Thanks to Cochlear for sponsoring this important post. All opinions are, as always, my own. When I told my dad Cochlear was sponsoring this post so I could share his story, he was thrilled. You see, my dad had a cochlear implant nine years ago at the age of 79. He had … [Read more...] about how a cochlear implant improved my dad’s life
Stuff I love
cochlear helps children hear
Thanks to Cochlear for sponsoring this important post. All opinions are, as always, my own. As parents, our greatest hope for our children is that they have the opportunity to live their lives without limits. We celebrate each developmental milestone with a mixture … [Read more...] about cochlear helps children hear
wordless wednesday :)
Don't you agree?! (Note: I saw this carving by folk artist, Lee Neary, in Human Arts Gallery in Ojai and, of course, loved it. We have this piece by him. It makes me smile every time I look at it.) … [Read more...] about wordless wednesday :)
marie callender’s cream pies make spring sweeter!
I am participating in a VIN campaign for Marie Callender’s. I am receiving a fee for posting; however, the opinions expressed in this post are my own. I am in no way affiliated with Marie Callender’s and do not earn a commission or percent of sales. In our house, spring … [Read more...] about marie callender’s cream pies make spring sweeter!
konenkii subscription box
I LOVE subscription boxes. I mean, is there anything better than opening a box full of carefully-curated surprises every month? So, when The Social Butterfly Co. invited me to review Konenkii -- a quarterly gift box created specifically for women over 40 -- I said yes (duh) … [Read more...] about konenkii subscription box
diet coke: it’s mine!
One of the most overwhelming things about coming home from a two week trip is going through the mail. So, the morning after we returned from our incredible Viking Ocean Cruise, I trudged over to my work mailbox, where the guys were very happy to get rid of practically a … [Read more...] about diet coke: it’s mine!
whole foods market has sweet holiday gifts for less than $5!
I got an email from Whole Foods Market this afternoon, letting me know that all of the yummy treats above are on sale this weekend for $5 or less. Because I would do anything for you, my wonderful readers -- and because I had a sudden craving for chocolate -- I grabbed my car … [Read more...] about whole foods market has sweet holiday gifts for less than $5!
beanpole pottery
The minute I saw these pieces on Kristine Van Raden's Facebook page, where she introduced her new venture, Beanpole Pottery, I sent her a private message and said I had to have them. I mean, how gorgeous are they? As you know, I love words on things. And I love birds on … [Read more...] about beanpole pottery