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Three Time-Saving Kitchen Tips

When we moved into our new home in March, I vowed I would spend more time in our kitchen.  I was so excited because we would have so much more room to work with than in our small apartment.  I’ve definitely kept that vow, and our kitchen is View Post

5 Free Time-Wasting Games to Beat The Summer Heat

One of the best things about working in a school is being able to be at home during the summer.  I’m able to stay on top of the household chores better and usually knock most of those out in the early morning hours.  My internal clock still won’t let View Post

Doctor Visits at Home with Doctor On Demand

This post was sponsored by Doctor On Demand as part of a Blog Blast Activation for Influence Central.   Wouldn’t it be great to be able to see a doctor from the comfort of your own home?  Especially at any hour of the day or night?  I View Post

How to Pay for a College Education

See this kid? He is my world. My baby.  My heart.  I blinked suddenly and now he is 11 years old.  How did that happen?! I can’t believe in seven more years I will be sending him off to college to prepare him for the rest of his adult View Post

Plackers Dual Grip Fruit Smoothie Swirl Flossers for Kids

I don’t know about you, but getting my son to brush and floss his teeth is a major chore.  He’s 11, so he’s not too worried about his oral hygiene at this point, but as a parent I don’t want him to have to go through any major dental work again like View Post

Listen to Your Favorite Books on the Go With Audible

This is a sponsored post for Audible through TapInfluence. I love reading books about things that I am interested in learning more about. However, as a busy working mom, I don't always have the time or luxury to sit down and read. As a librarian, View Post

Take Advantage of Your MetLife TRICARE Dental Program Benefits

This post was sponsored by the MetLife TRICARE Dental Program as part of an Ambassador Program for Influence Central. For the past three months, I’ve had the pleasure of serving as a MetLife TRICARE Dental Program ambassador.  There were changes View Post

February is Children’s Dental Health Awareness Month

This post was sponsored by the MetLife TRICARE Dental Program as part of an Ambassador Program for Influence Central. February is Children’s Dental Health Awareness month.  We learned very early on just how important dental health is to children View Post

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