Young At Heart Mommy

Managing Motherhood Through Love & Laughter

The Kupp’ : Drinking Glasses For Kids #MomsMeet

Disclosure: I received this product for free from the sponsor of the Moms MeetSM program, May Media Group LLC. All opinions are my own.

Part of growing up means ditching the sippy cup and moving on to a big kid’s glass. At 2 years old Toodie was already showing interest in starting the transition. I began teaching her using a small orange juice glass and soon after we were able to eliminate all of the plastic cups in our cabinets. Today Toodie uses tiny glasses regularly and even though she began early, I still have the fear that she will drop her drink and tiny shards will go flying. Thanks to Moms Meet I was introduced to a durable drinking glass designed for kids and made by a mom just like me!
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Zombie Oreo Cookie Eyeballs

Let’s talk zombies. Since The Walking Dead series took off almost four years ago the zombie has become the favorite monster of many. I may be the only human being out there left to say this but I have never actually watched an episode of the show. That doesn’t mean I don’t have a soft spot for the emancipated, decaying, brain-eating, grotesque community of zombies. No longer the bottom feeder of the monster world, zombies make Halloween much more exciting.
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Meet The New Keurig® 2.0 With Carafe! #HelloKeurig

Disclosure: I received the Keurig 2.0 for review purposes from Influenster. I am not being compensated and all opinions are my own!


Can we make it official that the art of coffee wizardry was created by the Keurig company? I already convinced myself of this when I used my very first Keurig brewer a few years ago. Our old coffee pot was dismembered and tossed in the garage within minutes of popping in the first K-Cup. Right now it’s still collecting dust as its competition sits comfortably on my kitchen counter, receiving endless amounts of love each day. As a member of Influenster I had the chance to try the new Keurig® 2.0 K550 Brewing System which contains updated technology along with the ability to brew coffee in a carafe! Now I can use the K-Carafe™ packs to brew up to four cups of my favorite beverages at once.
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Easy Peasy Bisquick Pizza + Publix #FlavorExcursion Italian Week

Disclosure: The information and prize pack have been provided by General Mills through Platefull Co-Op.

Home-cooked Italian is always a delicious and affordable meal option. I used to think that I couldn’t pull it off in my own kitchen because I like to keep my recipes simple and impossible to screw up. I’m no seasoned chef by any means but I do like to experiment and work with different flavors. Italian food is OH-SO-GOOD and in high school I was fortunate to work for a small family owned Italian restaurant in my area. They made killer garlic rolls and the best Ziti, Broccoli, and Chicken I have ever tasted! After two years I became familiar with the flavors, recipes, and fresh ingredients used to make the dishes deliciously authentic.
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Fun Fall Fashions At The Children’s Place #PLACEFall

Disclosure: I was provided with a gift card to shop the Fall trends at the Children’s PLACE.

Fall trends have made their way back into stores and The Children’s Place has the most fashionable picks for your the kiddos this season. Back to school shopping has been conquered but I am already bored of the basic solid colored polo shirts and stiff khaki pants Toodie has to wear every single day. I’m sure she is too considering the first thing she does when she gets home from school is rip them off and throw on anything in her closet with a pop of color. After a month of dull colors and plain Jane outfits it was time to bring some life back into her bland wardrobe. Bright colors, sparkle, sequins, and embellished graphics- yes please!
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Eerie Eyeball Pretzel Rods

Last week I picked up a copy of the Better Homes & Gardens newest Halloween Tricks & Treats edition for 2014. Normally I head straight to Pinterest when looking for ideas and inspiration but I am loving the quick and clever creations within the pages of this seasonal magazine. Inspired by a set of bright green pretzel rods decorated with eyeballs, I re-created my own version of spooky salted sticks. These Eerie Eyeball Pretzel Rods are easy to make and also adorable for Halloween. Since my trial run was a success I plan on making these for Toodie’s class next month. They are just the right amount of creepy and can be individually wrapped for each child to enjoy!
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Save On Clean & Clear + Walmart Gift Card GIVEAWAY! #CleanandClearWM

This is a sponsored giveaway with Mums the Word Network and Clean & Clear. All opinions are my own.

When it comes to skincare the products you use are just as important as your routine in keeping your skin healthy and happy. Whether you’re fighting break outs or in need of a new cleanser, learn how to keep your complexion looking its best with CLEAN & CLEAR® products. Regardless of your age or skin type, their products are designed to target many of the common issues we all face. Acne? Clogged Pores? Dry Skin? These skincare problems can be easily treated and conquered without breaking the bank. I have been using a variety of CLEAN & CLEAR® products for years, since I was a teen. Not only do they actually work but you can purchase them at an affordable price.
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Tangerine Skirt Steak + Baked Citrus Potatoes

This is a sponsored post facilitated by Seminole Pride™Noble® Juice. #PureFamilyMoment #Ad

All my life I have considered myself a Florida girl at heart. After living here for 25 years, not including the 3 I spent in Colorado, this is my home. It is where I grew up, where I will raise my Toodie, and where I will most likely retire. It’s hard to imagine living anywhere else when you are lucky enough to reside where most people visit for vacation. Not only is it beautiful but it is also rich in history and the citrus groves are one of a kind. You can’t live here without enjoying a glass of 100% Florida OJ on a daily basis. I sure do!
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Warm + Fuzzy Back To School Moments With Starbucks Fall Blend

Starbucks & Modern Mom provided me with Starbucks samples and a gift card in order to facilitate this review.

This time of year a good cup of coffee is a must-have staple in my morning routine. With a new school year and my little girl starting Kindergarten I seem to need more energy than I ever did before. Waking up at 5ish every morning is no easy task. But dealing with the lack of sleep isn’t a problem as long as I have my brew to bring me back to life. The new Starbucks Fall Blend has been making the back to school transition much easier for me, especially when it comes to that 45 minute carpool lane I subject myself to!
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