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Under the Cherry Blossoms with Bokksu

Since having my two children I haven't been able to travel as much as I used to. One of my favorite things about traveling was trying different cuisines.  One of the places I have always longed to visit is Japan. When I learned about Bokksu a subscription box service which delivers a curated mix of gourmet, traditional, and longtime family-favorite snacks directly from Japan, I knew I had to give Keep Reading >>

Once Again Nut Butter Amoré Hazelnut Spread

I received this product for free from Moms Meet to use and post my honest opinions.  Compensation for this post was provided and this page may contain affiliate links. Once upon a time, I purchased a well-known brand of chocolate spread. However, when I found out a third of it was made up of fat and 58% was sugar I was shocked and saddened. So off I went to try to find a better alternative and Keep Reading >>

Go Bananas with Entenmann’s Little Bites Banana Muffins

    Entenmann's® has been featured many times via our blog. We love the nostalgia Entenmann's® products that so many people have grown up loving. This year Entenmann's® is celebrating its 120th birthday and continues to add to their line up of delicious products. In fact, they just released their latest product, Little Bites® Banana Muffins which are now available nationwide. Little Keep Reading >>

Luau Kalamaku Kauai

I moved around a lot when I was a kid. I went to 4 different elementary schools and it was hard to adjust as a little person. The one thing that was always constant in my life was Kauai. We spent every summer of my life there when I was growing up. I did get to spend all of Junior High at one school but then we moved to Kauai full time when I was in high school. I never know what to say when Keep Reading >>

The First Pound Is The Hardest

I lost a pound last week. I've lost weight before, sure. In fact in any given month I fluctuate within about three pounds, gaining and losing without anything conscious on my part. But this was different. This time I lost that pound on purpose. Motivated by my annual medical exam, an upcoming birthday (a milestone one at that,) and a family trip to Hawaii coming this fall, I set out Keep Reading >>

Lifestyle Change with Hood Calorie Countdown

This post was sponsored by Hood as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own. Last month I shared about Hood Calorie Countdown. If you didn't get to read the post you can read it here or read my refresher below. Hood Calorie Countdown is a milky smooth dairy beverage that is made from a delicious blend of ultra-filtered milk, Keep Reading >>

Change your Lifestyle with Hood Calorie Countdown

This post was sponsored by Hood as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own.    We know that living a healthy lifestyle is important for our physical and mental well being. However, living day to day while trying to make healthy choices can be quite a difficult task. Life can throw curveballs and we get off our schedules. There are Keep Reading >>

Recipe: Apple Cinnamon Crumb Muffins

Spring is almost here, Friends! I love when the weather starts to warm up a bit. I spent the afternoon playing outside with my kiddos in the sunshine today, but there was still a slight chill in the air. It forced us in and one of the best ways to warm up your body is to fill your belly with delicious home baked goods. This recipe is one my sweet babies often ask for. They're spoiled in the way Keep Reading >>

Cookie Decorating-FUN for the Whole Family

    My children and I love watching baking shows together. Whenever there is a snow day or they have extra time before bed we snuggle up and watch a show. I guess all of these shows are inspiring them because lately, my kids have shown a desire to learn how to decorate baked goods. Now not to toot my own horn but I will say I am a pretty decent baker. I have many tried and true recipes Keep Reading >>

Flavor Your Life

I received this product for free from Moms Meet (momsmeet.com) to use and post my honest opinions. Compensation for this post was provided and this page may contain affiliate links. You may think that all extra virgin olive oil is the same but I am here to tell you that notion is quite false. I am excited to introduce you to 'The Flavor of Your Life' campaign. The campaign educates North Keep Reading >>