by Nicole Etolen | Jul 25, 2017 | Pets, Gift Ideas
Love dogs and want the world to know it? You’re going to adore these fun gifts that let you show off your inner crazy dog mom! Check them out! As some of you know, I don’t just own and write Pretty Opinionated, I’m also editor and writer for a few...
by Nicole Etolen | Jul 24, 2017 | Pets
How do you keep your high-energy dog safe AND satisfied on blazing hot summer days? Trust me, it’s definitely a challenge! As a proud pet parent to an extremely active Pharaoh Hound, though, I’ve learned a few tricks this summer to satisfy Freya’s...
by Nicole Etolen | Jul 21, 2017 | Health & Beauty
Do you have a pulse oximeter in your home? No? Why not? Seriously, it’s something every home should have as part of a basic first aid kit! Today I’m going to tell you a little about why you need one and share a little about my personal favorite pulse ox...
by Nicole Etolen | Jul 20, 2017 | Gift Ideas
Love pineapples? Like REALLY love them? Why not show off your adoration with some of these insanely cute pineapple gift ideas on Etsy? Whether you’re hinting to your significant other for a gift idea for your birthday or looking for something cute to pick up for...
by Nicole Etolen | Jul 18, 2017 | Yummy, For the Home
About a month ago, I got a super cool Yonanas Maker for review and I’ve been obsessed with it ever since. Guys, I tell you, I don’t think I’ve ever bought this many bananas. I’m practically supporting the entire industry! When I’m done...
by Nicole Etolen | Jul 12, 2017 | Books
I partnered with Artisan Books to share The Haven’s Kitchen Cooking School book by Alison Cayne, an incredible new cookbook that’s so much more than just a collection of recipes. If, like me, you lack confidence in the kitchen, this is THE book you need!...
by Nicole Etolen | Jul 10, 2017 | Books
Want your kids to read more classic literature? Give them options that actually appeal to them! I’ve partnered with Dover Books to bring you 10 captivating science fiction and fantasy books for middle graders that actually make reading classic lit fun!...
by Nicole Etolen | Jul 6, 2017 | Lifestyle, Yummy
BBQs are one of my favorite things about summer! Food just seems to taste extra tasty when it cooked on a grill, don’t you think? My husband loves cooking out, so we eat a lot BBQ food! Plus, my family has thrown more than its share of outdoor parties over the...
by Nicole Etolen | Jul 4, 2017 | Lifestyle, Entertainment
Whatever happened to ice-cream socials? They were like THE thing to do back in the day, weren’t they? I’ve never actually been to one, but I totally think it’s time to bring them back! I even found some super cute and fun party essentials to really...
by Nicole Etolen | Jun 30, 2017 | For the Home, Health & Beauty
This post was sponsored by Lasko. All opinions expressed in my post are my own. There are two stages in a woman’s life when hormones can make summer without central AC absolutely miserable: pregnancy and menopause. One gives you a sweet little bundle of joy when...