This post was sponsored by DAV. All opinions are my own. #DAV #DonatetoDAV Ever since I was a child, I’d hear stories about my great grandfather and his time in the military. I loved hearing all the stories, and I always thought about the many veterans who’ve served for our country, only to end up in need years later. When I heard about the DAV Spare Change program, I couldn’t help but look into it a bit further to find out how it worked and what it would do for veterans, especially those who could use the extra support during trying times. Upon researching the program, I found out that I could make purchases as I normally would, round up to the nearest dollar, and donate my spare change to a good cause for veterans. Rounding Up With Ease If you’re anything like me, … [Read more...]
4 Tips for Taking Care of Your First Family Pet
It’s a tale as old as time. After months of listening to your kids’ begging, pleading, and surprisingly persuasive arguments, you finally caved and got them the pet they’ve been wanting. Your family is delighted, but they don’t fully grasp the responsibility that comes along with pet ownership. Fortunately, you’re ready to do the hard work (as always). If this is your first family pet, there are a few things you’ll need to know before diving in. Read on for four helpful pet ownership tips—and maybe try to pass a few along to the kids if they’re willing to listen. #1 They Need Their Shots And not the kind that comes with salt and lime. Whether your new pet is still a baby, or you’ve adopted an older animal, the first thing you should check is their … [Read more...]
4 Mistakes to Avoid When Starting a New Business
Everyone makes mistakes. Unfortunately, not all mistakes are made equal. A typo when texting is a lot less catastrophic than failing to budget your company’s finances. All entrepreneurs run into hurdles—but some issues should be avoided at all costs. If you want to make sure your budding company runs as smoothly as possible, or the blog you decided to start succeeds, read on for four mistakes to avoid in your new business venture! 4 Mistakes to Avoid When Starting a New Business #1 Getting Ahead of Yourself When you start a new business, it’s crucial to keep things small at first. If your company expands beyond its current means, you run the risk of overspending on expenses like: Too many employees Too large of an office space Too much … [Read more...]
20 Top Gift Ideas for New Homeowners
Do you have a new homeowner in your life? These are the top gift ideas for new homeowners that they will love and they will help personalize their home! Looking for more gift idea? We have a huge list of gift ideas for everyone on your list! 20 Top Gift Ideas for New Homeowners I remember buying our first house, it was less than a year ago! Being a military family until then our decor was a lot of hodgepodge items so even though we have been here almost a year we are still decorating and looking for the perfect items for certain walls. These personalized gifts would have been welcome (though we got some great ones too!) Related: 27 Perfect Gift Ideas for Coffee Lovers For All Budgets Think of the things you need or wanted in your house when you first moved in, a place for your … [Read more...]
Disney’s Frozen Gift Ideas
Frozen is still wildly popular and well a lot of us moms are running out of ideas to keep our Frozen fans happy. With another movie in the works, I don't expect the Frozen Frenzy to die down anytime soon with the new movie coming out in the, not too distant future. These Frozen Gift Ideas are perfect for your Disney Frozen fans! Disney's Frozen Gift Ideas Let's dive in! This Frozen Backpack with Assorted Hair Accessories is perfect for your little one to enjoy playing with her hair, your hair, the dog's hair... Complete with a bag to hold it all. This Disney Frozen Little Kingdom Elsa's Frozen Castle is perfect for a little pretend to play and will keep your little one out of trouble for a little while. A little memory match is perfect for developing minds. Check out … [Read more...]
Pioneer Woman Gift Idea From The Pioneer Woman Mercantile
I'm sure you have heard of The Pioneer Woman. You can't help but love her shows, they are a great mix of food and ranch life, my daughter loves them. Plus her food is amazing. So while thinking of gifts this year I made this list of Pioneer Woman Gift Ideas with my daughter in mind. Many are sold at The Pioneer Woman Mercantile and also online at Amazon or Walmart. If you are looking for more gift guides we have a huge list of gift guides for everyone on your list! Pioneer Woman Gift Idea From The Pioneer Woman Mercantile 1. Come and Get It Cookbook - One of her newer cookbooks but really any of her cookbooks (or all of them) would make a great gift. 2. Flea Market Batter Bowl - It's bright and fun and the Flea Market pattern is one of the more popular ones. 3. … [Read more...]
20 Magical Gifts for Harry Potter Fans
All these years later Harry Potter still has a cult following! So if you are looking for gifts for Harry Potter fans we got you covered! Here are 20 items they are sure to love! 20 Magical Gifts for Harry Potter Fans Harry Potter Desk Calendar - No office desk is complete without a calendar. It's a great way to personalize your space. Harry Potter Coloring Book - Coloring books are a great way to de-stress. Harry Potter Hybrid Bag - This is such a cute handbag! Complete 8-Film Collection on Blu-Ray - Every Harry Potter in Blu-Ray. Happiness In the Darkest of Times Art - Perfect to class up any decor! Slytherin Wrap Bracelet - This makes a great stocking stuffer. Related: Chip and Joanna Gaines Farmhouse Style Decor Gift … [Read more...]
Mermaid Gift Ideas – The Ultimate Mermaid Gift Guide
Need some mermaid gift ideas? Something about mermaids has everyone captivated as of late. Much like fairies a few years ago mermaids are everywhere and women of any age are fascinated. Personally, I am in love with the mermaid scale sequin trend and the blue colors that go with them! Something about flipping them back and forth that is so satisfying. These mermaid gift ideas will help you find something for every mermaid fan on your list. Mermaid Gift Ideas My kindergartener is currently obsessed with mermaids. So for the holidays, we are stocking up mermaid items for her and mom even on some mermaid decor for the house! Here are some of the mermaid gift ideas we found! How pretty is this Swimming Mermaid for a bathroom wall? I love this "Mermaid Kisses and Starfish … [Read more...]
Disney Cars Gift Guide
Disney did it again with The new Cars 3 movie. This is the Ultimate Disney Cars Gift Guide. With the same lovable characters back again Cars fans take off on a new adventure to the biggest race in the Piston Cup. This story encourages kids to keep going even when it looks like they are out of the game. These new additions are perfect for ramping up the game for your Cars fans collection. If you have a Cars fan in your home or know someone who does this Disney Cars Gift Guide is perfect as a go-to for gift ideas. Disney Cars Gift Guide Snag a copy of Cars 3 With Bonus Content and be the coolest mom on the block! This simple Disney Cars 3 Deluxe Figure Play Set lets your little one get into the action on the go with all the new friends. Related: Spooktacular … [Read more...]
Chip and Joanna Gaines Farmhouse Style Decor Gift Ideas
Right now the farmhouse style decor is really big, and I can see why because I love it! This decor is a mix of rustic, warm, and cozy and takes you back to s simpler time. Because of this the decor is really popular and makes a great gift! Chip and Joanna Gaines Farmhouse Style Decor Gift Ideas This guide was inspired by Chip and Joanna Gaines farmhouse style on the HGTV show Fixer Upper. Funny story When I had my daughter that weekend was a Fixer Upper Marathon on TV, and it's all I watched at the hospital. Needless to say, I was addicted after that! Well, now Chip and Joanna have a new line of farmhouse style decor at Target called, Harth & Hand by Magnolia. Magnolia is their farm names, their business name and the name of their shop in Waco … [Read more...]
Budget-Friendly Gifts for Your Guy this Christmas
The holiday season can be the most wonderful time of the year, but it can also unfortunately be the costliest. We’re getting down to the wire, and if you haven’t secured a gift for the special guy in your life, you might be starting to sweat—well, ladies, worry no longer. Showing your fella how much he means to you shouldn’t mean draining your bank account, so I’ve come up with a variety of ideas to help you keep to the budget while finding a present he will adore. Budget-Friendly Gifts for Your Guy this Christmas A DIY Present There’s really no better gift for a loved one than those that you make yourself. You don’t have to be an artist extraordinaire—a DIY gift could be as simple as a coupon book of fun tasks and treats you’ll give your guy whenever he decides to cash them in … [Read more...]
25 Stocking Stuffer Ideas for $1 or Less
Stocking stuffers don't have to cost an arm and a leg. These are just fun trinkets and really get overshadowed by candy at least as far as kids are concerned. So don't spend a ton of money on them. Here are 25 items that cost $1 or less, #25 was always my favorite! Many of these items can be picked up at the Dollar Store along with lots of candy to stuff the stocking with! 25 Stocking Stuffer Ideas for $1 or Less 1. Hand Sanitizer 2. Travel Size Tissue 3. Chewing Gum 4. Mini Notebook 5. Holiday Pencils 6. Holiday Erasers 7. Travel Size Lotion 8. Coloring Books 9. Candy Bars 10. Chapstick 11. Socks 12. Hair accessories 13. Nail Polish 14. Nail Files 15. Miniature Toy Cars 16. Playing Cards 17. Mini Washi Tape … [Read more...]
