Summer time is full of travel and with our family of five that usually means driving wherever our trips take us. Airfare is just too much to add into the mix when we have to worry about lodging, food, and all the other expenses traveling brings. We use our van because it gets us there but we have to make sure it is in the best condition it can be in (which right now is debatable and why we are Read More »»
Introducing Brian from This Cookin’ Dad
I am so excited to be working with Toni. She asked me to head down to Kissimmee, FL to cover the Grand Prize announcement in the Decade of Kissimmee Memories contest. Since I had never been there before, I jumped at the opportunity! Over the next couple of weeks, I'll be sharing my experiences down there with the 5 finalist families and 14 other bloggers, but first I'd like to introduce myself Read More »»
Father’s Day Giveaway: “Because I’m Your Dad” Book
One of my favorite things about my husband are his awesome daddy abilities. After a long day of work and the kids want to play a, later than usual, game of farkle, he is willing. Spending time with them in the house, outdoors, watching their favorite movie with them, or a hearing him read a bedtime story, I fall more in love with him when I see him taking time out for our kids. Having that bond Read More »»
Last Chance Vote In The Decade Of Kissimmee Memories Contest #Kiss10 #MyKissimmee
It's no surprise that I ADORE Kissimmee, so of course I entered when Experience Kissimmee announced their Decade of Kissimmee Memories contest. Unfortunately for me (but fortunately for the ones who are finalists LOL) I wasn't chosen. However, I wanted to do my part to make sure another family has a chance to enjoy one of my absolute favorite vacation spots. So, I've been voting quite a lot Read More »»
Recipe: Lobster Grilled Cheese
During the summer one of our go to quick and easy lunch staples is a grilled cheese. This summer I am going to give it a bit of a twist for myself, thanks to this recipe by Iron Chef Marc Forgione. I will be trying the Lobster Grilled Cheese this summer. It's super easy to make and being a fan of both lobster and cheese I think this is going to be a summer staple for me. Check out the recipe Read More »»
Giveaway Linky! Share Yours, Enter Others
Happy Thursday. It's time to list those current giveaways you have going on. Please use the following format when linking up your giveaways.... Line 1: Giveaway, End Date (use * to note if adult in nature) Line 2: Url to the giveaway NOT main url *Please note failure to follow instructions will end in entry being deleted. Also this is an ongoing linky, so I delete them as they expire and carry Read More »»









