Health / Personal Living

By Shannon Gurnee
In California
Nov 13th, 2013
4 Comments
3572 Views
Disclaimer: This is post is written in partnership with Go Dirty Girl.  All opinions expressed are 100% mine. I had the privilege of running my first mud run earlier this month. Who is Dirty Girl? Dirty Girl is the nation’s largest women’s-only mud run. It’s a non-competitive, un-timed 5K muddy obstacle course that’s open to […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Avila Beach
Nov 8th, 2013
12 Comments
11497 Views
The other day I found myself writing about how much I love it where I live here on the Central Coast, but then I realized that I really haven’t truly explored the area.  Granted it wasn’t until my twins were in 1st grade (this year) and attending school for full days that I felt like […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Health
Oct 29th, 2013
4 Comments
6690 Views
Halloween is just a few days and that means our kids are gonna be eating a LOT of candy!  With lots of candy eating comes teeth that will need to be brushed for the correct amount of time so that plaque and bacteria is removed properly.  The New FireFly® Ready Go Brush™ is the perfect tool for kids […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Health / Personal Living
Sep 6th, 2013
2 Comments
15810 Views
This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of GoodNites for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. Bedwetting is a real thing that some children struggle with.  It can be challenging for both the child and the parent, especially if it isn’t really understood as to why it’s happening.  Bedwetting is actually a […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Hair
Aug 12th, 2013
4 Comments
7113 Views
I don’t know about you, but there is something refreshing, revitalizing, relaxing, and beautifying about taking a shower.  My day always seems to be 200 times better when I start my morning with a shower.  That can all change very quickly if I have a shower head that doesn’t leave me with beautiful hair.  Thanks […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Baby Products
Aug 9th, 2013
14 Comments
6454 Views
With 6 kids running around the house this summer, it was extra important to make sure they were all maintaining a healthy bathroom routine so everyone stayed in good health.  After all, they were all touching the same game remotes, iPads, foods, and other items around the house with their hands.  With the first day […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Baby Products
Aug 9th, 2013
2 Comments
10693 Views
This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of GoodNites for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. Do you have a child who struggles with bedwetting?  If so, then let me introduce the answer to your concerns – GoodNites.  Bedwetting can be both frustrating to the parent and the child, but there is hope! […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Giveaways
Jun 28th, 2013
68 Comments
6029 Views
Is pain getting in the way of the things you love? Whether it’s a stiff neck from working at a computer or a pulled muscle from spring-cleaning, most topical pain relievers only temporarily mask pain. However, there are natural alternatives that offer longer-lasting relief, such as Kratom. Kratom is an herbal supplement that has been traditionally […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Giveaways
Jun 25th, 2013
114 Comments
10427 Views
This is a compensated post as part of the Master Lock Live Secure Safety Squad. All opinions expressed in this post are 100% mine. We have a big family (6 kids and 2 adults) and it is so important to keep our family and belongings safe.  That is why I am so glad to be a […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Health / Personal Living
Jun 24th, 2013
6 Comments
7889 Views
  I think that a person’s smile is one of the first things we notice.  It tells us how friendly they are, how they take care of their body, and shows a beautiful side of who they are.  That’s why it is so important for me and my family to take care of our smiles […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Health / Personal Living
Jun 13th, 2013
1 Comment
2734 Views
This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of White Cloud for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. Bath tissue is an item we don’t skimp on in our home.  With a family of 8 living on a budget, we need bath tissue that is soft, budget-friendly, and does the job!  Thanks to […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Cleaning Review
May 29th, 2013
9 Comments
4652 Views
This is a sponsored opportunity with our friends at Finish Quantum. All opinions expressed in this post are 100% mine. I love to eat and a hearty breakfast is one of my favorites! While it is filling and delicious, it can often times be especially hard to clean off the dishes. So, when I was […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Health
May 13th, 2013
7 Comments
4684 Views
 I received a sample from Airocide to facilitate this review.  All opinions expressed in this post are 100% mine. For me, a good night’s sleep is essential to being productive the following day!  Who knew that I was missing out on a REALLY good night’s sleep?  I had no idea until we tried a new, […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Health
May 2nd, 2013
6 Comments
7491 Views
Spring is here….and so is allergy season.  A few weeks ago, Frank and I took our six kids camping and it was so much fun!  However, after sneezing for a few hours straight because of allergies, this mama was exhausted!  After a few hours of sneezing, I headed to the campsite’s store to pick up […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Giveaways
Apr 30th, 2013
37 Comments
3168 Views
If you stood in front of an auditorium filled with people of all ages and asked them to raise their hands if they experienced headaches, I bet that almost everyone would have their hands raised!  But if asked who has the biggest headaches, who would it be?  Would it be the rush hour commuter?  First […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Health / Personal Living
Apr 22nd, 2013
2 Comments
3840 Views
Who ever thought that brushing your teeth could actually be lots of fun?!!!  Growing up, the most excitement I got from my toothbrush was the choice of colors I could choose from.  Nowadays, our kids can have toothbrushes they decorate, toothbrushes with lights flashing, or toothbrushes that play music.  What?  Yes, toothbrushes that play music! […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Health / Personal Living
Apr 10th, 2013
0 Comments
4489 Views
I am a full-time, work-at-home mom.  I’ve worked full-time before, but it was with a company who offered 401K benefits, tax benefits, and health insurance.  Now as someone who owns her own business, I don’t have those same benefits, and the one that hurts the most is the lack of health insurance. If you work […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In App Review
Apr 10th, 2013
23 Comments
3882 Views
I love to help others and was eager to participate when I heard about Johnson & Johnson’s Donate a Photo App!  Every day, I find myself taking pictures – whether it’s of my family, nature, a product I love – the list goes on and on.  What if you could take a picture and then […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Health / Personal Living
Apr 9th, 2013
0 Comments
9670 Views
Spring is here and for many of us, spring cleaning is on our minds.  Don’t you ever wonder why we feel the need to scrub every inch of our homes?  I can tell you it isn’t because we love to clean!  We spend hours dusting, washing, and sweeping because we know our families will stay […]...
By Shannon Gurnee
In Health
Mar 24th, 2013
1 Comment
3633 Views
Are you looking to get healthier?  Not just getting into shape, but sleeping more too?  If so, then the FitBit One is for you!  Both Frank and I are trying to get healthier and it is a huge help! I love that the FitBit One never rests.  During the day, it tracks your steps, distance, […]...
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