**Full Disclosure: I test-drove the 2018 Chevy Cruze Diesel for review purposes. No compensation was received & all opinions are my own. When James told me he wanted to go to Beaumont, TX for Spring Break (to do some Hurricane Harvey rebuilding), I was was all for it! The fact that he wanted to spend his week off doing something for others made ... Read More about 10 Things to Do in Dallas for Spring Break (and Surrounding Areas)
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Ways to Crash Proof Your Teen Driver
**Full Disclosure: This is a sponsored post which also contains affiliate links. Learning to drive is an exciting time in a teen’s life and is also a nerve-racking time for most parents. This is especially true when you look at teen driving statistics. According to the CDC- Centers for Disease Control & Prevention, in 2015 there were 2,333 ... Read More about Ways to Crash Proof Your Teen Driver
What to Do After a Car Accident
**Full Disclosure: This is a sponsored post which also contains affiliate links. No one wants to be involved in an automobile accident, but unfortunately, they do occur on a daily basis. According to the National Safety Council, motor vehicle accidents claimed the lives of about 40,100 people in 2017 and seriously injured approximately 4.57 ... Read More about What to Do After a Car Accident
The Best Cars for Empty Nesters
**Full Disclosure: This is a sponsored post which also contains affiliate links. So, the kids have all grown up and have moved out of the house and on with their lives. This means that you no longer need that big ‘ole minivan. Instead, you can trade that in for something that is fast, flashy, fun, green, sensible or small! Here are some of the ... Read More about The Best Cars for Empty Nesters
Star Wars: The Last Jedi Available on Blu Ray – Movie Review
**Full Disclosure: I received a copy of Thor: Ragnarok for review purposes. This post contains affiliate links. All opinions are my own. Growing up, I wasn't a Star Wars fan. Actually, it wasn't until a couple of years ago when my husband was introducing the movies to our boys when I developed a fondness for the series. These days, I can't get ... Read More about Star Wars: The Last Jedi Available on Blu Ray – Movie Review
CHARM IT! – A Jewelry Line for Young Girls
**Full Disclosure: I received CHARM IT! products in exchange for this review. All opinions are my own. I like nearly all things girly but as a mom of boys, I don't get to go shopping for fun or spend an hour getting mani/pedis - unless I'm going alone (and that's no fun!). Once in awhile, though, I get the urge to spoil a little girl so, with ... Read More about CHARM IT! – A Jewelry Line for Young Girls
A Costco Special Shopping Event (Military Hour) & Premier Protein Shakes
**Full Disclosure: This is a sponsored post on behalf of FitFluential and Premier Protein. All opinions are my own. There's a lot of stress that comes with being in the military, but there are some benefits, too. One of those things is Military Hour! Costco wants to celebrate active duty military, veterans and their families at a special ... Read More about A Costco Special Shopping Event (Military Hour) & Premier Protein Shakes
New to their Menu: A Variety of Paninis at Urban Bricks Pizza
**Full Disclosure: I was invited to Urban Bricks Pizza in exchange for this post. All opinions are my own. My family and I have dinner at Urban Bricks Pizza at least once a month because we enjoy it so much! And then, every once in awhile, I'll meet friends for lunch during the week. The restaurant is centrally located so it's usually a top ... Read More about New to their Menu: A Variety of Paninis at Urban Bricks Pizza
Pin Trading at SeaWorld San Antonio and Taumata Racer at Aquatica
**Full Disclosure: My family and I were provided the opportunity to visit SeaWorld San Antonio at no cost to us. All opinions are my own. Wild Days, the Taumata Racer and Pin Trading! What do these things have in common? They are all the fun, new activities at SeaWorld San Antonio this spring. And, can I tell you? I am most excited about Pin ... Read More about Pin Trading at SeaWorld San Antonio and Taumata Racer at Aquatica
Simple Easter Bunny Snack Cup Craft for Children
I like to take cute treats to my son's class for his birthday or other class parties but I can only handle fun, simple crafts. With Easter just around the corner, it's time to make these simple Easter Bunny Snack Cups for his Sunday school class! Easter Bunny Snack Cup Craft - Materials: Pudding snack cups White craft foam Pink craft foam ... Read More about Simple Easter Bunny Snack Cup Craft for Children