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Hey yall! So, I hope you follow me on Instagram - as that is the quickest way to get an update on what all is going on my way... But - for those that don't... I wanted to give you guys an update here as well.  This is a shortened version... just FYI Long story short- my daughter in law - Amanda - (she is my daughter in law from my marriage to Marc and while we might not be married anymore, Amanda and her husband have a huge place in our lives) has been fighting Stage 4 Breast Cancer for a few years now.  She is a fighter and boy does she have a testimony!  She is has had a few scares, but she is tough and fighting daily!   Some may remember my mama had Kidney Cancer back in 2015 and Breast Cancer back in 2019.. well, the cancer has returned and so for the past few months, we have been getting a game plan for her, so much of everything else has taken a back burner in life... Remember this is the condensed version..  BUT - she went to Dr back in AUGUST for r...

So, life has been life-ing around here these days (More to come on that at a later date) but in doing so, I have to try my best to take care of myself and my family as best as I can.  That being said, I am all about using things to benefit me as best as I can.  I am not really a fan of the energy drinks and what not, as I have heard the negative and really do not want to add to things... Now don't get me wrong, we have all popped a tab or two and drank one, but in general... if I have another option.. I would like to at least give it a try.   FUN FACT - for the most part, I do not really feel any different if I have a soda/ energy drink/ pills or whatever... Like I don't go getting a burst of energy and then crash out - at least I don't recognize me doing so.. but I still like to try things to see if something can help maintain. Know what I mean?   FTC Compliant Review Policy:    The product(s) featured in this review were provided free of cost to...

I am not sure what the weather is like where you live - we are under a heat advisory - or at least we have been, not sure right now... I just know I don't go outside that often because it IS SO HOT and MY SKIN IS SO FAIR.  I do know that grilling season is really all year around here, as it doesn't get THAT cold that often. But, grilling outside or cooking inside, we know we want our food to taste great.  That being said, let me introduce you to Hi Mountain Seasonings!!!!! FTC Compliant Review Policy:    The product(s) featured in this review were provided free of cost to me by the manufacturer or representing PR agency for the sole purpose of product testing. Opinions expressed are my own and are NOT influenced by monetary compensation The WESTERN GRILL BUNDLE  FROM HI MOUNTAIN SEASONNINGS: The Original Burger Seasoning and Zesty Western Gourmet Burger Seasoning are ideal for creating juicy, flavorful burgers, while the Garlic Pepper and Rib Rub bring champions...

If you have a cell phone, or know someone who does... You KNOW how expensive these jokers are these days!  Let me tell you this, cell phone companies are P-R-O-U-D of their products, just look at the prices!!!   So, if you have a phone, you know you want to protect it from anything that might mess it up at all!  Enter Casekoo -  FTC Compliant Review Policy:    The product(s) featured in this review were provided free of cost to me by the manufacturer or representing PR agency for the sole purpose of product testing. Opinions expressed are my own and are NOT influenced by monetary compensation We were sent a Casekoo for review.  While I really wanted one of the cuter cases they offer - HELLO SUNFLOWERS and DAISIES, they did not offer that style on my phone.  I was sent a classic sleek silver case.  My phone is green, so at least I do have that little bit of something to make it a bit different.  BUT - if you have another model - they...

Okay, let me just call it like it is...  Savannah is getting more and more into the teenage stage, so you better believe that "skin care" routine is life these days... Unfortunately for me, I have never been one to pamper myself. That being said, she has been on me to at least start moisturizing or something. It has normally been just wash my face in the shower and that is it... but I am trying.   The older I am getting... I see it... so I get what she means.  Lucky for us, I was sent the most beautiful line of skin care from Olea Essence and I am having to hide it from Savannah.    FTC Compliant Review Policy:    The product(s) featured in this review were provided free of cost to me by the manufacturer or representing PR agency for the sole purpose of product testing. Opinions expressed are my own and are NOT influenced by monetary compensation A sleek package was waiting on me when I returned home one weekend.  I was so excited to open it,...

Let me tell you this - between my coworkers and I - we are all about trying something new!  Especially when it comes to a healthier alternative to things we are already using or doing.  So when I was given the chance to review MOCEAN drinks - YES PLEASE!  SIGN ME UP!   FTC Compliant Review Policy:    The product(s) featured in this review were provided free of cost to me by the manufacturer or representing PR agency for the sole purpose of product testing. Opinions expressed are my own and are NOT influenced by monetary compensation So we were fortunate to get to try all four flavors of MOCEAN .   They have Mandarin, Blueberry Pom, Strawberry Guava and White Peach. I just knew that the Blueberry Pom would be my favorite - but I was wrong.  I really liked it, but that White Peach was THE ABSOLUTE BEST. It legit tasted as though I bit into a crispy peach - soooo good.  So fresh, HIGHLY recommend if you like peaches.  Matt claimed...

 Y'all Sorry I have not ben around much lately - but man... LIFE!  Long story short - Broxton got Strep back in December - then the next week he had the flu.  Then Savannah and I got strep - then Matt got the flu... Oh, but let's not leave Broxton out - Strep had to come back to see him...  Then, he has basically had strep off and on since - so basically mid December until March- strep over and over. The last doctor visit was determined - TONSIL REMOVAL..  HE IS 17 y'all!   As we all know, surgery is never fun - but tonsil removal for a 17 year old - yeah, he isn't too happy with me.  Let me just throw fuel on the fire - because I lined it up for his healing week of no school or anything to be over spring break - since he has missed so much school already.  MOM OF THE YEAR HERE - NO COMPETITION!!!! FTC Compliant Review Policy:    The product(s) featured in this review were provided free of cost to me by the manufacturer or represent...