As the new year begins, many of us are facing the reality of a relationship shift with our parents. Recent statistics indicate that over 40 million people will transition into the role of caregiver for your parents. I am no exception. And while my parents don’t physically need me right now, they need to know they can live life fearlessly because they can count on me. Likewise, … [Read more...]
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40 and Older Club: Here’s How to Live Your Best Life…Even with Bladder Leaks
Happy Bladder Health Awareness Month! So you are probably wondering: What is this, why I should care, and why are you so happy about it? Well, 40 million American women over the age of 40 are affected in some way by a sensitive bladder such as bladder leaks. Bladder Health Awareness month is helping to raise awareness about this common experience and helping to de-stigmatize … [Read more...]
3 Ways To Help End Period Poverty #EndPeriodPoverty
“Wow!! I've heard about this in other countries....I shouldn't be surprised it happens in the states too!” That’s what a friend posted on my Facebook page when I announced that I would be helping Always raise awareness of American girls’ lack of access to period products (known as period poverty). And to be honest, it’s exactly what I thought too. But did you know that … [Read more...]
Open Water Safety: 3 Ways to Make Sure Your Kids Have Fun and Stay Safe
*This is a sponsored post by Nationwide on open water safety. All opinions are my own. I’m not the best swimmer. In fact, I’m self-taught. Basically, if I jump into the deep end of the pool, I’m not stopping until I reach the other side. Not only that, but my swimming looks funnier than it sounds because my arms flail everywhere as though I am swimming for my life. But not … [Read more...]
5 Ways to Inspire Girls to “Stick with STEM”
I have a confession to make. I love math and I don’t care who knows it! I also love the look on people’s faces when they find out I have a bachelors degree in Math and a masters in Electrical Engineering. They’re almost always super impressed…like I’m some sort of genius - lol! But since I’m being honest, I must admit that I was not always proud of my aptitude for STEM fields … [Read more...]
Don’t Judge Me: 3 Things I Find Oddly Satisfying About Spring Cleaning
There is nothing more satisfying than being in a clean home, except, maybe, being in a clean home during the spring season. And since I received a Clorox® spring cleaning kit in the mail yesterday, I am looking forward to getting started with my spring cleaning early this year. Don’t Judge Me Don’t judge me, but my home is just not as clean as it used to be. It’s not that … [Read more...]
3 Things I Always Buy on Amazon… And It’s a Game Changer
Shopping on Amazon has literally been a game changer for me. And that’s no exaggeration! Hear me out… Before Amazon, I was always late with birthday gifts. Me: “Hey Dad…happy birthday. I’m sorry but your gift will be there next week. You’re going to love it!” Dad: “OKAY Ronnie…. I’ll look out for it.” After Amazon, the conversation goes like this: Me: “Hi Dad. … [Read more...]
5 Things I Wish I Knew About My Body Before Having Babies
I have a confession to make. Last summer was the first time in almost 15 years that I was brave enough to wear a bikini. After having 4 kids, I was unhappy with my body and didn’t want to show all of my imperfections (i.e. my belly rolls, stretch marks, thigh dimples, leg veins etc.). But last year, I put all my insecurities aside, and I had a new-found confidence about my … [Read more...]
7 Ways to Boost Your Teen Girls’ Confidence with a Modern-Day Twist
When I look at my daughters, I think “If I was half as pretty, smart and talented as they are now, I would have been dangerous in high school.” The problem with that statement is that I was just as pretty, smart and talented in high school, but I did not realize it and I really lacked confidence in myself. And no matter how great we think our kids are, they must know this … [Read more...]
#Boxtumes: 4 Easy Steps to Create a Playing Card Halloween Costume Made with a Box
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Amazon. The opinions and text are all mine. You would think, since our kids are getting older, we would be phasing out of Halloween. But each year, we find more and more ways to have fun together as a family. This year, we made costumes out of boxes and supplies that we had sitting around the house and office. This … [Read more...]
Home Fire Drills: 3 Easy Steps that Could Save Your Family’s Life
All this month, I have been spreading the word about Home Fire Drill Day which is on October 14th, 2017. To be honest, I had never heard about Home Fire Drill Day until I was asked by Nationwide to help spread the word about it. But when I learned more about Nationwide's Make Safe Happen program, I thought "Duh.... our kids are practicing fire drills at school so why wouldn't … [Read more...]
Quick & Easy Penne Pasta Recipe and 2 Tips to a Happy Wife
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Barilla® The opinions and text are all mine. During summer vacation, dinnertime meals are mostly a free-for-all. We don't plan meals and we don't consistently cook either. But now that school is back in session, my wife and I are back to alternating dinner duties. (Happy Wife Tip #1: Sharing household duties with … [Read more...]
Why Every Parent in America Should Know about Home Fire Drill Day
I hate to admit this...but sometimes my kids behave just like me, especially when it comes to some of my more “embarrassing or quirky” behaviors. You see, I am always tripping, falling, getting startled, screaming, and running around the house in circles when scary movies are on or when I see bugs or lizards. And when our kids exhibit such behaviors, you can find my husband … [Read more...]
Review: 3 Very Good Reasons to See The LEGO NINJAGO Movie on September 22!
My oldest daughter and I just came back from an awesome trip where we spent some much needed quality time together. We were invited by Warner Bros. Pictures to LEGOLAND, outside of San Diego, Ca for a special advance screening of "The LEGO NINJAGO Movie". And you're probably thinking, it's a LEGO® movie, why didn't you take one of your younger daughters. Well...besides … [Read more...]
Calling All Parents – Chuck E. Cheese’s Has a Message for You!
Chuck E. Cheese's has been making some serious changes and they have something special for the parents. But before I tell you what it is, I want to make it very clear that their mission has and always will be to make kids happy...hence the slogan "Where a kid can be a kid." With that being said, parents are being asked to rediscover Chuck E. Cheese's. They have made … [Read more...]