Praises of a Wife and Mommy

Pretty sure this guy will know everything electronics before he is 5!   He took my phone and took oh about 50 pictures in only about 2 minutes.   I came back to the room and got my phone and wow he took several "selfies" and then lots of random things in the room.   I got a very good chuckle from this because I mean look at those cheeks!!  He is too cute not to smile and laugh with!  

Thank you Canyon Bakehouse for sending me products to conduct my review.  I was not paid for my review and all opinions are 100% mine.  The products I got include the 7-Grain , Cinnamon Raisin , Rosemary and Thyme Fo caccia , and the Hamburger Buns.    One lucky winner will win the same combination of breads!     I was excited to use the Rosemary and Thyme Focaccia on during our Easter meal. The bread was yummy during our meal!   As we were eating the bread we did decide that the bread was great with our ham but it would be even better with steak!  My children gobbled up the Cinnamon Raisin bread within a couple days.   I think I only got a couple pieces of it but what I did get I loved. I know many people have not tried gluten free bread and assume it has no flavor but I tell you this bread tastes yummy!   I enjoyed sharing a piece of the Cinnamon Raisin bread to my friend who has a wheat allergy! ...

Winter is over... which means it's time to shave your legs to get ready for shorts, dresses, swim suites!  Let me just say that I do shave during the winter so don't think I have these nasty legs!   So what do you use when you shave?   Shaving cream?   Soap?   Water?  Recently I have been reading more and educating myself on using more products that are natural and not filled with icky chemicals.   The more I learn the more I am searching to find products that are safe.  I was thrilled to review Kiss My Face 4 in 1 Moisture Shave contains zero parabens, phthalates, or artificial ingredients. Thank you Kiss My Face for sending product to review in exchange for an honest review.  I was not paid for this review and all opinions are 100% mine.   I have used the Kiss My Face 4 times so far.  My favorite scent is the Key Lime.  The moisture shave provides a close shave and I can safely say I have not...

Well, it has been 10 months since we moved out of Wisconsin into Iowa!   10 months that has gone extremely fast!   My kids have both made some new friends and my daughter loves her new school.    Moving can be frightening for kids so here are some easy to do steps: 1. Make sure you only speak about the move with excitement and keep it positive!  (hopefully this is naturally the case) 2.  Tell them as soon as you know so they have time to adjust to the idea.  3.  Let them be involved with the entire process-looking for a place to live- timeline for move- packing up!    4. Plan a time/date/party for your kids to say good bye to friends.   Exchange information to stay in touch.  5. Once you arrive have fun exploring your new area!   Take one day a week to go and find a new adventure- be a tourist in your new hometown and surrounding areas.   6.  Visit and tour the school as soon a...

"We are born of love, love is our mother...."   That sums up in a nutshell why Mother's Day is such a special day.  I know that as every year passes, I am more grateful for my mother.  And unfortunately she isn't around these day for me to let her know.  I'm glad that while she was alive, I did some pretty great things for her on Mother's Day.  I feel like she knew how much I loved and appreciated her.    This year A GAL NEEDS... is excited to partner up with Mrs. Fields Cookies, along Vanessa from 2 Dorks In Love   and offer up the wonderful possibility of giving your mother a gift package full of those wonderful cookies, whose delightful aromas have been wafting through kitchens for over 35 years! We are reviewing and also giving away The Mother's Day Delights Sampler , a delectable and veritable smorgasbord of the most delicious cookies you could ever imagine all in one place!    The package arrives with 36 assorted Nibble...

Jesus died for me... and YOU!  This is a great way to tie in Good Friday or Easter with the kids.    All you need is painters tape and paper.   We used crayons but paint or markers will work too!  

April 20, 2014- My kids woke up excited and very quickly found their Easter baskets.   I was impressed with my daughter since she found her basket much faster then I anticipated.  It was in the washer and as soon as she walked in the room she opened the door and found it.   My kids did not have any candy in their basket this year.   (We did an egg hunt at church last week so they have plenty from last weekend)  This year my daughter go two Frozen books and an Easter Dress.   My son got Batman socks and Lego's!  They both loved them!   After having fun with my children it was time to get ready for church!   This year our church had some snacks for fellowship and did baptisms during Easter service... it was truly a great time.     The weather was amazing- 81 degrees!   We got adorable family pictures taken outside!  We went to the park and played and also ate a yummy meal.   Ha...