Phantom of the Opera Masquerade Themed Screening Party| Girls Night!

I’m having a Phantom of the Opera masquerade themed screening party! The Phantom of the Opera at the Royal Albert Hall is coming to Blu-ray and DVD February 7th for its 25th Anniversary. To celebrate this release I am having a small group of girls over for a screening party! My daughter is a huge fan of the arts and when I told her we were offered a Phantom of the Opera screening didn’t hesitate with a YES! We are eager to screen this … [Read more...]

Project 366 | Day 32 | Time to Heal

Project 366 Day 32 Time to Heal Pretty crazy has small the incision is. He got his bandages off today and was allowed to shower. … [Read more...]

Project 366 | Day 31 | Papa is Silly

Project 366 Day 31 Papa is Silly My Dad is staying with us for observation after his surgery and his spunk is returning. Here is Ethan’s reaction to one of Papa’s silly comments. … [Read more...]

Need Superbowl Dip Ideas? Avacado & White Bean Dip Recipe

Are you ready for the Super Bowl? Do you have all your dip recipes in place? If not, we have a yummy option that includes avocados that are oh so good for you! Print 5.0 from 7 reviews Avocado and White Bean Dip Ingredients 1 ripe avocado 1 can of white (cannellini) beans, rinsed and drained 2 cloves of garlic juice of one lime or 2 TBS lime juice for a jar salt to taste Instructions Mix together in a food … [Read more...]

Dressing to My Socks

Years ago I signed up for The Fly Lady… a cleaning program that helps a disorganized flighty girl like me cut the clutter and chaos in my life. One of the first steps in the program was to shine your sink (yes, it really DOES make a difference) and one of the first things that she asks that you do in the morning is shower, get dressed and put your shoes on. Showering first thing in the morning requires me to get up before the kids do. … [Read more...]

Project 366 | Day 31 | Hanging Glass

Project 366 Day 31 Hanging Glass I noticed while walking into the hospital a large piece of glass artwork hanging from the ceiling. The photo is poor as it was from my phone, but still pretty. … [Read more...]

Bosch Icon Wiper Blades | Chasing the Storm Chasers

Bosch Icon Wiper Blades | Chasing the Storm Chasers Are you a fan of Stormchasers?  My brother in law loves to chase tornados. The photos he shares with us scare the bejeesus out of me! The Discovery Channel series follows teams of Stormchasers in Tornado Alley as they collect tornado data and film the impressive storms.  T chase a storm safely, you need top of the link equipment. The Stormchasers vehicle, the Dominator, is using … [Read more...]

Project 366 | Day 30 | On His Way

Project 366 Day 30 On His Way I tried to post this from my iPad and had a horrible time of it. I know I’m behind, but here is a photo from Tuesday night. After waiting 8 hours past the time quoted for his surgery, he is finally being prepped and his smile is returning. A day of stress turns to relief that it’s almost over. … [Read more...]

Keep Your Kids Safe on Social Networks Like Facebook with SociallyKnow

Facebook can be a very scary place for parents of teens. SociallyKnow is doing something about it. There’s a tool that can help you address the dangers that lurk behind the screen.   SociallyKnow, the cutting-edge site launched in mid-2011 to monitor teens’ social media activity, today unveiled an upgraded user interface designed to streamline site navigation and improve subscriber service.  The company is offering a FREE 30-day trial so … [Read more...]

Crazy Cupid Love Valentine’s Giveaway Hop | #WIN The Biggest Loser The Workout 30 Day Jumpstart DVD | #Giveaway | [CLOSED]

Welcome to the Crazy Cupid Love Valentine's Giveaway Hop hosted by Sweep Tight and Just Married with Coupons!  Each blog participating will have a prize package valued at $10 or more for you to enter to win and only 2 entries so hopping to the next blog will be fast!  The more blogs you enter on the better your chance of winning!  After you enter below hop along to the next blog to enter and good luck! WIN IT: ONE OurKidsMom … [Read more...]