I love to travel!  I’ve traveled to Russia, Mexico, Canada and different states throughout the U.S.  One of the things I love being about a blogger is sharing those experiences on The Mommy-Files.  Now, I want to start off by saying that I have n...

I love to get pampered!  Whether it’s getting a manicure or pedicure, a facial aesthetics treatment, having my hair done or getting a massage, I love to be pampered.  With 6 kids at home, working full-time from home and planning a wedding, it oft...

I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for Clearasil. I received product samples to facilitate my review as well as a promotional item to thank me for my participation. I remember being a teenager vividly.  I remember...

I still can’t believe that Frank and I will be getting married in less than 3 months!  We still have so much to do!  We have to send out the invitations, register for wedding gifts and pay for the remaining amount of the wedding.  One thing that ...

This post includes affiliate links. As we gear up for the holiday season, it’s crucial to ensure that our homes are ready to handle the increased usage of bathrooms and plumbing systems. Along with clog-free toilets, proper septic tank maintenanc...

Frank was so excited to try out the new Panasonic Wet/Dry Shaver we received as part of our participation in the Panasonic Movember Challenge!  The kit came with a Panasonic ES-RT77-S Arc3 Wet/Dry Shaver, NEUTROGENA Men® Razor Defense® Face S...

This is my favorite time of year!  I love the holidays and the time I get to spend with my family and friends.  Not to mention the yummy meals and goodies we eat and make, as well as the cheerful feelings and attitudes that go along with this...

One of my favorite restaurants to eat at with my family is Outback Steakhouse®.  My favorite appetizer is the Bloomin’ Onion!  Oh my gosh, it’s so good!  And then I love to order either the Outback Special or Victoria...

Growing up, I loved watching television and some of my favorite television shows were those that featured the “perfect” mother.  I’m talking about “The Brady Bunch,” “Leave It To Beaver,” and “T...

  We love going to the movies!  I remember going to the movies when I was a little girl!  I remember sitting in the big seats with my feet in the air because I was too short to reach the floor.  I remember grabbing popcorn out of th...

How much do our tweens really know about OTC (Over-the-Counter) Medicine Safety?  According to a few recent surveys, tweens got a failing grade.  In fact, not only did the tweens get a failing grade, but the vast majority of parents weren’t even ...

The holidays are here – yay!  Yep, that’s right!  Our Christmas tree is already up.  Frank did an awesome job of putting it up – and let me tell ya, it’s really big!  With less than a month until Christmas, y...

I love to make and decorate cupcakes!  As a Wilton Mom, I get access to a lot of great products that make decorating super easy and fun!  Recently, I made a Thanksgiving Turkey Cupcake using the Turkey Decorating Kit.  I found mine at Jo...

My kids love everything LeapFrog. Ever since they were infants we’ve been purchasing their products. In my opinion, LeapFrog continuously puts out quality toys and their latest venture, LeapTV, is no different. We were lucky enough to sample their prod...

Are you a parent of a tween?  If so, how much does your tween know about OTC Literacy?  In other words, what does he or she know about Over-the-Counter medications?  A new research study showed that tweens got a failing grade in OTC medicine safety.  Y...

  Have you seen Earth to Echo yet?  If not, you are really missing out on a good, family-friendly movie!  Our kids really loved watching the movie and even watched it over and over again!  Frank and I really enjoyed watchi...

This post is brought to you by Kwilt and The Motherhood.  All opinions are my own. As a blogger, I take a LOT of photos.  I used to be really good about printing pictures out when I used the old school camera, but now that picture taking is so easy wit...

I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for OshKosh B’gosh. I received product samples to facilitate my review as well as a promotional item to thank me for my participation.   When my boys were little, I loved to...

The holiday season is here and that means lots and lots of pie!  I don’t know about you, but I love pie!  Whether it’s chocolate, fruit, pumpkin, cream – there is just something special about pie. Check out Deck the Halls wi...

I love to watch tv.  Whether it’s watching some of my favorite television shows, movies or even home videos, I love being able to escape our “real life” and sit back and relax and enjoy the show.  I have fond memories of wat...