My True Nature Review and #Giveaway

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  With a new baby in the house and 2 older kids, we give a lot of baths!  I try to stick to all natural products as often as possible.  When I learned that the children’s bath products by My True Nature included 72% organic ingredients, I was eager to give them a try. Another Continue Reading …

Oatmeal Carmelitos – The MOST delicious cookie bar you will ever taste!

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It’s true.  These Oatmeal Carmelitos are THE best cookie bars ever.  And that’s a big statement coming from me.  I am somewhat of a cookie and brownie snob.  These delectable bites of heaven were introduced to me a couple of years ago.  I pull them out for special occasions (Super Bowl, Valentine’s Day) and school Continue Reading …

Hoover Elite Rewind Bagless Upright Vacuum Review and Giveaway

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I had no idea how difficult it was to shop for a vacuum cleaner.  We have been without a vacuum in our house for 6 MONTHS!  Our central vacuum cleaner stopped working as well as our refurbished 1960′s monstrosity.  With a family of 5 having no vacuum cleaner is a problem.  Luckily I was able to Continue Reading …

Wonder Bumper Review AND $165 ARV #GIVEAWAY!!!

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I am sure that all of you mamas out there have heard about the safety issues related to crib bumpers.  This is an extremely important issue that is so often overlooked.  Did you know that are an average of 26 crib related injuries every day?  It is actually against  the law for caregivers to use Continue Reading …

Perfect Potato Soup For A Winter Day

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Why not make soup for dinner tonight.  It’s January, it’s cold and snowy.  What could be better than a cheesy, bacony, potatoey bite of deliciousness.  Try out this  potato soup recipe.  You’ll love it! 1/2 cup chopped onion ( I mince my onion and celery- I love the flavor added but not the texture) 1/2 cup chopped Continue Reading …

Zumba Fitness 2

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I recently discovered Zumba classes at the gym where I work out.  I have heard about this type dance aerobics for years, but have never tried it until now.  Wow, it’s a really great workout and boy did I sweat!  I find that the upbeat music and dance moves keeps me motivated throughout the entire class.  The Continue Reading …

ShaToBu Shaping Tights Review

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“ShaToBu – The Workout You Wear – is the revolutionary shaper that helps women shape, tone and burn more calories during everyday activities. The benefits go beyond ordinary shapewear – ShaToBu instantly gives a sleeker silhouette, but women can also see and feel a difference in their bodies with regular use over time. By incorporating Continue Reading …

Photography Tips – DIY Inexpensive Backdrops

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I know that a lot of us are trying to save money, but don’t want to miss out on getting beautiful portraits of our children.  There are so many inexpensive and easy ways to photograph your children at home that you can easily eliminate those trips to expensive photography studios.  You don’t need an expensive Continue Reading …

Great Deal on Bath and Body Works!

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I ran across some GREAT deals on Bath and Body Works yesterday.  They are having their annual yellow sale, with items up to 75% off!!!!!  I love the Bath and Body works Cotton Blossom Shower Gel, which is on sale for $5 (regularly $9.50).  This time of year I also like to get the moisturizing Continue Reading …

Terrarium Craft

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Christmas vacation is upon us and Mama Bargains and I were looking for a fun and easy craft to do with the kids.  Terrariums!!!  After doing a little research I decided that this would be the perfect kid friendly craft.  Not to mention, all the supplies can be found around your house!  There are TONS of Continue Reading …