Shopping for Christmas gifts can sometimes be a bit daunting, so it’s nice when you get a little bit of inspiration to help with your gift selection process. This happened to me when I was shopping at Walmart the other day. I’d heard about the Amope Pedi Perfect™ recently and wanted to give it a…
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…
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of The Illinois Lottery for IZEA. All opinions are 100% mine. Are you feeling lucky? I want to let my readers know about the Halloween Millionaire Raffle from the Illinois Lottery, which is a fan favorite! A drawing randomly selects three winners of $1,000,000 each on…
This post is sponsored and inspired by Gifts for You Now, but all opinions are my own. When I was a kid I looked forward to Halloween almost as much as I anticipated Christmas! I couldn’t fall asleep the night before Halloween, and if it fell on a school day I fidgeted in my desk…
PAM Cooking Spray sponsored this blog post. The opinions and text are all mine. Crisp, cooler days call for warm comfort food that teases your tastebuds. And with the holidays right around the corner, I find myself turning to casserole dishes that are flavorful and easy to make. One of my family’s favorites is my…
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…
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…
A house is a very personal thing. It’s where we build memories and it’s often a respite from the world. Many of us try to create both comfortable and beautiful surroundings in our home, to help us relax and lift our spirits. We all have our personal preferences when it comes to colors and finishes…
