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Ride the Rails with Chuggington and Brewster’s Little Helper on DVD

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Do you have a train fan in your house?  Well then, it is time for them to get excited, because a new Chuggington DVD has just been released.  Brewster’s Little Helper  is sure to have your preschoolers honking their horns alongside their favorite trainees, Wilson, Brewster and Koko, through six energetic episodes! Here is a list [...]

Tyson Bread Bowls Simplifies Breakfast and Supports KNOW Hunger: #TysonBreakfast #CBias

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Breakfast is a whirlwind at my house.  Actually, truth be told, the whole morning is a blur.  The kids wake up about 40 minutes before we must be at the bus stop, which means that breakfast must be a quick fix.  So, when I heard about Tyson Breakfast Bread Bowls, I was interested to learn [...]

Sun-Maid Yogurt Raisins are the Perfect On-the-Go Snack

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My kids love fruit and I am more than happy to oblige them.  Of course, their favorite is fresh fruit, but that is not always an option.  Sun-Maid’s Yogurt Raisins have been a favorite snack choice at our house since Wyatt was little and Blake has followed in his big brother’s footsteps. Here is some [...]

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Family Adventures

Visiting the U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville, AL

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Wyatt, my seven year old, loves science.  Anything to do with space, including planets, stars, and black holes, totally fascinate him!  He reads books and watches TV programs to learn more, but nothing is as much fun as a hands on experience.  He recently go that when we visited the U.S. Space & Rocket Center [...]

My Day at the Orchard with Musselman’s

My family loves applesauce and if you frequent my site, you know the we are huge fans of Musselman’s.  So, when they invited me to Pennsylvania to tour one of their apple orchards and their processing plant, I was super excited!!  Below is a slide show that details my adventure with Musselmans. After learning all [...]

What I Did at BlogHer 11

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I was lucky enough to be able to attend BlogHer again this year and I must say that I loved San Diego!!  The weather was fantastic and I loved our view of the bay.  My partners in crime for this adventure were Bridgette and Cissy, which are the best girls ever!  This year was just [...]

Our Stay At Great Wolf Lodge in Grapevine, TX

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After attending Reviewers Retreat at the Great Wolf Lodge in the Poconos earlier this year, I knew I had to bring my boys to a Great Wolf for vacation this summer. I started out checking out all their locations, they have eleven of them, and decided that the one in Grapevine, TX was closest to us [...]

Noteworthy News

FestiGals Offers the Perfect Girls Weekend

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Are you looking for the perfect girls weekend getaway?  One that offers inspirational speakers, sinfully good food, and loads of fun?  Well, look no further, because FestiGals has all this to offer and more!  So, pack your bags and your best girlfriends and head down to New Orleans for this year’s conference! Here are all [...]

Cook Up Something Yummy with Dole For Your Chance to Win $10,000

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Do you have a super yummy recipe that uses a Dole product?  Maybe a special Pineapple Surprise Cake or a Salad with Mandarin Oranges?  Well, if you do, now is the time to head on over to Facebook and share your recipe with Dole.  If your recipe pleases their tastebuds, you could win an all-expenses [...]

Support Pfister In Their Mission to Help Rebuilding Together #PfisterHop

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Ever since disaster struck my hometown of New Orleans in 2005, I have to admit that I pay more attention to companies that give back.  There were many that stepped up to help out our local communities and I feel a connection to them because of their generosity.  This is why I wanted to share Pfister’s [...]

Cook Something New Tonight with Sea Best Seafood

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Down here in New Orleans, we eat a lot of seafood.  My boys love crawfish, shrimp and fish, but that doesn’t mean that I can’t use a little help now and then with meal ideas.  A couple weeks ago, I was lucky enough to be invited to a dinner event hosted by Sea Best Seafood, where I was [...]

Wordless Wednesday

Wordless Wednesday: Wyatt’s 1st Day of Kindergarten

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So, it officially happened, my baby started big boy school!! He was really excited, in case you couldn’t tell.LOL

Wordless Wednesday: Lunch at American Girl Cafe

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Last week while we were in NYC for BlogHer 10, we made the most of our time.  So, what happens when three grown women visit the American Girl Cafe for lunch, with no kids? We had a great time dining with our new friends, even if Ruthie was not available in the dining room!LOL

Wordless Wednesday: Jazz Fest is Exhausting

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The boys were all worn out from Jazz Fest, and we weren’t even done, yet. Thank goodness they perked up before the Imagination Movers came on stage! LOL Here is Blake napping: And, the big boys have joined him:

Wordless Wednesday: Blake’s Carousel Ride

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Blake had so much fun riding the carousel, even though he looks quite serious here.LOL

Ride the Rails with Chuggington and Brewster’s Little Helper on DVD

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Do you have a train fan in your house?  Well then, it is time for them to get excited, because a new Chuggington DVD has just been released.  Brewster’s Little Helper  is sure to have your preschoolers honking their horns alongside their favorite trainees, Wilson, Brewster and Koko, through six energetic episodes! Here is a list [...]

Cheerios Makes Buying in Bulk Easier with New 2-Box Packaging: #Giveaway #MyBlogSpark

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I always joke that as my boys get older, I am going to have to take out a second mortgage just to feed them.  But, that doesn’t always feel far from the truth.  I have found the cheapest way for me to shop is to buy in bulk, which is why I love Sam’s Club!  The only [...]

Let Pillsbury Ready to Bake Shaped Cookies Make Your Mother’s Day Sweeter: #Giveaway #MyBlogSpark

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Every year my husband and kids try to make something special for me, which usually leaves my kitchen a complete mess.  I don’t know how, but they manage to dirty dishes, counters, floors and more.  While I am thrilled with their effort, I am not thrilled with the extra cleaning I end up doing.  This year [...]

Burger King Expands Their Menu Options: #Giveaway #MyBlogSpark

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Even though my kids could eat cheeseburgers and chicken tenders on a daily basis, I can’t!  Truth be told, we don’t eat fast food often in our house, but when I saw some of these new options available on Burger King’s menu, I decided we might have to make an exception! Here is some information [...]

Let Stanley Steemer Clean Up Your Carpets: #Giveaway #MyBlogSpark CLOSED

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Ever feel like all you do is clean your house?  How would you like a little help getting your house really clean?  Then call to the folks over at Stanley Steemer and tell them what you need!  Not only can they clean your carpets, but they can also clean your rugs, sofas, and tile.   Here is some information about [...]