Nestled between the Olympic National Forest and the Hood Canal is the Alderbrook Resort & Spa, a picture-perfect lakeside retreat where tranquility overcomes stress. When I landed in Seattle for the very first time I couldn’t believe my eyes. The vegetation, the views, the people—they were all so different than anywhere else I’d ever visited […]
2017 Honda Civic Type R – Mom & Dad’s Ultimate Hot Hatch
Boasting everyday comfort, boyish looks, and smokin’ race track chops, the Civic Type R knocks on the door of practical sports car nirvana. A single-propeller floatplane quickly accelerated out of a charming marina in Seattle, Washington. Much to my surprise, it only took the bright-blue bird about 150 feet to take off, and within minutes […]
POWER UP – Time to Change the Way You Snack
I participated in Mom Blog Tour Sweets & Snacks Expo (#MomBlogTourFF) on behalf of Wendy’s Bloggers. I received Power Up products to facilitate my post, but my opinion and creative content are my own. POWER UP is the perfect on-the-go snack for just about everyone! With many mixes to choose from, I can almost promise you […]
Travel Hotspots With XFINITY WiFi
This post has been compensated by XFINTY and its advertiser. As usual, all opinions are mine alone. Whether by road, rail, or plane, travels can challenge a family’s patience, sanity, and most definitely their mobile data allotments. XFINITY WiFi Hotspots app to the rescue! As summer comes to a close for families across the […]
Spring Break Travel Guide: JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort
“We were provided overnight accommodations in order to facilitate this story. All opinions and content are our own.” Spring Break Travel Guide: JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort There are many great spring break destinations across the country, but the JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa has quickly become one of […]
Hilton Hotel Review – How to Spring Break in Fort Wayne!
“We were provided overnight accommodations to facilitate this story. As usual, all content and opinions are our own!” It’s Easy to Get Flustered When Planning for an Epic Spring Break. After All, There Are Hundreds of Destinations to Choose From. Here’s Why We Chose the Hilton in Fort Wayne, Indiana! If you haven’t heard of Fort Wayne, […]
2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee – Kicking off the Year in Style
4×4 Limited Grand Cherokee Welcomes 2017 and a Very Moody Mother Nature It feels good to welcome the new year happy and invigorated, but whether that feeling actually lasts past the first week or so, that’s another story. It’s no secret that the holidays are an exhausting time of year, financially and emotionally. Personally, we […]
JW Marriott San Antonio – Hill Country Holidays 2016
“We were provided accommodations in order to facilitate this story. As always, all content and opinions are solely our own.” “The holiday season awards us a special opportunity to make memories. Whether it’s at home, or on the road, the month of December is a magical time for kids and grown ups alike. We headed […]
The 2017 HGTV Dream Home Meets Our Dream SUV!
“If you’re an HGTV junkie like we are at my house, I probably don’t need to explain what the HGTV Dream Home is. But just in case, here’s what this dreamy, once-a-year giveaway is all about.” The 2017 HGTV Dream Home Meets Our Dream SUV! We’ve previously shared with you our deep love for the […]
West Virginia – More Than a Destination, a Learning Experience!
“We were provided accommodations and access to some attractions in order to facilitate this story. As always, all opinions are ours” Keeping a surprise from anyone in my house is nearly impossible, especially with everyone’s busy schedules. I usually find myself trying to plan our trips around soccer practices, games, preschool programs, work schedules and […]