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Expressing Our #DisneySide in the Kitchen!

February 19, 2015

There are no shortage of volunteer opportunities in our little Appalachian area, but funds for supporting programs are often scarce.  So when Disney offered the chance to host a #DisneySide party again this year, my thoughts went directly to gifting our local 4H cooking club with a fun celebration.  This program teaches Middle School-age children […]

The Zodiac Legacy: Convergence | Exclusive Interview with Stuart Moore, Andie Tong and Nachie Marsham

February 15, 2015

Like many comic book, fantasy and sci-fi fans before me, Stan Lee influenced a great deal of my childhood.  As did Disney.  Which certainly makes it “super” fun to see them joining together for the new Zodiac Legacy series.  Now my sons, who are the perfect age for this type of novel (12 and 14) […]

Animals

It’s Doggy Valentine’s Day! How Will You Treat Your Pup? #ValentinesForDogs

February 13, 2015

Today is Doggy Valentine’s Day! This special holiday on Feb. 13 is similar to the traditional human Valentine’s Day on Feb. 14, but is specifically for our canine friends! I know on our farm, our dogs are more than companions and friends, they are family, helping us to keep all the other animals safe and our […]

Valentine’s Day Survival Kit for Mom | Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day Movie Review

February 12, 2015

Ever get gum in your hair as a child?  I don’t recall if I did, but I’ve certainly cut a fair share out of my children’s hair!  For all of us, it was a very bad, no good experience. Multiply that situation ten-fold and you’ll have an inkling of what transpires in Disney’s ALEXANDER AND THE […]

5 Easy Ways to Avoid Vacation Belly Bloat #Travel

February 10, 2015

Sticking with a daily exercise routine can go a long way towards helping reduce the dreaded vacation belly bloat! Traveling is so much fun…  until you get so bloated you can’t fit into your swimsuit! It happens to the best of us. Some of it is from things that can’t be avoided. Different environments tend […]

ENTERTAIN Recipes

Effortless Tricks for Creating Oscar-Worthy Movie Night Snack Mixes

February 9, 2015

We’re gearing up for some Guardians of the Galaxy Movie Night fun thanks to Cost Plus World Market. This is a sponsored post, but as always, all thoughts, opinions, recipes and general affection for GOTG are my own. Honestly, we could host a Guardians of the Galaxy movie night for a week straight and still […]

SpongeBob SquarePants-themed Pirate’s Booty

February 7, 2015

Aye, aye, captain!  There’s nautical news afloat that Pirate’s Booty has collaborated with Nickelodeon and Paramount Pictures to make a splash for The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge Out of Water (in theaters Feb. 6.) Now, while you’re hanging out in your pineapple under the sea, you can enjoy the limited-edition SpongeBob SquarePants-themed Pirate’s Booty!  These gluten-free fluffy […]

Good Earth Beauty Chocolate Dipped Strawberries Body Cream #Giveaway

February 5, 2015

Receiving chocolate dipped strawberries is a heavenly treat for me, because strawberries are my favorite fruit. While the strawberries are healthy and the scent mouthwatering; adding on the chocolate isn’t so healthy. Just one chocolate dipped strawberry has 53 calories and 3 grams of fat! While I won’t be enjoying their taste this Valentine’s Day, […]

Crafts CREATE

Dollar Tree Crafts: Quick and Easy Valentines Day Ribbon Wreath

February 4, 2015

It’s the month of love, so of course we’re creating a festive Valentines Day wreath with a little help from Dollar Tree! #spon Don’t you just love stores you walk into that instantly inspire your craft creativity?  This is honestly how I feel every time I step into our local Dollar Tree! Around every corner […]

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25 Sweet Valentines Day Recipes and Crafts

February 3, 2015

Love is in the air…can you feel it? Take a look at this amazing list of Valentine’s Day Recipes and crafts I put together for you. Whether you want to decorate for the holiday, whip up a sweet treat for your sweetheart, or want something original to give to your child’s teacher, you’ll find something […]

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Dollar Tree Crafts: Valentines Day Carnation Wreath

February 2, 2015

Love is in the air and we’re creating a festive Valentines Day wreath with a little help from Dollar Tree! #spon Last year on a visit to a little housewares boutique in one of my favorite “boho” style neighborhoods, I spotted a pink carnation wreath hung on the wall with a wide red ribbon bow. […]

NOURISH Recipes

30 Amazing Chocolate Recipes for Chocolate Lovers

February 1, 2015

Chocolate and Valentine’s Day go hand in hand, but there’s something about making homemade goodies that makes the day even more special than if you just presented your loved one with the traditional heart-shaped box of candy. Here are a few of our best Chocolate Recipes to get you started: Black Walnut Rocky Road Fudge […]