What books are you reading this summer? I’m been reading a new book by Carl B. Barney called The Happiness Experiment, out July 8, 2025. The Happiness Experiment explores how […]
Pony Express Book Review & Giveaway (Ends 2/25)
BOOKS! Oh, how I love reading books – and my kids do too. I still read books with them, especially if the books take us to fun, happy places during […]
The Unofficial ALDI Cookbook Review & Giveaway (Ends 5/3)
Baked French Toast with berries. Chicken Parmigiana. And even Poop Emoji Cupcakes with frosting! These are just a few of the recipes in The Unofficial ALDI Cookbook: Delicious Recipes Made […]
Sneaky Blends by Missy Chase Lapine (Cookbook Review)
A few years ago, I received two cookbooks as a gift: The Sneaky Chef: Simple Strategies for Hiding Healthy Foods in Kids’ Favorite Meals, and The Sneaky Chef to the […]
Twin Cities Adventure Guide – Review & Giveaway!
Have you ever wished you had a book you could page through with your family to find lists of fun things to do in the Twin Cities? Well, such a book […]
The Princess Problem: Guiding Our Girls through the Princess-Obsessed Years (Book Review)
The Princess Problem: Guiding Our Girls through the Princess-Obsessed Years, is a new book by Rebecca C. Hains, PhD, about how to raise thriving kids in a princess-obsessed world. Having a […]
A Survival Guide to Parenting Teens – Book Review & Giveaway
As a mom of a 6-year-old and 3-year-old, you might be wondering why I’m reviewing a book about parenting teens. After all, don’t I have enough to deal with today […]
Effortless Savings: A Step-by-Step Guidebook to Saving Money Without Sacrifice (Book Review)
Recently our family has been hit with numerous home and auto repair expenses. I know that anyone who has a house or car knows how burdensome those kinds of expenses […]
All You Need Is Less Book Review & Giveaway
Recently I was invited to participate in a blog tour and review of a new book called All You Need Is Less: The Eco-Friendly Guide to Guilt-Free Living and Stress-Free […]
Minnesota Farmers Market Cookbook Review & Giveaway
It’s almost time for the outdoor Farmers Market season in Minnesota and I can’t wait! I love browsing markets, especially the Minneapolis Farmers Markets on weekends when the place is […]
Ninja, Ninja, Never Stop! Children’s Book Review
Ninja small, Ninja large Ninja duck, Ninja charge. Ninja run, Ninja chop Ninja, Ninja never stop! Ninja, Ninja, Never Stop is a fun children’s book for preschoolers ages 2-5, published […]
The Joy of Financial Security by Donna Skeels Cygan – Book Review
There are many financial books out there – about money management, investing, paying off debt, and frugal living. I’ve read dozens of these, but never anything quite like The Joy […]
The Mommy MD Guide to Losing Weight and Feeling Great – Book Review
Not long ago I shared information about a new book called The Mommy MD Guide to Losing Weight and Feeling Great. I received the eBook version of the book for review which I’ve been […]
A Mom’s Guide to Home Organization Book can help with New Year’s resolutions
This year probably my biggest goal is to GET ORGANIZED. This past year for me was busy in so many ways and as a result, I’ve fallen behind with a […]
Alphablock Children’s Book Review & GIVEAWAY (Great Gift Idea)
“There’s a new ABC book on the block…ALPHABLOCK!” My kids and I have been enjoying our own review copy of a new children’s book called Alphablock. It’s a fun book […]