by Nicole Etolen | Sep 29, 2015 | Yummy
Okay, my friends, I am SUPER hyped up on on caffeine right now because I just drank like 6 real pumpkin mocha lattes to make sure I got the recipe just right. I may not be able to cook elaborate meals, but I don’t mess around when coffee is involved, especially...
by Nicole Etolen | Sep 28, 2015 | Blogging
Yesterday marked the start of Banned Books Week for 2015. It’s a pretty big deal to me because I find it incredibly disturbing that books are STILL being banned in the 21st century. Seems like something that should have gone out of style with witch hunts, or at...
by Nicole Etolen | Sep 28, 2015 | Health & Beauty
I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for the TB Blood Test. I received a promotional item to thank me for my participation. Tuberculosis testing isn’t usually at the front of our minds as parents. We worry about broken bones,...
by Nicole Etolen | Sep 25, 2015 | Lifestyle
Today is “Random Photo Friday” also known as “Nikki has a killer earache and didn’t get anything written for today, so she’s tossing up a few pictures in hopes that you’ll think it was some sort of cleverly planned meme.”...
by Nicole Etolen | Sep 24, 2015 | Yummy
Ready for some wondrous facts about tea? Here’s the first one: Did you know that there are literally endless varieties of tea out there? Think about it! Just about any edible herb can be turned into a tea, and the combinations are never-ending. I know I come...
by Nicole Etolen | Sep 23, 2015 | Kids & Family
Have you ever looked at a scooter and thought “that just doesn’t seem like much exercise?” Rockboard Scooters is about to change that! Jacob got the chance to try one out in exchange for an honest review, and so far he’s loving it. As a parent,...
by Nicole Etolen | Sep 22, 2015 | Pets
Disclosure: This post and contest is sponsored by Merial, a world-leading animal health company, providing a comprehensive range of products to enhance the health and well-being of pets, but all opinions are my own. Please see below for additional disclosure. I love...
by Nicole Etolen | Sep 22, 2015 | Social Good
Did you know that September is Hunger Action Month? I hope you did, because the 48 million people that go to bed hungry every night are really counting on you to get involved. While it’s important to get involved in helping EVERY month of the year, during...
by Nicole Etolen | Sep 22, 2015 | Kids & Family
If you’re an app addict like me, chances are you’re looking for some fun Halloween apps to fill up that “Holiday” folder you have sitting on your iPad home screen. I’ve got you covered. I spent four hours last night downloading and trying...
by Nicole Etolen | Sep 21, 2015 | Pets
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Beneful Brand Dog Food. All opinions are 100% mine. Happy National Dog Week! To celebrate, I’m sharing a little about what makes my dogs special to me every day of the year! In our house, every week is...
