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Add FUN to your Coffee with Folgers Flavors | Enter to Win Folgers Flavors Samples

by Karen Mendes | Fall, Giveaways, Product Review | 25 Comments

“I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for Folgers. I received product samples to facilitate my review and a promotional item to thank me for my participation.” I will be the first person to admit that I am not a morning person. My family knows this too. They don't like it but what can you do. We all have our best times of the day and our worst times of the day. My worst is first thing in the morning and my best is mid afternoon. The rest is all in between! Unfortunately, like most of you, I can't avoid the early mornings. While my commute to work isn't very long (my office is at home!), my kids go to school so I must be up and ready to help...

You can #BeActiv with Viactiv and get the Calcium you Need for Strong Bones

by Karen Mendes | Product Review | 0 Comments

The older I get the more I realize how much I need calcium for bones. This is the only body I'm ever going to have and the better I take care of it now, the better it will be as it ages. I was shocked when I heard that 68% of women have a calcium deficiency but even worse, According to a 2010 study published in The Journal of Nutrition, 86% of teen girls have a diet deficient in calcium. As a mother of a pre-teen, this scares me! My girls watch my every move. They always have and the older they get, the more I realize how my role as their mom, has impacted how they are today. And that will continue on through adulthood. Considering that my girls and I are very close, they'll be by...

Read about my #LifeAfterLeaks with the New Poise Impressa {and a coupon!}

by Karen Mendes | Printable Coupons, Product Review | 3 Comments

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. You must be 21+ years old to try Poise Impressa Bladder Supports. #LifeAfterLeaks #CollectiveBias Over the summer, I took my 8-year-old to a local trampoline park. She had been before with friends but it was my first time going. I was pretty excited because to be honest, I've never EVER jumped on a trampoline before and I've always wanted to. It's like the little kid in me came out and I just could not wait to get there! Once we arrived I got a little nervous. While it looked easy, it also looked a little scary. I asked me 8-year-old to show me what to do (silly I know because...

Add Puffs Tissues to Your Back To School Shopping List

by Karen Mendes | Lunch Recipes, Product Review, TODAYS HOT POST | 0 Comments

This post is Sponsored by Puffs but my opinions are 100% my own! Back to School time means back to germs time. Seriously, that's one thing I look forward to at the end of the school year, no more passing germs around in school! Before my kids were in school we were hardly ever sick. Even the common cold was rare in our house. But once they hit elementary school, our immune systems got a work out. They bring EVERYTHING home. And if it's not them bringing it home, it's their friends since they are always at our house too. One thing I try to drill into my kids head is proper hand washing. If they always wash their hands, then they won't spread or get as many germs. It's been proven! ...

Best Buy Wish List and Gift Ideas Page makes Shopping Easier #GiftIdeas #WishList

by Karen Mendes | HOT Deals, Product Review | 0 Comments

Disclosure: I was compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Card for sharing this information with you. Any opinions are 100% my own. I have a few people in my family I shop for throughout the year for different events, that are those 'hard to shop for people'. Either they have everything or I have no idea what they want or need. When you become an adult, you don't go around telling people what you want for your birthday or for Christmas as the holidays approach. That would be pretty funny if we did! So when companies make gift giving easy for me, I'm all for sharing about it. Best Buy is one of them. We all use electronics and there are consistently new items in the electronics...

Kidz Bop 29 Review

by Karen Mendes | Product Review, TODAYS HOT POST | 0 Comments

We've been listening to Kidz Bop 29 for the past month and it has some great songs on it. We are huge Kidz Bop fans and their latest CD didn't disappoint the girls and I. I love how the music is all of the top songs on the radio but in a cleaned up version so my girls can listen to it. They love music but I really don't want to explain things to them any sooner than I have to. But not with Kidz Bop. The music is fun and clean! Kidz Bop 29 has a great line up of songs..... All of these songs have my girls up and dancing around at home and in their seats in the car. I love that they keep moving and have fun at the same time. Look for it in stores now or download it from...

BJ’s Wholesale Club Benefits Beyond Groceries

by Karen Mendes | Product Review, TODAYS HOT POST | 0 Comments

This post is Sponsored by BJ's WholeSale Club but my opinions are 100% my own! Did you know that BJ’s Wholesale club offers quality and value on Services for your home, business and personal needs? It pretty close to a one stop shopping trip, and not just for groceries. I knew BJ's Wholesale Club offered more than just groceries but I never really took the time to stop and really pay attention to what they had to offer until recently. I'm guessing that if I didn't know, then chances are, a lot of my readers may not either. BJ’s Wholesale Club Benefits Beyond Groceries Travel You can plan a vacation package, rent a car, book a cruise and book a hotel with BJ's Wholesale Club....

Stay on Track this Summer with Dannon® Light & Fit® Tiramisu Flavored Greek Nonfat Yogurt #IHeartTiramisu #IC (ad)

by Karen Mendes | Product Review, Summer | 0 Comments

“I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for Dannon. I received product samples to facilitate my review as well as a promotional item to thank me for my participation. All views and opinions are my own, and do not necessarily represent those of Dannon.” I have a very big sweet tooth. I feel deprived if I can't have something sweet at least twice a day. While I prefer a 'carb' sweet, I'm open to anything, as long as it's sweet! But when I'm trying to lose weight or even maintain my weight (that's what summer is all about!), I sometimes find it hard to stick to it. What makes it even harder, is we are on the go a lot in the summer. I need to keep my kids...

Stop & Shop’s Buy Local Program : Locally Sourced Produce

by Karen Mendes | Product Review | 0 Comments

This post is Sponsored by Stop & Shop but my opinions are 100% my own! There is nothing better than fresh fruits & veggies in the summer. I have a small garden and enjoy going out there each day to pick some vegetables to toss into my salad. I could spend hours out there, but my garden is small due to lack of space so really it only takes me moments. I'm limited with what I can grow but I'm grateful to live in an area that has plenty of farms to get other fresh veggies and fruits from. But even better is now I've learned that Stop & Shop buys locally through their Buy Local Program and items such as potatoes come from Young Family Farm in Little Compton, Rhode Island. We...

Add Libby’s® Fruits to your Summer Recipes & a Giveaway

by Karen Mendes | Giveaways, Product Review, Summer | 6 Comments

Disclosure: This post has been sponsored by Libby's. All opinions are mine alone and have not be swayed by outside sources. "Mom, I'm hungry!" If I had even a dime for every time I heard those words this summer, I'd be living the good life! And it's only been a couple of weeks. My kids, and their friends who are over my house most days, are consistently asking for something to eat. I like to blame it on boredom, but they are seldom bored. Perhaps they are all going through growth spurts this summer, I don't know, but I need to stock up on some healthy snacks and satisfying meals to curb their appetites. Or I may go insane! Thankfully my girls love fruit! While they also love...

McDonald’s Lobster Roll is Back In New England

by Karen Mendes | Product Review, Summer | 2 Comments

Disclosure: This post has been compensated by McDonald's. All opinions are mine alone and have not be swayed by outside sources. The kids have been out of school for 2 weeks now and we have been nonstop since then. There is always somewhere to go and something to do in the summertime. And then after we are done and home, they are outside and in the pool! Needless to say, I pretty much collapse at the end of each day. McDonald's Lobster Roll is Back In New England When we are on the go and out of the house for most of the day, we almost always stop and grab lunch somewhere quick. The last thing I want to do on a warm day, is sit inside too long at a restaurant. Our go to place...

Everything for Sun, Sand and Smiles this Summer at BJ’s Wholesale Club

by Karen Mendes | Product Review, Summer, TODAYS HOT POST | 1 Comment

This post is Sponsored by BJ's Wholesale Club but my opinions are 100% my own! Everything for Sun, Sand and Smiles this Summer at BJ's Wholesale Club School is over which means we are outside for the summer. We have a pool and lots of friends to share it with. We entertain a lot during the summer months, even during the week. My job allows me to work around fun activities with the girls and we take full advantage of those nice days, right here in our backyard! But before my summer begins, I need like to make sure I have everything we need. I'm happy that while I'm at BJ's stocking up on food and paper products, I can also get what I need for the summer. Here are my Summer Must Haves...

NEW Entenmann’s Little Bites S’mores {Giveaway}

by Karen Mendes | Giveaways, Product Review, TODAYS HOT POST | 5 Comments

This post is Sponsored by Entenmann's but my opinions are 100% my own! School is out this week which means summer is officially here! Ever since I was a kid certain things make me think of summer - foods, places, events, activities. School being out always meant summer to me. Along with going to the beach, swimming in a pool and cooking on the grill. But I will admit, even as an adult, I get giddy for those summertime desserts that we enjoy - one being S'mores! My girls love making S'mores as much as I do. We like to experiment with different chocolates too and haven't found something we don't like yet. I mean melted marshmallow + chocolate + graham crackers = Yummy Goodness!...

Curious George Back to the Jungle 3 DVD {Giveaway}

by Karen Mendes | Giveaways, Product Review, TODAYS HOT POST | 3 Comments

This post is Sponsored by Universal 1440 Entertainment but my opinions are 100% my own! Everyone’s favorite curious monkey is back! Universal 1440 Entertainment brings you the all-new full length movie debut of Curious George 3: Back to the Jungle, launching on DVD and Digital HD June 23rd! Curious George Back to the Jungle 3 This heart felt family film includes sing-alongs from the bonus features, voice talents from Angela Bassett, John Goodman, and music from the Plain White T’s. If your child loves Curious George, download a new app where Curious George can join in on your selfie! Get curious with the Brand-New Free Photo App: www.PhotoWithGeorge.com About Curious George 3: Back to the...

Enchanted Sisters: Summer’s Friendship Games Book {Giveaway}

by Karen Mendes | Giveaways, Product Review, TODAYS HOT POST | 0 Comments

This post is Sponsored by The Jim Henson Company but my opinions are 100% my own! The Jim Henson Company has teamed up with Bloomsbury Children’s Publishing to offer us a giveaway copy of their newest book release, Enchanted Sisters: Summer’s Friendship Games. It is part of a series of books and my girls love them! Autumn’s Secret Gift Winter's Flurry Adventure Spring's Sparkle Sleepover The new chapter book series, Enchanted Sisters, is for girls ages seven through nine. They tell the stories of the four sisters known as the Sparkles: Autumn, Winter, Spring and Summer who come together every three months to join their Mother Nature in a ceremony that changes the seasons in our world....

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