This post was sponsored by Blue Dragon as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central. I received complimentary products to facilitate my review. Having grown up in small town America my whole life I have kind of missed out on that whole "takeout" experience. The closest that I get is to order a pizza from the local joint, but sometimes you just get a craving for an amazing meal … [Read more...]
Archives for January 2016
Gameday Playbook Brownies
January 27, 2016 1 Comment
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of The J.M. Smucker Company. The opinions and text are all mine. It's no secret that I am a die hard football fanatic and I am so excited that it is almost time for the big game, even though my beloved 49ers had a rock bottom year. There is something so exciting about watching two teams battle it out knowing that there can only be one … [Read more...]
At Home HIIT Workout (No Equipment Necessary!)
January 25, 2016 2 Comments
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #TryALittleGoodness #CollectiveBias Every time that I scroll through my Instagram and FaceBook feeds I am so amazed and excited by all of the healthy hashtags I see floating around and all of the friends who are encouraging and inspiring others to take the steps necessary to live a healthier … [Read more...]
How to Make a $5 Coffee Filter Wreath
January 23, 2016 Leave a Comment
After redoing my mantel a few months back and changing my decor from a large mirror over my fireplace to instead using a pallet sign with an old wooden window leaning in front of it, I am in constant need of new wreaths to spruce up the window. And that's a good thing for me...I love wreaths. This has given me the opportunity to make multiple new wreaths and quickly update my decor for each … [Read more...]
How I Went From Hating Running to a Half Marathon in 3 Months (& my Weekly Running Schedule)
January 19, 2016 Leave a Comment
I should preface this entire post by telling you that I am not a runner. I'm not one of those graceful creatures you see just gliding through the air on the side of the road. Nope, I'm more like that person that you see that looks like they could be in slight pain who is going slower than your cat on a leash. But that's okay. I'm still doing it. About five years ago, when I realized that … [Read more...]
8 Places to buy Affordable Workout Clothes
January 11, 2016 1 Comment
Who is still going strong with their New Year's resolutions to be a fitter, healthier you? I have received so many emails and messages lately from readers who are feeling great and enjoying working out and I love it so much! You guys encourage and inspire me! On that note, one of the best ways that I have found to stay with any new change in life is to reward myself. Say I log a set amount … [Read more...]
Healthy, Nutritious & Delicious Blueberry Smoothie
January 6, 2016 Leave a Comment
For Christmas this year, my husband and I decided that instead of more toys that our kids don't need, that we wanted to give them the gift and experience of travel. We are both huge fans of world traveling and just love that we are able to share that opportunity with our kiddos. The kids could not have been more excited when they opened their gifts on Christmas (a few pieces of tropical … [Read more...]
Tips for Organizing a Weekly Planner
January 4, 2016 Leave a Comment
I know that it may sound like I am in a bit of a rut by telling you all that I write every little thing down (after sharing the meal and fitness trackers, but it's totally true. I do. Mainly because I can't trust my three kid addled brain to remember anything on its own and I hate my phone. Long story...just trust me on it. So today I am back to share with you my tips for organizing a weekly … [Read more...]
