This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of The J.M. Smucker Company. The opinions and text are all mine. My kiddos and I have been loving the opportunity to spend some quality time together in the kitchen lately, and this week was no exception. Getting in the mood to celebrate Easter, we decided to whip up some Easter egg basket cupcakes. So easy, with a big impact! With the … [Read more...]
My first half marathon experience – and my take on the Disney Princess Half Marathon
March 21, 2016 Leave a Comment
After waiting for over six years for a chance to run the Disney Princess Half Marathon I had pretty big hopes and dreams for what it would be like. Here is my brutally honest thoughts and my own race recap. The Build-Up Hype Okay, so this race sells out sometimes the same day that the tickets go on sale. Mind you, this is not a $35 local race...the entry fees for 2016 were $180 for the … [Read more...]
That time I colored my kid’s hair with Kool-Aid…you’ve gotta see this!
March 19, 2016 5 Comments
So I may have mentioned that it is spring break at my house and my kid's are going berserk. With two and a half weeks off, they are finding tons to do (visit from their BFFs, trip to the beach, farm days and a quick out of state jaunt just to name a few), but are still looking for some extra goodness to throw in in their downtime. Enter Kool-Aid hair coloring. You guys, I was so nervous to … [Read more...]
Easy Way to Make Your Guest Feel Welcome
March 11, 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. You guys, I am so darn excited! My BFF, Melissa, and her adorable boys are coming for a visit this week! I haven't seen her since we did the Mudderella run together back in July and I am in desperate need of some girl time. Since she is coming to finalize the sale of her … [Read more...]
How we Made our Disney Race Outfits on the Cheap
March 8, 2016 Leave a Comment
When I first learned about the Disney Princess Half Marathon over six years ago I was sold and knew that I had to be part of it one day. It took me that entire six plus years to make it work with my husband's schedule, but this year we finally made it happen! Because I had built it up so much in my mind over all of that time, I felt pressure to have the most epic costumes possible. And then the … [Read more...]
30 Free Activites for Kids and Our Snackation Staycation
March 4, 2016 Leave a Comment
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of The J.M Smucker Company . The opinions and text are all mine. How, oh how has the time flown by so quickly that we are but two short weeks away from spring break?! I don't know about you, but I feel like it was winter break just last week and now here I am scrambling to find ideas for things to do with my munchkins to keep them … [Read more...]
How to Politely Say No (with 10 Examples)
March 3, 2016 Leave a Comment
Hey guys, I'm baaaaack! I had the most amazing vacation, but now I am getting my nose back to the grindstone and have lots of fun posts planned to share with you all in the next few months. Today is an important post for me, personally. It is something that I struggle with on a daily basis and one of the things that I am continuously promising myself that I will work to become better … [Read more...]
Cookies and Cream Starbucks® Hot Cocoa at Home
February 12, 2016 Leave a Comment
This post was sponsored by Starbucks as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central. I received compensation and complimentary products to facilitate my review. There is nothing like a steaming mug of hot cocoa to make you feel warm and cozy in the winter months. It is one of those tastes that can transport you back to your childhood, thinking of happy snow days and the treat that … [Read more...]
Kid’s Artwork Brownies
February 11, 2016 Leave a Comment
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of The J.M. Smucker Company. The opinions and text are all mine. I've been on a brownie kick as of late. You might remember my gameday playbook brownies that I shared a couple of weeks ago, and when I was stocking up on supplies for those (and some upcoming cupcakes!) at Walmart, I of course grabbed some extras. My six year old saw … [Read more...]
How to Make Your Own Running “Sparkling Skirt”
February 9, 2016 3 Comments
*May contain affiliate links. Remember how I told you about my first half marathon not too long ago? Yeah, I had kind of forgotten about it too. Don't get me wrong...I have been keeping up with my runs and what not, I just kind of lost track of time. I had looked at all of these gorgeous costume ideas on Pinterest and Etsy and kept telling myself that I had all the time in the world to … [Read more...]
Perfect Game Day Food – Buffalo Chicken Rolls
February 5, 2016 Leave a Comment
My name is Kristen and I am addicted to buffalo wing sauce. I could eat pretty much anything as long as I had some buffalo wing sauce to dip it in. I am obsessed with it. Doesn't matter if it is pizza, cauliflower or cheese sticks, I am dunking it in wing sauce. Scrambled eggs, turkey sandwich or french fries? Yep, it too will be devoured with wing sauce. I just love it. So when the hubs … [Read more...]
DIY Cupid’s Arrow Pencils
February 3, 2016 Leave a Comment
We are so lucky to be celebrating this Valentine's Day on a cruise through the Caribbean. (I'm sorry, it's okay to hate me a little, I don't blame you.) And because of that my kiddos are missing out on their classroom parties. While this seems like a no brainer, easy enough trade to me as a fully rational adult, my little ones were bummed that they wouldn't have the opportunity to pass out … [Read more...]
