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Thank You for Everything Bagel {Printable}

December 14, 2017 By Autumn Rose Reo Leave a Comment

Looking for a quick way to say Thank You at work or a group or organization? Show your appreciation with this Thanks for Everything Bagel Printable + bagels for everyone.

Thanks to Einstein Bros. for this bringing us together + this sponsored post.

You should always be in the spirit of saying “thank you,” but the holidays are prime time for not just saying “I appreciate you,” but making a grand gesture to show it, too. 

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Unfortunately with so much other stuff to do during the holidays, you think about a lot of good things to do for good people but you just can’t get to it.    You think, “maybe next time,” of course that’s after another year rolls by. 

But it doesn’t have to be a big soiree or big extravagant gifts to get everyone together and to say thanks.   

At my husband’s company, employee appreciation goes a long way but there’s not a lot of time to get the team together. 

But one thing is definite that will make any office happy: free food. 🙂 

So off to Einstein Bros. Bagels I went. Great for bringing friends, family and even colleagues together, Einstein Bros. Bagels offers a variety of options including a Baker’s Dozen Box (13 Bagels with 2 Shmears) and a Half Dozen Box (6 Bagels with 1 Shmear)! 

How can you go wrong with these bagels choices: 

  • Asiago
  • Blueberry
  • Chocolate Chip
  • Cinnamon Raisin
  • Cinnamon Sugar
  • Cranberry
  • Egg
  • Everything
  • French Toast
  • Garlic
  • 9-Grain
  • Honey Whole Wheat
  • Onion
  • Plain
  • Poppy Seed
  • Potato
  • Pretzel
  • Pumpernickel
  • Pumpkin (Seasonal)
  • Sesame Seed
  • Apple Cinnamon
  • Cheddar Jalapeno
  • Cheesy Hash Brown
  • Green Chile
  • Power Protein 
  • Pumpkin Walnut Crunch 
  • Six Cheese
  • Snickerdoodle
  • Spinach Florentine

And Super Smears like:

  • Plain
  • Onion & Chive
  • Smoked Salmon
  • Blueberry
  • Honey Almond 
  • Strawberry
  • Garden Veggie
  • Garlic & Herb
  • Jalapeño Salsa
  • Reduced Fat Plain
  • Maple

The bagels, along with this quick 5 x 7 printable “Thanks for Everything You Do” is a super easy way to show your appreciation even your team only has a few minutes to come together in the break room. Whether it’s Christmas, Labor Day, or Wednesday, you’ll definitely make an impression without having to much at all. 

And if you can’t resist snacking before you get your Einstein Bros. to the office, snag your own with this $2 off coupon. (Personally it’s the egg sandwiches that make my mouth water.) Buy remember this coupon expires 12/31/17.

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Print off yours by clicking below in two different versions and receive a PDF. 

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Being Sick Blows: Get Well Care Package {Printable}

October 7, 2015 By Autumn Rose Reo 20 Comments

Tracking PixelWhen I hear the first sneeze, cough or sniffly nose in my house, I’ve learned not to wait for the first groan, moan or sad sound “I think I’m sick.”

I rush to Walmart to stock up on our must-haves for cold and flu season like cough drops, antibacterial and Kleenex facial tissue to prevent the “cycle.” So when Kleenex brand engaged me to share my most comforting things for a get well care package/feel better soon kit for others, I knew exactly what needed to be included to make a friend or loved one feel the warm and fuzzies you need when you aren’t feel so warm and fuzzy on the inside.

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I remember once in college my roommate, Nicole, knew I wasn’t having a good day, so after her long day at work, she brought me a new soft blanket, a new pillow, the collector’s set of my favorite movie Gone with the Wind, a package of ramen noodles (I LOVE ramen), and a big box of Kleenex tissues. I’m pretty sure the moment she came in I didn’t feel bad any more because of the thought of her thinking of me made such a huge positive impact. It was one of the sweetest things that someone has ever done. And not to do too much math, but that was more than 10 years ago…

That moment of care made such a difference to me, I’ve tried to pay it forward with this quick and easy go-to care package (that can be dropped off or even sent in the mail) for when I hear a friend or loved one isn’t feeling quite up to par. It includes my essentials for making things not seem so bad when you aren’t feeling good. And it only takes about 5 minutes to put together with this printable to show someone you care.

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Feel Better Get Well Care Package Kit

Requirement: Kleenex Brand Ultra Soft Tissues
There’s a reason this more than a must-have – it’s an absolute requirement…if you’ve been sick, you know the difference between a tissue and a Kleenex Ultra Soft tissue. The soothing softness is just the TLC you need when you’re going after the tenth tissue that hour. It’s kinda like a hug for your nose when face it, no one is getting in line to embrace you when you are cesspool of germs. And because Kleenex Facial Tissues are designed to shield a cough or sneeze, it’s just what you need to try to keep the germs off your hands and your friends.

Movie/Movie Gift Card
When you don’t feel good all you want to do is roll up in a ball. So to pass the time away, a movie is a great way to keep yourself entertained without much effort. However, don’t know their favorite movie or if they have it already? Right now with your Walmart purchase of a 4-pack of 75-count Kleenex Ultra soft Tissues or Kleenex Tissues with Lotion (love these), you’ll get a $5 VUDU credit. VUDU is Walmart’s online video streaming service, so your giftee can snag their favorite movie to watch from the comfort of their home.


KLEENEX TISSUE CARE PACKAGE $5 VUDU OFFER
Redeem by purchasing qualifying item and star/check the item(s) and the date of your receipt.

Snap a clear photo of the entire receipt with your phone.

Text CAREPACKAGE to 811811 for submission instructions.

Please allow 48 hours for processing.

* All Kleenex Lotion/Ultra Soft 4-packs are eligible for this promotion (with or without the special notation on the box.)


Chicken Soup
You can never go wrong with chicken soup…we’ll unless your loved one is a vegetarian which in that case a vegetable soup or ramen is a great alternative. In an ideal world, I’d whip up a homemade bowl to really share the love, but a lack of time and shipping issues make that a little more difficult. However, by using the prepackaged envelopes, all someone needs is a little hot water from the microwave or even the coffee pot to whip up a nice, warm cup of soup.

Menthol Vapor Rub
No matter the age, when you can’t breathe from sinuses, cold or flu, a little whiff of menthol rub goes a long way. And a container of this miracle goo can go along way, too for repeated uses throughout the season.

Bubbly Water
This is actually a term that my kids coined a few years ago for clear soda that fizzes. When your stomach is a little queasy, I crave for “bubbly water.” I often suggest water and Vitamin C and D enriched orange juice for fluid intake when you’re not feeling well, but the bubbly water can be a nice add to the rotation. Plus if you wanted, you can add a fun and creative label to the bottle as a small detail that can really make their day. (Think funny faces, drawings from the kids, or even a funny spoof on your “magic potion.”

Lip Balm
It’s the little things and this little package makes my world rock anytime. I constantly need to apply lip balm to keep my lips from painful cracking, but if you’ve been coughing and sneezing or crying even, your lips really go through the wringer. By adding moisture to your lips, like you do with your nose with Kleenex brand tissues, you’re preventing chapped lips from setting in – and “no one gots time for that, right?”

Antibacterial Hand Sanitizer
This along, with your tissues, is your front line to keep from your little cough and cold to begin a three-month long chain between your family and friends. There’s a lot of things I’ll share with you, but if you really love me, let’s make sure your cold isn’t one of them.

Cough Drops
Oh, the power of a cough drop after you’ve been hacking away for hours or felt the consistent tickle in the back of your throat is a huge relief when you’re not feeling well. Try for their favorite flavor, but make sure you get the kind that include a little extra Vitamin C or menthol to also help the throat.

Printable
This prints as a 5 X 7 so you can print from your home printer on card stock or create a card from printing one on an 8 1/2 X 11 sheet of paper and this as your front cover. There’s also space for a nice message in the middle to really show a personal touch. To print the high resolution, non-watermarked version, click here.

Being Sick Blows

So you’re friend is sick but you’d like to send them something to pick up their spirits?

If you’re looking for a “Feel Better Box” that isn’t for someone that’s not feeling good, you can still use most of these items, but I’d trade out the Vapor Rub for a super scented hand lotion with a lavender or bergamot scent to uplift their spirits and remove the cough drops for their favorite candy treat.

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Let’s just say it: Being sick blows, right? From the moment you feel it in the back of your throat, you know what’s about to happen. While I know as an adult about what’s about to happen, I still regress to feeling like a kid and resorting to the same things that helped me cope when I didn’t feel good and my mom was there to keep me comforted. Funny enough, those things don’t change…much. And even when you’re not feeling yourself and life’s got you down, the gesture of someone doing something thoughtful like a hug or sending a box of a few things goes a long way.

Remember someone always needs it, right?

Visit, the Kleenex brand Someone Always Needs One website to create your own personal Kleenex® Careboard message to send to your loved one and to find valuable coupons, too.

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Knot Just a Good Dad You’re the Best Gift Card {Free Printable}

June 1, 2015 By Autumn Rose Reo Leave a Comment

With Father’s Day just around the corner, it’s his turn to get a little love with this Knot Just a Good Dad You’re the Best Gift Card Free Printable and a massage.

Disclaimer

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While MamaChallenge.com might be the name, we recognize that the role of a “mom” is sometimes played by the dad (or another male) who deals with all the dadchallenges that happen, too.


Show the fathers in your life how important they are and that you care about their well being with a massage gift card like from Massage Envy. The 34 Dallas-Fort Worth Massage Envy Spa locations offer a variety of massage treatments including Swedish, trigger point, deep tissue, sports and prenatal. The proven benefits of routine massage include improved circulation, joint flexibility and posture, relief from pain and swelling caused by arthritis, reduced blood pressure, fatigue, migraine pain and stress, as well as improved sleep, concentration and overall sense of well-being. Other services that are part of Massage Envy Spa’s Enhanced Therapies menu include AromaTherapy, Sugar Foot Scrub Therapy and Deep Muscle Therapy, which can be added to any massage to enhance the experience and stress relief.

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At Massage Envy Spa, an introductory, a one-hour massage session (a 50-minute massage and time for consultation and dressing) is just $49.99 and a one-hour Healthy Skin facial session is $59.99. Memberships are available for $59.99 per month and include a one-hour massage session. Members can enjoy unlimited additional one-hour massage sessions at the $39.99 member rate or a one-hour Healthy Skin facial session for $49.99.

All Massage Envy Spa locations are open seven days a week. For more information, visit MassageEnvy.com. Follow Massage Envy Spa Dallas-Fort Worth on Facebook and Twitter.

 

Free Printable Checklist for Just Between Friends Sale (JBF)

February 11, 2015 By Autumn Rose Reo 4 Comments

Hitting up a consignment sale in your neck of the woods? Then make sure to be prepared with this free printable checklist, perfect for Just Between Friends JBF Sale.  

If you’ve been following MamaChallenge.com, you’ve seen my incredible kid buys at Just Between Friends Sale. Twice a year I take inventory of what clothes and sizes the kids have and need and then head to the JBF Sale to find great deals on tons of clothes for both my kids for the next 1-2 seasons.

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With JBF Fort Worth just around the corner, it’s time to make my list! But this time I’ve gotten rid of my stack of Post-its and scratch paper and have devised a simpler way to get all my sizes and my want list for JBF in just one place with this checklist.


All you need to do is download the printable, take it to the kids’ closets and then write what you need, what size the child is wearing now and will be next season, and what other items you might need for the next months. Then bring it to the sale so you stay on target while you show the biggest consignment sale in Texas!

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Another thing you are going to want to bring to the sale – a coupon for free admission! (Just print or show on your phone at the entrance to the show.) 

A few changes this year make it really worth it to go. For the first-time parents & grandparents can sign-up to shop early as well as volunteering & consigning will get you an early pre-sale pass!

Don’t miss these posts:

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Free Santa Letter from the North Pole {Free Printable}

November 21, 2014 By Autumn Rose Reo Leave a Comment

While there are many fun and cool services to keep the spirit of Santa alive for your children, there’s still nothing like getting something in the mail – especially when it’s a free Santa letter from the North Pole!

I know every day my kids ask if there’s anything for them. So now you do and it’s even got a postal mark from the North Pole to prove it – courtesy of the United States Postal Service, USPS. Best of all, with the exception of the postage, it’s free, promotes a writing activity with your child and will be huge when they get the letter with the stamp from the North Pole!

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Here are the steps for your child to get a letter back from Santa:

1. Have your child write a letter to Santa and seal it in an envelope addressed to: Santa Claus, North Pole.

2. Tell your child that you’ll place a stamp on the envelope and mail it to St. Nick for him or her.

3. Later, when alone, open the envelope, read the letter and write Santa’s response on the back of the child’s letter. Have Santa write: “It’s important to be green and save paper. That’s why I’m writing on the back.”

4. When responding as Santa, reference your child’s accomplishments not included in his or her letter, i.e., Santa is so proud that you volunteered to help ____, or Santa is really impressed with the great job you’re doing in school — especially with math, etc. Sign it Santa Claus with a P.S. to get to bed early Christmas Eve.

5. Place the letter into a new envelope addressed to the child at his or her home. Be sure to include: Santa Claus, North Pole, as the return address on the envelope. Don’t forget to apply a First-Class stamp — such as a recently issued Santa or Rudolph Forever stamp.

6. Place the stamped envelope in a larger envelope (or Priority Mail envelope) with adequate postage addressed to:
NORTH POLE HOLIDAY POSTMARK
POSTMASTER 4141
POSTMARK DR
ANCHORAGE AK 99530-9998

Letters from Santa must be received by the Anchorage, AK, Postmaster no later than Dec. 15, 2014.

The Anchorage Postmaster will open the envelope, remove Santa’s letter addressed to your child, apply the North Pole postmark and mail it back home. When Santa’s letter arrives, have your camera ready when you ask your child to open the letter and read it to you.

And to make it even easier, here’s a cute free Santa printable for you to download and print! 

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Click to download the Santa Letter Template here!

Share the photos on Twitter and Facebook using the hashtag #SantaLetters. Keep the letters and the photos in a scrapbook as a great family keepsake.

The Letters to Santa program adds to the excitement of Christmas and is perfect for interesting youngsters in letter writing.

Remember, the Postal Service receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products and services to fund its operations.

 

Sleeping Beauty Princess Spa Day Party

October 13, 2014 By Autumn Rose Reo 27 Comments

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #DisneyBeauties #CollectiveBias

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Since the first time my eyes spotted the beautiful sweet lips of my little princess, I was ready to celebrate all things princess. Princess tea party, princess dress up party, princess spa party…we were going to have fun enjoying being a princess as long as she would let me. So when Disney’s Sleeping Beauty Diamond Edition DVD Gift Set came out just last week we had the perfect reason to celebrate with a Princess Spa and Watching Party for my little gal and all her friends!


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With just a little planning and one easy trip to Walmart for the DVD, the decor from and royal fare, I had everything I needed for the Princess Party.

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Just look at how cute these invitations are from American Greetings line called DesignWare? They even include the thank you notes, too, so must love a twofer!

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I couldn’t get over how cute the decor options that were available including everything you need for a party like napkins, plates, utensils, balloons, tablecloths and SO much more like chandeliers, window decor and even beautiful princesses to bring the table, floors, and walls to life!

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Decor#DisneyBeauties#Cbias#ShopAnd of course, a Sleeping Beauty Party wouldn’t be complete without a Sleeping Beauty dress for my gal! All the girls were also invited to wear their favorite princess dresses, but just in case, we also had a little dress up corner if any of the girls felt the need for a dress change (and like many girls at a special event, they did!)

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FUN

With the invitations, decor and the dress out of the way, I was ready to put together the plan for the evening’s activities. In addition to watching the movie (many of the girls had never seen it) and the refreshments, we had some spa fun to be had. The biggest goal of the evening was to emphasize that every girl was beautiful, so we made use of a mirror and using Crayola Window Markers (also purchased at Walmart), I wrote “Mirror, Mirror on the Wall…” and made sure each little girl knew how beautiful she was with positive reinforcement from everyone. It was such a great way to get the evening started so they felt good about themselves!

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The two-hour party was broken into stations:

  1. Glass Slipper Pedicure with Cinderella’s Pumpkin Foot Scrub, Happily Ever After Lotion and Sparkle Polish (part of the favor bag.)
  2. Fairest of All Facial with Snow White’s Apple Scrub, Aurora (Sleeping Beauty) Lipgloss (part of the favor bag)
  3. Be the Belle of the Ball with Belle’s Up-dos along with tiaras and magic wands
  4. Jasmine’s Jewels with the rest of the favor bags available for the girls to pick up their DesignWare necklaces, rings, etc. for their favor bags

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Glass Slipper Pedicure

For this station, I purchased travel scrubbies, towels, dish buckets, sparkle polish and lotion I found ironically named “Happily Ever After.”

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I also whipped up this super easy Cinderella’s Pumpkin Foot Scrub sure to make any foot soft and smooth enough to slide into any shoe!

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Cinderella’s All-Natural Pumpkin Foot Scrub for Princess Spa Party


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Ingredients

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  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup coconut oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 teaspoon Vitamin E oil

Instructions

  1. Combine all the ingredients together for a foot scrub sure to make any foot soft and smooth enough to slide into any shoe!

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Fairest of All Facial 

Combining a little Snow White & Aurora from Sleeping Beauty, we did a little fun to put their best face forward!  First we applied the apple facial, then the girls were asked to lay down while we laid cucumbers over their eyelids for effect (which they loved and took off in 1-2 minutes), and we rubbed their arms with apple lotion while they relaxed watching the movie.  After 10 minutes, each princess facial was removed with a warm washcloth. Then each girl selected their own lip gloss for application and then put it in her favor bag to take home!

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Be the Belle of the Ball Hair Station

All princesses have beautiful hair already, but we just added a little something extra shiny to make the girls stand out with tiaras and sparkle spray! Since it was Halloween it was easy to find sparkles spray and a run through the favor aisle and for under $1 a piece, each girl had her own tiara and wand! We did add some curls, braids and clips to make each of their dos complete, but we opted not to use any brushes to avoid hair issues like tangles or worse!

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Jasmine’s Jewels 

No princess look would be complete without jewels! Taking a cue from Jasmine, each girl was able to select her own bag of jewels from DesignWare to wear for the evening or keep for later princess adventures!

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FOOD

Since this was an evening of royal treatment, I couldn’t forget the princess touches on dinner! Everything took about 5 minutes to complete, so this dinner was easier than the one I make for my family on most nights!

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Princess Spa Party Dinner Menu: 

  • Princess Sandwiches made with bread, cheese, turkey and cut with a princess tiara cookie cutter!
  • Princess Wands made by skewering grapes to a kabob/dowel rod and adding a star-shaped pineapple slice from a horizontally-sliced fresh pineapple.
  • Disney Princess Fruit snacks I found at Walmart in the fruit snack aisle!
  • Princess Pink Cupcakes spotted at the Walmart bakery and added a bag of silver favor rings found in the party section for $1!
  • Princess Juice discovered on the water/juice aisle at Walmart with tops so there were no spills as the girls traveled to each station.

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When the night was over at just about bedtime, we were all sad to see the fairy tale come to an end! But all princesses need their beauty sleep, so each left with their bag of jewels, tiara and wonderful memories of the evening with her princess friends!


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Go Boo then Get Sauced with Go Go squeeZ

September 16, 2014 By Autumn Rose Reo Leave a Comment

I am a proud ambassador for Go Go squeeZ! #squeezsquad

Halloween is one of my favorite times of year (not just because it’s my birthday), but the fun you can have being a little bit naughty for the fun of it!

My little tricks and treats last all month and not necessarily are they meant just for the kids! However, while everyone enjoys candy, I just can’t let myself give out tons of sugar to kids to take home and ruin themselves with. However, I do try to take healthier options and make them fun to give out (I don’t want to be that mom with the reputation that you don’t stop at her house because she gives out toothpaste.)


So take the good stuff and make it better with a little love and Go Go squeeZ!

Go Go squeeZ is all-natural with no gluten, no dairy, no fat and best of all no fuss! So you don’t have to worry about special diets and you can enjoy apples (+ any of the other 11 apple blends) without any messes!

Here’s a great trick or treat idea – and best of all, the kids get a healthy treat and you get a little treat for mom, too with a few magic spells we whipped up using a few of your kid’s Go Go squeeZ! (Make sure to keep on scrolling for your treat, mama!)

Go Go SqueeZ Halloween Printable @GogosqueeZ

Just click on the photo for your own free Go Go Boo Go Go squeeZ printables and you’ll be the hit of Halloween!

But when all the fun of Halloween is over, don’t you just want a moment to relax? That’s when you’re treat comes into the picture!

While Go Go squeeZ is good for many things, including adding to your muffins, pancakes and more for an added healthy kick, Go Go squeeZ is also good for a unique cocktail! I actually have three recipes I’m sure you’ll love for Halloween (or maybe just a Thursday night!)

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Have a Halloween with Go Go squeeZ and don’t forget to share your Go Go Boo fun on social media with @gogosqueeZ #squeeZsquad! 

DIY Healthy “Drive-Thru” Makes Breakfast Delightful with Jimmy Dean Delights {Free Printable}

January 28, 2014 By Autumn Rose Reo Leave a Comment

This post is part of a social shopper marketing insight campaign with Pollinate Media Group™ and Jimmy Dean, but all my opinions are my own. #pmedia #BreakfastDelight  http://cmp.ly/3/8vNxcO.

Mornings are madness for most families, especially at our house. 

With Dad trying to get out the door for work, the two kiddos to school/daycare and for me whatever appointments or errands I have lined up in the power-packed day, from the moment I open my eyes, we are in a marathon to get dressed, fed, packed up and out the door — ideally, on time. Unfortunately, with all I’m doing to get everyone ready, breakfast Monday through Friday isn’t something isn’t as healthy as I’d prefer, but there’s has to be a compromise, right?

Actually, there doesn’t have to be anymore with Jimmy Dean Delights. 


For months I’ve felt like these were my little secret as I would sneak a box just for me in the cart at Walmart and store them in the back of the freezer for those mornings when I was short on time, but wanted to splurge on flavor like with my Egg White with Spinach & Mozzarella on Honey Wheat Flatbread. It was more convenient than going through the drive-thru, less expensive, loaded with protein, and frankly tasted better. (And did I mention less than 200 calories!?!) All of a sudden, I was actually getting to eat breakfast and not just cook it for the kids! 


However, one morning the kids refused to eat the boring breakfast I’d made. I had to admit, I couldn’t blame them. They begin whining why we couldn’t go to Chick-Fil-A or McDonalds for breakfast. While there’s totally a time and a place for either, this was not the morning. There was no time, we didn’t need to spend the money and frankly, starting this routine could only mean trouble for all of us. 

So, I busted out my stash of Delights, wrapped them in a paper towel and threw them in the microwave for 1:45 minutes – and voila – breakfast, kids! I couldn’t send them to school hungry and looking at the calorie count compared to their normal breakfast, my Jimmy Dean Delights were healthier than anything I was giving to the kids every morning. Now, hopefully, they liked them.  


Oh, yes they did! They told me it was like going through the drive-thru…at home, but better. And for my kids, that’s a pretty good compliment. There was no reason I needed to tell them at this junction that Jimmy Dean Delights are a healthy option loaded with protein and low calorie, too. And with so many options, we weren’t going to have to worry about another boring breakfast for a LONG time.

Jimmy Dean Delights are available in nine varieties all under 300 calories: 

  • Delights Bacon, Egg & Cheese Honey Wheat Flatbread (Boy’s favorite)
  • Delights Turkey Sausage, Egg White & Cheese English Muffin (Girl’s favorite)
  • Delights Turkey Sausage, Egg & Cheese Honey Wheat Flatbread
  • Delights Canadian Bacon, Egg White & Cheese Honey Wheat English Muffin
  • Delights Turkey Sausage, Egg White & Cheese Croissant
  • Delights Egg White With Spinach & Mozzarella-Style Cheese Product Honey Wheat Flatbread (my favorite)
  • Delights Turkey Sausage, Egg White & Cheese Whole Grain Bagel
  • Delights Maple Pancakes & Turkey Sausage Griddlers
  • Delights Cinnamon Glazed French Toast & Turkey Sausage Griddlers

Now if I can just get my hands on those JD Maple Pancakes & Turkey Sausage Griddlers or Cinnamon Glazed French Toast & Turkey Sausage Griddlers, I’d probably be the best. mom. ever.

And to make it really fun for those mornings when we are really running late, I decided we’d take that “drive-thru” concept to heart with our own specially labeled bags! 

Click here to download this sticker printable – perfect for Avery 9-up stickers templates. 

Making a cute little sticker, I just warm up the Jimmy Dean Delights and either throw a sticker on the napkin with the kiddo’s name or on days when we might be in the car for a long stretch, this “McMom” puts in an orange juice, fruit or box of raisins and a Jimmy Dean Delights in the specially branded “bag” (sticker) and we head out ready for our day. I feel like a rockstar and they feel like they got a special treat of going “out” for breakfast.

It makes my mornings a DELIGHT and theirs, too!

You can can find Jimmy Dean Delights at your local Walmart. And I’d get two boxes at least, because the first box won’t last you long!







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A 🌹 for a rose! Can’t get over this gorgeous A 🌹 for a rose!

Can’t get over this gorgeous arrangement from @sofortworthit! Now this serves as a reminder of how happy this delivery made me! 

Surround yourself with people who make you feel good and you’ll always do better! ♥️
My little cheerleader took to the field tonight at My little cheerleader took to the field tonight at Boswell v Trinity Trojan Football! Ts Up! 📣
But I can see us lost in the memory August slipped But I can see us lost in the memory August slipped away into a moment in time…almost.

🍹 Swift n ‘Swigs @arlingtonmuseum 

#taylorswift #august #arlingtontx #dfw #dallas
Back to School doesn’t mean summer’s over YET! Back to School doesn’t mean summer’s over YET! 

You still have time to head to the PGA Frisco for Family Night Summer Movie Series for all the fun in one spot with outdoor on the big screen starting at dark (8 pm.) 

🍿August 18 - Parent Trap
🍿August 25 - Secret Life of Pets

Even if you aren’t a golfer, there’s not of fun for everyone including: 
⛳️ Putting green called the Dance Floor for just $5 (they have the putters and you get to take home your ball!) 
🎯Playing games at the Lounge by TopGolf and TopGolf Swing Suite technology
🍕Tons of food (and drinks🍷) 
🍦Don’t miss Margaret’s Cones & Cups for the best ice cream (and people!) 

And don’t miss: 
⛳️ Omni PGA Frisco Resort - In addition to premiere golf, the resort includes one pools, spas or one of resort’s restaurants.
⛳️ The Swing - Gil Hanse and Beau Welling designed this lighted, 10-hole, par-3 course with holes ranging from 45 to 100 yards.
⛳️ Ice House - Just for the adults, head out to this beer garden with six bays views overlooking The Swing.
⛳️ PGA Coaching Center - The 12K sq. ft. PGA Coaching Center combines coaching, club fitting, and fitness elements for all ages and skill levels.

Get the deets: https://pgafrisco.com/events

#PGADistrict #OmniPGAFrisco #FriscoTX #VisitTexas #Texas #DFW #PGA #Texastodo #Texastodo #visitfrisco #texastravel #texasblogger #Mamachallenge #FamilyNightOut
The best worst kept secret in DFW is McKinney, Tex The best worst kept secret in DFW is McKinney, Texas. 🤫

Recently featured on Good Morning America, this “suburb” is like all the stuff you want in a small town and all the stuff you still need in a big town - and SO. MUCH. MORE. When a meetup of friends gave me a chance to experience the downtown McKinney Square on a Saturday morning, I’ve spent every weekend since trying to find a reason to go back. 

A few of my favorites included: 
📍 Farmers Market at Chestnut Square Heritage Village (@chestnutsquaremckinney)
📍 Local Yocal BBQ (@localyocalfarmtomarket)
📍 Red Zepplin Records (@redzeppelinrecords)
📍 My Favorite Room (@myfavoriteroombykbmdesigns)
📍 Boho Moonchild (@bohomoonchildjewelry)
📍 Homeology (@homeology_interiors)
📍 The Yard (@theyardmckinneytx)
AND SO MANY MORE I HAVEN’T VISITED!

With so much to offer from a huge farmers market, local art, cool spots to eat and drink and so many unique spots to shop, I was already creating my itinerary for “next time” before I left. (So I am open to recommendations for places to stay if you have them!) 

Thank you, @VisitMcKinneyTX & @downtownmckinney for inviting me. 

#TheMcKinneyExperience #McKinneyTexas #McKinney #DFW #SmallTownTexas #Texas #DallasTX #DallasInfluencer #VisitTexas #Texastodo #visitmckinney #texastravel #texasblogger
It’s Christmas in July! Sharing some of my favo It’s Christmas in July!

Sharing some of my favorite @amazonprime Day Deals on @wfaagmt! 

Make sure to head to my highlights for the links to these deals.

…Don’t forget to sign up for @rakuten and @Honey to make sure you’re getting the best price (and where you can get it for less!)

Comment SHOP and we will send you links to all these deals!

#mamachallenge #primeday #amazon #dallas #autumnreo #primedaydeals #ltkxprimeday
Today the big day! Whether you’re on a long ho Today the big day! 

Whether you’re on a long holiday or you’re just squeezing in today, here are a couple of quick ideas to get you in the spirit of Independence Day as (featured on @wfaagmt!

These are so easy you don’t need a recipe - but if you do send us a DM and I can help you out!)

#july4th #redwhiteandblue #mamachallenge #dfw #dallas #dallasinfluencer #dfwblogger #goodmorningtexas #abc
I’m be waited my whole life for this Oscar…⭐ I’m be waited my whole life for this Oscar…⭐️ 

Oscar party that is! We created an Academy Award-worthy party plan anyone can host - including a menu you don’t even really need to cook and games! 

🌟 Get the free download #ontheblog for #Oscar Bingo! 

📺 Get the link to the @wfaagmt segment in Stories. 

#oscars #academyawards2023
IYKYK. #TacoTuesday And for you #keto fans, you b IYKYK. #TacoTuesday

And for you #keto fans, you better write this one down!

I’ve never heard of @jimboystacos (even though it’s been around since the 50s), but I’m so glad I have now. Errands brought me to the drive-thru at its one of 2 Texas location in #FortWorth. 

Three cars in line must mean it’s good, so I rolled up and low and behold they have #keto taco - chicken, pick, avocado, cheese and even a southwest sauce - all wrapped up with a lettuce leaf! While it wasn’t the prettiest taco it definitely was one of my faves! And since I was there, I grabbed a few others for the family to try. So. Freaking. Good.

I would say I have a new favorite especially with all its fresh ingredients, but the Keto Taco is only here until March 15. So get yours while you can 🌮 

Thanks, Jimboy for nudging me in the right direction for tacos!

#jimboytacos #dallasblogger #dfweats #fwfood #dallasinfluencers #dfwinfluencer #mamachallenge #dfwfoodie #fwfoodie
So much to love! ❤️ There’s so much I coul So much to love! ❤️ 

There’s so much I could say that I love on this special day, but at the top of the list is my son who first made me a mama! While it is Valentine’s Day, for me February is also always a reminder that it is congenital heart defect awareness month, a condition that one and 100 children are diagnosed with every year, including my son when he was born. Thankfully we had access to care that saved his life. But only 1 in 10 kids has access to healthcare to help them. 
So any time I can support CHD research and awareness, we want to give back. I am excited the @dallasjackals (actually located in #ArlingtonTx) are donating $5 dollars to @childrensheartlink with every $20 purchased! 

Get link in my stories for this special deal!

#chd #chdawareness #childrensheartlink #dallasjackals #heartbabies #chdwarrior❤️
Did you hear there are actions to make Christmas t Did you hear there are actions to make Christmas to last for the entire winter season?

I can’t believe we’re in the homestretch and there are so many things I haven’t had a chance to see and do. However, one we don’t miss is #DaystarChristmas by @daystar.

Perfectly situated near @dfwairport in HEB, this free event is open nightly 6 pm - 11 pm. While Santa has already returned to the North Pole, it’s a beautiful self-paced walkthrough where you experience:
🌟 2 million lights
🌟 Light Maze
🌟 Life-size Manager
🌟 Photo Backdrops galore

The ideal spot for photos, catching up and then heading to dinner nearby like @gladeparkstexas. 

Tip: Go later for less crowds! Bring your jacket and gloves. Be patient and enjoy the time together. 

#eulesstx #bedfordtx #viridiandfw #dfw #dallasinfluencer #dfwholiday #dallas #fortworth #mamachallenge
Go wild this holiday at the Dallas Zoo Lights pres Go wild this holiday at the Dallas Zoo Lights presented by Reliant at the @DallasZoo! 🦒 

A new Christmas activity for us to experience, this event makes the zoo sparkle with millions of lights as you walk through installations, s’mores around the fire, fun activities for the kids, light show and and you can’t miss Santa (the kids are still talking about their visit with him!)

💡 Get your tickets in advance to reserve your cup of cheer (with cocoa and treats in your souvenir cup) ready for you when you arrive! 

📍 Dallas Zoo Lights - Dallas Zoo
Now - Jan. 1, 2023
Get your tickets online at DallasZoo.com

#DallasZooLights
New York may have the Rockefeller tree, but Dallas New York may have the Rockefeller tree, but Dallas has the tree at Galleria Dallas! 🌲 

Taking a photo with the tree or watching it light up with Missile Toes skating around it, is Bucket List Christmas in DFW.

However this year they’ve turned it up even more with SNOW ❄️! At special times throughout the day, you can experience snow falling for a White Christmas moment!

Snowfall in the Alley:
Now - December 24
Monday - Thursday: 5pm and 7pm
Friday - Saturday: 2pm, 5pm and 7pm
Sunday: 2pm and 5pm

And don’t miss Santa! But you’ll take a journey to see him through @snowdaypop! Travel via train and there enjoy holiday with innovative immersive experience and best of all they take the 
Snowday (Level 1, near Banana Republic) 
Now-January 8
(Reservations recommended)

You still have time to experience the Grand Holiday Ice Show today! 

And make Illumination Celebration a part of your holiday with Illumination Celebration!
Meet at the nation’s tallest indoor Christmas tree for a special music and light show. 

November 25 - December 24
12pm, 2pm, 4pm and 6pm

Don’t miss @GalleriaDallas for the Holidays this season! 

#GalleriaDallas #DFW #Mamachallenge #GalleriaHoliday #dallas #DTX
🎪 DFW Holiday 2022 Bucket List: ‘Twas the Nig 🎪 DFW Holiday 2022 Bucket List: ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas by Cirque Du Soleil! 🎪

Looking for something different for your holiday fun? Then this is the one. It will make everybody and every age smile and get in the holiday mood (even the teens!) 

Flips, jumps, lights, audience interaction, and Santa Claus! It's a beautiful bridge of a classic done in a whole new interactive way! 

🎪 Get your tickets now (try for section 200!) Now - Dec. 11, 2022!

🎪 Snacks + drinks are available, but you should eat dinner before or be ready for a late dinner! 

🎪 Attire is business casual, but make it fun for a festive, fun night out! 

🎪 Pair it with a trip to @Prairie Lights for 
the ultimate fun in #GrandPrairie! 

#CirqueTwas #twasthenightbeforechristmas #hosted #dfw #mamachallenge #visitdallas #visitgrandprairie #DFWInfluencer #DFWHoliday #DallasBlogger
Sums up this month about right. October has defi Sums up this month about right. 

October has definitely flown by and I couldn’t believe how many of my favorite experiences we didn’t get to attend, but an afternoon at @sixflagsovertexas took care of a lot of my fall bucket list! Halloween fun, seeing the leaves start to change, one of the best strudels + a true Oktoberfest bier, and picture moments galore - we’re all checked off! 

With three festivals - including Fright Fest, Boo Fest and a new Oktoberfest Food Festival, the whole family had a great day at @sixflagsovertexas. And paired with a flash pass and an All day cup (thank you, Six Flags) you can’t go wrong enjoying Texas fall in #DFW.

🤩 Plus make sure to stop and read the gravestones- they name all the rides that have gone out of rotation. 

#sixflags #sixflagsmemories #arlingtontx #aworldofwonderful #dfw #dfwevents #dallasblogger
Just in time for the 70th Birthday of #BigTex, we Just in time for the 70th Birthday of #BigTex, we celebrated with a family trip to the @statefairoftx. 

There’s always so much to see and do, but for us it’s the FOOD! So many people asked us what’s the best thing thing to eat, so here’s our short list of #musteats at the State Fair of Texas!

✔️Every good Texan knows your first stop (and also your last) is @fletcherscornydogs. But did you know there’s more than the original to try? Go for the Dallas Hot Bird Dog dippes in spicy batter, deep-fried, split open and then piled high max and cheese, @cholulahotsauce and crispy jalapeños. #Daymade and you just started!

✔️ Pay homage to the to who @texasmonthly calls the “high priest of frying, @chef_abel, and order up his newest creation, the Doh-Muf: part fluffy donut, part muffin and all goodness with Bavarian cream and coated in banana nut muffin batter. Want to up the ante? Then while you’re there, snag the fried PBJ. (Ask for the Priscilla, just like the King.)

✔️ Don’t fly off too far…get another new dish - the Texas Ranch Hog Wings from @nevinsconcessions. Grab lots of napkins and The Fried Charcuterie Board from this dynamic duo.

✔️ I hope you’re not full because we aren’t finished yet - it’s time to get your greens on from @chefcassy. Deep fried collard greens of course served with a honey-glazed chicken wing! 🐔 

✔️ Quite possibly the fastest thing we ate - was the Ultimate Brookie Monster from @smokeyjohnsbbq. It may not be pretty, but with chocolate chip cookie + brownie, @oreo, marshmallow, all deep fried and served with @bluebellicecream, cheesecake crumbles and strawberry sauce…it’s the ultimate dessert (because everything is in it!)

✔️ Like a corn dog, no trip to the fair is complete without a funnel cake from @ferniesfunnelcakes. It’s the perfect nibble as you people watch your way through the fair (and burn off a few calories before you eat again.)

✔️ So you done yet? You might be for now, so make sure to grab your @stifflersmomscookiefactory to go and wash it down with a dirty soda (ask and they’ll show you!)

HBD, #BigTex - we enjoyed it!

🎡 🌮 🌯🍗🍩

#Texas #statefairoftexas #statefair #deepfrieddynasty #dfw #dallas #statefairfood
If only every #tacotuesday was like this. 🌮 I If only every #tacotuesday was like this. 🌮 

I can’t help but take up on a good challenge, so when @visit_arlington asked what was my vote favorite taco during their #SavetheTacos campaign, I couldn’t let them down. ✔️ 

With 12 restaurants ready to face off for the title of “Arlington’s Favorite Taco,” anyone can vote and then win prizes for making their vote. 

Wanna play? You have 12 tacos and 10 days to make your 🗳.

My favorite? I’ll never tell, but I sure did have a good time doing the research.

This is what #TacoTuesday was made for.

#ArlingtonTexas #ArlingtonTx #aworldofwonderful #arlington #dfw #tacos #taco #dallasblogger #dfwinfluencer
BBQ leftovers? 

If you happen to have any, what’s your favorite way to put them to work in the kitchen?

I’m talking ways to use that sausage, brisket or smoked chicken from July 4th on @wfaagmtthis!
🇺🇸 Green Sauce for Brisket Breakfast Tacos
🇺🇸 Smoked Chicken Salad
🇺🇸 One-Pan Sausage, Potato and Green Bean Dinner

#july4 #independenceday #gmt #goodmorningtexas #bbq #brisket #dallas #dfwinfluencer #dallasblogger
When mom is away, the minions will play. 👀 I w When mom is away, the minions will play. 👀

I was away for work and a special box from @universalpictures @theslyfoxclub showed up! 

My miniboss (and her accomplice) busted it open and made their own unboxing video to send to mom (check my Instastories). 

As much fun as they had making the unboxing video, we had to go see @Minions The Rise of Gru opening night. We both loved it (and the soundtrack is winning especially when your kiddo sings The Rolling Stones on the way home!)

➡️ See #Minions #TheRiseOfGru only in theaters TODAY! 

⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ 

#minions #TheRiseofGru #Ad
DFW: It’s Good Friday - so do something good! S DFW: It’s Good Friday - so do something good!

Sign up for the The Heroes for Children 5K & Family Fun Run happening tomorrow, April 23 at Hall Park in #FriscoTx!

This is family-friendly race and party to raise awareness and funds for families affected by pediatric cancer in Texas presented by @heroesforchildren! This Dallas-based org advocates for and provides financial and social assistance to families with children battling cancer throughout Texas. 

🥇 5K runners receive an event T-shirt and the first 300 finishers receive a special Heroes for Gold Ribbon medal. 

Also enjoy:
🏃‍♀️ family fun zone
🏃‍♂️ community sponsored events
🏃‍♀️ Gold Go Gold Art exhibit
 
🏃‍♀️ Register now: https://www.heroesforchildren.org/5k-funrun-frisco and save $5 with promo code HEROESRUN5!

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#dfw #heroesforchildren #run #easter #dallas #frisco #pediatriccancer
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