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Perfect “His and Her” Devices From HTC For Valentine’s Day
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Our Ordinary Family
Pregnancy Week By Week: 22 Weeks Pregnant
I am now 22 weeks pregnant which means I’ve hit that sweet spot in pregnancy where I feel great. I have only gained 1.5 pounds this pregnancy and … [Read More Ordinary Posts...]
Kids Can Be So Mean – A Lesson On Bullying
Yesterday my 1st grader and I were trying to hurry to get to school. I helped her get dressed and brushed her hair like I do every morning. It's … [Read More Ordinary Posts...]
Most Days….
Most days I think to myself "I have got to ask Brenda" or "I wonder if..." most days for moments in time I forget that she's gone. Most days I look at … [Read More Ordinary Posts...]
Our Ordinary Pregnancy Is Now On Babble!!
I am so excited to announce that I am the newest writer on Babble Pregnancy. This opportunity to write for Babble will truly open new doors for me and … [Read More Ordinary Posts...]
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In The Kitchen
Bruschetta with Tomato, Mozzarella and Basil
There’s something about a fresh tasting snack that really brightens my day. Fresh basil is one of those herbs that I just love but probably don’t use enough. It smells great, and when used right can really turn bland into BAM! Bruschetta is a refreshing snack that makes me feel like summer is coming and… [Continue Reading]
What Would Your Perfect Pizza Be Topped With?
Everyone loves pizza, and as a mom it’s a fast go-to meal when we’re super busy. Everyone likes their own pizza personally in my family we’re all about the cheese and crust. Boboli makes premade pizza dough which is perfect for those busy days when you just need a meal idea. Add a salad and… [Continue Reading]
Easy Valentine’s Day Desert Ideas – Mini Desert Tasting Plate
I love all sorts of deserts and nothing calls for sweet treats quite like Valentine’s Day. Creating simple deserts is so easy. Dip strawberry’s in white chocolate (with food coloring to make pink if desired) and you have a simple desert that you can feed your loved one. Make bite size cookies and color some… [Continue Reading]
Perfect For Valentine’s Day – Organic Red Velvet Cupcakes (With Natural Beet Coloring)
What I hear the most when it comes to red velvet cake is that everyone wishes there were natural coloring options. There is, a little extra work goes a long way and I promise you’ll love these cupcakes just as much as anything else! On Valentine’s Day we don’t usually go out but I always… [Continue Reading]
The Keurig® Special Edition Brewing System
We were provided with both of our machines free of charge from Keurig. We have been using them for about 4 years with no problems. They are great and very convenient. I remember when Kristin got us our first Keurig machine. At first I was curious how it would work, but to be honest I… [Continue Reading]
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Travel
Things To Do In Cleveland, Ohio – Our Upcoming Vacation
For my birthday this year my husband and I are heading to Ohio. We've got a whole list of things planned so if you're ever planning on visiting this … [Read More...]
Tips For Traveling With Kids
Traveling with kids can be much harder than it sounds. For families a trip away from home often needs to be organized like a military operation. … [Read More...]
Whale Watching On The Oregon Coast
Whale watching is a year-round activity on the Oregon Coast with gray whales by far the most commonly seen. Whale watching is not difficult, but a few … [Read More...]
Our Day at Knott’s Berry Farm Amusement Park
Knott’s Berry Farm in Buena Park, California is much more than just an amusement park. Its is a fun place that the whole family can … [Read More...]
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Perfect “His and Her” Devices From HTC For Valentine’s Day
Looking for that last minute gift or idea or been thinking about getting yourself and your loved one a set of smartphones, HTC and Verizon have teamed up with an idea by “his and hers” phones for Valentine’s Day! The HTC Rezound is a great choice because of its fast processing speed, Android Gingerbread operating… [Continue Reading]
Valentine’s Day Gift Idea: MICKEY MOUSE CLUBHOUSE: I HEART MINNIE
My Brooklin loves all things Minnie so when Disney put together these five classic Mickey Mouse Clubhouse episodes in one DVD I knew it would be the perfect gift for her. I HEART Minnie would be the perfect gift idea for girls this Valentine’s Day. The five classic episodes include: Minnie & Daisy’s Flower Shower… [Continue Reading]
Blu-Ray Review: Dr.Seuss The Lorax
The Lorax By Dr. Suess is a great film for the whole family. The Lorax is the speaker for the trees. The Once-ler just happen to be traveling through and happened to see the trees and discovered how soft it was and how many things it could be used to make. So he starts… [Continue Reading]
Blanket My Baby – Adorable Blankets For Baby
Does your child have a security blanket or a “blankie”? Both of my older girls have special blankets that they received as new baby gifts. These blankets were in their lives from the day they were born and to this day they still sleep with them every night. Blankies are very special for toddlers and… [Continue Reading]
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