Friday’s are getting a facelift around here… it’s a good thing!  Promise. Let me introduce you to one of my cutest friends and trainer Nichole from Pure Clean Fitness.  Nichole and I go way back- like all the way back to the winter 2008 when I decided I needed a trainer to help me learn …

I’m excited to introduce to a new member of our Creative Team today~ Julie from Confessions of a Cooking Diva She’s fabulous in the kitchen and just take a look at what she brought to share with us today… Slow Cooker Dr. Pepper Shredded Pork Sandwich I love a good potluck. I used to work …

There’s an extra special kind of Box Tops out and about right now… BONUS Box Top products have 5 Box Tops on one box, which is just super awesome! My son Jake and I had a little Bonus Box Tops Scavenger Hunt on our last shopping trip to Walmart; we like to head to Walmart …

Reece’s Peanut Butter Cup Bars are like a chocolate peanut butter party in your mouth… mmmmm hmmm.   I have a dirty little secret… It’s rich and lovely and has everything to do with peanut butter and chocolate 🙂 My love of Reece’s Peanut Butter Cups extends waaaaayyyy back into my childhood.  Truth be told… …

Over the past few years we’ve had so much fun link-partying with all of you but the time has come to bring the party to an end.  This is the last Super Saturday but no worries- I have a fun new series starting on Friday’s that I think you will all just LOVE!  Tune in …

*this is a sponsored posted written for me on behalf of Walmart and Tyson® the opinions expressed are genuine and all me. Many of you may already know about the Tyson Project A+™ Program which helps schools earn extra money! SO cool 🙂 I love being able to help out in simple ways but really are beneficial for …

Italian Salad and the Finest Grillathon with sides and Ball Park Park’s Finest dogs… make your summer grilling an event to remember! *This is a sponsored conversation written by me of behalf of Ball Park® brand. The opinions and text are all mine   You guys remember our Chicago Style Dogs Grillathon from a couple of …

Our Blueberry, Banana, Strawberry Protein Smoothie Recipe is packed with all kinds of good-for-you nutrition and some protein to boot! I can’t get enough of these fabulous fruits~ strawberry, blueberry, banana smoothie makes my body so happy! Then we a power punch with vanilla protein–it’s amazing! When I make a strawberry banana protein shake it …

Vanilla Poppyseed Friendship Bread will make all of your friends very happy!   You’ll be happy too with the delicious blend of vanilla and poppy seeds all baked into a delightful loaf.   Over the years I’ve had people give me Amish Friendship Bread starts and I would follow the instructions and make the friendship …

Pin your best recipes and DIY projects, or browse through the latest trends on the Web, at our Super Saturday Link Party! Let’s get this party started! Super Saturday #110 Happy Weekend, everyone! We’re delighted that you came to our party. The link-up is live and ready for you to share your recipes, DIY projects …

Thanks for participating in the Best Recipes and DIY Projects Party last week! We’re thrilled to share some of our favorite links from last week’s link party with you. Raise your hand if you love ice cream. So do we! We spotted some particularly yummy ice cream recipes during the link party, and we just …

Crispy Chicken Salad is a quick meal solution- all you need is a bag of salad, shredded cheese, avocado, and some easy to prepare Tyson® Crispy Chicken Strips!  Oh and lets not forget the dollop of sour cream on top 🙂  Yummmm. I buy Tyson® Crispy Chicken Strips for convenience but also because they’re made with 100% …

Our Healthy Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe are amazing–you’ll never guess they’re a healthy cookie! Today’s healthy banana nut cookies are packed with oats, whole wheat flour, applesauce, banana, dark chocolate, and nuts! Banana cookies are cholesterol cleaning, antioxidants, and really great nutrition- all in a delightful cookie!  Fit Friday never gets old!! Fit tips …

*This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of General Mills®. The opinions and text are all mine. It’s kinda hard to believe we are into the swing of back into school… where did the summer go???  My youngest, Jake, starts his Junior year of high school on Wednesday and quite frankly I’m …

Pin your best recipes and DIY projects, or browse through the latest trends on the Web, at our Super Saturday Link Party! Let’s get this party started! Happy Weekend, everyone! We’re delighted that you came to our party. The link-up is live and ready for you to share your recipes, DIY projects and crafts, just …

Thank you so much for participating in the Best Recipes and DIY Projects Party last week!  I’m thrilled to share some of my favorite links from last week’s link party with you. I love having fresh new recipe ideas, especially when it comes to breakfast!  Around out house we start back to school in just a …

Good Morning everybody!  I’m so excited to have Dru here with us from Polka Dot Poplars to inspire us with a super awesome DIY project! Upcycled Office Chair is just about the coolest thing ever- who knew it was so easy to go from Drab to Fab?! I won’t keep you waiting… Enjoy! Hello Everyone! It’s …

Getting back into the swing of a new school year can be a little tricky for the whole family sometimes… it seems like none of us is really ever ready for it to come around! When my kiddos were little I relied on these awesome tips to get us back into the groove of the …

I thought it’d be fun to share my latest TV segment with you guys today… Remember my Strawberry Mango Guacamole Recipe from a few weeks ago?  It made it’s way onto Fox 13 The Place and let me tell ya it was so much fun!  I really love sharing recipes and this was such a …

Thank you for joining our Super Saturday #108 link party!  We love hosting and seeing all of your creative projects!! Make sure and check out last weeks Features…  Everything Back to School  Pin your best recipes and DIY projects, or browse through the latest trends on the Web, at our Super Saturday Link Party! Let’s …

Thank you so much for participating in the Best Recipes and DIY Projects Party last week!  I’m thrilled to share some of my favorite links from last week’s link party with you. I don’t know about you all but I can’t believe summer is almost over… Back to School is here whether we like it or …

Fresh Fruit, Feta, and Mint Salad is a refreshing flavor combination that tastes amazing!  It’s like catching summertime in a bowl- watermelon, cantaloupe, and grapes tossed with mint and topped off with feta cheese!!  Heaven.   We love this salad- it’s so simple to make and that’s always a big plus!  It’s like a party …

Our Chocolate Trail Mix Power Bites Recipe are awesome for wherever life happens to take you! are packed with oats, chocolate almond butter, chia seeds, flax seeds, and honey– then a handful of trail mix. You’ve got a healthy snack that’s delicious fuel for all the adventures in your life!  Why we love Chocolate Trail …

Pizza Margherita is an Italian Classic that combines fresh ingredients with a whole wheat pizza crust- it’s a hard one to beat in the summer when all of the ingredients are at their peak and fresh off the vine! Not to mention that I am a little over-the-top when it comes to fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, …