Photo a Day: Weeks 16 & 17

Sooooo, yea. Life happened again these past 2 weeks and I didn’t post Photo a Day last week. That means you get a double dose again this week.

House Cleaning Habits for the Whole Family

Keeping the house clean and tidy every day can be more daunting when you have a family. Tempers are likely to flare if you don’t figure out a

5 Tips for Reading to Children + Giveaway

We recently added another new book to our children’s home library. Surprising, right? Haha! We love reading to our kids, but to say that they love to sit

Danone Nations Cup World Final Tickets Giveaway (25 Winners)

The closer it gets to the Danone Nations Cup World Final on September 24th, the more excited my family gets. And now you can join in on the

Photo a Day: Weeks 14 & 15

Did you notice I didn’t post my “Photo a Day” for last week? It wasn’t that I forgot, but life got in the way and I was

The Danone Nations Cup World Final Comes to the U.S. for the First Time

Are any of your kids big soccer fans? If so, you will definitely want to check out the Danone Nations Cup World Final on September 24th at Red

9 Reasons to Visit Seabreeze Amusement Park

~Thank you to Seabreeze Amusement Park for providing complimentary passes to the Making Time family. As always, opinions are still 100% my own.~ You may already know that

Back to School: Embracing Our Differences

~I received a complimentary copy of this book for review. This post contains affiliate links, in which I will receive a small commission for your purchase. As always,

Photo a Day: Week 13

Okay, so I’m a day late this week, but I have good reason. Yesterday we were traveling home from a week vacation and I was driving. So yeah,

From Grief to Joy: Giving Hope to Infertile Couples

Today I have a guest post on the topic of infertility, and the option of egg donors and IVF. This is not something I personally know anything about,

Photo a Day: Week 12

This week has been full of fun and there’s no stopping us. We’re preparing for a road trip tomorrow, as next week is our last summer hoorah trip

Photo a Day: Week 11

As usual, my kids are the highlight of this week’s edition of Photo a Day. What can I say? They always steal the show. Saturday Sunday Monday Tuesday

KIDNAP Movie Screening + Halle Berry

~I received a complimentary invite to attend this KIDNAP movie screening. As always, opinions are still 100% my own.~ So, you’ve probably seen the trailer for Halle Berry’s

6 Tips for Teaching Kids Oral Hygiene

~Thank you to Mouth Watchers® for providing product to the Making Time family and to Dr. Ronald Plotka for these amazing tips.~ With it being back to school

Photo a Day: Week 10

Another busy week gone, and 7 more photos to share. Enjoy! Saturday Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Did you miss a previous week? Check them out here!

Photo a Day: Week 9

Man, Friday came fast this week and it’s time for “Photo a Day.” This week my daughter tends to be in a lot of photos, but we’re together

Secure Your Spot in the 2017 Holiday Gift Guide

No, it’s not Christmas in July. But it is time for me to start working on this year’s Holiday Gift Guide. I want to make sure my readers

Photo a Day: Week 8

I’ve only posted on the blog once this week, and it’s because I’ve been laying low and spending a lot of time with family. You’ll see in this

Build Your Own Bundle at Ecocentric Mom

~Thank you to Ecocentric Mom for providing product for review. As always, opinions are still 100% my own. This post also contains affiliate links, in which I will

Photo a Day: Week 7

This week really kicked my butt. I have busy beyond my norm and didn’t get to post this week’s photos yesterday. But I didn’t forget! They may be

FoamCorePrint.com is the Affordable Way to Display Your Photos {Giveaway}

~This post is sponsored by FoamCorePrint.com. As always, opinions are still 100% my own.~ When it comes to home decor, I love to display family photos throughout my

New Jersey State Fair Meadowlands

~Thank you to State Fair Meadowlands for hosting the Making Time family. As always, opinions are still 100% my own.~ Last night my family got the chance to

The Child with the Long Curly Hair, That’s My Son

I’m kind of at a breaking point with this topic and need to clear the air. I can’t leave the house without someone mentioning how cute my girls

Photo a Day: Week 6

Saturday Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Did you miss a previous week? Check them out here! Week 1 | Week 2 | Week 3 | Week 4

Family Time the Medieval Way

~Thank you to Medieval Times Lyndhurst Castle for hosting the Making Time family. As always, opinions are still 100% my own.~ Last week I decided we’d do family

Photo a Day: Week 5

Wow! Time is flying by and I’m already to week 5 of my “Photo a Day” series. Enjoy! Saturday Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Did you miss

2017 Summer Fun Guide

~This post contains some affiliate links, in which I will receive commission for your purchase.~ Schools out, warm weather has arrived, and it’s time to start having tons

Photo a Day: Week 4

If there’s one thing you take away from this week’s “Photo a Day” pictures, it should be that we have a lived in home. Cleaning is not a

10 Fun 4th of July Dessert Recipes

The 4th of July is THE summer holiday for families and friends to get together and enjoy each others company. And it’s not just the company we all

Strawberry Streusel Squares Made from Our Freshly Picked Strawberries

Last week I took my family strawberry picking for the first time. It was a great way to get everyone out of the house and enjoy a little

Blast Box is a Banging Good Time #SummerFun

~Thank you to Zing for providing Blast Box for review. As always, opinions are still 100% my own. This post also contains affiliate links, in which I will receive commission

Photo a Day: Week 3

It’s that time again – my “Photo a Day” series for this week. Enjoy this peek into my family’s lives this past week. And guess what?! I got

Photo a Day: Week 2

Phew, this week flew by! It’s already time for week 2 of my “Photo a Day” series. Enjoy this peek into our lives from the past week! Saturday Sunday

Rainy Day #SummerFun with The Wobbly Worm Game

~Thank you to Spin Master for providing The Wobbly Worm Game for review. As always, opinions are still 100% my own. This post also contains affiliate links, in

Photo a Day: Week 1

Last weekend I decided I wanted to do something a little fun. You get to see a lot of what my family does and enjoys with different toys,

6 Reasons to Visit The Strong National Museum of Play

~Thank you to The Strong National Museum of Play for hosting our visit. As always, opinions are still 100% my own.~ Just a couple of weekends ago we

#TTPM Spring Showcase 2017

It has been a crazy couple of weeks of traveling and now sick kids, but in between it all I was able to fit in a visit to

Carlucci’s Waterfront: Fine Dining for Families

~I received a Carlucci’s Waterfront gift card to help facilitate my review. As always, opinions are still 100% my own.~ To end our family’s staycation in Mt. Laurel,

A Splashing Good Time at CoCo Key Water Resort

~Thank you to CoCo Key Water Resort for providing complimentary passes to facilitate this review. As always, opinions are still 100% my own.~ This past weekend my family

Our Weekend Stay at The Hotel ML

~Thank you to The Hotel ML for hosting the Making Time family at a discounted rate. As always, opinions are still 100% my own.~ It’s been a while

Regal $1 Summer Movie Express

“Schoooooooools out for the summer!” Okay, maybe not quite yet, but summer will be here before we know it. And it’s never too soon to start planning fun

#TBT with Pocoyo & Sonic {Giveaway}

~Thank you to NCircle Entertainment for providing DVDs for review. As always, opinions are still 100% my own.~ This week has been a total throwback for me. NCircle

Stylishly & Affordably Set Your Easter Dinner Table with Kmart + $100 Gift Card Giveaway

~This post is sponsored by coupons.com. As always, all opinions are 100% my own.~ If you have a Kmart in your area and you’re not taking advantage of

Easter Looks for Less

~This post contains affiliate links, in which I will receive compensation for any purchase made through such links.~ Easter is just about a month away, so it’s time

Ecocentric Mom Mystery Bonus Box

~Thank you to Ecocentric Mom for providing a Mystery Bonus Box for review. This post contains affiliate links, in which I may receive compensation for your purchase.~ I’m

Tackle Picky Eating with a Mealtime Treasure Hunt #GotrovoFun

~Thank you to Gotrovo for providing a Mealtime Treasure Hunt for review. This post contains affiliate links, in which I may receive compensation for your purchase.~ I used

Exploring Outer Space with The Cat in the Hat {Giveaway}

~Thank you to NCircle Entertainment for providing me with a Cat in the Hat DVD and book for review. This post contains affiliate links, in which I may

Salad Is on Our Springtime Menu

~Thank you to Cave Tools for providing me with the Quick Dry Salad Spinner for review. This post contains affiliate links, in which I may receive compensation for

Read Across America + Free Printable Dr. Seuss Activities

Did you know that March 2nd is the Read Across America event? Did you also know that March 2nd is Dr. Seuss’ birthday? Dr. Seuss has brought so

5 Reasons to Love the Laiya Deluxe Diaper Bag (+ 50% Off)

~This post contains affiliate links, in which I may receive compensation for your purchase.~ After two kids and about a dozen different diaper bags, I’ve finally found one

‘Tis the Season to Make Your Own Holiday Cards + Giveaway

~Thank you to Nakturnal for providing a free sample for my review. This post contains affiliate links, in which I may receive compensation for your purchase.~ There’s no

Holiday Adventures with The Cat in the Hat + Giveaway #GiftIdea

~Thank you to NCircle Entertainment for providing product for my review. Opinions are still 100% my own.~ One of my favorite things about the holidays are all of

Ecocentric Mom – a Gift That Keeps on Giving #GiftIdea

~Thank you to Ecocentric Mom for providing product for my review. This post contains affiliate links, in which I may receive compensation for your purchase. Opinions are still

8 Tips for Managing a Sick Kid

~This post contains affiliate links in which I may receive compensation for your purchase.~ If there’s one thing that comes along with cooler weather that doesn’t put me

Singing Our Way to the Top with a Family Holiday Tradition

The holiday season is among us and flying by, might I add. We’re accomplishing and marking off one family holiday tradition right after another. But one that

Keep the Kids Entertained this Holiday with Surprise Ride #GiftIdea

~ This post contains affiliate links, in which I may receive compensation for your purchase. ~ In my family, holiday get together’s are a time when the adults

Easy 4 Ingredient BBQ Chicken Quesadillas

Have leftover chicken, but don’t know what to do with it? I have the perfect recipe for you! I don’t know about your family, but mine eats a

Crockpot Salisbury Steak Recipe

It’s fall ya’ll! That means my crockpot is going to be working hard over the next few months. In fact, I broke it out last week to make

How My Little One Indulges in Fall Flavors

One of my favorite things about fall is all of the amazing flavors – pumpkin, turkey, ham, sweet potatoes, roast beef, apples and any recipe that has crockpot

Balancing Fun and Learning with Balance Beans

My son is at an age now where he’s starting to get more into hands on fun (thank goodness I can get him away from video games), and