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  • How clean is your mouth
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    How clean is your mouth?

    September 14, 2021 /

    This may come across as a bit of a weird question but – how clean is your mouth? No really… how clean? I’m only asking because September is Oral Health Awareness month and I thought to spread the word about good oral health. The thing is this, my dearest friends, so many people think that simply brushing alone is enough to ensure good oral health.  But cleaning between your teeth is super important too, because that is where majority of the cavities start! The team over at Sunstar GUM are actual gum health experts, so I take their word for it when they say that teeth have five sides and…

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  • It's beginning to look a lot like
    My spreadsheet brain

    It’s beginning to look a lot like…

    September 9, 2021 /

    “iiiiiiiit’s beginning to look a lot like” … September. It’s September, people, calm down. And yes… when I speak to “people”, I’m actually talking to my spreadsheet brain (its a collective) because my inner Susan, and her sisters, wants to start digging out the Christmas decorations already. The thing is this though… Christmas brings with it the over-the-top spread of cheerfulness that my soul wants to need it right now! I mean, even though 2021 was not as much of a soul-suck, when compared to 2020, it still did it’s fair share of – errrrr – soul sucking. I need to feel some sort of renewed joy right now. We…

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  • commit to date night
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    5 habits that will help you to commit to date night

    August 23, 2021 /

    What do men’s shirt and date nights have in common? Well, in our home, both shirts for men and sexy date nights are sighted on an extremely rare occasion. In fact – what is this myth called “date night” and how do we get one?? Jokes aside – we are busy parents, okay? And, to be honest, we often struggle to commit to spending quality time together. BUT, date night is important, my friends. Especially when you are actively working towards keeping that marital fire burning! It is a must and a need! Needless to say, when it comes to spending time together, Hubstopher and I do need a little…

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  • What kind of friend are you?
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    What kind of friend are you?

    August 16, 2021 /

    I recently had a very long chat, with a very old friend of mine and it was filled with all sorts of complaining. We moaned about the fact that we are getting old. She showed me her swollen thumb. I told her that I don’t understand how people make Tik Toks that requires 7 outfit changes. We both need more money. I mean, if you were a fly on the wall, you would wonder why on earth we would dedicate a whole conversation to, well… moaning. The thing is this though… why would we not? I have a lot of friends – really great pals, all of them. People who…

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  • Buying Kids Clothes Online
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    5 Tips for Buying Kids Clothes Online

    May 17, 2021 /

    Online shopping is a vibe these days. With so many great online stores (like Superbalist) fully optimized to make your online shopping experience amazing, why leave the comfort of your couch to trek to the store anyways? I must admit though, when it comes to buying kids clothes online, it can be a bit daunting. Shopping for boys clothing, for me atleast, is always a little bit of a challenge since my children are giants. But I’ve kinda developed a knack for finding the right fits AND the best deals online! So I thought I’d share some of my top tips with you. How kind of me, right? I know,…

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  • hassle free Mother’s Day
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    A hassle free Mother’s Day? Uber Eats gets it! (Giveaway!)

    May 7, 2021 /

    If I had to ask any super mom (so that’s, like, all of you) what they want for Mother’s Day, I bet you the top of the list will include things like: a clean house and a meal that they do not have to cook themselves. A hassle free Mother’s Day is every mom’s favorite type of Mother’s Day, right? Well, I come with glad tidings of great joy, my friends! Uber Eats gets it – and aims to deliver! Our favorite delivery service has made it even easier for your family to give you a day off, this Mother’s Day. For starters, I am so excited that the range…

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    February 12, 2018

    Make bath time oozy, gooey fun with Zimpli Kids! {Giveaway}

    December 20, 2019
  • Instagram killed the blog
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    Instagram killed the blog – right?

    April 6, 2021 /

    Instagram killed the blog – right? Yes, this is my blog post title and, yes, I am feeling particularly salty about the whole ordeal hence me making it my opening line too. Instagram killed the blog. There, I said it again. Okay, dramatics aside, I’ve actually come here to share some relevant and interesting information (and not to throw my metaphorical toys out of my metaphorical cot) so I should probably get to it, shouldn’t I? So the question I pose to you, friend, is this: Has Instagram killed blogging? My answer to this question varies on any given day. Has Instagram killed the blog? I’m sure you may have…

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  • 5 tips on how to be inspirational
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    5 tips on how to be inspirational

    March 25, 2021 /

    Being “inspirational” is a thing these days – did you know? I mean, if you want to stay relevant and top-of-mind, that is. We stan a relevant queen – mos. And a “relevant queen” is an inspiring queen. Mos. I mean, let’s be honest, more than anything, people are scouring the interwebs looking for other people to emulate. Take me for example. If you are aspiring to be a coffee-drinking hermit that binges Netflix while glaring at your phone because someone dares to actually call you instead of texting, then you’ve visited the right blog. Welcome kindred heart. Anyways, back to the point. I was sitting here, proudly peeping at…

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  • Beauty pageant
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    Beauty pageant, shmeauty pageant

    March 19, 2021 /

    What if I told you guys that I won my high school’s beauty pageant, back in 1999. Would it cause you to view me differently, I mean, knowing that I am an award winning model and all? Hehehe. I know, weird flex. Who brags about winning a teeny bopper beauty pageant more than 20 years ago. (Me, apparently.) But hey in my defense, my humble brag is a result of a cringey photo that I stumbled upon the other day. The photo reminded me of my teenage years that were riddled with self-doubt and body issues. (So that’s, like, all the normal stuff). In fact, entering that beauty pageant was…

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  • Uber In-App Emergency Button
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    What do you know about the Uber In-App Emergency Button?

    March 14, 2021 /

    I recently learnt about the Uber In-App Emergency Button and, I must admit, the e-hailing service went from amazing to even more amazinger™ (words by Luchae) in my books! At the end of a busy day at the office, nothing is more relaxing to me, than a scenic drive home. There’s something about the peace and quiet, after the bustle of a busy day, that hits me right in the feels. And, when I’m not driving myself home, I must admit I get a kick out of sinking into the backseat of an Uber, while the driver’s choice of music settles my mind. I mean, as a mom who works…

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