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15 Things to do in Phoenix (Even in the Summer Heat!)

15 Things to do in Phoenix (Even in the Summer Heat!)

Our family has lived in Phoenix for over 10 years. It took me a long time to start calling Phoenix “home” and not refer to the state I grew up. But starting our family and establishing our roots, I realized Phoenix really is “home” and holds a very…

8 Date Ideas from Frugal To Fancy

My husband and I have been married eight years now, and we love to date each other. Even though money is tight and good babysitters are hard to come by, we really try to make it a priority to send time together, just the two of us. Here…

Home Depot Holiday Workshop

I have a confession to make. I am one of those people who try to pull of all the Christmas decorations right after Halloween. My husband hates it and says I can’t get anything out until after Thanksgiving, but I seem to be able to pull a few…

2014’s Touch a Truck Event in Phoenix this Weekend!

Since he was the tiny my little guy has loved anything with wheels. Fire trucks, police cars, garbage trucks, bikes, you name it, he wanted to know what it was called and how it worked. Now he is almost four and the obsession continues. As a Mom I…

Support No Kid Hungry + Get Denny’s Coupons!

I am a Denny’s Diner Brand Ambassador. As such, I received compensation and a welcome kit. All opinions are my own. There is nothing worse then the feeling of being hungry. Yet, many children in our own neighborhoods and communities face hunger everyday. In Arizona, 30% of kids…

Denny’s Greatest Hits Menu and Phoenix Big Surf Coupon!

I am a Denny’s Diner Brand Ambassador. As such, I received compensation and a welcome kit. All opinions are my own There is tons of new things happening at Denny’s across the nation! Here’s a peek at their really fun limited time menu and a look at some…

I Spy Printable Aquarium Activity

I Spy Printable Aquarium Activity

I received tickets to SEA LIFE Aquarium in exchange for my honest review. The opinions expressed above are my own. Affiliate links are included in this post. I’ll receive a small commission, at no cost to you, for a purchase made through clicking on a link in this…

What to Bring to a Water Park with Toddlers & Still Enjoy It!

What to Bring to a Water Park with Toddlers & Still Enjoy It!

Water parks provide many fun activities to keep cool during hot summer months. However, if you’re anything like me, taking a toddler to a water park can be a daunting task. I’ve found that with a little planning, water parks can be an enjoyable experience for the entire…

Sonoran Desert Getaway in Scottsdale Arizona

Sonoran Desert Getaway in Scottsdale Arizona

Sometimes mama just needs to run get away… you know, escape the little people that hold you hostage day in and day out. I’ve been itching for a getaway. In the 8 years we’ve been married, I’ve gone from pregnancy to nursing four little boys back-to-back without much of…

Healthy Eating For The Whole Family

I received a Flower Child meal in exchange for this post. All opinions are my own. Last month my husband and I did a whole 30 challenge. I won’t go into all the details, but for 30 days we drastically changed our diets to reset our systems and…

Delicious Food at Cafe Zupas

I received a meal at Cafe Zupas in exchange for this post. All opinions are my own. When you think of home, as in the place you are from, what is the first thing you think of? Mine is family and friends, but it is closely followed by…

Finding a Service Provider Made Easy!

I received compensation for this post. All opinions are my own.  Have you ever tried searching for a service provider, only to be left wondering what you’re really getting? I always feel like I’m blindly accepting a company to come by and offer me a bid, hoping it’s…