This is a sponsored back-to-school shopping haul post on behalf of Flipp. All opinions and experiences are my own. This year I will have a 2nd grader, kindergartner, and a preschooler...plus a tag-along toddler (since I homeschool my children and he wants to be just like his older siblings). Just because I homeschool, it doesn't mean that we don't buy back-to-school supplies ... Read More
How To Use Flipp {And Why You Should!}
I am a Flipp ambassador, however no monetary compensation was received for this post about Flipp and my favorite shopping list features. I just love it and know you will too! I started using the Flipp app in May and my grocery shopping hasn't been the same since! To put it simply, Flipp helps make my shopping a breeze! The app has literally revolutionized the way my husband ... Read More
10 Interesting Sleep Facts – And Why Sleep Matters
This is a sponsored post about why sleep matters on behalf of EarlySense Live.We spend about 1/3 of our lives sleeping, but how much do you really know about sleep?Ten Interesting Sleep Facts1 in 4 married couples sleep in separate beds. Sleep experts have discovered a direct link between people’s favorite sleeping positions and their personalities. You can see ... Read More
Check Out the Noddy Toyland Detective App {Plus an iTunes Gift Card Giveaway!}
I'm talking today about the children's app, Noddy Toyland Detective. This post has been sponsored by MomSelect. As a homeschooling mom, I am always on the hunt for things that make education fun for my kids. Even if you don't homeschool, I suspect that you probably look for ways to entertain your children, especially during the summer months, in a way that is exciting, ... Read More
Can You Ditch The Electronics for 24 Hours?
I've shared before how taking part in a traditional Shabbot observance in Israel was a life changing event for me. It was during that time that I came to the realization that we are too busy and too distracted. We are going, going, going. As someone who spends a good portion of her life online, whether through blogging or social media, sometimes technology can begin to dominate ... Read More
“Bye-Bye Syndrome” and How to Prevent It
Have you heard of "Bye-Bye Syndrome?" The catchy name will stand out in your mind and, once you understand its origins, will never leave you. The name sounds so innocent but the definition is the stuff of nightmares. In cold, simple truth, "Bye-Bye Syndrome" is a common euphemism for back-over accidents that results in the serious injury or death of a child (or pet) by a ... Read More
How To Prepare Your Home For Guests
This post has been sponsored by Google, however all opinions are my own. It's the holiday season and you may be expecting guests! While it's fun to see family (or close friends) it can also be intimidating if you're concerned about their comfort and convenience. Every guest will be unique with their personal preferences. However, if you follow a few broad guidelines, you can ... Read More
This Year Put Science Under The Christmas Tree {With National Geographic From Discover With Dr. Cool}!
It's time for another post about putting Science under your Christmas tree! I went searching this year to find some amazing companies with some amazing products for all of my readers and boy did I find something great in Discover With Dr. Cool! Discover With Dr. Cool makes it easy for parents to find educational gifts for their kids by categorizing all of their products on ... Read More
I’ll Be Home For Christmas
This post has been sponsored by Google, however all opinions are my own. You may have noticed that we are between homes right now. We outgrew our townhouse and needed something bigger. (You know, four kids and all.) We put our townhouse on the market and, as luck would have it, we had a contract on it VERY quickly. This was both a tremendous blessing and a bit of a hurdle. We ... Read More
The Perfect Stocking Stuffer For Every Adult & Teenager on Your List
Have you ever had a phone, tablet, Mac or PC break? Maybe you sent it through the washing machine or dropped it, or maybe you just lost it. It's happened to me (more than once) and I'd bet that it's happened to most of us at one time or another. It's pretty upsetting to have to purchase a new device, but it's downright devastating if the loss of that device also means the loss ... Read More