Do you remember the first time you baked a pie? I sure do! I was a nervous wreck. It was back in my high school home economics class. Our teacher was explaining the intricacy of making pie crust and all the mistakes that could be made. I thought for sure I would fail our pie-making test…
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of COUNTRY Financial® for IZEA. All opinions are 100% mine. Someone once pointed out the irony that being a parent is about the only job that requires no training. It’s one of the most important jobs the majority of us will face, yet we don’t spend…
Behr sponsored this blog post. The opinions and text are all mine. In my life, I’ve painted more rooms, more houses, and more pieces of furniture than I care to remember! My dad owned a decorating company and I worked for him during college summer breaks. I learned about oil paint, acrylic paint, latex paint…
J.M Smucker Company asked me to create some unique tips for using a new product. Each year I struggle to think of gifts for friends or other special people like a teacher, boss, or co-worker. As I was mulling options that most people would enjoy, it dawned on me to give something universally loved…
Are you familiar with that stinging sensation you first encounter when you feel a cold sore coming on? Today I’m excited to share some of my tips for staying confident even when you suffer from a cold sore! The first thing I do is reach for my tube of Abreva® to shorten healing time! The…
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #SmarterTreats #CollectiveBias Now that Halloween is over we have officially entered holiday party planning season. I love the holidays, planning parties, visiting friends and family, and eating all that yummy party food! But I don’t like the feeling…
PAM Cooking Spray sponsored this blog post. The opinions and text are all mine. Cooking is something I’ve enjoyed doing ever since I took Home Economics in 6th grade. I thought it was so cool that we actually got to spend time at school cooking stuff! That class whet my appetite for being creative in…
This post is sponsored by Antique Farm House, but all opinions are my own. After spending lots of time outdoors during the summer, do you find yourself in nesting mode once Fall rolls around? The combination of cooler weather and shorter days always puts me in the mood to make things cozy inside. I’m sure…
When I was in college we had an ice cream bar in the dining commons and my boyfriend at the time always added a scoop of peanut butter to his bowl of chocolate ice cream. I thought it was kind of disgusting until I finally tasted the combination and loved it! Yes, I love peanut…
Good Morning World! At this very moment somewhere in the world, someone is waking up to face their day. Normally I don’t get too excited about breakfast food because I’m not a big egg, pancake, or waffle eater. And since I don’t eat meat … no bacon for me! But the other day I was…
That’s a mouthful, isn’t it? Apple Sausage Cheddar Monkey Bread! I came across this fall recipe when I was relaxing with a couple of my fave magazines this weekend. I typically find my creative inspiration from magazines, whether it’s decorating or cooking. Ever since I was a teenager I turned to magazines to unwind and…
Whenever someone asks me what my favorite room is, I always say it’s the kitchen. Not just for the way it’s decorated, but for what it means on a daily basis. The kitchen is where you provide nourishment for your family. It’s where loved ones come together during the holidays and special gatherings. And of…
This post is part of a social shopper marketing insight campaign with Pollinate Media Group® and EDWARDS®, but all my opinions are my own. #pmedia #EdwardsPies http://my-disclosur.es/OBsstV I don’t know what it is about summer, but I love cooking from scratch this time of year. Perhaps it’s because I get excited about my vegetable garden…
This post is part of a social shopper marketing insight campaign with Pollinate Media Group® and TONY’S® Pizza, but all my opinions are my own. #pmedia #BigPizzeriaTaste http://my-disclosur.es/OBsstV Are you a baseball fan? I’m kind of an on-again off-again fan when it comes to America’s favorite past time. I’d rather enjoy the game live and…
“This post is part of a social shopper marketing insight campaign with Pollinate Media Group® and Godspeed Pictures, but all my opinions are my own. #pmedia #wherehopegrowsmovie http://my-disclosur.es/OBsstV” This past weekend was special because it was Mother’s Day and I got to spend time with all my children, all together. As the kids get older,…
