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I am 1 of the Friendly 15 at Build-A-Bear!

I couldn’t be more pleased to announce that I will be joining the Friendly 15 at Build-A-Bear!  In 2010, I had the honor of meeting the brand’s CEB (Chief Executive Bear), Maxine Clark, at the Disney Social Media Moms Conference who was incredibly inspirational and made me love Build-A-Bear even more.  Now, I get to … Read more

How to Host a Mardi Gras Party (from a NOLA Native)

Here in New Orleans, Carnival is in full swing!  Parades are rolling, bands and marching and the food is plentiful as we await the coming of Mardi Gras Day.  Want to bring the Mardi Gras spirit to your part of the world?  Just follow these easy steps and “Laissez Bon Temps Rouler!” 1.  Invite the … Read more

Seven?!?

Seven short years ago, my baby girl was placed in my arms.  I fell instantly in love. Seven short years ago, I looked into her eyes.  I became a Mom. Seven short years ago, my husband kissed her forehead.  We became a family. Lily, it is hard to believe that I didn’t know you seven … Read more

Six Steps to Saving BIG at the Grocery without Extreme Couponing

There has been much discussion lately among my family and friends about the economy.  In our circle, we have seen job loss, career change, salary cuts, and other circumstances that have caused many of us to take a long, hard look at what we spend and how we spend it.  Whenever my husband and I … Read more

Caramel Cream Cheese Apple Party Dip {Recipe}

Today we hosted my daughter’s 7th birthday party (where did the time go?).  I first tasted this recipe at a friend’s New Year’s Eve Party and I was hooked; I had to have the recipe!  It is super easy to make and only took a total of ten minutes…no kidding! Enjoy! [gmc_recipe 10814]

My Top 5 Inspirational Quotes Found on Pinterest

After 17 years in Federal Service as a biological lab technician for the U.S. Department of Agriculture, my project lost it’s funding due to government cutbacks and I was “involuntarily separated.”  I am faced now with a huge decision….look for employment within my field or try to take a totally different career path.  I have … Read more