This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Groupon for IZEA. All opinions are 100% mine. This last Christmas, I did something, for the first time, I gave family members Groupon gifts for Christmas. I picked out special gifts for my husband, daughter, and mom, and it was perfect! I only wish I'd thought of using Groupon for gifts sooner. So this year, with Mother's Day coming up, I am thinking of gifts for my own mother, for close friends, and gifts that my family can give me. I headed … [Read more...]
Lollipop Bouquet for Mom
I don't know what your mom loves but I know that my mom loves candy. Not really chocolate candy but hard fruity candy. I have many memories of my mom eating candy and not being able to make it last. The loud chewing of hard candy and picking out her favorites in bags and boxes. I am positive her sweet tooth has been passed down to me. I am most likely passing it down to my daughter. [Tweet "A generational sweet tooth is a thing right? #YumEarth"] So obviously the #1 organic candy in … [Read more...]
Mother Daughter Movie Night on Netflix
Mother's Day is coming up. Very soon. I'm going to keep saying this --> where is 2015 going? It is just flying by. I like to have breakfast with the kids on Mother's Day but then I usually like to relax. Honestly, I spend most of my days with my kids. Like 24/7 kind of time. I know, I know, I am a stay at home mom, so of course that is to be expected. But, on Mother's Day, I love to just go out and have me-time. Last year, my husband gave me $40 cash and sent me to the local Goodwill. He … [Read more...]
Printable Coupon Book for Mom
Mother's Day is coming up pretty quickly. My daughter is seven and at the age where she wants to give me gifts - personalized special gifts. So I thought a printable coupon book for Mother's Day was a timely printable to create. She is in first grade so I made these printable coupons with a manuscript box so my Princess can write whatever she'd love to write. Great ideas for Mother's Day Coupons for Kids: Hug Kiss Wipe All Counters Uninterrupted Bath Back Rub Dishes Vacuum Hour of Quiet … [Read more...]
An Early Mother’s Day Date with my Mom
I participated in an Influencer Activation Program on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for Starbucks. I received a promotional item and a gift card to facilitate my review. My mom is going to be gone on Mother's Day for a funeral. {In Native American country, funerals happen a lot. And since my dad knows a lot of people nationally and locally, this funeral is not optional for them.} Then, on Monday morning she will be flying out to the San Diego area for some meetings. So, this last week we … [Read more...]
15 Gifts for Moms on the Go at Best Buy
Life is so busy, isn't it. We are running up and down Interstate 5 in Washington state for my husband's job. The kids have classes at the YMCA; I am homeschooling my six year old; my two year old is a handful; and we are trying to stay involved and active in our local community. There are not enough hours in the day to keep up. Can anyone relate? With Mother's Day soon here, what are you thinking of getting your mom? Moms, what are you hoping to get as a gift? 15 Gifts for Moms at Best … [Read more...]
12 Low Calorie Desserts for Mother’s Day
Mother's Day is coming up which I am excited about. I like to enjoy the day with some "me time" but also a meal with the family. I love splurging on the meal too. This year, I have been more careful about my calorie intake and overeating issues. More specifically, I've been watching my emotional eating. You know eating when stressed. So when I find low-calorie desserts, I am pretty excited. I have told you all many times what a sweet tooth I have. So, here is a curated collection of 12 … [Read more...]
