Donate $1 to March of Dimes with Your Cute Kid’s Photo

June 13, 2013 By 4 Comments

Enter the March of Dimes IMBORNTO Contest and Do Social Good The day Maddilyn was born was one of the happiest days of my life. I still remember that first instant that she left my body and came into the world. In books they sometimes describe an experience as "the entire earth fell away." That's truly what happened to me. The earth fell away leaving me only aware of my husband and daughter. I remember the instant she was pulled from me, my husband made an indescribable sound. It was as if … [Read more...]

Recipe for Kids: Peanut Butter, Strawberry and Bananas Quesadillas

June 6, 2013 By 4 Comments

Promote Proper Early Nutrition with this Fruit Quesadilla Recipe How many times have you argued with your kids at the dinner table about eating their veggies? Have you ever smuggled veggies into a dish, hoping the kids won't know they're in there? I'm guilty of adding shredded carrots to my spaghetti sauce, or making tacos with a meat substitute. We all know vegetables are good for us, but did you know that proper early nutrition in children impacts their ability to learn, and eventually what … [Read more...]

Get Dressed and Fight Cancer With Ford Warriors in Pink

June 6, 2013 By 5 Comments

Cancer, is an ugly word. It's an even uglier disease. My Mom fought breast cancer three times during her 62 years on earth. My Aunt (mom's older sister) fought breast cancer twice, and lost her battle earlier this month. Mom's oldest sister , was diagnosed with breast cancer in November at the age of 80, and had a mastectomy a few days before Thanksgiving. Even though I've not had cancer, the fight to beat cancer, and find a cure is very important to me. I want to do my part, and hope that my … [Read more...]

Find The Perfect Art, Music or Academic Tutors For Your Child

May 23, 2013 By 3 Comments

As a parent the idea of planning my child's education causes some angst. I've spent more time researching pre-, secondary and high schools for her than I ever did applying to colleges. What quickly became evident is that schools have been as much effected by our economies recession as anyone. Budgets are being cut across the board and the sad reality is that enrichment classes such as music and arts are the some of the first to go. Classes sizes are becoming larger, increasing the student to … [Read more...]

Show A Mom Some Love With Johnson’s Baby Cares on Mother’s Day

May 10, 2013 By 5 Comments

I participated in a campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for JOHNSON's Baby. I received a promotional item as a thank you for participating. I've been a full-time college student, and a part-time student juggling a full-time job. For several years, I worked with family, and was Director of Operations for a healthcare staffing company, on call 24/7, including holidays. As a Regional Manager for an event marketing company, I traveled 15-20 days a month, and oversaw 30+ full-time … [Read more...]

Anyone Can Create Change When They Harness #SocialPower

May 9, 2013 By 31 Comments

This post brought to you by Social Power. All opinions are 100% mine. You know how sometimes you have a great idea for change, you share that idea with your friends, they agree it's an awesome idea, and then nothing happens. It's so frustrating, when you know your idea is beneficial to yourself and others, but you lack the resources to implement your idea. Now, think about how they're have been times when you learned about an issue on social media, maybe someone was slighted by a company … [Read more...]

State Farm Asks You Who Should Get $25,000

April 17, 2013 By 7 Comments

I wrote this review while participating in a campaign for Mom Central Consulting on behalf of State Farm and I received a promotional item to thank me for my participation. In every community there are needs big and small. Maybe the animal shelter's are over capacity and animals are being killed, or your urban area is in need of repair. Maybe the park on the corner has old equipment and is no longer a safe place for kids to play. Throughout the country there are individuals and groups that … [Read more...]

You Don’t Have To Be A Superhero To “Make-A-Wish” Take-off #WorldWishDay

April 17, 2013 By

If you don't know how the Make A Wish foundation began, the story is one of the most inspiring stories you'll ever hear. It began thirty years ago after a seven year old boy with Leukemia, Chris Grecius, wished he could be a police officer for a day. When those involved witnessed the joy and laughter it brought Chris and his family, they thought about the possibilities of making other children's wishes and dreams come true. So together, they founded the Chris Greicius … [Read more...]

We Are What We Eat: Support the Organic Farm Bill

April 11, 2013 By 12 Comments

Maybe you've heard the saying "you are what you eat" enough times that its lost its meaning. I am reminded several times a day, when I change the diapers on my 2.5 year old son. Blueberries, corn, raisins, and a whole lot of YUCK! But if something positive can come from changing diapers, its definitely changed my attitude, and choices about what I eat. Maybe just wanting to be healthier wasn't enough motivation, but visual proof of what goes in, is what comes out, has made me a … [Read more...]

Johnson & Johnson Donate a Photo App Helps Make a Difference #HealthyEssentials

April 10, 2013 By 27 Comments

This post on making a difference in the world through your own photography is brought to you by Johnson & Johnson and The Motherhood, who sent me a box of products and compensated me for my time. Opinions, experiences and photos shared here are all my own, and I hope you enjoy them. Remember back in the day, when taking a photo meant lugging a bulky camera around your neck, making sure you had extra rolls of film, and that you were using the right aperture and … [Read more...]

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