Let's face it, this year back to school is going to be all kinds of wonky. No matter what you decide is right for your family, one thing's for sure - an academic planner is a necessity. Teaching my kids to be responsible for their school work has always been a priority for me because I think it will translate into becoming responsible ... Read More about Order Out of Chaos Academic Planner For Back to School {Review}
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Join Wounded Warrior Project Carry Forward 5K in San Antonio
My husband served four years with the U.S. Army and my brother-in-law served 5 years in the Marine Corp followed by 4 years in the Air Force Reserves. To say I'm proud of them is an understatement! As much as I'd love to hear my brother-in-law talk about his time served, it's just not something he's interested in sharing. I can't imagine what he's ... Read More about Join Wounded Warrior Project Carry Forward 5K in San Antonio
Spaghetti Tacos with Parmesan Shells
I'm in a Facebook group several guys I went to high school started. It's just a bunch of goofy talk about BBQ, fishing & other silly things but one day someone posted a picture of Spaghetti Tacos and I knew I had to try to make them for my family. James thought the idea sounded ridiculous and asked why I would mix a Mexican dish with an Italian ... Read More about Spaghetti Tacos with Parmesan Shells
Squirrel Picnic Table Plans for an Outdoor DIY Squirrel Feeder
My mom has had bird feeders in her back yard for as long as I can remember. Birds are pretty and all but I would match rather watch the squirrels. So a few months ago I saw the absolute cutest squirrel feeder on Facebook, I knew I wanted to have my husband build one for our house! It took awhile but I finally talked him into sketching out Squirrel ... Read More about Squirrel Picnic Table Plans for an Outdoor DIY Squirrel Feeder
Entenmann’s® Little Bites® Soft Baked Mini Chocolate Chip Cookies
National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day is August 4 and there's no better way to celebrate than with a batch of soft baked cookies. It's over 100 degrees in South Texas, though, and the last thing I want to do is heat up my oven (and therefore my house) so Entenmann’s Little Bites Cookies to the rescue! This new, limited edition product is already ... Read More about Entenmann’s® Little Bites® Soft Baked Mini Chocolate Chip Cookies
Top Five Reasons to Visit Pearland, Texas
I enjoy traveling and exploring all the things that new cities have to offer - from food to fun and everything in between. Having grown up in Texas, I'd been to all the major cities long before I was old enough to drive. Once I was on my own, I started visiting the lesser known cities & towns that bump up against the big names. Most recently, I ... Read More about Top Five Reasons to Visit Pearland, Texas
Kids in the Kitchen: Rachael Ray’s Yum-O Cooking Camp
It's been AGES since I posted about Kids in the Kitchen. My boys were tired of participating so I just gave up. James has recently rekindled his interest in cooking so we may be coming back! In the meantime, I received an email about Rachael Ray’s Yum-O Cooking Camp and thought you'd like to know about it. PotsandPans.com – an online ... Read More about Kids in the Kitchen: Rachael Ray’s Yum-O Cooking Camp
Easy No Bake S’Mores Cookie Bites Recipe
Things have been awfully quiet around here and for that, I apologize. My feelings have been swinging from happiness to sadness to anger to anxiousness so I've very little motivation to write anything because I think it's just too insignificant. However, I've decided that if I need a break from all the feelings and drama - Facebook, political, ... Read More about Easy No Bake S’Mores Cookie Bites Recipe
Create a Fence Garden and Personalize it with the Cricut Joy
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Cricut. All opinions are 100% mine. As much as I'd like to spend hours upon hours outside in my yard, I just can't. I get up early to water my sun-loving plants and head back into my air conditioned house. It's a kazillion degrees most of the year, the humidity is off the charts and mosquitoes ... Read More about Create a Fence Garden and Personalize it with the Cricut Joy
2021 Ford Bronco Details – Highly Anticipated and All-New
Today Ford unveils the 2021 Bronco – including a classic two-door and first-ever four-door – the flagship of an all-new family of rugged off-road vehicles. The all-4x4 Ford Bronco brand is Built Wild™ and ready to deliver thrilling experiences with its heritage-inspired style, engineering and smart off-road technology, plus innovative features to ... Read More about 2021 Ford Bronco Details – Highly Anticipated and All-New