book giveaway, but all opinions are my own. #BearHugBook A new children’s bedtime book has hit our bookshelf, and it’s got this mama’s approval. I’m Going to Give You a Bear Hug!, written by bestselling author Caroline B. Cooney, is gentle, giggle-worthy, and calming – perfect for…
The Color Run Dream Tour: See What’s New
Complimentary tickets were received through our partnership with The Color Run. All opinions are my own. The Color Run® is the largest 5K series in the world, and it’s really no wonder why. I’ve done The Color Run about 3 or 4 times now, and each time it just keeps getting better! The best thing…
20 of the Best Summer Books (Plus Giveaway!)
I know, I know…finding time to crack a quality book and really dive in is kind of a guilty pleasure, but friends! It’s summertime! You simply must find the time to turn a few pages – alone – on a hammock or beach chair. Think of it as an investment in your own mental health….
STEM Books: National Geographic Kids Readers
My first grader has been given a reading challenge. If he reads 40 books by the end of the school year, he’ll be invited to attend a party with the school principal. Not just any party, but one with a chocolate fountain. This, my friends, is a very big deal. He’s super excited about the…
PA Travel: Family Fun at Sands Bethlehem Casino Resort
This post was sponsored by Sands Bethlehem as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own. Oh, that SUN! I think it’s safe to say that winter weather is officially over, and that means our indoor hibernation is over, too! Venturing outside has me dreaming…
Happy Dreamer Children’s Book (with Giveaway!)
Thank you to Scholastic for sending our copy and providing a children’s book prize package for our readers. Bedtime stories are big, am I right? Even when the day is stressful, nothing ends it on a better note than a few quiet moments of storytime. Lately, I’ve made it my mission to find children’s books that…
Get Excited for Disney·Pixar’s COCO!
Have you heard about the upcoming Disney•Pixar film, COCO? This is exciting stuff, my friends. Disney•Pixar films are on regular rotation in our home for movie night, and we’re always super excited to welcome a new family film into the fold. In COCO, aspiring musician Miguel (voice of newcomer Anthony Gonzalez) teams up with charming trickster Hector…
Screen-free Fine Motor Skills Activity: Goldfish® Cracker Jacks
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #GoldfishGameTime #CollectiveBias Guys. The sun is shining. It’s beaming in the windows in my house, and while spring might not be quite upon us yet, it’s just over the horizon. I’m not sure I’ve ever been in such…