**Full Disclosure: I test-drove the 2017 Ford Fusion for review purposes. All opinions are my own. A few weeks ago, James was headed down to Brownsville for a youth mission trip. He was going to be doing a lot of work but there was also plenty of fun planned for his trip. Larry had school and work so it would be just Colin and I. We decided ... Read More about Week O’ Fun and the 2017 Ford Fusion
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DIY Box Tops for Education Collection Box for Home or School
I love Box Tops for Education! It's such an easy way to help our school raise funds to assist with programs throughout the school year. To tell you the truth, though, we don't buy a lot of foods that carry Box Tops for Education labels and I occasionally feel like I am not doing my part. But there are plenty of non-food products that contain the ... Read More about DIY Box Tops for Education Collection Box for Home or School
Back to School Teacher Gift: Post-it Apple Clip Board
**Full Disclosure: This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #BackToSchoolGoals #CollectiveBias My boys go back to school in just a few short weeks. It's hard to believe that summer is nearly over and the early mornings, homework pages and rigid schedules are on the horizon. Shopping ... Read More about Back to School Teacher Gift: Post-it Apple Clip Board
What My Husband Taught Me About Hard Work
My husband, Larry, was enlisted in the Army when we met. He had his associate’s degree from a community college in Washington but put the rest of his education on hold while he fulfilled his commitment. We were married with a small baby at home when his obligation to the Army was over. Larry found a job and went back to school at a local ... Read More about What My Husband Taught Me About Hard Work
Schoolnitials: DIY Reusable Initial Chalkboard Back to School Sign
**Full Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I get a teeny-tiny percentage at no cost to you. As the start of school approaches, I start thinking about where I put my cute back to school sign after we used it last year. I've forced my kids to hold that sign for back to school photos over the ... Read More about Schoolnitials: DIY Reusable Initial Chalkboard Back to School Sign
Best Tips for City Driving
**Full Disclosure: This is a sponsored post which also contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I get a teeny-tiny percentage at no cost to you. All opinions are my own. When driving on the highway, you pretty much just need to keep your foot on the gas and go. However, city driving is a whole different ballgame. Here are some ... Read More about Best Tips for City Driving
Car Safety Features Worth Paying Extra For
**Full Disclosure: This is a sponsored post which also contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I get a teeny-tiny percentage at no cost to you. All opinions are my own. For the majority of car buyers, safety is an important consideration. However, not all safety features on a vehicle are created equally. Some safety features ... Read More about Car Safety Features Worth Paying Extra For
Try These Recipes for National Blueberry Month!
Did you know that July is National Blueberry Month? Well, it is! And, to celebrate the occasion, I have a list of scrumptious blueberry recipes for you to try! There's something for everyone on this list so don't let something scare you off. Keep reading until you find a recipe you are comfortable with. Recipes for National Blueberry Month - ... Read More about Try These Recipes for National Blueberry Month!
Guide to Auto Finance Terminology
**Full Disclosure: This is a sponsored post which also contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I get a teeny-tiny percentage at no cost to you. All opinions are my own. When it comes to the world of auto finance, the terminology can be confusing. Between cosigner, lien and title, these terms may be hard to sort out. Here are ... Read More about Guide to Auto Finance Terminology
Surprising Myths About Fuel Mileage
**Full Disclosure: This is a sponsored post which also contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I get a teeny-tiny percentage at no cost to you. All opinions are my own. Forget everything you think you know about gas mileage. Well, maybe almost everything you know about it. Here are some myths about fuel mileage that you ... Read More about Surprising Myths About Fuel Mileage