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Why Do I Have To Have Such Expensive Tastes?

Do y’all remember my hunt for those nude ballet flats that practically consumed all of my shopping energy a couple of years ago, only I never thought I would find them because every pair I wanted was insanely expensive?  But then I found them View Post

Britax Baby Travel Systems

One of the most fun things about preparing for the arrival of a baby is choosing all of the must-have equipment needed to care for it.  From baby beds to play yards, it’s fun to pick out all of these things, but it also requires comparison View Post

How To Be An Organized Blogger #blogging

I started blogging as a stay-at-home mom five years ago because I loved the idea of journaling online and connecting with other like-minded people.  Blogging was very, very different back then.  It seemed as if there were only a small amount of View Post

Cosmetic Surgery Center of Maryland- $50 Visa GC Giveaway

As I age, I’ll admit I have definitely had thoughts about cosmetic surgery.  Would I go through with it?  At this point, I’m not sure.  I think it’s a great thing to always have options, so I definitely wouldn’t rule it out in the future.  I do View Post

A Memorable Weekend

We had so much goodness jam packed into this past weekend that I’m still trying to physically recover from it all.  My baby (baby!) turned 8.  He was three when I started this blog.  I miss that sweet little three year old, but I love View Post

Get The Facts On RSV

If you have a child under the age of 6 who spends time in a daycare or pre-school, they are at risk for increased exposure to germs and viruses.  If you have school-aged children, they may also be bringing home unwanted health issues into your View Post

Kleenex Care Pack Giveaway

Has your family managed to stay healthy so far this winter?  Other than a bout with a sinus infection for me, we’ve been feeling pretty good here (knock on wood!).  The flu is finally making it’s rounds where I work and I’m hoping it doesn’t find View Post

Quality Time at Home

It can be a challenge to come up with new, exciting activities to keep the kids busy in their free time. While there’s no shortage of computer games and television shows, sometimes the digital world isn’t all it’s cracked up to be when it comes to View Post

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