Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Netflix as a part of my participation on the Netflix Stream Team. All opinions are always my own. Hey everyone! As you already know, in just a few short weeks, school will be over and summer will begin. My son will be graduating high school next month! How in the world did THAT happen? Time sure flies by fast so you must enjoy the time we have on this lovely earth of ours. That's what I keep trying to tell myself every single day. Seriously, I still … [Read more...]
Check Out What Gain Has Done to 6 New York Neighborhood Laundromats #MusicToYourNose | Plus, a Giveaway!
May 24, 2014 by
Disclosure: I participated in this campaign on behalf of Gain. I received a promotional item to facilitate this review and as a thank you item for participating. All opinions are my own. {Giveaway has ended! Thank you to all who entered. And congratulations to Sonya for winning this awesome Gain Prize Pack!} Gain has come up with a whole new level of happiness for the laundry room with their newest product, Gain Flings. The 3-in-1 benefit of Gain detergent + Oxiboost + Febreeze equals to the … [Read more...]
Eight Family Road Trip Tips to Keep You Sane this Memorial Day
May 21, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Did you know that 31.8 million Americans will be driving 50 miles or more this weekend -- up from last year’s 31.4 million and a post-recession high. Do you have any Memorial Day plans yet? We don't have definite plans this weekend but I'm sure my family and I will be doing some driving around to do something exciting. But before you head out this weekend, check out these eight great tips from Cars.com/family. 1. Get a Maintenance Check: Check your car’s oil level, tire inflation and … [Read more...]
It’s a Very Happy Mothers Day at Medieval Times ~ Mom gets in for Free!
May 6, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Disclosure: Complimentary tickets will be provided for this post. Mother’s Day is this weekend, if you haven’t noticed. ;) I’m a little late with buying gifts for the women in my life (my mom & grandma) but I’ll think of something they’ll like. They love anything I give them so I’m pretty lucky in that department. So if you haven't bought a Mother's Day gift for that special mom in your life, hurry up -- time is ticking. Remember that time we visited Medieval Times back in 2012 for my … [Read more...]
Dinosaurs are Roaring Back at the Bronx Zoo!
May 1, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Disclosure: I am a member of the Wildlife Conservation Society’s Zoo Crew. This post is part of a sponsored campaign. I received membership for my participation, but my review and opinions are my own. It's officially Spring everyone! Are you excited? I know we are! We are über ready to pack away our winter clothes and never see them again until November/December! After the brutal winter we New Yorkers have had, I'm so ready to pack the car, my family and head out to places we know and … [Read more...]
Enter The FiOS Pregame Giveaway! #SomosFiOS #ad
April 28, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Disclosure: This post is part of a sponsored campaign with Verizon FiOS (#SomosFiOS). All thoughts and opinions expressed here are 100% my own. Hello everyone! I hope you all are enjoying Spring. I am -- that's for sure! I LOVE this time of year. The flowers are blooming, the trees are budding and the birds are chirping. I'm full of love, happiness & joy! As you may already know, I've been working with Verizon FiOS to share the latest news and awesome giveaways they offer for the … [Read more...]
Blast From the Past ~ Netflix Style! And, A 3-Month Subscription Code Giveaway #TBT #StreamTeam
April 24, 2014 by
Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Netflix as a part of my participation on the Netflix Stream Team. All opinions are always my own. I don't have many memories growing up in the 70's besides the photos my mom saved throughout the years but I totally remember the 80's. I especially remember Summers in the Bronx. We would visit Roberto Clemente State Park to swim in the pool, visit the Bronx Zoo to see the animals and ride on the monorail and go to Orchard Beach to catch some rays and … [Read more...]
Wordless Wednesday: West Point From Above
April 23, 2014 by Leave a Comment
It was my first time at West Point and it won't be my last. It's BEAUTIFUL! If you've never been to West Point, you're missing out. You should visit real soon! … [Read more...]
Happy Easter All!
April 20, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Just wanted to wish everyone a Happy Easter since it's been kinda quiet around here lately. I've been under the weather for over a week. I think I developed severe allergies or have a nasty cold that just won't go away. My sinuses have been so congested since last Friday, I can hardly think. It's been rough the last week. I couldn't take another day congested so I headed out to Kmart to buy a humidifier. I'm praying it works because I can't afford to lose anymore sleep! Anyway, I'm off to … [Read more...]
{Giveaway} Universal Studios Presents, The Nut Job ~ Available on April 15th.
April 8, 2014 by
Disclosure: I received a complimentary copy of The Nut Job to facilitate this post. No other compensation was received. All opinions are truthful and 100% my own. [Giveaway closed - Congratulations to Mami2jcn for winning The Nut Job!] In support of Universal Home Entertainment’s release of The Nut Job, I wanted to share some amazing squirrel facts that are sure to blow your mind. Get to know the adorable, furry little creatures before you watch the film – available on Digital HD TODAY, April … [Read more...]
