April showers bring May flowers ~ Wordless Wednesday

April showers bring May flowers

Here's the thing.....we had snow on Mother's Day. Yup, you heard me correctly, snow. Shockingly this is not completely unusual here in the Northeast. Luckily I had covered the seedlings and herbs that we planted outside last week so nothing was lost. Today we're supposed to hit 75 degrees after … [Read more...]

Sometimes you need a good #ZzzQuilNight!

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of ZzzQuil. All opinions are 100% mine. Have you ever had one of those nights where your thoughts are spinning and you just can't seem to fall asleep? This past weekend I had one of those nights. Over the last week we've had two birthdays and a … [Read more...]

A Visit to the Lake ~ Wordless Wednesday

Lake Ontario

You may be wondering where the heck I've been. Things have been CRAZY hectic here! In the last week we've celebrated two birthdays and entertained a house guest  Oh, and in the midst of all of that I won a major award! Okay, so maybe not a major award BUT thanks to all of you I was named #7 on … [Read more...]

Jumpstart your yard with Scott’s Florida Select Mulch

Planning your vegetable garden

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Scotts Miracle-Gro. All opinions are 100% mine. Spring is officially here and you all know what that means. It's time to get that yard into shape! One of my favorite things to do this time of year is to work in the garden. There is just … [Read more...]

HUGGIES® Little Movers Slip-On® Diapers – Mommy’s little helper

HUGGIES Little Movers Slip-On Diapers

**I participated in a campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for HUGGIES. I received product samples to facilitate my review. All opinions are my own.** As a mom of three it kind of goes without saying that I've participated in my fair share of diaper changes. At this point we have only … [Read more...]

Huge Mother’s Day Giveaway ~ Win a $60 Bath & Body Works gift + more!

Mother's Day Giveaway - Bath & Body Works Gift Pack

Mother's Day is quickly approaching and what better way to celebrate mom than with a huge giveaway! I'm excited to be teaming up with our sponsors, the lovely ladies of The Social Media Panel and Voiceboks along with many more amazing blogs for a Mother's Day Giveaway that will knock your socks off! … [Read more...]

Start planning your summer garden now!

Planning your vegetable garden

This spring has been testing my patience. Just when I think we have finally turned the weather corner it snows again. Last week we had several 70+ degree days and I was able to get outside with the kiddos and start cleaning up the garden beds. This makes me happy! Then, on Saturday the temps dropped … [Read more...]

Thank you, Mother Nature ~ Wordless Wednesday

sleepy baby

We've had a break in the weather and it's finally starting to feel like spring. The kiddos have been able to get outside and play. They've been having a blast and it's been a nice change of pace for me too. Plus, it's truly amazing how just a little bit of sun and fresh air can tire them out like … [Read more...]

35 Fun Facts About Mommy

It's the weekend, it's raining, I never finished my regular Friday post, and I feel like doing something fun! This past week I have been participating in the Ultimate Blog Party hosted by 5 Minutes for Mom. In essence it is a blog hop of epic proportions! I have met so many new bloggers this week … [Read more...]

A Day at the Museum ~ Wordless Wednesday

A day at the museum with kids

Spring Break was several weeks earlier than usual in our school district due to some changes in the NY state testing schedule (don't get me started). So that meant a full week plus a day of NO SCHOOL! Being late March/early April the weather left much to be desired and after the long Easter weekend … [Read more...]