***Disclosure: I received complimentary samples to facilitate my review. All opinions are 100% honest and have not been influenced in any way.***
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Did you know that Americans waste 23 billion pounds of fresh produce each year because it spoils before they can eat it?
That’s 187 pounds per household. Or, if you're looking at dollars and cents, this equates to $192 per household that's literally thrown into the trash. In my home, we know this scenario all too well. My family eats a ton of produce. The kids absolutely love fresh fruits and veggies. Even when we eat them daily, it seems that something is always going to waste. The biggest culprit would have to be lettuce. I usually buy the large tubs of organic mixed greens, and it seems like it starts wilting almost immediately. Thankfully, the folks at Rubbermaid have a great answer to the issue of food waste. Their FreshWorks Produce Savers can help keep your produce fresh, reducing both the waste of food and money. ***Disclosure: I received complimentary samples to facilitate my post. All opinions are 100% honest and have not been influenced in any way.*** As a homeschooling family, we put a lot of emphasis on incorporating learning into every day activities. The kids can help learn math by helping in the kitchen, we learn about nature by visiting our local parks, and of course, we also incorporate learning into playtime. It's my belief that kids learn best when they're having fun, after all.
This summer, we're adding some science to the mix with Mindware. Mindware is a great company that offers brainy toys for kids of all ages. They have building sets, tools for classrooms and educators, active toys, and even toys for kiddos with special needs. (Seriously, there are SO many different categories at Mindware!) No matter what you're looking for, Mindware's products all have an emphasis on making learning fun and enjoyable. ***Disclosure: I received complimentary samples to facilitate my post. All opinions are 100% honest and have not been influenced in any way.***
As many of you know, I am the PROUD mama of a wonderful 16 year old son. Kyle is a straight A student, a kind and compassionate young man, and a very talented artist.
Kyle also happens to be gay. In my home, this has always been a non-issue. As a mother, it's my job to love my children unconditionally, and that's exactly what I do. Does Kyle's sexuality hurt, offend, or upset me? NO. Of course not! Unfortunately, in many households, LGBT youth don't have the support they need from their families. It's heartbreaking, and something I will never, ever be able to understand. Recently, I reviewed a wonderful book that touches on this very topic. You can read my review of "Living Right" by Laila Ibrahim HERE. Below, you'll find a quick blurb about this beautifully written, emotionally raw book:
Jenn Henderson is proud of the church-centered life she’s created for her family. She prays each morning, attends worship every Sunday, and confidently takes up the struggle to defend traditional marriage when she learns marriage licenses are being issued to gays and lesbians in nearby San Francisco. But the certainty that she is living right falters after her teenage son, Josh, swallows a bottle of sleeping pills. Her fear deepens when she discovers that Josh struggles with same-sex attraction. If she's living right, how can Josh be gay?
Desperate for a cure, Jenn and her husband send Josh to a Christian conversion therapy camp recommended by their trusted pastor. Jenn is unwavering in her faith that Josh can be transformed by the grace of God. But as the story unfolds, her husband, son, and daughters seem to be questioning her deepest values, threatening irreparable damage to the tight-knit Henderson family. Author Laila Ibrahim tackles a subject directly out of the headlines in Living Right, an intimate story about a mother’s struggle to reconcile her religious beliefs with her son's sexual orientation. Living Right strips away the politics of gay rights to reveal what’s really at stake in this ongoing conflict: family. As with her debut novel, Yellow Crocus, Ibrahim's second novel explores an intimate and sensitive topic with insight and compassion.
You can purchase your own copy of Living Right on Amazon.
You can also connect with Ms. Laila Ibrahim on her website and on Facebook. Win an autographed copy of living right :
I am thrilled to announce that one lucky reader will receive an autographed copy of Living Right, courtesy of the author, Laila Ibrahim!
How cool is that?! This giveaway is open to US Residents 18+ until 11:59PM EST on July 1, 2016. Winner will be drawn using Rafflecopter's Random Number Generator. All entries will be verified, so play fair! I will notify winner via e-mail and they will have 48 hours to reply before I am forced to redraw winners. No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited. This contest is not affiliated with Facebook, twitter, Pinterest, or Instagram in any way. Participating bloggers are not responsible for prize fulfillment. If you have any questions, please contact Brandy at newlycrunchymamaof3@gmail.com Thanks for entering, and Good Luck! ***Disclosure: This is a sponsored post. All opinions are 100% my own, and have not been influenced in any way.*** Does anyone here in the Cleveland, OH area love diamonds? I know I sure do! In fact, my husband jokes about my wedding set. He calls it the Ice Rink, and pretends to flinch when the light reflects off of my 2.5 carat Princess cut stone!
As they say, diamonds are a girl's best friend. The folks over at Howard's Jewelry Center agree, so they're hosting the Million Dollar Diamond Event at all 4 of their NE Ohio locations! (Addresses will be included later in this post.) The Million Dollar Diamond Event will take place between June 17-June 25th. At this special event, there will be thousands of loose diamonds, colored and clear, as well as thousands of the best settings in the country. You can customize rings, bracelets, earrings, necklaces—anything you want. So, you can get them as a gift for your significant other, or just a treat for yourself. Trust me....There's no better treat than some bling! During the Million Dollar Diamond Event, everything will be 30-50% off! There will also be HIGH-END DESIGNERS in 2 of the 4 stores each weekend! If you don't know Howard's Jewelry Center, allow me to introduce you. Howard's Jewelry Center is a local fixture in the Cleveland, Ohio area. They have 4 convenient locations, high quality jewelry, and of course, tons of experience in customer satisfaction. Check out my past article, 5 Reasons Clevelanders Should Shop Locally for Jewelry, for a much more in-depth look at Howard's Jewelry Center's areas of expertise. ***Disclosure: I received complimentary samples to facilitate my post. All opinions are 100% honest and have not been influenced in any way.*** Anyone who knows me is well aware of the fact that I absolutely, positively LOVE my hometown of Cuyahoga Falls, OH. (This means Crooked River.) So much, in fact, that I spent literally 20+ years feeling homesick, and dying to come back.
Finally, about 4 years ago, that dream came true. We bought a nice old house by the river, and left Virginia behind for good. (Good riddance!) My town is amazing, and really the ideal place to raise a family. There are great parks, plenty of festivals and community events, low crime, and a fantastic, small town feel. To help celebrate my love for the city I live in, I've teamed up with GrafoMap. This is an awesome site that makes custom art map prints of virtually any city in the world! They act as the designer, and there are a range of color and text options to choose from. You can choose the perfect map to fit into your decor. Good Health Mickey Mouse Veggie Chips Make the Perfect Summer Snack without the Guilt #Sponsored6/13/2016 ***Disclosure: I received complimentary samples to facilitate my post. All opinions are 100% honest and have not been influenced in any way.*** Now that summer vacation is in full swing, my kids are constantly starving. Okay, they're actually not starving, but they seem to think they are. I am constantly hearing "Mommy....I'm hungry!" Even if they've just eaten a meal. The struggle is real, folks.
Since the kiddos are constantly craving snacks., I try and keep some tasty yet sensible snacking options on hand. Some of our absolute favorites come from Good Health Snacks. This awesome brand offers a more nutritious take on traditional snack foods. They have Veggie chips, Half Naked Popcorn with the goodness of Olive Oil, Apple Chips, and of course, potato chips, just to name a few of their crave-worthy offerings. What makes these snacks different? Well, they contain wholesome, better for you ingredients such as Olive and Avocado oils, whole grains, veggies, and Sweet Potatoes. These ingredients offer a boost in antioxidants, vitamins, fiber, and healthy, monounsaturated fats. ***Disclosure: I received complimentary samples to facilitate my post. All opinions are 100% honest and have not been influenced in any way.*** Walt Disney Animation Studios’ (WDAS) comedy-adventure, “Zootopia” has broken records worldwide earning more than $900 million at the global box office to date. The best reviewed movie of 2016, critics and audiences around the world have fallen in love with the wonderfully innovative animal metropolis of “Zootopia” and the comedic chemistry of rookie rabbit officer Judy Hopps (Ginnifer Goodwin) and scam-artist fox Nick Wilde (Jason Bateman). It’s been called one of the best buddy cop comedies in years! Thankfully, there’s more--much more.
When the runaway hit arrives home on Digital HD, Blu-ray™, Disney Movies Anywhere, DVD and On-Demand (does not include bonus) platforms, viewers will not only be able to enjoy the vibrant world of Zootopia and reunite with their favorite characters, but also discover more about the evolution of this extraordinary tale through in-depth bonus offerings. Features include candid conversations with filmmakers and artists behind Zootopia, an alternate opening, never-before-seen characters and deleted scenes and a sneak peek at some of the hidden Easter Eggs that make reference to Disney Animation’s most beloved films and characters. ***Disclosure: I received complimentary samples to facilitate my post. All opinions are 100% honest and have not been influenced in any way.*** When my son came out to me, he was only 10 years old. He came to me, and said he had something he needed to tell me. With tears in his eyes, and look of panic on his face, he said "Mom, I think I'm gay."
My response to him? "I know. Want to go watch the rest of the movie?" That was how simple it was, and how simple I wish it were for other LGBTQ kids who are confiding in their families and making the brave decision to come out. Sadly, for a lot of kids, coming out isn't easy, and it is anything but painless. Particularly for LGBTQ youth being raised in religious households. I've said it before in posts, and I will say it again: No one chooses to be gay. No one is immune from having a gay child. You can go to church every Sunday, preach all day long, and your child might still be gay. A lot of well-meaning parents unwittingly become their child's first bully by echoing anti-gay sentiments. No wonder the suicide rate among our LGBTQ children is so horrifyingly high! Recently, I had the pleasure of reading a book that tackles this very difficult topic. "Living Right" by Laila Ibrahim, tells the story of Jenn Henderson, a devout, church-going Christian. She thinks she is "living right" by defending traditional marriage....Until her son, Josh, tries to end his life because he just happens to be gay, and struggles with his sexuality because support at home is lacking. |
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