DIY Glitter Slime I love homeschooling my daughter. It gives us time to come up with so many fun things to do. Recently we were able to make some fun Glitter Slime for a project. She needed to sculpt some stuff and wanted it to be fun colors and sparkly.....so that is exactly what she got! Plus this slime can be used time and time again. While making our DIY Glitter Slime my daughter decided to go with a red color for Valentines Day. It turned out perfect! Supplies: 2 Tsp Borax 1 1/2 Cups Water 1 Bottle of Elmer’s Glue 10 drops Red Food Coloring (or color of choice) Glitter Directions: Grab a small mixing bowl and pour in 1 cup of water and 2 tsp of borax powder. Stir the ingredients together until well blended. Set your bowl aside. In your medium sized bowl pour in your entire bottle of elmer’s white glue and pour in 1/2 cup of water. Stir until well blended. Once the contents are stirred together, add in 10 drops of red food coloring. Mix … [Read more...]
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
* I was sent product for the purpose of this review. However, my own opinion was used and not influenced in any way. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #TurtleTakeover My Thoughts I remember the first time Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles came out. My brothers and I could not wait to watch it. As soon as it was out on video my brothers and I begged our parent to get it for us. We used to watch it all the time. I am so glad that this new Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles was released. It was a movie that not only reminded me of my childhood but it was also a great movie to watch with my family. Recently I was able to watch Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles with my nephews. They are huge turtle fans just like I was when I was their age. Plus the DVD comes with fun masks for the kids to wear! In Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles you will be taken back to your childhood. The characteristics of each turtle is still the same...but in this movie you will get a lot more action and even a great … [Read more...]
Clear Proof Acne System from Mary Kay
** I was sent a product for the purpose of this review. However, my own opinion was used and not influenced in any way. Clear Proof Acne System from Mary Kay There is nothing more embarrassing then getting acne at my age. I hit the big 3-0 this year and I never thought that I would still be battling something that began occurring on my skin over 15 years ago. Recently I was sent the Clear Proof Acne System from Mary Kay. This system has four great products to help keep your skin free and clear. #1 - Clarifying Cleansing Gel - This gel is oil and fragrance free. It says to apply 1-3 times daily. I started out with one time each day just like the instructions said. I did notice that when I increased to twice a day it dried my skin out. The air has been horribly dry recently so I think that I will wait a few months before I try the twice daily again. But for now the once a day seems to be doing great with my skin! The Clarifying Cleansing Gel helps in reducing black heads … [Read more...]
Winters Coming – A Story of Seasonal Change by Jan Thronhill
** I was provided with a copy of this title for the purpose of this review. However, my own opinion was used and not influenced in any way. Winters Coming - A Story of Seasonal Change by Jan Thronhill Winters Coming by Jan Thornhill is a cute little story about a snowshoe hare who does not know who winter is. As she treks through the forest she encounters lots of animal friends. Birds, squirrels, turtle, mosquito, frogs and more. Each animal she encounters is preparing for winter. Unfortunately Lily is not sure what winter is and thus she does not know how to prepare for it. Each time she meets a new friend she speaks with them about the things they do to get ready for winter. Each time she also asks if that is what she is supposed to do. It is a cute and cleverly written book that will not only carry your children along on a fun adventure but they will also learn many fun facts along the way. One of the things that the kids learned at my house is what turtles do all winter long. … [Read more...]
Peter Pan Live on DVD!
** From Press Release Peter Pan Live on DVD! FLY TO NEVERLAND WITH ACADEMY AWARD® WINNER CHRISTOPHER WALKEN AND ALLISON WILLIAMS IN NBC’S BOLD NEW PRODUCTION OF A BELOVED BROADWAY MUSICAL PETER PAN LIVE! BRING IT HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS ON DVD ON DEC. 16, 2014 FROM UNIVERSAL PICTURES HOME ENTERTAINMENT Universal City, Calif., Dec. 8, 2014 — Bring home the magic and adventure of NBC’s all-new production of Peter Pan Live! on DVD Dec. 16, 2014 from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. Following the success of 2013’s The Sound of Music Live!, NBC’s exciting three-hour production of Peter Pan Live! is an extraordinary and contemporary live television event of the beloved Broadway musical Peter Pan. Starring Academy Award winner Christopher Walken (Hairspray), Allison Williams (HBO’s Girls), Tony Award winner Christian Borle (The Sound of Music Live!), Kelli O’Hara (Broadway’s South Pacific) and Minnie Driver (Phantom of the Opera), this musical masterpiece, filmed … [Read more...]
Ultimate Meat & Potatoes Breakfast Burrito with Tabasco Sauce! #SeasonedGreetings #CollectiveBias #ad
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. Ultimate Meat & Potatoes Breakfast Burrito with Tabasco Sauce! There is nothing like waking up to an amazing breakfast on Christmas morning. For the past few years my husband has woke up early to make sure that his Ultimate Meat & Potatoes Breakfast Burrito is finished by the time we all wake up. This is a tradition that each of us have begun to look forward to as the years go by. They are amazing burritos and the green sauce and bacon on top are as festive as my husband will get with the "red and green" #SeasonedGreetings contrasting colors. Thanks to Tabasco and #CollectiveBias I am going to share my husbands amazing holiday party recipes with all of you! Ultimate Meat & Potatoes Breakfast Burrito Ingredients: 3 Large Potatoes Diced ( about 3 cups) 2 Tbs Olive Oil (optional) 1 lb Pork Sausage 1 lb Bacon 8 Eggs 4 Tortillas 2 Tbs Garlic … [Read more...]
Take a Midnight Stroll – Gift Idea from #BICMerryMarking #MidnightNavy #ad
This holiday season I will be focusing more on Merry Marking then I will on spending money. What do I mean by Merry Marking? I mean that I will be bringing cheer to all those around me with these great ideas from BIC using their awesome BIC Mark-It™ permanent markers! Today I sat down with the BIC Mark-It™ Midnight Navy permanent marker and wrote out a few notes to my neighbors and friends. I tied each note to a candy cane and I will be going around tonight to slip them onto my neighbors mailboxes. I'm so excited to show a little love without them knowing it was me! BIC Mark-It™ has lots of great Merry Marking ideas. You can click the link below to get more ideas out of their digital pdf booklet. The booklet contains inspirational ideas that you can create for your home or for your loved ones. Don't forget to stop by and get the booklet of merry marking and a coupon to start marking gifts for your loved ones today! I would love it if you showed off your BIC Mark-It™ Merry … [Read more...]
Campbell’s New V8 Protein Shakes and Bars for Busy Moms! #LoveV8Protein #CollectiveBias #ad
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #LoveV8Protein #CollectiveBias Campbell's New V8 Protein Shakes and Bars for Busy Moms! My life is crazy! I wake up every morning at 4:30am at get two kids that I watch for my cousin. At 6:30am I get another child who I watch for a friend. Then at 8:00am I take my cousins kid to school. After I get home my day is filled with babies, homeschooling my daughter, cleaning, church meetings, lesson planning, cooking meals, making grocery lists, writing reviews, sending out emails, planning church lessons, making church visits and more. There is honestly not enough time in the day! Some of you might remember that at the beginning of the year I made a vow that I would be a healthier me. This included eating less junk, working out more, and making sure I get in a Good-for-you breakfast. The downfall with my breakfast is that I am so busy. It is easy to prepare meals for the kids … [Read more...]
Monroe and Main Holiday Event + $104 Prize Package Giveaway #MMHolidayFashion
This is a Fashionista Event Opportunity, and is hosted by Still Blonde after all these YEARS and Modly Chic. Monroe and Main Holiday Event + $104 Prize Package Giveaway All of my close family and friends will tell you that I am an avid dress wearer. I wear dresses every single day. I find them comfortable and relaxing. Honestly wearing a dress is as comfortable to me as wearing PJ's. I also love how easily I can accessorize and completely change up the look of my dresses. Especially the new dress I received from Monroe and Main! Recently I was sent the Perfect Fall Knit Dress in Burgundy from Monroe and Main. I love wearing reds, pinks and burgundy during the holidays! It always feels so festive! Plus I knew that this dress would fit my style perfectly as I can dress it up or dress it down with just a few accessories. The day that the dress arrived I could not wait to try it on. It fit perfectly. The material is stretchy, comfortable and the empire waist … [Read more...]
Easy Meals for Dinner Parties & Chocolate Peppermint Cheesecake! #HolidayMadeSimple #CollectiveBias #Ad
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #HolidayMadeSimple #CollectiveBias Easy Meals for Dinner Parties & Chocolate Peppermint Cheesecake! I live in one of the biggest towns in the state. Because of this I always get unexpected out of town family. They love coming here to shop. Especially around the Holidays. That is why I always have quick and easy meals from Walmart like Stouffer's on hand at all times. Recently I had a quick and easy dinner party at my house. I knew that I was going to be going away for the holiday's this year and I wanted to make sure that I did not miss out on seeing my family and friends before I left. Thanks to Walmart, Stouffer's and Nestle I was able to focus more on my family and friends and less on the holiday recipes I was making. I decided to make a Stouffer's Lasagna for dinner. It was a hit! With the lasagna I made some garlic bread, salad, sugar cookies and I was also able to … [Read more...]
DIY Graham Cracker Houses & Peanut Butter Cheesecake Recipe! #PBandG #CollectiveBias #Yippee #ad
**This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. DIY Graham Cracker Houses & Peanut Butter Cheesecake Recipe! I love the Holiday's! It is a time to spend with family and friends, share stories, make memories...oh and of course decorate and bake your favorite Holiday Recipes for loved ones! Recently my family and I decided to build fun #PBandG Graham Cracker Houses and as dessert I made a Skippy Peanut Butter Cheesecake to go with it! Our family filled Holiday Night really got us in the mood for Christmas. I am so glad #CollectiveBias encouraged me to make one again this year. It was so much fun making our house and we enjoyed every last bite of the Peanut Butter Cheesecake! Yum! Every year my family and I spend family time together building a Holiday House. We loving coming up with new designs and decorations each and every year. Plus they are so fun to eat later! Last night my husband, daughter and I got out all … [Read more...]
Host a Stress Free Dinner Party with Tai Pei + Firecracker Dipping Sauce! #TaiPeiGoodFortune #CollectiveBias #ad
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. Host a Stress Free Dinner Party with Tai Pei + Firecracker Dipping Sauce! As most of you know I love hosting dinner parties for my friends and family. I enjoy having guests over and making memories with my loved ones. The only down fall to some of the parties is the time and stress of the cooking. There is already a lot that goes into planning, decorating, inviting...etc.... That is why when I host a party my "go-to" appetizers are Restaurant-Inspired Tai Pei Egg Rolls and Spring Rolls! Thanks to #CollectiveBias and #TaiPeiGoodFortune I was able to put together a little Asian inspired dinner party for a few of my friends. Before the party I made my grocery list and headed to Walmart. The Tai Pei Egg Rolls and Spring rolls are located in the freezer section of your local Walmart. I knew exactly where to go because we purchase these every single week. They are … [Read more...]
My “Leap Into Gaming” MommyParty with LeapTV #MommyParties #LeapTV
**This post is sponsored by MommyParties and LeapTV My “Leap Into Gaming” MommyParty with LeapTV If you have been shopping recently you might have noticed a new product on the shelves. LeapTV is the new gaming system put out by Leap Frog for children ages 3 to 8. Thanks to MommyParty and Leap Frog I was sent a LeapTV kit to review with a few of my friends and their kiddos. We all loved this active video game system. It is a gaming system that will get the kids off the couch and moving! Plus the LeapTV puts them right on the TV screen! The kids loved it seeing themselves moving and dancing around. Every time they played this game they felt like the star of the show! The LeapTV comes with a library of 100+ LeapFrog games that are educational and fun. Plus you can purchase other fun game cartridges, downloads and videos. Having a blast with our #LeapTV #MommyParties A video posted by Krista (@heavenlysavings) on Nov 11, 2014 at 4:28pm PST When … [Read more...]
DIY Reindeer Lollipops
DIY Reindeer Lollipops As most of you know I love doing fun crafts with my daughter. With Christmas just a month away we have been focusing on fun Christmas crafts. Most recently we made these awesome Reindeer Lollipops! They were so much fun and very festive for this season. I think we will make more to pass out to the neighbors! So cute! What You Need: Lollipops candy eyes Red pompoms brown pipe cleaners Hot glue or double sided tape Directions: First start by getting your eyes and gluing them to your lollipop. (You can also use double sided tape if your hot glue will melt the lollipop wrapper. Then get your red pompom and hot glue that where the nose should be at the bottom in between the eyes. Let that sit and settle for a moment. Now get your pipe cleaners and bend and twist them into antlers. I twisted one pipe cleaner around the lollipop bottom and then made two smaller ones by folding that part in half and twisting the … [Read more...]
Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Reality Shock! Review
** I was set a copy of this book for the purpose of this review. However my own opinion was used and not influenced in any way. Ripley's Believe It or Not! Reality Shock! Review My daughter is an avid reader. She especially loves books with random facts. Her little brain is like a sponge when she reads fact books and she will remember those facts forever. She loves to bring up the random facts she learns at the most inopportune time...but I am so proud of her for her thirst for knowledge and I am amazed at her ability to remember every. single. thing. that she reads! Recently I was sent a copy of Ripley's Believe It or Not Reality Shock for the purpose of this review. I knew that this book would be a hit with my daughter. This book is filled with fun, weird, and educational random facts about this world. To be honest this book has not left my daughters side for the past two weeks. She loves everything about this book from the animal facts to the tattooed eyes. The … [Read more...]