Happy Friday everyone!  One of my favorite holidays is coming up – Mother’s Day!  Not only is it a day for my kids to celebrate me as their mom, but it’s also a day for me to celebrate those women who have been mother figure...

Frank and I have been on two cruises together and love the cruising experience!  Frank has been on a lot of cruises, but this was my second cruise – both time going on Carnival Cruises.  I absolutely love them!  I love the service,...

Over the past month, I’ve had the opportunity to participate with Mom Central as a Fashion Ambassador with Kohl’s.  I have loved exploring the different clothing collections, brands and accessories.  But I especially have loved th...

Can you believe that in a little less than 11 months, Frank and I will be getting married?  Not too long ago, it was 14 months until the wedding!  Time is flying by – yay!!!  I can’t wait to marry the love of my life – one of the best...

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of PERK for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. Have you ever opened your car door and the smell just pours out at you?  Ok, maybe that’s extreme!  Have you ever got into your car an...

When we think about caring for our skin, we most often think about our face, neck, arms, elbows, legs, and feet.  But do we think about our armpits?  Uh, I would have to say no to that.  When I think of caring for my skin, I don’t ever think of m...

Do you have a landline?  Are you looking for a house phone that can meet everyone’s needs in your family?  If so, then let me introduce you to the VTech “Hub of the Home” functional phone system.  This “Hub of the Home” phone system feat...

Over the past few months, I have had the opportunity to test-drive the 2014 Toyota Sienna XLE.  I am going to be blatant and honest with you.  I love it!  I would love to own one someday!  It is so easy and comfortable to drive. &nb...

Our boys love to build and were excited to check out the Mega Bloks Hot Wheels™.  Sammy was especially excited to build not one, but two cars (with mommy’s help of course).  It was some really good mommy-son time!  Plus, he got to ...

I used to love shopping at Carter’s when my boys were little.  There were so many cute outfits I could choose from and dress them up in!  Living here on the Central Coast, we are lucky to have a Carter’s store nearby.  I head...

Growing up, I had crooked teeth and my smile was something I felt self-conscious about. It was in high school when I got braces and did everything I was supposed to so that the end result would be a beautiful smile. People who want to achieve a brighte...

It’s Valentine’s Day and that means lots of reds, pinks, candies, cookies and crafts!  I love Valentine’s Day!  Not only because it’s a fun and romantic holiday, but because it gives me a chance to get creative with sw...

Growing up, I remember opening up Valentine’s Day Cards from my parents and my grandma.  I always looked for the Hallmark symbol on the back of the card.  At one point, I even had cards I had collected over the years from my family. &nb...

When you walk out the door, you want hair that’s beautiful, shiny and full of body, right?  Of course we do!  Have you seen the fresh new care for stunning hair?  Head on over to your local Walgreens and try some of the season’s hottest new...

As a blogger, I have loved the opportunity to test-drive and review brand new cars for a week or more. A few months ago, I fell in love with the 2014 MAZDA 6! Oh my gosh – it was an awesome, beautiful, comfortable car that I was so sad to send back. I ...

Today is the last day of shopping before the big day!  Do you have any last minute shopping to get done for your lithe ones?  If so, you’ll want to head over to Carter’s for their Friends & Family Event.  During this event, you can save...

2013 has been an amazing year for our family!  Frank and I moved in together.  I went on my first cruise.  We went to Hawaii with the boys.  We took trips to Disneyland, Legoland, Magic Mountain and Knott’s Berry Farm with our...

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Enterprise Rent-A-Car for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.   Traveling is a lot of fun, but the expenses can add up rather quickly.  When we look to rent cars on trips, we look at th...

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of LEGO for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. Our kids LOVE LEGOs!!!  Trust me, this is NOT an understatement.  When we asked them what they wanted for Christmas, the first thing they sa...

Choosing to buy new vehicles is a big decision. There are many details to be decided, after all. Once you actually choose to purchase a car, you’ll also have to decide whether you want a brand new car. Are you comfortable with a used car or do yo...