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Organizing a Tight Space Study Zone

Organizing a Tight Space Study Zone

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #CreatedWithHP #CollectiveBias This Fall, my teen daughter will be headed into a very challenging year in High School loaded with AP and Honors classes. As she will have lots…

Easy BBQ Vegetarian Wraps

Easy BBQ Vegetarian Wraps

This post is sponsored by Stubb’s Bar-B-Q Sauce but the content and opinions expressed here are my own. BBQ season can be a little tricky for vegetarians to navigate, so I love this delicious plant-based wrap that includes tasty BBQ flavor without the meat! This…

Vegetarian Pressure Cooker French Onion Soup

Vegetarian Pressure Cooker French Onion Soup

This post was sponsored by Better Than Bouillon as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own.

There’s something magical about cooking onions. If I could bottle up the scent of onions simmering with herbs and spices, I would name it ‘Comfort Food’ as many delicious meals start with a base of onions. (more…)

Healthy Fast Meals with Wildscape

Healthy Fast Meals with Wildscape

I received this product for free from MomsMeet (momsmeet.com) to use and post my honest opinions. Compensation for this post was provided and this page may contain affiliate links. I recently had the opportunity to sample some varieties of the Wildscape meals. These Frozen gourmet…

Make Treat Time Last Longer with a Twist

Make Treat Time Last Longer with a Twist

This post is sponsored by  JW Twist-In Treats but the content and opinions expressed here are my own. We just finished building an outdoor covered patio structure to enjoy this summer, so we are ready to start entertaining! While everyone loves my big hairy rescue…

Reef Friendly Sunscreens for Summer 2019

Reef Friendly Sunscreens for Summer 2019

Laws are being passed and reef-wrecking sunscreens are getting the boot! But which options are effective and reef-friendly for your summer beach fun? (more…)

Finding Comfort with Swanson Health’s CBD Hemp Extract

Finding Comfort with Swanson Health’s CBD Hemp Extract

This post was sponsored by Swanson Health. As summer is almost in full swing, we decided to build an outdoor covered entertaining area in our backyard. What seemed like a simple backyard improvement has turned into a major endeavor, which has included long hours of…

Blood Orange BBQ Sauce with Air Fryer Potatoes

Blood Orange BBQ Sauce with Air Fryer Potatoes

My family loves salmon, so I was excited to learn about this gourmet pre-planked salmon.  Located in a tiny South Shore hamlet of Blandford, Nova Scotia, Cedar Bay Grilling Company is an award-winning producer of frozen Salmon products that bring the best of Atlantic Canada…

Stock up on General Mills Cereals & Support Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals

Stock up on General Mills Cereals & Support Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals

This post is sponsored by General Mills. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Giving and volunteering have always been a part of my life, so naturally, my daughter has been raised to also take part in many charitable causes. Moms will often ask me how I was able to get my teen involved with so many different charities, and my reply is always the same – start early, have teachable moments and allow your kids to find a cause that is meaningful to them.

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Tangy Vegetable Tagine with Preserved Lemons

Tangy Vegetable Tagine with Preserved Lemons

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #MySanPelMomenti #TastefullyItalian #CollectiveBias As winter winds down and lemon trees are dropping their bounty, I have been preserving lemons with salt to use in soups, bakes, stews and…

My Quick Seattle Getaway

My Quick Seattle Getaway

I groaned as I started to pack my suitcase. Seattle forecast? Rain, followed by a little more rain. As a native San Diegan, we have a love-hate relationship with rain. We desperately need the rainwater due to our ongoing drought, but the honest truth is…

My Favorite Healthy Summer Drink : Berry Berry Zinger

My Favorite Healthy Summer Drink : Berry Berry Zinger

This post is sponsored by Celestial Seasonings but the content and opinions expressed here are my own.

The warmer weather is FINALLY here, so I’ve been making my colorful, flavorful Berry Berry Zinger beverage. Pairing fresh seasonal strawberries with Celestial Seasonings Raspberry Zinger tea creates a light and tangy berry-centric beverage to enjoy while cooling down. Pssst…add a little white wine to this recipe for guests 21 and over and create a fantastic cocktail without any added sugar! (more…)