**Full Disclosure: I received Madison Reed Hair Color for review purposes. There are affiliate links in this post. All opinions are my own. With my mom's help, I started coloring my hair in junior high school. For the most part, I kept it blonde. For a brief minute (just in time for high school graduation) I had burnt orange hair. I'd tried to go ... Read More about Madison Reed Hair Color: Trieste Red {Review}
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10 Romantic Comedies on Netflix #StreamTeam
**Full Disclosure: As a member of the Stream Team, I was provided a Netflix subscription and promotional items. All opinions are my own. Romantic comedies have always been my favorite kind of movie. But because my husband is not romantic (in any sense of the word), I find joy in watching on-screen characters develop their blossoming ... Read More about 10 Romantic Comedies on Netflix #StreamTeam
The Best Road Trip Games
Before we left for our last road trip, I created activity binders for my kids. They weren’t convinced it was a good idea and their doubts made me worry. But now that we are home, I can tell you that they were a big hit and the road trip games made for great boredom busters. The Best Road Trip Games: License Plate Game Road Trip ... Read More about The Best Road Trip Games
Strawberry Shortcake Pudding Cookies Recipe
Depending on how it's made, Strawberry Shortcake can be one of my family's favorite desserts. If you have a friend or family member that enjoys the dessert, these strawberry shortcake pudding cookies are sure to hit the spot! The cookies are simple to make, too, which is good because I only bake when it's easy! Strawberry ... Read More about Strawberry Shortcake Pudding Cookies Recipe
Drive with Your Headlights On in the Rain
It’s getting dark, the wind is starting to blow and you’re driving down the highway. All of a sudden it starts to rain. What is the first thing that you do? Find out what the law is where you live: AAA.com. It’s not a law in every state, but it should be a best practice for you to do to keep yourself safe. You can also do a few more things ... Read More about Drive with Your Headlights On in the Rain
Take the Blue & Gold Fleet San Francisco Bay Cruise
**Full Disclosure: My family and I received passes to experience the Blue & Gold Fleet at no cost to us. All opinions are our own. When we started planning for our extensive Christmas road trip, we added a day in San Francisco to break up the distance from Arcata to San Diego. I knew it would would be hard to fit everything we wanted to do ... Read More about Take the Blue & Gold Fleet San Francisco Bay Cruise
Keeping Your Children Safe on the Road
The beginning of the year is a great time to make there aren’t any dangerous items are laying around your car and to make sure the car seat is as snug as can be. Here are a few helpful tips to make sure your kids are as safe as can be in the back seat. Don’t Turn Them Around Car Seat Installation 101 Securing Your Child Car Seats Do ... Read More about Keeping Your Children Safe on the Road
Top 5 Favorite Automobile Features
I get to test out cars a lot and I’m beginning to really notice what things I really like and dislike in them. I can tell you that my kids’ favorite list would look way different than mine. My top 5 favorite features: Heated Seats and Steering Wheel Key Start Ignition Cup Holders that fit my water bottle Sun Roof Good Sound System with ... Read More about Top 5 Favorite Automobile Features
Should I choose a front wheel or all-wheel drive car?
It's time to buy a new car. Should you go with a front wheel or all-wheel drive vehicle? How do you know what works for you and your circumstance? Read more about the differences at Urse Dodge Chrysler Jeep. ... Read More about Should I choose a front wheel or all-wheel drive car?
Kids in the Kitchen: Valentine’s Day Chocolate Bark Recipe
Cooking with my boys is the highlight of my day (or, let's face it, week). As they get older, they are less willing to help me any time I ask. I have started to require cooking with me once a week from each kid. That means lots of quality time, mandatory learning and the occasional bit of fun! While I didn't get any pictures of James helping (he ... Read More about Kids in the Kitchen: Valentine’s Day Chocolate Bark Recipe