ALERT, ALERT: Happy Birthday One Day Early

I have it on very good authority that Melanie's birthday is tomorrow. The source of that good authority? MY CALENDAR. (FANCY!) And here's a little secret (well, it's not really a secret, but we can certainly pretend that it is for the sake … [Continue reading]

Lo, Even More Giveaway News

Two - no, three - items of note on the giveaway front today (thanks, BlogHer!). - There's a new McDonald's giveaway - which means another prize pack (McD's gift card! plus other goodies!) is up for grabs. - The Smuckers giveaway (with a $200 … [Continue reading]

McDonald’s Family Time Getaway, Post 2

This is a sponsored post from BlogHer and McDonald's. I'm a sucker for family time. In fact, if too much time passes without some really intentional activities with my people, I get all discombobulated and twitchy and grumpy. To me there is … [Continue reading]

Kellogg’s Love Your Cereal – Post 1

This is sponsored content by BlogHer and Kelloggs. I was never really a fan of breakfast when I was growing up. I would usually eat whatever my mama fixed so as not to rock the early morning boat, but it was mostly something I tolerated, not … [Continue reading]

The Sweetest Summer

I have an ear infection. I'm sure it has something to do with not allowing my unusually small ear canals to drain properly after spending nine to twelve hours in the pool every single day last week. Sometimes relaxation has a price, my friends. And … [Continue reading]

Just A Quick Reminder…

...that the McDonald's Family Time Getaway giveaway is still up and running - but it closes tomorrow. Also, The Laughing Cow giveaway will be open until Sunday. Thanks, y'all! … [Continue reading]