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Disclosure: This post was sponsored by CLEAR CARE® PLUS as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines concerning the use of endorsements and testimonials in advertising. I received financial compensation for my participation and endorsement. Once upon a time I was all about […]
After entering this fabulous Tula giveaway – I mean, seriously, who isn’t excited about this?!? Don’t forget to take a peek at the travel pack and Visa, Melatonin, and PayPal giveaways I also have going on this month! Tula Baby Carriers have become wildly popular! Using gorgeous prints and amazing features, it’s no wonder! Each Tula Ergonomic […]
I never set out to be a writer, let alone a person who earns their income through the internet. Well, technically, if you had asked 8 year old Gretchen if she wanted to be a writer, she would have said yes. That was the year my best friend and I co-authored a novel all about […]
This post was sponsored by Y-USA as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central. When it comes to grocery shopping, I’ve always shopped on a budget. That budget has obviously changed over the years … growing from a family of 2 to a family of 5, but that just means we’ve adjusted the amount […]
This month South Sudan turns 5 years old. This birthday is monumental for a few reasons, one, because South Sudan is the youngest country in the world, and two, because for most of those 5 years, South Sudan has been involved in an awful war. Children who share the same birth year as South Sudan were born […]
Oh yes, it’s time for another babywearing giveaway! A huge thank you to Bianca from The Pierogie Mama for coordinating. Read on to learn more about the Wrapsody Breeze Woven Wrap … Babywearing takes on many shapes and forms, and using woven wraps is one of the most versatile ways to wear your baby. Woven […]
I’ve joined up with The Pierogie Mama to give away a Lenny Lamb carrier! I know, I know, so exciting! I have personally experience the high quality of Lenny Lamb — featured here — and am crossing my fingers that YOU win this gorgeous soft structure carrier! Continue reading to learn more and submit your […]
Reid is quickly approaching my all time favorite baby age – 5 months! With all 3 of my little ones, 5 months has meant sitting up, lots of smiles, and super chubby legs. It’s just too darling for words! At this age he’s really interacting with us, but can’t yet cause trouble. It’s perfection and I’ll forever […]
There they are. The reason I write. The inspiration for just about everything. Love them. Love them big time. If you would have told me 6 years ago that I’d be earning a decent part-time income from sharing words on the internet I never would have believed you. In fact, some of you have written lately […]
Does it brighten your day when something other than a bill or junk mail arrives in your mailbox? I’m venturing to guess, yes! Everyone loves a card in the mail. Especially if it’s an extra special one. Something like this. Forever I’ve been a fan of snail mail. As long as I can remember I’ve had a stash […]
Sometimes things in life collide in a reckless and beautiful way. Our eyes are opened and our hearts are called to action. There is no other answer, because it’s just all too right. I just finished reading The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah, a World War II novel about two French sisters. They worked as part […]