Sunday night was a girl's night out for my daughter, her best pal from school, and her mom and I. None of us had been to a Broadway musical and we were all excited that Annie would be our first together. We drove to downtown Seattle to see Annie on opening night to a large crowd of other families. It was a great experience. Have you seen a Broadway play or musical? If so, which one? If you have not been to the Paramount Theatre in Seattle it is a MUST experience. Opening in March of … [Read more...]
20 Protein Powder Recipe Ideas (not smoothies!)
I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for Orgain. I received product samples as well as a promotional item to thank me for my participation. I love using protein powder in smoothies. Honestly, that's what I have been using it for since July of last year. Green smoothies have been a favorite go-to drink for me in the morning. They are filling and even more so with added protein powder. My husband just mixes his with water and drinks it before and after working … [Read more...]
Plan for Prayer: Training and Strategies
When you become a parent, life can get so busy and stressful. I am sad to say there are many times that quality prayer time gets put on the back burner in my life. My prayers become rote utterances that I repeat over and over. I am thankful that we serve a graceful and patient God -- I know I don't deserve it. Prayer can accomplish what a willing God can accomplish. - The Battle Plan for Prayer This is why I appreciate books like, The Battle Plan for Prayer by the Kendrick brothers. They give … [Read more...]
Flying with Kids: Tips and Tricks
We played and learned with Playskool as part of a sponsored post for Socialstars. This Thanksgiving we are taking a multigenerational family vacation to Florida. We'll be spending a week in Key West and then spend three days in Daytona Beach. During the time we are in Daytona Beach I am going to take the kids up to Disney World. We are all pretty excited about the vacation this year. Are you taking a family vacation soon? If so, where will you be heading? Flying with Kids: Tips and … [Read more...]
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® Presents BUILT TO AMAZE!
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® Presents Built To Amaze!, an extraordinarily engineered circus experience custom-built for family fun where Children Of All Ages® find out what it takes to construct The Greatest Show On Earth®. The visionary blueprints have been assembled with a contemporary toolbox of unparalleled imagination that will be unleashed from shipping crates right before the audience’s eyes for the all-new circus spectacular Built To Amaze! at the Showare Center in Kent from … [Read more...]
My Favorite Ways to Use Lavender Essential Oil
Here in Western Washington you'll find many great lavender farms. I absolutely love lavender. Not only is it a beautiful herb, it also smells divine. The flower and the oil of lavender have been used for centuries. Do you like lavender? My favorite ways to use lavender are the simple ways -- in my laundry and at bedtime. For laundry, place a few drops on cloth or laundry dryer sheet to freshen laundry scent and naturally deodorize. [Tweet "Use lavender essential oil when doing … [Read more...]
Moms! Here are 10 Baby and Mommy Exercise Ideas
This review and giveaway was made possible by iConnect: Influencer Management and Pampers. I received product free of charge, but all opinions are 100% mine. I easily lost the weight with baby #1. I was younger, more active, and losing the weight was priority. Then four and half years later baby #2 came. It was much more difficult. In fact, I've lost and gained the last three years and it's been hard. He turned three this summer and I do not have an excuse any longer. I need to stay … [Read more...]
