If you’re home more with the kids, like me, and spending more time outside, you are going to want to check out these summer essentials. 5 of them are under $12 (plus 1 splurge I think is worth it). Did I miss anything?
12 Reasons to Visit the VERY Affordable Crown Reef Beach Resort
I received accommodations and a resort credit in order to facilitate a review of the newly renovated Crown Reef Beach Resort in Myrtle Beach, SC last month. Of course, all opinions here are my own. And you know I have opinions! The truth is that the Crown Reef Beach Resort is a great value for […]
Passing on my LOVE for tennis
I am not a great tennis player. But I do love to play. I’m an athlete at heart and so I can play just about anything relatively well but tennis is something I’ve continued to play over the years because I just have fun playing, not because I always win. I love that I can […]
Summer isn’t over yet! @WorldofCocaCola giveaway!
Yes, I know that back-to-school items have been on sale for a month. I know that the reading lists and over-the-summer assignments are now being worked on. I know that the countdown to have the massive school supply list finished has begun. But I want to scream: SUMMER ISN’T OVER YET! In Atlanta we still […]
[VIDEO] Oprah, Steven Spielberg collaborate on “The Hundred-Foot Journey” hitting theaters Aug. 8
Culinary movies are a favorite for me. Perhaps it’s because I am not the world’s best cook. Or maybe it’s because I love food. Either way, I love a good foodie flick. So, I’m excited to see the new DreamWorks production “The Hundred-Foot Journey“. Photo: DreamWorks Pictures Steven Spielberg and Oprah Winfrey have teamed up as […]
Sharing Reading Rainbow with a new generation
I had the pleasure of seeing Reading Rainbow co-founder LeVar Burton read to my children (and many others) as part of the Disney Social Media Moms conference at Disneyland this Spring. It was so great to see LeVar in person and hear how focused he has been on implementing a love of reading in children. […]
Five steps to the Perfect Turkey Burger
In preparation for my cooking segment on CBS46’s Better Mornings Atlanta tomorrow (eek!), I have been practicing my turkey burgers. I’m making Red Gold’s Spicy Turkey Burger and I’m hoping they turn out like the photo here. I found there are five steps to make turkey burgers stay juicy, delicious, and whole. I’m sure there are […]
Summer Reading: How to Stop the Summer Slide
I am a stickler about reversing the “summer slide”. I want my kids to have tons of fun over the summer traveling and visiting attractions and just being kids, but I also make sure #campmom offers some learning time too. My three older kids all have workbooks they need to complete each day. I also […]
#HiltonSandestin is perfect for families…And romance
Disclosure: I received a media rate for accommodations and activities in order to tell you about this resort but that would never sway my opinions.So I did it! I got away with my husband (no kids!) for a weekend. Sure I had some lingering mommy guilt, but as soon as I hopped on my “private-like” Southern Airways […]
The joy of a kid-free vacation…And how to lose the guilt
(Disclosure: I received complimentary or a media rate for airfare, accommodations, and activities in order to facilitate a review. All opinions are my own.)Today, my husband and I will leave our kids with a capable babysitter and venture away for a weekend…just the two of us. I’m beyond excited. I love traveling with my kids […]
