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My Husband Doesn’t Always Feel He Is “Doin’ Good”. Truth Is: He Is Amazing!

June 15, 2015 in Giveaways, Making a Difference, Marriage & Life..., Military Life..., Our Stories..., Parenting, Uncategorized
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My Husband Doesn’t Always Feel He Is “Doin’ Good”. Truth Is: He Is Amazing! My Husband Doesn’t Always Feel He Is “Doin’ Good”. Truth Is: He Is Amazing!  I know first hand what it feels like when you think you are not “Doin’ Good” as a parent.  As a Mom of 6, it’s something that I battle with often; but I see that my Husband also has that problem; or fear....
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Finding MY Inspiration In A Movie About So Much More Than Running, About My Culture #MiInspiracion

June 5, 2015 in All things Disney, Disney Movies, Disney Movies, Giveaways, Movie Screenings..., Movies, My Adventures..., Our Stories..., Uncategorized
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This is part of a sponsored campaign with DiMe Media and Buena Vista Home Entertainment. However, all opinions expressed are my own. Finding MY Inspiration In A Movie About So Much More Than Running, About My Culture #MiInspiracion Last week I was sent a screening copy of the “McFarland USA” movie, my Family watched it; and I do have to say that I was completely surprised by it and it’s after effects. As...
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Giving The Best Father’s Day Gift This Year From Don Roberto’s Jewelers #Giveaway

May 29, 2015 in Giveaways, Parenting, Uncategorized
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Giving The Best Father’s Day Gift This Year From Don Roberto’s Jewelers Do you have fond memories and experiences that are attached directly to brands or items from your childhood?  I do! One thing I have fresh in my mind is always making sure I beat my Mom to the
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My #Amazinghood Experience with Dreft plus Giveaway

May 19, 2015 in All things Baby..., Giveaways, Special Needs..., Uncategorized
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Disclaimer: This is part of a sponsored collaboration with DiMe Media and Dreft.  All opinions are 100% mine. My #Amazinghood Experience with Dreft plus Giveaway Dreft welcomes families to the big, messy, beautiful journey of #Amazinghood with its new line of laundry care products. Babies go through a lot of changes...
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Doin’ Good for a Special Mother on Mother’s Day! #DoinGood #DiMe

May 8, 2015 in Giveaways, My Adventures..., Parenting, Uncategorized
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Doin’ Good for a Special Mother on Mother’s Day with Minute Maid! #DoinGood #DiMe DISCLAIMER: This is part of a sponsored collaboration with Minute Maid and DiMe Media.  Minute Maid will provide this prize. Minute Maid is not a sponsor, administrator or connected in any other way with the contest – and all opinions are my own. Have people ever told you that you’re a great Mom and you didn’t feel like...
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New Release Alert for Come, the Dark & Giveaway

January 6, 2015 in Giveaways
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New Release Alert for Come, the Dark & Giveaway Thanks for stopping by to view this quick announcement on Rebecca Hamilton’s latest release, COME, THE DARK, book 2 in the Forever Girl series. Although this book is the second in the series, it is a complete standalone following a completely new set of characters. And you can grab your copy today for only $0.99! Still apprehensive about reading the...
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January Instagram $100 Blast Giveaway

January 1, 2015 in Giveaways
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Welcome to The January Instagram $100 Blast Giveaway Makobi Scribe is bringing you this Amazon Instagram blast where one lucky reader will win a $100 Amazon gift card. The giveaway is open to everyone and provided by Makobi Scribe. Good Luck! If you are a blogger, you can sign up for this blast here. Entry-Form
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It’s too late for me, Save yourself! #LuvsLeakFreeHoliday

December 22, 2014 in Giveaways, Parenting, Uncategorized
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Camping and the Forever Memories... Disclaimer: This is part of a sponsored collaboration with Latina Mom Bloggers and Luvs.  All opinions are 100% mine. With having 6 kids, you must know that I have plenty of embarrassing and funny stories, but like everyone; I have a favorite. It was 14 years ago, my oldest daughter was a baby; 7 years after my first-born (which makes me almost a first time Mommy again). My In-laws had come...
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From Little Boys to Little Men, #SmellcomeToManhood

December 6, 2014 in Giveaways
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Disclaimer: This is part of a sponsored collaboration with Latina Mom Bloggers and Old Spice.  All opinions are 100% mine.  From Little Boys to Little Men, #SmellcomeToManhood To spray or to over-spray, that is the question many teen boy miss.  I have had my share of walk-by attacks by those innocent yet over powering over-sprayers.  I used to think that they purposely over sprayed, until I had my own boys use...
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Thankful for the Memories Giveaway: Canon EOS Rebel T3i kit

November 6, 2014 in Giveaways, Uncategorized
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Thankful for the Memories Giveaway: Canon EOS Rebel T3i kit Welcome to our November Giveaway: Thankful for the Memories Giveaway: Canon EOS Rebel T3i kit. I am so excited to be able to share this great event with you, it is perfect for the for everyone, from an amateur to a pro.  This giveaway is for the complete kit which is valued at over $700, you will not need to buy any additional items at all… Our Sponsors and I thought you’d like that!
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Hi! Welcome to our little world! My name is Lily, I am a Mommy to 5 kids; and a soon-to-be ex-wife to a US Navy Sailor. I have always loved sharing our life and our adventures and I hope you will come with me as I continue this journey through a different road! Divorce is hard y'all! I will be sharing all of the ups and downs that I encounter as well as hopefully bringing you more of the content that you have loved so far! Recipes, DIY, Travel, Parenting, Divorce, Special Needs and so much more, tighten your seat belts! If you'd like to contact me, you can try any of the above & below methods, or you can email directly at [email protected]

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