Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial. I do love nice make-up, and if it’s personalized to my preferences and likes, it couldn’t be better!  I want to tell you about a great company I have worked with–Wantable.com.   I have worked with other make-up subscription companies in the past, but this one is different.   You answer some […]

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial. Planners are something that I definitely need.  My life gets crazier and crazier as the years go on.  I am not a full-time classroom teacher, but I am a substitute teacher (in eight districts), and I am the mother of an active, 10-year-old girl.  My older niece is also a […]

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial. Sleep is normally not a problem for me, but there are times that my sleep schedule gets off.  This especially true when speaking of my menstrual cycle.  When it is that time of month, I often struggle to sleep well.  Also, I am a substitute teacher, so I don’t usually […]

I have two children’s book reviews for you today from the same talented author–Julia Dweck. Mr. McGranimals is no ordinary zookeeper and Zippity-Zoo is no ordinary zoo. A day at the zoo turns into a magical adventure for young Ryan when he finds out that the visitors can turn into any creature they choose. When Ryan wishes to become a […]

Note:  I received free products for review purposes. My mom, my daughter, and I are huge fans of popcorn, and there’s nothing better than microwave popcorn from JOLLY TIME Pop Corn.  They have something to match every taste and diet.  I am featuring my favorite product from them–Smart Balance.  I am one that watches what I eat, but I still […]

I have finally read another book for my 2013 Just For Fun Challenge. Stepping into the wrong carriage at a Sussex village, Elinor Rochdale is swept up in a thrilling and dangerous adventure. Overnight the would-be governess becomes mistress of a ruined estate and partner in a secret conspiracy to save a family’s name. By midnight she is a bride, […]

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial. As people get older, canes often become a way of life.  My mom actually has one, but she often only uses it for hiking.  Many older people use canes, and they often look very similar and unappealing.  After all, just because a woman is older does not mean that she […]

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial. I will admit that lipsticks, lip glosses, and such are not really a big deal for me.  I have some lip moisturizers that I use, but as long as the colors are not too dark and stay on fairly well, I’m fine with them.  I don’t really think about finding […]

Read more about the book here. The SockKids Meet Lincoln by Michael John Sullivan My rating: 5 of 5 stars What a fun way to introduce young readers to history! I found myself laughing several times as I read this children’s book, and I would highly recommend it to early readers. After all, who hasn’t wondered what happened to your […]

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial. I love all-natural products when it comes to my face.  Actually, I love all-natural products in general.  My face is generally slightly dry with some acne.  And my pores are rather large.  I don’t really have much of an issue yet with aging, but I still occasionally get acne. I […]