Can’t believe this short and sweet…or shall I say bittersweet…video below was shot two years ago! That went by fast! For those pensive parents about to move a beloved kid out of their familiar and loving home into a new and unfamiliar dorm room, this sweet memory of mine is for you. I made this […]
Smart Summertime Solutions for All Kinds of Situations
July 23, 2018 By
As seen in my 3TV Your Life Arizona morning show segment… Manic: The manic stuff that comes with summertime. Damaged hair from chlorine. Frizzy hair when visiting a humid climate. Sunburn. Dry heels. Finding lots of dead critters in the bottom of your pool (always makes me sad & I hate scooping it out if no one […]
Antibiotic Resistant Ear Infection That Landed My Teen In Hospital
July 5, 2018 By
If your kid has ear pain, get it checked out right away. Parents, read our story. We did everything right and our teen’s ear infection still turned into a 3-day emergency hospital stay. Even with our quick & thorough actions, our 16-year-old girl still had to be admitted to Phoenix Children’s Hospital (PCH) for an […]
Why Moving Cars In My Jammies This Morning Filled My Heart
June 25, 2018 By
Three different times this morning, I ran out in my nightgown (don’t judge…I did throw a cardigan on!) to move cars. This made my heart and my face smile because these cars belong to my daughter’s pals. The cars were all there because four friends found one common night that they could stay together. At […]
Beauty Box & More Drawing Winner!
June 24, 2018 By
Thanks to all who entered this drawing! Today’s winner gets a pretty wine themed candle holder, a nail polish set and one of my favorite homeopathic remedies that relieves pain and reduces bruising. Winner is listed below! She won these awesome items… One of my favorite products, Boiron Arnicare Cream, is a soothing, unscented homeopathic […]
Beauty Box Giveaway Drawing!
June 21, 2018 By
It is Freebie Friday today, so that means that we are a doing a drawing for a fab beauty box giveaway! Many of the items in this week’s prize box are travel-sized, which is perfect for your summer travels. Also included is a pretty wine themed candle holder, a nail polish set and one of […]
Hotel Review in Santa Monica: The Viceroy Hotel
June 19, 2018 By
Unique boutique hotel, The Viceroy in Santa Monica, California had me curious. Last time we stayed in Santa Monica, we totally indulged and spent way too much money at the lovely Shutters on the Beach resort hotel. That blog post coming soon. We absolutely loved it, but with one in college now and one headed there […]
My Favorite Survival Tool Tip For Parenting Teens
June 11, 2018 By
LA here we come. My teen girl and I are headed to LA once again to check out potential colleges. She will go off to college in just two short years. Those years will be short…and we will have some long days. Long and challenging days are gonna happen when raising teens who are straddling […]
Dad’s Day Gift Giveaway Winner!!
June 10, 2018 By
Thanks to all who entered the drawing for the Dad’s Day! Father’s Day is coming right up on next Sunday, June 17th and our prizes are fun…Included in the prize pack is the sweet sign (that can be hung or stood upright) that says, “i know a HERO ******i call him DADDY” along with the […]
Fun & Fabulous Father’s Day Gift Ideas
June 5, 2018 By
Father’s Day happens on June 17th, so here are some gift ideas that I showed in my segment today on the Your Life Arizona morning show. Many are sold at local retailers for good last minute ideas. I also found some unique ones that can be ordered, so take a look at this now so […]
Summery, Splashly Spa Stuff In This Week’s Drawing!
May 22, 2018 By
Be sure to enter for your chance to win summery, splashy spa stuff in this week’s Freebie Friday drawing! The goodies include a pretty and stylish size medium swimsuit cover-up (can also be worn as a tunic/blouse/dress) and a big jar of champagne bath bombs. Be ready for the beach and pool party in this […]
Marvelous Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
May 4, 2018 By
Mother’s Day is just around the corner, so here are some fun, festive, sweet and unique Mom’s Day gift ideas! Some can be ordered just in time for Mom’s Day and others are available at your local drug store. Plus there are two hot brands, Tory Burch and philosophy that are now sold in a […]
Mother’s Day Beauty Gift Winner!
May 1, 2018 By
Thanks to all of you who entered your name in the drawing for today’s terrific awesome prize! Today we are giving away this big beautiful Soap & Glory beauty kit that is sure to please any mom just in time for Mother’s Day! Or keep it and pamper yourself! The Soap & Glory Pink Big beauty […]
Enter For Chance To Win Pretty & Perfect Mother’s Day Gift!
April 26, 2018 By
Happy Weekend! Mother’s Day will be here soon, so today we are giving away this big beautiful Soap & Glory beauty kit that is sure to please any mom just in time for Mother’s Day! Or keep it and pamper yourself! The Soap & Glory Pink Big beauty kit features full sized goodies that include […]
My Review: Stitch Fix Personal Stylist In Home Clothing Shopping
April 25, 2018 By
Have you heard of Stitch Fix? The in home online styling service that sends you a shipment of new clothing, shoes and accessories to try on in the comfort of your own home. Return (free shipping) what you don’t want and purchase what you want to keep. Here is my review of this service with […]
