As promised, today we announce the winner of our last back to school giveaway drawing! I bought this one to show in my recent morning show segment and I wish I would of had this when my kids were little. The Omiebox ($39.50 at omielife.com and amazon) is a sturdy but compact bento box that […]
Last Back To School Giveaway Drawing!
August 21, 2019 By
Let’s do one more back to school giveaway drawing! This one is for one of the coolest lunch boxes I have seen for kids. The Omiebox – ($39.50 at omielife.com and amazon) is a sturdy but compact bento box that keeps both hot and cold foods fresh for the lunch hour. The lunch box is […]
DIY All-Natural Scorpion/Bug Killer Tip & Other Household Hacks
August 20, 2019 By
Want to know the best do-it-yourself all-natural scorpion/bug killer tip? And this tip truly is killer, I must say! This is everyone’s favorite household tip and it’s simple to do and have on hand when an unwanted creepy crawler shows up in your home! What does a broom and a roll of sticky tape have […]
Lunch Box Giveaway Winner!
August 15, 2019 By
Thanks to everyone who entered to win these two very cool lunchboxes! This cool earth-friendly colorful lunch box! Plus, a stackable Bento box kit that comes with a handy carry case plus silverware! So who is our winner? Who did random.org draw??? The winner is…. Suzanne Harward from Scottsdale, AZ!!! Winner drawn through random.org. […]
Back-To-School Lunch Stuff Giveaway Drawing!
August 10, 2019 By
Want a chance to win an earth-friendly kids’ lunch box and a super cool one for yourself or a teen/adult? Then check out this giveaway drawing today. But first a little back-to-school personal mention. For my out-of-state readers, I know you are shocked every August when I blog about back to school since we start […]
My Heartfelt Message For Parents Moving Kids To Dorm
August 1, 2019 By
Can’t believe this short and sweet…or shall I say bittersweet…video below was shot three 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…and some encouraging words are for you! […]
Parents Of High School Seniors…Senior Year Makes Heart Smile & Sob
July 29, 2019 By
Moms (and dads) of teens. This is written for moms, but I sure have seen my fair share of emotional papas who find senior year to be bittersweet on their hearts, too. Read this or bookmark this to read before or during your child’s senior year in high school. It just may be therapeutic for […]
Dorm Room Essentials Plus Stuff You May Not Think Of
July 28, 2019 By
Is your kid college bound? Are you ready?! Some parents feel really ready and for others the transition is tough. For me, I found it to be bittersweet. No matter how your emotions are swaying, you can’t get away from the fact that it is time to shop for the dorm room! I first put […]
We Did Aerial Yoga…Or What I Call…Upside Down Yoga!
July 18, 2019 By
Last Sunday I hung out with my daughter. Literally! Ever tried an aerial yoga class? We have several times now. Loved it every time. If you want to try a class, read on to see the two places we have experienced, as well as a third one that my daughter did with friends. Plus, I […]
Pet Store Gift Card Winner & Some Reader Pet Pics!
July 14, 2019 By
Thanks to all who entered in this week’s drawing! The prize is purrfect for pet parents of pups and more because it is a $25 gift card to PetSmart! Before we announce today’s winner (drawn through random.org), a few of our readers sent us their fun pet pics! Kelly from Phoenix shared that their Holly […]
Funny Pet Pics & PetSmart Gift Card Giveaway Drawing!
July 12, 2019 By
To finish our pet week posts, today we bring you some of our family’s funny pet pics that include photos from our family of felines and pets that we have fostered. Enjoy these pics and be sure to enter in the drawing for your chance to win a $25 gift card to PetSmart! To enter, […]
Guest Post – 10 Reasons Why Adopting Pets Is Good For All
July 11, 2019 By
As I wrote about yesterday, we have four feline rescues, so when Mary from felineliving.net asked if she could share the infographic below and a few thoughts on kids and pet adoption, we agreed. Mary says: If your kids have been asking for a new pet, here are a few things to consider… Where to […]
Pet Stuff: How We Ended Up With Four Cats, Plus Some!
July 10, 2019 By
Pet lovers, check today’s story out and follow along the next few days as we do a pet theme week with a Petsmart gift card giveaway drawing this weekend. First my story. People are amazed when I tell them that we have four cats and that our adult son and his girlfriend have two cats. […]
Quick Tips: Helpful Household Hacks
July 8, 2019 By
Ready for some helpful household quick tips? Doesn’t it feel good when money is saved by using one item for several useful purposes around the house? I love discovering those kinds of helpful household hacks. Today in my 3TV morning show segment on the Your Life Arizona show, I shared stuff that works all […]
